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Honda Shine vs Hero Passion Plus

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Honda Shine or Hero Passion Plus? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Shine and Passion Plus. Honda Shine Price starts at Rs.85,021 (ex-showroom) for Drum OBD-2B and Hero Passion Plus Price starts at Rs.79,901 (ex-showroom) for I3S Drum Brake Self Start Alloy Wheel. Honda Shine is 1 cylinder, 123 cc Engine can generate 10.63 bhp @ 7500 rpm power whereas Hero Passion Plus is a 1 cylinder, 97 cc Engine can generate 7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Shine provides a mileage of 55 kmpl (base model), and Passion Plus has a mileage of 60 kmpl (base model). Honda Shine is available in 6 colours & 6 variants whereas Hero Passion Plus is available in 4 colours & 2 variants.

Shine vs Passion Plus

Key HighlightsHonda ShineHero Passion Plus
PriceRs.85,021Rs.79,901
Engine Capacity123.94 cc97.2 cc
Power10.63 bhp @ 7500 rpm7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Mileage/Range55 kmpl60 kmpl
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Honda Shine Drum OBD-2B bike
Honda Shine
Drum OBD-2B
Rs. 85,021
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Hero Passion Plus I3S Drum Brake Self Start Alloy Wheel bike
Hero Passion Plus
I3S Drum Brake Self Start Alloy Wheel
Rs. 79,901
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    95,479
    Price Breakup
    89,729
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    3.9
    Transmission Type
    Automatic
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    -
    11 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    123.94 cc
    97.2 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    CBS
    IBS
    Front Disc Size
    130
    130
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    25
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    25
    Front Wheel Size
    18
    18
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    41
    41
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    33
    28
    Rear Wheel Size
    18
    18
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic
    Telescopic
    Rear Suspension
    Hydraulic Type
    Twin Tube
    Front Tyre Size
    80/100 - 18
    80/100 - 18
    Rear Tyre Size
    80/100 - 18
    80/100 - 18

    Instrumentation

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

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    3 Years/ 42000 Kms
    5 Years or 70000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Diamond Type
    Double Cradle

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    All 5 Up
    All 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    CDI
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
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    Engine Capacity
    123.94 cc
    97.2 cc
    Engine Type
    Single Cylinder PGM -Fi
    Air cooled 4 stroke
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    1
    Transmission Type
    Automatic
    Manual
    Battery Type
    Maintenance Free
    -
    Top Speed
    102 kmph
    85 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    50 mm x 63.1 mm
    50 mm x 49.5 mm
    Charging Socket
    -
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Air Cooled
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    Fuel Injection

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    -
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Low Battery Indicator
    -
    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
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    Instrument Console
    Digital
    Semi-Digital

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2046 mm
    1982 mm
    Width
    737 mm
    770 mm
    Height
    1116 mm
    1087 mm
    Wheelbase
    1285 mm
    1235 mm
    Ground Clearance
    162 mm
    168 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    -
    11 Litres
    Body Type
    Commuter
    Commuter
    Seat Height
    791 mm
    790 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    113 kg
    115 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
    • Simple design still attract buyers
    • Efficient & refined engine performance
    • Easy to maintain & fix
    • Fuel-efficient engine
    • i3S engine start/stop technology helps in saving fuel
    Cons
    • Lacks modern features like digital display
    • No major changes in design for a long time
    • Price is higher than the competitors
    • Design is outdated & boring
    • Heaviest bike in its segment
    • Lack of a disc brake option
    • Rivals offer more features at a similar price
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    Safety

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

    Comfort & Convenience

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

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    Honda Shine and Hero Passion Plus Owner Reviews

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      • SS
        Sain Snatani
        14 Jun 2025
        4.2
        Long size seat. Mileage of this bike is affordable for middle class family. It's suspension is really very good.
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      • JR
        Jalagadugula Raju
        09 Jun 2025
        4.6
        I truly love this bike. It gives superb mileage and performs really well. The only issue I’ve faced is that the chain sprockets wear out a bit early, but despite that, I still love it.
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        Abhishek Samantray
        07 Jun 2025
        5.0
        It is a good bike in budget for corporate guys. Should try, handy and good reliable bike for going office and inside the town with amazing facilities. Go and try.
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      • RK
        Rajnish Kumar
        05 Jun 2025
        4.6
        The Honda Shine 125 is one of the best bikes in this budget segment. It stands out in terms of road presence, mileage, style, comfort, and low maintenance. Its advanced features and smooth riding experience make it an excellent choice for mid-distance travel. Highly recommended for daily commuters.
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      • R
        Rizwan
        05 Jun 2025
        4.2
        The bike has a good look, superb pickup, and excellent mileage. I've been using it for 5 years, and I’m very happy with its performance. It really suits my personality and gives me a great riding experience every day.
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