Sym GTS Joymax 125 vs Honda SH125i Sporty (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sym GTS Joymax 125stacks up against the Honda SH125i Sporty. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Sym GTS Joymax 125 | Honda SH125i Sporty |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 13 hp |
| Torque | — | 12 Nm |
| Weight | 163 kg | 120 kg |
| Seat height | — | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.2 L | 2.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Hydraulic disc with single-piston caliper, Comb Brake and sintered metal pads |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Hydraulic disc with Combined three-piston caliper, drilled rotor and resin mould pads |
| Tires | 110/90-13 / 130/70-13 | 100/80-16 / 120/80-16 |
Sym GTS Joymax 125 vs Honda SH125i Sporty — which should you buy?
Picking between the Sym GTS Joymax 125 and the Honda SH125i Sporty usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sym GTS Joymax 125 brings its published horsepower in a 163 kg package, while the Honda SH125i Sporty counters with 13 hp at 120 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: