2000 Yamaha DT 125R Specifications

Name: 2000 Yamaha DT 125R
Brand: Yamaha

Enduro / Off-Road • Specs last verified 13 July 2026

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2000 Yamaha DT 125R Overview

Yamaha DT 125R is an enduro / off-road motorcycle, displacing 124 cc. Power comes from a Single cylinder, two-stroke engine. On the performance side, it delivers 13 Nm @ 6500 of torque. On the road, the 2000 DT 125R tips the scales at 109 kg and offers a seat height of 885 mm. That's roughly 89.9 kg lighter than the average enduro / off-road motorcycle in our database. The full 2000 Yamaha DT 125R spec sheet below covers every technical detail, from suspension travel to tyre sizes.

2000 DT 125R - Pros & Cons

Strengths

Factory engineering: Yamaha built the DT 125R around a straightforward, purposeful specification rather than chasing any single standout feature.

Considerations

Tall seat height: At 885 mm, shorter riders will likely be on tiptoes at a standstill - worth sitting on one before you buy.
Chain final drive upkeep: Budget time for routine chain maintenance - it's cheap to replace but needs consistent attention to avoid premature sprocket wear.

Wear Points & Servicing Notes

Brake disc and pad wear

Braking up front comes from Single disc - solid stopping power, with disc and pad wear best checked on the same schedule as tyre changes.

Final drive maintenance

The DT 125R uses chain final drive, which is cheap to replace but needs regular cleaning, lubrication and tension checks to get a full service life out of the sprockets.

Low-speed handling

109 kg keeps the DT 125R easy to move around in tight spaces, car parks and on the stand alike.

DT 125R - Buying & Maintenance Guide

What to check before buying

Before handing over money for a used 2000 Yamaha DT 125R, cover the fundamentals: service book and oil change history, chain and sprocket wear, and any sign of oil weeping around the casings. Cold-starting it yourself tells you a lot - a healthy DT 125R should catch quickly and settle into a smooth idle.

Oil and filter changes

Nothing protects a DT 125R's engine like disciplined oil changes - stay on the manufacturer's schedule (roughly every 6,000 km or annually). Match the viscosity grade to what the owner's manual specifies, not what's cheapest.

2000 Yamaha DT 125R - Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2000 Yamaha DT 125R have?

The 2000 Yamaha DT 125R uses a Single cylinder, two-stroke engine with 124 cc of displacement.

How much does the 2000 Yamaha DT 125R weigh?

The 2000 Yamaha DT 125R weighs 109 kg. This is the manufacturer's dry figure.

How much power does the 2000 Yamaha DT 125R make?

The 2000 Yamaha DT 125R produces 13 Nm @ 6500 of torque.

Is the 2000 Yamaha DT 125R suitable for shorter riders?

The 2000 Yamaha DT 125R has a seat height of 885 mm. This is towards the tall end of the spectrum and will require most riders under 175 cm to tiptoe at stops.

What brakes does the 2000 Yamaha DT 125R have?

The 2000 Yamaha DT 125R uses Single disc at the front and Single disc at the rear.

Yamaha DT 125R Spec Evolution

The Yamaha DT 125R was produced across 8 model years (1987-2002). The table below highlights the key specifications that changed across the production run - useful whether you are comparing years or tracking down a specific variant.

Specification	1987	1989	1991	1993	1997	2000	2001	2002
Dry Weight	-	-	-	-	109 kg / 240.3 lbs	109 kg / 240.3 lbs	116 kg / 255.7 lbs	116 kg / 255.7 lbs
Engine Type	-	-	Single cylinder	Single cylinder	Single cylinder	Single cylinder, two-stroke	Single cylinder, two-stroke	Single cylinder, two-stroke
Top Speed	124.6 km/h / 77.5 mph	124.6 km/h / 77.5 mph	110.0 km/h / 68.4 mph	124.6 km/h	124.6 km/h	-	103.0 km/h / 64.0 mph	-
Seat Height	840 mm / 33.0 in	840 mm / 33.0 in	840 mm / 33.0 in	840 mm / 33.0 in	840 mm / 33.0 in	885 mm / 34.8 in.	890 mm / 35.0 in.	885 mm / 34.8 in.
Fuel Capacity	10 Litres / 2.2 gal	10 Litres / 2.2 gal	10 Litres / 2.2 gal	10 Litres / 2.2 gal	10 Litres / 2.2 gal	-	10.00 litres / 2.64 gallons	-
Displacement (ci)	-	-	7.63 cubic inches	-	7.63 cubic inches	7.57 cubic inches	7.63 cubic inches	7.57 cubic inches
Displacement (cc)	-	-	125.00 cc	-	125.00 cc	124.00 cc	125.00 cc	124.00 cc
Brakes - Front	Single 230mm disc	Single 230mm disc	Single disc	Single 230mm disc	Single 230mm disc	Single disc	Single disc	Single disc

Key Specifications

Engine

Single cylinder, two-stroke

Power

Not published by manufacturer

Torque

13.00 Nm (1.3 kgf-m or 9.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500

Top Speed

Not published by manufacturer

Weight

109 kg / 240.3 lbs

Fuel Capacity

Not published by manufacturer

Full 2000 Yamaha DT 125R Specifications

Seat Height 885 mm / 34.8 in.

Dry Weight 109 kg / 240.3 lbs

Max Torque 13.00 Nm (1.3 kgf-m or 9.6 ft.lbs) @ 6500

Power-to-Weight Ratio 0.1193 HP/kg

Displacement (cc) 124.00 cc

Displacement (ci) 7.57 cubic inches

Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke

Final Drive Chain

Gearbox 6-speed

Brakes - Front Single disc

Brakes - Rear Single disc

Specifications are compiled from manufacturer documentation and cross-referenced technical sources, and corrected on an ongoing basis. Spot an error? Let us know.