Honda CRF450R 2018 vs. Yamaha YZF-R125 2021

Honda CRF450R 2018

Yamaha YZF-R125 2021
Overview - Honda CRF450R 2018 vs Yamaha YZF-R125 2021

Honda CRF450R 2018

Yamaha YZF-R125 2021
Technical Specifications Honda CRF450R 2018 compared to Yamaha YZF-R125 2021
Pros and Cons in comparison
Pros and Cons in comparison
Honda CRF450R 2018

Honda has hit the jackpot with the new 2021 CRF450R. Through constant further development, we find a true handling monster with the 2021 model year. Comparisons with the 250 in terms of handling cannot be dismissed out of hand. Thanks to electronic aids, the power delivery is no longer as demanding as on 450s.
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....