Honda NSR 125 R 1998 - Motorcycle specifications

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in the realm of 125 sports bikes, the Italians are queens. In Italy, Honda manufactures the smallest of these sports bikes, the NSR. The lines are elegant, and the sporting spirit less pronounced than in the competition. The Cagiva Mito and Aprilia RS are more efficient and powerful, but also much more expensive and demanding. The NSR allows you to experience the joys of sporty driving, while protecting your wrists. The engine, though not as powerful as the Italians, proves sparkling. Tires and fenders are also less rigorous, as are the suspensions - the latter, on the other hand, offer much greater comfort. Even a female passenger is invited by the two-seater seat and supple damping. These choices make the NSR a more measured replica of the CBR 600: a fun, versatile and accessible sports bike.

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Honda NSR 125 R (1998) : What you need to know before you buy

Theadvantages

Sports line
General behavior
Preserved comfort

Thedisadvantages

Not exclusive enough
Less efficient than the competition

Prices

	Basic version
France	4,572€

Bikers' reviews

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NSR 125 R 1999

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1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003

Performance

Max speed : approximately 160 km/h (99.40 mph)

Specifications

Honda NSR 125 R 1998

Chassis
Frame : aluminum perimeter
Fuel capacity : 13 liters (3.43 US gallons)
Seat height : 800 mm (31.50 in)
Length : 2,010 mm (79.13 in)
Width : 670 mm (26.38 in)
Min height : 1,065 mm (41.93 in)
Wheelbase : 1,345 mm (52.95 in)
Dry weight : 132 kg (291 lb)

Front axle
Telescopic fork Ø 35 mm, Wheel travel : 118 mm (4.65 in)
Braking 1 disc Ø 318 mm (12.52 in), 2-piston caliper
Front tire : 100 / 80 - 17 → Order this type of tire

Transmission
6 stage gearbox
Secondary by chain

Rear axle
Pro-link monoshock, Wheel travel : 125 mm (4.92 in)
Braking 1 disc Ø 220 mm (8.66 in), single-piston caliper
Rear tire : 130 / 70 - 17 → Order this type of tire

Motor
single-cylinder , 2 strokes
1 Ø 28 mm carburettor
Cooling system : liquid
124.80 cc (Bore x stroke: 54 x 54.5 mm)
27 ch (26.60 hp) to 9,400 rpm
2 mkg to 9,500 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio : 4.96 kg/ch
Weight / torque ratio : 66 kg/mkg
Compression : 6.8 : 1

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Bikers' reviews (43)

Nan Model 2001

small sporty, for a 125 it sends, I've had it for over 10 years. I used to go with friends who have much more powerful engines and I never had trouble keeping up with them. 300km in one day. it's for sale today .... 10/01/2023 16:17 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Nan

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BELGIUM Model 1999

... what can I say ... I've got 2 JC20s and 2 JC22s + cadavers for parts ..
A treat !!! In the past, I've had everything from 50ccs to 750ccs
Back to old loves, what a pleasure on our small roads in the Var hinterland. These NSR's push hard from 7000tm, when the valves are fully open. On the JC22s, change the CDI and the valve control box, fit a Giannelli line, change the jets, otherwise tightness guaranteed... As for fuel consumption, it's all in the name of fun, so don't count (7 to 8L and 1 oil fill-up every 1000kms). Change the gear ratios to pull shorter (going up to 160+ is useless these days...)--->13X38 or 13X40 is then TBTBTB!!!!
If you find a recent and not too expensive one, don't hesitate !!! 10/27/2020 14:40 Rating : 5/5 Respond to BELGIUM

bonne moto

killianf Model 2002

i had an nsr for a few years, and loved it immensely: I'd just come off a Z750, and to calm my nerves I switched to this 125...

I really liked the 2-stroke, which literally rips at high revs... The only problem (if it's a problem) is that this type of engine pushes you to go flat out all the time... the fuel consumption goes with it... 7L/100 km.

as for braking, the front single disc does its job, and I even found it too effective at times. The rear is not very good, just enough to balance it out at low speeds (perhaps mine was at the end of its life).

max unbridled speed from the outset 160km/H, it climbs steeply to 135/140 after which it's more laborious to reach the max.

