Garelli XR 125 Tiger vs Cagiva SXT 125 (1985)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Garelli XR 125 Tigerstacks up against the Cagiva SXT 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecGarelli XR 125 TigerCagiva SXT 125
Model year19851983
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower20 hp17 hp
Weight100 kg
Seat height33 mm
Fuel capacity4.0 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. 2-pistonSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires3,00-21 / 120-18 2.75-21 / 3.50-18

Garelli XR 125 Tiger vs Cagiva SXT 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Garelli XR 125 Tiger and the Cagiva SXT 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Garelli XR 125 Tiger brings 20 hp in a 100 kg package, while the Cagiva SXT 125 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: