Yamaha YZF-R125 2015 vs. Kawasaki Z900 2019

Yamaha YZF-R125 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Overview - Yamaha YZF-R125 2015 vs Kawasaki Z900 2019

Yamaha YZF-R125 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R125 2015 compared to Kawasaki Z900 2019

Yamaha YZF-R125 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Yamaha YZF-R125 2015

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	52 mm	Bore	73.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	58.6 mm	Stroke	56 mm
Engine power	Engine power	15 HP	Engine power	125.4 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,500 rpm
Torque	Torque	12.2 Nm	Torque	98.6 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,700 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	11.2	Compression Ratio	11.8
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Digital
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	4
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	124.7 ccm	Displacement	948 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Deltabox	Frame type	Double cradle

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Double disk

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	100 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	80 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	130 mm	Rear tyre width	180 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	55 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Length	Length	2,015 mm	Length	2,070 mm
Width	Width	660 mm	Width	820 mm
Height	Height	970 mm	Height	1,065 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,355 mm	Wheelbase	1,450 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	818 mm	Seat Height	795 mm
License compliancy	License compliancy	A1	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZF-R125 2015

Friends of real supersports bikes listen up, because the Yamaha YZF-R125 could be just the right bike for you in the A1 class. The Yamaha focuses entirely on a sporty appearance, which is not only evident in the R6-like look, but can also be felt in the seating position. The load on the wrists is super-sporty and the knee angle is sharp - perhaps too sharp for tall riders. In return, the YZF-R125 rewards not only with a cool appearance, but also with a very potent engine and a confidence-inspiring chassis that invites high cornering speeds.

powerful engine

sporty seating position

confidence-inspiring ride

high-quality workmanship

Unsuitable for tall riders

More uncomfortable than the competition

Brake could be more toxic

Kawasaki Z900 2019

Fortunately, the new Kawasaki Z900 has lost none of its character through the use of electronics. It is and remains a playful mid-range naked bike, which at the same time masters the brisk pace on the country road magnificently. The riding pleasure and suitability for everyday use are high, the now installed riding aids offer a plus in safety. Your opponents will have a really hard time from now on.

Light and natural handling with high stability

Silky engine with full pull from mid revs

High chassis transparency, great feedback

Sitting position with feel-good factor

Fair price

TFT display mounted too low

Cumbersome menu operation

Rear view mirrors offer modest visibility