Modenas Karisma 125S
Modenas Karisma 125S
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Suzuki V-Strom 800DE
Suzuki V-Strom 800DE
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Modenas Karisma 125S vs Suzuki V-Strom 800DE Comparison

Overview: Karisma 125S vs V-Strom 800DE

Key Features

Displacement 124.8 cc 776 cc
Start Option Kick & Electric Electric
Maximum Power 9.3 hp -

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.42/5
11 reviews
4.4/5
5 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • A fuss-free, basic automatic commuter

    The Modenas Karisma 125S can bait any upstart young rider who is on the lookout for a fuss-free, basic automatic commuter along with enough...

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    Muhammad May 08, 2025 for Modenas Karisma 125S
  • Midweight adventurer built for Malaysian roads

    To chase waterfalls around Gopeng, I got the V-Strom 800DE, and it works everywhere. With a clean pull at 2,000 rpm, the new twin makes riding on wet...

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    A
    Aarif Jul 16, 2025 for Suzuki V-Strom 800DE

From The Experts

Things we like

Sporty looks

Efficient, Euro-4 compliant engine

Agile handling

 

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 Engine is refined and torquey

Commanding riding posture

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Things we don't like

ABS and CBS are missing

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Polarizing looks not to everyone’s taste

Too large a gap between the rear fender and rear tyre

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 124.8 cc 776 cc
Maximum Power 9.3 hp --
Fuel Tank Capacity 5.1 L 20 L
Cooling System Air Cooled Liquid Cooled
Compression Ratio 10:1 12.8:1
Maximum Torque 10 Nm --
Clutch Type Dry, Centrifugal Wet, Multi-Plate
Injection Type Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Valve Configuration SOHC DOHC
Bore X Stroke 52.4 mm x 57.9 mm 84.0 mm x 70.0 mm
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
No. Of Cylinder 1 2
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Air-Cooled, SOHC Engine 2-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC Engine
Exhaust Pipes Single Exhaust 2 In 1 Exhaust
Drive Type Belt Drive Chain Drive
RPM at Maximum Power 7500 rpm --
RPM at Maximum Torque 6000 rpm --
Lubrication System -- Wet Sump
Fuel Consumption -- 22 kmpl
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Dimension

Category Scooter Adventure Touring
Kerb Weight 108 kg 230 kg
Width 670 mm 975 mm
Length 1890 mm 2345 mm
Seat Height 770 mm 855 mm
Height 1120 mm 1310 mm
Wheel Base 1250 mm 1570 mm
Ground Clearance 120 mm 220 mm
Seating Capacity -- 2
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Kick & Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Ignition System -- Transistorized
Fuel Supply System -- Fuel Injection

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type CVT Manual
Gear Box Variable Speed 6-Speed

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 90/90 R14 150/70 R17
Tyre Type Tubeless Radial, Tubeless
Rear Wheel Size R14 R17
Front Tyre 80/90 R14 90/90 R21
Front Wheel Size R14 R21

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Inverted Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension Mono Shock Link Type

Electrical

Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V
Battery Capacity 7 Ah --

Safety & Security

Pass Switch Yes Yes
Launch Control No No
Traction Control No Yes
Engine Check Warning No Yes
Riding Modes Street Street Road, Touring Road, Touring
Stability Control No Yes
Leg Guards No No
Back Rest No No
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Shutter Lock Yes --
ABS -- Yes
Wheel Lock Front/back -- No
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Console

Odometer Digital Digital Digital Digital
Fuel Gauge Digital Digital Digital Digital
Speedometer Analog Analog Digital Digital
Display Screen Yes Yes
Tachometer No Yes
Tripmeter Yes Yes
Navigator No --
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Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Material Alloy Alloy --
Body Frame Type Underbone Underbone --
Side Wings Yes Yes
Seat Type Dual Straight Dual Straight Dual Stepped Dual Stepped
Chrome Garnish -- No

Brake

Front Brake Disc Disc Dual Disc Dual Disc
Rear Brake Drum Drum Disc Disc

Differentiating Features

Cruise Control No No
Height Adjustable Seats No No

Electrical

Indicator Light Yes Yes
Tail Lamp LED LED LED LED
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Head Lamp LED LED LED LED
Accessory Outlet Yes --

Modenas Karisma 125S vs Suzuki V-Strom 800DE FAQs

Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Karisma 125S vs V-Strom 800DE?

The Karisma 125S comes with a ground clearance of 120 mm , on the other hand the V-Strom 800DE comes with a ground clearance of 220 mm , hence the Suzuki V-Strom 800DE has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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What is Karisma 125S vs V-Strom 800DE dimension size comparison?

The Karisma 125S dimension are 1890 mm length, 670 mm width, 1120 mm height while the V-Strom 800DE Dimensions are 2345 mm length, 975 mm width, 1310 mm height. Hence, the V-Strom 800DE is more longer, V-Strom 800DE is more wider and V-Strom 800DE is more higher.

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