KTM 125 Duke 2022 vs. Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

KTM 125 Duke 2022

KTM 125 Duke 2022

Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

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Technical Specifications KTM 125 Duke 2022 compared to Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

KTM 125 Duke 2022
Honda CB500 Hornet 2025
KTM 125 Duke 2022
KTM 125 Duke 2022
Honda CB500 Hornet 2025
Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore58 mmBore67 mm
StrokeStroke47.2 mmStroke66.8 mm
Engine powerEngine power15 HPEngine power48 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power8,600 rpm
TorqueTorque12 NmTorque43 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque7,500 rpmRpm at Torque6,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio10.7
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath, Antihopping
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders2
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
Valves per cylinderValves per cylinder4Valves per cylinder4
ValvesValvesDOHCValvesDOHC
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement125 ccmDisplacement471 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
BrandBrandWPBrandShowa
DiameterDiameter43 mmDiameter41 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
Shock mountShock mountdirectShock mountPro-Link

Chassis

FrameFrameChromium-molybdenumFrameSteel
RakeRake65 degreeRake25.5 degree

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeDouble disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter296 mm
PistonPistonFour pistonsPistonFour pistons
TechnologyTechnologyradialTechnologyradial

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter230 mmDiameter240 mm
PistonPistonSingle pistonPistonSingle piston

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance SystemsAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABSAdvanced Rider Assistance SystemsABS

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width120 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width150 mmRear tyre width160 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,367 mmWheelbase1,410 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height785 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity13.4 lFuel Tank Capacity17.1 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA2
RangeRange553 kmRange488 km
Combined CO2 emissionsCombined CO2 emissions56 g/kmCombined CO2 emissions80 g/km
Combined fuel consumptionCombined fuel consumption2.42 l/100kmCombined fuel consumption3.5 l/100km

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 125 Duke 2022

KTM 125 Duke 2022

Even in the Euro 5 version, the KTM Duke 125 is the motorbike to beat in the A1 class. Superior equipment, potent engine, good chassis, great display and fun Supermoto mode make not only the heart of 16-year-olds beat faster. The looks polarise, but let the observer clearly recognise the smallest Duke as such. The Duke 125 is not cheap, but it is worth the price.

lively engine

super-agile handling

Supermoto mode as standard

mature chassis

top brakes

sharp TFT display

connectivity (optional)

Optics not to everyone's taste

price high for a 125cc bike

Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

Honda CB500 Hornet 2025

The Honda CB500 Hornet proves to be a mature and well-balanced naked bike that is an excellent choice in the A2 class.

Smooth but really sufficient engine power

good revvvy even at low engine speeds

precise and smooth clutch and gearstick

vibration-free riding performance

stable and pleasant chassis damping

excellent turning-in behaviour

powerful brakes with double disk front brakes

high build quality

clear and informative display

good handling and agility, user-friendly electronic Advanced Rider Assistance Systems

comfortable seating position

good balance between riding pleasure and safety.

higher weight compared to some competitors could be annoying for very light riders

suspension can be overloaded with a sporty riding style or higher rider weight

possibly less comfortable for taller riders

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 125 Duke vs Honda CB500 Hornet

Price KTM 125 Duke

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Price Honda CB500 Hornet

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