Sym HD 125 vs Zongshen SC125 (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sym HD 125stacks up against the Zongshen SC125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSym HD 125Zongshen SC125
Model year20072007
Price$1,000
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower13 hp8 hp
Torque11 Nm1 Nm
Weight135 kg104 kg
Fuel capacity2.1 L1.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires120/90-10 / 130/90-10

Sym HD 125 vs Zongshen SC125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sym HD 125 and the Zongshen SC125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sym HD 125 brings 13 hp in a 135 kg package, while the Zongshen SC125 counters with 8 hp at 104 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: