2017 KTM RC125

124.7cc | 15bhp | 820mm seat height

O Dealer price: £3000-£3500 O Private price: £2100-£2500 O This one: 1400 miles, Akra exhaust The KTM is a cheaper used alternative to a Yamaha. Looks like the RC390 (which is little more than the 125 with a bigger engine in it, anyway), features a lovely free-revving engine, handles well, and boasts some neat touches like the side-mount exhaust and bellypan. Sadly, the 2017 model wasn’t updated like the Duke 125 and 390 models were, so it doesn’t get the full-colour TFT dash nor the ride-by-wire throttle, plus the WP suspension isn’t properly sorted, so it tends to protest and chatter when used hard.

Buyer beware

Built in India and quality control is variable. Electrical woes widely reported (but fixed under warranty). Known to cough, splutter and cut out when cold and the gearbox is a bit on the weak side so a deft foot is required.