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 brakes—Single disc
Rear brakes—Single 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: