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return to shopFRP FX vs Honda CRF125F & Yamaha TT-R125: The 125cc Dirt Bike Comparison
The Honda CRF125F and Yamaha TT-R125LE are the benchmark beginner-to-intermediate trail bikes. The FRP FX125 and FX140 bring the same thing riders actually want at this size — a real 4-speed manual clutch, electric start, and full hydraulic disc brakes. Here's how all four line up on the specs that matter, and where each one fits.
Quick take: All four are real manual-clutch, electric-start trail bikes. The FRP FX125 and FX140 are the only ones here with hydraulic disc brakes front and rear, and the FX125 gives you two wheel sizes at one price. The Honda and Yamaha bring nationwide dealer networks, proven long-term reliability, and strong resale — which is what their price reflects.
Side-by-Side Specs
| Spec | FRP FX125 | FRP FX140 | Honda CRF125F | Yamaha TT-R125LE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 125cc air-cooled 4-stroke | 140cc oil-cooled 4-stroke | 124.9cc air-cooled 4-stroke (FI) | 124cc air-cooled 4-stroke |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual clutch | 4-speed manual clutch | 4-speed manual clutch | 5-speed manual clutch |
| Start | Electric + kick | Electric + kick | Electric | Electric |
| Front brake | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc | Disc | Disc (220mm) |
| Rear brake | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc | Drum | Drum |
| Wheel sizes | 14"/12" or 17"/14" | 17"/14" | 17"/14" (Big Wheel 19"/16") | 19"/16" |
| Seat height | 28.1" or 33.9" | ~33" | 29.1" / 30.9" | 31.7" |
| Max rider load | 265 lb | 265 lb | — | — |
| Top speed | ~56 mph | ~65 mph | Not advertised | Not advertised |
| MSRP | $799 | $1,149 | $3,499–$3,899 | $3,599 |
Differences That Actually Matter
Full hydraulic discs, front and rear
The FX125 and FX140 stop on hydraulic discs at both wheels. The Honda CRF125F and Yamaha TT-R125LE pair a front disc with a rear drum — the FX line is the only one here with a rear disc too.
Two wheel sizes, one price
The FX125 comes in a lower 14"/12" build (28.1" seat) for younger or shorter riders and a taller 17"/14" build (33.9") for bigger teens — at the same price. Honda splits that into separate standard and Big Wheel models.
Real manual clutch + electric start
All four shift through a real manual clutch with electric start, so the FX teaches the same skills as a CRF or TT-R. The FX adds a kick-start backup.
What Honda & Yamaha bring
Nationwide dealer service, decades of proven reliability, and the strongest resale in the class. That's the trade-off their price buys, and it's a real one for some riders.
Which One Fits You?
FRP FX125
The first real shift bike for youth and teens — pick the 14"/12" for shorter riders or 17"/14" for taller ones, with disc brakes at both ends.
FRP FX140
The step up: oil-cooled 140cc with stronger mid-range and a higher top speed for bigger, heavier, or faster-progressing riders.
Honda CRF125F / Yamaha TT-R125LE
Pick these if dealer service, long-term resale, and a decades-proven badge matter more than upfront cost or a rear disc brake.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the FRP FX125 compare to the Honda CRF125F?
Both are 124–125cc air-cooled four-strokes with a real 4-speed manual clutch and electric start. The FX125 runs hydraulic disc brakes front and rear (the Honda uses a rear drum) and comes in two wheel sizes at one price. The Honda's higher price reflects its dealer network, resale value, and long proven reliability.
Which 125cc dirt bike has the best brakes?
The FRP FX125 and FX140 are the only bikes here with hydraulic disc brakes front and rear. The Honda CRF125F and Yamaha TT-R125LE both use a front disc with a rear drum.
Is the FRP FX125 a real manual-clutch dirt bike?
Yes — 4-speed manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch, plus electric start and a kick-start backup. It teaches the same shifting as a CRF or TT-R.
What's the difference between the FX125 and FX140?
The FX125 is a 125cc air-cooled bike in two wheel sizes for younger or shorter riders. The FX140 steps up to a 140cc oil-cooled engine with stronger mid-range, a taller build, and a higher top speed for bigger or faster-progressing riders.
Does the FRP FX125 have electric start?
Yes — electric push-button start with a kick-start backup, like the latest Honda CRF125F and Yamaha TT-R125LE.
