Yamaha R125 price and specifications
Yamaha R125, a in the sports class 125 cc model by Yamaha. A1 licence required. Türkiye list price 410,500 ₺ (November 2026).
Yamaha R125 specifications
| Engine capacity | 125 cc |
|---|---|
| Power | 14.8 hp |
| Torque | 11.5 Nm |
| Weight | 144 kg |
| Seat height | 825 mm |
| Fuel tank | 11 L |
| Consumption | 2.1 L/100 km |
| ABS | Yes |
| Licence | A1 |
| Type | Sports |
Yamaha R125 generation history
- 2008–2013 · 1st generation: The first YZF-R125, 33 mm telescopic fork.
- 2014–2018 · 2nd generation: 41 mm upside-down (USD) fork, new bodywork, larger tank; ABS version around 2015.
- 2019–2022 · 3rd generation: New engine with VVA, new frame details, ABS standard.
- 2023– · 4th generation: New R7-inspired design, 5-inch TFT and smartphone connectivity, traction control, quickshifter-ready.
Yamaha R125 known problems
- Recall: side stand switch bolt (2012): In 2012 a campaign was run in Australia and France (about 7,848 units) because the bolts holding the side stand safety switch could work loose and fall out.
- Recall: spare fuse (2025): The wrong type of spare fuse was fitted to YZF-R125s built at the French factory between November 2024 and April 2025; if the fuse blows, the instrument panel may switch off and the engine may stall. The fuse is being replaced.
When buying a used Yamaha R125
- On 2008–2012 models, ask whether the side stand switch campaign was carried out.
- On 2025 model year vehicles, check the fuse campaign using the chassis number.
- Tell the 2019+ VVA models apart from earlier generations by the year in the advert.
Price
List price: 410,500 ₺ (November 2026 recommended retail price). Prices are the recommended retail prices announced by the distributor and may vary by dealer.
Yamaha R125 rivals
- Yamaha R125 70th Anniversary — 422,500 ₺, 15 hp
- Aprilia RS 125 — 339,000 ₺, 15 hp
- KTM RC 125 — 313,900 ₺, 15 hp
- RKS SRK125R — 218,079 ₺, 15 hp
Comparisons
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