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MT-125 vs CB125R

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Yamaha MT-125
Ex-showroom

₹120,000 - ₹1,400,000

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Honda CB125R
Ex-showroom

₹75,000 - ₹110,000

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Value check

Start with price: Yamaha MT-125 at ₹120,000 - ₹1,400,000; Honda CB125R at ₹75,000 - ₹110,000.

Body style

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Powertrain

Use the detailed specifications below to compare performance and efficiency values.

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Starting Price

Different

Yamaha MT-125

₹120,000 - ₹1,400,000

Honda CB125R

₹75,000 - ₹110,000

Power

Yamaha MT-125

14.7 HP @ 10,000 rpm

Honda CB125R

14.7 HP @ 10,000 rpm

Torque

Different

Yamaha MT-125

11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm

Honda CB125R

11.6 Nm @ 8,000 rpm

Mileage / Range

Different

Yamaha MT-125

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

Honda CB125R

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

Length

Yamaha MT-125

1960 mm

Honda CB125R

2015 mm

Width

Yamaha MT-125

800 mm

Honda CB125R

820 mm

Ground Clearance

Yamaha MT-125

160 mm

Honda CB125R

140 mm

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Yamaha MT-125

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Honda CB125R

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Detailed Specifications

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

Total specs

96

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Other Features

30 differences in this category

Other Features
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Ground Clearance

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

160 mm

Honda CB125R

140 mm

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Honda CB125R

Yes

Build Quality

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

*****

Honda CB125R

****

Bore

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

52 mm

Honda CB125R

57.3 mm

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

41mm Upside-Down Telescopic Forks

Honda CB125R

41mm SFF-BP USD Forks

Final transmission

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Chain

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Official Tagline

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

Darkness is the Next Level

Honda CB125R

Stripped for the Street

India Launch Update

Other Features

Same

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.

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Design

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

****

Honda CB125R

*****

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

140/70-17 M/C 66S

Honda CB125R

150/60-R17 M/C 66H

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Honda CB125R

Yes

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

110 mm

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Clutch

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

Wet, Multiple Disc

Honda CB125R

Wet, Multiplate with Coil Springs

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Honda CB125R

Yes

Trip Meter

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Digital

Honda CB125R

Digital

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

Yamaha MT-125

Honda CB125R

Honda CB125R

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

142 kg

Honda CB125R

130 kg

Traction Control System

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Performance

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

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

Honda CB125R

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

Ignition

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

TCI (Transistor Controlled Igniter)

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Pillion Grabrail

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Honda CB125R

Yes

Similar Bikes

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

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

Honda CB125R

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

Front Tyre

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

100/80-17 M/C 52S

Honda CB125R

110/70-R17 M/C 54H

ABS Light

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Honda CB125R

Yes

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Honda CB125R

Yes

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

130 mm

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Number of Gears

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

6

Honda CB125R

6

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Honda CB125R

Yes

Tachometer

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Digital

Honda CB125R

Digital

Emission (Co2)

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

48 g/km

Honda CB125R

50 g/km

Tail Light

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

LED

Honda CB125R

LED

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

17-inch

Honda CB125R

17M/C x MT4.00

Top Speed

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

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

Honda CB125R

Honda CB125R top speed is 120 kmph (approximate).

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Honda CB125R

Yes

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

Icon Blue, Tech Black, Storm Fluo

Honda CB125R

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

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

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

Honda CB125R

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

Odometer

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Digital

Honda CB125R

Digital

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

11.2 : 1

Honda CB125R

11.3:1

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

1325 mm

Honda CB125R

1345 mm

Wheel Type

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Alloys

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

Diamond

Honda CB125R

Steel Dimond Frame

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

1

Honda CB125R

1

Battery Type

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

Maintenance Free

Honda CB125R

YTZ6V MF

Front Wheel

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

17-inch

Honda CB125R

17M/C x MT3.00

Turn Signal Light (Rear)

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

LED

Honda CB125R

LED

Trail

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

95 mm

Honda CB125R

90.2 mm

Lubrication

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Wet Sump

Honda CB125R

Not listed

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Naked

Honda CB125R

Naked

Clock

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Digital

Honda CB125R

Digital

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Upcoming

Honda CB125R

Upcoming

Value for Money

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

****

Honda CB125R

****

Stroke

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

58.7 mm

Honda CB125R

48.4 mm

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

Swingarm, (Link Type Suspension)

Honda CB125R

Single-Damper with Preload Adjustment (Monoshock)

Emission Norms

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

BS6 Phase 2

Honda CB125R

BS6-Compliant

Gearbox Type

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Constant Mesh

Honda CB125R

Not listed

Head Light

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

LED

Honda CB125R

LED

ABS

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Honda CB125R

2-Channel ABS

Turn Signal Light (Front)

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

LED

Honda CB125R

LED

Caster

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

26º

Honda CB125R

24.2º

Cooling

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Liquid Cooling

Honda CB125R

Liquid Cooling

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Yes

Honda CB125R

Yes

Speedometer

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Digital

Honda CB125R

Digital

Braking System

Other Features

Different

Yamaha MT-125

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Honda CB125R

2-Channel ABS

Final Drive

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Honda CB125R

Chain

Security System

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Honda CB125R

HISS

0-100 kmph

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Honda CB125R

14 secs

Gear Indicator

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Honda CB125R

Yes

Alternator

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Honda CB125R

250W/5000rpm

Capacity

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Honda CB125R

5Ah

Voltage

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Honda CB125R

12V

Turning Circle

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Honda CB125R

2.3 mtr

Valve System

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Honda CB125R

DOHC

RPM/Gear Display

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Honda CB125R

Yes

Wheel Size

Other Features

Same

Yamaha MT-125

Not listed

Honda CB125R

17-inch

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MT-125 vs CB125R

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

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

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

Based on the available data, Yamaha MT-125 is listed with ₹120,000 - ₹1,400,000, while Honda CB125R is listed with ₹75,000 - ₹110,000. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

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

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Can I compare similar alternatives to Yamaha MT-125 and Honda CB125R?

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