Modenas Karisma 125S
Modenas Karisma 125S
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RM 5,397
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Sym VF3i 185 Pro
Sym VF3i 185 Pro
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Modenas Karisma 125S vs Sym VF3i 185 Pro Comparison

Overview: Karisma 125S vs VF3i 185 Pro

Key Features

Displacement 124.8 cc 183 cc
Start Option Kick & Electric Electric
Maximum Power 9.3 hp 19 hp

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.42/5
11 reviews
4.27/5
11 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
  • Forgiving, lightweight, and approachable

    I gifted the SYM VF3i 185 Pro to my sister on Christmas. She wanted to learn to ride for a long time, but was not sure about starting. I was on the...

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    B
    Brendan Aug 22, 2025 for Sym VF3i 185 Pro

From The Experts

Things we like

Sporty looks

Efficient, Euro-4 compliant engine

Agile handling

 

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Snazzy looks

Powerful engine

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Things we don't like

ABS and CBS are missing

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Stiff ride quality

Fuel efficiency is not impressive

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Engine & Performance

Displacement 124.8 cc 183 cc
Maximum Power 9.3 hp 19 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity 5.1 L 7 L
Cooling System Air Cooled Liquid Cooled
Compression Ratio 10:1 11.1:1
Maximum Torque 10 Nm 17.4 Nm
Clutch Type Dry, Centrifugal Wet, Multi-Plate
Injection Type Fuel Injection Fuel Injection
Valve Configuration SOHC SOHC
Bore X Stroke 52.4 mm x 57.9 mm 63.5 mm x 57.8 mm
No. Of Strokes 4-Stroke 4-Stroke
No. Of Cylinder 1 1
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Air-Cooled, SOHC Engine Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled SOHC Engine
Exhaust Pipes Single Exhaust Single Exhaust
Drive Type Belt Drive Chain Drive
RPM at Maximum Power 7500 rpm 9000 rpm
RPM at Maximum Torque 6000 rpm 7500 rpm
Emission Control -- Euro 3
Lubrication System -- Wet Sump
Fuel Consumption -- 54 kmpl
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Dimension

Category Scooter Moped
Kerb Weight 108 kg 124 kg
Width 670 mm --
Length 1890 mm --
Seat Height 770 mm 790 mm
Height 1120 mm --
Wheel Base 1250 mm 1290 mm
Ground Clearance 120 mm 150 mm
Seating Capacity -- 2
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Fuel & Ignition

Start Option Kick & Electric Electric
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Ignition System -- Full Transistor Ignition
Fuel Supply System -- EFI

Gear & Transmission

Transmission Type CVT Manual
Gear Box Variable Speed 6-Speed

Wheels & Tyres

Rear Tyre 90/90 R14 120/70 R17
Tyre Type Tubeless Radial, Tubel
Rear Wheel Size R14 R17
Front Tyre 80/90 R14 90/80 R17
Front Wheel Size R14 R17

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Telescopic Fork Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension Mono Shock Telescopic Coil

Electrical

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

Safety & Security

Pass Switch Yes Yes
Launch Control No No
Traction Control No No
Engine Check Warning No Yes
Riding Modes Street Street Street Street
Stability Control No No
Leg Guards No No
Back Rest No No
Side Reflectors Yes Yes
Shutter Lock Yes Yes
Engine Immobilizer -- No
Anti-Theft Alarm -- No
Central Locking -- No
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 No
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Chassis & Suspension

Body Frame Material Alloy Alloy Steel Steel
Body Frame Type Underbone Underbone --
Side Wings Yes Yes
Seat Type Dual Straight Dual Straight Dual Straight Dual Straight

Brake

Front Brake Disc Disc Disc 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 No

Modenas Karisma 125S vs Sym VF3i 185 Pro FAQs

Which Motorcycle has Higher ground clearance between Karisma 125S vs VF3i 185 Pro?

The Karisma 125S comes with a ground clearance of 120 mm , on the other hand the VF3i 185 Pro comes with a ground clearance of 150 mm , hence the Sym VF3i 185 Pro has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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