Honda XL Varadero 125 vs Motorhispania RX 125R (2012)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XL Varadero 125Motorhispania RX 125R
Model year20122012
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower14 hp15 hp
Torque10 Nm
Weight152 kg120 kg
Seat height32 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L3.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Dual-piston calliper Single disc. Galfer Wave Air, AJP piston
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Galfer Wave Air, AJP piston
Tires100/90-M18 / 130/80-M17 100/80-17 / 130/70-17

Honda XL Varadero 125 vs Motorhispania RX 125R — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XL Varadero 125 and the Motorhispania RX 125R 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 Motorhispania RX 125R counters with 15 hp at 120 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: