Honda marks 25 years in India with the introduction of Shine 100 DX and CB125 Hornet, aiming to boost its foothold in the commuter and premium 125cc bike segments.
By Reetika Bhatt

HMSI has officially announced that bookings for two of its latest models, the Shine 100 DX and the CB125 Hornet, will open on August 1. The Shine 100 DX brings a premium upgrade to the popular Shine range, featuring chrome accents, a wider fuel tank, bold new graphics, and an LCD instrument cluster. Meanwhile, the CB125 Hornet targets urban riders with its aggressive styling, full-LED lighting, golden upside-down front forks, and a 4.2‑inch TFT display equipped with Honda RoadSync. These unveils are part of Honda’s celebration of 25 years in India, and aim to strengthen its position in both commuter and premium 125cc segments.

The Honda Shine 100 DX is a more premium iteration of the existing Shine 100, featuring design enhancements such as chrome detailing on the headlamp cowl and exhaust heat shield, plus a more prominent fuel tank and fresh body graphics. It now features an LCD and is offered in four new colours, including Imperial Red Metallic and Geny Gray Metallic.
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The Shine 100 DX is powered by a 98.98cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that makes 7.28bhp and 8.04Nm, mated to a 4-speed gearbox. Its underpinnings include a steel frame, telescopic front forks, twin adjustable rear shocks, and 17-inch alloy wheels with tubeless tyres for everyday ride comfort.
Coming to the brand-new CB125 Hornet, it gets a full suite of LED lighting, including dual headlamps, daytime lights, and high-mounted turn signals. Its sporty fuel tank and stubby exhaust lend it a bold stance, while four striking colour options add visual flair. At its core is a 123.94cc fuel-injected engine delivering 11bhp and 11.2Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed transmission. Weighing just 124kg, the bike is claimed to hit 60km/h in just 5.4 seconds.
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Built for dynamic urban performance, it rides on upside-down front forks and a 5-step adjustable rear monoshock. Practical features include alloy wheels, split seats, a tank-mounted ignition key, and a 4.2-inch TFT screen with Bluetooth, offering smartphone pairing, navigation, and call alerts via Honda’s RoadSync tech.