YAMAHA XSR 125 - The Best Modern 125cc You Can Buy
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- Опубликовано: 10 окт 2022
- A long time since I had ridden a 125 and I wasn’t sure what to expect with this Yamaha XSR 125. I have always loved the look of the 125 and wondered why its bigger brothers and sisters didnt quite of the same charm. Of course it could be simply that this bike is a small bike that looks bigger than it is. It is a rideable size for a rather oversized rider. I had tried to get a ride on one previously but not many dealers have demo bikes (probably due to the usual novice appeal and risk of damage). So glad Orwell got this nearly new one in. Hope you enjoy the video.
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Bought one of these back in February, I'm 51 and it's my first bike. Can't recommend it enough! The looks, the performance (15hp/140mpg), it'll potter around at 30mph and I've had it up to 70mph, plenty about it to keep up with traffic. Yes, it is the pricier end of the 125 market, but if you want a well put together bike with the maximum power allowed for the sector, that looks fantastic, and you plan on hanging onto it for a while, then this is the one 🙂
Marvellous to hear that. That’s the impression I got from it with my short ride. It is the standard all small bikes should meet. 😊 thank you
I second that. had mine since June and covered about 1500 miles since. Great bike.
@@rossbaker77 Had mine since August and already up with you on mileage. Dont forget the interim oil change at 1800 miles.
@@peterrichards7387 had mine since August 28th, put 1250 miles on it, dealership will sort out the oil ect as ive got an excellent service plan
@@tigerfury0209 too am a late starter...53.....I've got more quids than I had at 17, so it makes sense to spend them. ;)
I own this bike in yellow and have had it for 9 months. I intended to move it on pretty quickly for a bigger bike but i have fallen in love with it. I have decided to keep her. The mpgs are unbelievable, i hardly ever fill it up. Added a bar riser and now the ergonomics are fabulous. Im 5'11" (180cm for our European friends) but am longer in the torso. This is an expensive 125 (i paid just over 4k new) but you get what you pay for. For a 125 it does half shift.
If your looking for the best 125 on the market and like the modern classic look, this is the one.
Thanks A 😁 good to know first impressions match long term ownership 😁
This vid is a prime example why your reviews are so good, it about real life bike riding and getting stuck behind cars and vans haha. 👍👍👍 It probably something to do with age, but I get fed up with reviews when they rattle on about power and speed at the expense of everything else.
😊 thank you. It is reality isn’t it.
What a fantastic review. My son has just got his CBT and we know very little about motorbikes but your knowledge shines through. Thank you.
Thanks DA 😁 not everyone gets my style and many think me a buffoon 😂😂 but would like think that my 45 years of riding and racing, breaking and mending, occasionally comes through. 😁 Those that see it seem to know exactly what I am saying, even if it’s hidden in fun and pure enjoyment 😁 thank you 😊 it is a marvellous bike.
@@TAYM Tom has picked himself up a Honda CB125R. I’m super pleased as he bought from an older gentleman who has taken up motorbikes in his 60’s where as Tom is 22.
@@daveanderson70 marvellous 😁
Great review, your enthusiasm is infectious
Thanks AR 😁
What a nice british gentleman. Loved your review sir, cheers from Portugal. Ill definetly have a go on the XSR
I hope you enjoy it as much as I did, just remember it’s a 125 and you will love it. Thank you 😊
I picked up my first 125 motorbike in August 2022 and my choice was between the Honda, Yamaha and KTM 125cc's and I wanted the retro look. It was at this time when I noticed that Yamaha had brought out the Legacy version. What a fantastic looking bike with spoked gold wheels, I had to have one. The XSR125 Legacy cost me £5,500, so £500 more than the standard version and it has a few enhancements over the standard as well (better tyres for one). I can highly recommend this as a first bike. There are also many accessories available but these are not cheap (never are until 3 party manufacturers get on board). Not mentioned in the video, yet very important, is that this bike has VVR (Variable Valve Actuation) for better fuel economy and acceleration in both low-speed and high-speed, ABS (Anti-lock Brake System), 6 gears (1 down, 5 up). Go ahead and check out some reviews on the Legacy, well worth a bit extra.
I will, it is marvellous and like I suggest in the video, the standard all manufacturers should strive to reach😊 thank you
@@TAYM thanks for the return comment and thanks again for an excellent video featuring this great motorbike.
@@peterrichards7387 you are welcome, thank you for watching 😊
My only criticism is not the bike but Yamaha for not selling the heavy duty rear rack for a big top box in Europe like they do in Asia
you can buy a KTM 390 RC for that price D
Marvellous video! Lol. really great down to earth and experienced. 👍
Thank you 😊 It is a really nice little bike and if I were 17 this is the bike I would sell my grandmother for 😂😂😂
I love your unbounded enthusiasm! I’m not in the market for a 125, but should I meet such a punter I’d point them in the direction of your vid. We are so lucky to live in a society with such choice and freedom of travel (unfortunately not universal) that it does the heart good to see this marvellous world celebrated. I take delivery of a Classic 500 today - already Christened Maggie - and a sunny ride beckons this afternoon: no wonder I’m in such a good mood! 😀
Marvellous, I love the 500s so much, such a characterful bike and made more so by their imperfections. Even thought (and continue to do so) of buying another to go with Bertie😊 enjoy your ride on Maggie, it will be splendiferous 😊
What a great review. My boy wants one oc these so I decided to look for a review on RUclips. I'm glad I did, I like your style mate, I think we're around the same age. Subbed and liked. 👍🏻
Thanks MS 😁 they are a marvellous bike and a decent size for a 125😁
@TAYM that's a good thing for him. He's 6'1 and makes Rodney Trotter look fat, so it's probably a good choice for the lad. 😅
@@MegaSkyline69 😂😂
I just picked up a 2010 Honda NT700V. It’s not a bad bike. Having a little fun before winter hits. 👍👍
Marvellous, a bike you can ride right through winter, no problem 😊
Just passed cbt saving ❤ dream bike
Wonderful 😁 congratulations 😁 thanks Lynn 😁
If they did the 300 version of this, would be my perfect bike, currently have the MT03 which is not as pretty, great review/mutter :)
I told you I had a review you might like 😊 marvellous bike😊
Great review and great bike! looking into getting a XSR 125 for commuting after recently renewing my CBT license. I've got a question regarding the gear selector, saying how it's in a different position, is it something that you will need to get used to? or not massively different to a usual gear selector. I'm 5ft 9 and have looked and sat on an XSR, it seems to be perfect, but I didn't pay much attention to the position of the selector which I probably should. Great video though, thank you for the review!
Thanks BE 😁 the selector is very natural 😁 the seating position puts you in just the right place for it 😁
This bike is the best of the kind. I'm under 40, but I feel like I'm 100. So I wise enough to buy this bike. It's weights nothing. It's look good. It's worthy!
Totally agree 😊
People may mock...but ive got one for work and a 700cc honda for weekends. If you like bikes this is perfect for city riding. Cool looking too....and comfy. Lovely...I'm 58 btw
Thanks Gary😁 I don’t think people do any more, especially with this bike, it looks the part and goes so well 😁
I've just bought one for commuting and I've got a hondaNC 700cc for weekends...its a no brainer...so economical and perfect for every day use. 👌
Excellent 😁 I totally agree 😁 thanks GS 😁
We bought one last June as a learner for my lad after flogging the Keeway super light with 150 miles on it because it would not go over 48 mph for a 125 what a joke, he has passed his test now and got a bigger bike, my wife is still learning and will pass soon, but this will not be leaving us, too good a bike, very revvy engine, not slow, stock exhaust has a real nice little growl to it, runs on fresh air easy 120mpg plus, does over the legal speed limit with ease. I can't praise it enough, was going to sell but would regret it, we have a Monkey Bike too its fun gets the looks but the XSR is about the size of full size bike, i was so pleased i then went on to get the new XSR900 for myself for nice days out and about locally-ish as the seats like a scaffold board for comfort, the XSR125 seat is a lot more comfortable and i have had no discomfort in 1-2 hour rides. Once you get to around 7000 rpm it opens up more. Anyone that gets one of these will have some real fun. Its the style for me classic looks. If you are thinking about one , Don't think anymore MCN 2021 125 of the year too, get one.
Perfect 😊 thank you 😊
Was considering getting an Mt 125 as I have the yzf r125 but had a heart attack and want something a bit more upright. Then I came across the xsr legacy and love the look. My only concern is I'm 19stone and not sure if it will keep up speed going uphill with me on it like my yzf does. What's your experience with its power on hills. Thanks
I'm fortunate to own a Yamaha XSR155 and a RE reborn Classic 350 in Bronze and chrome and they are both brilliant bikes, and a struggle to decide which 1 to take out 🤪. Both bikes invoke 2 completely different style of riding here in Indonesia, the Classic I love cruising around the islands and the Yam creates a more aggressive riding style 🤪. The only downside is the suspension which is way too hard and not adjustable! As for the Classic the preload suspension adjustment is frustrating difficult to get at, as well as no gear selector indicator and only 5 gears !
Marvellous, I don’t think any bike is completely perfect but the two you are lucky enough to own are about as close as you could get in there respective class. Bloody marvellous. Thank you 😊
I like the XSR700 looks great too.
Especially in the yellow and black 😊
@@TAYM I like the White black & red 700 model.
Yes! You're right! It's marvelous bike! YAMAHA XSR125 is the one of the 'MOST WANTED' 125cc bike. Unfortunately it's not on sale here in South Korea though. ㅠㅠ
Thank you 😊 that is such a shame, I am surprised it’s not available in SK. Maybe someone will import soon 😁
I think everyone should have a small bike in the garage, it will supprise you how much you use it . 🏍👍👍
Totally agree 😁 thanks Paul 😁
Hi, I really enjoy your videos 👍 I chose Honda Monkey 125cc. So far so good. Reliable, mickey mouse mirrors,conversation starter 🙂
Thanks JB 😁 yes, definitely a conversation point 😁 such marvellous little bikes😁
Nice review thanks. I’m looking to get a 125 and started off looking at Mutts, pretty bikes but unreliable, so I looked at the XSR 125 at the dealer and offered the Heritage and Legacy, nice bikes but I don’t really like any of the colours on offer, it doesn’t matter so I’ll get the tank and guards hydro dipped to whatever takes me fancy at the time.
I do like the XSR 125 and hope to move onto the XSR 900 which is an awesome modern bit of kit with so many features and basically suits me as I don’t want to do wheelies, wheel spins or drifting lol, the comp has various settings to eliminate all that which suits me in my old age.
This XSR is top whack power for me to use on a CBT and I’ll enjoy it no doubt.
Collect mine end on May fingers crossed 👍🍻
That’s marvellous 😁 I am sure you’ll have lots of fun with it and enough power for real life riding 😁 thanks PR 😁
Just watched this - if the YB spends too much time at the menders, this is top of my list! Well done, good vid!
It is a marvellous bike 😁 but marvellousness costs 😁😂😂 they ain’t cheap that’s for sure 😁 thanks RL😁
@@TAYM Just a follow up to my previous comment - the YB IS spending way too much time at the menders.....I bought an XSR ! Surprisingly not much different in performance to the Meteor?
@@RobLittleuk absolutely love the xsr 😁 probably the best 125 I’ve ever ridden 😁
@@TAYM We shall see - hoping it might have a bit of the character of the YB even but my trips will continue on this bike - and the T100 which in many ways is similar to the little bike in terms of how it rides - you don't want to be doing over 70 on the Bonneville for very long, without a screen.
Its marvelous
Definitely 😁 thanks P😁
Great review buddy 👍probably only one of the very few 125's that would fit me (im 6'4'')I've got the new XSR700 and it fits me like a glove and makes me feel a bit of a (middle aged)hooligan!
I think the 700 retains the charm of the 125 but the bigger one (900 or is it a 1000 now) seems to lose something in appearance. Marvellous bike though 😊
@@TAYM yes totally agree with you re the 900...plus the ergonomics on the 900 ( at least for me) made me feel cramped
@@2wheeledwillie395 that’s how I felt on the tracer
Just going through some of the older TAYM Vids ... very entertaining👍
Would have been interesting to make a comparison in terms of speed/ acceleration to the RE 350's as the power/weight
ratio can't be that much different ?
Interesting 🤔 according to various sources on google, the XSR just pips the classic 350 on 0-60 and top speed of 75 😁
@@TAYM Ah right ..I haven't had a chance to test a 350 RE yet but do know how a 125 goes so that tells me what to expect ...cheers. I'm tempted to get a Hunter as a run-around
@@WyreForestBiker I would think the Hunter would be a little quicker as it weighs less. Thanks DJ 😊
Great video. Can i add a back rest for the Pillon?
I would think someone would make one 😁 thanks Drone😁
They are nice. I sat on one. Not ridden but I bet its fun revving it. Loving my monkey . In contrast to the yam it is a very plush ride. 👍
😊 I still need to try one 😊
I am a new follower of your channel sir Greetings from Sweden
Good morning XXL😁 welcome come😊 hope you enjoy 😊
@@TAYM Good morning sir.
@@xxlalbatross3287 😁 new video today which you might find fun 😁 will be up shortly 😊
@@TAYM Yes, I'm looking forward to it.
@@xxlalbatross3287 😂😂😂 not too much I hope, wouldn’t want you to be disappointed 😂😂😂
Hi AYM, liked your video very much. I'd like to know if you found it easy to read the dash in bright sunlight.
Thank you in advance ....
Thanks M 😁 to be honest, I can’t recall any bright light whilst I had it😂😂 but on the plus side, I don’t recall having any problems reading it at the time 🤔
That was a great review of the XSR 125! It does look quite modern retro. And it is evidently overkill for modern roads; all you need is a 100cc 😂😂. At that price it fares poorly against several Royal Anvils, especially the Hunter. The front brake reservoir looks better than the new Norton's though! Wonderful stuff. It would be worth buying the 125 at my age, just to feel like a teenager.
Yes, it does make the REs look very inexpensive but if you haven’t passed your test over here you can only have a 125. I feel for certain if RE built a 125 this is what it would be like. It almost reminds me of what a mini Hunter would be like. 😊
@@TAYM RE seem to like numbers ending in 50 (and sometimes 11), so perhaps there is a RE 150cc thumper on the way. That would be a good addition!
@@GapBahnDirk 😂😂 but for licensing over here it would have to be a 111, which has a certain ring to it 😊
The size is big like you say it's 1inch shorter than the 700 that's the only real difference dimensions wise other than the engine. Good review if nothing else you've earned my like due to the use of the word "splendiferous".
😂😂😂 marvellous 😊 thank you
As this is in same price range as a RE Meteor/Classic 350 which bike would you get?
If I hadn’t passed my test I would obviously go for the Yamaha, but of course the 350 in any other situation 😊
I'm 71 iv had my yamaha blue one iv never had so much fun good gear box breaks I fill it up after 250 miles with V power 99 octane it only took 1.75 gallons that's over 130 miles to gallon rock on
Thanks CG 😁 outstanding motorcycle 😁
£4,550.00 New on the road 😃. Great video good man cheers.
A splendiferous little motorcycle for sure 😊
@Andy - wow, thats a good price. I was quoted £4,999 new thats why I went for the new Legacy which was only £500 extra.
How much 😳 I was going to say that I’ve never had much to do with 125s being that I could just jump onto a 250cc at 16 and happy days but then I remembered that I had a Suzuki GP 125 commuter for a while and my conductor had a TS 125 MZ the Yamaha looks great but over £5,000 for a 16 year old 😳 . Great video TAYM 👍
The price is an issue I agree but I did get it wrong, they are only 4 or there about😊😂 Still a lot if you are 17.
I didn't realise the velocipede came in a 250cc version Jamesy 😆🙃😉
@@icedidi Yes it was V6 😃👍
16yr olds can't ride a 125 in the uk. Have to be 17 to ride a 125
@@JDMz such a shame how the laws change overtime 😊
Marvellous
😁 Thanks Hector 😂😂
just got the legacy black.
the only little things im hearing is the chain needs constant tightening or a new one
the battery dies after 3 months but gets replaced under warranty
and some people like me need to get used to the seat
not everyone has these problems but a few
but its great, handling and looks and a deep low base sound, sounds totally different in the real
Interesting, just watched Rob Little on his xsr, battery trouble, it’s about 3 months old🤔 thanks Steven 😁
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how tall are you and did you eat good for me who is 185 cm?
I am 6ft 2 inches tall which is about 188cm and it was fine for me 😊
brilliant. I remember my 125 days.... Whuuu-da-da-da, Whuuu-da-da-da, Whuuu-da-da-da, Whuuu-da-da-da, check petrol tap. Whuuu-da-da-da Whuuu-da-da-da pfpfppfpfpfp---riiiiiingggg ding ding. Great vid TAYM
😂😂😂😂 marvellous times
Nice bike, but they do a legacy version which looks very retro and is again a great looking 125, don’t need it but still tempted.
Is that the yellow and black one? Marvellous 😊
@@TAYM it only comes in black but has lush spoked wheels and just the right amount of extra “old school” charm.
@@stephennewell6628 sounds marvellous 😊
@stephen Newell - get one its great, I did and I love it.
When it will comes to Philippines
Great review 🙂 if you search for Yamaha xsr 125 configurator, you can choose your accessories from the list and it adds to the bike picture, but you'll end up at £6000+ like I did 😅,if you have already received this message I'm sorry,for some reason it's been getting deleted after a minute!
Marvellous, 6k, that’s a fair hike from the base of 4.5k 😂😂😂 what on earth did you add? Might have a go myself, sounds like fun😂😂😂
@@TAYM there's three different packages you can add, plus a £300 seat bag! And if you really want to push the boat out, you can get an akrapovic exhaust for just under a grand 😂
@@bally632 marvellous 😊😂😂😂
This was still the motorcycle I would have bought a year ago. Well, until I walked into the Yamaha dealer and they had no clue as to what I was talking about. What YSR125? They didn’t sell these here in the U.S. 😅
How strange 🤔 such a shame 😁 thanks YTR😁
Nice little commuter bike! Not available in the US of course, not yet anyway.
Probably a bit small for the US market but still a Splendiferous little bike 😊
We have the monkey bike! 😄😄
@@2wheelvintage361 😂😂😂
Which license do you need to be able to ride this beautiful bike
In the UK, Be 17 with a CBT i believe but always best to check 😊
My dream bike I'd love to own one best get saving
Marvellous bike 😁 Orwell have two used ones for sale, red and yellow 😁 thanks Lynn 😁
@TAYM interested in the bikes ,where you from ?
@@lynngertrudeclark6531 originally or now? 😁
@@TAYM pm
aww, I wish it was possible to get one here in the us without having try and import it
Interesting, I never knew that they don’t send to the USA 🤔 thanks Grub 😊
HI
How much did it cost ya for this babygirl ?
I think it sold for about £4.5k 😊
like the zones g1 more ^^
I shall try one hopefully 😁 thank you 😁
Anything to draw youngsters into the motorcycling throng has to be a good thing. Not sure about that mahosive frame though 😳🙄😂
I know what you mean but with out it it would be a much smaller bike 😊
@@TAYM ,😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂.
It's the same delta box used on the r125 and the mt125 tbh I prefer it to the ridiculous looking orange scaffolding on the KTM.
良いな これ
Thank you 😊
Big looking 125cc bike taym Kawasaki do a similar design bike be a good bike for a leaner or someone who wants to just a small commuting bike 👍👍
I agree, just a bit expensive 😊
@@TAYM definitely are expensive I was in our local kestrel Honda dealer the other day nearly £5000 for the sports 125 cc CBR looks nice but no way would I pay that sort of money for a 125 👍👍🙏🙏🙏
@@SOLOMOTOUK especially one that looks fast but isn’t 😂😂😂
@@TAYM still slow the NSR 2 stroke was the bike to have back in the day 100 mph people got fed up with the having to rebuild the top end pistons and rings but a massive thumbs up for how rapid they were
@@SOLOMOTOUK I know, we seem to have gone backwards on speed and not just with bikes. Cars, planes and even trains, all slower now 😂😂😂
Une belle machine c'est ma 125 préféré....1,80 vraiment ? Les anglais contrairement aux français se tasse pas avec l'âge ?😉😀✌️🇨🇵
😂😂😂 marvellous, not all English do as well 😂😂😂
I’m surprised your wearing a helmet! Thought you’d have a baseball hat on the de rigueur way backwards! But must admit as I’m shrinking and was always short ( your regular comment of I’m 6’2” always makes me scowl 😡) and ever so frail, a small 125cc may be the way I’m heading. 😳
Oh and also more stooped as I’ve been out on the Monza a few times with the dropped bars. 😬
😂😂😂
Did I mention my 34 inch inside leg as well 😂😂😂😂
@@TAYM 😡🧐🤬
@@daviddavies5347 😂😂
dual carriage ways are 70 mph limit .. single carriage is 60 mph hoot hoot .
Not that one 😁 that one is 50 😁 thanks C23 😁
Sounds more Beefy than the new Norton Commando, not that much lower in power either and certainly a lot lighter. Now there's a bike you might actually want to lick ( taste) but as for the other senses I feel they'd be a bit dumbed down. I can just hear your review now " Looks scrumbtiously Splendiferous" " Taste? Well you know I might just taste it" " Feel? Well it feels marvelously Splendiferous, tasty paint work and delectable details. Other than that it just feels unsplendiferously heavy" " Sound? I think I need a hearing test". " Sixth sense? Leave it in the garage, take it to the odd bike meet as long as the road's straight. Other than looks its way below marvelous, might even have to invent a new word, Mehvelous" 😂
😂😂😂 surely not below marvellous! Anything with an engine and two wheels can scrape a dry marvellous, can’t it? 😂😂😂
Yes, if you watch the Bennetts Bikesocial review the Norton guy even offers a challenge re tasting the bike.😀
@@thimbur3543 It probably tastes better than it rides 😂 One reviewer described it as "a magnificent ride" which handled "beautifully" only to follow on talking about its dreadful turning circle and reluctance to corner. Sadly only bought and paid for reviews are available, I usually try to avoid them, they're all Gush 👎
@@thimbur3543 must watch that 😂😂😂
people are obsessed with big , its not always better
Absolutely 😁 thanks ES 😁
It's a 6speed? 😊
It is 😊
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I have no idea 😁 sorry 😣
Looking at these or a monkey but this has 50% more power so probably this
I am fascinated by monkey bikes but for me it would be this all the way 😁 thanks LDP😁