Honda SH125i vs Hyosung MS1 125 (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda SH125istacks up against the Hyosung MS1 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda SH125iHyosung MS1 125
Model year20232005
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower13 hp
Torque12 Nm
Weight123 kg130 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity1.9 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Single-piston caliper. Single disc
Tires100/80-16 / 120/80-16 120/70-12 56J / 130/70-12 59J

Honda SH125i vs Hyosung MS1 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda SH125i and the Hyosung MS1 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda SH125i brings 13 hp in a 123 kg package, while the Hyosung MS1 125 counters with its own power figure at 130 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: