Honda Shine 125 – Reliable And Smooth Commuter Bike

The Honda Shine 125 is one of the best-selling 125cc bikes in India. Known for its smooth engine, reliable performance, and simple design, it’s perfect for daily commuting and beginners.

Price and Variants

Price: Starts from ₹79,352 (Ex-showroom, Delhi)

Variants:

Shine Drum – ₹79,352
Shine Disc – ₹83,711
Engine and Performance
Engine: 123.94cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled
Power: 10.74 PS @ 7,500 rpm
Torque: 11 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Top Speed: 90 kmph
Mileage: 55 kmpl
Transmission: 5-speed

Design and Features

The Honda Shine has a classic commuter bike design with chrome detailing and body graphics. It’s comfortable, stable, and easy to ride.

Key Features:

Digital LCD instrument console
Gear position indicator
Halogen lights
Silent start and idle start-stop system
USB charge port
CBS (combined braking system) and side stand engine cut-off sensor

Chassis, Suspension, and Brakes

Frame: Diamond frame

Suspension: Telescopic front fork, twin rear shocks

Brakes: 130mm drum (Shine Drum) / 240mm disc (Shine Disc)

Tyres: 18-inch tubeless tyres

Ground Clearance: 162 mm
Seat Height: 791 mm
Fuel Tank: 10.5 litres
Pros and Cons

Pros:

Smooth and refined engine
Comfortable ride and good handling
Fuel-efficient and low maintenance
Stylish graphics

Cons:

Fewer features compared to rivals
Design mostly unchanged over the years
Rear tyre is slimmer than competitors

Competitors:-

The Shine 125 competes with bikes like:
TVS Raider
Bajaj Pulsar 125
Hero Glamour
Hero Splendor Plus

It’s preferred by many riders for reliability, fuel efficiency, and Honda’s strong service network.