Veli VL125GY-S vs Suzuki DR-Z125 (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Veli VL125GY-Sstacks up against the Suzuki DR-Z125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVeli VL125GY-SSuzuki DR-Z125
Model year20072022
Price——
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower7 hp—
Torque8 Nm—
Weight48 kg—
Seat height—31 mm
Fuel capacity—1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires—70/100-17 / 90/100-14

Veli VL125GY-S vs Suzuki DR-Z125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Veli VL125GY-S and the Suzuki DR-Z125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Veli VL125GY-S brings 7 hp in a 48 kg package, while the Suzuki DR-Z125 counters with its own power figure.

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: