Yamaha DT 125 RE vs Suzuki DR-Z125 (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha DT 125 REstacks up against the Suzuki DR-Z125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha DT 125 RESuzuki DR-Z125
Model year20072022
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower15 hp
Torque13 Nm
Weight116 kg
Seat height36 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.8 L1.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires80/90-21 / 110/80-18 70/100-17 / 90/100-14

Yamaha DT 125 RE vs Suzuki DR-Z125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha DT 125 RE and the Suzuki DR-Z125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha DT 125 RE brings 15 hp in a 116 kg package, while the Suzuki DR-Z125 counters with its own power figure.

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: