Honda Lead 125 vs Honda Pcx 160
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Honda Lead 125
Honda Pcx 160
Horsepower (hp)
9.2 hp
15.8 hp
Torque (Nm)
10.8 Nm
15 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
95 km/h
120 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
118 kg
132 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
9.2 hp @ 8,000 rpm
15.8 hp @ 8,500 rpm
Torque
10.8 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
15.0 Nm @ 6,500 rpm
Top Speed
95 km/h
~120 km/h
Weight
118 kg (curb weight)
132 kg (curb weight)
Fuel
2.0 L/100km or approximately 50 km/L (typical real-world average)
~2.0 L/100km or ~50 km/L (typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Honda Lead 125
7.5/10
"Dependable urban workhorse that rewards patience over excitement."
Pros
+Bulletproof Honda reliability
+Enormous underseat storage
+Outstanding fuel economy
Cons
−Heavy for a 125
−Variator wears without servicing
−Bland, uninspiring riding experience
Honda Pcx 160
8.0/10
"The commuter scooter benchmark — unglamorous, unbreakable, and utterly sensible."
Pros
+Exceptional reliability record
+Under-seat helmet storage
+Smooth, refined engine
Cons
−Smart Key replacements costly
−Boring above 60mph
−Limited aftermarket support