Enduro Bikes
2027Yamaha WR125R
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The 2027 Yamaha WR125R is a lightweight dual-sport designed for beginner riders and trail enthusiasts seeking an accessible adventure bike. Its compact 125cc liquid-cooled engine and low 34.4-inch seat height make it ideal for shorter riders and those new to motorcycling. Known for excellent maneuverability and fuel efficiency, it excels on mixed terrain and tight trails.
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Wet weight
- 137.9 kg
- Seat height
- 874 mm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's best suited to commuting, trail exploration, and general dual-sport fun rather than outright speed or long-distance touring.
- Built for
- It has the personality of a nimble, playful trail companion, happiest picking through tight streets or unpaved paths rather than chasing top speed.
- Not ideal for
- It's not for riders seeking high-speed highway cruising, heavy touring capability, or carrying a passenger in comfort.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usReliability & safety
Bike Reliability score, safety recalls and owner complaintsBike Reliability
How the score works →11
out of 100Poor
The Yamaha WR125R passed its annual roadworthiness test first time 65.4% of the time, 16.5 points below expected for bikes of the same age and mileage. That beats 11% of models.
This covers every year of the model.
65.4%Passed first time
23.2%Failed outright
11.4%Fixed during test
12,000Typical miles
3,798Tests
Pass rate by miles ridden
All years of this model.
Score by year first registered
8
11
11
11
12
20092010201120122013
Against its rivals · ranks 3 of 5
| # | Model (all years) | Score | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Husqvarna TE125 | 22 Below average | 170 |
| 2 | GAS GAS EC125 | 18 Poor | 162 |
| 3 | Yamaha WR125R | 11 Poor | 3,798 |
| 4 | Aprilia RX 125 | 7 Poor | 1,629 |
| 5 | Rieju Marathon 125 PRO | 6 Poor | 309 |
Rivals are the most-viewed bikes on MotorcycleDB in the same category and engine size, from within three years of this model.
From British annual roadworthiness tests, 2005-2025. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0 (DVSA MOT test data, Great Britain). How Bike Reliability works.
Engine
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
- Torque
- 11.3 Nm (1.2 kgf-m) @ 6500 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1088 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 52.0 x 58.6 mm
- Compression
- 11.2:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- TCI (Transitor Controlled Ignition)
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Wet, multipate
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1430 mm
- Overall length
- 2159 mm
- Overall width
- 841 mm
- Overall height
- 1194 mm
- Seat height
- 874 mm
- Wet weight
- 137.9 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 8.00 litres
- Ground clearance
- 239 mm
- Dry weight
- Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel double cradle
- Front suspension
- Telescopic forks
- Rear suspension
- Swingarm, (link suspension), Monoshock
- Front wheel travel
- 210 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 230 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 27.0°
- Trail
- 117 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic.
- Front brakes diameter
- 240 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/90-21
- Rear tyre
- 110/80-18
Maintenance
- Oil capacity
- 1.20 litres
Other
- Comments
- Returning 2027 model.
Specs last verified against published sources: .
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 | 2009 | 2012 | 2015 | 2017 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Seat height | 930 mm | 860 mm | 930 mm | 930 mm | 874 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 8.5 L | 9 L | 8.5 L | 8.5 L | 8 L |
| Bike Reliability ⓘ | 8 Poor | 11 Poor | Too few tests | Too few tests | Too new |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Yamaha WR125R?
The 2027 Yamaha WR125R has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha WR125R have?
The 2027 Yamaha WR125R has a Power of 15.0 HP (11.0 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha WR125R have?
The 2027 Yamaha WR125R has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
What is the torque of the Yamaha WR125R?
The 2027 Yamaha WR125R has a Torque of 11.3 Nm (1.2 kgf-m or 8.3 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM.
How much does the Yamaha WR125R weigh?
The 2027 Yamaha WR125R has a Wet weight of 137.9 kg (304.0 pounds).
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