Yamaha Rdx 135 vs Honda Wave 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Rdx 135 vs Honda Wave 125. Yamaha Rdx 135: Estimated 14–16 hp @ 8,000 rpm — NOTE: Unverified; based on Yamaha RXZ 135 class estimates hp, Estimated 105–115 kg (wet) — NOTE: Unverified; model identity unclear weight, top speed Estimated 110–120 km/h — NOTE: Based on comparable RX/RXZ 135cc 2-stroke models; unverified, Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Honda Wave 125: ~9.1 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, ~101 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~105 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Rdx 135
Honda Wave 125
Horsepower (hp)
14 hp
9.1 hp
Torque (Nm)
13 Nm
10.6 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
105 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
105 kg
101 kg
Type
Commuter
Commuter
Horsepower
Estimated 14–16 hp @ 8,000 rpm — NOTE: Unverified; based on Yamaha RXZ 135 class estimates
~9.1 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
Estimated 13–14 Nm @ 7,000 rpm — NOTE: Unverified estimate
~10.6 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
Top Speed
Estimated 110–120 km/h — NOTE: Based on comparable RX/RXZ 135cc 2-stroke models; unverified
~105 km/h
Weight
Estimated 105–115 kg (wet) — NOTE: Unverified; model identity unclear
~101 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
Estimated 3.0–4.0 L/100km (25–33 km/L) — NOTE: Based on similar 135cc 2-stroke Yamaha models; unverified for this specific designation
~2.0 L/100km or ~50 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Rdx 135
7.5/10
"A rewarding classic if you buy with eyes wide open."
Pros
+Addictive two-stroke powerband
+Extremely light and nimble
+Cheap parts availability
Cons
−Neglected maintenance universally
−Power valve needs frequent attention
−Corroded electrics common
Honda Wave 125
7.5/10
"The most sensible $1,500 you'll spend on two wheels."
Pros
+Near-indestructible Honda reliability
+Ridiculous fuel economy
+Dirt-cheap spare parts
Cons
−Zero highway capability
−Rear drum brakes underwhelm
−Steering head wears early
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