Kawasaki ZX125 Ninja and Z125 – First Impressions

VISORDOWN are at the world press launch of Kawasaki’s newest, CBT friendly, 125cc bikes. The Venue is Almeria, Spain and we’re riding both bikes tomorrow so stay tuned for more updates.

In the meantime, here are our Harry McKenzie’s first impressions of both bikes:

Kawasaki ZX125 (2019)

• First thing that stands out is the looks, it’s really cool, sharp and sporty it the sort of bike I’d have loved if I was a few years younger and only on a CBT
• Seat is firmer than I expected but feels well sculpted 
• Front suspension is nice and firm, the firmest I have felt on a 125; will see how this translates on the road
• Rear suspension has very little sag also (I'm 12 stone)
• When sat over the bike the tank seems quite long and slim, not in an ergonomic way just to the eye
• Nice feature of pre-installed rim tape (attention to aesthetic detail)
• Good rear brake position

Kawasaki Z125 (2019)

• I'm fonder of its styling than the ZX125, it’s a tad more reserved and less bling, but looks awesome, just like is older bigger brother the z800 and z1000
• With its calmer paint scheme and pointy, edgy exterior, it looks like a bit of a secret weapon
• Still feels sporty even with raised bars
• Again, firm seat but lovely colour scheme on it
• Firm suspension – shared with the ZX125

Kawasaki ZX125 Ninja and Z125 Price:

ZX125 Ninja (special edition paint) £4500

ZX125 Ninja £4300

Z125 £4200

Kawasaki ZX125 and Z125 specification