Motocross Bikes
2027Yamaha YZ125 Monster Energy
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The 2027 Yamaha YZ125 Monster Energy Edition is Yamaha's 125cc two-stroke motocrosser in Monster Energy Yamaha Racing graphics, with the standard bike's liquid-cooled reed-valve engine, Keihin PWK38S carburetor, 6-speed gearbox and a claimed 212 lb wet weight. US MSRP is $7,399.
- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, two-stroke
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Dry weight
- 86.2 kg
- Seat height
- 980 mm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
What’s new for the 2027 Yamaha YZ125 Monster Energy
vs the 2026| Spec | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Dry weight | — | 86.2 kg (190.0 pounds) |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Built purely for motocross racing and aggressive trail riding, not for commuting, road use, or casual leisure riding.
- Built for
- A raw, high-revving 2-stroke racer that rewards precise clutch and throttle control with explosive acceleration and razor-sharp handling on dirt.
- Not ideal for
- Not for beginners, road riders, passengers, or anyone wanting comfort, storage, or long-distance capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
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- Capacity
- 125.0 ccm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, two-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1740 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 54.0 x 54.5 mm
- Compression
- 10.1:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Kick
- Ignition
- CDI
- Lubrication system
- Premix
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
- Clutch
- Multiplate wet clutch
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1445 mm
- Overall length
- 2135 mm
- Overall width
- 825 mm
- Overall height
- 1295 mm
- Seat height
- 980 mm
- Dry weight
- 86.2 kg
- Wet weight
- 96.2 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 6.80 litres
- Ground clearance
- 365 mm
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Aluminum semi-double cradle
- Front suspension
- KYB® Speed-Sensitive System inverted fork; fully adjustable
- Rear suspension
- KYB® single shock; fully adjustable
- Front wheel travel
- 300 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 315 mm
- Rake (fork angle)
- 26.0°
- Trail
- 109 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic.
- Front brakes diameter
- 270 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc. Hydraulic.
- Rear brakes diameter
- 245 mm
- Front tyre
- 80/100-21
- Rear tyre
- 100/90-19
Maintenance
- Oil capacity
- 0.70 litres
Other
- Comments
- Monster Energy Yamaha Racing edition graphics.
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 | 2022 | 2023 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | — | 86 kg |
| Seat height | 980 mm | 980 mm | 980 mm | 980 mm | 980 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 6.8 L | 6.8 L | 6.8 L | 6.8 L | 6.8 L |
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 YZ125 Monster Energy?
The 2027 Yamaha YZ125 Monster Energy has a Capacity of 125.0 ccm (7.63 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Yamaha YZ125 Monster Energy have?
The 2027 Yamaha YZ125 Monster Energy has a Power of 15.0 HP (11.0 kW).
How many gears does the Yamaha YZ125 Monster Energy have?
The 2027 Yamaha YZ125 Monster Energy has a Gearbox of 6-speed.
How much does the Yamaha YZ125 Monster Energy weigh?
The 2027 Yamaha YZ125 Monster Energy has a Dry weight of 86.2 kg (190.0 pounds).
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