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2012 KTM 125 EXC Six Days

– 2012 KTM 125 EXC Six Days

2012 KTM 125 EXC Six Days Review

125 EXC SIX DAYS: FOR THE TOUGHEST MISSIONS

The 125 EXC is “ready to race ” for the world’s largest enduro competition, the “International Six Days Enduro”. Six days in succession, over a thousand offroad kilometres, 40 hours in the saddle – a gruelling test, not only for the rider. A whole package of high-quality special options makes the 125 EXC fit for this ruthless contest, in which more than half the starters bank on KTM every year. 125 EXC Six Days – the genuine article with the orange powder-coated frame of the KTM Factory Team.

 

2012 KTM 125 EXC Six Days Features and Benefits

WITH EXCLUSIVE EQUIPMENT

SIX DAYS EQUIPMENT

• Camel SXS seat for improved long-distance comfort

• Engine guard made of high-strength plastic for protecting engine case and frame down tubes

• Carbon exhaust protectors for protecting the exhaust expansion chamber

• CNC-machined, orange-anodised triple clamps for high-precision clamping of the fork tubes in favour of optimum sliding of the telescopic fork

• Knock-out wheel spindle for easier removal of the front wheel

• Full brake disc at the rear for improved heat resistance and therefore reduced pad wear

• Rear brake disc protector for protecting the brake disc from mechanical damage

• Quick-change brake pad securing bolts at the rear for quicker changing of brake pads without tools

• Aluminium rear sprocket with riveted-on steel ring gear for a combination of reduced weight and increased durability

• Wheels with black-anodised, extremely robust Giant rims and spokes with a high-quality, black tin-nickel coating.

• The same design as the KTM factory bikes thanks to Six Days graphics, orange powder-coated frame, orange anodised triple clamps, orange anodised handlebars and anthracite anodised silencer

 

NOW EVEN MORE ERGONOMIC

BODYWORK, KICKSTARTER

The 125 EXC’s new bodywork with the very slim seat and spoiler lines, plus excellent contact points, perfects the bike’s ergonomics, making handling even simpler and more precise. The longer rear fender protects the rider and the redesigned kickstarter makes it easier to start the engine.

 

PLAYFUL HANDLING

NEW FRAME

The completely revamped frame made from high-quality chrome-molybdenum steel is characterised by even greater lateral stiffness. It is also even better at absorbing jolts introduced by the suspension system, whereby the playful handling and comfort of the 125 EXC have been further optimised.

NEW SWINGARM, NEW PDS, NEW SETTING

The 125 EXC’s new, lighter, cast aluminium swingarm accommodates the shock absorber more centrally, in order to load the swing arms more evenly. The new, 7 mm (0.28 in) longer PDS shock absorber with adjustable rebound and high/low-speed compression damping, and a new setting is installed more flatly, so providing even more progression.

TELESCOPIC FORK, NEW SETTING

The 125 EXC is equipped with the latest WP upside-down fork with wider adjustment ranges and a new setting. The sensitive responsiveness and outstanding damping of the open-cartridge fork with 48 mm (1.89 in) outer tubes are a perfect complement for the 125 EXC’s playful handling and precision.

NEW WHEELS

Practically unbeatable in terms of weight and stability, the new wheels have CNC-machined hubs, new black-anodised rims from Giant, black zinc/nickel-coated spokes and ultra-light aluminium nipples. They reduce the unsprung and gyroscopic masses, hence bolstering the playful handling of the 125 EXC.

 

NOW WITH EVEN MORE PERFORMANCE

NEW INTAKE SNORKEL, NEW AIRBOX

The redesigned airbox on the 125 EXC and the flow-optimised intake flange between the airbox and the carburettor now ensure even better charging with fresh gas. This results in even freer revving and even more power in all rev ranges for the liquid-cooled, two-stroke machine.

NEW EXHAUST EXPANSION CHAMBER

The 125 EXC’s new exhaust expansion chamber has not only improved in quality; in conjunction with the two-stroke machine’s exhaust control system, its optimised soundbox ensures an extra shot of engine power – explosive, but dependable.

FREE-REVVING AND POWERFUL SPRINTER

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NEW INTAKE SNORKEL, NEW AIRBOX

The redesigned airbox on the 125 EXC and the flow-optimised intake flange between the airbox and the carburettor now ensure even better charging with fresh gas. This results in even freer revving and even more power in all rev ranges for the liquid-cooled, two-stroke machine.

NEW EXHAUST EXPANSION CHAMBER

The 125 EXC’s new exhaust expansion chamber has not only improved in quality; in conjunction with the two-stroke machine’s exhaust control system, its optimised soundbox ensures an extra shot of engine power – explosive, but dependable.

 

NOW WITH AN EVEN MORE SUPERIOR CHASSIS

NEW FRAME

The completely revamped frame made from high-quality chrome-molybdenum steel is characterised by even greater lateral stiffness. It is also even better at absorbing jolts introduced by the suspension system, whereby the playful handling and comfort of the 125 EXC have been further optimised.

NEW SWINGARM, NEW PDS, NEW SETTING

The 125 EXC’s new, lighter, cast aluminium swingarm accommodates the shock absorber more centrally, in order to load the swing arms more evenly. The new, 7 mm (0.28 in) longer PDS shock absorber with adjustable rebound and high/low-speed compression damping, and a new setting is installed more flatly, so providing even more progression.

TELESCOPIC FORK, NEW SETTING

The 125 EXC is equipped with the latest WP upside-down fork with wider adjustment ranges and a new setting. The sensitive responsiveness and outstanding damping of the open-cartridge fork with 48 mm (1.89 in) outer tubes are a perfect complement for the 125 EXC’s playful handling and precision.

NEW WHEELS

Practically unbeatable in terms of weight and stability, the new wheels have CNC-machined hubs, Excel rims, zinc/nickel-coated spokes and aluminium nipples. They reduce the unsprung and gyroscopic masses, hence bolstering the playful handling of the 125 EXC.

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2012 KTM 125 EXC Six Days – International Specifications/Technical Details
Europe MSRP Price: 6,095.00 GBP*

ENGINE
Design 1-cylinder 2-stroke engine, water-cooled, with reed intake and exhaust control
Displacement 124.8 cm³ (7.616 cu in)
Bore 54 mm (2.13 in)
Stroke 54.5 mm (2.146 in)
Starting aid Kickstarter
Transmission 6 gear, claw shifted
Primary gear 23:73
Final drive 14:50 (13:50)
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch / hydraulically operated
Ignition system Contactless, controlled, fully electronic ignition system with digital ignition timing adjustment, type Kokusan

CHASSIS
Frame Central tube frame made of chrome molybdenum steel tubing
Forks WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 MXMA PA
Shock absorber WP Suspension PDS 5018 DCC
Suspension travel Front 300 mm (11.81 in)
Suspension travel Rear 335 mm (13.19 in)
Brake system Disc brakes, brake calipers on floating bearings
Brake discs – diameter Front 260 mm (10.24 in)
Brake discs – diameter Rear 220 mm (8.66 in)
Chain 5/8 x 1/4″
Steering head angle 63.5°
Wheel base 1,471±10 mm (57.91±0.39 in)
Ground clearance (unloaded) 355 mm (13.98 in)
Seat height (unloaded) 960 mm (37.8 in)
Total fuel tank capacity approx. 9.5 l (2.51 US gal)
Unleaded premium fuel, mixed with 2-stroke engine oil (1:60)
Weight without fuel approx. 95 kg (209 lb.)

* Manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP), the actual sale prices can vary.

 

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2012 KTM 125 EXC Six Days – American and Canadian Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: See KTM dealer for pricing.

Model may not be available in USA or Canada.