Yamaha MT-125 2021 vs. Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Yamaha MT-125 2021

Yamaha MT-125 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

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Overview - Yamaha MT-125 2021 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Yamaha MT-125 2021

Yamaha MT-125 2021

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-125 2021 compared to Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Yamaha MT-125 2021
Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore52 mmBore83 mm
StrokeStroke58.6 mmStroke60 mm
Engine powerEngine power15 HPEngine power69 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power1,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,500 rpm
TorqueTorque11.5 NmTorque64 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque7,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio10.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
IgnitionIgnitionTransistorIgnitionDigital
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement124.7 ccmDisplacement649 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionTelescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameSteel

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height80 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width130 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
LengthLength1,960 mmLength2,165 mm
WidthWidth800 mmWidth840 mm
HeightHeight1,065 mmHeight1,400 mm
WheelbaseWheelbase1,325 mmWheelbase1,415 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height810 mmSeat Height840 mm
Kerb Weight (with ABS)Kerb Weight (with ABS)142 kgKerb Weight (with ABS)216 kg
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11.5 lFuel Tank Capacity21 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-125 2021

Yamaha MT-125 2021

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

Kawasaki Versys 650 2018

The 2019 model year Kawasaki Versys presented itself as a comfortable, stable yet lively touring machine. The motorbike is versatile and offers high utility value. It is a fully-fledged touring machine that is a pleasure to ride on extended tours. The bike offers a terrific price/performance ratio.

Great travel comfort

pleasant and comfortable chassis

easy to use

seating position ready for touring

agile and light-footed handling.

Vibrations in the footpegs

response behaviour during transition from pushing and load operation

ABS cannot be deactivated

weight somewhat high

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha MT-125 vs Kawasaki Versys 650

Price Yamaha MT-125

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Price Kawasaki Versys 650

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