Yamaha DT 125 LC vs Yamaha DT 125 MX (1984)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT 125 LCYamaha DT 125 MX
Model year19841978
Price
Engine123 cc123 cc
Horsepower16 hp14 hp
Torque2 Nm
Weight95 kg
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-21 / 4.10-18

Yamaha DT 125 LC vs Yamaha DT 125 MX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DT 125 LC and the Yamaha DT 125 MX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT 125 LC brings 16 hp, 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: