Yamaha YZF-R125 (2008-current)

Had a YZF for around a year and used it to commute on 5 days a week. Having covered 9000 miles its very reliable with no breakdowns, the only downside is the chain, with it being a smaller bike I needed to replace it at 7500miles along with the sprockets and I needed to adjust the chain every 500miles which was an inconvenience. The turning circle was laughable but that's too be expected on a sports bike. Compared to the competition I am glad I chose this one, and at second hand prices it was a bargain for around £2300. Great display, looks and brakes. Highly recommended bike for the newbies. With more top end power & speed it would be perfect. It was my pride and joy until a taxi decided to pull out in front of me, its not that he didn't see me, he didn't even bother to look!

you cannot fault this bike its every teenagers dream its reliable it looks great handles like a big bike and so what the price is £4000 i was happy to pay that. alot more confident on that then a skinny cbr 125 fuel on a full tank is more like 250 not 150mpg 0-60 ive had in 7 secs and top end on the tank ive done 86mph thats all standard apart from a double bubble screen by puig due to recieve the scorpion can in carbon at £350 but improves bhp by 5bhp haha and is alot lighter then standard can really mean this but il keep this bike till the day i die it really is special and even when i do get another bike 600 wise il still have fun from time to time on this =]

As a 6' 16 stone 38 yr old I was surprised just how good this bike feeels to ride. Lacks bit of power after 50 mph but will make 75 even with me on it. The only trouble is you forget it is only a 125 and will soon be wanting a bigger engine. Bike size is good tho and you don't look like the proverbial swan on a ducks back. Mpg is excellent and would say more like 250 miles from a tank not 150 as stated

Had this bike for around 5 months now and loving it so far. I want to get a big bike in the future so thought it best to learn on a smaller 125cc before wasting money on something i might not ever use or end up wanting. Bought brand new and love the thing from day one. Its great for city riding, back roads country lanes and dual carriage ways, and i get so many looks cos people believe it to be a r6 on first sight. The bike is perfect for anyone wanting practice on smaller sport bike and it is great on fuel and parts. Cant sing this bikes praises enough and hopefully it will teach me more about riding before i move onto a bigger bike. A must for anyone young or old who wants to start off on a sports bike.

I am 6 foot and 15 stone I owned this bike for 3 months an 4500 miles. It is a very good 125 it is fun looks great and attracts quite a bit of attention. It managed between 95-100 mpg it reached 65mph easily then gradually built up to 75mph. I used the bike regualrly to do my commute of 60 miles daily on mainly A roads. I eventually got fed up of having to plan my overtaking moves so far in advance. In my opinion this is a great everyday bike though is it really worth the hefty price tag?

I have owned mine for three months now, use it everyday to and from work just clocked 3K miles. Firstly I am getting 300 miles out of every tank of fuel, I calculate that as 100MPG not the 50 quoted. My insurance full comp is approx £150 and with the road tax at £15 a year this is a great little toy thats also cheap to run. Im 5'8" and the bike was a bit high when new but now the rear spring has settled I have no problem with the height. This bike is definately recomended and everyone wants a second look even the boys on the R6's n R1's even if it is just to double check the 125 sticker. I used to own a TZR125 and this is right up along side it for fun. It is much more civilised than a 2 stroke pulling from 30 in 5th right up through the revs, I know my TZR wouldnt of done that.

overall:right put this why i park my bike up by the shops .sudnley gye pops out asking me loads things about it......that alone is anth to make u want this bike. ride and handling:lmao 1 word amazing lmao equipment:amazing clock...also at night time woooot like a disco<3 quality and reliabilty:okies i rag the tits of my bike allways switching gear befor redline never broke down never neeeded oil topping up nothing ...gotta be best ov the best value:125cc 3400 pounds now i payed 3000 new yellow 1 ....bargin to me also stil cheap imo now engine:best 4 stroke 125cc in its class nothing will beat it if its 4 stroke sound it makes is lovley ....iv done 10.000miles on my yzf r125 best engine no lies just like to say my true top speed is 84mph on the clock no lieing no bsing its true little 4 stroke engine is basicly bullet proof best bike iv owned....sorry about spelling grammer but cuz iv done 10.000 miles on it i feel i hav right to submit my review

I can't really compare this to other bikes as it's the first I've owned - but I do know a fair bit about two wheelers and I can recommend this. My R125 is now past a first service and handles extremely well - it'll also burn off most cars from the lights. I've had no problems whatsoever other than user error, though it definitely does feel skittish in the wet if you haven't worn in the tyres and brakes (you definitely want to do this on any new bike). I've had it up to 75mph and I'm quite satisfied that I'd be able to get the full 85mph out of it, perhaps whether you'd want to is another question. Suspension at first appears quite firm until you get used to it, though remember the R125 has a 'supersports' shape. This means it's designed to have a very high seat (may cause problems for anyone below 5 foot 6) and you'll be wringing your wrists at the lights. However, you'll look extremely cool when speeding along. First gear I don't find short, I do find it a bit gutless though. Second gear is great when you get to the 9,000 rpm. Brakes are brembo and are actually quite high spec for a 125 - stopping power (given the acceleration) is very impressive. Don't yank on the front! I got mine for £300 less than the list and I can certainly recommend buying one. I'm looking to fit the new Leo Vince exahust system from Moto GB over winter and I'm looking forward to the boost in the mid range.

as im only 17,it has to be said im not the most expieranced rider in the world.but this bike is just incredible.my 2nd bike and i love it.it copes on the back roads perfectly and although sluggish on hills at times with a head on wind it still keeps up with many cars on the back roads.but that said..its a small 125 engine.what else can be expected?im on L plates so i cant use the motorway but dual carriage ways it manages 70mph and will stay there all day long. off the lights it will beat any car up to a 1.8.tryed and tested up to 40mph! then just forget about it..... if a nippy,reliable and econimical bike is what your after....buy this...if you want the opposite but more speed.....the aprilia rs125 is for you... ive had this bike since februaray and mine has not posed any rust threats on the frame or exhaust and mine has done 8000 miles. the petrol range up there ^ ^ ^is wrong.if your sensible e.g not caining it then you will cover 247 on a full tank. ( with the fuel indicator flashing ) thats rare but even when caining it i still manage 207 miles on a full tank. its got the big bike look,the nice engine note at 8000rpm and a town friendly clutch making it easier to crawl around town this bike turns heads...even in kirby lonsdale! hope this helps future buyers!

Got this bike october last year. Loved it ever since... overall i coulden't ask for more in a first bike. Handelling great. this thing is SO easy to ride! having past my cbt to this i loved it. I have had some rust on my exhaust but this is the same with them all i heard. saying that i've rode this bike in al weather conditions and its always came through for me! This looks like a big bike... i've had people asking me if it was a r6! the only thing i would change style wise would be to give it upside down forks. not something it need but i think would go towards the "big bike" looks. Engine... wot can i say?its only a small 125. this engine was designed to meet CBT restrictions IT WILL NOT GO FASTER like old aprillia 2 strokes and the like! it can't be deristricted! saying that i'ma lot quicker off the mark than any of my mates cars. Great town bike. finds it hard on roads above 60 tho... i tend to burn the fuel on motorway travel so best to avoid it!