Yamaha YZ 125 Monster Energy Racing Edition vs Honda Trail 125 (2025)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha YZ 125 Monster Energy Racing Editionstacks up against the Honda Trail 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha YZ 125 Monster Energy Racing EditionHonda Trail 125
Model year20252025
Price$4,099
Engine125 cc125 cc
Weight95 kg116 kg
Seat height800 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual / Automatic Clutch
Front brakesHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesDrum
TiresBridgestone® X20F 80/100 R21 / Bridgestone® X20 100/90 R19IRC GP-5: 80/90-17 M/C 44P / IRC GP-5: 80/90-17 M/C 50P

Yamaha YZ 125 Monster Energy Racing Edition vs Honda Trail 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha YZ 125 Monster Energy Racing Edition and the Honda Trail 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha YZ 125 Monster Energy Racing Edition brings its published horsepower in a 95 kg package, while the Honda Trail 125 counters with its own power figure 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: