Double Trouble: Yamaha R125 Crashed Twice in One Week – Here’s What Happened

 It’s been a tough week for our beloved 2024 Yamaha R125. Unfortunately, the bike was involved in two separate crashes just one week apart both of them occurring on a Sunday. While the rider walked away unharmed thanks to proper motorcycle gear (and a bit of luck), the bike wasn’t nearly as fortunate.

Crash #1 – A Sunday Slide

  The first incident happened during a casual Sunday ride. The R125 slid on its left side, damaging:

·         All left fairings

·         Foot pegs

·         Turn signals (all broken)

Luckily, the damage wasn’t severe and was relatively cheap to fix. It looked like a simple case of bad grip or a minor mistake nothing too dramatic.

Crash #2 – The Widow Maker Strikes

​Exactly one week later, again on a Sunday, things took a much more serious turn. We were out for a ride with an ER doctor ironically, the same one who treated me after a previous motorcycle accident. Our destination was the scenic and winding roads of Štiavnica, known for their beauty, but also for a hidden danger that I call the “Widow Maker.”

That danger? Black tar lines the infamous road crack fillers that become extremely slippery in hot weather.

While riding in a group of three, we hit a patch of those treacherous tar lines. Two of us managed to recover from the slide, but my son wasn’t so lucky. His bike did a full 360° spin while upright, threw him off, and then slid into the guardrail with him sliding across four lanes before slamming back into the bike.​

Miraculously Unharmed

Despite the drama, my son walked away without a single injury not even a scratch. That’s no exaggeration. Credit goes to quality riding gear and perhaps a guardian angel. Here’s a breakdown of the gear that saved him in both crashes:

​First Crash Gear:

​Shima Exo Vented Boots – Replaced

·         RCA Vented Jacket – Replaced

·         Rebelhorn Full Leather Trousers – Reusable

·         SHIMA STR-2 Gloves – Reusable

Second Crash Gear:

·         Shima Exo Vented Boots – Reusable

·         RCA Vented Jacket – Reusable

·         Street Fighter Stretch II Kevlar Jeans – Reusable

·         SHIMA STR-2 Gloves – Reusable

Yamaha R125 Damage Report (Post-Second Crash)

The bike, on the other hand, wasn’t so lucky. Here’s the full list of damages:

·         Scratched windshield & cracked

·         Both mirrors broken

·         Scratched front mudguard

·         All fairings either broken or scratched

·         Right rider’s foot peg completely destroyed (left side only scratched)

·         Exhaust and pipe crumbled like paper; connection to header bent

·         Tail section, including wiring and light, completely destroyed

·         All turn signals broken

·         Scratched left swing arm

·         Rear axle rod thread stripped

​What’s next?

​This isn’t the end for our Yamaha R125, Far from it.

​We’ll be rebuilding the bike and documenting every step of the process. From parts sourcing to how-to instructions, everything will be shared on our social media channels. Full part lists and links will also be available right here on this site.

​Stay tuned, Our R125 will be back and better than ever.

I’m still waiting for confirmation from the insurance company on whether my motorcycle is repairable or if they’ll declare it a total loss and scrap it. The damage is pretty extensive far more than I initially hoped, so I understand that they need time to assess everything. It’s not an easy call when it gets to this point. Fair enough.

But no matter what the insurance company decides… I’ve already made up my mind. Our beloved Yamaha R125 will live again.

This bike means more to me than just a mode of transport. It’s where my journey began on social media. It made me realized how many young rider are out there in desperate need of help and guides on how to maintain and take care of the motorcycles. It’s not just a motorcycle it’s a memory bank on two wheels.

I know some people would say, “Just let it go. Get a new one. “But this isn’t about logic. This is about loyalty.

This bike has been with us through my journey on social media, and I’m not ready to abandon it now especially when I know there’s a way to bring it back.

Yes, the damage is serious. But if I’ve learned anything from working on bikes over the years, it’s this: anything can be fixed with enough time, patience, and determination. And that’s exactly what I’m bringing to this rebuild.

Once the insurance process wraps up whether they help with the repairs or not, I’m going to start sourcing parts. Fairings, handlebars, forks, whatever it needs. It’s going to be a slow process, maybe even frustrating at times. But that’s okay. I want to document every part of it and take you all on that journey with me.

Because I know I’m not the only one who’s felt this way about a bike.

So, to everyone who’s messaged me or reached out after the crash thank you. Your support means a lot, and it’s part of what’s keeping me going. If you’re going through something similar, let this be your sign: don’t give up on the things that matter to you.

Whether it takes weeks or months, I’m bringing the R125 back. It’s not just a rebuild it’s a resurrection. Stay tuned. The story isn’t over yet.