KTM RC 125 vs Honda SP125 Comparison

Updated: 27, Oct, 2023 11:01 AM

	KTM RC 125 Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 1,89,542 * Delhi. May vary. Check EMI POPULARITY This week: 16964 views All time: 2316602 views	Honda SP125 Ex-Showroom Price ₹ 86,017 * Delhi. May vary. Check EMI POPULARITY This week: 19029 views All time: 68384 views	Add a Bike to compare
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT
	Ground Clearance
	158 mm	160 mm
	Fuel Tank Capacity
	13.7 litres	11 litres
	Wheelbase
	1341 mm	1285 mm
	Seat Height
	835 mm	790 mm
	Overall Length
	1977 mm	2020 mm
	Kerb Weight
	160 kg	117 kg
	Overall Width
	688 mm	785 mm
	Overall Height
	1098 mm	1103 mm
	Dry Weight
	150 kg	NA
PERFORMANCE FIGURES
	0-60 kmph
	4.3 secs	7 secs
	0-100 kmph
	14.6 secs	NA
COMFORT FEATURES
	Electric Start

	Pillion Footrest

	Step-up Seat/Split Seat
		NA
	Engine Kill Switch
		NA
	Rider’s Footpegs
		NA
MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED
	Mileage
	KTM RC 125 mileage is 41.32 kmpl (certified).	Honda SP125 mileage is 60 kmpl (approximate).
	Top Speed
	KTM RC 125 top speed is 120 kmph (speedo-indicated).	Honda SP125 top speed is 100 kmph (real top speed figure).
	Performance
	In terms of performance, the 125cc sportbike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 14.6 seconds.	In terms of performance, the 125cc commuter motorcycle can accelerate from 0-60 kmph in around 7 seconds.
ENGINE AND GEARBOX
	Engine cc (Displacement)
	124.7 cc	124 cc
	Number of Cylinders
	1	1
	Stroke
	47.2 mm	63.1 mm
	Bore
	58 mm	50 mm
	Compression Ratio
	12.8:1	10.0:1
	Engine Details
	124.7cc, Liquid Cooled, 4-Stroke, DOHC, Single Cylinder Engine	124cc, Single Cylinder, Air Cooled, 4-Stroke, SI Engine
	Maximum Power
	14.5 HP @ 9250 rpm	10.7 HP @ 7500 rpm
	Maximum Torque
	12 Nm @ 8000 rpm	10.9 NM @ 6000 rpm
	Number of Gears
	6	5
	Cooling
	Liquid Cooled	Air Cooling
	Fuel System
	Bosch Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)	Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-Fi)
	Emission Norms
	BS6-Compliant	BS6-Compliant
	Clutch
	Wet Multi-Disc Clutch, Mechanically Actuated	Multiplate Wet Clutch
	Engine Management
	Bosch EMS	NA
	Lubrication
	Forced, Wet Sump	NA
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES
	ABS Light
		NA
	Low Fuel Warning Light
		NA
	Low Oil Indicator
		NA
	Low Battery Indicator
		NA
	LED Indicator Lights
		NA
	Neutral Indicator
		NA
	Fuel Gauge
	Digital	Digital
	Tachometer
	Digital	NA
	Trip Meter
	Digital	NA
	Speedometer
	Digital	Digital
	Clock
		Digital
KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS
	Braking System
	1-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)	CBS (Combined Braking System)
	Similar Bikes
	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.	Honda Shine 125 and Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon
BATTERY AND LIGHTING
	Pass Light

	Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

	Voltage
	12V	12V
	Capacity
	8Ah	5Ah
	Head Light
	Halogen Headlamps with LED Pilot Lamps	LED, DC
	Tail Light
	LED	LED
	Battery Type
	Maintenance Free	Maintenance Free
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW
	Design

	Performance
	In terms of performance, the 125cc sportbike can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 14.6 seconds.	In terms of performance, the 125cc commuter motorcycle can accelerate from 0-60 kmph in around 7 seconds.
	Comfort

	Fuel Economy

	Features

	Build Quality

	Value for Money

BRAKES AND TYRES
	Tubeless Tyres

	Front Brake
	320mm Single Disc with Radially Mounted Calliper	130mm Drum Brake
	Alloy Wheels
		NA
	Rear Brake
	230mm Single Disc with Floating Calliper	130mm Drum Brake
	Wheel Type
	Alloys	Alloy Wheels
	ABS
	Bosch 9.1 MB 1-Channel ABS (Supermoto ABS)	NA
	Front Tyre
	110/70-R17	80/100-18 M/C 47P
	Rear Tyre
	150/60-R17	80/100-18 M/C 54P
	Front Wheel
	17-inch	18-inch
	Rear Wheel
	17-inch	18-inch
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS
	Front Suspension
	43mm WP Apex USD Forks	Telescopic Forks
	Rear Suspension
	WP APEX Monoshock, 10 Step Adjustable	Hydraulic Type Shock Absorbers
	Frame (Chassis)
	Split-Trellis Frame (Tubular)	Diamond
	Front Wheel Travel
	120 mm	NA
	Rear Wheel Travel
	150 mm	NA
Miscellaneous Information
	Emission (Co2)
	56 g/km	NA
	Chain
	520 X-Ring	NA
	Steering Angle
	66.5°	NA
	Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price
	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.	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.
Colour Options and Price in India
	2-Wheeler Type
	Sports	Commuter
	Official Tagline
	Race-Bred Performance	Strictly For The Advanced
	Bike Variant
	2024 KTM RC 125 (New Model)	2024 Honda SP125 (New Model)
	Availability Status in India
	Available	Available
	Latest Price in India
	2024 KTM RC 125 price is Rs 1.90 lakh in India (ex-showroom).	2024 Honda SP125 price is Rs 85,131 (ex-showroom).
	Colour Options
	Black / Orange, Orange / Silver	Striking Green, Imperial Red Metallic, Pearl Siren Blue, Matte Axis Grey Metallic
	Fuel Type
	Petrol	Petrol
	On Road Price
	2024 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.	2024 Honda SP125 on road price is Rs 97,985 in Delhi, Rs 1.01 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 99,177 in Kolkata and Rs 1 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Honda dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.