Honda CB 125 Hornet has come to India as a fashionable and sporty entry level street bike. The Honda CB 125 Hornet is the best Honda product in the 125cc segment, with violent appearance, TFT digital console, Bluetooth, and good fuel economy.
In this article, We will discuss about the Honda CB 125 Hornet Price, Mileage, Variants, specifications of the equipment, in terms of design, performance, features, price and its competitiveness to competitors.
Honda Company: Overview
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) is another subsidiary of the Honda Motor (Japan) that has been operating in the Indian market since 1999. It will be constructed using high quality material, engineering, and advanced features in order to satisfy the requirements of the rising sporty 125cc market.
| Detail | Information |
| Parent Company | Honda Motor Company, Japan |
| Indian Subsidiary | Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) |
| Established in India | 1999 |
| Headquarters | Manesar, Haryana |
| Manufacturing Plants | Manesar, Narsapura, Tapukara, Vithalapur |
| Popular Models in India | Activa, Shine, Hornet 2.0, CB 125 Hornet, H’ness CB350 |
About Honda CB 125 Hornet
| Motorbike Name | Honda CB 125 Hornet |
| Company Name | Honda Motor Company, Japan |
| Launched Date | 1 August 2025 |
| Mileage | 50-55 kmpl |
| Top Speed | 95 km/h -100 km/h |
| Price On Road | Rs 1,29,205 |
Honda CB 125 Hornet On Road Price
| Variants | Ex-showroom Price (In Delhi) | On Road Price (In Delhi) |
| Honda CB 125 Hornet – Standard | ₹1,12,000 | ₹1,29,205 |
CB 125 Hornet On-Road Price (In Cities)
| City | Honda CB 125 Hornet On-Road Price |
| Mumbai | ₹1,32,565 |
| Delhi | ₹1,29,205 |
| Bangalore | ₹1,43,287 |
| Pune | ₹1,32,565 |
| Hyderabad | ₹1,40,149 |
| Chennai | ₹1,35,232 |
| Kolkata | ₹1,30,325 |
| Lucknow | ₹1,31,405 |
Engine and Performance
The CB 125 Hornet has a 123.94cc single cylinder, BS6 engine, which generates 10.99 bhp, and 11.2 Nm of torque. The gear box is fitted to the engine with a 5-speed manual transmission which provides easy gear changes and economy. It takes only 5.4 seconds to accelerate the bike to 0-60 kmph, which is among the quickest in the 125cc category.
| Specification | Detail |
| Engine Capacity | 123.94 cc |
| Max Power | 10.99 bhp @ 7500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 litres |
| Mileage | 54 kmpl |
Design and Styling
The style of the Honda CB 125 Hornet is based on the larger models, the Hornet 2.0, and the CB series. It has a hostile streetfighter appearance of a sharp LED headlamp, a muscular fuel tank and a sporty upswept tail.
Honda CB 125 Hornet Colours
| S NO | Colour Name |
| 1 | Pearl Siren Blue with Sports Red |
| 2 | Pearl Siren Blue with Athletic Blue Metallic |
| 3 | Pearl Igneous Black |
| 4 | Pearl Siren Blue |
Features and Technology
| Feature | Availability |
| TFT Display (4.2 inch) | Yes |
| Bluetooth & Navigation | Yes |
| ABS | Single Channel |
| USB-C Charging | Yes |
| DRLs | Yes |
| Suspension (Front) | Upside-down Fork |
| Suspension (Rear) | Adjustable Mono-shock |
The CB 125 Hornet has an abundance of features that are few in the 125cc market. It is associated with a 4.2-inch full-color display with TFT display format, which indicates the speed, RPM, gear position, fuel and trip meters among others. Riders will be able to pair their smartphones to make phone calls and directions with Bluetooth and a turn-by-turn navigation.
Other characteristics are:
- Silent start with ACG motor
- USB-C charging port
- LED headlamp with DRLs
- Single-channel ABS
- Upside-down front forks (USD)
- Rear mono-shock (5 steps adjustable)
Brakes and Suspension
To be on the safe side, the CB 125 Hornet will have a 240mm front petal disc and a 130mm rear drum brake with single-channel ABS. This gives it the USD forks on the front and a 5-step adjustable mono-shock at the rear to improve the ride quality and stability.
| Component | Specification |
| Front Brake | 240mm Disc |
| Rear Brake | 130mm Drum |
| ABS | Single Channel |
| Front Suspension | USD Forks |
| Rear Suspension | Adjustable Mono-shock |
Weight and Dimensions
| Parameter | Value |
| Kerb Weight | 124 kg |
| Seat Length | 597 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 166 mm |
| Fuel Tank | 12 litres |
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Violent and trendy design.
- The product is light and portable.
- Bluetooth TFT console in full color.
- Low-consumption 125cc engine (54 kmpl)
- Quick acceleration (0-60 in 5.4s)
Cons
- Could be Better
- After sales services can be more expensive.
- Single-channel ABS only
CB 125 Hornet Competitors in the Market
The CB 125 Hornet will be competing in the emerging sporty 125cc segment. The nearest competitors to it are the Bajaj Pulsar N125, Hero Xtreme 125R, TVS Raider 125 and Honda SP 125.
| Model | Engine | Power | Mileage | Price (On-Road) |
| Honda CB 125 Hornet | 123.94cc | 10.99 bhp | 54 kmpl | ₹1.32 lakh |
| Bajaj Pulsar N125 | 124.58cc | 11.83 bhp | 57 kmpl | ₹1.16 lakh |
| Hero Xtreme 125R | 124.7cc | 11.4 bhp | 58 kmpl | ₹1.18 lakh |
| TVS Raider 125 | 124.8cc | 11.2 bhp | 56 kmpl | ₹1.07 lakh |
| Honda SP 125 | 123.94cc | 10.72 bhp | 63 kmpl | ₹1.11 lakh |
FAQs
The road price of Honda CB 125 Hornet may be found in 132 565 in Mumbai.
The bike has a fuel economy of about 54 kmpl which makes it very economical in the sporty category of 125cc segment.
It has a full-color TFT screen, Bluetooth, turn-by-turn navigation, USB-C charging panel, LED headlamps, and single-channel ABS.
The power and torque of the 123.94cc engine is 10.99 bhp and 11.2 Nm respectively with a 5-speed gearbox.
Its principal competitors are Bajaj Pulsar N125, Hero Xtreme 125R, TVS Raider 125 and Honda SP 125.
