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MSX125 vs RC 125

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Honda MSX125

Honda MSX125

Honda

Price information

Expected price (not launched in India): ₹80,000 (Expected)

65.70 kmpl (Certified)
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KTM RC 125

KTM RC 125

KTM

Price information

Ex-showroom price (Delhi): ₹1.90 L

KTM RC 125 mileage is 41.32 kmpl (certified).
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Value check

Start with price: Honda MSX125: Expected price (not launched in India): ₹80,000 (Expected); KTM RC 125: Ex-showroom price (Delhi): ₹1.90 L.

Body style

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Powertrain

Use the detailed specifications below to compare performance and efficiency values.

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Price information

Different

Honda MSX125

Expected price (not launched in India): ₹80,000 (Expected)

KTM RC 125

Ex-showroom price (Delhi): ₹1.90 L

Power

Different

Honda MSX125

9.7 HP @ 7000 rpm

KTM RC 125

14.5 HP @ 9250 rpm

Torque

Different

Honda MSX125

10.9 Nm @ 5500 rpm

KTM RC 125

12 Nm @ 8000 rpm

Mileage / Range

Different

Honda MSX125

65.70 kmpl (Certified)

KTM RC 125

KTM RC 125 mileage is 41.32 kmpl (certified).

Length

Honda MSX125

1760 mm

KTM RC 125

1977 mm

Width

Honda MSX125

755 mm

KTM RC 125

688 mm

Ground Clearance

Honda MSX125

160 mm

KTM RC 125

158 mm

Images

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Honda MSX125

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KTM RC 125

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 95 technical specs across 6 categories with 42 highlighted differences.

Total specs

95

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Differences found

42

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Other Features

28 differences in this category

Other Features
72 visible specs
28 differences

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Clutch

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Wet multiplate

KTM RC 125

Wet Multi-Disc Clutch, Mechanically Actuated

Voltage

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

12V

KTM RC 125

12V

Front Wheel

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Y-Spoke Aluminium Cast MT 2.5 -12

KTM RC 125

17-inch

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Honda MSX125 is expected to be priced around Rs 80,000 in India (ex-showroom).

KTM RC 125

KTM RC 125 price is Rs 1.90 lakh in India (ex-showroom).

Trail

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

81mm

KTM RC 125

Not listed

Emission Norms

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

BS6-Compliant

KTM RC 125

BS6-Compliant

Stroke

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

57.9 mm

KTM RC 125

47.2 mm

Vehicle Overview

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Honda MSX125 (Grom) is a monkey bike that resembles a street bike in terms of design but feels even smaller than the Honda Navi from India. It uses premium components like USD front forks, high mounted motorcycle exhaust and rear disc brake. The tyres are even thicker than an average Indian sport bike. It comes with a 124.9cc, air cooled and fuel injected engine, producing 9.7 BHP at 7000 rpm and 10.9 Nm at 5500 rpm. The best part is its 4-speed manual gearbox, making it sport effective when compared the Indian Honda Navi. It weighs just 101.7 kg with a full fuel tank of 5.5 liters. Honda MSX125 was recently spotted testing in India in Shimla (Himachal Pradesh), and it might launch here within next 2-3 months.

KTM RC 125

Not listed

ABS

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Yes

KTM RC 125

Bosch 9.1 MB 1-Channel ABS (Supermoto ABS)

Number of Gears

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

4

KTM RC 125

6

Clock

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Yes

KTM RC 125

Yes

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Yes

KTM RC 125

Yes

Wheel Type

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Y-Spoke Aluminium Cast

KTM RC 125

Alloys

Official Tagline

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

It's all about the Fun

KTM RC 125

Race-Bred Performance

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Upcoming

KTM RC 125

Available

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

160 mm

KTM RC 125

158 mm

Caster

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

25°

KTM RC 125

Not listed

Final Drive

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Chain

KTM RC 125

Not listed

Bore

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

52.4 mm

KTM RC 125

58 mm

Tail Light

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

LED

KTM RC 125

LED

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

9.3:1

KTM RC 125

12.8:1

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

130/70-12

KTM RC 125

150/60-R17

Speedometer

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Digital

KTM RC 125

Digital

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Yes

KTM RC 125

Yes

Turning Circle

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

3.8

KTM RC 125

Not listed

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

101.7 kg

KTM RC 125

160 kg

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Steel mono-backbone frame

KTM RC 125

Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular)

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Honda MSX125

KTM RC 125

KTM RC 125 (New Model)

Battery Type

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

MF

KTM RC 125

Maintenance Free

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Monkey

KTM RC 125

Sports

Front Tyre

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

120/70-12

KTM RC 125

110/70-R17

Performance

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

****

KTM RC 125

****

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Yes

KTM RC 125

Yes

Trip Meter

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Digital

KTM RC 125

Digital

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Yes

KTM RC 125

Yes

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Yes

KTM RC 125

Yes

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Mono shock, steel square pipe swingarm

KTM RC 125

WP APEX Monoshock, 10 Step Adjustable

Build Quality

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

****

KTM RC 125

****

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

No

KTM RC 125

Yes

Cooling

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Air Cooling

KTM RC 125

Liquid Cooled

Capacity

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

3.5Ah

KTM RC 125

8Ah

Head Light

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

LED

KTM RC 125

Halogen Headlamps with LED Pilot Lamps

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Y-Spoke Aluminium Cast MT 2.5 -12

KTM RC 125

17-inch

Design

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

****

KTM RC 125

****

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

Matte Axis Grey Metallic, Pearl Himalayas White, Pearl Valentine Red, Lemon Ice Yellow

KTM RC 125

Black / Orange, Orange / Silver

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

1200 mm

KTM RC 125

1341 mm

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

1

KTM RC 125

1

ACG Output

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

160W/5000rpm

KTM RC 125

Not listed

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

Honda MSX125

USD Front Forks, 31mm

KTM RC 125

43mm WP Apex USD Forks

On Road Price

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

KTM RC 125 on road price is Rs 2.18 lakh in Delhi, Rs 2.26 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 2.21 lakh in Kolkata, and Rs 2.24 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest KTM dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

Similar Bikes

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

At this price point, KTM RC 125 competes with Yamaha R15 V3 and Bajaj Pulsar RS200 in India. Internationally, the 125cc sportbike rivals Yamaha R125, Aprilia RS 125, Suzuki GSX-R125, Kawasaki Ninja 125, and the Honda CBR125R.

ABS Light

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Yes

Rider’s Footpegs

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Yes

Chain

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

520 X-Ring

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Yes

Dry Weight

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

150 kg

Emission (Co2)

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

56 g/km

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

150 mm

Lubrication

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Forced, Wet Sump

Low Battery Indicator

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Yes

0-100 kmph

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

14.6 secs

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

120 mm

Braking System

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

1-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Low Oil Indicator

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Yes

Neutral Indicator

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Yes

Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

0-60 kmph

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

4.3 secs

Top Speed

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

KTM RC 125 top speed is 120 kmph (speedo-indicated).

LED Indicator Lights

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Yes

Steering Angle

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

66.5°

Value for Money

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

***

Tachometer

Other Features

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Digital
Dimensions
4 visible specs
4 differences

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Overall Height

Dimensions

Different

Honda MSX125

1010 mm

KTM RC 125

1098 mm

Overall Width

Dimensions

Different

Honda MSX125

755 mm

KTM RC 125

688 mm

Overall Length

Dimensions

Different

Honda MSX125

1760 mm

KTM RC 125

1977 mm

Seat Height

Dimensions

Different

Honda MSX125

765 mm

KTM RC 125

835 mm
Comfort & Convenience
3 visible specs
0 differences

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Key Features

Comfort & Convenience

Same

Honda MSX125

USD Front Forks, ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System), Digital Instrument Console, Excellent Mileage, Striking Looks

KTM RC 125

Not listed

Comfort

Comfort & Convenience

Same

Honda MSX125

****

KTM RC 125

****

Features

Comfort & Convenience

Same

Honda MSX125

****

KTM RC 125

****
Fuel & Efficiency
7 visible specs
4 differences

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Mileage

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Honda MSX125

65.70 kmpl (Certified)

KTM RC 125

KTM RC 125 mileage is 41.32 kmpl (certified).

Fuel Tank Capacity

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Honda MSX125

5.5 litres

KTM RC 125

13.7 litres

Fuel Economy

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Honda MSX125

****

KTM RC 125

****

Fuel System

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Honda MSX125

PGM-FI Electronic Fuel Injection

KTM RC 125

Bosch Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

Fuel Type

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Honda MSX125

Petrol

KTM RC 125

Petrol

Fuel Gauge

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Honda MSX125

Yes

KTM RC 125

Digital

Low Fuel Warning Light

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Yes
Engine & Performance
7 visible specs
4 differences

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Engine Oil Capacity

Engine & Performance

Same

Honda MSX125

1.1 litres

KTM RC 125

Not listed

Maximum Torque

Engine & Performance

Different

Honda MSX125

10.9 Nm @ 5500 rpm

KTM RC 125

12 Nm @ 8000 rpm

Engine cc (Displacement)

Engine & Performance

Different

Honda MSX125

124.9 cc

KTM RC 125

124.7 cc

Maximum Power

Engine & Performance

Different

Honda MSX125

9.7 HP @ 7000 rpm

KTM RC 125

14.5 HP @ 9250 rpm

Engine Details

Engine & Performance

Different

Honda MSX125

2-valve air-cooled single cylinder

KTM RC 125

124.7cc, Liquid Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Single Cylinder Engine

Engine Management

Engine & Performance

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Bosch EMS

Engine Kill Switch

Engine & Performance

Same

Honda MSX125

Not listed

KTM RC 125

Yes
Safety
2 visible specs
2 differences

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Rear Brake

Safety

Different

Honda MSX125

Single 190mm disc with hydraulic single-piston brake caliper

KTM RC 125

230mm Single Disc with Floating Calliper

Front Brake

Safety

Different

Honda MSX125

Single 220mm disc with hydraulic dual-piston brake caliper

KTM RC 125

320mm Single Disc with Radially Mounted Calliper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MSX125 vs RC 125

Which is better among Honda MSX125 and KTM RC 125?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare Honda MSX125 and KTM RC 125 by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do Honda MSX125 and KTM RC 125 prices compare?

Based on the available data, Honda MSX125 is listed with Expected price (not launched in India): ₹80,000 (Expected), while KTM RC 125 is listed with Ex-showroom price (Delhi): ₹1.90 L. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

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