AJS 71 Desert Scrambler 125: specs and comparison
AJS 71 Desert Scrambler 125 (Retro / classic, since 2022): 124 cc engine, 7 kW / 10 hp, 126 kg (with fluids), seat height 760 mm. Licence: A1 / 125.
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Specs
Version since 2022
| Years | since 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Retro / classic |
| Licence | A1 / 125 |
| Engine | 124 cm³, 1 cyl. |
| Power | 7.2 kW / 10 hp |
| Weight | 126 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 760 mm |
| ABS | no ABS |
| Drive / gearbox | chain, manual |
| Tank | 13 l |
| Fuel use | 2.4 l/100 km |
| Range on one tank | 470 km |
| Used price (estimate) | £2,000 - £2,500 |
Why it's worth it
- Cheap and simple servicing
- Long range (350 km+)
- Low seat: up to 780 mm
- Light: up to 150 kg (140 kg dry)
Weak points
- Budget build quality
- Small dealer network
What to check on a used one
- Chain and sprockets: slack, stiff links, hooked teeth
- Electrical connectors: corrosion, lights, switches
- Corrosion: frame, exhaust, fasteners
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Questions
Is the AJS 71 Desert Scrambler 125 A2-legal?
Yes: 7.2 kW is within the A2 limit of 35 kW. Some countries also check 0.2 kW per kg, so confirm the papers of the bike you buy.
What is the seat height of the AJS 71 Desert Scrambler 125?
760 mm. Whether you reach the ground also depends on the seat width: the finder estimates it from your height and inseam.
How much does the AJS 71 Desert Scrambler 125 weigh?
126 kg (with fluids).
What is the fuel use and range of the AJS 71 Desert Scrambler 125?
About 2.4 l/100 km; with the 13 l tank that is roughly 470 km before the reserve.
Specs from makers and test sources; prices are estimates. Check the bike you buy.