Kymco Straight 125 vs Sym R1-Z 125 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco Straight 125stacks up against the Sym R1-Z 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKymco Straight 125Sym R1-Z 125
Model year20082007
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower7 hp10 hp
Torque9 Nm10 Nm
Weight107 kg105 kg
Fuel capacity0.9 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-17 / 2.75-17 100/90-10 / 100/90-10

Kymco Straight 125 vs Sym R1-Z 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kymco Straight 125 and the Sym R1-Z 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco Straight 125 brings 7 hp in a 107 kg package, while the Sym R1-Z 125 counters with 10 hp at 105 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: