Honda CRF125FB vs Honda XR125L (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CRF125FBstacks up against the Honda XR125L. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CRF125FBHonda XR125L
Model year20162016
Price
Engine125 cc124 cc
Horsepower9 hp
Torque10 Nm10 Nm
Weight129 kg
Seat height31 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity1.1 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic. Single disc. Dual-piston calliper
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires70/100-19 / 90/100-16 90/90-19 / 110/90-17

Honda CRF125FB vs Honda XR125L — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CRF125FB and the Honda XR125L usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CRF125FB brings 9 hp, while the Honda XR125L counters with its own power figure at 129 kg.

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: