Honda XLR 125R vs Cagiva 125 W8 (1998)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XLR 125Rstacks up against the Cagiva 125 W8. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XLR 125RCagiva 125 W8
Model year19981992
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower25 hp
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires90/90-21 / 120/90-18

Honda XLR 125R vs Cagiva 125 W8 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XLR 125R and the Cagiva 125 W8 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XLR 125R brings its published horsepower, while the Cagiva 125 W8 counters with 25 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: