SWM SM 125 R vs KTM 125 XC (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the SWM SM 125 Rstacks up against the KTM 125 XC. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSWM SM 125 RKTM 125 XC
Model year20232023
Price$8,249
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp15 hp
Weight89 kg
Seat height36 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity2.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. CBS, floating caliperSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. CBS, floating caliperSingle disc
Tires110/70-17 / 140/70-17

SWM SM 125 R vs KTM 125 XC — which should you buy?

Picking between the SWM SM 125 R and the KTM 125 XC usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the SWM SM 125 R brings 15 hp, while the KTM 125 XC counters with 15 hp at 89 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: