Sym R1-Z 125 vs MBK Flame X (2007)

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

Spec comparison

SpecSym R1-Z 125MBK Flame X
Model year20072007
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower10 hp11 hp
Torque10 Nm9 Nm
Weight105 kg116 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity1.5 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Disc, ø 216
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Drum, Ø 150
Tires100/90-10 / 100/90-10 110/70-12 / 120/70-12

Sym R1-Z 125 vs MBK Flame X — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sym R1-Z 125 and the MBK Flame X usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sym R1-Z 125 brings 10 hp in a 105 kg package, while the MBK Flame X counters with 11 hp at 116 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: