Fantic TX 150 Caballero vs KTM 125 RS (1981)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Fantic TX 150 Caballerostacks up against the KTM 125 RS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecFantic TX 150 CaballeroKTM 125 RS
Model year19811978
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower17 hp17 hp
Fuel capacity2.1 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc
Tires3.00-21 / 4.00-18 2.75-17 / 3.00-17

Fantic TX 150 Caballero vs KTM 125 RS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Fantic TX 150 Caballero and the KTM 125 RS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Fantic TX 150 Caballero brings 17 hp, while the KTM 125 RS counters with 17 hp.

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: