Honda Wave 125 Alpha vs Yamaha Cygnus X SR (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Wave 125 Alphastacks up against the Yamaha Cygnus X SR. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Wave 125 AlphaYamaha Cygnus X SR
Model year20152015
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower9 hp11 hp
Torque10 Nm9 Nm
Weight101 kg112 kg
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity1.0 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic, ventilatedSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-17 / 2.75-17 110/70-12 / 120/70-12

Honda Wave 125 Alpha vs Yamaha Cygnus X SR — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Wave 125 Alpha and the Yamaha Cygnus X SR usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Wave 125 Alpha brings 9 hp in a 101 kg package, while the Yamaha Cygnus X SR counters with 11 hp at 112 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: