Across 6 covered model years from 1976 to 1981, the Suzuki RV 125 motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 242.5 lb (110 kg).
Suzuki RV 125 weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop.
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How heavy is the Suzuki RV 125?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Suzuki RV 125 is lighter than about 94.4% of 27 Suzuki classic motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Suzuki RV 125 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1981 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 242.5 lb (110 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 123 cc |
| Power | 8 hp |
| Fuel capacity | 1.32 US gal (5 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 8.2 lb (3.7 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
Useful weight calculations
| Horsepower per 100 lb | 3.3 hp / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Pounds per horsepower | 30.31 lb / hp |
| Displacement per pound | 0.51 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 197.2 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 3.4% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Suzuki RV 125 weight FAQ
How heavy is the Suzuki RV 125 ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 242.5 lb (110 kg). The year-specific section above shows which years use each figure where the supplied value changes.
Is the Suzuki RV 125 heavy compared with other Suzuki classic motorcycles?
It is on the lighter side in this dataset. Its representative wet weight sits around the 6th weight percentile among 27 Suzuki classic motorcycles, meaning most compatible models are heavier.
Does the Suzuki RV 125 weight change by model year?
Not in the usable weight data on this page. Across the covered 1976-1981 years, the supplied weight figure remains the same where comparable values are available.
How much does the Suzuki RV 125 fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 1.32 US gal (5 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 8.2 lb (3.7 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Suzuki curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Suzuki RV 125 with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 422.5 lb (191.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
How much horsepower does the Suzuki RV 125 have per 100 lb?
Where compatible power and weight figures are available, it works out to 3.3 hp per 100 lb. That places it around the 3rd percentile within the compatible Suzuki classic power-to-weight comparison.
How many cc does the Suzuki RV 125 have per pound?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.51 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
How does the Suzuki RV 125 compare with the median Suzuki classic motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 187.4 lb (85 kg) lighter than the compatible median Suzuki classic motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Suzuki RV 125 feel heavy at low speed?
Its low mass should make hand-moving and parking easier than on most full-size road motorcycles. Seat height and center of mass can still change how manageable it feels.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Suzuki Cycles website.