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Yamaha Ybr 125
7.5/10 Commuter

Yamaha Ybr 125 Review

"The most dependable commuter £2,000 can realistically buy you."

New riders wanting cheap, reliable daily transport $1,500-$3,000 used 2006-2017
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Used Buyer Review

The YBR125 is about as exciting as watching paint dry, and that's actually its greatest selling point. It starts first kick every morning, sips fuel like it's scared of the pump, and asks almost nothing from you mechanically. Yamaha built something genuinely bulletproof here, and the used market is stuffed with neglected examples that still somehow run perfectly. Buying used, you need to check the chain and sprockets first — owners of these bikes are notoriously lazy about maintenance precisely because the bike forgives everything. Look for oil leaks around the cylinder head and inspect the fork seals. Budget around 300 bucks for a proper service and you'll likely ride it for two years without touching it again. Avoid anything with dodgy electrics or crash damage to the frame. This isn't a bike you'll brag about at the pub. It's transportation with two wheels, and in that role it genuinely excels. Commuters rack up 30,000 miles on these without drama, and resale holds surprisingly well.

Pros

+Indestructible engine, genuinely bulletproof
+Exceptional real-world fuel economy
+Parts dirt cheap everywhere
+Forgiving for new riders
+Strong resale value retained

Cons

-Utterly zero riding excitement
-Soft brakes need immediate upgrade
-Cheap plastics crack easily
-Wobbly above 65mph
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Avoid if

You crave any performance or riding excitement

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