Honda CB125 Hornet Launched in India at Rs 1.12 Lakh

Following its debut last month, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has officially announced the price for the CB125 Hornet in India. The bike carries an introductory Rs 1.12 lakh (ex-showroom, Gurugram), and is now available for reservations. It targets urban riders with its aggressive styling, full-LED lighting, distinctive golden upside-down front forks, and a 4.2-inch TFT display with Honda RoadSync connectivity. As for the market rivalry, the CB125 Hornet locks horns with the TVS Raider (Rs 87,375) and the Hero Xtreme 125R (Rs 95,299). 

Honda CB125 Hornet: Design and Features

The new Honda CB125 positions itself as a premium offering in the 125cc segment, and borrows design cues from its larger 'Hornet' siblings to reflect an aggressive and sporty styling. The sharp front fascia is dominated by signature twin-LED headlamps with integrated LED DRLs and high-mounted LED turn indicators.

The muscular fuel tank is adorned with sharp extensions, while the front suspension boasts gold-finished upside-down (USD) forks (segment-first premium feature). Other highlights include a sporty muffler design and multi-spoke alloy wheels. The Honda CB125 Hornet comes in four colors: Lime Yellow, Red, Gloss Blue, and an all-black option. The Lime Yellow, Red, and Gloss Blue bikes all have dark blue accents and wheels that match the main body colour. The all-black version is special because it has matte gold alloy wheels. 

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In terms of features, the bike features a 4.2-inch TFT display, which supports Bluetooth connectivity via Honda’s RoadSync app, allowing riders to access music info, call and message alerts, and turn-by-turn navigation.

Honda CB125 Hornet: Engine and Hardware

The heart of the baby Hornet is a 123.94 cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine that pumps out 11bhp at 7,500rpm and 11.2Nm at 6,000rpm, and is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The 0-60km/h acceleration time stands at 5.4 seconds. 

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As for hardware, the bike's golden upside-down (USD) front forks paired with a preload-adjustable monoshock. For braking, there is a 240mm front disc with single-channel ABS and a rear drum brake. The bike rides on 17-inch wheels, fitted with an 80/100-17 tyre at the front and a 110/80-17 tyre at the rear.