Aprilia SX 125 vs Fantic XMF 125 Performance

Verdict

The Fantic XMF 125 Performance wins this comparison clearly, 52.1 points to 44.2.

The gap of 7.9 points is built mostly in value, where the XMF 125 Performance takes 6.4 points out of the SX 125. Scores are computed within each bike's class from published spec data; the full formula is on the methodology page.

On the road the XMF 125 Performance is the quicker machine: 15 hp and 11.8 Nm moving 127 kg, against 15 hp and 11.5 Nm moving 136 kg for the SX 125. That is 0.12 hp per kilo playing 0.11.

The SX 125 costs €4,199, which leaves €791 in your pocket against the XMF 125 Performance at €4,990. Service intervals run 6,000 km on the SX 125 and 5,000 km on the XMF 125 Performance.

Frequently asked

Which is faster, the Aprilia SX 125 or the Fantic XMF 125 Performance?

The Fantic XMF 125 Performance. It carries 0.12 hp per kilo (15 hp, 127 kg wet) against 0.11 hp per kilo for the Aprilia SX 125 (15 hp, 136 kg).

Is the Aprilia SX 125 cheaper than the Fantic XMF 125 Performance?

The Aprilia SX 125 is cheaper at €4,199 list, €791 less than the Fantic XMF 125 Performance at €4,990.

Which is better for shorter riders?

The Fantic XMF 125 Performance. Its 870 mm seat is 10 mm lower than the Aprilia SX 125, and at 127 kg it is the easier bike to manage at a stop.

Which has better technology, the SX 125 or the XMF 125 Performance?

The Fantic XMF 125 Performance, which scores 2.4 of 10 tech points with a deliberately simple spec. The Aprilia SX 125 counters with a deliberately simple spec.

Which goes further on a tank?

The Fantic XMF 125 Performance: 417 km from its 7.5 litre tank at the claimed consumption, against 269 km for the Aprilia SX 125.

Which bike wins overall?

The Fantic XMF 125 Performance, scoring 52.1 of 100 against 44.2 on our within-class points system. The full breakdown and formula are public on the methodology page.