Harley-Davidson Sportster S vs Vespa 125

Last Updated: August 15, 2026

Vespa 125 price starts at Rs. 1.27 Lakh, which is Rs. 16.78 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Harley-Davidson Sportster S, priced at Rs. 18.05 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Sportster S offers a claimed 19.6 kmpl, while the 125 delivers 37.5 kmpl. On the performance front, the Sportster S uses a 1252cc engine producing 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm and the 125 a 124.45cc engine producing 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm. If you're deciding between the Sportster S and 125, the 125 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Sportster S stands out for performance.

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Sportster S vs 125 Comparison Summary

Specification Harley-Davidson Sportster SVespa 125
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 18.05 LakhRs. 1.27 Lakh
Mileage 19.6 kmpl37.5 kmpl
Engine 1252 cc124.45 cc
Max power 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Kerb weight 228 Kg115 Kg

Sportster S vs 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info Harley-Davidson Sportster S STDVespa 125 Single Tone
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Brand Name Harley-Davidson Vespa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 18.05 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Revolution™ Max 1250T Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Max Power 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Harley Davidson Sportster S Colors
Vespa 125 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 49,420 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 3,660 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 46,165 Sportster S Insurance Rs. 6,965 125 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
3
Claimed Top Speed
230 kmph
86 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Revolution™ Max 1250T
Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Engine Displacement
1252 cc
124.45 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
CVT
Max Power
122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm
9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Max Torque
125 Nm @ 6000 rpm
10.1 Nm @ 5600 rpm
Bore
105 mm
52 mm
Stroke
72.3 mm
58.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronics EMS
Compression Ratio
12.0:1
10.5:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
4 Piston
Not Available
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Combi Brake System

Mileage (Overall)
19.6 kmpl
37.5 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
43 mm inverted fork with compression, rebound and spring preload adjustability. Aluminum fork triple clamps.
Aircraft derived hydralic single side arm from suspension with Anti Dive characteristics
Suspension-Rear
Linkage-mounted, piggyback monoshock with compression, rebound and hydraulic spring preload adjustability
Dual Effect hydraulic shock absorber with four position adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
26 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-160/70-17, Rear :- 180/70-16
Front :-110/70-11, Rear :-120/70-10
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-406.4 mm
Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Make
Dunlop
MRF And Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
221 kg
Not Available
Seat height
765 mm
770 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.7 L
1.85 L
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L
700 ml
Length*Width*Height
2270*840*1089 mm3
1770*690*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1520 mm
1290 mm
Length
2270 mm
1770 mm
Ground Clearance
90 mm
Not Available
Height
1089 mm
1140 mm
Width
840 mm
690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.7 L
7.4 L
Kerb Weight
228 Kg
115 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Front Brake Size
320 mm
200 mm
Rear Brake Size
260 mm
140 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 12AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
High Strength Low Alloy Wheel Trellis Frame
Monocoque Chassis
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Wheel Lift Mitigation, Cornering Enhanced Anti-lock Brake System, Cornering Enhanced Traction Control System, Cornering Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Enhanced Lift Mitigation
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Cruiser Bikes
Not Available
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
5 Years or 60,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
60000

Pros and Cons

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Vespa 125
  • The design and styling really makes the scooter look amazing
  • The 125cc engine offers good power and performance
  • The features list is quite decent and covers all the essentials
Vespa 125
  • The pricing is a bit too high
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Harley Davidson Sportster S Vs Vespa 125 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Harley Davidson Sportster S vs Vespa 125?
The Vespa 125 is cheaper than Harley-Davidson Sportster S by ₹16.78 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Harley Davidson Sportster S vs Vespa 125?
For the STD version, 1252 cc Petrol engine of Sportster S produces 122.3 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 125 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Single Tone version, 124.45 cc Petrol engine of 125 produces 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm of power and 10.1 Nm @ 5600 rpm of torque

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