Yamaha MT-125

Expert Review by Maxabout

Yamaha Moto Corporation is one of the largest and oldest manufacturer of motorcycles. The company has unveiled a new stunning commuter 'Yamaha MT-125' in Europe and is speculated to be available in the Indian market by the mid of 2015. Basically, Yamaha MT-125 is a naked type bike which gives a street-fighter look and shares most of the technical specs with the YZF-R125.

Key Facts

• Radical new naked 125cc bike
• MT family DNA gives a serious 'full-size' bike loo
• Streetfighter style
• Sporty, upright riding position for everyday fun
• Deltabox frame and monoshock rear suspension
• 125cc single cylinder liquid-cooled 4-stroke
• YZF-R125 platform with high-end components
• 41mm diameter upside down front forks
• 292mm floating front disc with radial caliper
• Lightweight race-style Y-spoke wheels
• High-tech LED instrumentpanel
• Short tail end with LED taillight

Design and Style

The MT-125 is based on the same platform on which its elder brother Yamaha YZF-R125 is made. The bike has got new remarkable updates which includes a new tank design, minimum body work, revised steering angle, new footrests and low seating that allows a more upright riding position. Moreover, it is designed using the Steel Delta Box chassis and the naked street-bike styling makes it an eye catcher wherever it goes. The low and angular head lamp with LED day-lights, tapered handlebars with large aluminum clamps makes it an aggressive ergonomics. The thin spoke 17-inch alloy wheels serves as icing on a cake.

Dimensions, Weight and Fuel tank Capacity

The MT-125 has a length of 1955 mm, width of 740 mm and height of 1040 mm as its dimensions along with a weight of 138 Kgs. The bike has a good fuel tank capacity of 11.50-litres.

Instrument Console

Yamaha MT-125 features a fully digital LCD instrument console which includes speedometer, dual trip-meters, tachometer and a fuel gauge. There is an added convenience of low fuel, low oil and low battery indicators.

Engine and Gearbox

The bike is equipped with a 124.7cc, 4-stroke, mono cylinder, liquid-cooled, SOHC engine which can generate a peak power of 14.8 bhp at 9000 rpm and a peak torque of 12.4 Nm at 8000 rpm. The engine would be mated with a six speed manual gearbox.

Brakes and Suspension

The MT-125 has a 292 mm hydraulic single disc brake at the front and 230 mm hydraulic single disc brake at the rear. On the other side, the suspension system comprises of 41 mm upside down telescopic fork at the front and linked mono-shock with spring preload adjustment at the rear which confirms a stress free and comfortable ride.

Tyre size

Yamaha MT-125 has a front tyre of 100/80-17 inch and a rear tyre of 130/70-17 inch that is specially designed to improve the grip of bike on road surfaces and offers a greater stability while handling.

Ride and Handling

The MT-125 has an extended wheelbase of 1355 mm for a safer and pleasant  ride. The commuter will have a good hold on roads, thanks to its flawless suspensions. The bike can have a high ground clearance of 140 mm which will protect the under body from damages. Yamaha MT-125 feels quite fast and sharp around edges.

Shades

The bike is expected to be available in three vibrant color options: Anodized Red, Matt Grey and Race Blu.

Price

The expected price of this amazing commuter is around INR 80,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi) may vary.

Visual Comparison

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