Let the fun begin! There are loads of new and used supermotos in 2025, but here are our favourites

Sensible? No. Practical? Not often. Good fun? Always. This is supermoto.

Supermotos are the royalty of motorcycle hooliganism, with all practicality traded in for entertainment. These bikes have a knack for turning the most responsible riders into misbehaving adolescents, searching for a petrol-powered high at the next twist of the throttle.

If you are looking to get a supermoto in 2025 or simply want to see what’s on offer in the category, this comprehensive guide will shine a spotlight on the best there is and help you find one that’s right for you. Read on to enter the tyre chirping and wheelie-pulling world of supermoto.

Quick links

• What exactly is a supermoto?
• Best supermotos you can buy new in 2025
• Can I ride a supermoto on a CBT or restricted licence?
• Best supermotos to buy on the used market
• Competition supermotos you can buy new in 2025

What exactly is a supermoto?

A genuine supermoto is characterized with off-road roots, typically single-cylinder motocross bikes converted solely for tarmac use or a mixture of both the brown and black stuff. In pure form they are raw race bikes that wheelie and slide everywhere you dare to point them.

The recipe for an agile supermoto is simple: take a 450cc dirt bike, convince it to wear 17 inch wheels fitted with sticky tyres, firm up the suspension, beef up the front brake, change the gearing – and you are off, exhaust barking all the way to a chaotic motorcycle nirvana.

Often weighing in at just over 100kg, they are featherweight and highly responsive. Glue them to the ground with a set of racing slicks and huge lean angles can be achieved. Witness spectacular “backing in” on corner entry where an underrotating rear tyre steps out of line with the front, creating a controlled slide and an epic photo.

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With a miniscule fuel range, no road legality, and a maintenance schedule that could see you rebuilding the engine more often than Christmas comes – they are incredibly niche. Even a converted enduro bike with lights and MOT will suffer from the same restrictions.

Whilst it’s clearly great fun mashing through the gears on a racetrack, the competition-derived supermotos can’t be used on the road by most of us.

The good news is that there are road-legal bikes on sale today that capture the supermoto form and its mischievous nature, injected with as much of the DNA from the original recipe resulting in a more practical and longer lasting road machine perfect for shenanigans.

There is a variety in blueprint across the available options, so you really can pick your flavour.

Here is MCN’s list of the best supermoto motorcycles you can buy in 2025.

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Best supermotos you can buy new in 2025

• 2019-on KTM 690 SMC-R
• 2024-on Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono
• 2025-on Suzuki DR-Z4SM
• 2015-on Husqvarna 701 Supermoto
• 2022-on GasGas SM 700
• 2019-on Ducati Hypermotard 950
• 2023-on KTM 890 SMT

2019-on KTM 690 SMC-R

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Long standing supermoto king, the KTM 690 SMC-R it the latest in a lineage of road going KTM supermotos and remains an absolute riot to ride.

Sticking to the tried and tested formula, it employs a single cylinder powerplant just shy of 700cc (which is pretty sizable), yielding fantastic amounts of torque and mid-range drive. The ergonomics are spot on and instantly familiar to those who are versed in supermoto: rider perched up high, upswept wide handlebars, footpegs are a relaxed height and good for standing on.

They are hugely popular across Europe, often gathering in groups for some collective hoonage down the twistiest road in the area. Blue lights and penalty notices go hand in hand with this bike, so keeping a level head is essential. Thankfully this is only a problem down an exciting backroad, and when it comes to motorways, you are more focused on not being blown away by the windblast.

Best taken in short doses, the KTM 690 SMC-R is great fun and for those who want to attack corners and blip around backroads with a muscular 74bhp supermoto.

The whole bike follows KTM’s “Ready to Race” ethos. A powerful Brembo M4.32 monoblock brake caliper up front with a large 320mm disc ensures stoppies are one finger away. A traditional KTM orange steel trellis frame that’s balanced to be both highly rigid for best handling and absorbent of wheel impact energy.

It includes the latest tech upgrades including a quickshifter for both upshifts and downshifts, ride modes, adjustable traction control, switchable ABS with a “supermoto” mode and cornering function.

The 690 SMC-R is brimming with sporting potential but requires a certain kind of rider to exploit it. If it sounds like it could be you, then you can’t go far wrong with one of the most popular and capable in the category.

Specs: Engine size 692.7cc / Power 74bhp / Weight 150kg (without fuel) / Seat height 892mm
Highlights: Hilariously entertaining supermoto / One of the last great singles / Agile handling you just have to try
Price: £10,399 | buy from here
Review snapshot: We’ve tested the KTM 690 SMC-R a few times over the years, and it’s always delivered. In our initial test we said: “The KTM 690 SMC-R is an absolute riot to ride at any speed and the electronics have done nothing to dilute its rawness.”

You can read more in our full review of the KTM 690 SMC-R on MCN.

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2024-on Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono

Ducati is a new player in the modern single cylinder supermoto game, achieving Hollywood popularity with the larger v-twin Hypermotards of past. The firm have now released a lighter weight and more focused motard in the form of the 698 Mono. Toting the claim of the world’s most powerful production single cylinder engine, it’s not a surprise after you learn it came from a dissected 1299 Panigale motor.

They’ve got everything so right and even if it’s a newcomer to the category, it’s a strong contender that will certainly dig into the market domination a few of the other bikes have.

Sporting familiar underseat mounted exhausts that have adorned Hypermotards throughout the years, the 698 Mono may look vaguely similar to other Ducati offerings but on closer inspection you can see how much leaner it is comparatively.

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Ducati developed the 698 with a focus on being lightweight, the pairing of the Bologna brand’s new 76.4bhp Superquadro Mono motor and fresh steel trellis frame equates to a very accurate and sharp steering supermoto.

Clearly destined to be a hoot at the racetrack, it translates over to the road and is a thoroughly naughty motorcycle. You can tear into twisty roads at will, slam on the anchors, turn it on a sixpence, and fire it out with the electronics waving its magic wand to keep you out of the bushes.

The 698 Mono also carries a vast suite of rider assisting electronics that are usually reserved for cutting edge superbikes, it even has a ‘Wheelie-assist’ strategy available as part of a Ducati Performance accessory – where the electronics aid the rider in performing wheelies by adjusting the wheelie angle based on the engine torque.

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You’d need to have your eyes firmly closed to miss Ducati’s intention for how this bike is meant to be ridden, which is with a great big mischievous smile as you flirt with the 698’s attraction for less than legal activities, best explored on circuit.

Equipped with a specially designed Panigale sized 330mm front brake disc and M4.32 brake caliper, Brembo have sorted the braking department with some margin to spare. Useful for when you get carried away keeping the 698 Mono on song, which happens often with its addictive nature.

Keep your riding thoughts civilised and the 698 might just let you keep your licence. It’s one of the finest supermotos of the moment.

Specs: Engine size 659cc / Power 76.4bhp / Weight 151kg (dry) / Seat height 904mm
Highlights: New single cylinder engine platform / Impressive electronics package / Incredible agility
Price: £11,295 | buy from here
Review snapshot: The 698 Mono is all new at Ducati, and it’s on the money first time round. Our tester said “With an aggressive chassis, feisty engine and a low weight, Ducati’s new Hypermotard 698 Mono supermoto motorbike is easily one of, if not the most fun and agile machines that you can purchase from a showroom today.” You can read more in the full review of the Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono on MCN.

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2025-on Suzuki DR-Z4SM

Last year when Suzuki revealed they were bringing back the DR-Z to the UK, there was a simultaneous cheer across the nation and inside the MCN office. The previous DR-Z 400 that we had available was approaching cult status known for affordable and reliable go anywhere fun, it’s been sorely missed since it was discontinued.

They were dependable on the morning commute, offering a commanding riding view when filtering through traffic. Green lanes could be explored at the weekends and even if it was dropped, scraped, or covered in an unholy amount of mud – Monday would arrive and you could depend on the DR-Z to carry on as if nothing ever happened.

Suzuki released the DR-Z400SM in 2005 which came with the full supermoto treatment – 17inch wheels in place of the larger off road focused wheels, larger brakes and tarmac suited upside down forks. It was an everyday warrior with enough power to transport you and any luggage across the nation, no grassy verge or curb could stand in its way.

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Fast forward back to today, it’s now known as the Suzuki DR-Z4SM and arriving in dealers later this year. Suzuki have essentially modernised the DR-Z, a redesigned euro 5 engine sits in a completely new frame and switchable ABS helps manage the new 310mm front disc brake. Suzuki promises the new DR-Z4SM is a very robust creation and if the old model is anything to go by, there’s no reason to doubt them.

Whilst it’s nowhere near as boutiquey as other bikes in the category, it still comes with adjustable KYB forks and 3 ride modes. There’s even a variety of traction control settings to choose from, including a “Gravel” mode to assist in providing traction aid when venturing over loose surfaces.

It’s unlikely to be as thrill inducing as some other bikes but it’ll be a dependable and flexible option, taking you anywhere with its determined attitude to ride beyond where the road ends.

A cracking option for practicing supermoto style riding if you are so inclined, you’ll find that battle scars will make this bike more characterful and won’t sting nearly as much as tipping over on a £13k Ducati supermoto.

There are big expectations riding on the new DR-Z4SM and it looks right on track to deliver.

Specs: Engine size 398cc / Power 37.4bhp / Weight 154kg / Seat height 890mm
Highlights: Return of a legend in the making / Robust everyday supermoto / Dependable Euro 5 single cylinder
Price: To be announced | buy from here
Review: The Suzuki DR-Z4SM isn’t out yet, check back here once we’ve ridden it. You can see what we made of the previous model below.

“Light, reliable and fairly cheap to buy, the DRZ is a bike that will plod on through just about any conditions. And if you aren’t interested in off-road, there was even a Supermoto version, the DRZ 400 SM, which arrived in 2005 and is far more road-orientated.” You can read the full review of the Suzuki DR-Z 400 on MCN.

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2015-on Husqvarna 701 Supermoto

Still one of the most authentic road going supermotos, the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto is an excitable machine that loves to get stuck right into the action.

Back in 2013, KTM acquired Husqvarna and within a couple years they released the 701 Supermoto alongside their own KTM 690 SMC-R. I’d like to say that there are differing characteristics between them, and they are more different than their similar appearances suggest – but the reality today is they are the same bike in different colours.

This is no bad thing as the KTM it shares a production facility with is a proven hit, and the differences between the two are very minor.

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You’ll find the 701 Supermoto eager to point its front wheel to the sky in the lower gears (on track of course) and guided by the WP Apex forks up front, it’ll hunt down turns with a supple level of long travel support. Just like the 690 SMC-R, the entire rear subframe doubles as a fuel tank, designed to keep weight distribution ideal when loaded with 13 litres of fuel.

When things start getting spicy, the fitted slipper clutch ensures supermoto skids are chatter free and the lean sensitive traction control keeps things Korma and not Vindaloo. An up/down quickshifter keeps things moving with minimal effort.

If you find KTM orange is too glaring or you fancy being a little different, the equally unmuted yellow and white tones of the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto might suit you better.

Specs: Engine size 692.7cc / Power 74bhp / Weight 148kg (without fuel) / Seat height 890mm
Highlights: Light, punchy, engaging / An everyday supermoto / Simple but sophisticated design
Price: £10,399 | buy from here
Review: You can read about the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto below.

“While the tall, slim, light chassis readily delivers all the big-lean, foot-out, one-wheel antics inspired by bikes of the breed, the 701 is set up to ensure proper rideability on the road. It’s also a thing of quality: components, fit and finish are extremely pleasing, and despite the bike’s apparent simplicity the latest version has plenty of tech”. Read the full review of the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto on MCN.

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2022-on GasGas SM 700

The lesser known Spanish brand GasGas (owned by KTM) took a bite from the supermoto pie in 2022 with the release of the SM 700. KTM pulled the same trick they did with the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto and released a near identical bike but in GasGas colours, and with cast wheels instead of spoked. It worked the first time so why not try it again?

A considerable wedge cheaper than both the KTM and Husqvarna (both £10,399), the GasGas saves you £800 before you’ve swung a leg over it’s slightly taller seat. Retaining the same ginormous 692.7cc single cylinder engine, there’s plenty of torque on hand and the lairy attitude is still present.

Although there’s no mention of “Ready to Race” with the GasGas, you can be assured the SM 700 is equally as capable. Agile as a supermoto should be, and with ample capacity for lunacy – the red coloured KTM is yet another option for prospective supermoto buyers to consider.

Specs: Engine size 692.7cc / Power 74bhp / Weight 148.5kg (without fuel) / Seat height 898mm
Highlights: Based on proven Supermoto models / Sophisticated Single cylinder with balancer shafts / Hungry for twisty roads
Price: £9599 | buy from here
Review: You can read the review of the KTM 690 SMC-R and review of the Husqvarna 701 Supermoto on MCN, to see what we would think of the GasGas SM 700, all three are practically identical bikes.

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2019-on Ducati Hypermotard 950

The big Hypermotard of recent years is the opulent hooligan’s choice, costing considerably more than the other options on the market (especially in SP form, costing £16,795!) and although it’s definitely a rowdy twin cylinder supermoto that can generate multiple driving penalties per week – there’s another side to it.

The 937cc Testastretta twin cylinder engine gives the 950 longer legs than the competition, even though the bike suffers from the same general impracticalities of supermoto design (no wind protection, tall exposed seating position), the additional power and longer gearing makes this Hyper more comfortable at speed and it’s more in its stride when doing a motorway run.

Day to day activities just seem to be more plausible with the extra cylinder rumbling at low rpm, Ducati have made it more potent and still kept it friendly enough for the times you are just focused on getting from A to B.

Don’t misunderstand however, the Hypermotard 950 is about as diluted as a vodka shot – it hits hard and begs to be ridden with fistfuls of lunacy and no self-preservation. Ducati have honed in on the Hypermotard recipe for nearly 20 years now, it’s a real laugh inducing machine with the latest 950 version having clear design focus on ridability, especially if it finds itself on a racetrack.

Three versions are available, the base model coming in traditional Ducati red, an RVE model which comes in a youthful graffiti style colour scheme with an up/down quickshifter, and finally the SP which also comes with the quickshifter plus full Öhlins suspension and forged Marchesini wheels. A very factory looking Ducati colour scheme ties the SP together.

All three are equipped with a 6-axis IMU in order to facilitate a suite of effective rider aid electronics, the now norm for high end bikes – cornering ABS (with a unique Ducati “Slide by Brake” function), traction control, wheelie control and riding modes.

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It’s never been a huge seller in the UK but our European neighbours love them, dry evenings at the beach with the picturesque orange glow of the sunset, the Hypermotard 950 is incredibly appealing when weather protection isn’t a factor and the roads aren’t straight for more than 300m.

Back to reality, it’s a personal choice on whether the Ducati’s appeal is enough to outweigh the respective cost and practicality. It weighs a good amount more than some of the competition at over 200kg fully fuelled, but it’s undoubtedly fierce and still the Hollywood hero “Escape bike” for car chases which is a glam factor other bikes can only dream of.

Specs: Engine size 937cc / Power 112.4bhp / Weight 193kg (no fuel) / Seat height 870mm
Highlights: The consumate street hooligan / Same chassis as excellent 939 / Clever electronics help rather than hinder fun
Price: £13,095 | buy from here
Review: Read what our road tester had to say about the Hypermotard 950 below:

“Ducati staff reckon the Hypermotard 950 is one of the best bikes to leave the Bologna factory, and I concur. There’s nothing nice about this bike and I mean that in the nicest possible way; it’s a rampant, relentless beast with the throttle pinned, yet very useable at more serene speeds where smiles for miles can still be delivered.” You can read the full review of the Ducati Hypermotard 950 on MCN.

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2023-on KTM 890 SMT

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Easily the most practical bike in this list, the KTM 890 SMT or “Supermoto Touring” is a real cocktail of characteristics that you wouldn’t expect to come from something with supermoto in its name.

The idea behind it is exactly as the name suggests, a supermoto at heart but with the bits you’d want from a more well-rounded touring machine. It’s an even tighter niche than a straight up supermoto which is an impressive feat.

There aren’t many bikes like this around even if you count KTM’s last go at it with the 990 SMT. Visually it’s as if someone took a basic sketch of a supermoto and smudged the frontal area slightly.

A supermoto with a windscreen? The stubby wind protection might be what makes the difference between a comfortable all day ride and a throbbing headache two hours in. It’s completely untypical in glorious KTM fashion, and there are plenty of positives when comparing to a fully committed supermoto.

There’s a large multifunction TFT display in your eyeline that can be glanced at far easier than the smaller bar mounted LCD units on other bikes. Your legs are shielded by wider bodywork, the LC8c engine will propel you past 150 miles with 15.8 litres of fuel onboard, and large rear panniers can be fitted if the need arises.

Starting out with an engine and main frame from the KTM 890 Adventure, the 890 SMT has satisfying grunt at 105bhp and growls in a way that seems impossible for a Euro 5 compliant bike. It’s so lively whilst on the throttle, pops and bangs fire from the exhaust when using the optional quickshifter+, and you are treated to all the characterful burbles you could ever want on the overrun.

It’s a mystery as to how this bike sounds as good as it does in standard trim or with the Akrapovic accessory slip-on exhaust. Maybe the Euro noise testing staff were on break when it was the 890 SMT’s turn for approval. No complaints here, it adds to the theatre when on your favourite route or early morning commute.

Braking is taken care of by KTM branded J.Juan calipers which have proven themselves the past five years or so on Duke models, good strong braking power and decent feel through the ABS plumbed system. You can dial in comfort or decide to sharpen up the ride with the fully adjustable WP suspension, with some settings recommendations straight from the handbook or under the seat.

KTM give you the tools to easily set the 890 SMT for you as it’s got a broad spectrum of usage – plodding along the M25 on a Monday morning, sightseeing in the Pyrenees, or embarrassing sportbikes on track as you back it in past them going into the Melbourne loop.

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Just like other KTMs of modern times, the 890 SMT has adjustable traction control and ride modes although most of the features are locked behind optional software packs that need to be installed.

A little bit of an outlier in this category but it’s a tempting do it all motorcycle with the spirit of a supermoto. You as the rider can decide if it’s a sedate ride but if you lean into the supermoto side then the 890 SMT will deliver a thrilling and capable ride.

Specs: Engine size 889cc / Power 105bhp / Weight 194kg (without fuel) / Seat height 860mm
Highlights: Adventure bike comfort meets naked bike attitude / 105bhp and a wide spread of torque / Comfortable enough for a day in the saddle
Price: £12,999 | buy from here
Review snapshot: A departure from the typical Supermoto formula, read what we made of the 890 SMT below.

“The result is very reminiscent of the original 990 SMT – it has decent comfort from the lofty riding position, and is well-suited to knocking out miles on motorways as well as taking advantage of the slim, agile build in traffic. The 890 SMT would make a decent everyday commuter. That’s the ‘T’ in SMT covered pretty well.” Read more in the full review of the KTM 890 SMT on MCN.

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Can I ride a Supermoto on a CBT or restricted licence?

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You absolutely can. There are a few options to choose from and some of the A2-compliant choices will need to be restricted to meet the power-to-weight requirements. Check out the shortlists below to find one for you.

