Yamaha YZF-R125 2021 vs. Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Yamaha YZF-R125 2021

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016
Overview - Yamaha YZF-R125 2021 vs Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

Yamaha YZF-R125 2021

Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016
Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R125 2021 compared to Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha YZF-R125 2021

The Yamaha YZF-R125 in the 2019 version makes journalists' lives difficult. You search and search for a fault, but can't find one - simply frustrating! Because the 15 hp single-cylinder with variable valve timing (VVA) performs excellently and is undoubtedly one of the best power units in the 125cc class. The handling is convincing in everyday life as well as on the racetrack, even if the chassis shows its sporty side on bumps. But we are on a super sports bike, so that is not a serious point of criticism. Maybe I need to ride the R125 for a few weeks to find its Achilles heel after all....
Ducati 1299 Panigale S 2016

With its roaring two-cylinder and heavenly looks, it still steals the show from the other bikes in the paddock when unloaded. The electronics package seems perfect, but the chassis is a little too radical. The V2 will thrill fans but could overtax rookies in the saddle.