KTM 125 RS vs Maico MD 125-6 (1978)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 125 RSstacks up against the Maico MD 125-6. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 125 RSMaico MD 125-6
Model year19781976
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower17 hp16 hp
Fuel capacity3.2 L3.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires2.75-17 / 3.00-17 2.50-16 / 3.00-16

KTM 125 RS vs Maico MD 125-6 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 125 RS and the Maico MD 125-6 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 125 RS brings 17 hp, while the Maico MD 125-6 counters with 16 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: