Honda Dio 125 vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: October 10, 2026

Honda Dio 125 price starts at Rs. 88,133, which is Rs. 1.42 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha YZF-R2, priced at Rs. 2.31 Lakh. On the performance front, the Dio 125 uses a 123.92cc engine producing 8.30 PS @ 6500 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Dio 125 and YZF-R2, the Dio 125 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the YZF-R2 stands out for performance.

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Dio 125 vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda Dio 125Yamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 88,133Rs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage 48 kmplNot Available
Engine 123.92 cc204 cc
Max power 8.30 PS @ 6500 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 105 Kg149 Kg

Dio 125 vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda Dio 125 X-EditionYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
40 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Honda Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 88,133 Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI Engine Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 8.30 PS @ 6500 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda Dio 125 Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only,Remote Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,539 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,451 Dio 125 Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
95 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
123.92 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
CVT
6 Speed
Max Power
8.30 PS @ 6500 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
10.5 Nm @ 5000 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
50 mm
66 mm
Stroke
63.113 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
48 kmpl
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
40-45 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
3 Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic
Linked-Type Monocross

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
22 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
22 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :- 90/100-10
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.3 L
Not Available
Front Storage Compartment
Yes
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1830*707*1172 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1260 mm
1340 mm
Length
1830 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
171 mm
170 mm
Height
1172 mm
1140 mm
Width
707 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.3 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
105 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
190 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 5AH
12V / 5AH
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Underbone
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
1
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Smart Find, Weather Update, Honda RoadSync App, 708 mm Seat Length
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Not Available
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only,Remote Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Carry hook
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
36000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda Dio 125
  • Gets a TFT console which supports smartphone connectivity
  • Comes in 6 colour options, which look quite good
  • Has a smooth and refined engine
Honda Dio 125
  • Underseat storage could’ve been bigger
  • The design has remained unchanged for quite sometime
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Honda Dio 125 Vs Yamaha YZF-R2 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda Dio 125 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Honda Dio 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Honda Dio 125 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Honda Dio 125 is cheaper than Yamaha YZF-R2 by ₹1.42 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda Dio 125 vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
For the X-Edition version, 123.92 cc Petrol engine of Dio 125 produces 8.30 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 10.5 Nm @ 5000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda Dio 125 has better performance.

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