Yamaha MT-125 2018 vs. Yamaha YZF-R125 2020

Yamaha MT-125 2018

Yamaha YZF-R125 2020
Overview - Yamaha MT-125 2018 vs Yamaha YZF-R125 2020

Yamaha MT-125 2018

Yamaha YZF-R125 2020
Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-125 2018 compared to Yamaha YZF-R125 2020
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Yamaha MT-125 2018

If you compare the Yamaha MT-125 with its 2018 rivals, it quickly becomes clear that it can no longer compete in terms of equipment and looks. However, underneath its dusty dress is an excellent naked bike that keeps the sporty aspect at the top level. The MT-125 is stable in the corner and offers enough punch out of the corner to outrun the competition. Its geometry is also very inviting and gives the feeling of being on a much more powerful naked bike. So the MT-125 has done it - even four years after its release, it is riding at the top of the A1 naked bike class.
Yamaha YZF-R125 2020

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....