1979 Suzuki TS125
Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1979 Suzuki TS125, including engine, chassis, service data and setup details.
Note: Specs are compiled from factory data, manuals and owner feedback. Bikes vary — if yours is different, jump into the forum and share it.
General Specifications
| Engine Type | 123cc air-cooled 2-stroke single-cylinder |
| Displacement | 123cc |
| Bore × Stroke | 56.0 mm × 50.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 |
| Maximum Power | Approx. 15 hp @ 7,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Approx. 14 Nm @ 6,000 rpm |
| Carburetor | Mikuni VM24SS |
| Lubrication | Suzuki CCI oil injection |
| Fuel Mix Ratio | Oil injection system |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Spark Plug | NGK B7ES |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.6 – 0.7 mm |
Transmission
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Primary Reduction | 3.409 |
| Final Reduction | 3.000 |
| Overall Reduction | Approx. 10.22 |
Dimensions
| Overall Length | 2,035 mm |
| Overall Width | 850 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,105 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,340 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 235 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 8.5 L |
Chassis
| Frame Type | Steel double cradle |
| Caster Angle | 27° |
| Trail | 100 mm |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Dual shock swingarm |
| Front Suspension Travel | 170 mm |
| Rear Suspension Travel | 110 mm |
Brakes & Wheels
| Front Tire | 2.75-21 |
| Rear Tire | 3.50-18 |
| Front Brake | Drum |
| Rear Brake | Drum |
125cc Other Specs
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