MBK 125 LT vs Yamaha AS1 (1975)

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

Spec comparison

SpecMBK 125 LTYamaha AS1
Model year19751968
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)
Tires2.50-17 / 2.75-17 -2.50-18

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

Picking between the MBK 125 LT and the Yamaha AS1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MBK 125 LT 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: