Honda XL Varadero 125 vs Kinroad XT125-CB Sword (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XL Varadero 125stacks up against the Kinroad XT125-CB Sword. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XL Varadero 125Kinroad XT125-CB Sword
Model year20122010
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower14 hp8 hp
Torque10 Nm8 Nm
Weight152 kg
Seat height32 mm28 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Dual-piston calliper Single disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/90-M18 / 130/80-M17 2.75-18 / 3.00-18

Honda XL Varadero 125 vs Kinroad XT125-CB Sword — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XL Varadero 125 and the Kinroad XT125-CB Sword usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XL Varadero 125 brings 14 hp in a 152 kg package, while the Kinroad XT125-CB Sword counters with 8 hp.

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: