1971 Suzuki T 125-II Stinger

Make Model	Suzuki T 125 II Stinger
Year	1969 - 72
Engine	Two stroke, parallel twin
Capacity	124 cc / 7.6 cu in
Bore x Stroke	43 x 43 mm
Compression Ratio	7.3:1
Cooling System	Air cooled
Lubrication System	Posi-Force lubtication
Exhaust	2-into-2, Power pipe, upswept
Induction	Dual down-draft carburetors
Starting	Kick
Max Power	11.2 kW / 15.1 hp @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque	13.5 Nm / 1.38 kgf-m / 10.0 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Transmission	5-Speed, constant mesh
Final Drive	Chain
Frame	Tri-form frame
Front Suspension	Telescopic hydraulic fork
Rear Suspension	Twin, plunger type hydraulic shocks
Front Brakes	Drum, internal expanding, leading shoe
Rear Brakes	Drum, internal expanding, leading shoe
Front Tyre	3.00-18
Rear Tyre	3.25-16
Dimensions	Length: 1835 mm / 72.2 in Width: 790 mm / 31.1 in Height: 1080 mm / 42.5 in
Wheelbase	1190 mm / 46.9 in
Ground Clearance	170 mm / 6.7 in
Dry Weight	96 kg / 211 lbs
Fuel Capacity	8 L / 2.1 US gal / 1.8 Imp gal
Braking 35 km/h - 0	6.0 m / 19.7 ft
Top Speed (est.)	121 km/h / 75 mph

The T125 Stinger was introduced for 1969 and looked very sporty with its slim fuel tank and high-drawn exhaust pipes. "Grand prix look", said some of advertisements. Unfortunately the Stinger wasn't as fast on the track as it looked. Especially the brakes and the soft suspension were not as good as some other 125cc bikes from the period.

Just two years after Suzuki released the original Suzuki T 125 many overall changes were made to the motorcycle that would give the 1969 Suzuki T 125 Stinger a slimmer fuel tank, higher stability exhaust pipes, and a look that some advertisers would call a "Grand Prix." The 124cc was a bike that gave bike owners a new dream machine. Though, this bike wasn't as quick on the track as many expected. The Suzuki T 125 Stinger had many positive aspects to add to the highlight reel.

There were many different models of the Stinger T 125 which are known as the domestic Japanese model, the Suzuki T 125. Another model similar in attributes to the Suzuki T 125 stinger was known as the Suzuki T90 which was only released in china. The original Stinger T 125 was released in cherry red color that helped catch the attention of many. Overall this motorcycle is a fun and enjoyable choice for many outdoor enthusiasts.

The Suzuki Stinger T 125 is equipped right off the line with a 124cc air-cooled dual carburetor with a two stroke parallel twin. Matching engine statistics with the 5-speed transmission and this bike could blow away a majority of other similar bikes on the track. Soon after the release of the 1969 Suzuki Stinger T 125, many improvements were needed and thus the Suzuki T 125 2 Stinger was released in 1970.

The release of the Suzuki Stinger T 125 2 had many improvements that would make this bike obsolete to competition. Suzuki however failed to equip this model with any new brakes or harder suspension. The improvements of the Suzuki Stinger T 125 2 included an exhaust pipe, newer colors to choose from, and it was released solely in the USA. The release of the Suzuki Stinger T 125 2 helped to promote Suzuki and it created a following that was rare to see at the time.