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Lexmoto
LXR 125

Name: Lexmoto LXR 125
Brand: Lexmoto
SKU: CBTBIKE-LEXMOTO-LXR
Price: 2499 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.7 (50 reviews)

Best-value full-fairing 125 in the UK.

Power

12 bhp

Weight

160kg

Top Speed

70 mph

From New

£2,499

Profile silhouette

17" cast aluminium · seat 780 mm

Colour palette

Race White
Tarmac Black
Lightning Yellow

Range & economy

Tank14 litres

Economy120 mpg

Realistic range~370 mi

Annual fuel @ 4,000 mi: ~£220

Lexmoto is the UK's largest 125 importer, and the LXR is their faired sportbike flagship. Half the price of an RS 125 and nearly half the resale, but a thriving owners' community and parts you can replace yourself.

Who it's for

Budget-first first-time riders. Anyone learning who isn't sure they'll keep at it long-term.

Pros

Cheapest full-fairing 125 on sale
ABS as standard
Massive owners' community
Easy DIY maintenance

Cons

Build quality below the Japanese rivals
Poor resale value
Parts wait times on some components

Suitability

commuter

5/10

sport

9/10

comfort

4/10

value

9/10

style

8/10

Full Specifications

Engine: Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve, air-cooled
Displacement: 124cc
Power: 12 bhp @ 9,000 rpm
Torque: 7.4 lb-ft @ 7,000 rpm
Top speed: 70 mph
Fuel economy: 120 mpg
Fuel capacity: 14 litres
Weight: 160 kg (wet)
Seat height: 780 mm
Transmission: 6-speed manual
ABS: Front ABS

Brakes: Front: 280mm disc. Rear: 220mm disc.
Suspension: Front: USD forks. Rear: monoshock.
Wheels & tyres: 17" cast aluminium
Service interval: 1,500 miles for first service, then 3,000 miles
Warranty: 2 years parts and labour
Insurance group: Group 9
Available colours: Race White, Tarmac Black, Lightning Yellow
Price new: £2,499
Price used: £1,500 – £2,000
CBT legal?: Yes
Keepable post-licence?: No — learners only

True cost of owning a LXR 125

Estimates for a 25-year-old with one year of CBT licence holding, riding 4,000 miles a year in Zone 2 London. Adjust for your own circumstances.

insurance

£465 / year (third-party fire & theft, 25 yr old, London)

tax

£25 / year (motorcycles ≤150cc)

mot

£29.65 / year (compulsory from year 3)

fuel

~£220 / year at 4,000 mi (£1.45/L)

service

~£110 / minor service

Day-one essentials

ECE 22.06 full-face helmet

£120 – £400

CE Level 2 armoured jacket

£150 – £350

Disc lock + reminder cable

£35 – £75

Sold Secure Gold chain + ground anchor

£90 – £180

Tail-pack 25L

£75 – £160

All-weather cover + bike socks

£30 – £80

Best for

Budget first-time riders
Short-term learner bike
DIY enthusiasts

Insider trivia

— Lexmoto sells more 125s in the UK than any other brand.
— Manufactured in China by ZN Tech for the European market.
— Owners' forum has over 200,000 members.

Owner FAQs

Can I ride the LXR 125 on a CBT?: Yes — the Lexmoto LXR 125 is fully CBT-legal in the UK. With L-plates and a valid DL196 you can ride it for two years before progressing to A1, A2, or full A.
What licence do I need to take L-plates off the LXR 125?: You need an A1 (17+), A2 (19+) or full A (24+) licence and Module 1 / 2 pass — this 125 itself is restricted to learners.
Is the LXR 125 reliable?: Lexmoto has a 2 years parts and labour warranty on the LXR 125. Lexmoto sells more 125s in the UK than any other brand.
What is the real-world range?: Claimed economy is 120 mpg and the tank is 14 litres, giving a theoretical range of 370 miles. Real-world budget around 80% of that.
What insurance group is the LXR 125?: Group 9. As a rough guide, a 25-year-old in zone 2 London with no claims pays around £465 per year third-party fire & theft.
Is the LXR 125 good for delivery / courier work?: It's possible, but a scooter like the PCX 125 or SH125i is the standard courier choice. Manual gearboxes slow down stop-start delivery work.