Supermotos

2009Yamaha XT125X

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The 2009 Yamaha XT125X is a lightweight supermoto suited for beginner and commuter riders seeking an affordable, nimble urban motorcycle. Powered by a simple 124cc single-cylinder engine, it excels in city navigation and tight handling. Known for reliability and low running costs, it's an ideal entry-level platform for riders developing fundamental skills.

Capacity: 124.0 ccm
Engine: Single, four-stroke
Gearbox: 5-speed
Dry weight: 106.0 kg
Seat height: 860 mm
Power: 9.8 HP (7.2 kW)

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What’s new for the 2009 Yamaha XT125X

vs the 2008

Spec	2008	2009
Power	9.8 HP (7.2 kW) @ 8500 RPM	9.8 HP (7.2 kW)
Torque	9.5 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 7.0 ft.lbs)	10.1 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 7.4 ft.lbs)
Seat height	830 mm (32.7 inches)	860 mm (33.9 inches)
Fuel capacity	10.00 litres (2.64 US gallons)	9.00 litres (2.38 US gallons)
Front suspension	Hydraulic telescopic forks	Telescopic forks
Rear suspension	Monocross	Swingarm

Other years 2008 2009

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested

Off-road & trail25%

Cornering75%

City riding85%

Daily riding65%

Touring20%

Two-up20%

Track25%

Best for: Built for light, nimble urban commuting and playful low-speed cornering rather than outright performance.
Built for: A small, sprightly single-cylinder machine that rewards flickable handling over raw speed.
Not ideal for: This is not the bike for highway touring, carrying a passenger comfortably, or riders seeking strong acceleration.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

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Your height

Inseam (optional)

Units

At 860mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with tip-toe one foot on the 2009 Yamaha XT125X, with a relaxed knee angle of around 130 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine

Capacity: 124.0 ccm
Power: 9.8 HP (7.2 kW)
Torque: 10.1 Nm (1.0 kgf-m)
Engine type: Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio: 0.0925 HP/kg
Bore x stroke: 54.0 x 54.0 mm
Compression: 10.0:1
Cooling system: Air
Fuel system: Carburettor
Starting: Electric
Ignition: CDI
Lubrication system: Wet sump

Transmission

Gearbox: 5-speed
Transmission type: Manual
Final drive: Chain
Clutch: Wet, multiple disc

Dimensions & weight

Wheelbase: 1335 mm
Overall length: 2050 mm
Overall width: 800 mm
Overall height: 1130 mm
Seat height: 860 mm
Dry weight: 106.0 kg
Wet weight: 120.0 kg
Fuel capacity: 9.00 litres
Ground clearance: 190 mm
Oil capacity: 1.20 litres

Chassis & suspension

Front suspension: Telescopic forks
Rear suspension: Swingarm
Front wheel travel: 175 mm
Rear wheel travel: 190 mm
Trail: 78 mm

Brakes & wheels

Front brakes: Single disc
Front brakes diameter: 260 mm
Rear brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes diameter: 220 mm
Front tyre: 100/80-S17
Rear tyre: 130/70-S17

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted

Specification	2008	2009
Capacity	124.00 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)	124.00 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Dry weight	106.0 kg (233.7 pounds)	—
Seat height	830 mm (32.7 inches)	860 mm (33.9 inches)
Fuel capacity	10.00 litres (2.64 gallons)	9.00 litres (2.38 gallons)