SWM SM 125 R 2018 vs. KTM 125 Duke 2021

SWM SM 125 R 2018

SWM SM 125 R 2018

KTM 125 Duke 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2021

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Overview - SWM SM 125 R 2018 vs KTM 125 Duke 2021

SWM SM 125 R 2018

SWM SM 125 R 2018

KTM 125 Duke 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2021

Technical Specifications SWM SM 125 R 2018 compared to KTM 125 Duke 2021

SWM SM 125 R 2018
KTM 125 Duke 2021

Engine and Drive Train

BoreBore58 mmBore58 mm
StrokeStroke47.2 mmStroke47.2 mm
Engine powerEngine power15 HPEngine power15 HP
Rpm at Max. PowerRpm at Max. Power10,500 rpmRpm at Max. Power9,500 rpm
TorqueTorque11 NmTorque12 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,500 rpmRpm at Torque7,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.8 Compression Ratio12.8
Fuel systemFuel systemInjectionFuel systemInjection
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
Transmission TypeTransmission TypeGearshiftTransmission TypeGearshift
Number of gearsNumber of gears6Number of gears6
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
CoolingCoolingliquidCoolingliquid
DisplacementDisplacement124.7 ccmDisplacement125 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork
DiameterDiameter40 mmDiameter43 mm
TravelTravel230 mmTravel142 mm

Suspension Rear

SuspensionSuspensionSwing armSuspensionSwing arm
Shock absorberShock absorberMonoshockShock absorberMonoshock
TravelTravel250 mmTravel150 mm

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk
DiameterDiameter300 mmDiameter300 mm

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc
DiameterDiameter240 mmDiameter230 mm

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre widthFront tyre width110 mmFront tyre width110 mm
Front tyre heightFront tyre height70 %Front tyre height70 %
Front tyre diameterFront tyre diameter17 inchFront tyre diameter17 inch
Rear tyre widthRear tyre width140 mmRear tyre width150 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height70 %Rear tyre height60 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,485 mmWheelbase1,367 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height913 mmSeat Height830 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity7.2 lFuel Tank Capacity13.4 l

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

SWM SM 125 R 2018

SWM SM 125 R 2018

Fans of 125cc supermotos who place a lot of value on great looks are in the right place with the SWM SM 125 R. The former Husqvarnas shine with pretty details like their red frame and definitely stand out from the crowd at the car park. You have to make concessions when it comes to responsiveness, which makes for high load change reactions in the apex of the bend. On the other hand, the SWM has the best brakes in the A1 supermoto segment, even if the CBS braking system prevents drifts on corner entry.

great looks

engine full of character

best brake in A1 supermoto comparison

Load change reactions

Display

Drifts with CBS brake not possible

KTM 125 Duke 2021

KTM 125 Duke 2021

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

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price SWM SM 125 R vs KTM 125 Duke

Price SWM SM 125 R

Unfortunately, the data available to us is not sufficient to provide meaningful price information for this model.

Price KTM 125 Duke

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