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Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Honda CB 125 Hornet

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Bajaj Pulsar 125 or Honda CB 125 Hornet? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Pulsar 125 and CB 125 Hornet. Bajaj Pulsar 125 Price starts at Rs.92,890 (ex-showroom) for Single Seat and Honda CB 125 Hornet Price starts at Rs.1.12 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Bajaj Pulsar 125 is 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 11.64 bhp @ 8500 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 mileage, Pulsar 125 provides a mileage of 50 kmpl (base model), and CB 125 Hornet has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Bajaj Pulsar 125 is available in 2 colours & 3 variants whereas Honda CB 125 Hornet is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

Pulsar 125 vs CB 125 Hornet

Key HighlightsBajaj Pulsar 125Honda CB 125 Hornet
PriceRs.92,890Rs.1.12 Lakh
Engine Capacity124.4 cc123.94 cc
Power11.64 bhp @ 8500 rpm10.9 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range50 kmplN/A km/charge
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Bajaj Pulsar 125 Single Seat bike
Bajaj Pulsar 125
Single Seat
Rs. 92,890
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Honda CB 125 Hornet
STD
Rs. 1.12 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.04 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    1.26 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.1
    4.0
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11.5 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    124.4 cc
    123.94 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    CBS
    Single Channel ABS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston
    Fixed
    Front Disc Size
    240
    240
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    17
    R17
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    17
    R17
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic
    Upside down Fork (USD)
    Rear Suspension
    Twin Gas Shock
    Mono-shock
    Front Tyre Size
    80/100 - 17
    80/100 R17

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    -
    LED headlight
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years or 75000 km
    3 Years

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Single down tube
    Diamond

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    -
    Spark Plugs
    2 Per Cylinder
    -
    Engine Capacity
    124.4 cc
    123.94 cc
    Engine Type
    4-Stroke& 2-Valve& Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i Engine
    4 Stroke, SI Engine
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    1
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    1.26 kwh
    -
    Battery Type
    Maintenance Free
    -
    Top Speed
    100 kmph
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    56 mm x 50.5 mm
    50.0 mm x 63.121 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    -
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    PGM-FI

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    -
    Pillion Backrest
    -
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    1
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    Console Type
    Semi-Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    -

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2042 mm
    2015 mm
    Width
    755 mm
    783 mm
    Height
    1060 mm
    1087 mm
    Wheelbase
    1320 mm
    1330 mm
    Ground Clearance
    165 mm
    166 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    11.5 Litres
    12 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    1.2 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Sports Bike
    Commuter
    Seat Height
    790 mm
    -
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    142 kg
    124 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    -
    check

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • It is well priced
    • Looks Quite Big for a 125cc motorcycle
    • Offers decent performance and mileage from engine
    • 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
    • Front-heavy frame
    • Same dated looks as bigger engine variants
    • 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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    Safety

    Pulsar 125 comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. CB 125 Hornet has Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Bajaj Pulsar 125 has features like Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch 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 Pulsar 125 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and CB 125 Hornet comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Bajaj Pulsar 125 has a 11.5 Litres fuel tank with 1060 mm seat height. Honda CB 125 Hornet has 1087 mm seat height and 12 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Bajaj Pulsar 125 and Honda CB 125 Hornet Owner Reviews

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      • Sp
        Sankar paul
        23 Aug 2025
        5.0
        My bike is so good. 6 years completed, no issue at all.
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      • RM
        Rohit Mudewar
        22 Aug 2025
        5.0
        The best bike in the budget segment of ₹1 lakh to ₹1.5 lakh. It offers excellent mileage and a top speed of 105 km/h. It’s suitable for different types of roads and riding conditions.
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        Anonymous
        21 Aug 2025
        3.8
        At this price, my bike is great. The mileage is good.
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      • AS
        Annu Singh
        19 Aug 2025
        5.0
        This bike is an excellent choice for middle-class individuals, younger boys, and students. It is ideal for daily commuting, covering around 50 kilometers per day with ease. Whether it’s for routine tasks, going to work, or running errands like marketing, this bike delivers reliable performance, great mileage, and low maintenance. A perfect blend of economy and efficiency for everyday use.
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        Rajit Attri
        18 Aug 2025
        4.8
        This is a great bike for its price segment. It offers excellent mileage, comfort, and performance for daily use. Bajaj has also given it a futuristic and sporty look, making it perfect for everyday riding.
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