For the 2012 model year, the Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary motorcycle has a listed wet/running weight of 304.2 lb (138 kg).
Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary weight overview
This sits in a fairly light weight range. That does not guarantee easy handling, but it reduces the sheer mass you have to manage at a stop.
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How heavy is the Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary?
wet weight
Using a model-level wet weight comparison, the Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary is lighter than about 65% of 197 Yamaha motorcycles with compatible weight data.
Ready-to-ride weight
Bike + rider total weight
These totals use the model’s representative wet weight. They exclude riding gear, luggage and a passenger.
Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary weight & related specs
| Model years covered | 2012 |
|---|---|
| Wet / running weight | 304.2 lb (138 kg) |
| Engine displacement | 124.7 cc |
| Torque | 9 lb-ft (12.2 Nm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.65 US gal (13.8 L) |
| Full-tank fuel weight (estimated) | 22.7 lb (10.3 kg) |
Useful weight calculations
| Torque per 100 lb | 2.96 lb-ft / 100 lb |
|---|---|
| Displacement per pound | 0.41 cc / lb |
| Weight per 100 cc | 244 lb / 100 cc |
| Fuel weight as % of bike weight | 7.5% |
What the weight numbers tell you
Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary weight FAQ
How heavy is the Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary ready to ride?
Listed ready-to-ride weight is 304.2 lb (138 kg).
Is the Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary heavy compared with other Yamaha motorcycles?
It sits fairly close to the middle of the category. Its representative wet weight is around the 35th percentile among 197 compatible Yamaha motorcycles.
How much does the Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary fuel weigh?
The listed tank capacity is 3.65 US gal (13.8 L). Using approximately 0.745 kg/L gasoline, a full tank is roughly 22.7 lb (10.3 kg). That is an estimate for fuel mass, not an official Yamaha curb-weight calculation.
How heavy is the Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary with an average-size rider?
A 180 lb rider brings the simple bike-plus-rider total to roughly 484.2 lb (219.6 kg) using the representative wet/running figure. Gear and luggage would add more.
What is the Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary torque-to-weight ratio?
The calculated torque-to-weight range is 2.96 lb-ft per 100 lb. It is useful for comparing bikes with very different overall weights.
How large is the Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary engine for its weight?
Engine displacement relative to bike weight is 0.41 cc per lb. It can help compare motorcycles from very different displacement classes without relying on cc alone.
Is the Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary above or below the typical Yamaha motorcycle weight?
The model sits about 70.8 lb (32.1 kg) lighter than the compatible median Yamaha motorcycle weight used on this page.
Will the Yamaha YZF-R125 WGP 50th Anniversary feel heavy at low speed?
It is most likely to feel heavy while stopped, backing up or on a slope rather than once settled at normal riding speed. Seat height and center of gravity matter a lot.
Motorcycle specifications can vary by model year, market, equipment and the exact dry/curb-weight definition. Calculated fuel-weight and ratio figures on this page are estimates derived from the supplied specifications. Confirm critical figures in the owner’s manual or on the official Yamaha Motorsports website.