The
Eliminator 125 is another example of the type of bike we just
wished for above (seeHonda
Magna 250): the attractive smaller bikes manufacturers
have stopped importing to North America. The Eliminator 125
has a sleek, muscular look recalling Kawasaki's Eliminator line
of musclebikes from the 1980s and 90s. The single-cylinder 124cc
engine cranks out 12 horsepower, lower than other beginner bikes,
but then again, it's the only 125cc machine in the running.
This is a perfect bike on which to learn the basic maneuvers,
commute to work, have fun, etc., and look good while doing it.
Seat height: 26.5 inches.
Love
the eliminator - pity they don't continue to sell them new.
Great trainer bike in class and a real gem to ride - very
forgiving motor, comfy low seat and just generally very
nice to the rider.
I gave
it an A. Despite the bike's half-displacement disadvantage
over other entry level machines, the 125 offers the roomiest
ride of the batch so that makes up for the power losses.
Freeway use is an issue though, especially in states with
a minimum size restriction. That and from what has been
reported the bike won't achieve freeway speeds.
Great, lightweight in-town bike. For folks
who don't need a highway capable mount (meaning 60+mph),
it is an excellent machine. Not imported or made currently
(not sure about overseas). The Eliminator comes back every
couple of years. I gave it an A.
Recommendations
made by Beginner Bikes Magazine, it's staff, team members
or riding club officers, are based on the skills of a novice
rider, of average stature and do not necessarily represent
the ideal for every rider. While Beginner Bikes encourages
safe, smart riding, we do not assume responsibility for
each individual. Please ride with care at your own risk.
Beginner
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