KTM RC 125 2023 vs. KTM 125 SMC R 2025

KTM RC 125 2023

KTM 125 SMC R 2025

Overview - KTM RC 125 2023 vs KTM 125 SMC R 2025

KTM RC 125 2023

KTM 125 SMC R 2025

Technical Specifications KTM RC 125 2023 compared to KTM 125 SMC R 2025

KTM RC 125 2023

KTM 125 SMC R 2025

KTM RC 125 2023

KTM 125 SMC R 2025

Engine and Drive Train

Bore	Bore	58 mm	Bore	58 mm
Stroke	Stroke	47.2 mm	Stroke	47.3 mm
Engine power	Engine power	15 HP	Engine power	15 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	10,000 rpm
Torque	Torque	12 Nm	Torque	11.5 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,500 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,750 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	12.8	Compression Ratio	12.6
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	1	Cylinders	1
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Displacement	Displacement	124.7 ccm	Displacement	124.9 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	43 mm
Travel	Travel	120 mm	Travel	230 mm

Suspension Rear

Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Brand	Brand	WP	Brand	WP
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	230 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Preload	Adjustment	Preload

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Chromium-molybdenum	Frame	Steel
Frame type	Frame type	Tubular	Frame type	Tubular

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Single disk	Type	Single disk
Diameter	Diameter	320 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Double piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Technology	Technology	radial	Technology	radial
Brand	Brand	Bybre	Brand	Bybre

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	230 mm	Diameter	240 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Floating caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes, Ride by Wire

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	110 mm	Front tyre width	110 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	70 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	17 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	150 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	60 %	Rear tyre height	60 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,343 mm	Wheelbase	1,453 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	824 mm	Seat Height	860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	13.7 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	9 l

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	LED-Headlights, TFT display	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, TFT display, Integrated navigation system

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM RC 125 2023

Unfortunately, our editors did not test this model.

KTM 125 SMC R 2025

The KTM 125 SMC R impresses with agile handling, sporty looks and a high fun factor. It conveys a real motorbike feeling and is ideal for anyone who wants to enter the supermoto world. Minor weaknesses such as the front brake or the somewhat noisy chain run hardly spoil the overall impression. A clear recommendation for beginners who value quality, design and dynamics.

Agile, stable riding performance High-quality workmanship

Disengageable ABS at the rear

Quickshifter as standard

Comfortable, accessible riding position

Top design and typical KTM look

Front brake a little weak

price in the upper range of the A1 class

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM RC 125 vs KTM 125 SMC R

Price KTM RC 125

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