Honda XRM125 Dual Sport vs Honda Lead 125 (2015)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XRM125 Dual Sportstacks up against the Honda Lead 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XRM125 Dual SportHonda Lead 125
Model year20152015
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower9 hp11 hp
Torque10 Nm12 Nm
Weight99 kg113 kg
Seat height31 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.0 L1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speedAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Hydraulic, ventilatedSingle disc. Combined dual-piston calliper, drilled rotor and resin mould pads
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-17 / 2.50-17 90/90-M12 / 100/90-M10

Honda XRM125 Dual Sport vs Honda Lead 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XRM125 Dual Sport and the Honda Lead 125 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 Lead 125 counters with 11 hp at 113 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: