Hartford VR125Z vs Yamaha Gladiator (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hartford VR125Zstacks up against the Yamaha Gladiator. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHartford VR125ZYamaha Gladiator
Model year20142007
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower10 hp11 hp
Torque6 Nm10 Nm
Weight122 kg123 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-18 / 110/90-18

Hartford VR125Z vs Yamaha Gladiator — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hartford VR125Z and the Yamaha Gladiator usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hartford VR125Z brings 10 hp in a 122 kg package, while the Yamaha Gladiator counters with 11 hp at 123 kg.

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: