Aprilia AF1 125 Replica vs Yamaha RD 125 DX (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aprilia AF1 125 Replicastacks up against the Yamaha RD 125 DX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAprilia AF1 125 ReplicaYamaha RD 125 DX
Model year19881978
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower25 hp17 hp
Fuel capacity5.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires100/80-16 / 120/80-16

Aprilia AF1 125 Replica vs Yamaha RD 125 DX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aprilia AF1 125 Replica and the Yamaha RD 125 DX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aprilia AF1 125 Replica brings 25 hp, while the Yamaha RD 125 DX counters with 17 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: