KTM EXE 125 Enduro vs Honda XLR 125R (2001)

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

Spec comparison

SpecKTM EXE 125 EnduroHonda XLR 125R
Model year20011998
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp
Weight104 kg
Seat height34 mm
Fuel capacity2.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc

KTM EXE 125 Enduro vs Honda XLR 125R — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM EXE 125 Enduro and the Honda XLR 125R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM EXE 125 Enduro brings 15 hp in a 104 kg package, while the Honda XLR 125R counters with its own power figure.

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: