Suzuki Burgman 125 (UH125) — OEM Fluid, Tire Pressure & Maintenance Specs
125cc Liquid-Cooled Single SOHC 4-Valve (Full-Size Maxi Chassis) · Source: Suzuki Burgman 125 (UH125) (2007–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications
According to the Suzuki Burgman 125 (UH125) (2007–2020) Official Owner’s Manual Maintenance Specifications, the 2007–2020 Suzuki Burgman 125 (UH125) (chassis UH125/CH41A-125) requires 1.2 L (1.27 US qt) of SAE 10W-40 (JASO MB, API SJ/SL) engine oil for a drain-only change and 1.3 L (1.37 US qt) with filter service (16510-05240 / HF132). Standard solo cold tire pressure is 175 kPa / 1.75 bar / 25 PSI front (110/90-13 M/C 56P) and 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI rear (130/70-12 56P), paired with 1× NGK CR7E / MR8E-9 spark plug(s) and a FTZ9-BS / YTX12-BS battery.
Drain only: 1.2 L (1.27 US qt)
R 200 kPa (2.00 bar)
Est. Range: ~352 km (219 mi)
1. Engine Lubrication, Filter & Clutch Specifications
| Clutch Architecture | Dry Centrifugal CVT Belt Drive |
|---|---|
| Recommended Viscosity & Grade | SAE 10W-40 · JASO MB · API SJ/SL |
| Oil Volume (Drain / With Filter / Overhaul) |
• Drain only: 1.2 L (1.27 US qt) • With filter/strainer: 1.3 L (1.37 US qt) • Complete dry overhaul: 1.5 L (1.59 US qt) |
| OEM Oil Filter Code & Type | 16510-05240 / HF132 |
| Correct Oil Level Check Method | Hold bike upright on level ground 3–5 min after warm shutdown; read crankcase sight glass |
| Oil Drain Bolt Torque | 23 N·m (17.0 lb-ft / 2.35 kgf·m) — Use fresh crush washer |
| Final Drive / Bevel Gear Oil | 190 ml (0.19 L) — SAE 10W-40 / Hypoid 80W-90 (190 ml final reduction oil) |
2. Cold Tire Pressures, Wheels, Ignition & Drivetrain
| Front / Rear OEM Tire Sizes | Front: 110/90-13 M/C 56P · Rear: 130/70-12 56P (Tubeless) |
|---|---|
| Cold Tire Pressure — Solo Riding |
Front: 175 kPa / 1.75 bar / 25 PSI Rear: 200 kPa / 2.00 bar / 29 PSI |
| Cold Tire Pressure — 2-Up / Loaded Touring |
Front: 175 kPa / 1.75 bar / 25 PSI Rear: 250 kPa / 2.50 bar / 36 PSI |
| OEM Spark Plug & Quantity | NGK CR7E / MR8E-9 × 1 (Gap: 0.7–0.8 mm) |
| OEM Battery Code & Rating | FTZ9-BS / YTX12-BS (12V 8.0–10Ah MF AGM) |
| Final Drive Maintenance | Dry V-Belt CVT Drive — Inspect/replace V-belt and rollers every 20,000–24,000 km |
| Brake Fluid & Coolant | DOT 4 · Silicate-free ethylene-glycol OAT coolant for aluminum radiators (50:50 premix) |
3. Ergonomics, Range & Scheduled Service Intervals
| Displacement · Max Power · Peak Torque | 125 cc · 12.2 hp @ 8,500 rpm · 10.8 N·m (8.0 lb-ft) @ 6,500 rpm |
|---|---|
| Seat Height & Wet Curb Weight | 735 mm (28.9 in) · 159 kg (351 lbs) |
| Fuel Tank & Est. Real-World Range | 10.5 L (2.8 US gal) · ~33.5 km/L → ~352 km (219 mi) |
| OEM Scheduled Maintenance Intervals |
• First Break-In: 1,000 km • Engine Oil / Filter: 6,000 km / 12,000 km • Air Filter / Spark Plug: 12,000 km / 12,000 km • Valve Clearance Check: 24,000 km |
4. Generation Cutoffs & Real-World Wrenching Gotchas
Model-Year & Chassis Generation Notes
Completely distinct from the air-cooled Burgman Street 125EX: this full-size liquid-cooled UH125 shares the UH200 chassis and HF132 filter (1.3 L).
Oil & Clutch Mechanical Engineering Note
Suzuki Burgman maxi-scooter platform using internal filter HF132 and rear gear oil (note Burgman 650 SECVT uses wet-clutch JASO MA + spin-on HF138).