For most new bikers on the roads, the SR125 was possibly the first bike they rode, as it's used a lot in CBT training. I am a motorbike instructor with a school that uses the SR125, and I have nothing but praise for them!
A very simple, cruiser/mini harley styled machine with a single cylinder, 4-strokeengine. Over the years, the SR has evolved, with tiny touches such as clocks updates and so on, but has essentially remained a 'get on and go' bike for the masses.
It's low seat/high bars position is very comfortable for riders of all sizes, and the lightweight build means that the bike is very maneuverable at low and high speeds, though high winds and bunpy roads can occasionally be a problem!
The key feature of them though, is their convenience. There is no worries of detonation of the engine from abuse (it's not a 2-stroke!), theres not any gadgets to break on you, it's just a bike. One you can jump on in the mornings, ride all day, and then chuck it back in the shed when you get home. Parts are cheap, fixing it is very simple/affordable, it's just a good bike!
As an instructor bike it suits me perfectly. I can rely on the build whilst knowing that the humble 12.5bhp restricted engine isn't going to scare the nervous, and the smaller riders will have no trouble touching the floor.
As an owners bike, I've spent a couple of weeks riding one of these while my main bike has been in for repairs, and I have to say they are fun! They may only do about 60mph in restricted form and it's not the ballistic missile the Aprilia RS125 is, but they'll take corners like you would not expect, and the riding position will last hours before your bum hurts!
As an introduction to biking, or as a method of transport, I highly recommend these - Safe, reliable, affordable and, most importantly, fun riding!
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Advantages: Economy, 4 Stroke Induction 'Roar!', Cheap to run, easy to maintain, its a bike! Disadvantages: A little too slow on dual carriage ways, Can be overpriced, Poor wet handling
richpsurvery 05.10.2007 (05.10.2007)
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