Honda XRM125 Dual Sport vs Honda SH125i Special (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XRM125 Dual Sportstacks up against the Honda SH125i Special. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XRM125 Dual SportHonda SH125i Special
Model year20152012
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower9 hp13 hp
Torque10 Nm12 Nm
Weight99 kg120 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity1.0 L2.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speedAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic, ventilatedSingle disc. Hydraulic disc with combined three-piston caliper, drilled rotor and resin mould pads
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires2.50-17 / 2.50-17 100/80-16 / 120/80-16

Honda XRM125 Dual Sport vs Honda SH125i Special — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XRM125 Dual Sport and the Honda SH125i Special usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XRM125 Dual Sport brings 9 hp in a 99 kg package, while the Honda SH125i Special counters with 13 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: