KTM 125 Duke vs Yamaha MT-125 (2024)

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

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 125 DukeYamaha MT-125
Model year20242024
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp
Torque12 Nm12 Nm
Weight139 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity3.5 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Four-piston radial fixed calliperSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. 2 piston floating caliper.Single disc
Tires110-17 / 150-17 100/80-M17 / 140/70-M17

KTM 125 Duke vs Yamaha MT-125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 125 Duke and the Yamaha MT-125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 125 Duke brings its published horsepower in a 139 kg package, while the Yamaha MT-125 counters with 15 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: