Hyosung MS3-125 vs Kymco Active SR 125 E3 (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hyosung MS3-125stacks up against the Kymco Active SR 125 E3. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHyosung MS3-125Kymco Active SR 125 E3
Model year20112010
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower13 hp8 hp
Torque9 Nm
Weight160 kg97 kg
Seat height28 mm
Fuel capacity2.1 L0.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic4-speed
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-13 / 140/60-14 2.50-17 / 2.75-17

Hyosung MS3-125 vs Kymco Active SR 125 E3 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hyosung MS3-125 and the Kymco Active SR 125 E3 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hyosung MS3-125 brings 13 hp in a 160 kg package, while the Kymco Active SR 125 E3 counters with 8 hp at 97 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: