Japanese automaker Yamaha unveiled its 2021 MT-125 motorcycle in Europe. It is available in three colors: Storm Fluo, Icon Blue and Tech Black. In the UK, the Yamaha MT-125 is priced at £ 4,524 in 2021.
The motorcycle is powered by a Euro 5-compliant 124cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine paired to a 6-speed gearbox with a slipper and assist clutch. Other specifications are the same as the previous model.
Bodywork
Based on a diamond-type frame, the 2021 MT-125 shows off a sporty, semi-faired look with a sloping fuel tank with extensions, stepped-up seats, an upswept exhaust and eye-catching body graphics.
The motorcycle has a digital instrument cluster, LED lighting setup and alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin tires. Its weight is 142 kg and the fuel tank is 11 liters. To ensure the safety of the rider, this motorcycle is equipped with disc brakes on the front and rear wheels along with dual-channel ABS as standard.
Engine
The 2021 Yamaha MT-125 has a Euro 5-compliant 124.7cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The engine generates a maximum power of 14.79 hp at 9,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 12.4 Nm at 8,000 rpm, 69 hp at 10,000 rpm and 11.5 Nm at 8,000 rpm. In addition, it offers a range of 47.6 km / liter.
The suspension tasks of the Yamaha MT-125 2021 are taken over by 41 mm reversible forks on the front and a mono shock absorber unit with aluminum swing arm on the rear.
Specification
Engine Type | Liquid-cooled, SOHC, Single cylinder, 4-stroke |
Displacement | 124 cc |
Bore x Stroke | 52.0 x 58.6 mm |
Compression Ratio | 11.2 : 1 |
Maximum Power | 11.0 kW @ 10,000 rpm |
Maximum Torque | 11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm |
Lubrication System | Wet sump |
Clucth Type | Wet, Multiple Disc |
Ignition System | TCI |
Starter System | Electric |
Transmission System | Constant Mesh, 6-speed |
Final Transmission | Chain |
Fuel Consumption | 2.1 1/100 km |
CO2 Emission | 47 g/km |
Carburettor | Electronic Fuel Injection |
Frame | Diamond |
Caster Angle | 26º |
Trail | 95 mm |
Front Suspension System | Upside-down telescopic fork, Ø41 mm |
Rear Suspension System | Unit Swing |
Front Travel | 130 mm |
Rear Travel | 110 mm |
Front Brake | Hydraulic single disc, Ø 292 mm |
Rear Brake | Hydraulic single disc, Ø 220 mm |
Front Tyre | 100/80-17M/C 52S |
Rear Tyre | 140/70-17M/C 66S |
Overall length | 1.960 mm |
Overall Width | 800 mm |
Overall height | 1.065 mm |
Seat Height | 810 mm |
Wheelbase | 1.325 mm |
Minimum Ground Clearance | 160 mm |
Wet Weight (including full oil and fuel tank) | 142 kg |
Fel Tank Capacity | 11 litrs |
Oil Tank Capacity | 1.05 litres |