Yamaha Saluto Rx 125 vs Bajaj Discover 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Saluto Rx 125 vs Bajaj Discover 125. Yamaha Saluto Rx 125: ~8.2 hp @ 7,000 rpm (estimated) hp, ~111 kg (curb weight; estimated) weight, top speed ~95 km/h (estimated), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Bajaj Discover 125: 11 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 135 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 105 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Saluto Rx 125
Bajaj Discover 125
Horsepower (hp)
8.2 hp
11 hp
Torque (Nm)
10.1 Nm
11 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
95 km/h
105 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
111 kg
135 kg
Type
Commuter
Commuter
Horsepower
~8.2 hp @ 7,000 rpm (estimated)
11 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
~10.1 Nm @ 5,500 rpm (estimated)
11 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
~95 km/h (estimated)
105 km/h
Weight
~111 kg (curb weight; estimated)
135 kg (curb weight)
Fuel
Approx. 2.2 L/100km or ~45 km/L (typical real-world average; estimated)
2.2 L/100km (approx. 45 km/L real-world average)
Fairing
No
Yes
Individual Reviews
Yamaha Saluto Rx 125
6.5/10
"Solid urban commuter, but don't dare dream beyond city limits."
Pros
+Exceptional real-world fuel economy
+Near-indestructible engine internals
+Effortless city traffic maneuverability
Cons
−Drum brakes inspire zero confidence
−Horrible high-speed vibration
−Carb clogs with ethanol fuel
Bajaj Discover 125
6.5/10
"Reliable, unfussy commuter that rewards sensible buyers, not dreamers."
Pros
+Bulletproof parts availability
+Genuinely frugal fuel consumption
+Smooth, refined single-cylinder
Cons
−Fork seals fail frequently
−Notchy gearbox when cold
−Electrical connectors corrode easily
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