Enduro Bikes
1983Yamaha DT 125 LC
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The 1983 Yamaha DT 125 LC is a lightweight dual-sport machine ideal for novice and budget-conscious riders. Its liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine delivers reliable 16 horsepower with manageable handling, making it perfect for commuting and light trail riding. The model is best known for its practical simplicity, fuel efficiency and accessible entry point into dual-sport motorcycling.
- Capacity
- 123.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 108.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 16.0 HP (11.8 kW) @ 7000 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built for trail riding, green laning, and lightweight commuting rather than outright speed or highway cruising.
- Built for
- A classic 1980s two-stroke enduro that rewards playful, momentum-based riding with a buzzy, eager engine.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting sustained high-speed motorway travel, long-distance touring comfort, or carrying a passenger regularly.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 123.0 ccm
- Power
- 16.0 HP (11.8 kW) @ 7000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1481 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 56.0 x 50.0 mm
- Compression
- 7.2:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 109.0 km/h (67.7 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Expanding brake
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Front tyre
- 2.75-21
- Rear tyre
- 4.10-18
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 | 1982 | 1983 | 1984 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 123 cc | 123 cc | 123 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 9 L | 9 L | 9 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha DT 125 LC?
The 1983 Yamaha DT 125 LC has a Capacity of 123.0 ccm (7.51 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha DT 125 LC have?
The 1983 Yamaha DT 125 LC has a Power of 16.0 HP (11.8 kW) @ 7000 RPM.
How many gears does the Yamaha DT 125 LC have?
The 1983 Yamaha DT 125 LC has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Yamaha DT 125 LC weigh?
The 1983 Yamaha DT 125 LC has a Wet weight of 108.0 kg (238.1 pounds).
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