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Honda Hornet 2.0 vs KTM RC 125

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Honda Hornet 2.0 or KTM RC 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Hornet 2.0 and RC 125. Honda Hornet 2.0 Price starts at Rs.1.58 Lakh (ex-showroom) for OBD2B and KTM RC 125 Price starts at Rs.1.91 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Honda Hornet 2.0 is 1 cylinder, 184 cc Engine can generate 17.03 bhp @ 8500 rpm power whereas KTM RC 125 is a 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Hornet 2.0 provides a mileage of 42.3 kmpl (base model), and RC 125 has a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model). Honda Hornet 2.0 is available in 4 colours & 4 variants whereas KTM RC 125 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants.

Hornet 2.0 vs RC 125

Key HighlightsHonda Hornet 2.0KTM RC 125
PriceRs.1.58 LakhRs.1.91 Lakh
Engine Capacity184.4 cc124.7 cc
Power17.03 bhp @ 8500 rpm14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Mileage/Range42.3 kmpl40 kmpl
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Honda Hornet 2.0 OBD2B bike
OBD2B
Rs. 1.58 Lakh
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STD
Rs. 1.91 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.77 Lakh
Price Breakup
2.15 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.0
4.1
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
13.7 Litres
Engine Displacement
184.4 cc
124.7 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
Dual Channel ABS
-
Calliper Type
Front - 2 Piston & Rear - 1 Piston
Front 4 Piston Rear 1 Piston
Front Disc Size
276
320
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
25
29
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25
29
Front Wheel Size
17
17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
29
32
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25
29
Rear Wheel Size
17
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
Upside down Fork (USD)
WAPE43
Rear Suspension
Monoshock
WP APEX MoNoshock
Front Tyre Size
110/70 - 17
110/70 - R17

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
check
LED headlight
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/42000 Kms
2 Years or 30000 km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Diamond Type
Steel trellis frame& powder coated

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 4 Up
1 Down 5 Up
Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
184.4 cc
124.7 cc
Engine Type
4 Stroke SI Engine
4-stroke engine
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
2
4
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
-
0.096 kwh
Range
540 km/charge
-
Top Speed
130 kmph
120 kmph
Bore x Stroke
61 mm x 63.09 mm
58 mm x 47.2 mm
Configuration
Single Cylinder
-
Cooling type
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Max Power
17.03 bhp @ 8500 rpm
14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

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

Safety

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

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2034 mm
1977 mm
Width
783 mm
-
Height
1064 mm
824 mm
Wheelbase
1355 mm
1341 mm
Ground Clearance
167 mm
158 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 Litres
13.7 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
-
1.5 Litres
Body Type
Sports Bike
Sports Bike
Seat Height
790 mm
824 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
142 kg
160 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Gets upside down front forks
  • Full digital instrument cluster
  • Great service reach
  • It is worth for its cost and easy to maintain.
  • Looks like a larger capacity sports bike
  • excellent performance for a small 125cc engine
  • Agile handling
Cons
  • Misses out on dual-channel ABS
  • Pillion seat has less space
  • Priced quite high
  • Expensive for a 125cc bike
  • Small engine does not suit the design theme
  • Uncomfortable over long rides
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Detailed Comparison of Honda Hornet 2.0 and KTM RC 125

Safety

Hornet 2.0 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Hazard Warning Switch, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . RC 125 has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Radial Tyres, Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

Comfort & Convenience

Honda Hornet 2.0 has features like Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator and KTM RC 125, on the other hand, has Average Speed Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Handle Type, Side Stand Indicator.

Transmission

Honda Hornet 2.0 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and RC 125 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission.

Dimensions

Honda Hornet 2.0 has a 12 Litres fuel tank with 1064 mm seat height. KTM RC 125 has 824 mm seat height and 13.7 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Honda Hornet 2.0 and KTM RC 125 Owner Reviews

  • Hornet 2.0 Review
  • RC 125 Review
    • AN
      Aayan Nahar
      08 Jul 2025
      4.4
      The Hornet 2.0 delivers punchy performance, aggressive styling, and sharp handling. Its refined engine, led lighting, and muscular build make it a perfect blend of power, comfort, and street presence.
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      FARDEEN
      03 Jul 2025
      4.2
      The Hornet 2.0 is a sporty and stylish bike equipped with a powerful 184cc engine. It offers excellent pickup, LED lights, and a digital console. Its key highlights include impressive mileage, strong braking, and a smooth ride quality. Overall, it’s a perfect blend of performance and style.
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    • MK
      Md Kaif
      30 Jun 2025
      5.0
      Honda Hornet has best features includes its aggressive streetfighter design, speed and refinded 160cc, engine, LED headlamp and tail lamp, digital instrument cluster, monoshock rear suspension and single channel abs for added safety. It also offers a comfortable riding posture, good fuel efficiency, reliable. Honda build quality, making it a strong choice in the 160 cc segment.
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      Anshul sharma
      19 Jun 2025
      4.0
      This bike is best for performance and mileage also with good looks. Overall this is a great deal for all types of people. I am using this for 6 years and I can say its a perfect fit for 160cc segment.
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    • GK
      Gaurav Kumar
      1 Month ago
      5.0
      Best bike is the my opinion and the quality is the best mileage, this bike and look are beautiful.
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