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Bajaj Freedom 125 vs Honda CB 125 Hornet

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Freedom 125 or Honda CB 125 Hornet? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Freedom 125 and CB 125 Hornet. Bajaj Freedom 125 Price starts at Rs.90,976 (ex-showroom) for NGO4 Drum and Honda CB 125 Hornet Price starts at Rs.1.12 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Bajaj Freedom 125 is N/A cylinder, 125 cc Engine can generate 9.5 Ps @ 8000 rpm power whereas Honda CB 125 Hornet is a 1 cylinder, 123 cc Engine can generate 10.9 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of range, Freedom 125 provides a range of N/Akm/charge (base model), and CB 125 Hornet has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Bajaj Freedom 125 is available in 5 colours & 3 variants whereas Honda CB 125 Hornet is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

Freedom 125 vs CB 125 Hornet

Key HighlightsBajaj Freedom 125Honda CB 125 Hornet
PriceRs.90,976Rs.1.12 Lakh
Engine Capacity125 cc123.94 cc
Power9.5 Ps @ 8000 rpm10.9 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/RangeN/A km/chargeN/A km/charge
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Bajaj Freedom 125 NGO4 Drum bike
NGO4 Drum
Rs. 90,976
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Honda CB 125 Hornet STD bike
STD
Rs. 1.12 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
98,527
Price Breakup
1.26 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.5
1.0
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
2 Litres
12 Litres
Engine Displacement
125 cc
123.94 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
Single Channel ABS
Calliper Type
-
Fixed
Front Disc Size
-
240
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Front Wheel Size
R17
R17
Rear Wheel Size
R16
R17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopic Fork
Upside down Fork (USD)
Rear Suspension
Linked Monoshock
Mono-shock
Front Tyre Size
80/90 -17
80/100 R17
Rear Tyre Size
80/100-16
110/80 R17
Front Type
Drum
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
110 mm
130 mm
Rear Type
Drum
Drum
Tubeless Tyres
check
check

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
-
Touch Screen Display
-
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
check
-
Tachometer
-
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
-
LED headlight
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
5 years /75000 Kms
3 Years

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Trellis Frame
Diamond

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 4 Up
1 Down 4 Up
Ignition
CDI
-
Engine Capacity
125 cc
123.94 cc
Engine Type
4 Stroke Air Cooled
4 Stroke, SI Engine
No. of Cylinders
-
1
No. of valves per cylinder
2
1
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Top Speed
93.4 kmph
-
Bore x Stroke
54 mm x 54.4 mm
50.0 mm x 63.121 mm
Configuration
Single Cylinder
Single Cylinder
Cooling type
Air cooled
-
Fuelling
-
PGM-FI
Max Power
9.5 Ps @ 8000 rpm
10.9 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
9.7 Nm @ 5000 rpm
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Number of Gears
5 Speed
5 Speed

Comfort & Convenience

Call/SMS Alerts
check
check
Front Storage Box
-
Geo Fencing
-
Low Battery Indicator
-
check
Pillion Backrest
-
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
-
1
GPS & Navigation
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Seat Style
Single
Split Seat
Side Stand Indicator
-
check
Start Type
Electric & Kick Start
Self Start
USB Charger Port
check

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
-
Hazard Warning Indicator
-
Radial Tyres
-
Side Stand Alarm
check
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
Halogen
Led
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
check
Slipper Clutch
check
Traction Control System
-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
-
2015 mm
Width
-
783 mm
Height
-
1087 mm
Wheelbase
1340 mm
1330 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
166 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
2 Litres
12 Litres
Body Type
Commuter
Commuter
Seat Height
825 mm
-
Unladden/Kerb Weight
147.8 kg
124 kg

Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
-
check

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • World’s first CNG-powered commuter motorcycle
  • Offers a combined range of 330 km, 200km in CNG and 130 km in petrol mode
  • Affordable pricing with a starting price of Rs 95,000 (ex-showroom)
  • Gets a dedicated CNG & Petrol switchover button, and can be switched between petrol and CNG on the go
  • It offers the longest seat in the segment with 785 mm length
  • Available in three variants and multiple dual-tone colour options
  • Gone through 11 safety tests to ensure the safety of the CNG cylinder and overall motorcycle
  • Bajaj’s widespread sales and service network
  • Bold and aggressive streetfighter styling looks good.
  • Segment-first USD forks with gold finish
  • 4.2-inch TFT screen with Bluetooth and turn-by-turn navigation
  • Quickest acceleration in 125cc segment
Cons
  • Design is subjective and may not appeal to everyone
  • Long queues on CNG pumps will result in long wait while refilling the CNG tank
  • The 2 kg CNG and 2-litre petrol capacity is a bit less
  • The base variant misses on LED lighting and disc brake
  • The speedometer console is small in size
  • Higher price tag than most 125cc rivals
  • Rear drum brake instead of disc
  • Ride quality might feel firm on uneven roads
  • Slightly heavier than key rivals like the Raider and Xtreme 125R
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Detailed Comparison of Bajaj Freedom 125 and Honda CB 125 Hornet

Safety

Freedom 125 comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Slipper Clutch. CB 125 Hornet has Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

Comfort & Convenience

Bajaj Freedom 125 has features like Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest and Honda CB 125 Hornet, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

Transmission

Bajaj Freedom 125 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and CB 125 Hornet comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Bajaj Freedom 125 has a 2 Litres. Honda CB 125 Hornet has 1087 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Bajaj Freedom 125 and Honda CB 125 Hornet Owner Reviews

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  • CB 125 Hornet Review
    • NS
      Narendra Singh
      31 Jul 2025
      4.6
      I want the Bajaj Freedom 125 because it perfectly suits my daily routine as a working professional. I travel 40 km every day, and this bike can easily handle that distance within just 30 minutes. It's an ideal choice for someone like me who needs a fuel-efficient and budget-friendly bike. With great mileage and a reasonable price, it’s the right time to go for it.
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      Vikas Gupta
      31 Jul 2025
      4.8
      India’s first CNG bike is truly a game-changer! It looks very beautiful with an attractive color and design. The mileage is impressive—200 km on CNG and around 130 km on just 2 litres of petrol. The pickup is good, making it a smooth ride, and it definitely stands out as a value-for-money option. A smart and right choice for today's fuel-conscious riders.
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    • SK
      Sandeep Kumar
      27 Jul 2025
      5.0
      The Bajaj Freedom 125 is an exciting and innovative bike. I’m really looking forward to owning it! I love its stylish shape and attractive look. The best part is the dual fuel option—CNG and petrol—which makes it a smart and economical choice. Truly a nice and future-ready bike from Bajaj.
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      Anonymous
      26 Jul 2025
      5.0
      Very good bike! It is the only CNG two-wheeler, and I highly recommend it to everyone. It's also eco-friendly and doesn't pollute the environment. Truly a great choice.
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    • BS
      Bala Subramanian
      17 Jul 2025
      5.0
      The bike is very important in our society. It has a stylish and smart look. It is flexible and gives high mileage. It is one of the best bikes in the world.
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