Honda Cbr125r vs Yamaha R15 V3
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cbr125r
Yamaha R15 V3
Horsepower (hp)
11 hp
19.3 hp
Torque (Nm)
11 Nm
14.7 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
135 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
142 kg
142 kg
Type
Sport
Supersport
Horsepower
11 hp @ 10,000 rpm
19.3 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
11 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
14.7 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
Top Speed
110 km/h
~135 km/h
Weight
142 kg (wet/curb weight)
142 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.5 L/100km or approximately 40 km/L
~4.5 L/100km or ~22 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Cbr125r
7.5/10
"The smartest learner bike money can buy, if expectations are realistic."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Ultra-cheap running costs
+Flickable, confidence-inspiring handling
Cons
−Seriously limited top-end power
−Soft suspension feels vague
−Rear drum brake underwhelms
Yamaha R15 V3
8.2/10
"The best 150cc motorcycle money can buy, used or new."
Pros
+Chassis punches well above class
+VVA engine surprisingly rev-happy
+Slipper clutch is genuinely premium
Cons
−Ergonomics punish longer rides
−Fairings crack, scratch easily
−Tiny fuel tank range