CFMoto 125NK – Intro

The CFMoto 125NK is an all-new naked-sport motorcycle in the CFMoto NK motorcycle lineup. The motorcycle is manufactured and introduced by the renowned Chinese motorcycle and scooter manufacturer, CFMoto. The motorcycle is the smallest-capacity machine in the CFMoto NK lineup that comes after the 250NK model, featuring a powerful 125cc engine and a bundle of technically advanced features. 

In the design, the motorcycle maintains its identical appearance and design, but in some corners, it comprehensively extends as an all-new machine. However, the new 125NK also comes with a wide range of exterior sharing with bigger NK models, maintaining the iconic NK design. Consequently, the CFMoto 125NK is the smallest yet notably lightweight, powerful, and nimble machine in the NK lineup that can deliver a livelier and enjoyable riding experience to the most entry-level riders.

CFMoto 125NK – Physical Attributes

The new CFMoto 125NK is a newly introduced machine in the CFMoto NK naked-sport bike lineup. The motorcycle also continues its identical aggressive naked streetfighter design and ergonomics, which are already very popular in the market. The CFMoto NK series is widely appreciated, particularly for its striking streetfighter ergonomics, advanced technical features, and aggressive sporty riding characteristics, which are also allocated in this new machine.

However, in the design, 125NK follows the bigger capacity NK model’s design outline. Therefore, the motorcycle stands alone like an arrogant beast and maintains a sharp and cutting-edge exterior profile from its head to tail. Consequently, the motorcycle boasts attraction from its front assembly, which features an aggressively naked headlamp assembly. The assembly features an arrowhead shape, housing a bi-functional LED headlamp and an arrowhead-shaped DRL setup.

Above the naked head, a fully digital TFT ODO is positioned on top. Next, the cockpit features nothing but a USB charging port and a pipe handlebar that holds necessary control switches on both sides. However, the fuel tank holds the ignition key pit aligned before the fuel tank cap. Here, the fuel tank continues the identical design featuring a muscular and multi-sculpted design.  The tank extensions nicely extended on both sides and cover the cooling radiator as a single unit.

Next, the seat of the motorcycle is very aggressively designed, which is a step-up split seat. Here passenger seat is very compact and naked with no grabrail support. The LED tail lamp and rear turn indicators are compactly mounted underneath the passenger seat. Consequently, registration plate placement featured on a separate rear wheel hugger.

Thus, the motorcycle exudes aggressive naked styling, and similarly, the motorcycle features very compact and minimal side panels, tail panels, and the naked styling is enhanced with an engine underbelly cowling. Lastly, the exhaust of the motorcycle is also very compactly designed that featuring an upraised alignment beside the rear sub-frame. Finally, along with a sporty alloy wheel setup, the motorcycle impressively enhances its macho streetfighter profile.

CFMoto 125NK – Frame, Wheel, Brake, & Suspension System

The CFMoto 125NK is a solid streetfighter that exudes absolute naked styling that closely resembles the design, style, and construction of bigger capacity NK models. Weighing around 142kg, the motorcycle features a steel tubular frame, incorporating an aluminum swingarm and upside-down forks as integral components.

In the wheels, the motorcycle comes with new-generation sporty alloy rims and tubeless type street tires, measuring 110/70-17" at the front and 140/60-17" at the rear. The braking system is equipped with hydraulic disc brakes on both wheels and enhanced with Dual channel ABS and TCS features. On to the suspension system, it features a USD hydraulic telescopic fork at the front, and the rear suspension consists of a mono suspension attached to the swingarm.

CFMoto 125NK – Engine Performance & Features

The new CFMoto 125NK is an entry-level performance machine that is designed for street riding. The motorcycle features a technically advanced 124cc, single-cylinder, four-stroke, liquid-cooled engine that incorporates BOSCH EFI fuel injection and a DOHC 4-valve system. 

The engine features a wet multi-plate clutch system, and the transmission comprises six-speed gears arranged in the pattern of 1-N-2-3-4-5-6, and the motorcycle features an electric start system.

In terms of power and performance, the new CFMoto 125NK engine has been optimized for smooth power delivery, excellent performance, and efficiency in both power output and fuel economy. It is rated to produce a maximum power of 14.75BHP at 11,000RPM and a torque of 11Nm at 8,500RPM. 

CFMoto 125NK – Target Customer

The CFMoto 125NK is a beginner-class naked-sport motorcycle that comes with an aggressive streetfighter design and ergonomics. The motorcycle features a technically advanced 125cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled and EFI engine. The motorcycle combines eye-catching design and aggressive styling and offers a combination of power, performance, and efficiency in both power delivery and fuel economy. Therefore, the motorcycle has been designed to serve as a modern-day commuter for beginner-class riders.

CFMoto 125NK – Rivals in the market

•    Kawasaki Z125

•    Yamaha MT 15

•    Honda CB150R 

•    Bajaj Pulsar N150