1987 Honda CR125 Specifications and Specs

Specifications and workshop reference information for the 1987 Honda CR125, 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.

1987 Honda CR125

General Specifications

Engine TypeSingle-cylinder, two-stroke, liquid-cooled, crankcase reed valve
Displacement124.8 cc
Bore × Stroke54.0 × 54.5 mm
Compression Ratio8.8:1
Maximum Power35.5 hp @ 11,000 rpm
Maximum Torque22.9 Nm @ 10,500 rpm
CarburetorKeihin PJ08 | Replacement Options
LubricationPremix
Fuel Mix Ratio32:1 | Premix Calculator
IgnitionElectronic CDI
Spark PlugNGK B9EG
Spark Plug Gap0.6–0.7 mm

Transmission

Transmission Type6-speed constant mesh
ClutchWet multi-plate
Primary Reduction3.722
Final Reduction13T / 51T

Dimensions

Overall Length2,135 mm
Overall Width825 mm
Overall Height1,230 mm
Wheelbase1,450 mm
Ground Clearance355 mm
Seat Height925 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity6.5 L
Dry Weight87.5 kg
Bearing Sizes Bearing Finder

Chassis

Frame TypeSemi-double cradle steel frame
Caster Angle26°
Trail105 mm
Front SuspensionShowa telescopic forks | Fork Oil Levels
Rear SuspensionPro-Link single shock | Rear Suspension Setup
Front Suspension Travel300 mm
Rear Suspension Travel305 mm

Brakes & Wheels

Front Tire80/100-21 | Tyre Size Guide
Rear Tire100/100-18 | Tyre Size Guide
Front BrakeHydraulic disc
Rear BrakeHydraulic disc

Service Data

Transmission Oil Capacity585 cc
Spark PlugNGK B9EG
Spark Plug Gap0.6–0.7 mm
Chain Type520
Standard Sprockets13T / 51T
Starting SystemPrimary kick

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