In conclusion, this is a motorcycle that has nothing to envy the big cube on the main roads. It's fun and reliable. The only drawback is its oil and gas consumption, which, unfortunately, is worthy of a 2T. 12/21/2018 06:49 Rating : 5/5 Respond to killianf

Pression des pneus pour NSR 125 ?

majiro Model 1998

voila i bought a n s r 125 black yellow and gray but i have absolutely no idea how much i should inflate my tires, i think it's great i have to tell you that i got my motorcycle license in 1975 yes, yes, you read correctly but after raising my children the return to the motorcycle was stronger than anything. i thank you for helping me THANK YOU! 02/01/2016 18:05 Rating : 5/5 Respond to majiro

NSR 125 R 2003

pat64 Model 2003

Hello,
I'm looking for a late model NSR 125 R
latest model
Thank you for your help. 01/05/2015 17:19 Rating : 5/5 Respond to pat64

Honda Nsr 125

Pepito1412 Model 1998

Hello, I'm going to buy an nsr 125 because I had a CBR 125 but the detail is that the nsr is more nervous, sportier and better I think than the CBR but I have a question how do you know that you're going to break down with the nsr because no fuel gauge like the CBR can you give me info on that because I'm new to the nsr and not used to it I wanted to know if there is no light that lights up like on other model motorcycles when there is no more fuel on the nsr? And how many times a day should I change the oil?
Sorry, I'm a beginner on the nsr and I still don't understand how a 2-stroke bike works

11/07/2014 20:26 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Pepito1412

killian

you have a little tap under the tank that you can turn to keep a reserve... Basically you turn on 3/4 of your tank then when your bike stops... you turn the tap on reserve to continue...

i'd advise you to do the test once, counting the number of kilometers you ride, so you won't be bothered afterwards! 12/21/2018 06:52 Rating : 3/5 Participate in the conversation

pour débuter en conduite sportive

hassane976 Model 1998

hello (I'm currently 17 and I've had an NSR 125 for about 2 years. for your child the nsr remains a good motorcycle to start with tan that he remains careful on the road especially at night because the headlights are mediocre it is absolutely necessary to replace them. it is also necessary to pay attention to the small breakdown in the middle of the road because it is not easy to push. otherwise apart from some precautions the nsr remains a good motorcycle to start with and sufficient to have fun ;) 08/26/2014 08:30 Rating : 5/5 Respond to hassane976

phares

gilles88100 Model 2003

hello, I bought a 125 nsr 1998 9400 kms on the odometer a little bomb. and I would like to know if the 2 headlights work in code 03/31/2014 07:13 Rating : 5/5 Respond to gilles88100

ouvrir siege moto

ismael Model 1998

Hello I bought a honda nsr year 1998 and I have a small question I can not open the seat ... Is it possible to explain? 02/22/2014 16:05 Rating : 5/5 Respond to ismael

undertaker 88

hi
look on the back left side you have a lock and a little knob that you have to pull down and it opens 02/28/2014 19:28 Rating : 2/5 Participate in the conversation

moto a pilotee

stoph Model 1999

what license do I need to drive it? 02/09/2014 21:18 Rating : 5/5 Respond to stoph

hassane976

an A1 or former B permit is sufficient 12/20/2014 15:43 Rating : 5/5 Participate in the conversation

Phares de la NSR 125 R

colpin Model 2003

Can you see well at night with headlights? 10/16/2013 13:06 Rating : 5/5 Respond to colpin

zb Model 1998

engine blocked, I disassemble, looking for other biker in nsr r to avignon (vedene) august 02, 2013 08/02/2013 14:40 Rating : 5/5 Respond to zb

Bonne moto pour débuter ?

marie Model 1998

Hi, my 16 year old son wants a nsr 125, he's taking his A1 licence, isn't it too powerful for him? Thank you. 06/06/2013 11:18 Rating : 5/5 Respond to marie

Un joujou fiable et confortable

Motardpassioné Model 2002

Hello

My first real motorcycle! For me, it's quite simply the best 125 sportbike if you take all the parameters into account!
Very reliable engine for a 2-stroke (almost 15,000 km before changing the segmentation), it never flinches! Yet I'm on full throttle (about 30 hp), the jets have been changed, the pot has been ripped apart... I had it when I was 16 and I can tell you I'd never sell it! I'm up to over 160 on the odometer (I'm 55kg), and the acceleration is terrific for a 125! It's very comfortable and you can do a few kilometers with it without any problems. Good mirrors. Dashboard like a 600. And the look of a 750NR! And on idle, it doesn't make a loud noise like those Italians! And above all, much more affordable and reliable! Just a little less powerful. Just be sure to warm it up before firing it up!

To be recommended!

Happy driving! 04/07/2013 20:06 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Motardpassioné

DOMDOM Model 1998

A little digging: I've got an original NSR 125, and the top speed on the speedo reads 140 at full throttle in optimum conditions! That's about 130KM/H in real speed!
Having said that, my granny's got the Hyosung 125 GT-R and other 125 YAMAHA yzf, etc... the current 125 4-stroke sports bikes are unfortunately less powerful...
Bonne route ;) ! 02/23/2013 00:31 Rating : 3/5 Respond to DOMDOM

hassane976

well, I think you've been ripped off because all NSRs have a 200KM/H speedometer "j\'ai verifié personnellement" (but t\'a raison quand elles sont bridés elles peuvent atteindre les 140KM/H et débridé moi j\'ais réussi a aller jusqu'à 163KM/H (pour 60kg) avec ma NSR 07/06/2014 00:20 Rating : 5/5 Participate in the conversation

toto Model 2001

i've got one on et an 2012 and it still runs if you take care of it there's only a few things to change and it runs by itself 10/31/2012 01:07 Rating : 5/5 Respond to toto

Prix de la NSR

Raph' Model 1998

How much does it cost? 09/07/2012 13:51 Rating : 3/5 Respond to Raph'

Prix de la NSR

Yffic Narbonne membre de l'équipe

Hello,

you will find the price of the machine on the motorcycle page :
http://www.motoplanete.com/honda/981/NSR-125-R-1998/contact.html

New price: 4572 â'¬
Have a nice ride 09/07/2012 16:31 Rating : 3/5 Participate in the conversation

Stéph_La_Poigné Model 1998

Greetings Motorcyclists,
I've had a 1996 NSR125 R for ~1 year, color: white/red/blue, 30'000KM. For me, as a first motorcycle, it's the Must... ! Very good engine quality (never any problems), good handling (light), and good performance (170KM/h original, 185KM/h modified pot+clapets)
And all this at, shall we say, reasonable cost..
As for me, after 9,000 rpm, I burn at the gear change, BUT BE CAREFUL: don't do it cold... :)

Stéph La Poignée 02/02/2011 22:59 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Stéph_La_Poigné

Diable Model 1998

Hello motorcycle fans... I bought my bike last year in December 2007: the bike is from 1997 with only 12860 km and I have already done 1300 kms. I hope you have fun on this bike, and be careful, as speed cameras are everywhere.... 02/24/2008 17:30 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Diable

batman1970 Model 1998

bonjour je viens d'acheter une nsr125 r de 2100euros de 2000 avec 22500 km debride et je suis tres content de cette machine je monte a 150 km sur auto-route. de la bombe!!!!!!!!!!!!!!a+++++++++++++++ bonne route a tous !!!!!!!! 10/25/2007 18:39 Rating : 5/5 Respond to batman1970

batman1970 Model 1998

I have just made a test on this 125 n I find which is excellent for my part.j'ai passer une demi-heure dessus et peut vous dire que je vais en acheter une des que possible, voir 15 jours .bonne route a tous et vive la 125 nsr !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!a+++++++++ 10/01/2007 18:26 Rating : 5/5 Respond to batman1970

Lacase Model 1998

I've had a 125 NSR for some time now and had it modified by a course regular. I don't know what he did but I can now do 200KM/H on the flat and I've given up on the big cube. 07/02/2007 17:28 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Lacase

JOJO Model 1998

bonjour je viens d'acheter une 125 nsr de 2002 avec 9000 km bride et je suis tres content de cette machine car je devait acheter une 125 cbr et je crois que j'aurais regretter sa ressemble a 50cc pour ma part je monte a 140 km tout de mememe et je vais m'occuper du débridage car en france il y a plus rien pour les pièces et j'en trouve en allemagne ( pot complet GIANELLI ;cdi ;etc je vous tient au cours pour les perfs gagner apres modifs et aussi mettre du 140EN PNEU A L'ARRIERE 04/19/2007 21:46 Rating : 5/5 Respond to JOJO

magnum Model 1998

big 35-year-old kid, I've just indulged in that little treat you've all known, nsr brothers. Since July, it's been nothing but good... 145km/h on flat ground... nice, but it's on the road that the riding proves most enjoyable... I've no intention of taking my driving test, but this nsr gives me what I've been waiting for: the pleasure of riding a motorcycle, with a beautiful pattate.biker friends, happy riding, and take care of yourselves... 09/18/2006 22:40 Rating : 5/5 Respond to magnum

kanamoon Model 1998

Hi all, I have a 2001 NSR with 7000 km. Unbridled with an ARROW pot, I'm hitting 180km/h and I think it's a hell of a machine for a 125. I'd recommend it to anyone who wants to get started (with a clutch, it lacks a bit of sauce). 05/14/2006 16:18 Rating : 5/5 Respond to kanamoon

gil038 Model 1998

my nsr is from 97, black and yellow, a real little bomb for a 125, great machine, 30,000km and no worries. 04/15/2006 13:02 Rating : 5/5 Respond to gil038

Antho Model 1998

i bought a 125 nsr with 27,000 km, it's a real clock and very reliable (the mechanics are simple and of good quality), with more than enough power for a 125 (150km/h on the flat)... I'm very happy with it, I'd only change it for a big cube :) 03/29/2006 17:56 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Antho

seb Model 1998

my spout is 99 with only the pot of rectifier it takes the 140 with a good descent 160 finally an average of 130. it has 41000 terminal and always as much fishing, only one word "hurry you to find one" to live a pleasure not expensive
bonne route a tous 03/27/2006 14:58 Rating : 5/5 Respond to seb

Miniguyz Model 1998

I have a 97 NSR (Black/yellow) with 37000 km, engine rebuilt, it was all original (120 km/h at full throttle) I made some modifications it now holds 150 km/h without the electronic debriding
(Unbridled line and MIG cartridge, carbon valves, unbridled intake, 138/42/65 jets, good spark plug)!
The bike runs like a dream, apart from the fuel consumption :p
And the acceleration is great, we don't really care about the top speed at 10 or 20 km/h... 01/11/2006 17:48 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Miniguyz

adrien Model 1998

yes, it's a great bike, but in asia it exists in 150 cm with a proarm system, it's a delight, and here it costs about 800 euros...
adrien 12/05/2005 04:25 Rating : 5/5 Respond to adrien

embleed Model 1998

Hi everyone ! i just bought this nice bike a little while ago and i find it great ! even if the perstation are not as good as a Cagiva or a RS it's still much more reliable !!! 160km/h is enough to get the hang of it! 11/11/2005 22:01 Rating : 5/5 Respond to embleed

chonchon33 Model 1998

i just tried this 125 nsr and it's a blast i really like it now i just have to buy it loll 09/28/2005 10:47 Rating : 5/5 Respond to chonchon33

