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TVS Raider 125 vs Honda CB 125 Hornet

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, TVS Raider 125 or Honda CB 125 Hornet? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Raider 125 and CB 125 Hornet. TVS Raider 125 Price starts at Rs.82,000 (ex-showroom) for Drum and Honda CB 125 Hornet Price starts at Rs.1.15 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. TVS Raider 125 is R1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate R1R1.R13 bhp @ 7500 rpm power whereas Honda CB 125 Hornet is a 1 cylinder, 123 cc Engine can generate 10.9 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Raider 125 provides a mileage of 56.7 kmpl (base model), and CB 125 Hornet has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). TVS Raider 125 is available in 2 colours & 8 variants whereas Honda CB 125 Hornet is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.

Raider 125 vs CB 125 Hornet

Key HighlightsTVS Raider 125Honda CB 125 Hornet
PriceRs.82,000Rs.1.15 Lakh
Engine Capacity124.8 cc123.94 cc
PowerR1R1.R13 bhp @ 7500 rpm10.9 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range56.7 kmplN/A km/charge
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TVS Raider 125 Drum bike
Drum
Rs. 82,000
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Honda CB 125 Hornet STD bike
STD
Rs. 1.15 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
92,086
Price Breakup
1.29 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.2
4.5
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
12 Litres
Engine Displacement
124.8 cc
123.94 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
SBT
Single Channel ABS
Calliper Type
Fixed
Fixed
Front Disc Size
240
240
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
25
-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25
-
Front Wheel Size
RR17
R17
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
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-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
32
-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28
-
Rear Wheel Size
R17
R17
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
Telescopic
Upside down Fork (USD)
Rear Suspension
Monoshock& 5-step adj& Gas charged
Monoshock
Front Tyre Size
80/R100 - R17
80/100 R17

Instrumentation

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

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
check
-
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
5 Years/60000 kms
3 Years/42000 Kms

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Single cradle tubular frame
Diamond

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
1 Down 5 Up
1 Down 4 Up
Ignition
CDI
-
Spark Plugs
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-
Engine Capacity
124.8 cc
123.94 cc
Engine Type
Air and Oil cooled single cylinder& SI
4 Stroke, SI Engine
No. of Cylinders
R1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
3
1
Transmission Type
Manual
Manual
Bore x Stroke
53.5 mm x 55.5 mm
50 mm x 63.121 mm
Charging Socket
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-
Configuration
Single Cylinder
-
Cooling type
Air oil cooled
-
Fuelling
EcoThrust Fuel Injection
PGM-Fi System
Max Power
R1R1.R13 bhp @ 7500 rpm
10.9 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
R1R1.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
check
-
Call/SMS Alerts
check
Front Storage Box
-
Geo Fencing
-
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Low Oil Indicator
-
Pillion Backrest
-
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
2
1
Service Reminder Indicator
check
-
GPS & Navigation
check
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
check
Engine Kill Switch
-
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital

Safety

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

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
2070 mm
2015 mm
Width
785 mm
783 mm
Height
-
1087 mm
Wheelbase
-
1330 mm
Ground Clearance
-
166 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
-
12 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
R1 Litres
-
Body Type
Commuter
Commuter
Seat Height
780 mm
-
Unladden/Kerb Weight
-
124 kg

Entertainment & Communication

MID (Multi Info Display)
check
check

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Modern design looks very appealing
  • Seating comfort & riding position are very comfortable
  • Most feature-rich bike in its segment
  • Smooth engine with slick gearbox
  • Handling & ride is very comfortable
  • Bold and aggressive streetfighter styling looks good.
  • Segment-first USD forks with gold finish
  • 4.2-inch TFT screen with Bluetooth and turn-by-turn navigation
  • Quickest acceleration in 125cc segment
Cons
  • Front disc brake lever requires effort for good response
  • SmartXonnect features lag & hang at times
  • Top variant is pricey
  • Higher price tag than most 125cc rivals
  • Rear drum brake instead of disc
  • Ride quality might feel firm on uneven roads
  • Slightly heavier than key rivals like the Raider and Xtreme 125R
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Detailed Comparison of TVS Raider 125 and Honda CB 125 Hornet

Safety

Raider 125 comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, Power Modes. CB 125 Hornet has Side Stand Alarm, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

Comfort & Convenience

TVS Raider 125 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Average Speed Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, GPS & Navigation, USB Charger Port, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator and Honda CB 125 Hornet, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Shutter Lock, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

Transmission

TVS Raider 125 comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission and CB 125 Hornet comes with 5 Speed Manual transmission.

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TVS Raider 125 and Honda CB 125 Hornet Owner Reviews

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      Sanjay kumar
      14 Feb 2026
      4.6
      This bike is a high-quality product with good performance. It delivers excellent mileage and comes in attractive colors.
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    • R
      Rajesh
      13 Feb 2026
      5.0
      It offers great comfort and I’m happy with my purchase. The overall experience was very good. The showroom staff, company, and customer service were all excellent. Thank you.
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      Anurag
      13 Feb 2026
      5.0
      The seat is comfortable, and the suspension is decent. The speed is good and it’s very comfortable to ride, especially for city driving. It comes with tubeless tyres and a combi brake system. Overall, everything is good nothing wrong. A perfect bike for daily use.
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      Aakash sharma
      12 Feb 2026
      5.0
      This bike is excellent in terms of comfort and design. It delivers good mileage, performs very well, and has a powerful pickup, making it a joy to ride.
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      Birbal
      11 Feb 2026
      5.0
      I am using this motorcycle, and it is excellent and very compatible for daily use. It performs perfectly for both long rides and city driving, offering great balance and comfort. The mileage is impressive, and it’s a compact yet powerful bike. Overall, it’s a superb choice for anyone looking for a reliable and versatile ride.
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