MBK 125 L vs Yamaha AS1 (1972)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MBK 125 Lstacks up against the Yamaha AS1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMBK 125 LYamaha AS1
Model year19721968
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower14 hp15 hp
Torque13 Nm
Weight98 kg
Fuel capacity3.4 L2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake). Single leading shoe
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-17 / 2.75-17 -2.50-18

MBK 125 L vs Yamaha AS1 — which should you buy?

Picking between the MBK 125 L and the Yamaha AS1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MBK 125 L brings 14 hp, while the Yamaha AS1 counters with 15 hp at 98 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: