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Honda Shine vs KTM RC 125

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Honda Shine or KTM RC 125? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Shine and RC 125. Honda Shine Price starts at Rs.79,800 (ex-showroom) for Drum and KTM RC 125 Price starts at Rs.1.90 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Honda Shine is 1 cylinder, 123 cc Engine can generate 10.59 bhp @ 7500 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, Shine provides a mileage of 65 kmpl (base model), and RC 125 has a mileage of 40 kmpl (base model). Honda Shine is available in 5 colours & 4 variants whereas KTM RC 125 is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

Shine vs RC 125

Key HighlightsHonda ShineKTM RC 125
PriceRs.79,800Rs.1.90 Lakh
Engine Capacity123.94 cc124.7 cc
Power10.59 bhp @ 7500 rpm14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Mileage/Range65 kmpl40 kmpl
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Honda  Shine Drum bike
Drum
Rs. 79,800
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STD
Rs. 1.90 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Shine specificationsRC 125 specifications
Variant Name
On Road Price
89,615
2.13 Lakh
User Rating
4.2
4.1
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.5 Litres
13.7 Litres
Engine Displacement
123.94 cc
124.7 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Shine Brakes, Suspension & TyresRC 125 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Rear Wheel Size
18
17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
1
Front Wheel Size
18
17
Calliper Type
Not Applicable
Front-4 Piston Radial Fixed, Rear- Single-piston floating calliper
Braking System
CBS
Switchable ABS
Front Suspension
Telescopic
WP APEX 43
Rear Suspension
Hydraulic Type
WP APEX Monoshock
Front Tyre Size
80/100 - 18
110/70 - R17
Rear Tyre Size
80/100 - 18
150/60 - R17
Front Type
Drum
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
130 mm
230 mm
Rear Type
Drum
Disc
Tubeless Tyres
checkYes
checkYes
Tyre Size Spare
No
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Instrumentation

Shine InstrumentationRC 125 Instrumentation
Fuel level guage
Analogue
checkYes
Tachometer
No
Digital
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Odometer
Analogue
Digital

Body & Suspension

Shine Body & SuspensionRC 125 Body & Suspension
Colors
Images
Frame Type
Diamond Type
Steel trellis frame, powder coated

Engine & Transmission

Shine Engine & TransmissionRC 125 Engine & Transmission
Engine Capacity
123.94 cc
124.7 cc
Engine Type
4 Stroke & SI & BS-VI Engine
4-stroke engine
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
2
-
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Battery Capacity
0.06 kwh
0.096 kwh
Battery Type
Maintenance Free
-
Top Speed
102 kmph
120 kmph
Max Torque
11 Nm @ 6000 rpm
12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Max Power
10.59 bhp @ 7500 rpm
14.34 bhp @ 9250 rpm
Fuelling
Fuel Injection
-
Cooling type
Air Cooled
Liquid-cooled
Configuration
Single Cylinder
-
Charging Socket
No
-
Bore x Stroke
50mm x 63.1mm
58 mm x 47.2 mm

Comfort & Convenience

Shine Comfort & ConvenienceRC 125 Comfort & Convenience
Riding Modes
No
No
Low Battery Indicator
-
1
Average Speed Indicator
-
1
Pillion Footrest
1
1
Under Seat Storage
No
No
Distance to Empty Indicator
checkYes
-
Handle Type
-
checkYes
Engine Kill Switch
yes
-
Console Type
Analogue
Digital
Seat Style
Single Seat
-
Start Type
Kick and Electric
Electric Start

Safety

Shine SafetyRC 125 Safety
Radial Tyres
-
1
Hazard Warning Indicator
1
1
Brake Assist
No
-
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
No
Switchable ABS
Power Modes
No
-
Slipper Clutch
No
Wet multi-disc clutch
Traction Control System
No
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Dimensions & Capacity

Shine Dimensions & CapacityRC 125 Dimensions & Capacity
Length
2046 mm
1977 mm
Width
737 mm
-
Height
1116 mm
824 mm
Wheelbase
1285 mm
1341 mm
Ground Clearance
162 mm
158 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.5 Litres
13.7 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
0.85 Litres
1.5 Litres
Body Type
Commuter
Sports Bike
Unladden/Kerb Weight
113 kg
160 kg
Seat Height
791 mm
824 mm

Entertainment & Communication

Shine Entertainment & CommunicationRC 125 Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)
No
-

Pros & Cons

Shine Pros & ConsRC 125 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
  • Looks like a larger capacity sports bike
  • excellent performance for a small 125cc engine
  • Agile handling
Cons
  • Lacks modern features like digital display
  • No major changes in design for a long time
  • Price is higher than the competitors
  • 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 Shine and KTM RC 125

Comfort & Convenience

Honda Shine has features like Distance to Empty Indicator and KTM RC 125, on the other hand, has Handle Type.

Transmission

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

Dimensions

Honda Shine has a 10.5 Litres fuel tank with 1116 mm seat height. KTM RC 125 has 824 mm seat height and 13.7 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Honda Shine and KTM RC 125 Owner Reviews

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  • RC 125 Review
    • GK
      Gopal Koppad
      14 Apr 2024
      Review for Honda Shine
      5.0
      I am interested in buying Honda shine bike. If offer price. Surely I am buying this vehicle. It is good look and good mileage and light weight and consumption so I like this.
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    • M
      Mahendra
      12 Apr 2024
      Review for Honda Shine
      5.0
      sheeting control overall Everything perfect good Color light suspension speed balance Prefect and safety, fast and secure.
      Likes (1)
    • GR
      Gopichand Rajaram
      01 Apr 2024
      Review for Honda Shine
      3.0
      Best average bike new model with design super color disc break heavy wait minimum interest rate with bank with best price from company.
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    • DK
      Devendra Kumar
      1 Month ago
      Review for Honda Shine
      5.0
      Honda Shine 125 is more stylish than the other bikes in the same segment. It gives great comfort in riding. Its tubeless tire gives Hazel free riding. It also gives better mileage.
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    • PS
      PRITAM SARKAR
      1 Month ago
      Review for Honda Shine
      5.0
      Very nice bike,I like it very much,it is very reliable & mileage full bike & comfortable,125 cc bike with very attractive design & colour variants, Very good to buy at this affordable price
      Likes (3)
    • V
      Vijay
      2 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 125
      1.8
      Not use for work only for style and expensive bike . More petrol consumption. Not support to sitting. And not support to Rapido or Uber or Swiggy or Zomato .
      Likes (1)
    • A
      Anonymous
      6 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 125
      5.0
      When evaluating comfort is vibration and noise levels. It performs well in this regard.
      Likes (1)
    • a
      anuj
      7 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 125
      5.0
      Nice bike and good mileage looking very spotty bike
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    • Sm
      Shaikh mohammad
      7 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 125
      4.6
      Love to ride it , people don't look at you they look at your bike
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    • YP
      Yagnik Patel
      8 Month ago
      Review for KTM RC 125
      4.2
      1.Superb bike ktm rc 125 2.Best mileage 3.best look nd overall best bike
      Likes (1)
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    Honda Shine and KTM RC 125 FAQs

    What is the on-road price of Honda Shine?
    The on-road price of Honda Shine is Rs. 89,615 in New Delhi.
    What is the on-road price of KTM RC 125?
    The on-road price of KTM RC 125 is Rs. 2.13 Lakh in New Delhi.