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Honda Shine vs Bajaj Freedom 125

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Honda Shine or Bajaj Freedom 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Shine and Freedom 125. Honda Shine Price starts at Rs.80,852 (ex-showroom) for Drum OBD-2B and Bajaj Freedom 125 Price starts at Rs.90,976 (ex-showroom) for NGO4 Drum. Honda Shine is 1 cylinder, 123 cc Engine can generate 10.63 bhp @ 7500 rpm power whereas Bajaj Freedom 125 is a 1 cylinder, 125 cc Engine can generate 9.5 Ps @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Shine provides a mileage of 55 kmpl (base model), and Freedom 125 has a mileage of 65 kmpl (base model). Honda Shine is available in 6 colours & 6 variants whereas Bajaj Freedom 125 is available in 2 colours & 3 variants.

Shine vs Freedom 125

Key HighlightsHonda ShineBajaj Freedom 125
PriceRs.80,852Rs.90,976
Engine Capacity123.94 cc125 cc
Power10.63 bhp @ 7500 rpm9.5 Ps @ 8000 rpm
Mileage/Range55 kmpl65 kmpl
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Honda Shine Drum OBD-2B bike
Honda Shine
Drum OBD-2B
Rs. 80,852
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Bajaj Freedom 125 NGO4 Drum bike
Bajaj Freedom 125
NGO4 Drum
Rs. 90,976
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    90,797
    Price Breakup
    98,527
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.3
    4.5
    Transmission Type
    Automatic
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    10.5 Litres
    2 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    123.94 cc
    125 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    CBS
    CBS
    Front Disc Size
    130
    -
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    R18
    R17
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    41
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    33
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    R18
    R16
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic
    Telescopic Fork
    Rear Suspension
    Hydraulic Type
    Linked Monoshock
    Front Tyre Size
    80/100 R18
    80/90-17
    Rear Tyre Size
    90/90 R18
    80/100-16
    Front Brake
    Drum
    Drum

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    -
    check
    LED headlight
    -

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    3 Years/42000 Kms
    5 years /75000 Kms

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Diamond Type
    Trellis Frame

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    All 5 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    check
    -
    Engine Capacity
    123.94 cc
    125 cc
    Engine Type
    4 Stroke& SI& BS-VI Engine
    4 Stroke Air Cooled
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    2
    Transmission Type
    Automatic
    Manual
    Battery Type
    Maintenance Free
    -
    Top Speed
    102 kmph
    93.4 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    50 mm x 63.1 mm
    54 mm x 54.4 mm
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Air cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    -
    Max Power
    10.63 bhp @ 7500 rpm
    9.5 Ps @ 8000 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Call/SMS Alerts
    -
    check
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    -
    Low Oil Indicator
    check
    -
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Service Reminder Indicator
    check
    -
    Under Seat Storage
    -
    GPS & Navigation
    -
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    -
    Instrument Console
    Digital
    Digital
    Seat Style
    Single Seat
    Single
    Shutter Lock
    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
    Halogen
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    check
    Traction Control System

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2046 mm
    -
    Width
    728 mm
    -
    Height
    1116 mm
    -
    Wheelbase
    1285 mm
    1340 mm
    Ground Clearance
    162 mm
    170 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    10.5 Litres
    2 Litres
    Body Type
    Commuter
    Commuter
    Seat Height
    791 mm
    825 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    113 kg
    147.8 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    -
    check

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Build quality is the best in its segment
    • Design is neutral & liked by all
    • Engine performance is very smooth
    • Riding comfort is very good for long rides
    • Fuel economy is one of the best in the segment
    • 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
    Cons
    • Lacks modern features like digital display
    • No major changes in design for a long time
    • Price is higher than the competitors
    • 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
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    Detailed Comparison of Honda Shine and Bajaj Freedom 125

    Safety

    Shine comes loaded with AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm. Freedom 125 has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Slipper Clutch.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Honda Shine has features like Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Shutter Lock, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port and Bajaj Freedom 125, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest.

    Transmission

    Honda Shine comes with 5 Speed Automatic transmission and Freedom 125 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Honda Shine has a 10.5 Litres fuel tank with 1116 mm seat height. Bajaj Freedom 125 has seat height and 2 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Honda Shine and Bajaj Freedom 125 Owner Reviews

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    • Freedom 125 Review
      • R
        Ritish
        20 Jan 2026
        4.2
        The bike is awesome with easy handling and fast pickup. It provides good mileage and comes in a blue color. First-owner transfer available. Selling at a reasonable price with minimal expectations of ₹40,000.
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      • HG
        Harsh Gangrade
        18 Jan 2026
        4.6
        Awesome bike with good features and better mileage at a low price. It is affordable for everyone, even for people with a low salary or from a middle-class family. The maintenance cost is also very low, which makes it a great value for money.
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        Jadeja Dhanraj
        11 Jan 2026
        5.0
        Honda bikes offer the best mileage and are ideal for long rides. Excellent performance makes them a top choice for riders looking for reliability and efficiency.
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      • JM
        Jainendra Mishra
        10 Jan 2026
        4.4
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        This is a really excellent vehicle. It offers a smooth and silent ride with almost zero maintenance. The car performs reliably even at speeds of 120–125 km/h, making it a strong performer in its segment. Overall, it is a well-built, dependable, and enjoyable car to drive.
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        srinu nagalla
        09 Jan 2026
        5.0
        A good bike for daily commuting, offering excellent mileage and remaining in good condition even after 3 years of use. It is suitable for family members and also works well for transport purposes. Overall, an awesome and reliable bike.
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