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dual-sport / default rider 183 cm

Suzuki TS185ER vs Yamaha DT125R ergonomics

Suzuki TS185ER and Yamaha DT125R have modeled posture scores within three points for the 183 cm default rider. Treat this as a planning estimate; posture preference, data confidence, and a real test sit still matter.

Modeled fit comparison

Suzuki TS185ER

Modeled scoreProvisional
95Comfortable

All contacts reached

Yamaha DT125R

Modeled scoreProvisional
95Comfortable

All contacts reached

The modeled scores are within three points, so the result does not distinguish a higher-scoring bike. Treat the result as a planning estimate and compare each bike's geometry confidence before a real test sit.

Rider fit: reaching the ground

The Suzuki TS185ER lists a 835 mm seat; the Yamaha DT125R lists 840 mm — a 5 mm difference. Seat height is only a first-pass ground-reach input. It does not establish safety or actual foot contact. Seat width, suspension sag, boots, mobility, load, and individual proportions can materially change the result.

On seat height alone, the Suzuki TS185ER has the easier modeled ground reach. Load your measurements into the simulator to compare the model, then verify both motorcycles in person.

Geometry snapshot

Geometry comparison for Suzuki TS185ER and Yamaha DT125R
SpecSuzuki TS185ERYamaha DT125R
Seat height835 mm840 mm
Wheelbase1,375 mm1,360 mm
Wet weight-102 kg
Displacement182 cc123 cc

Posture metrics

Knee angle

Suzuki TS185ER
Sport (67.4 deg)
Yamaha DT125R
Sport (67.4 deg)

Hip angle

Suzuki TS185ER
Neutral (109.4 deg)
Yamaha DT125R
Neutral (109.6 deg)

Elbow angle

Suzuki TS185ER
Relaxed (143.3 deg)
Yamaha DT125R
Relaxed (143.3 deg)

Torso lean

Suzuki TS185ER
Neutral (5.4 deg)
Yamaha DT125R
Neutral (5.1 deg)