Honda Monkey ABS vs Honda MSX125 (2025)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Monkey ABSstacks up against the Honda MSX125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Monkey ABSHonda MSX125
Model year20252023
Price$4,349
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower10 hp
Torque11 Nm
Weight105 kg
Seat height775 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity5.7 L1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual4-speed
Front brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc. Hydraulic. Two-piston calipers.
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single-piston caliper.
TiresVee Rubber: 120/80-12 65J / Vee Rubber: 130/80-12 69J120/70-R12 / 130/70-R12

Honda Monkey ABS vs Honda MSX125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Monkey ABS and the Honda MSX125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Monkey ABS brings its published horsepower in a 105 kg package, while the Honda MSX125 counters with 10 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: