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Shine Variants & Prices

₹ 82,449ex-showroom · last updated 2026

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Engine
123.94cc
Power
10.59bhp
Weight
113kg
EMI starting from ₹5,000/month · subject to bank approval

02 / Variants

Honda Shine 125 Variants and Prices (2025): Which One to Buy?

The Honda Shine 125 is available in three variants in India, each adding one meaningful upgrade over the previous.

Shine Drum - Rs 82,449 (ex-showroom) The entry-level variant comes with 130mm drum brakes front and rear, a full digital instrument console, idling stop system, USB-C charging port, CBS, and 18-inch alloy wheels. It is available in Pearl Igneous Black, Geny Gray Metallic, and Decent Blue Metallic. For most city commuters riding within 60 kmph, the drum brakes are entirely adequate - Honda's CBS distributes braking force well and the lever feel is progressive rather than sudden.

Shine Disc - Rs 86,809 (ex-showroom) Step up Rs 4,360 and you get a 240mm front disc brake with CBS. The braking upgrade is worth it if you frequently ride at higher speeds, use expressways, or carry a pillion regularly. The disc offers shorter stopping distances and better heat management over repeated hard braking. Available in all six colours, including Rebel Red Metallic and Matte Axis Gray Metallic.

Shine Limited Edition - Rs 87,838 (ex-showroom) Priced Rs 1,029 above the Disc, the Limited Edition adds unique graphics and a premium finish to the standard disc-brake package. The mechanical spec is identical - same 123.94cc engine, CBS, and 240mm front disc. Pick it only if you genuinely like the graphics; the premium is cosmetic, not functional.

Which variant should you buy? For most buyers, the Shine Disc at Rs 86,809 is the sweet spot. The Rs 4,360 jump from Drum to Disc buys a real safety upgrade, and the disc makes a measurable difference in stopping distances. Skip the Drum unless budget is a hard constraint. The Limited Edition is worth the extra Rs 1,029 only if the exclusive look matters to you.

SpecShine DrumShine DiscShine Limited Edition
Price₹ 82,449₹ 86,809₹ 87,838
Engine123.94 cc123.94 cc123.94 cc
Max Power10.59 bhp10.59 bhp10.59 bhp
Mileage (ARAI)———
ABSCBSCBSCBS
WheelsAlloyAlloyAlloy
Start TypeKick and Self StartKick and Self StartKick and Self Start
TyresTubelessTubelessTubeless
Colours661

On a 20% down payment on the Disc variant (Rs 86,809), the EMI works out to approximately Rs 2,100-2,400 per month over 36 months at 9-11% interest. Most Honda dealers offer tie-ups with Bajaj Finserv, HDFC, and ICICI for instant financing.

The on-road price adds Rs 10,000-20,000 over ex-showroom depending on your state's RTO charges and insurance premiums. Karnataka buyers pay among the higher on-road premiums due to road tax rates, while Delhi buyers face a more moderate tax slab.

Honda's warranty is 3 years or 42,000 km (whichever comes first), which is solid for the segment. Most buyers don't need extended coverage given Honda's reliability record, but the option is available through authorised dealers.

Frequently Asked Questions

QHow many variants does the Honda Shine 125 come in and what are their prices?▾
The Honda Shine 125 is available in three variants: Drum at Rs 82,449, Disc at Rs 86,809, and Limited Edition at Rs 87,838 (all ex-showroom, Delhi). The Disc adds a 240mm front disc brake over the Drum, while the Limited Edition is mechanically identical to the Disc but adds exclusive graphics.
QWhat is the difference between Honda Shine 125 Drum and Disc variants?▾
The Shine 125 Disc upgrades the front brake from a 130mm drum to a 240mm disc brake with CBS, at a price difference of Rs 4,360 over the Drum (Rs 86,809 vs Rs 82,449 ex-showroom, Delhi). Engine, instrument cluster, suspension, tyres, and all other features are identical across both variants.
QWhich Honda Shine 125 variant offers the best value for money?▾
The Shine Disc at Rs 86,809 (ex-showroom, Delhi) offers the best value for most buyers - the Rs 4,360 premium over the Drum buys a meaningful safety upgrade with a 240mm front disc brake. The Limited Edition at Rs 87,838 costs Rs 1,029 more than the Disc but is purely cosmetically different, making it worthwhile only if you specifically want the exclusive graphics.
QDoes the Honda Shine 125 get dual-channel ABS on any variant?▾
No, none of the Honda Shine 125 variants get ABS - single or dual-channel. The bike uses CBS (Combined Braking System) across all three variants. The Disc and Limited Edition variants pair CBS with a 240mm front disc for better braking performance, while the base Drum uses CBS with 130mm drums at both ends.