An attractive custom XSR125 was spotted at the Tokyo Motorcycle Show, which started on Friday, March 22. It is a demo machine loaded with newly developed XSR125 compatible parts by ACTIVE and KIJIMA, two companies that comprehensively develop and sell custom parts, respectively.
It is interesting to note that, while both have a scrambler style with an off-road taste, the finished impression is completely different.
Which one do you prefer?
Refreshing Kijima Custom for the Urban Scrambler
Let us start with Kijima's XSR125. The concept of this machine is an urban scrambler, and it is more oriented toward a cheerful style of riding through the city rather than a hard-hitting off-road bike. While keeping the stock light blue color, the machine was given a new look with the addition of a meter visor that perfectly matched the color of the original.
The handlebars are up & wide, and the trucker handlebars with brace bars added.
The silhouette has been cleaned up with a fenderless kit and fenders, and the blinkers and mirrors have been changed to a smaller & simpler design. The underguard is also light, made of punch-hole aluminum. Conversely, the tail lamps have been enlarged to make a stronger impression. Together with the plated tandem grips, the presence of the tail area has been greatly enhanced.
A helmet lock, which is not equipped on the OEM model, has been added as a utility part. The machine is also equipped with a side bag support, but the support itself is so well designed that it looks good even without the bag. It is a machine that realizes a street-trucker style like the TW of the past.
XSR125 demo vehicle exhibited by Kijima. It was designed to look like a street trucker while utilizing the OEM color scheme.
The first thing that catches the eye is the meter visor. The headlight bezels are also finished in chrome for a more luxurious feel. Both of these items are reference exhibits.
Plated trucker handle with brace and tornado grip; handle is for reference only; grip sells for (approx.) 10 USD.
The simple but presentable TECH21 mirror is made of die-cast aluminum and has a high-quality feel. This one is now on sale, priced at (approx.) 79 USD.
The seat leather is standard but with a chrome tandem bar for a classic look. This item is also under development.
The plastic underguard has been replaced with an aluminum one. It looks a bit like outdoor goods and is cute. This item is also a reference exhibit.
The ultra-compact blinkers have excellent light output without sacrificing the Nano3 style.
Released for (approx.) 101 USD
Larger tail lamps than stock. The clear lenses are not too aggressive.
When lit, it has a tremendous presence! Perfect for dress-up. The amount of light from the blinkers is also noteworthy.
A helmet holder not included in the factory model is also added. Steel is black and unobtrusive.
Released for (approx.) 27 USD.
It is also equipped with side bag supports. With its intricate modeling, this part has a strong presence even without bags.
This is also a reference exhibit.
Custom "153 GARAGE" forest road scrambler inspired by the "Miniature" GT50/80
The XSR125, which was put together by ACTIVE's neo-classic custom brand 153 GARAGE, proposes a customization that can be easily challenged.
The coloring is a retro style inspired by the famous Minitre GT50/80 of yesteryear, and the image is completely different. Still, looking at the details, all the customization can be realized by replacing parts.
It looks cool! If you think "Cool!", realizing it with the ideal parts is not difficult.
The key to the style is the handle. The steel handlebars with braces create an up-and-back style. The aluminum up fenders and rear fenderless kit create a lightweight suspension silhouette. To further enhance the off-road look, a headlight guard, simple chain guard, wide step bars, and aluminum skid plates were added to give the vehicle a rugged look that makes it easy to take to the forest trails.
Active 153 GARAGE's XSR125 has a strong off-road feel. The goal was to create a character allowing the rider to casually enter the forest roads.
153GARAGE headlight guards are installed. Vertical and horizontal can be selected according to preference.
(approx.) 86 USD.
Motocrosser-style ACTIVE VMX handlebars increase position by 10mm compared to OEM.
Price: (approx.) 63 USD.
153GARAGE x AW-MOTECH aluminum up fender. It also provides clearance for block tires.
Price: (approx.) 130 USD.
ACTIVE tail tidy kit with LED round small taillights from 153GARAGE.
It will be available in May for (approx.) 59 USD.
This is another 153GARAGE skid plate to be released in May. Made of simple, lightweight aluminum.
Priced at (approx.) 101 USD.
Neoclassical patterned 153GARAGE grips are available in five colors including red and blue in addition to black. (approx.) 13 USD.
The compact chain guard is also 153 GARAGE. It has a hairline finish and a high-quality feel.
Scheduled to be released in May, (approx.) 13 USD.
The ACTIVE step bar is a wide type to suit off-road use. This is a reference exhibit and will be priced at (approx.) 108 USD.
The simple but adjustable clutch and brake levers are also 153GARAGE. It is a short type and takes two or three fingers.
This is a reference exhibit and will be priced at (approx.) 144 USD.
The tank and cover are all painted. The original color, inspired by 70's miniatures, fits perfectly with the neoclassical XSR125.
