Yamaha Cygnus X SR vs Honda Wave 125 Alpha (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Cygnus X SRstacks up against the Honda Wave 125 Alpha. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha Cygnus X SRHonda Wave 125 Alpha
Model year20152015
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower11 hp9 hp
Torque9 Nm10 Nm
Weight112 kg101 kg
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L1.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic, ventilated
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/70-12 / 120/70-12 2.50-17 / 2.75-17

Yamaha Cygnus X SR vs Honda Wave 125 Alpha — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Cygnus X SR and the Honda Wave 125 Alpha usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Cygnus X SR brings 11 hp in a 112 kg package, while the Honda Wave 125 Alpha counters with 9 hp at 101 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: