Keeway Superlight 125 vs Husqvarna Vitpilen 701
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Keeway Superlight 125
Husqvarna Vitpilen 701
Horsepower (hp)
11 hp
74 hp
Torque (Nm)
9 Nm
73 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
95 km/h
175 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
118 kg
157 kg
Type
Cafe-racer
Cafe-racer
Horsepower
11 hp @ 9,000 rpm (approx. 8 kW; estimate based on typical 125cc single-cylinder output for this model)
74 hp @ 8,000 rpm
Torque
9 Nm @ 7,500 rpm (estimate)
73 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
95–105 km/h (estimated; note: restricted versions may be limited to ~90 km/h for A1 compliance)
175 km/h
Weight
118 kg (wet/curb weight, estimated)
157 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.5–3.5 L/100km (approx. 28–40 km/L, typical real-world average)
4.5–5.5 L/100km (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Keeway Superlight 125
6.5/10
"Style over substance, but honest value for A1 licence riders."
Pros
+Genuinely attractive retro styling
+Predictable beginner-friendly engine
+Affordable used prices
Cons
−Cheap switchgear feels nasty
−Mirrors vibrate excessively
−Neglected chains are common
Husqvarna Vitpilen 701
7.8/10
"A head-turning urban weapon that punishes neglect and highway abuse equally."
Pros
+Stunning industrial cafe styling
+Torquey, characterful LC4 engine
+Lightweight and flickable handling
Cons
−Vibration tiring at motorway speeds
−Tiny fuel tank range
−Expensive OEM bodywork panels
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