Kymco K-Pipe 125 vs SWM VA 125Z (2022)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco K-Pipe 125stacks up against the SWM VA 125Z. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKymco K-Pipe 125SWM VA 125Z
Model year20222022
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower8 hp15 hp
Torque9 Nm
Weight102 kg136 kg
Seat height33 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity1.2 L2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Twin-piston Single disc. ABS
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. ABS
Tires2.75-17 / 3.50-17 110/70-17 / 140/60-17

Kymco K-Pipe 125 vs SWM VA 125Z — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kymco K-Pipe 125 and the SWM VA 125Z usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco K-Pipe 125 brings 8 hp in a 102 kg package, while the SWM VA 125Z counters with 15 hp at 136 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: