1975
Yamaha RD 125 - Specifications & Review
Article Complete Info
| Articleid | 142118 |
|---|---|
| Category | Classic |
| Make | Yamaha |
| Model | RD 125 |
| Year | 1975 |
Chassis, Suspension, Brakes & Wheels
| Frontbrakes | Single disc |
|---|---|
| Fronttyre | 2.75-18 |
| Rearbrakes | Expanding brake |
| Reartyre | 3.00-18 |
Engine & Transmission
| Borexstroke | 43.0 x 43.0 mm (1.7 x 1.7 inches) |
|---|---|
| Compression | 6.8:1 |
| Coolingsystem | Air |
| Displacement | 125.00 ccm (7.63 cubic inches) |
| Enginedetails | Twin, two-stroke |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Power | 17.00 HP (12.4 kW)) @ 9500 RPM |
| Topspeed | 127.0 km/h (78.9 mph) |
| Transmissiontypefinaldrive | Chain |
Physical Measures & Capacities
| Fuelcapacity | 11.50 litres (3.04 gallons) |
|---|---|
| Weightincloilgasetc | 117.0 kg (257.9 pounds) |
About Yamaha
Country of Origin:
Japan
Founder:
Nippon Gakki (Genichi Kawakami led motorcycle entry)
Best Known For:
R-series sportbikes, MT nakeds, YZ/WR off-road, Ténéré ADV
Company History
Yamaha blends engineering polish with musical-instrument attention to feel. From the RD two-strokes to modern crossplane R1s, its sportbikes emphasize chassis communication and reliability. Off-road, YZ/WR platforms define durability and race-fed development, while Ténéré ADV models offer long-legged, serviceable travel. Global dealer depth, parts commonality, and conservative updates make Yamahas easy to own and hard to break. The brand’s hallmark is balance: machines that work on Monday, thrill on Sunday, and keep their manners for decades.