Ktm Rc 125 vs Suzuki Gsx-r125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Ktm Rc 125 vs Suzuki Gsx-r125. Ktm Rc 125: 15 hp @ 9,250 rpm (restricted; approx. 11 kW for A1 compliance) hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 100 km/h (electronically limited; approx. 112–118 km/h derestricted — estimate), Motoryk rating 8.0/10. Suzuki Gsx-r125: 15 hp @ 10,000 rpm hp, 134 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed ~100 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.5/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ktm Rc 125
Suzuki Gsx-r125
Horsepower (hp)
15 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
12 Nm
11.5 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
100 km/h
100 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
148 kg
134 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
15 hp @ 9,250 rpm (restricted; approx. 11 kW for A1 compliance)
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
12 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
100 km/h (electronically limited; approx. 112–118 km/h derestricted — estimate)
~100 km/h
Weight
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.0 L/100km (approx. 33 km/L, typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Ktm Rc 125
8.0/10
"The sharpest learner tool money can buy used, buy carefully."
Pros
+Genuinely teaches riding technique
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring handling
+Premium suspension for class
Cons
−Aggressive position kills commutes
−Fairings hide crash damage easily
−Dealer servicing gets expensive fast
Suzuki Gsx-r125
7.5/10
"The smartest A1 starter bike money can buy used."
Pros
+Stunning full-fairing aesthetics
+Teaches genuine riding technique
+Reliable when maintained properly
Cons
−Gutless above 80mph
−Fragile expensive bodywork
−Neglected chains are common
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