KTM EXC 200 vs Honda XL 200 R (2001)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM EXC 200stacks up against the Honda XL 200 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM EXC 200Honda XL 200 R
Model year20011983
Price
Engine193 cc195 cc
Horsepower46 hp17 hp
Seat height36 mm
Fuel capacity2.5 L2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires90/90-21 / 120/90-18 2.75-21 / 4.10-18

KTM EXC 200 vs Honda XL 200 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM EXC 200 and the Honda XL 200 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM EXC 200 brings 46 hp, while the Honda XL 200 R counters with 17 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: