Engine Characteristic

Engine characteristic, well what do you expect!

125cc engine, 160kg of dry weight. Keep thing simple. The bike is for commuting only. No high speed, no super acceleration.

You need at least 4,000 RPM to launch. After that, the best gear change is after reaching 7,000 RPM. You can rev it more but pity the engine.

If you are doing tight turn, say U-turn or going into a 90 degree junction, you will be best at 2nd gear. Any higher, you won't be able to accelerate.

On the move, have to keep revving at 5,000 RPM or higher. You have to be patient. If you do, you can go far. If you don't, you will curse yourself.

For me, I enjoy it. Doing 90km/h on the open road........ relax..... no hurry ..... just ride.........

Basic Specification

Model : Daelim Daystar
Year : 2006
Category : Custom / cruiser

Engine and transmission
Displacement : 124.10 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine type : Single cylinder
Stroke : 4
Power : 17.70 HP (12.9 kW))
Bore x stroke : 56.5 x 49.5 mm (2.2 x 1.9 inches)
Starter : Kick / Electric
Cooling system : Air / Oil

Physical measures
Dry weight : 160.0 kg (352.7 pounds)
Seat height : 700 mm (27.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall height : 1,150 mm (45.3 inches)
Overall length : 2,240 mm (88.2 inches)
Overall width : 790 mm (31.1 inches)
Ground clearance : 130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase : 1,500 mm (59.1 inches)

Chassis and dimensions
Front brakes : Single disc
Rear brakes : Expanding brake (drum brake)
Power/weight ratio : 0.1106 HP/kg

Other specifications
Fuel capacity : 17.30 litres (4.57 gallons)

Bukit Mantin

On my way back, I decided to use old Mantin Road. Just to test this mini cruiser on hill climbing.

It was pretty bad jam on the way but it worthed. I was way up to the middle of the hilly road when I had to change to 4th gear and quickly 3rd gear. I was quite surprised. Even a 125cc kapcai which was much lighter than the Daystar, will have a hard time to climb the hill at 3rd gear.

I was crusing in 3rd gear as it climbed at around 70km/h up to the top of the hill without any problem.

So, the mini cruiser was quite a climber. When I reached home, I carefully listen to the engine again. No problem. Still pretty smooth.

First Ride to My Office

First task in the morning will be sending my son to school. He probably weight more than me. And the Daystar having a bit of a hard work to launch. A good 5000RPM was required for a smooth launch.

But after it started moving, everything is okey. I even tried it at a corner... not bad, not bad at all. At least better than my scooter.

On the highway, the real truth. This small capacity cruiser can only cruise. It was very comfortable at a speed around 90-100km/h. Faster than that, I feel like pushing it it too much. But at 100km/h, I have a feeling that it was actually a little slower than the meter reading. But at a slightly down hill section of the highway, it could reach 120km/h.

When I reach office, I listen to the engine. Everything seems okey. No unwanted sound or rattling of the valve or the tappet.

Pretty good for my first day ride to office!

First ride

After dinner, I started some maintenance of my own. I oiled moving part like the clutch and throttle cable, middle and side stand and the chain and the foldable foot rest. After a while, they all got very smooth to operate.

It had been ridden by the previous owner for about 24,400km. But the bike seems like have been well taken care of. No scratches. The chrome parts were all very clean and shiny. The engine was also very smooth. No unwanted sound. Just a small clicking of the teppet / valves which was quite acceptable for a second hand bike like she was.

It was 10.15pm. My wife and I decide to take the Daystar for a spin.

It was a small cc bike, so no fancy acceleration. But to our surprise, it was very comfortable.

The suspension absorbed most of the uneven road condition making it very smooth on road in the housing area. Even the bumper in the housing area does not seem to be bothering the mini cruiser. The exhaust sound was very well dampened.

Handling was pretty good. You can take corner and bend without any feeling of wobbling.

I filled her with some petrol. For RM10, it did not even half tanks full.

After a light supper (keropok lekor and teh ais), we ride back to our house. Once parked, I listen to the warmed engine again. No unwanted sound. Perfect... we were happy.

Bringing Her Home

I was pretty late yesterday (28/10/2008). Before I left, I call the motorcycle shop. Just to make sure they were still open.

Arrive at the shop at around 6.45pm. Paid all the necessaries. Rush home and get my son to help bring the Daystar home.

Yes ......, at last, a successful transaction. She was in my garage at around 10 past seven. Beautiful. My wife was as happy as I am.

Daelim Daystar 125

I have been eying this small cruiser for a long time. This is because I've seen it cruising on the highway. It is small but very beautifully designed.

Another thing, it is very fast for a 125cc cruiser. Cruising beautifully for a distance I guarantee, quite far, daily.

On the 25th October 2008, I just drop by my regular motorcycle shop. And there she was, used but well taken care off, ready for sale.

The next Monday, I brought my wife a long to see her. Big mistake, she insist on bringing it home right away!