The Honda CB 125 Hornet growsl into India as the fastest motorcycle of 125cc. Its loud and premature roughness in conjunction with a high-performance streetfighter stance, golden USD front forks, and vivid 4.2 inch TFT display make it a bike aimed at the city rider that desires to have some fun. Under the chiseled tank is a sophisticated123.94cc single cylinder engine that delivers strong acceleration and has great fuel efficiency. At only 1.12 lakh ex-showroom price, the feasibility aim of this compact beast is to redefine the premium 125cc segment.
Engine & Performance
The CB 125 Hornet has a 123.94cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine with 11.14 PS at 7,500 rpm of power and 11.2Nm of torque at 6,000rpm. It is coupled with an exact 5speed manual transmission and an ACG silent start introduction distinguishing it by all quietness in the ignition of the vehicle.
Its lightweight 124 kg kerb weight integrated with diamond-type frame makes the Hornet exceptionally manoeuvrable in the city and high stable in the highway. Front golden USD forks upside down and a 5-step adjustable mono-shock in the back absorb bumps and collectively provide razor-sharp handling. The 0 to 60 km/h sprint time of 5.4 seconds makes it the fastest in its class and the single-channel ABS with 240 mm front petalled disc offers secure braking performance.
Design & Comfort
Taking some styling notes off the larger Hornet models, the CB 125 Hornet looks big on the roadway. The aggressive shape is evident through narrow tank shrouds with LED headlights and taillight flanked by side indicators creating a sharp and muscular profile, and the colour-coded alloy wheels lending pizzazz. Aside from giving a premium look, first-in-segment golden USD forks aid in cornering in a more confident manner.
The cushioning is courtesy of the split-seat arrangement and the ergonomically positioned handlebars, which stay true with an upright riding posture. The all-LED lighting module is coupled with a 4.2-inch full-colour TFT console capable of Bluetooth connectivity, navigation, SMS/call alert, music controls, and even USB-C charging–features not commonly found in this segment.
Price & Final thoughts
At the introductory price of 1.12 lakh (ex-showroom, Gurugram) the CB 125 Hornet leads the Honda offensive in the 125cc category, and is rivaled by the TVS Raider 125, the Bajaj Pulsar N125, and the Hero Xtreme 125R. You are paying a small premium price to get segment-leading performance, top-of-the-line tech, and a distinctive look.
Probably you are a young urban rider and you want to have fun every day with a machine that stands out, full of features and with genuinely sporty performance: the CB 125 Hornet is what you should consider. It will prove to be a solid investment to those who desire added maneuverability of a 125cc motorcycle without compromising on high build quality, class-leading acceleration, and contemporary connectivity.
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