Honda NX 125 TC Trans City vs Malaguti XSM125 (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda NX 125 TC Trans Citystacks up against the Malaguti XSM125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda NX 125 TC Trans CityMalaguti XSM125
Model year19982023
Price
Engine124 cc125 cc
Horsepower13 hp15 hp
Torque12 Nm11 Nm
Weight120 kg124 kg
Seat height34 mm39 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS
Tires100/80-17 / 130/70-17

Honda NX 125 TC Trans City vs Malaguti XSM125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda NX 125 TC Trans City and the Malaguti XSM125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda NX 125 TC Trans City brings 13 hp in a 120 kg package, while the Malaguti XSM125 counters with 15 hp at 124 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: