Garelli XR 125 Tiger vs Harley-Davidson SXT 125 (1985)

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

Spec comparison

SpecGarelli XR 125 TigerHarley-Davidson 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 Harley-Davidson SXT 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Garelli XR 125 Tiger and the Harley-Davidson 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 Harley-Davidson 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: