KTM 125 XC vs UM DSR 125 EX (2023)

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

Spec comparison

SpecKTM 125 XCUM DSR 125 EX
Model year20232023
Price$8,249
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp15 hp
Weight89 kg124 kg
Seat height34 mm36 mm
Fuel capacity2.2 L1.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Wave disc. Hydraulic. Radially mounted two-piston fork caliper.
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. Wave disc. Hydraulic. Radially mounted two-piston fork caliper.
Tires90/90-21 / 120/80-18

KTM 125 XC vs UM DSR 125 EX — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM 125 XC and the UM DSR 125 EX 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 UM DSR 125 EX 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: