Honda NSR 125 R vs Sachs XTC-R 125 (2001)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda NSR 125 Rstacks up against the Sachs XTC-R 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda NSR 125 RSachs XTC-R 125
Model year20012000
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp15 hp
Torque15 Nm13 Nm
Weight132 kg115 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires100/80-17 / 130/70-17

Honda NSR 125 R vs Sachs XTC-R 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda NSR 125 R and the Sachs XTC-R 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda NSR 125 R brings 15 hp in a 132 kg package, while the Sachs XTC-R 125 counters with 15 hp at 115 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: