UM Renegade Classic vs Hyosung Karion RT 125 (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the UM Renegade Classicstacks up against the Hyosung Karion RT 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecUM Renegade ClassicHyosung Karion RT 125
Model year20182003
Price$3,499
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower12 hp11 hp
Torque10 Nm
Weight153 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity4.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/90-16 / 140/90-15

UM Renegade Classic vs Hyosung Karion RT 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the UM Renegade Classic and the Hyosung Karion RT 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the UM Renegade Classic brings 12 hp in a 153 kg package, while the Hyosung Karion RT 125 counters with 11 hp.

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: