2005 KTM reviews

What a bike. I have had mine for just over a month now, the bike has more bite than the previous one and seems to have been tweaked in places to give it more feel on acceleration and cornering. I ride in desert rallies in North Africa and Enduros in Britain and so far the bike is superb. It is a very tiring machine to ride due to its weight and it is not a forgiving bike if you make a mistake. It is an excellent machine for all enduros, baja's and other desert rallies and also trail riding. It has got the power when you need it most, but if you drop it you will know it as it weighs a ton if it falls on you, and I'm talking from expericence. I would get another seat as the factory supplied one is a bit hard on the behind if you plan to ride for long periods. All in all this machine is excellent and gives you a great ride which can handle all off road terrain. Show less

I have ridden lots of 125's. I honestly think the KTM is the fastest, quickest, and most comfortable 125 there is. All they need to work on is comfort which is still very, very good. KTM also has the most stock performance parts. V-force reeds, doma pipe+silencer, Acerbis plastic, Renthal bars, Brembo brakes, Magura Hydraulic clutch, and a keihin carburator. There's probably more, but I just can't think of them. This 125 ties with the YZ250F for most horsepower. It has 36 and so does the YZF, which is the most in its class. It also has four position handlebars, which make it nice for any size rider. I would recommend this to any racer or aggressive trail rider, or to just have fun at the local pit. I give this bike 5 stars! Show less