Honda MSX 125 2020 vs. Honda Monkey 125 2019

Honda MSX 125 2020

Honda Monkey 125 2019

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Technical Specifications Honda MSX 125 2020 compared to Honda Monkey 125 2019

Honda MSX 125 2020

Honda Monkey 125 2019

Honda MSX 125 2020

Honda Monkey 125 2019

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	52.4 mm	Bore	52.4 mm
Stroke	Stroke	57.9 mm	Stroke	57.9 mm
Engine power	Engine power	10 HP	Engine power	9.2 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	7,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	7,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	10.9 Nm	Torque	11 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	5,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	5,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	9.3	Compression Ratio	9.3
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Ignition	Ignition	Transistor	Ignition	Transistor
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves	Valves	OHC	Valves	OHC
Cooling	Cooling	Air	Cooling	Air
Displacement	Displacement	125 ccm	Displacement	125 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Dual Shock

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Steel	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Central tube	Frame type	Central tube

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	120 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	80 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	12 inch	Front tyre diameter	12 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	130 mm	Rear tyre width	130 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	70 %	Rear tyre height	80 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	12 inch	Rear tyre diameter	12 inch
Length	Length	1,760 mm	Length	1,710 mm
Width	Width	755 mm	Width	755 mm
Height	Height	1,010 mm	Height	1,029 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,200 mm	Wheelbase	1,155 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	765 mm	Seat Height	775 mm
Kerb Weight	Kerb Weight	102 kg	Kerb Weight	107 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	5.5 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	5.6 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A1	License compliancy	A1

Pros and Cons in comparison

Honda MSX 125 2020

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

Honda Monkey 125 2019

If you look for the word "joy" in the dictionary, a picture of the Honda Monkey 125 should appear right next to it. It is the perfect motorbike for anyone who doesn't take themselves too seriously and is looking for an iconic fun bike. Because no matter how exhausting the day was at work, school, etc., a short ride on the Honda Monkey 125 quickly makes you forget everything. But don't be shy, because no other A1 bike is such a magnet for curious glances that quickly turn into broad grins. The Honda Monkey 125 - a synonym for fun on two wheels!

Cult factor

compact dimensions

looks

fun factor

good engine sound

manageable handling

LC display poorly illuminated

nervous at high speed