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CB125R vs MT-125

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Honda CB125R

Honda CB125R

Honda

Ex-showroom

₹1.10 L

The certified mileage of Honda CB125R is 45.5 kmpl.
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Yamaha MT-125

Yamaha MT-125

Yamaha

Ex-showroom

₹1.20 L

Yamaha MT-15 mileage is 47.6 kmpl (company-claimed).
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Value check

Start with price: Honda CB125R at ₹1.10 L; Yamaha MT-125 at ₹1.20 L.

Body style

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Powertrain

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Starting Price

Different

Honda CB125R

₹1.10 L

Yamaha MT-125

₹1.20 L

Power

Honda CB125R

14.7 HP @ 10,000 rpm

Yamaha MT-125

14.7 HP @ 10,000 rpm

Torque

Different

Honda CB125R

11.6 Nm @ 8,000 rpm

Yamaha MT-125

11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm

Mileage / Range

Different

Honda CB125R

The certified mileage of Honda CB125R is 45.5 kmpl.

Yamaha MT-125

Yamaha MT-15 mileage is 47.6 kmpl (company-claimed).

Length

Honda CB125R

2015 mm

Yamaha MT-125

1960 mm

Width

Honda CB125R

820 mm

Yamaha MT-125

800 mm

Ground Clearance

Honda CB125R

140 mm

Yamaha MT-125

160 mm

Images

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Honda CB125R

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Yamaha MT-125

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 96 technical specs across 6 categories with 44 highlighted differences.

Total specs

96

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Differences found

44

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Other Features

30 differences in this category

Other Features
74 visible specs
30 differences

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Design

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

*****

Yamaha MT-125

****

Emission (Co2)

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

50 g/km

Yamaha MT-125

48 g/km

Stroke

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

48.4 mm

Yamaha MT-125

58.7 mm

Front Tyre

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

110/70-R17 M/C 54H

Yamaha MT-125

100/80-17 M/C 52S

0-100 kmph

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

14 secs

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Number of Gears

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

6

Yamaha MT-125

6

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

Single-Damper with Preload Adjustment (Monoshock)

Yamaha MT-125

Swingarm, (Link Type Suspension)

Speedometer

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Digital

Yamaha MT-125

Digital

Official Tagline

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

Stripped for the Street

Yamaha MT-125

Darkness is the Next Level

Alternator

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

250W/5000rpm

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Gear Indicator

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Build Quality

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

****

Yamaha MT-125

*****

ABS

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

2-Channel ABS

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Capacity

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

5Ah

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Cooling

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Liquid Cooling

Yamaha MT-125

Liquid Cooling

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Clock

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Digital

Yamaha MT-125

Digital

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

Honda CB125R is expected to be priced around Rs 1.10 lakh in India (ex-showroom).

Yamaha MT-125

Yamaha MT-125 is expected to be priced around Rs 1.20 lakh in India (ex-showroom).

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Naked

Yamaha MT-125

Naked

Bore

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

57.3 mm

Yamaha MT-125

52 mm

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

17M/C x MT4.00

Yamaha MT-125

17-inch

Value for Money

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

****

Yamaha MT-125

****

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

1345 mm

Yamaha MT-125

1325 mm

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

41mm SFF-BP USD Forks

Yamaha MT-125

41mm Upside-Down Telescopic Forks

Emission Norms

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

BS6-Compliant

Yamaha MT-125

BS6 Phase 2

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Battery Type

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

YTZ6V MF

Yamaha MT-125

Maintenance Free

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Voltage

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

12V

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

Mat Gunpowder Black Metallic, Matte Jeans Blue Metallic, Candy Chromosphere Red, Grey

Yamaha MT-125

Icon Blue, Tech Black, Storm Fluo

Turning Circle

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

2.3 mtr

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Odometer

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Digital

Yamaha MT-125

Digital

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Upcoming

Yamaha MT-125

Upcoming

Front Wheel

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

17M/C x MT3.00

Yamaha MT-125

17-inch

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

Steel Dimond Frame

Yamaha MT-125

Diamond

Top Speed

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

Honda CB125R top speed is 120 kmph (approximate).

Yamaha MT-125

Yamaha MT-15 top speed is around 120 kmph (approximate).

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Valve System

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

DOHC

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

RPM/Gear Display

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Similar Bikes

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

KTM Duke 125, KTM RC 125, Yamaha R125, Yamaha MT-125, Kawasaki Z125, Kawasaki Ninja 125

Yamaha MT-125

Kawasaki Z125, KTM Duke 125, Suzuki GSX-S125, Honda CB125R, Aprilia Tuono 125

Wheel Size

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

17-inch

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Trail

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

90.2 mm

Yamaha MT-125

95 mm

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

130 kg

Yamaha MT-125

142 kg

Trip Meter

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Digital

Yamaha MT-125

Digital

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

Honda CB125R

Yamaha MT-125

Yamaha MT-125

Tail Light

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

LED

Yamaha MT-125

LED

Turn Signal Light (Rear)

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

LED

Yamaha MT-125

LED

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

1

Yamaha MT-125

1

Performance

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

In terms of performance, the 125cc street bike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 14 seconds.

Yamaha MT-125

****

Final Drive

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Chain

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Pillion Grabrail

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Braking System

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

2-Channel ABS

Yamaha MT-125

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

ABS Light

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

11.3:1

Yamaha MT-125

11.2 : 1

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

150/60-R17 M/C 66H

Yamaha MT-125

140/70-17 M/C 66S

Caster

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

24.2º

Yamaha MT-125

26º

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

140 mm

Yamaha MT-125

160 mm

Tachometer

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Digital

Yamaha MT-125

Digital

Head Light

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

LED

Yamaha MT-125

LED

Turn Signal Light (Front)

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

LED

Yamaha MT-125

LED

Security System

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

HISS

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Clutch

Other Features

Different

Honda CB125R

Wet, Multiplate with Coil Springs

Yamaha MT-125

Wet, Multiple Disc

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Lubrication

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Yamaha MT-125

Wet Sump

Gearbox Type

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Yamaha MT-125

Constant Mesh

India Launch Update

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Yamaha MT-125

As of now, Yamaha has no official plans to launch the MT-125 in India. If it comes, it would be competing with the likes of KTM Duke 125.

Final transmission

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Yamaha MT-125

Chain

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Yamaha MT-125

110 mm

Traction Control System

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Ignition

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Yamaha MT-125

TCI (Transistor Controlled Igniter)

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Yamaha MT-125

130 mm

Wheel Type

Other Features

Same

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Yamaha MT-125

Alloys
Fuel & Efficiency
7 visible specs
3 differences

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Fuel Gauge

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Honda CB125R

Digital

Yamaha MT-125

Digital

Fuel Type

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Honda CB125R

Petrol

Yamaha MT-125

Petrol

Fuel Consumption Gauge

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Fuel System

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Honda CB125R

PGM-FI Electronic Fuel Injection

Yamaha MT-125

Electronic Fuel Injection

Mileage

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Honda CB125R

The certified mileage of Honda CB125R is 45.5 kmpl.

Yamaha MT-125

Yamaha MT-15 mileage is 47.6 kmpl (company-claimed).

Fuel Tank Capacity

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Honda CB125R

10.1 litres

Yamaha MT-125

10 litres

Fuel Economy

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Honda CB125R

****

Yamaha MT-125

****
Dimensions
4 visible specs
4 differences

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Seat Height

Dimensions

Different

Honda CB125R

816 mm

Yamaha MT-125

810 mm

Overall Height

Dimensions

Different

Honda CB125R

1055 mm

Yamaha MT-125

1065 mm

Overall Width

Dimensions

Different

Honda CB125R

820 mm

Yamaha MT-125

800 mm

Overall Length

Dimensions

Different

Honda CB125R

2015 mm

Yamaha MT-125

1960 mm
Engine & Performance
6 visible specs
4 differences

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Engine Details

Engine & Performance

Different

Honda CB125R

124.9cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, 4-Valve, DOHC Single Cylinder Engine

Yamaha MT-125

125cc, Liquid-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC Engine

Engine Kill Switch

Engine & Performance

Same

Honda CB125R

Yes

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Engine Oil Capacity

Engine & Performance

Different

Honda CB125R

1.5 litres

Yamaha MT-125

1.05 litres

Maximum Torque

Engine & Performance

Different

Honda CB125R

11.6 Nm @ 8,000 rpm

Yamaha MT-125

11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm

Maximum Power

Engine & Performance

Same

Honda CB125R

14.7 HP @ 10,000 rpm

Yamaha MT-125

14.7 HP @ 10,000 rpm

Engine cc (Displacement)

Engine & Performance

Different

Honda CB125R

124.9 cc

Yamaha MT-125

125 cc
Comfort & Convenience
3 visible specs
1 differences

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Features

Comfort & Convenience

Same

Honda CB125R

****

Yamaha MT-125

****

Comfort

Comfort & Convenience

Same

Honda CB125R

****

Yamaha MT-125

****

Key Features

Comfort & Convenience

Different

Honda CB125R

LCD Instrument Display, Full LED Lighting, USD Front Forks, All-Digital Console, Liquid-Cooled Engine, 2-Channel ABS, Excellent Mileage

Yamaha MT-125

Sophisticated Negative LCD Instruments, Dual Slant-Eye Positions LED Headlight, Assist and Slipper Clutch, 125cc EU5 Engine with Variable Valve Actuation, Sporty Deltabox Frame and Aluminium Swingarm, Modern and Aggressive Body Design.
Safety
2 visible specs
2 differences

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Rear Brake

Safety

Different

Honda CB125R

220mm Disc with Hydraulic Single-Piston Brake Caliper

Yamaha MT-125

220mm Hydraulic Single Disc

Front Brake

Safety

Different

Honda CB125R

296mm Disc with Hydraulic Dual-Piston Brake Caliper and Radial Mount Nissin 4-Piston Caliper

Yamaha MT-125

292mm Hydraulic Single Disc

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CB125R vs MT-125

Which is better among Honda CB125R and Yamaha MT-125?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare Honda CB125R and Yamaha MT-125 by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do Honda CB125R and Yamaha MT-125 prices compare?

Based on the available data, Honda CB125R is listed with ₹1.10 L, while Yamaha MT-125 is listed with ₹1.20 L. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

Where can I find detailed specifications for Honda CB125R and Yamaha MT-125?

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