Yamaha YZF-R125 2021 vs. KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012

Yamaha YZF-R125 2021

Yamaha YZF-R125 2021

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012

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Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R125 2021 compared to KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012

Yamaha YZF-R125 2021
KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore52 mmBore105 mm
StrokeStroke58.6 mmStroke69 mm
Engine powerEngine power15 HPEngine power175 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,250 rpm
TorqueTorque12.4 NmTorque127 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio13.5
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement124.7 ccmDisplacement1,195 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeTubular

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 width140 mmRear tyre width190 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height55 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,355 mmWheelbase1,425 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height805 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11.5 lFuel Tank Capacity16.5 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZF-R125 2021

Yamaha YZF-R125 2021

The Yamaha YZF-R125 in the 2019 version makes journalists' lives difficult. You search and search for a fault, but can't find one - simply frustrating! Because the 15 hp single-cylinder with variable valve timing (VVA) performs excellently and is undoubtedly one of the best power units in the 125cc class. The handling is convincing in everyday life as well as on the racetrack, even if the chassis shows its sporty side on bumps. But we are on a super sports bike, so that is not a serious point of criticism. Maybe I need to ride the R125 for a few weeks to find its Achilles heel after all....

excellent engine

cool looks

sporty chassis

very potent on the racetrack

very good supersport package

unfortunately nothing

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012

KTM 1190 RC8 R 2012

The RC8 from KTM has matured into a good motorbike. Unfortunately, the maturing process has taken a little too long. The engine characteristics are good, the chassis as well and the bike is great to ride both on the country road and on the race track.

Well-tuned suspension elements

fairly agile

acceptable brakes

positive cornering.

Performance could be higher

primarily designed for country roads.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha YZF-R125 vs KTM 1190 RC8 R

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