125cc supermotos to buy new with a CBT or A1 licence:

• 2025-on KTM 125 SMC-R
• 2025-on Aprilia SX 125
• 2025-on Rieju Marathon 125 LC PRO SM

Supermotos to buy new with an A2 licence:

• 2025-on KTM 390 SMC-R
• 2025-on DR-Z4SM
• 2015-on Husqvarna 701 Supermoto (must be restricted)
• 2022-on GasGas SM 700 (must be restricted)
• Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono (must be restricted)
• Ducati Hypermotard 950 (A2 35kw model only)

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2025-on KTM 125 SMC-R

Nowadays there are plenty of new 125cc motorbikes to choose from when riding on a CBT or A1 licence, however hardly any of them from Japan or Europe appear to be dedicated to those who want a supermoto. KTM have solved this problem for 2025 with the 125 SMC-R, a full sized 125 supermoto with some genuine standard goodies that aren’t even optional on larger bikes.

A reduced glare 4.2 inch TFT display is up front with music connectivity, call management, turn by turn navigation and riding modes. Adjustable footpegs are also onboard as standard, and the ABS comes with an obligatory KTM “supermoto mode”.

It’s an attractive bike in bright orange colours which concerned parents will be grateful for, their 17 year old heading off down the road on something that’s clearly visible to other road users. it’s got the right ingredients and visual wow factor so it should come with some reasonable success at under £5k for a learner legal premium 125 supermoto. Not the cheapest but definitely one of the best equipped.

Specs: Engine size 124.99cc / Power 14.8bhp / Weight 145kg (without fuel) / Seat height 860mm
Highlights: Full sized Supermoto for new riders / TFT dash with music connectivity / Standard brakes and suspension appear to be well sorted
Price: £4899 | buy from here
Review: snapshot: The 125 SMC-R is brand new and we’ve not tested it yet. Another popular KTM 125 that shares the same engine is the KTM Duke 125. You can read about it below.

“It is stunning not just how many features you get on the new KTM 125 Duke learner-legal naked but also its overall impression of quality and enormous visual appeal. It blows the socks off all its rivals and A1-licence-owning teenagers will be battering down KTM dealers’ doors.” You can read the full review of the KTM Duke 125 on MCN.

Interested in this bike? Find KTM 125 SMC-R for sale.

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2025-on Aprilia SX 125

Updated for 2025, Aprilia’s SX 125 is another full-sized 125cc supermoto that offers the maximum power permitted for CBT/A1 licenced riders. The tall 880mm seat may be unsuitable for those on the shorter side, but the rest of the bike is friendly with soft suspension and linear engine power.

Sitting towards the upper end of 125cc learner motorcycle pricing, it’s a decently screwed together machine but still a basic offering with unadjustable everything and the new colour dashboard display is tiny.

The previous model showed it was dependable as an everyday ride so despite the equipment level, it’s a great option to get around.

Specs: Engine size 124.2cc / Power 14.6bhp / Weight 134kg (wet) / Seat height 880mm
Highlights: Lightweight even with a full tank / Makes the maximum power permitted for the category / More affordable than other premium 125’s
Price: £4030 | buy from here
Review snapshot: The latest Aprilia SX 125 isn’t out for us to review yet, but you can read what we thought of the previous version below.

“The SX looks fantastic in the flesh and fits all shapes and sizes of rider, even those who have been through a recent growth spurt/McDonalds binge. The little single engine is reliable and sips fuel with 80mpg easily achievable, making the SX cheap to run on a shoestring.” You can read the full review of the 2018-on Aprilia SX 125 on MCN.

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2025-on Rieju Marathon 125 LC PRO SM

Rieju have been a long standing presence in this sector with the Spanish brand offering quality and affordable 125 motorcycles, mainly supermotos and enduro. They’ve found great success in pinching the same engine Yamaha use in their motorcycles, with the latest version including variable valve actuation for maximum efficiency at speed and high rpm.

With a dry weight of 121kg, it’s light on its feet but it has a tiny 6.3-litre fuel tank which spoils the range. It’s a very economical bike, but an extra few litres would have played to its advantage.

If you are looking for 125 supermoto with a gold reputation for reliability, the Yamaha/Minarelli powered Rieju’s over the years have been solid and the current offering in 2025 looks to continue the trend.

Specs: Engine size 125cc / Power 14.6bhp / Weight 121kg (dry) / Seat height 870mm
Highlights: VVA engine shared with Yamaha / Positive track record over the years / Genuine contender for best 125cc Supermoto
Price: £4899
Review: We’ve haven’t tested the latest Rieju but you can read what we made of the older model below:

“Rieju may sound like a dodgy Chinese brand but this is a quality piece of kit, the engine is well finished, the styling bang-on and the quality of standard components high.” Read the full review of the 2009-on Rieju Marathon 125 on MCN.

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2025-on KTM 390 SMC-R

Quite possibly a hit in the making, the KTM 390 SMC-R looks set to be a potent supermoto with an impressive spec as standard. Almost unheard of for a bike this price, adjustable compression and rebound on its WP APEX forks, with the 20-click adjustable rear WP Apex shock keeping things in check and allowing the rider to tune the bike to their needs.

A punchy single-cylinder motor thumps out 44.3bhp and isn’t all bark with no bite, the other KTMs with this engine have some impressive acceleration and enough in their pocket for a comfortable trip at 70mph where the valves aren’t screaming in 6th gear.

Bluetooth connectivity via the TFT dash facilitates music and calls through the switchgear to a connected intercom headset on the riders helmet. Suzuki haven’t released the price for their new DR-Z4SM but you can bet this 390 SMC-R is going to make life difficult for sales at Suzuki. At £5699, the 390 SMC-R is good value for what you get and could be one of the best A2 supermotos you can buy in 2025.

Specs: Engine size 398.7cc / Power 44.3bhp / Weight 154kg (without fuel) / Seat height 860mm
Highlights:
Price: £5699 | buy from here
Review snapshot: The 390 SMC-R hasn’t released yet and we’ve not tested it. You can check out the review of it’s much loved honorary Supermoto cousin the KTM Duke 390 below.

“It has the same no-nonsense attitude you’ll find in its big capacity stablemates. It’s fast, sharp handling and has superb brakes, but it’s friendly and never intimidating for newer riders. It’s also packed with goodies you wouldn’t have found on an A2 licence machine just a few years ago, including adjustable suspension, a Bluetooth-enabled colour dash and a cornering traction control and ABS system that you can set to keep you safe or smiling.” You can read the full review of the 2024-on KTM Duke 390 on MCN.

Interested in this bike? Find KTM 390 SMC-R for sale.

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Best Supermotos to buy on the used market

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There are plenty of supermotos to choose from on the used market, so we’ve suggested a handful of the most loved with options to suit all licence categories. There’s one for you no matter where you’re at in your biking journey.

• 2009-2017 Yamaha WR125X (CBT & A1 compliant)
• 2005-2009 Suzuki DR-Z400SM (A2 Compliant)
• 2008-2015 Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 (A2 Compliant with restrictor)
• 2009-2013 KTM 990 Supermoto R (A licence only)

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2009-2017 Yamaha WR125X

The WR125X was highly sought after by 17 years old back when Yamaha still had it on their model list. Quality components and reliability for new riders, the WR125X makes an excellent buy on the used market.

Specs: Engine size 124.7cc / Power 14.6bhp / Weight 137kg (wet) / Seat height 920mm
Highlights: Class-leading learner supermoto / Excellent handling and entertaining engine / Loads of kit as standard
Used price: £1300-£4000 | buy from here

Review snapshot: “Even for a newer rider, insuring a Yamaha WR 125 X isn’t a huge drama as its age makes it affordable. Economy figures in the 90mpg range and annual servicing costs of less than £150 make it a very cheap bike to run and there are loads of aftermarket parts available online to help cut running costs should anything fail.” Read the full review of the Yamaha WR125X on MCN.

Interested in this bike? Find Yamaha WR125X for sale.

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2005-2009 Suzuki DR-Z400SM

Suzuki’s DR-Z400SM may of been short lived in the UK, but it made one heck of a lasting impression. There’s always a few for sale online and some examples are still well below 10,000 miles.

Specs: Engine size 398cc / Power 38.5bhp / Weight 146kg (wet) / Seat height 890mm
Highlights: Simple go anywhere fun / Lightweight at 146kg fuelled / A2 compliant without restriction
Used price: £2300-£4700, search for a used Suzuki DR-Z400SM with MCN.
Review snapshot: “The fact there are so many DRZs still plodding about the UK’s trails tells you all you need to know. This is a very reliable bike and while the build quality may not be that amazing, the fact the little Suzuki simply refuses to give up is what makes it special.” You can read the full review of both the DR-Z400SM and DR-Z400S on MCN.

Interested in this bike? Find Suzuki DR-Z400SM for sale

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2008-2015 Aprilia Dorsoduro 750

Aprilia’s Dorsoduro 750 never had the firepower to compete directly with Ducati’s Hypermotard 1100, but it did make itself known for being miles more friendly. At nearly 100bhp, it’s not slow by any means and it’s still full of Italian charm.

Specs: Engine size 749cc / Power 92bhp / Weight 186kg (dry) / Seat height 870mm
Highlights: A fabulous larger-capacity supermoto / Excellent engine stolen from Shiver / A bike you can truly chuck around
Used price: £3000-£4800 | buy from here
Review snapshot: “Easy to ride, not intimidating, making the Dorsa a fun, real world, big capacity supermoto.” Read the full review of the Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 on MCN.

Interested in this bike? Find Aprilia Dorsoduro 750 for sale.

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2009-2013 KTM 990 Supermoto R

KTM know how to make fun bikes, and this is one of their greatest hits. With V-twin powered supermoto action, this bike is a blast. Finding a good one of these can sometimes be a mission of its own, but if you do, don’t mull it over for long as another buyer will surely beat you to it!

Specs: Engine size 999cc / Power 114bhp / Weight 192kg (dry) / Seat height 875mm
Highlights: Hysterical powerhouse / Powerful brakes and sorted suspension / Fun factor 11 out 10
Used price: £4500 – £5500 | buy from here
Review snapshot: “A complete hooligan bike. Get on it, point it towards some tight, twisty roads and try not to giggle with excitement.” Read the full review of the KTM 990 Supermoto R on MCN.

Interested in this bike? Find KTM 990 Supermoto R for sale.

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Competition Supermotos you can buy new in 2025

These are “out of the box” competition bikes that are designed for handlebar bashing and peg scraping at championship level supermoto races. You’ll find they aren’t road legal and are solely prepared to tackle the wildest supermoto tracks. It’s the most straightforward option at buying a new race prepared supermoto, without the need to convert an off road model away from the mud.

We’ve picked two with the biggest reputations for being track weapons straight from the showroom.

• 2025-on TM Racing 4T 450Fi SMK
• 2025-on KTM 450 SMR

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2025-on TM Racing 4T 450Fi SMK

TM know a thing or two about making a fast supermoto, winning the FIM S1 championship an incredible 12 years in a row between 2012-2024 (championship not held in 2018). TM may be a much smaller brand, but they are definitely home to the fastest competition supermotos today.

Specs: Engine size 449cc / Power Undisclosed / Weight 115kg (Without fuel) / Seat height 940mm
Highlights: Astonishing championship win record / Boutique Italian Supermoto / “Reverse” chassis
Price: £12,995

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2025-on KTM 450 SMR

This is KTM’s latest 450 SMR, we’ve seen both Dani Pedrosa and Pedro Acosta getting some training in this year on 450 SMRs. Good enough for a MotoGP legend and his Red Bull KTM Factory Racing disciple, it should be just fine for the rest of us.

Related: Watch exclusive video interview with Pedro Acosta and MCN sports editor Michael Guy

Specs: Engine size 449.9cc / Power 62bhp (estimated) / Weight 108.8kg (without fuel) / Seat height 898mm
Highlights: It really is “Ready to Race” / Certified Supermoto track weapon / Adept at Ice riding for 2025
Price: £11,799

Interested in this bike? Find KTM 450 SMR for sale

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2025 welcomes the latest and greatest

It’s good to see the category injected with fresh life heading into 2025, with new models being added across a range of differing engine configurations and budgets. Check back in later this year to catch our reviews of the latest models.