MZ 125 Sportstar vs Aprilia Pegaso 125 (1998)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MZ 125 Sportstarstacks up against the Aprilia Pegaso 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMZ 125 SportstarAprilia Pegaso 125
Model year19981992
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower12 hp23 hp
Weight120 kg
Fuel capacity3.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires100/90-19 / 120/80-17

MZ 125 Sportstar vs Aprilia Pegaso 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the MZ 125 Sportstar and the Aprilia Pegaso 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MZ 125 Sportstar brings 12 hp in a 120 kg package, while the Aprilia Pegaso 125 counters with 23 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: