MZ Sportstar 125 vs Suzuki GS 125 ESZ (1997)

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

Spec comparison

SpecMZ Sportstar 125Suzuki GS 125 ESZ
Model year19971982
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower12 hp14 hp
Torque10 Nm
Weight118 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity3.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc

MZ Sportstar 125 vs Suzuki GS 125 ESZ — which should you buy?

Picking between the MZ Sportstar 125 and the Suzuki GS 125 ESZ usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MZ Sportstar 125 brings 12 hp in a 118 kg package, while the Suzuki GS 125 ESZ counters with 14 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: