Sym HD 2 125 vs Kymco Super 8 125 (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sym HD 2 125stacks up against the Kymco Super 8 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSym HD 2 125Kymco Super 8 125
Model year20142013
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower13 hp9 hp
Torque12 Nm
Weight145 kg108 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/80-16 / 120/80-16 100/80-14 / 100/80-14

Sym HD 2 125 vs Kymco Super 8 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sym HD 2 125 and the Kymco Super 8 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sym HD 2 125 brings 13 hp in a 145 kg package, while the Kymco Super 8 125 counters with 9 hp at 108 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: