Best 125cc Trails/Supermoto (For Road)

DowsoNN · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 27 May 2013 Karma :

Suddenly interested in a 125cc supermoto for when I do my test in a couple of months! But I don't really know any so far I like the Yamaha WR but haven't looked into speed!

Not a big fan of the DT's looks, my friend has an XR 125

What are the best? As in looks, speed, reliability and sound Wink

Nandonian · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 05 Feb 2013 Karma :

DT is a 2 stroke. XR is a bulletproof four stroke, same engine as the CG
Speed and reliability choice.
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DowsoNN · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 27 May 2013 Karma :

How reliable are the DTs?

P.addy · Red Rocket Joined: 14 Feb 2008 Karma :

Az · World Chat Champion Joined: 16 Apr 2013 Karma :

Husqvarna SMS 125, they're not the cheapest 125's but by the far the best 125 SM. Reliable, look great, do about 70-75mph (4 stroke model) and they sound amazing with an after market exhaust but.. there's not many around for sale and expensive.

I'd also look at Suzuki DR125 SM, they're reliable, looks okay, not to bad on the performance either, top out around 70 (according to mcn's review) and u could probably pick one up for a reasonable price.

I'd also consider the Aprillia SM125 if u really want speed over maintenance, does about 95mph and is 33bhp (de-restriced) it's a 2stroke so will need rebuilds every now n then and a fair bit of maintenance but looks great and is a very quick supermoto 125, looks gorgeous and personally i love the noise of a 2 stroke

If you have the money, buy a Husqvarna SMS 125 with a leovince exhaust (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGoY7TzBo4k) Smile

Boxing · World Chat Champion Joined: 13 Mar 2012 Karma :

I'd suggest buying a SM if you aren't going down green lanes. I have a 1997 DTR, and the handling on the road in the rain is terrible. Especially under hard braking. Laughing

Just take into consideration a SM and trials bike will always be favoured by a motorbike thief compared to a commuter or scooter etc.

DowsoNN · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 27 May 2013 Karma :

Keeping in mind I will have a car when I'm 17 and the SM will be for weekend fun and quick trips to my friends house and girlfriends etc, maybe to work!

Do you guys recommend a SM for this or would recommend a sports bike?