Sym Joymax Z 250 vs Hyosung MS3-250 (2020)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sym Joymax Z 250stacks up against the Hyosung MS3-250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSym Joymax Z 250Hyosung MS3-250
Model year20202014
Price$4,499
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower21 hp25 hp
Torque24 Nm22 Nm
Weight155 kg
Seat height29 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. ABSDouble disc. 2 pistons caliper
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABSSingle disc. 2 pistons calipers
Tires120/70-14 / 140/60-13 120/70-13 / 140/60-14

Sym Joymax Z 250 vs Hyosung MS3-250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sym Joymax Z 250 and the Hyosung MS3-250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sym Joymax Z 250 brings 21 hp, while the Hyosung MS3-250 counters with 25 hp at 155 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: