Malaguti 125 YLC vs Yamaha DT 125 E (1989)

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

Spec comparison

SpecMalaguti 125 YLCYamaha DT 125 E
Model year19891980
Price
Engine123 cc123 cc
Horsepower17 hp10 hp
Fuel capacity3.0 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires3.00-21 / 4.60-17 2.75-21 / 3.25-18

Malaguti 125 YLC vs Yamaha DT 125 E — which should you buy?

Picking between the Malaguti 125 YLC and the Yamaha DT 125 E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Malaguti 125 YLC brings 17 hp, while the Yamaha DT 125 E counters with 10 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: