Kymco Movie XL 125 vs Sym R1-Z 125 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco Movie XL 125stacks up against the Sym R1-Z 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKymco Movie XL 125Sym R1-Z 125
Model year20082007
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower10 hp10 hp
Torque10 Nm10 Nm
Weight110 kg105 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L1.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 130/70-12 100/90-10 / 100/90-10

Kymco Movie XL 125 vs Sym R1-Z 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kymco Movie XL 125 and the Sym R1-Z 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco Movie XL 125 brings 10 hp in a 110 kg package, while the Sym R1-Z 125 counters with 10 hp at 105 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: