Honda Cbr150r vs Yamaha Yzf-r125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cbr150r
Yamaha Yzf-r125
Horsepower (hp)
17.1 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
13.7 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
110 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
134 kg
142 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
17.1 hp @ 10,500 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
13.7 Nm @ 8,500 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
130 km/h
110 km/h
Weight
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
142 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.8 L/100km or approximately 35 km/L (typical real-world average)
2.8 L/100km or approx. 35 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Cbr150r
7.2/10
"Reliable urban weapon if you buy clean and maintain it religiously."
Pros
+Legendary Honda engine reliability
+Ultra-light flickable handling
+Cheap running costs
Cons
−Valve clearances often neglected
−Cramped for tall riders
−Scarce OEM bodywork parts
Yamaha Yzf-r125
8.0/10
"The smartest used 125 buy if you inspect it properly."
Pros
+Bulletproof Yamaha build quality
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring chassis
+Strong resale value retention
Cons
−Exhaust corrosion issues pre-2019
−Power cliff below 6k rpm
−Seat comfort deteriorates fast
Top 10 Accessories
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