KTM 125 XC vs Malaguti XTM125 (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM 125 XCstacks up against the Malaguti XTM125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 125 XCMalaguti XTM125
Model year20232023
Price$8,249
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp15 hp
Torque11 Nm
Weight89 kg124 kg
Seat height34 mm20 mm
Fuel capacity2.2 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. ABS
Tires90/90-21 / 120/80-18

KTM 125 XC vs Malaguti XTM125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 125 XC and the Malaguti XTM125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM 125 XC brings 15 hp in a 89 kg package, while the Malaguti XTM125 counters with 15 hp at 124 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: