Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked - [1992] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked - [1992]

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Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked - [1992]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked
  • Year: 1992 | Type: Sport
  • Engine: 124 cc (7.5 ci) 5 Valve
  • Engine Type: Transverse | Cylinders: 1
  • Engine Stroke: Four | Valve Config: Reed Valve
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 6 speed / Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 0 kgs (0 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 121 kgs (266 lbs)
  • Power: 30 bhp (22 kW) @ 11000 rpm
  • Torque: 13.0 lb-ft (17.6 Nm) @ 10000 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 212.7 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 92.1 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 17.4 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 17.8 secs
  • Top Speed: 96 mph (154.4 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 0 secs @ 0 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Yamaha TZR 125 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked is the 6 speed / Manual version and was first brought out in 1992. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1993 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin and the 1993 Suzuki RGV 250 SP.This particular Yamaha TZR 125 has a 124cc Liquid cooled, Four stroke, Transverse Petrol powerplant with 1 cylinders and Carburettor.

Norton Superlight SS - [2020] image

An alternative Transverse engine, Sport style motorbike includes the Norton Superlight SS - [2020]

The 1992 TZR 125 shares its Transverse engine and Sport style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Norton Superlight SS and the 2019 Norton Superlight Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the TZR 125's Sport style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1969 Suzuki T 125 II Stinger | 1969cc.1969 Suzuki T 125 II Stinger | 1969cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 0 kgs (0 lbs) this makes the Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked in the same weight category as the 2024 Honda CBR 650 R or the 2024 Honda XRE 300 Adventure ABS and Rally, give or take 50kg.

Honda MSX 125 Grom - [2025] image

The 1992 Yamaha TZR 125 shares the same bhp with the Honda MSX 125 Grom - [2025]

In terms of power the 124cc 5 valve Transverse 1 cylinder engine produces 30 bhp (22 kW) @ 11000 rpm similar to the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [9.6 bhp (7 kW) @ 7250 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm].

The Reed Valve Four stroke unit throws out torque of 13.0 lb-ft (17.6 Nm) @ 10000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [7.6 lb-ft (10.4 Nm) @ 5500 rpm] and the 2024 Kawasaki Eliminator 500 ABS [31.7 lb-ft (42.9 Nm) @ 7500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Yamaha TZR 125 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Suzuki GT 550 L - M - [1974] image

The 1974 Suzuki GT 550 L - M has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1992 Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked.

The 1992 Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked has a Power to weight ratio of 212.7 bhp per ton and 92.1 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1992 TZR 125 competing with the 1974 Suzuki GT 550 L - M [236.9 bhp\ton] and the 1973 Suzuki GT 550 K [236.9 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Yamaha TZR 125 generating around 92.1 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 1983 Kawasaki Gpz 305 SOHC [117.1 lb-ft per ton] and the 1984 Kawasaki Gpz 305 SOHC [117.1 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 17.4 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 17.8 secs, this makes the Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked similar in acceleration to the 2020 Yamaha XVS 950 V-Star Bolt R Spec (17.4 secs) and the 2020 Honda CB 300 R (17.4 secs). This Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Honda CB 400 SS Super Sport - [2002] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1992 Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked and the 2002 Honda CB 400 SS Super Sport

When talking about the performance of the 1992 Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 0 secs @ 0 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 2002 Honda CB 400 SS Super Sport (0 secs) and the 1990 Suzuki GSX-R 250 R (0 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1992 version of the Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked has a maximum speed of 96mph.

Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow Ace - [1995] image

Top Speed of the 1992 TZR 125 equals the 1995 Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow Ace

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1992 Yamaha TZR 125 R Naked then how about a 1995 Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow Ace (107 mph) and the 1992 Honda VT 1100 C2 Shadow American Classic Edi (107 mph).

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