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Honda Shine vs Bajaj Pulsar 125

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Honda Shine or Bajaj Pulsar 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Shine and Pulsar 125. Honda Shine Price starts at Rs.85,590 (ex-showroom) for Drum OBD-2B and Bajaj Pulsar 125 Price starts at Rs.92,320 (ex-showroom) for Single Seat. Honda Shine is 1 cylinder, 123 cc Engine can generate 10.63 bhp @ 7500 rpm power whereas Bajaj Pulsar 125 is a 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 11.64 bhp @ 8500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Shine provides a mileage of 55 kmpl (base model), and Pulsar 125 has a mileage of 50 kmpl (base model). Honda Shine is available in 6 colours & 6 variants whereas Bajaj Pulsar 125 is available in 2 colours & 3 variants.

Shine vs Pulsar 125

Key HighlightsHonda ShineBajaj Pulsar 125
PriceRs.85,590Rs.92,320
Engine Capacity123.94 cc124.4 cc
Power10.63 bhp @ 7500 rpm11.64 bhp @ 8500 rpm
Mileage/Range55 kmpl50 kmpl
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Honda  Shine Drum OBD-2B bike
Drum OBD-2B
Rs. 85,590
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Bajaj Pulsar 125 Single Seat bike
Single Seat
Rs. 92,320
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
96,118
Price Breakup
1.04 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.2
4.1
Transmission Type
Automatic
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
11.5 Litres
Engine Displacement
123.94 cc
124.4 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
CBS
Calliper Type
-
Front 2 Piston
Front Disc Size
130
240
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
25
25
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25
25
Front Wheel Size
18
17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
41
32
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33
28
Rear Wheel Size
18
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopic
Telescopic
Rear Suspension
Hydraulic Type
Twin Gas Shock
Front Tyre Size
80/100 - 18
80/100 - 17

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
-
LED headlight
-

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/ 42000 Kms
5 Years or 75000 km

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Diamond Type
Single down tube

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
All 5 Up
1 Down 4 Up
Ignition
CDI
CDI
Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
2 Per Cylinder
Engine Capacity
123.94 cc
124.4 cc
Engine Type
Single Cylinder PGM -Fi
4-Stroke& 2-Valve& Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i Engine
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
2
2
Transmission Type
Automatic
Manual
Battery Capacity
-
1.26 kwh
Battery Type
Maintenance Free
Maintenance Free
Top Speed
102 kmph
100 kmph
Bore x Stroke
50 mm x 63.1 mm
56 mm x 50.5 mm
Charging Socket
-
Configuration
Single Cylinder
Single Cylinder
Cooling type
Air Cooled
Air Cooled

Comfort & Convenience

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

Safety

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

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2046 mm
2042 mm
Width
737 mm
755 mm
Height
1116 mm
1060 mm
Wheelbase
1285 mm
1320 mm
Ground Clearance
162 mm
165 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
11.5 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
-
1.2 Litres
Body Type
Commuter
Sports Bike
Seat Height
791 mm
790 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
113 kg
142 kg

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
  • It is well priced
  • Looks Quite Big for a 125cc motorcycle
  • Offers decent performance and mileage from engine
Cons
  • Lacks modern features like digital display
  • No major changes in design for a long time
  • Price is higher than the competitors
  • Front-heavy frame
  • Same dated looks as bigger engine variants
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Detailed Comparison of Honda Shine and Bajaj Pulsar 125

Safety

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

Comfort & Convenience

Honda Shine has features like Pillion Footrest, Low Oil Indicator, Service Reminder Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port, Distance to Empty Indicator and Bajaj Pulsar 125, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Low Battery Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch.

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Honda Shine and Bajaj Pulsar 125 Owner Reviews

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    • AP
      Abhishek Prasad
      27 Jul 2025
      5.0
      The Honda Shine offers excellent mileage and outstanding comfort. It’s truly one of the best bikes from Honda, delivering a smooth and enjoyable riding experience. I highly recommend purchasing it—without a doubt, Shine is the No.1 bike when it comes to comfort and reliability. Simply the best, best, and best.
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      Adesh Joshi
      27 Jul 2025
      4.2
      Excellent! Nice work great wheels, strong body, and overall a top-notch machine. I absolutely love it! It’s viral-worthy and truly desirable. Just top, in every way.
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      RAHUL KUMAR
      27 Jul 2025
      5.0
      My Honda Shine bike is amazing. It has a great look and excellent service. The mileage is one of the best in its segment. I recommend this bike to my friends I truly love it.
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      Rohit Mishra
      26 Jul 2025
      5.0
      Awesome bike and very comfortable ride on this bike I'am using shine from 2020. I suggest for good mileage and performance. And the parts are freely available every where always.
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      Preet rajgor
      26 Jul 2025
      4.4
      This is my first bike and I'm loving it all features are good seat is very comfortable and mileage is good perfomance is also good overall bike is good for long drive.
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