Honda XRM125 Dual Sport vs Honda SH Mode (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XRM125 Dual Sportstacks up against the Honda SH Mode. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XRM125 Dual SportHonda SH Mode
Model year20152015
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower9 hp11 hp
Torque10 Nm12 Nm
Weight99 kg
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.0 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speedAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic, ventilatedSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-17 / 2.50-17 100/80-16 / 120/80-16

Honda XRM125 Dual Sport vs Honda SH Mode — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XRM125 Dual Sport and the Honda SH Mode usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XRM125 Dual Sport brings 9 hp in a 99 kg package, while the Honda SH Mode counters with 11 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: