Jianshe JS125 GY4 vs Yamaha DT 125 RE (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Jianshe JS125 GY4stacks up against the Yamaha DT 125 RE. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecJianshe JS125 GY4Yamaha DT 125 RE
Model year20082007
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower9 hp15 hp
Torque9 Nm13 Nm
Weight110 kg116 kg
Seat height34 mm36 mm
Fuel capacity1.7 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires80/90-21 / 110/80-18

Jianshe JS125 GY4 vs Yamaha DT 125 RE — which should you buy?

Picking between the Jianshe JS125 GY4 and the Yamaha DT 125 RE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Jianshe JS125 GY4 brings 9 hp in a 110 kg package, while the Yamaha DT 125 RE counters with 15 hp 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: