Vastro 125 Rio vs Modenas Karisma 125S (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vastro 125 Riostacks up against the Modenas Karisma 125S. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVastro 125 RioModenas Karisma 125S
Model year20232023
Price$2,199
Engine125 cc125 cc
Weight109 kg
Seat height30 mm
Fuel capacity1.7 L1.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires120/70-12 / 120/70-12 80/90-14 / 90/90-14

Vastro 125 Rio vs Modenas Karisma 125S — which should you buy?

Picking between the Vastro 125 Rio and the Modenas Karisma 125S usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vastro 125 Rio brings its published horsepower in a 109 kg package, while the Modenas Karisma 125S counters with its own power figure.

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: