Yamaha MT-125 2018 vs. KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Yamaha MT-125 2018

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Overview - Yamaha MT-125 2018 vs KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Yamaha MT-125 2018

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Technical Specifications Yamaha MT-125 2018 compared to KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Yamaha MT-125 2018

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Yamaha MT-125 2018

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	52 mm	Bore	90.7 mm
Stroke	Stroke	58.6 mm	Stroke	68.8 mm
Engine power	Engine power	15 HP	Engine power	121 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	9,250 rpm
Torque	Torque	12.4 Nm	Torque	99 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	8,000 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,750 rpm
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	2
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	890 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum
Frame type	Frame type	Deltabox	Frame type	Tubular

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
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,355 mm	Wheelbase	1,482 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	810 mm	Seat Height	834 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	11.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	14 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A1	License compliancy	A

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha MT-125 2018

If you compare the Yamaha MT-125 with its 2018 rivals, it quickly becomes clear that it can no longer compete in terms of equipment and looks. However, underneath its dusty dress is an excellent naked bike that keeps the sporty aspect at the top level. The MT-125 is stable in the corner and offers enough punch out of the corner to outrun the competition. Its geometry is also very inviting and gives the feeling of being on a much more powerful naked bike. So the MT-125 has done it - even four years after its release, it is riding at the top of the A1 naked bike class.

powerful engine

adult geometry

stable handling

good for tall people

outdated look

brake

KTM 890 Duke R 2021

The KTM 890 Duke R scores with simple ingredients. Take a low weight, a modern engine with driving aids, and finally, high-quality brakes and a good chassis. The result is predictable! The Duke is an attractive machine that is a joy to ride. The low weight can be felt in every situation. A cool bike!

High revving and sporty engine

Excellent quickshifter

Great electronics package

Great brakes

Good chassis

Driving-friendly handling - low weight noticeable

Cheap buttons and switches (e.g. indicator switch)

Slightly nervous geometry