Sym Jet 14 125 vs Kymco Downtown 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Sym Jet 14 125 vs Kymco Downtown 125. Sym Jet 14 125: 8.8 hp @ 7,500 rpm (approximately; note: some market variants may differ slightly) hp, 108 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 95–100 km/h (estimated; note: varies slightly by market tune and rider weight), Motoryk rating 7.0/10. Kymco Downtown 125: 11 hp @ 8,500 rpm (estimated) hp, 148 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 95 km/h (estimated; note: may vary slightly by market variant), Motoryk rating 7.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
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Sym Jet 14 125
Kymco Downtown 125
Weight (kg) — lower is better
Horsepower
8.8 hp @ 7,500 rpm (approximately; note: some market variants may differ slightly)
11 hp @ 8,500 rpm (estimated)
Torque
9.5 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
11 Nm @ 6,500 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
95–100 km/h (estimated; note: varies slightly by market tune and rider weight)
95 km/h (estimated; note: may vary slightly by market variant)
Weight
108 kg (wet/curb weight)
148 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
2.0–2.5 L/100km (approximately 40–50 km/L typical real-world average)
2.5 L/100km or approximately 40 km/L (typical real-world average)
Individual Reviews
"Dependable urban workhorse that rewards careful pre-purchase inspection."
Pros
+Solid build quality throughout
+Fuel injection starts reliably
+Helmet-swallowing underseat storage
Cons
−Fork seals weep early
−Zero motorway capability
−Dull, uninvolving handling feel
Kymco Downtown 125
7.0/10
"Sensible urban workhorse that rewards buyers who check the history."
Pros
+Exceptional real-world fuel economy
+Generous underseat storage capacity
+Comfortable upright riding position
Cons
−CVT neglect is common problem
−Front caliper seizes easily
−Bodywork panels crack expensively
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