UM Powermax 125 vs AJS Modena 125 (2021)

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

Spec comparison

SpecUM Powermax 125AJS Modena 125
Model year20212021
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower7 hp7 hp
Torque8 Nm
Weight102 kg95 kg
Seat height28 mm29 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L1.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-12 / 3.5-10 3.50-10 / 3.50-10

UM Powermax 125 vs AJS Modena 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the UM Powermax 125 and the AJS Modena 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the UM Powermax 125 brings 7 hp in a 102 kg package, while the AJS Modena 125 counters with 7 hp at 95 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: