Would a CR125 be too big?

Question

I'm just getting into riding dirt bikes, right now i have a crf100 but i'm lookin for something better for motocross. I can't decide wether to get an 85 or a 125. I probly won't be actually racing, more for fun. I'm 5'4" and 120 lbs

Answer 1

The 125 would be kick@$$ for you for years to come.

Answer 2

no its not to big but for motocross i would get 250 4STRK

Answer 3

im 21 and have been riding dirtbikes and fourwheelers since i was 5. A 85 is a fast little bike but may be a little to small for you. As far as a honda cr125 goes, they are very fast bike if taken care, rebuilt regulary ect. Your 100 is a four-stroke engine very reliable. A 85 and 125 are two stroke engine and require to be reringed every twenty hours or so... I suggest if your using the bike for fun, to get a big four-stroke bike like crf 400 or 450,    125s have what is called powerband and have very unpredictable power highs for a rider without a lot of experience. A 400 or 450 will have a lot of power, more than a 125 or 85 but you can control the power with throttle as you need it unlike a 2 stroke bike; Get another 4 stoke bike so you dont have to rebuild it all the time

Answer 4

You may find yourself just an inch or two too short for the 125cc.  So at this stage till you have grown those couple of inches you would struggle with a 125cc.  You would be a perfect size for a 85cc or a crf150r.

You don't say how old you are, or if you are likely to grow.

Answer 5

It wont be too big since your on a 100 now, but be ready for a big power difference!!!

Answer 6

Try them both out.... I think you'd be left wanting if you bought the 85...so go for the 125, its not that big a jump from 100.

Answer 7

125 for sure buddy

Answer 8

if you're 5'4, then I would recommend a 125. if it's too big, then i would recommend cutting the seat a little. Before you buy it, i would recommend you go to a motocross dealer, and sit on one. If too big, get a CR-85(big wheel).