Kawasaki KX 450 vs Vespa 125

Last Updated: September 14, 2026

Vespa 125 price starts at Rs. 1.27 Lakh, which is Rs. 8.65 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki KX 450, priced at Rs. 9.92 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the KX 450 offers a claimed 25 kmpl, while the 125 delivers 37.5 kmpl. On the performance front, the KX 450 uses a 449cc engine and the 125 a 124.45cc engine producing 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm. If you're deciding between the KX 450 and 125, the 125 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the KX 450 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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KX 450 vs 125 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki KX 450Vespa 125
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 9.92 LakhRs. 1.27 Lakh
Mileage 25 kmpl37.5 kmpl
Engine 449 cc124.45 cc
Max power Not Available9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Kerb weight 112.9 Kg115 Kg

KX 450 vs 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki KX 450 STDVespa 125 Single Tone
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Brand Name Kawasaki Vespa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 9.92 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Max Power Not Available 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki KX 450 Colors
Vespa 125 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Not Available Analogue
EMI
Rs. 27,161 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 3,660 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 33,406 KX 450 Insurance Rs. 6,965 125 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
3
Claimed Top Speed
143 kmph
86 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC
Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Engine Displacement
449 cc
124.45 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
CVT
Max Power
Not Available
9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
10.1 Nm @ 5600 rpm
Bore
96 mm
52 mm
Stroke
62.1 mm
58.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital DC-CDI
Electronics EMS
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
10.5:1

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

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

Suspension-Front
Ø49 mm, Telescopic Fork (Upside Down), Travel - 305 mm
Aircraft derived hydralic single side arm from suspension with Anti Dive characteristics
Suspension-Rear
Uni Trak Swingarm, Travel - 307 mm
Dual Effect hydraulic shock absorber with four position adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
14 psi
26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
14 psi
26 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
18 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
18 psi
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-21 Rear :-120/80-19
Front :-110/70-11, Rear :-120/70-10
Wheel Size
Front :-533.4 mm,Rear :-482.6 mm
Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
MRF And Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
960 mm
770 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1 L
1.85 L
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
700 ml
Length*Width*Height
2180*820*1270 mm3
1770*690*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1480 mm
1290 mm
Length
2180 mm
1770 mm
Ground Clearance
345 mm
Not Available
Height
1270 mm
1140 mm
Width
820 mm
690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
6.2 L
7.4 L
Kerb Weight
112.9 Kg
115 Kg
Tail Light
Not Available
Bulb
Front Brake Size
270 mm
200 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
140 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Not Available
LED
Battery Capacity
12.8V / 2AH
12V / 5AH
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular, Semi Double Cradle
Monocoque Chassis
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Launch Control
Yes
Not Available
Body Type
Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Not Available
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Not Available
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Speedometer
Not Available
Analogue
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
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

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
5 Years or 60,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
60000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
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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