KTM 125 Duke 2020 vs. SWM Varez 125 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020

SWM Varez 125 2020

SWM Varez 125 2020

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Overview - KTM 125 Duke 2020 vs SWM Varez 125 2020

The KTM 125 Duke 2020 and the SWM Varez 125 2020 are both naked bikes with similar engine power of 15 HP. They both have a single cylinder engine with a displacement of around 125cc. The KTM Duke has a torque of 12 Nm, while the SWM Varez has a torque of 11 Nm. Both bikes have upside-down telescopic forks for the front suspension and single disk brakes for the front.

In terms of dimensions and weights, the KTM Duke has a front tire width of 110 mm and a rear tire width of 150 mm, while the SWM Varez has a slightly narrower rear tire width of 140 mm. Both bikes have 17-inch wheels. The wheelbase of the KTM Duke is 1367 mm, while the SWM Varez has a slightly shorter wheelbase of 1350 mm. The seat height of the KTM Duke is 830 mm, while the SWM Varez has a slightly lower seat height of 820 mm. The fuel tank capacity of the KTM Duke is 11 liters, while the SWM Varez has a larger fuel tank capacity of 14 liters.

KTM 125 Duke 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020

In terms of strengths, the KTM Duke has a good chassis, LED indicators and headlights, and a TFT display. On the other hand, the SWM Varez has a taut and sporty chassis, with very smooth handling and stable performance. It also has low fuel consumption, making it more fuel-efficient.

SWM Varez 125 2020

SWM Varez 125 2020

However, the KTM Duke has a weakness in terms of little power in the lower rev range, which may affect its performance at lower speeds. The SWM Varez, on the other hand, has a higher seat height for an A1 naked bike, which may not be suitable for riders with shorter legs. It also has a spongy gearbox and rear brake, and lacks a gear indicator. In terms of design, the SWM Varez is considered to have a rather poor design, with purely functional instruments and display.

Overall, both bikes have their strengths and weaknesses, and it ultimately depends on the rider's preferences and priorities. The KTM Duke offers a more advanced display and better power delivery, while the SWM Varez offers a more stable and fuel-efficient ride.

Technical Specifications KTM 125 Duke 2020 compared to SWM Varez 125 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020
SWM Varez 125 2020

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. Power10,500 rpm
TorqueTorque12 NmTorque11 Nm
Rpm at TorqueRpm at Torque8,000 rpmRpm at Torque8,500 rpm
Compression RatioCompression Ratio12.6 Compression Ratio12.8
StarterStarterElectricStarterElectric
Clutch TypeClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bathClutch TypeMultiplate in oil-bath
TransmissionTransmissionChainTransmissionChain
CylindersCylinders1Cylinders1
StrokesStrokes4-StrokeStrokes4-Stroke
DisplacementDisplacement125 ccmDisplacement124.7 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspensionFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic forkFront suspensionUpside-Down telescopic fork

Brakes Front

TypeTypeSingle diskTypeSingle disk

Brakes Rear

TypeTypeDiscTypeDisc

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 width150 mmRear tyre width140 mm
Rear tyre heightRear tyre height60 %Rear tyre height70 %
Rear tyre diameterRear tyre diameter17 inchRear tyre diameter17 inch
WheelbaseWheelbase1,367 mmWheelbase1,350 mm
Seat HeightSeat Height830 mmSeat Height820 mm
Fuel Tank CapacityFuel Tank Capacity11 lFuel Tank Capacity14 l
License compliancyLicense compliancyA1License compliancyA1

Pros and Cons in comparison

Pros and Cons in comparison

KTM 125 Duke 2020

KTM 125 Duke 2020

If you want an aggressive design, sporty and good handling as well as higher performance, especially in the upper rev range, you can't go wrong with the Duke. The attention to detail, for example in the form of the LED turn signals or the elaborate and multifunctional TFT display, are a KTM trademark. The only drawback is that it lacks a little power in the lower rev range.

Good chassis

LED indicators and headlights

TFT display

Little power in the lower rev range

SWM Varez 125 2020

SWM Varez 125 2020

The SWM Varez 125 is a sporty A1 motorbike with some strengths and some weaknesses. Its biggest disadvantage is probably its position in the 125cc market. With the Yamaha MT-125, KTM 125 Duke and Honda CB125R, it faces very strong competition. Because of its seat height, the SWM is more suited to taller A1 riders who don't want to go for the usual, ubiquitous brands, but are looking for something rarer. In addition to its rarity, the Varez 125 can also score points when it comes to eating up radii in the corner and in terms of fuel economy.

Taut, yet very sporty, stable chassis

Very smooth handling, falls virtually by itself in lean angles

Low fuel consumption

Very high for an A1 naked bike

Spongy gearbox

No gear indicator

Spongy rear brake

Purely functional instruments and display. Design-wise rather poor.

Price Comparison Avarage Market Price KTM 125 Duke vs SWM Varez 125

There are a few key differences between a KTM 125 Duke 2020 and a SWM Varez 125 2020. There are the same number of bikes of both models available on the 1000PS.de marketplace, specifically 30. It takes less time to sell a KTM 125 Duke with 71 days compared to 178 days for a SWM Varez 125. Since model year 2011 1000PS.de editors have written 28 reviews for the KTM 125 Duke and 2 reviews for the SWM Varez 125 since model year 2020. The first review for the KTM 125 Duke was published on 5/1/2011 and now has more than 10,600 views. This compares to more than 46,200 views for the first review on SWM Varez 125 published on 5/28/2020.

Price KTM 125 Duke

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Price SWM Varez 125

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