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XT125X

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33 /100 Commuter
Power
10 HP
Torque
10 Nm
Engine
124 ccm

2009 Yamaha XT125X Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Yamaha's super motard motorcycle platform, the 2009 Yamaha XT125X utilizes a 124 cc (7.6 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 9.8 HP (7.1 kW) at 10,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 10.1 Nm (7.4 lb-ft) at 5,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 79 HP per liter and a 4,500 rpm working window between peak torque (5,500 rpm) and peak power (10,000 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the XT125X measures 120 kg (265 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (12.24 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 860 mm (33.9 in) seat height — reflecting a long-travel chassis stance that favors ground clearance and off-pavement control, combined with a 1,335 mm (52.6 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 9-liter (2.4 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.

Within MotoLibrary's Yamaha archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 2008 to 2009, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
79 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.08 HP/kg (12.24 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,500–10,000 rpm
Standover Height
860 mm (33.9 in)
Engine
Displacement 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, four-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, four-stroke
Power 9.8 HP (7.1 kW)) @ 10000 RPM
Torque 10.1 Nm (1.0 kgf-m or 7.4 ft.lbs) @ 5500 RPM
Compression 10.0:1
Bore x Stroke 54.0 x 54.0 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor
Fuel Control Single Overhead Cams (SOHC)
Ignition CDI
Lubrication Wet sump
Cooling Air
Transmission
Gearbox 5-speed
Clutch Wet, multiple disc
Chassis
Trail 78 mm (3.1 inches)
Front Suspension Telescopic forks
Front Travel 175 mm (6.9 inches)
Rear Suspension Swingarm
Rear Travel 190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheelbase 1335 mm (52.6 inches)
Ground Clearance 190 mm (7.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 100/80-S17
Rear Tyre 130/70-S17
Front Brakes Single disc
Front Brake Ø 260 mm (10.2 inches)
Rear Brakes Single disc
Rear Brake Ø 220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl. 120.0 kg (264.6 pounds)
Seat Height 860 mm (33.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Length 2050 mm (80.7 inches)
Overall Width 800 mm (31.5 inches)
Fuel Capacity 9.00 litres (2.38 US gallons)
Oil Capacity 1.20 litres (1.27 US quarts)
Other
Starter Electric & kick
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Sport & Track
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Seat Height
86 cm / 33.9 in
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