KTM EXC 125 vs Honda XLR 125R (2000)

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

Spec comparison

SpecKTM EXC 125Honda XLR 125R
Model year20001998
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Weight100 kg
Seat height36 mm
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc

KTM EXC 125 vs Honda XLR 125R — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM EXC 125 and the Honda XLR 125R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM EXC 125 brings its published horsepower in a 100 kg package, while the Honda XLR 125R counters with its own power figure.

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: