SWM RS125R vs Honda NSR 125 R (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the SWM RS125Rstacks up against the Honda NSR 125 R. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSWM RS125RHonda NSR 125 R
Model year20232001
Price
Engine125 cc
Horsepower15 hp
Torque15 Nm
Weight132 kg
Seat height37 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. CBS, floating caliperSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. CBS, floating caliperSingle disc
Tires80/90-21 / 110/80-18 100/80-17 / 130/70-17

SWM RS125R vs Honda NSR 125 R — which should you buy?

Picking between the SWM RS125R and the Honda NSR 125 R usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the SWM RS125R brings its published horsepower, while the Honda NSR 125 R counters with 15 hp at 132 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: