Honda XLR 125 vs Gilera XR1-125 (1999)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XLR 125stacks up against the Gilera XR1-125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XLR 125Gilera XR1-125
Model year19991988
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower11 hp23 hp
Torque11 Nm
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L5.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brakeSingle disc

Honda XLR 125 vs Gilera XR1-125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XLR 125 and the Gilera XR1-125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XLR 125 brings 11 hp, while the Gilera XR1-125 counters with 23 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: