Yamaha MT-125 ABS vs KTM 125 RC PP (2015)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha MT-125 ABSKTM 125 RC PP
Model year20152014
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp15 hp
Torque12 Nm
Weight135 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity3.0 L2.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. ABS.Single disc. Four-pot brake caliper
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. ABS.Single disc. One-pot brake caliper, floating brake
Tires100/80-M17 / 130/70-M17

Yamaha MT-125 ABS vs KTM 125 RC PP — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha MT-125 ABS and the KTM 125 RC PP usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha MT-125 ABS brings 15 hp, while the KTM 125 RC PP counters with 15 hp at 135 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: