Yamaha DT 125 MX vs Puch 125 GS (1978)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT 125 MXPuch 125 GS
Model year19781975
Price
Engine123 cc123 cc
Horsepower14 hp14 hp
Torque2 Nm
Weight95 kg
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires3.00-21 / 3.50-18

Yamaha DT 125 MX vs Puch 125 GS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DT 125 MX and the Puch 125 GS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT 125 MX brings 14 hp in a 95 kg package, while the Puch 125 GS counters with 14 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: