Yamaha Yzf-r125 vs Suzuki Gsx-r125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Yamaha Yzf-r125 vs Suzuki Gsx-r125. 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-r125: 15 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~100 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Yamaha Yzf-r125
Suzuki Gsx-r125
Horsepower (hp)
15 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.5 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
100 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
142 kg
134 kg
Type
Sport
Supersport
Horsepower
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
110 km/h
~100 km/h
Weight
142 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.8 L/100km or approx. 35 km/L (typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or ~40 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-r125
7.5/10
"The smartest A1 starter bike money can buy used."
Pros
+Stunning full-fairing aesthetics
+Teaches genuine riding technique
+Reliable when maintained properly
Cons
−Gutless above 80mph
−Fragile expensive bodywork
−Neglected chains are common
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