Dark_Rider Model 1998

Very good bike to start with. I rode the NSR for 6 months, just long enough to get my big cube. Year 98, I did 6000 km with it. Super reliable bike. If you want a woman, invest in a small woman, because the duo is not easy for her! (it is she who told me!!!) Good road holding. Eats oil, but that's normal for a 2-stroke. 6 Litres per 100 handle in the corner all the time! 170 km/h max on EV. Not dropping the fairings is extremely expensive, as a colleague experienced! Otherwise, biting braking, good acceleration and pleasant lines. Well equipped. Fuel tank a bit tight at 10 liters. You spend your time at the pump! I recommend it! Cheap too! A real little sports car with character! 08/19/2005 17:45 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Dark_Rider

_-CrUeLLo_ Model 1998

Zalut people, to answer so many who say that this machine lacks power, when you celebrate the segmentation that the engine is open enjoy it :-) !!!! Moreover, you still need to know how to exploit your machine, power in a straight line has never served any purpose, lol, for fun in corners it's more than enough. I swapped my 600Bandit for an nsr91, and it's a delight, except for the fuel consumption after preparation lol 08/13/2005 19:14 Rating : 5/5 Respond to _-CrUeLLo_

The Pilot Model 1998

My Nsr works like a charm! She's 2000, 9900km, I fitted her with a despagne technigaz pot...(well yes, there's more in France, and it's cheaper!!!)she's got a monster potato.....She's as good as new, but I'm going to have to part her out against one of her big sisters... 06/04/2005 18:13 Rating : 5/5 Respond to The Pilot

burnmann Model 1998

Salut je roule en RS et j'ai eu loccaz den essayer une nsr et ba effectivemen sa manke de sauce.pi cameleon31 sa fai pas 32cv sa fai 26 c'est pour sa quelle est fiable. 05/30/2005 21:21 Rating : 5/5 Respond to burnmann

cizou Model 1998

Hi everyone. I'm an NSR fan and I'll never change. I've had six of them and now I have two in garages and I don't intend to stop there, so if you have any offers to send me in the Alsace region (67) I might be interested. I also sell my jewels after having made state-of-the-art clocks out of them..
it's my thing, I like to refurbish them and see them go to make someone happy who will give me news and tell me if it suits them.
Cizou 05/08/2005 16:48 Rating : 5/5 Respond to cizou

julien Model 1998

me ossi jai une 125nsr rr jtrouve kelle a trè bonne tenue de route le freinage est corecte mai il manke un ptit peu de puissance je trouve, sinon c'est trè bonne achat dans les enchenemen de bon ptit virage elle est trè magniable. 02/15/2005 22:11 Rating : 5/5 Respond to julien

niko Model 1998

i've been looking at this bike for a while now, and I've been thinking how great it is. Your comments confirm my decision, and I'm going to leave my 50 with a gearbox and invest in this little marvel! 01/09/2005 17:32 Rating : 5/5 Respond to niko

Eti Model 1998

Hello, I own an NSR with 60000 kilometers and I'm very happy with it. It's a very good choice. Good engine, good braking, good road holding, correct comfort, not very expensive. In short, if I had to do it all over again, I'd do it again. For David: your used car looks pretty good, but for the price I'd strongly advise you to give it a complete engine check-up, at least you'll be starting out with a virtually new machine for very little money. 12/22/2004 21:02 Rating : 5/5 Respond to Eti

cameleon31 Model 1998

j'ais actuellement un modéle 2001 et j'avais un modele 96 ya 5 ans je trouve que ces une ecselente moto elle en version debrider 32cv 160kh ,on est pas en apuis sur les avant bras tres bon frenage et solide le choix a faire entre cagiva , rs , et nsr ya pas photo j'y suis j'y reste 12/22/2004 21:02 Rating : 5/5 Respond to cameleon31

david Model 1998

I may have a 125 nsr from 97 with 22000 km.brake front ar,tire front ar and segmentation new.P or the sum of 1700euros. the kit oak and to change point of view engine what risk I can have compared to its km. The price is correct or too high. 12/22/2004 21:01 Rating : 5/5 Respond to david

seb Model 1998

i myself have had an nsr125 for two years and have concluded that it was an excellent machine to try out if possible 12/22/2004 21:01 Rating : 5/5 Respond to seb

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