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Yamaha WR125X - 2016 Specifications and Reviews
The 2016 Yamaha WR125X is a lightweight dual-sport motorcycle designed for beginner and amateur riders seeking reliable off-road and on-road capability. Known for its manageable 137 kg weight, low 920 mm seat height, and 255 mm ground clearance, it excels at trail riding and city commuting. The bike's compact wheelbase and modest 8.5-liter fuel tank make it ideal for short adventures and urban navigation.
General information | |
| Category | Super motard |
| Year | 2016 |
| Model | Yamaha WR125X |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Wet, multipate |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 6-speed |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump |
| Ignition | TCI |
| Fuel control | Single Overhead Cams (SOHC) |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x Stroke | 52.0 x 58.6 mm (2.0 x 2.3 inches) |
| Compression | 11.2:1 |
| Torque | 12.20 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 9.0 ft.lbs) @ 8000 RPM |
| Power | 15.00 HP (10.9 kW) @ 9000 RPM |
| Engine details | Forward-inclined cylinder |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 124.70 ccm (7.61 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 298 mm (11.7 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre | 140/70-17 |
| Front tyre | 110/70-17 |
| Rear wheel travel | 230 mm (9.1 inches) |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm, link suspension, monoshock |
| Front wheel travel | 210 mm (8.3 inches) |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic forks |
| Trail | 76 mm (3.0 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 25.5° |
| Frame type | Steel double cradle |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Oil capacity | 1.20 litres (0.08 quarts) |
| Fuel capacity | 8.50 litres (2.25 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,430 mm (56.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 255 mm (10.0 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,095 mm (82.5 inches) |
| Overall height | 1,165 mm (45.9 inches) |
| Seat height | 920 mm (36.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 137.0 kg (302.0 pounds) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Starter | Electric |
| Color options | Sports White, Yamaha Black |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
15 hp
Peak Power
14.5s
0-60 mph
Best For
Track35%
City80%
Cornering68%
Daily Riding55%
Touring22%
Passenger25%
Rider Profile
| Best For | Ideal for beginner to novice riders thanks to its low power and light, forgiving nature. |
| Purpose | Built for zipping through city streets and playful cornering rather than outright speed or distance. |
| Rider Fit | Its tall-ish seat height and slim, light chassis suit shorter to average-height riders comfortably, though the supermoto stance means less wind protection. |
| Character | A nimble, flickable street-fighter styled machine that rewards playful, aggressive riding at low to moderate speeds. |
| Not Ideal For | Not suited for highway touring, carrying a passenger long distances, or riders wanting strong outright acceleration. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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