Suzuki DS 125 vs Yamaha DT 125 MX (1979)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DS 125Yamaha DT 125 MX
Model year19791978
Price
Engine123 cc123 cc
Horsepower14 hp
Torque2 Nm
Weight93 kg95 kg
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity2.1 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Suzuki DS 125 vs Yamaha DT 125 MX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DS 125 and the Yamaha DT 125 MX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DS 125 brings its published horsepower in a 93 kg package, while the Yamaha DT 125 MX counters with 14 hp at 95 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: