Honda XL 125 Varadero vs Honda XL Varadero 125 (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XL 125 Varaderostacks up against the Honda XL Varadero 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XL 125 VaraderoHonda XL Varadero 125
Model year20132012
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower14 hp14 hp
Torque10 Nm10 Nm
Weight152 kg152 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L4.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Dual-piston calliper Single disc. Dual-piston calliper
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/90-18 / 130/80-17 100/90-M18 / 130/80-M17

Honda XL 125 Varadero vs Honda XL Varadero 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XL 125 Varadero and the Honda XL Varadero 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XL 125 Varadero brings 14 hp in a 152 kg package, while the Honda XL Varadero 125 counters with 14 hp at 152 kg.

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: