Kymco 125 Grand King vs Hyosung RT 125 Karion (2005)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco 125 Grand Kingstacks up against the Hyosung RT 125 Karion. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKymco 125 Grand KingHyosung RT 125 Karion
Model year20052005
Price$2,825
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower11 hp12 hp
Torque10 Nm9 Nm
Weight110 kg135 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 3.50-17 130/80-18 / 180/80-14

Kymco 125 Grand King vs Hyosung RT 125 Karion — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kymco 125 Grand King and the Hyosung RT 125 Karion usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco 125 Grand King brings 11 hp in a 110 kg package, while the Hyosung RT 125 Karion counters with 12 hp at 135 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: