Sym XS125G vs Shineray XY125-5 (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Sym XS125Gstacks up against the Shineray XY125-5. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSym XS125GShineray XY125-5
Model year20082008
Price——
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower10 hp11 hp
Weight126 kg104 kg
Seat height—32 mm
Fuel capacity3.3 L—
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Sym XS125G vs Shineray XY125-5 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Sym XS125G and the Shineray XY125-5 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Sym XS125G brings 10 hp in a 126 kg package, while the Shineray XY125-5 counters with 11 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: