Comparison of Honda CB125 Hornet, Hero Xtreme 125R, and TVS Raider 125
Honda CB125 Hornet vs TVS Raider vs Hero Xtreme 125R.
The 125cc motorcycle segment is buzzing and is one of the highly-contested segments in the Indian two-wheeler market. At present, the segment is dominated by the likes of the Hero Xtreme 125R and the TVS Raider 125. However, Honda, too has now entered the space with a sporty offering. The new CB125 Hornet will compete directly against its sporty entry-level rival, the Xtreme 125R. And of course, the Raider, which also has a strong foothold in the market. Let’s break down how the three contenders stack up in performance, features, and pricing.
Honda CB125 Hornet vs Hero Xtreme 125R vs TVS Raider 125: Engine specs
Starting with the performance game, the Honda CB125 Hornet draws power from a 123.94 cc, single-cylinder motor that produces 11 hp at 7,500 rpm and 11.2 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. The engine is paired with a 5-speed gearbox and the bike claims to do 0 to 60 kmph in just 5.4 seconds - the quickest of the three. It’s also the lightest, tipping the scales at just 124 kg. The TVS Raider, on the other hand, features a 124.8 cc motor with an output of 11.2 hp at 7,500 rpm and a segment-leading 11.2 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. With a kerb weight of 123 kg, it’s just a shade lighter than the Hornet and clocks 0-60 kmph in 5.8 seconds. The Hero Xtreme 125R gets a 124.7cc engine producing 11.4 hp at 8,250 rpm and 10.5 Nm at 6,500 rpm. It’s the heaviest of the lot at 136 kg and takes 5.9 seconds for the 0-60 kmph run.
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Honda CB125 Hornet vs Hero Xtreme 125R vs TVS Raider 125: Features compared
When it comes to features, the TVS Raider goes big with its 5-inch TFT display, Bluetooth connectivity, SmartXconnect tech, and even voice commands. However, it skips ABS. The Hornet, in contrast, offers single-channel ABS and segment-first USD forks. It also comes with a 4.2-inch TFT screen, Bluetooth pairing through the Honda Roadsync app, and a Type-C charging port. The Hero Xtreme 125R keeps things simpler with a standard digital instrument cluster, USB charging, and single-channel ABS.
Honda CB125 Hornet vs Hero Xtreme 125R vs TVS Raider 125: Pricing
In terms of pricing, TVS remains the most affordable, with the Raider starting at Rs 87,010, ex-showroom. The Hero Xtreme 125R is priced from Rs 98,425, ex-showroom. Honda is yet to reveal the pricing for the CB125 Hornet, but it will be announced on August 1, 2025, when bookings also open.
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