Across the 1976, 1977 and 1978 model years, the Honda XL 125 motorcycle has supplied wet/running weights ranging from 240.3 lb (109 kg) to 242.5 lb (110 kg).
Honda XL 125 weight overview
The weight is relatively manageable, so the bike should demand less effort than a heavyweight machine when backing up, parking or making slow-speed corrections.
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How heavy is the Honda XL 125?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Honda XL 125 is lighter than about 81.3% of 67 Honda enduro/off-road motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight range
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Honda XL 125 weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 1976, 1977, 1978 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 240.3 lb (109 kg) to 242.5 lb (110 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 124 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 1.59 US gal (6 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 9.9 lb (4.5 kg) |
Weight changes by model year
The 1976 model is used as the baseline where data is available. Only later supplied values that differ are shown below. A year pill does not mean every individual weight field was supplied for that year.
Useful weight calculations
| Displacement per pound | 0.51 cc / lb |
|---|---|
| Weight per 100 cc | 193.8 lb / 100 cc to 195.6 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 4.1% to 4.1% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Honda XL 125 weight FAQ
What is the Honda XL 125 wet weight?
The supplied wet/running weight is 240.3 lb (109 kg) to 242.5 lb (110 kg) across the model years covered here. That figure is the most useful available number for real-world handling because operating fluids and fuel are included.
Is the Honda XL 125 lighter or heavier than other Honda enduro/off-road motorcycles?
It is comparatively light for this Honda category. The model lands near the 19th percentile for weight in the compatible dataset.
Which Honda XL 125 years have different weight specs?
The supplied data shows different weight figures across the 1976-1978 model years. Use the year-specific changes section above for the exact value attached to each changed year.
How much does a full tank add to the Honda XL 125?
Based on the supplied 1.59 US gal (6 L) tank capacity, the gasoline itself weighs about 9.9 lb (4.5 kg) when full. On models with a wet/running weight, that fuel mass is already included in the listed ready-to-ride figure.
What is the combined Honda XL 125 and rider weight?
Using the model’s representative wet/running weight and a 180 lb rider, the combined bike-and-rider mass is about 422.5 lb (191.6 kg) before riding gear, luggage or a passenger.
How many cc does the Honda XL 125 have per pound?
The available figures work out to 0.51 cc per lb. This is not a performance rating, but it is a useful way to compare engine size against total motorcycle mass.
How does the Honda XL 125 compare with the median Honda enduro/off-road motorcycle weight?
Compared with the median Honda enduro/off-road motorcycle weight of 293.2 lb (133 kg), the model is roughly 50.7 lb (23 kg) lighter.
Where will I notice the Honda XL 125 weight most?
The weight itself is unlikely to be the main difficulty. Rider reach, steering lock and where the mass sits may matter more at walking pace.
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 Honda Powersports website.