Suzuki Gsx-s125 vs Honda Cb125r
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Suzuki Gsx-s125
Honda Cb125r
Horsepower (hp)
15 hp
15 hp
Torque (Nm)
11.5 Nm
11 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
115 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
134 kg
127 kg
Type
Naked
Naked
Horsepower
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm (note: restricted to 11 kW / ~15 hp for A1 licence compliance)
15 hp @ 10,000 rpm
Torque
11.5 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
11 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Top Speed
110 km/h (estimated; note: electronically limited to comply with A1 category regulations)
~115 km/h
Weight
134 kg (wet/curb weight)
127 kg (curb weight)
Fuel
2.5 L/100km or approximately 40 km/L (typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or ~40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Suzuki Gsx-s125
7.5/10
"The sharpest 125 commuter you can buy used right now."
Pros
+Solid Suzuki build quality
+Fuel injection, easy starts
+Nimble urban commuter
Cons
−Chain wears quickly urban use
−Header pipes rust prone
−Limited highway capability
Honda Cb125r
7.5/10
"The most stylish way to commute on a 125, full stop."
Pros
+Stunning neo-café styling
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Premium USD front fork
Cons
−Genuinely struggles above 65mph
−Cam chain wear risk
−Fairing damage common used