Jawa-CZ 125 Dakar vs Yamaha DT 125 (2005)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Jawa-CZ 125 Dakarstacks up against the Yamaha DT 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecJawa-CZ 125 DakarYamaha DT 125
Model year20052003
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower13 hp14 hp
Torque9 Nm14 Nm
Weight99 kg116 kg
Seat height33 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity1.7 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires3.00-19 / 3.50-16

Jawa-CZ 125 Dakar vs Yamaha DT 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Jawa-CZ 125 Dakar and the Yamaha DT 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Jawa-CZ 125 Dakar brings 13 hp in a 99 kg package, while the Yamaha DT 125 counters with 14 hp at 116 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: