Yamaha DT 125 vs Yamaha DT 125 R (2003)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT 125Yamaha DT 125 R
Model year20032002
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower14 hp14 hp
Torque14 Nm14 Nm
Weight116 kg116 kg
Seat height34 mm35 mm
Fuel capacity2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc

Yamaha DT 125 vs Yamaha DT 125 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DT 125 and the Yamaha DT 125 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT 125 brings 14 hp in a 116 kg package, while the Yamaha DT 125 R counters with 14 hp at 116 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: