Suzuki DR125SM vs Sherco SM 125 Black Panther (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki DR125SMstacks up against the Sherco SM 125 Black Panther. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki DR125SMSherco SM 125 Black Panther
Model year20142012
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower11 hp
Torque10 Nm
Weight99 kg
Seat height33 mm34 mm
Fuel capacity2.4 L1.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. AJP, hydraulic
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc. AJP, hHydraulic
Tires100/80-M17 / 130/70-M17 1.60-21 / 2.15-18

Suzuki DR125SM vs Sherco SM 125 Black Panther — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki DR125SM and the Sherco SM 125 Black Panther usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki DR125SM brings 11 hp, while the Sherco SM 125 Black Panther counters with its own power figure at 99 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: