Versus: Honda PCX125 vs Yamaha X-Max 125

Reasons to buy Honda PCX125

Reasons to buy Yamaha X-Max 125

• It's fuel efficient (130mpg) and also has idle stop technology to lower consumption by a further 5%

• It handles well, with a sporty chassis

• At £2600 it's almost £1,300 cheaper than the X-Max

• The 15" front wheel aids stability (The PCX's is 14")

• It's got Honda's CBS combined braking system

• There's under-seat storage for two helmets (the PCX takes one) 

• It's 45kg lighter than the bulky X-Max 125

• It offers good weather protection, with a decent screen

• It's agile and has a low seat height, goof for novice riders

• It makes nearly 3hp more than the Honda, at 14.1hp.

• It's styling is modern and distinctively Honda

• It's got presence, with big-scooter looks

      Price: £2600
      Capacity: 124.9cc
      Power: 11.17hp
      Dry weight: 124.4kg 
      Seat height: 761mm

      Price: £3899
      Capacity: 124cc
      Power: 14.1hp
      Wet weight: 169kg 
      Seat height: 792mm