Advise on first bike and options - 125cc!?

[JeanDV]

Kort n bietjie hulp en advies...

I am looking at getting my first bike for commuting and also doing weekend trips with friends.
I have been looking at the xr125l of late and read mostly good reviews on WD.

I am also considering a 2T and have looked at a Yamaha DT125.
Any advise would be appreciated!

Yamaha DT 125 - 2003-2009 2T
Brakes: Drum/Drum
Fuel Tank: 9.5l
Fuel efficiency: >

Honda XR 125 - 2010/2011 4T
Brakes: Drum/Disc
Fuel Tank: 12l
Fuel efficiency: 32-35 km/l

What I want to do/know:

1. Commute
2. Do some weekend trips 200-400km?
3. Will be my first bike so want to ride the hell out of it - DIY maintenance?
4. Is the fuel/oil mix in a 2T such a hassle?
5. Wear on 2 stroke engine much worse?
6. km/l for the 2 stroke.

Cheers!
 :ricky:

 

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