Kinroad XT125-2 Challenger vs Hyosung Karion 125 Citytrail (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kinroad XT125-2 Challengerstacks up against the Hyosung Karion 125 Citytrail. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKinroad XT125-2 ChallengerHyosung Karion 125 Citytrail
Model year20102008
Price$2,445
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower8 hp9 hp
Torque8 Nm10 Nm
Weight125 kg
Seat height30 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.1 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.00-18 / 110/90-16

Kinroad XT125-2 Challenger vs Hyosung Karion 125 Citytrail — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kinroad XT125-2 Challenger and the Hyosung Karion 125 Citytrail usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kinroad XT125-2 Challenger brings 8 hp, while the Hyosung Karion 125 Citytrail counters with 9 hp at 125 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: