2024 Yamaha MT-125 vs SUZUKI GSX-S 125
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Technical score (estimate)
Weighted mix of power, torque, power-to-weight, top speed and lighter weight within this comparison only. Not a real-world verdict — riding style and roads matter.
Usage fit (estimate)
Rough scores for city riding, touring, sporty riding and new riders — mix of specs and bike category. Same caveats as the technical score: traffic, skill and tyres matter.
City / commute
Touring / long rides
Sporty riding
New rider friendly
Seat height (cm)
Figures are as in the database; boots, suspension sag and road surface change how tall the bike feels.
- 2024 Yamaha MT-125 81 cm Tallest seat here
- SUZUKI GSX-S 125 78.5 cm Lowest seat here
Spread in this comparison: about 2.5 cm.
Rough guide: comfortable flat-foot reach often needs inseam roughly in the same ballpark as seat height (varies a lot by ergonomics).
Auto summary from specs
Generated from the numbers in the comparison — not a review.
- Claimed power figures are very close across these bikes.
- Torque figures are very close.
- Weight spans 133 kg (SUZUKI GSX-S 125) to 142 kg (2024 Yamaha MT-125).
- Engine sizes are very close.
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| Specification | Yamaha MT-125 | SUZUKI GSX-S 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | YAMAHA | SUZUKI |
| Model | Yamaha MT-125 | SUZUKI GSX-S 125 |
| Engine size | 125cc | 125cc |
| Power | 15hp | 15hp |
| Torque | 11.2nm. | 11.2nm. |
| Cylinders / valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves | Single cylinder, 4 valves |
| Weight | 142kg | 133kg |
| Front brake | Hydraulic single disc, Ø 292 mm | Twin-piston caliper, 290mm petal disc with ABS |
| Rear brake | Hydraulic single disc, Ø 220 mm | Single-piston caliper, 187mm petal disc with ABS |
| Seat height (cm) | 81cm | 78.5cm |
| Front tyre | 100/80-17M/C 52S Tubeless | 90/80-17M/C 46S |
| Rear tyre | 140/70-17M/C 66S Tubeless | 130/70-17M/C 62S |
| Cooling | Liquid cooling | Liquid cooling |
| Front suspension | Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø41 mm | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm, (Link type suspension) | Link type, coil spring, oil damped |
| Motorcycle type | Naked | Naked |
| Top speed | 127km/h | 130km/h |
| Fuel capacity / consumption | 10 L – 2.1 L/100km | 11 L – 3 L/100km |
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| Parts availability | ||
| Price | $5103 | $4990 |
| Brand price lists | View YAMAHA price list | View SUZUKI price list |
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2024 Yamaha MT-125 vs 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S 125: listed specifications
The 2024 Yamaha MT-125 and 2023 SUZUKI GSX-S 125 are closely matched in peak power and torque, while the GSX-S 125 has a lower listed weight.
Engine displacement
MT-125 and GSX-S 125 have very similar engine displacement (125 cc vs 125 cc).
Peak power
MT-125 and GSX-S 125 have very similar peak power (15 hp vs 15 hp).
Torque
MT-125 and GSX-S 125 have very similar listed torque (11.2 Nm vs 11.2 Nm).
Listed top speed
MT-125 and GSX-S 125 have very similar listed top speeds (127 km/h vs 130 km/h).
Cooling
Both motorcycles are listed as liquid-cooled.
Weight and seat height
GSX-S 125 has a modest listed weight advantage (133 kg vs 142 kg). GSX-S 125 has a lower listed seat height (78.5 cm vs 81 cm).
Conclusion
The measurable differences are therefore concentrated in weight and seat height, while displacement, peak power, torque and listed top speed remain relatively close.
Frequently asked questions
What is the top speed of Yamaha MT-125 vs SUZUKI GSX-S 125?
SUZUKI GSX-S 125 is listed at 130 km/h (81 mph) vs 127 km/h (79 mph) for Yamaha MT-125.
Which has more horsepower, Yamaha MT-125 or SUZUKI GSX-S 125?
Both are rated at 15 hp in our database.
Which is lighter, Yamaha MT-125 or SUZUKI GSX-S 125?
SUZUKI GSX-S 125 is lighter at 133 kg vs 142 kg for Yamaha MT-125.
Which is better, Yamaha MT-125 or SUZUKI GSX-S 125?
It depends on your riding style. Compare top speed, weight, fuel use and price in the table on this page, then vote for the bike you prefer.
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