Hyosung RT 125 Karion vs Honda CB 125 S (2005)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Hyosung RT 125 Karionstacks up against the Honda CB 125 S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHyosung RT 125 KarionHonda CB 125 S
Model year20051979
Price$2,825
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower12 hp14 hp
Torque9 Nm
Weight135 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L2.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires130/80-18 / 180/80-14 2.75-18 / 3.00-17

Hyosung RT 125 Karion vs Honda CB 125 S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hyosung RT 125 Karion and the Honda CB 125 S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hyosung RT 125 Karion brings 12 hp in a 135 kg package, while the Honda CB 125 S counters with 14 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: