TVS Apache RTR 180 vs Honda CB125 Hornet

Should you buy TVS Apache RTR 180 or Honda CB125 Hornet Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. TVS Apache RTR 180 price in is Rs 1,26,340 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Honda CB125 Hornet price in is Rs 1,15,485 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Apache RTR 180 makes 17.13 PS and 15.5 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of CB125 Hornet stand at 11.14 PS and 11.2 Nm respectively. TVS offers the Apache RTR 180 in 3 colours whereas the Honda CB125 Hornet comes in 4 colours. Out of 65 user reviews, CB125 Hornet scores 4.8 whereas the TVS Apache RTR 180 tallies 4.3 out of 5 based on 376 user reviews..The TVS Apache RTR 180 Mileage is around 45 kmpl, while the Honda CB125 Hornet Mileage is around 48 Kmpl.

Apache RTR 180 vs CB125 Hornet

Key Highlights	Apache RTR 180	CB125 Hornet
Mileage (Overall)	45 kmpl	48 Kmpl
Max Power	17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm	11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm
Body Type	Commuter Bikes	Commuter Bikes
Engine Type	SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, Fuel injected	4 Stroke, SI Engine

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Basic Information	TVS Apache RTR 180	Honda CB125 Hornet
On-Road Price	Rs.1,50,407* Onwards	Rs.1,33,663* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	45 kmpl	48 Kmpl
Max Power	17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm	11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm
User Rating	4.3 Based on TVS Apache RTR 180 Reviews	4.8 Based on Honda CB125 Hornet Reviews
Body Type	Commuter Bikes	Commuter Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 4,350 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 3,876 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.11,761 Apache RTR 180 Insurance	Rs.6,814 CB125 Hornet Insurance
Colours	Gloss BlackPearl WhiteView All Colours	Pearl Siren Blue with Lemon Ice YellowPearl Siren Blue with Sports RedPearl Igneous BlackPearl Siren Blue with Athletic Blue MetallicView All Colours
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

TVS Apache RTR 180

Honda CB125 Hornet

On-Road Price

Rs.1,50,407* Onwards

Rs.1,33,663* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

45 kmpl

48 Kmpl

Max Power

17.13 PS @ 9000 rpm

11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm

User Rating

4.3

Based on TVS Apache RTR 180 Reviews

4.8

Based on Honda CB125 Hornet Reviews

Body Type

Commuter Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 4,350

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 3,876

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.11,761
Apache RTR 180 Insurance

Rs.6,814
CB125 Hornet Insurance

Colours

Gloss BlackPearl WhiteView All Colours

Pearl Siren Blue with Lemon Ice YellowPearl Siren Blue with Sports RedPearl Igneous BlackPearl Siren Blue with Athletic Blue MetallicView All Colours

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, Fuel injected	4 Stroke, SI Engine
Displacement	177.4 cc	123.94 cc
Number Of Cylinders	1	1
Cooling System	Oil Cooled	Air Cooled
Valves (per cylinder)	2	2
Supply System	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Wet multi plate clutch	Multiplate Wet Clutch
Ignition	Electric	-
Gearbox	5 Speed	5 Speed
Bore	62 mm	50 mm
Stroke	58 mm	63.121 mm
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	10.0:1
Emission Norm Compliance	BS6.2	BS6.2
Max Torque	15.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm	11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Starting System	Self Start Only	Self Start Only
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

SI, 4 stroke, Oil cooled, Fuel injected

4 Stroke, SI Engine

Displacement

177.4 cc

123.94 cc

Number Of Cylinders

Cooling System

Oil Cooled

Air Cooled

Features
USB Charging Port	-	Yes
Instrument Console Type	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Bluetooth
Navigation	Yes	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Seat Type	Single	Split
Body Graphics	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Rear Footpegs	Yes	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	-	Yes
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Features

USB Charging Port

Instrument Console Type

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Features and Safety
Braking Type	Anti-lock Braking System	-
Mobile Application	Yes	Yes
Service Due Indicator	Yes	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Rain,Sports,Urban	-
Additional Features/Information	Glide Through Technology	Honda RoadSync, Weather Updates For Any Loaction
Real Time Mileage Indicator	-	Yes
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Features and Safety

Braking Type

Anti-lock Braking System

Mobile Application

Service Due Indicator

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Performance
Overall Mileage	45 kmpl	48 Kmpl
Claimed Top Speed	113 kmph	-

Performance

Overall Mileage

45 kmpl

48 Kmpl

Claimed Top Speed

113 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	12 L	12 L
Width	730 mm	783 mm
Length	2085 mm	2015 mm
Height	1105 mm	1087 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	2 L	-
Ground Clearance	180 mm	166 mm
Wheelbase	1326 mm	1330 mm
Kerb Weight	140 kg	124 kg
Seat height	790 mm	796 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

12 L

Width

730 mm

783 mm

Length

2085 mm

2015 mm

Height

1105 mm

1087 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	LED
Taillight	LED	LED
Indicators	LED	LED
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes	Yes
Projector Headlight	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	-	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	Yes
Alternator	Yes	-
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Taillight

LED

Indicators

LED

Daytime Running Lamps

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Size	270 mm	240 mm
Rear Brake Size	200 mm	130 mm
Tyre Brand	Eurogrip	-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	25 psi	-
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	25 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	28 psi	-
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	32 psi	-
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Size

270 mm

240 mm

Rear Brake Size

200 mm

130 mm

Tyre Brand

Eurogrip

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

25 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Double Cradle Synchro Stiff	Diamond Type

Underpinnings

Frame

Double Cradle Synchro Stiff

Diamond Type

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

TVS Apache RTR 180
- Value for money
- Bluetooth connectivity is a great addition
- Sharp handling, changes directions quickly
Honda CB125 Hornet
- Looks sporty and unique
- Feature-rich
- Single-channel ABS

TVS Apache RTR 180
- Engine could have been more refined
- Doesn’t get dual-channel ABS even as an option
- Lack of feel from the brake lever is quite evident
Honda CB125 Hornet
- Stiff suspension
- Weak headlight illumination

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User Reviews of Comparison

Apache RTR 180
CB125 Hornet

D
denzil on Jul 09, 2026
4.5
Blend of both style and practicality
RTR 180 and 160 2V both may not feel so comfortable at first and it require some time to get used to over long urban commutes. Good for touring as well, best with speeds upto 80-90 kmph and vibrates a lot after that. Decent mileage. Easy on pocket ownership cost. Became more affordable post GST 2.0. Go for it if you are looking for a motorcycle that is simple yet sporty.
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samriddh on Jun 05, 2026
3.7
Apache RTR 180
It feels torn out when it goes above 75 kmph but it has good pickup and it has very good riding posture and the bike is best for highways because it does not wobble on high speed and has very good stability. It has many cons and many pros depend on the usage and different perspectives for different users and different age group. It is best for youth because it gives very good mileage so overall this is a positive review. Yeah, For sure, I recommend this bike because it has decent look and good performance in a decent price range with the branding of TVS and I am using this bike from 2012 and till now my bikes engine has opened only 1 time and I have completed 75000 kms from this bike and I'm very satisfied.
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mukesh on Feb 07, 2026
4.5
Best and worth it according to looks style and performance.
This bike is best for the college students as well as working professionals me and my brother using this bike and it seems efficient and worth it and I have a good experience for this bike really loved it and I would also appreciate the design of this bike, which is sporty and this one is the best choice for the students and loved the mileage of this bike after some part time job anyone can maintain this bike in a proper way and I am loving it.
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nishant on Jul 17, 2025
5.0
Awesome bike
Awesome bike on ride with good stylish . I love to ride on roading and off roading both .I am the bike rider of Apache since 2015 and my experience was awesome with it . I love to ride every moment with it . Specially its pick and road performance is awesome. The good bike produced by TVS . I will buy again TVS bike after it
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6 1
A
abdul on Jun 02, 2025
5.0
Tvs Apache Reviwe.
An overall good bike. Easy to ride and with good comfort. I exremely like this bike . And suggest every buyer to buy without hesitation. Good torque. Dashing features.mileage also affordable. Can buy without hesitatiom. Comfortable seat. Handle too good. Lights also and good brake system. Go for it now.
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satrasala on Jan 24, 2026
5.0
The beast bike
Good and high mileage bike and looks like a sport bike. Compare to other bikes it’s under budget bike to purchase for poor people. I think it’s good in Honda segment. The beast in Honda easy to travel anywhere in 2025 the best bike, my words can’t explain my feeling such a beautiful and amazing bike.
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R
rohan on Jan 06, 2026
4.3
Pocket friendly aggressive bike
Very comfortable in city rides and the looks of this bike is very aggressive and attractive to my bases the very muscular bike when you sit on this bike then you realised it's not a 125 cc bike just look 150-160 cc bikes The performance of is bike is very nice and they you are ride on highway or city it's comfortable to ride the gear shifting of is bike is very smooth and the mileage of his bike is providing to me just 50-52 because it's depends on your riding because I have 60km mileage some time then you want to aggressive riding it's low too Because I want 125 cc bike and the honda launch this bike then I decide to buy this bike before he launch I want to buy sp125 of Honda and somedays later the company launch this bike and I would like to buy this bike
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R
rohit on Nov 27, 2025
4.8
Nice bike , cool bike , superbike
I choose the Honda CB125 Hornet because it offers the perfect balance of style, performance, mileage, and reliability in the 125cc segment. It's a bike made for riders who want a premium look, it carries the bold and aggressive design of the Hornet series. You get a big bike feel with sharp styling, muscular tank, and LED lights. So far, my riding experience with the Honda CB125 Hornet has been smooth comfortable, and trouble free. The bike feels stable in traffic, the engine runs refined, and the mileage has been consistently good. So far, my riding experience with the Honda CB125 Hornet has been smooth comfortable, and trouble free. The bike feels stable in traffic, the engine runs refined, and the mileage has been consistently good.
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R
reyansh on Nov 26, 2025
4.8
Making Daily Commutes Stress Free
Waking up to rush hour stress every day made me crave something easy to ride. CB125 Hornet promised smooth handling, soft suspension and good mileage. I imagined gliding to work without tension. Test ride proved it would keep my daily commute simple and calm. Riding in morning traffic is relaxing. Even rainy days are less stressful. I feel in control and calm. The commute feels like a small and peaceful ritual rather than a chore. Every ride feels like heaven. Yes ideal for calm daily commuters. Smooth, efficient and predictable. Beginners or anyone wanting low stress transport will love this bike. Makes routine rides pleasant and comfortable. I recommend it to every one who want enjoyable rides.
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I
ishaan on Nov 26, 2025
4.7
CB125 Hornet: Effortless Rides for Daily Life
I needed something light and reliable for college errands. Friends suggested CB125 Hornet. It looked simple yet stylish, handled bumps easily and promised easy parking. I imagined stress free rides across campus and nearby streets. Test ride convinced me it was perfect for daily use. Riding is effortless. Library trips, coffee runs and grocery errands glide smoothly. Steering is light, suspension soft and gears shift gently. Even during peak hours the bike feels manageable. Daily commutes feel simple, calm and surprisingly comfortable. Yes great for students and beginners. Smooth, practical and low maintenance. Perfect for the short rides and daily errands. Anyone seeking reliable and easy to handle bike will appreciate its simplicity and comfort.
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FAQs on TVS Apache RTR 180 and Honda CB125 Hornet

Q) Which bike is better TVS Apache RTR 180 or Honda CB125 Hornet?

A) As per our average user rating, TVS Apache RTR 180 has a score of 4.3/5 while Honda CB125 Hornet has rate of 4.8 /5.

Q) Which bike among TVS Apache RTR 180 and Honda CB125 Hornet is cheaper?

A) TVS Apache RTR 180 price starts at Rs 1,26,340 & Honda CB125 Hornet price starts at Rs 1,15,485 in Delhi . Honda CB125 Hornet is cheaper between these.

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