Yamaha YZF-R125 2020 vs. KTM 125 Duke 2020

Yamaha YZF-R125 2020

Yamaha YZF-R125 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020

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Overview - Yamaha YZF-R125 2020 vs KTM 125 Duke 2020

Yamaha YZF-R125 2020

Yamaha YZF-R125 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R125 2020 compared to KTM 125 Duke 2020

Yamaha YZF-R125 2020
KTM 125 Duke 2020

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore52 mmBore58 mm
StrokeStroke58.6 mmStroke47.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power15 HPEngine power15 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,000 rpmRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque12.4 NmTorque12 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,000 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio11.2 Compression Ratio12.6
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement124.7 ccmDisplacement125 ccm

Suspension Front

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

Chassis

FrameFrameSteelFrameChromium-molybdenum
Frame typeFrame typeDeltaboxFrame typeTubular

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width100 mmFront tyre width110 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 width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,355 mmWheelbase1,367 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height825 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11.5 lFuel Tank Capacity11 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA1

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

Yamaha YZF-R125 2020

Yamaha YZF-R125 2020

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 125 Duke 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020

If you want an aggressive design, sporty and good handling as well as higher performance, especially in the upper rev range, you can't go wrong with the Duke. The attention to detail, for example in the form of the LED turn signals or the elaborate and multifunctional TFT display, are a KTM trademark. The only drawback is that it lacks a little power in the lower rev range.

Good chassis

LED indicators and headlights

TFT display

Little power in the lower rev range

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price Yamaha YZF-R125 vs KTM 125 Duke

Price Yamaha YZF-R125

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