Honda CB 125 Hornet The Honda CB 125 Hornet is actually among Honda’s most stylish entry-level motorcycles available.A great looking vehicle constructed for riders who value sporty appearance, good fuel economy and ease in daily use. The bike fits in the 125cc commuter-sports category and is targeted at students, young professionals and city riders in search of a dependable and stylish vehicle. Dynamic and aggressive design combined with Honda’s realibility makes the CB Hornet the ideal companion of the busy city life.
Design and Styling
Design- Honda CB 125 Hornet owes its design inspiration to the larger sibling- the CB Hornet 160R, and thus gets a sharp headlamp unit with LED DRLs, a beefy fuel tank with shrouds, and aggressive tank extensions among others, which give the bike a bigger bike appeal. The step seat arrangement, sporty grab rails and alloy wheels all help to add to its contemporary fashion. The X shaped LED tail lamp at the rear leaves no stone unturned to spell sexy and if you ask me the bike looks quite smashing in the 125cc lot.
Engine and Performance
The Honda CB 125 Hornet is powered by 124cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that has been tuned to deliver a mix of power and mileage. It generates 11–12 bhp of power and 10–11 Nm of torque and is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. This configuration provides clean pick-up the output and is well suited for both urban trawls and short high-speed stints.
One of the notable aspects of this bike is its fuel economy too, as you could expect to get 55-60 kmpl out of it so it’s reasonably cheap to run in everyday commuting.
Features and Technology
Honda has given the CB 125 Hornet a full-litter of modern tech such as:
- Digital Speedometer, Digital Tachometer, Gear Position Indicator
- LED in headlamp and tail lights configuration
- Front and rear disc brakes with CBS (Combined Braking Sytem) for supreme control and safety
- Tubeless tyres and tuff up alloy wheels for strength
- Telivision exhaust brackets for that sporty look
This helps to make it one of the most feature rich motorcycles in the 125cc segment.
Comfort and Ride Quality
Designed for a comfortable ride: The Honda CB 125 Hornet It is fitted with telescopic front forks and a rear mono-shock absorber that provides a comfortable ride on city roads. The riding stance is erect for a stress-free comfortable ride during long commutes. The bike is stable and manageable in traffic with a kerb weight of approximately 140 kg.
Price and Variants
The Honda CB 125 Hornet is likely to be priced somewhere between ₹90,000 to ₹1.10 lakh (ex-showroom, India). It will come in several color options and versions to address the diverse needs of riders.
Final Verdict
The Honda CB 125 Hornet, powerful in performance, sophisticated and elegant in style is all set to take the world of bikes to a whole new level. It’s a very good option for those who are looking for a premium 125cc bike for daily commuting, without compromising on features and comfort.
