Yamaha DT 125 R vs Suzuki DR 125 SE (2002)

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

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT 125 RSuzuki DR 125 SE
Model year20022001
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower14 hp12 hp
Torque14 Nm
Weight116 kg114 kg
Seat height35 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc

Yamaha DT 125 R vs Suzuki DR 125 SE — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DT 125 R and the Suzuki DR 125 SE usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT 125 R brings 14 hp in a 116 kg package, while the Suzuki DR 125 SE counters with 12 hp at 114 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: