Has anyone riden a Husky WR125?

[Jeff Siegel]

My son has just about outgrown his mini. He is 5'-6" tall but only weighs about 100 lbs. He can ride my MXC 200 but really struggles to pick it up and he cannot start it. He could probably start the EXC 125 but it is just as heavy as the KTM 200. We have a piece of product literature on the Husky WR125 and it weighs in at about 25 lbs. lighter than the KTM! Sounds perfect but we definately need more information. Would appreciate any info you would have.

 

[thermal]

I doubt that is true...........the ktm125exc weights around 210. I don't think the Wr weights 185.

 

[COLEMANAPP]

Per their brochure, its 204 lbs w/light kit.

 

[Jeff Siegel]

My KTM brochure and my owners manual list the EXC125 at 220.4 lbs. dry. The product data for the Husky WR125 lists its weight at 197.9 lbs. dry. I know it's hard to belive.

 

[Huskyraca665]

I'm only about 5'2" and cant touch the ground on my WR 125. I weigh in at about 125 lb. You'll have to get a very light spring. I love my Husky and I have no problems picking it up. I would say go for it!!!!

 

[Rusty306]

I recently switched from a 01 Gas Gas 200XC to a 02 WR 125. I do not know the actual weights of these bikes, but the 125 feels as if it is 20lbs lighter. Much easier to pick up and easier to flick around. I am 5'8", 170lbs with gear. I do find the 125 to be taller than the GG200. Once the restricter is removed from the exhaust, the power is very good. Not as much bottom as the 200, but will easily keep up with it, midrange on up. I have found the suspension to be a little stiff, especially the front. I am currently trying to cure that. Lighter oil weight and lower oil level. I am very happy with this bike. Very well made. I don't think it would be a bad choice.

 

[live2ryde125]

02 husky wr 125 weighs 203.9 not 197.9

 

[tigerowner]

The CR 125 weighs 197.9

 

[placelast]

Are the trans ratios diff. between the WR & CR? How about the flywheel?

 

[robj]

According to the manual the trans are the same. They have different ignition systems. The CR is digital, the WR analogue with a heavier flywheel. I guess the WR uses this system to create a different power delivery. My 01 WR is very smooth off the bottom, hooks up well. The strong flexible midrange is the bikes's strong point. I think it's slightly heavier than a japanese 125 mx'er but way lighter than a GG200 I rode last week. Feels around 215 lbs. It's taller than most other bikes I've riden off road but it's stable and tracks well. You can get the suspension lowered - I think it would make a good choice.

 

[CPT Jack]

The Eel rides one of these, maybe he'll chime in. I've ridden his on just a couple of occasions and it is very light and not difficult to ride but I can't take the front-end suspension. I don't think the harshness can be dialed out of the forks stock. He hasn't re-valved yet, so maybe they could be workable. Also, I know these are supposed to be reliable bikes but he had an expensive fix when the trans seized. Runs great now though.

 

[the Eel]

I have a 1999 WR 125. My 1999 CR / WR manual indicates the following:

Dry Weights
CR 194
WR 201

Transmissions appear to be the same !
1st 28/11
2nd 28/14
3rd 27/16
4th 25/18
5th 23/19
6th 21/21
Final ratio is 50/13

Amazingly, it doesn't seem to show seat height.

Shock springs
CR 5.6 kg/mm
WR 5.2 kg/mm

Fork springs
CR 4.0 N/mm
WR 3.8 N/mm

I find it to be very light, with good bottom (for a tiddler), excellent midrange, and adequate top end. It is pipey but the Pro Circuit pipe I slapped on seemed to smooth / broaden the powerband. I also installed a V Force 2 reed setup and an extra o-ring where the pipe meets the engine. I think it runs better with a 100/100 rear tire - easier to get the wheel going and get it on the pipe. Once the transmission fiasco was over it has been very reliable. This is a very capable 125. The front fork needs work though ... I still haven't been able to dial it in to my liking ... as the Captain mentioned. I think the suspension is fairly race-oriented ... the faster you ride it the better it performs. Someone who weighs 100 lbs. will likely need to massage the fork and shock quite a bit. WARNING: The shock rebound characterstic is VERY SLOW ! I learned this the hard way. I am now at full soft on the shock rebound and will not run it any other way.

 

[HiG4s]

Husqvarna seat heights are opimisticly low. My CR125 is very light, but the seat is at least 3 inches taller than listed by the factory. Just over 39 inches. Not sure if the WR has different seat foam or not.

Another difference between them is how the timing is set. I believe the suspension is the same with different oil levels.

 

[RakO]

Originally posted by Jeff Siegel
My son has just about outgrown his mini. He is 5'-6" tall but only weighs about 100 lbs. He can ride my MXC 200 but really struggles to pick it up and he cannot start it. He could probably start the EXC 125 but it is just as heavy as the KTM 200. We have a piece of product literature on the Husky WR125 and it weighs in at about 25 lbs. lighter than the KTM! Sounds perfect but we definately need more information. Would appreciate any info you would have.

The REAL weights of the 125 Enuros with tank FULL and seat heights are,…………. checked !!!

-----------------------with Litr/Gl---------Kl./lbs------------------seat mm./inches
GAS GAS------------9,5/2.5--------------107,5/237-------------925/36.41
Kusky----------------8,5/2.25-------------104/229.3-------------960/37.8
KTM------------------8,5/2.25-------------106/233.7-------------925/36.4
TM--------------------9,8/2.59-------------108,5/239.2----------955/37.6
Yam125*-------------8/2.11---------------106/233.7------------955/37.6

*The Yam 125 is an YZ with lights,18 rim longer 5TH. homologated by the french Yam importer,(they have a 250 also) for the last year.

Rgds from Belgium ;)

RakO

 

[CPT Jack]

just wanted to update. The Eel & I did 73 miles yesterday, singletrack, rocks & sand, and I have to say that his WR125 is completely dialed in now. He must have got the right tips from Old 89'r because there was no more harshness in the front - none! The addition of a scotts dampner made it a joy to ride and I swear that you could feel more vibration thru your butt than you could thru the bars. What a great bike. The motor is awesome too. No hit - very clean power w/ no suprises but at the same time a very quick bike - it flies. So if the price is right go for it! :aj: I'm sure he can give you all his clicker & jetting settings. BTW, I'm 200 lbs

 

[the Eel]

... thanks for that Jack.

 

[Chouca]

RakO,

great to get some real-weight figures. Where are they from?
Have You got some weight of 200 and 250 enduros too?

 

[roostafish]

I have owned both of these machined, before my WR 125 went bye bye, I had them both in the garage and weighed them, both in race trim (handguards, disk guards etc...) with no fuel. The WR was 205 lbs, the GG 200 was 238. That said, the 200 was still less tiring to ride. Unless you are going to be lifting the thing all day, I like the 200, any color, over a 125.