2023 Yamaha R125 Revealed: Baby R Wants To Follow In The R1’s Footsteps
It may be the smallest ‘R’ in Yamaha’s lineup, but it’s packing some serious heat
The 2023 Yamaha R125 has broken cover and the update is significant. Yamaha has taken the smallest R-series supersport in its lineup and given it the same treatment as we have seen on the latest R15 V4. Which means, it looks like a scaled-down R7, packs better tech, and minor improvements here and there make it an evolution over the outgoing model.
Here’s a quick glance at what’s new:
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New R-Series design.
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New R7-inspired, bi-functional LED headlight and LED DRLs.
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New 5-inch TFT instrument cluster with switchable themes.
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New programmable shift-light and RPM range (why doesn’t the R15 V4 get this?).
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Bluetooth connectivity.
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Traction control system.
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R1-inspired triple clamp and handlebar switches.
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Comes pre-wired for a quickshifter system.
While India may never get to experience the R125, the R15 has been revered for over a decade because it continues to set new benchmarks in small capacity performance biking. The R15 V4 has been nothing short of impressive and Yamaha’s ability to continually evolve these pocket rockets is astounding. That said, does traction control on a 125cc supersport feel a bit of an overkill?
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If the R15 V4 is anything to go by, the 2023 R125 will be a hoot, no doubt about that! The motorcycle is said to hit European markets in the first quarter of next year. Lastly we can expect the TFT display to make its way on to the India-spec R15 V4 some time next year.
Yamaha R15 V4 User Reviews
This bike is very good while daily riding is the main factor as the mileage is very good like 43 kmpl in city traffic and the maintenance cost is very low if you ride the bike properly. Also the road presence particularly of this edition is great. If you wish to look good while getting an optimum performance then you can definitely go for it. In my case this bike is in neat condition without any damages or missing parts. All the services done on time and so the warranty is valid.Read More
It's well maintained bike. It's my dream bike also. I drive in hill stations also and it's and amazing experience, higest mileage claimed in this version, every men's dream is to buy a sport bike. R15 is s asport bike. It gives us a thrill when we drive. Mileage is also good. The design of this bike is excellent. I love this bike.Read More
I had a brother who likes riding this old r15 and I was small and didn't knew any super bikes at all, and this was my first super bike which had all sharpnes at edges, the colour, the speed, it had some personality. Its been amazing bike so far, smooth, light weight. Its top speed is pretty good. It gives good mileage. It is very nice for long rides. Performance of the bike is so good. Suspensions works very well on road. Yes, for sure but take my opinion and explore different bike, It may have something that this bike wouldn't have that charm but you can go for it, if you want sporty look and a good racing bike. Its nice.Read More
I had a brother who likes riding this old r15 and I was small and didn't knew any super bikes at all and this was my first super bike which had all sharpnes at edges, the colour, the speed, it had some personality. Its been amazing by so far, smooth, light weight. Its top speed is pretty good. It gives good mileage. It is very nice for long rides. Performance of the bike is so good. Suspensions works very well on road. Yes for sure but take my opinion and explore different bike, It may have something that this bike wouldn't have that charm but you can go for it if you want sporty look and a good racing bike. Its nice.Read More
The r15 v4 has the old punch while handling the BS6 engine with good aerodynamics and aggressive seating position. Its very easy to reach 140+ with default setting while it was not made for the long drive push, we can try the limits where I've driven around 25,000km in the same bike as well. I love it as my soul.Read More