Honda SH125i Sporty vs MZ Moskito 125RX (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda SH125i Sportystacks up against the MZ Moskito 125RX. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda SH125i SportyMZ Moskito 125RX
Model year20122007
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower13 hp7 hp
Torque12 Nm9 Nm
Weight120 kg103 kg
Seat height31 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L1.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic disc with single-piston caliper, Comb Brake and sintered metal pads Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic disc with Combined three-piston caliper, drilled rotor and resin mould pads Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/80-16 / 120/80-16 120/70-12 / 130/70-12

Honda SH125i Sporty vs MZ Moskito 125RX — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda SH125i Sporty and the MZ Moskito 125RX usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda SH125i Sporty brings 13 hp in a 120 kg package, while the MZ Moskito 125RX counters with 7 hp at 103 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: