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Honda · Motorcycle
SP 125
₹ 89,406ex-showroom · last updated 2026
- Engine
- 123.94cc
- Power
- 10.72bhp
- Weight
- 116kg
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Honda SP 125 — Overview
Sixty-three kilometres per litre from a 123.94cc engine - that's the number Honda quotes for the SP 125, and real-world owners consistently back it up with 60-62 kmpl in city traffic. At Rs 88,528 ex-showroom for the base drum variant (going up to Rs 96,116 for the DLX disc), you're paying a slight premium over the TVS Raider 125 and Hero Glamour, but what you get in return is Honda's eSP-tuned engine that is genuinely, noticeably smoother than anything else in the 125cc segment - the kind of refinement you notice the moment you roll into rush-hour Mumbai traffic and the engine just whispers along.
The 2025 update brought OBD-2B compliance and, more importantly, a TFT console with Honda RoadSync Bluetooth on the DLX variant - keeping the SP 125 competitive against increasingly feature-loaded rivals. Three variants, seven colours, a 3-year / 42,000 km warranty, and Honda's dense service network across India round out a package that makes a very sensible case for daily commuting. Whether it's the right bike for you depends on how much you value refinement over outright features or aggressive styling.
Honda SP 125 Latest Updates
View allThe Honda SP 125 featured in BikeDekho's Top 5 Best Selling Bikes in March 2026 roundup, reflecting its continued strong monthly sales performance in the highly competitive 125cc commuter segment.
Honda launched the SP125 25-Year Anniversary Edition at Rs 1,02,516 (ex-showroom) in August 2025, featuring Mat Steel Black Metallic and Pearl Siren Blue colours with pyrite brown metallic alloy wheels, commemorative 25-year graphics, and a TFT display - celebrating Honda's 25 years and 70 million two-wheelers manufactured in India.
Honda launched the 2025 SP125 in India starting at Rs 91,771 (ex-showroom, Delhi) in December 2024, introducing OBD-2B compliance, a new LED headlamp and taillight, updated graphics, and a 4.2-inch TFT console with Honda RoadSync Bluetooth, USB-C charging, silent starter, side-stand engine cut-off, and idle start-stop on the DLX variant.
What We Like
- Exceptional real-world fuel efficiency - owners consistently report 60-63 kmpl in city riding, making fuel costs genuinely low
- Refined, butter-smooth engine with negligible vibrations at city speeds thanks to Honda's eSP (enhanced Smart Power) technology
- Low and predictable maintenance costs - authorized service visits run Rs 1,200 - Rs 2,800, and the engine is known to be long-lasting
- Comfortable upright ergonomics with a supportive seat; the 790 mm seat height suits most Indian riders and the posture is effortless for 80-100 km daily commutes
What Could Be Better
- Gear shifting can feel stiff or notchy, especially in bumper-to-bumper city traffic - some owners report the issue persisting even after multiple service visits
- Rear drum brakes lack real bite; the CBS rear feel is uninspiring and asks you to plan your stops rather than rely on sharp response
- Conservative, plain styling - the SP 125 looks dated next to sportier rivals like the TVS Raider 125 or Hero Xtreme 125R
Editor's Verdict
Should You Buy the Honda SP 125?
The Honda SP 125 is the 125cc bike you buy with your head, not your heart. If you want the smoothest, most fuel-efficient commuter in the segment - one you can trust to show up every morning without drama for five-plus years - the SP 125 delivers that in a way few rivals match. If sharp looks, aggressive features, or exciting riding dynamics matter more to you, the TVS Raider 125 or Hero Xtreme 125R will feel more rewarding.
