Malaguti Drakon 125 2025 — Specifications

When a brand like Malaguti releases a 125 cm3 in 2025, it’s not to overshadow the Yamaha MT-125 or the KTM 125 Duke. It’s to scoop up the A1 licenses of young people who want looks without emptying their student bank accounts. The Drakon 125 embraces this role without complex, with its big-bore appearance shrunk down on the photocopier and its single-cylinder engine promising more style than punch.

The first argument is visual. Inverted suspension, wide tires at the rear, a sharp and aggressive line: the Drakon 125 plays the appearance card. It looks like a motorcycle twice as big, which is precisely what its target audience is looking for. With a seat height of 805 mm, it remains accessible, and its 145 kg fully fueled makes it maneuverable in the city. The 10.5-liter tank and a displayed consumption of 2.6 liters per 100 km ensure correct autonomy for the school or university commute. It’s a machine made to be seen, not to scare the speedometers.

Because the performance, it must be said, remains sensible. The 124.8 cm3 four-stroke single-cylinder engine produces 11.4 Nm of torque and tops out at 99 km/h. This is sufficient for urban traffic and departmental roads, but thrill-seekers will need to look elsewhere. The six-speed gearbox is a pleasant surprise in this segment, offering a little more versatility than the usual five speeds. Liquid cooling and Bosch injection guarantee regular and economical operation. It’s an engine designed for reliability and economy, not for excesses.

The chassis and brakes follow the same logic. A disc at the front and rear, both equipped with ABS, do the job without sporting pretensions. The inverted suspension is primarily an aesthetic argument on this type of model, its setting being oriented towards comfort and suppleness to swallow potholes. Tires in 100/80 at the front and 130/70 at the rear complete a consistent set for daily use.

The Malaguti Drakon 125 will not revolutionize the A1 segment. It occupies it with a clear proposition: maximum style, correct equipment such as ABS and inverted suspension, and an engine without surprises. It targets the young license holder who wants a motorcycle that makes an impression in the schoolyard or on the university parking lot, without breaking the bank on purchase or at the gas pump. It’s a serious option against the Japanese, provided you accept that its character is more laid-back than that of a KTM 125 Duke. For the real thrill, you’ll have to wait for the A2 license.