Honda Cb125f vs Honda Shine 125
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Honda Cb125f vs Honda Shine 125. Honda Cb125f: 11 hp @ 8,500 rpm hp, 127 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 110–115 km/h (estimated; note: may vary by market and rider weight), Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Honda Shine 125: 10.7 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 126 kg (curb weight) weight, top speed 95 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.2/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Cb125f
Honda Shine 125
Horsepower (hp)
11 hp
10.7 hp
Torque (Nm)
11 Nm
10.9 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
110 km/h
95 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
127 kg
126 kg
Type
Commuter
Commuter
Horsepower
11 hp @ 8,500 rpm
10.7 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
11 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
10.9 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed
110–115 km/h (estimated; note: may vary by market and rider weight)
95 km/h
Weight
127 kg (wet/curb weight)
126 kg (curb weight)
Fuel
2.0–2.5 L/100km (approximately 40–50 km/L real-world average)
3.3 L/100km or approximately 55-60 km/L (real-world average, estimated)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Honda Cb125f
6.5/10
"The sensible, slightly dull choice that rarely lets you down."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Exceptional fuel economy
+Fuel injection always starts
Cons
−Painfully slow on A-roads
−Soft uninspiring suspension
−Gets thrashed by commuters
Honda Shine 125
7.2/10
"Sensible, unbreakable commuter that rewards practicality over passion."
Pros
+Bulletproof engine longevity
+Excellent fuel economy
+Cheap widespread spare parts
Cons
−Drum brakes feel wooden
−Zero excitement factor
−Headstock wear pre-2018
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