Fantic XEF 125 Performance vs Mikilon Defender 125 (2021)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Fantic XEF 125 Performancestacks up against the Mikilon Defender 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecFantic XEF 125 PerformanceMikilon Defender 125
Model year20212021
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp10 hp
Torque12 Nm
Weight112 kg
Seat height36 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Wave discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Wave discSingle disc
Tires90/90-21 / 120/90-18 90/90-17 / 110/70-17

Fantic XEF 125 Performance vs Mikilon Defender 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Fantic XEF 125 Performance and the Mikilon Defender 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Fantic XEF 125 Performance brings 15 hp in a 112 kg package, while the Mikilon Defender 125 counters with 10 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: