MZ 125 Sportstar vs Harley-Davidson S-125 (1998)

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

Spec comparison

SpecMZ 125 SportstarHarley-Davidson S-125
Model year19981959
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower12 hp
Weight120 kg91 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)

MZ 125 Sportstar vs Harley-Davidson S-125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the MZ 125 Sportstar and the Harley-Davidson S-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 Harley-Davidson S-125 counters with its own power figure at 91 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: