Yamaha Yzf-r125 vs Suzuki Gsx-250r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Yzf-r125 vs Suzuki Gsx-250r. Yamaha Yzf-r125: 15 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 142 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 110 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Suzuki Gsx-250r: 24 hp @ 8,000 rpm hp, 181 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed), Motoryk rating 6.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Yzf-r125
Suzuki Gsx-250r
Horsepower (hp)
15 hp
24 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.5 Nm
22 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
142 kg
181 kg
Type
Sport
Sport
Horsepower
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
24 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
22 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
110 km/h
155 km/h (estimated; note: manufacturer does not officially publish top speed)
Weight
142 kg (wet/curb weight)
181 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.8 L/100km or approx. 35 km/L (typical real-world average)
3.2 L/100km or approximately 31 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
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
Suzuki Gsx-250r
6.5/10
"A solid starter bike you'll definitely outgrow, but not regret."
Pros
+Smooth, confidence-inspiring motor
+Excellent fuel economy
+Comfortable upright ergonomics
Cons
−Runs out of power quickly
−Patchy Suzuki parts availability
−Weak fork seals over mileage
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