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    Honda CB125 Hornet vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 125

    Should you buy Honda CB125 Hornet or Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Honda CB125 Hornet price in is Rs 1,15,485 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 price in is Rs 99,622 (ex-showroom). The engine in the CB125 Hornet makes 11.14 PS and 11.2 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Pulsar NS 125 stand at 12 PS and 11 Nm respectively. Honda offers the CB125 Hornet in 4 colours whereas the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 comes in 9 colours. Out of 407 user reviews, Pulsar NS 125 scores 4.4 whereas the Honda CB125 Hornet tallies 4.8 out of 5 based on 66 user reviews..The Honda CB125 Hornet Mileage is around 48 Kmpl, while the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Mileage is around 64.75 kmpl.

    CB125 Hornet vs Pulsar NS 125

    Key HighlightsCB125 HornetPulsar NS 125
    Mileage (Overall)48 Kmpl64.75 kmpl
    Max Power11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm12 PS @ 8500 rpm
    Body TypeCommuter BikesCommuter Bikes
    Engine Type4 Stroke, SI Engine4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine
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    Honda CB125 Hornet vs Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Comparison

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          Honda CB125 Hornet
          Honda CB125 Hornet
            Rs1,15,485*
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                Bajaj Pulsar NS 125
                Bajaj Pulsar NS 125
                  Rs99,622*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.1,32,229* Onwards
                Rs.1,14,033* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                48 Kmpl
                64.75 kmpl
                Max Power
                11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm
                12 PS @ 8500 rpm
                User Rating
                4.8
                Based on Honda CB125 Hornet Reviews
                4.4
                Based on Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 Reviews
                Body Type
                Commuter Bikes
                Commuter Bikes
                EMI Starts₹ 3,830
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                		₹ 3,310
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.6,775
                CB125 Hornet Insurance
                Rs.6,442
                Pulsar NS 125 Insurance
                ColoursPearl Siren Blue with Lemon Ice YellowPearl Siren Blue with Sports RedPearl Igneous BlackPearl Siren Blue with Athletic Blue MetallicBeach BlueFiery OrangeBurnt RedPewter Grey
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                4 Stroke, SI Engine
                4-Stroke, SOHC 4-Valve, Air Cooled, BSVI Compliant DTS-i Ei Engine
                Displacement
                123.94 cc
                124.45 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                1
                Cooling System
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                Air Cooled
                Air Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                2
                4
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Multiplate Wet Clutch
                Wet Multiplate
                Gearbox
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                5 Speed
                5 Speed
                Bore
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                50 mm
                52 mm
                Stroke
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                63.121 mm
                58.6 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                10.0:1
                10+/- 0.5 : 1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                bs6.2
                bs6.2
                Max Torque
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                11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
                11 Nm @ 7000 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Kick and Self Start
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                Features
                USB Charging PortYesYes
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Analogue and Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                Bluetooth
                -
                NavigationYes
                -
                Call/SMS AlertsYes
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                Speedometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Tachometer
                Digital
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
                Digital
                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Split
                Split
                Body Graphics
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                		Yes
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                ClockYes
                Digital
                Rear Footpegs
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                		YesYes
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYesYes
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                Features and Safety
                Braking Type
                -
                Anti-lock Braking System
                Mobile ApplicationYes
                -
                Service Due IndicatorYesYes
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Additional Features/Information
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                Honda RoadSync, Weather Updates For Any Loaction
                -
                Real Time Mileage IndicatorYesYes
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                Performance
                City Mileage (Tested)
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                64.75 kmpl
                Highway Mileage (Tested)
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                56.46 kmpl
                Overall Mileage
                48 Kmpl
                64.75 kmpl
                Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
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                7.81 Sec
                Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
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                10.53 Sec
                Acceleration (0-80 Kmph)
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                12.27 Sec
                Acceleration 0-100 kmph (sec)
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                25.85 Sec
                Quarter Mile
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                21.15 Sec
                Claimed Top Speed
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                103 kmph
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                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                12 L
                12 L
                Width
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                783 mm
                810 mm
                Length
                2015 mm
                2012 mm
                Height
                1087 mm
                1078 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
                -
                2.6 L
                Ground Clearance
                166 mm
                179 mm
                Wheelbase
                1330 mm
                1353 mm
                Kerb Weight
                124 kg
                144 kg
                Seat height
                796 mm
                805 mm
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                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                Bulb
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Projector HeadlightYes
                -
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYesYes
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYesYes
                Alternator
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                		Yes
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                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                240 mm
                240 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                130 mm
                130 mm
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                25 psi
                Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                25 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                28 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                32 psi
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                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Diamond Type
                Perimeter

                Pros & Cons

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                • Honda CB125 Hornet

                  • Looks sporty and unique
                  • Feature-rich
                  • Single-channel ABS

                  Bajaj Pulsar NS 125

                  • Offers great handling characteristics
                  • Has the looks of a proper modern streetfighter
                  • Ample performance for a 125cc bike

                • Honda CB125 Hornet

                  • Stiff suspension
                  • Weak headlight illumination

                  Bajaj Pulsar NS 125

                  • Lacking several features commonly found in its segment.
                  • Average build quality
                  • Rear suspension is on the firmer side

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                  saheb on Aug 28, 2026
                  4.7
                  my own bike
                  I bought this bike 3 months ago, I'm currently very happy with this the performance of the bike, it's enormous and I really like it, Many of 125 cc bike I seen and riding with my friends, I bought my own, I'm very happy to own this, and also trusting of the Honda's refinement performance. I actually bought this bike because of learning bike riding from scratch and it's worth it.
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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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                  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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                  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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                  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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                  arun on Jul 05, 2026
                  4.7
                  VERY GOOD PERFORMANCE
                  Service and maintenance charge is normal, mileage is 50 - 55 kmpl on highway, 45-50 kmpl in cities and streets. Overall, it is a quite good bike with good performance and minimal costs. Everyday rides upto hundred kms can be done easily, I ride daily around 80 kms and it is very easy for me and it's a sports bike even with only 125 CC engine.
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                  abhishek on Jun 17, 2026
                  4.5
                  The flying beast..
                  This is one of my favourite bike in the list and i selected this bike as my first one in white and black combo also it has sporty look and everything is good also i'm already using a bajaj bike from last 4 years and thats the reason i again choosen the bajaj pulser. The long rides are comfortable engine performance with the mileage speed its control throttle everything is smooth and I have ride 312 km from my city Farrukhabad to ghaziabad nonstop and it was just flying smoothly. Yes i would really like to recommend this bike to all the person or youth who want their first bike to be a sports bike with average range budget. The bajaj pulsar ns 125 is the one where they can go for it without any hesitation.
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                  garry on Jun 01, 2026
                  5.0
                  Pulsar review
                  Name is enough to buy this bike, rest its good with its performance and comfort is good in long ride, it give immense pleasure to ride this beast. Good performance and style make it more reliable and worth it. As far as i have ride it this gives thrill to drive. Comfortable seats and have good ground clearance, good in off roading as well as pick up of this bike is amazing and that's been enough to make any ride comfortable. Yes, Bajaj is the one who brought revolution in indian two wheeler market and they are doing great job with pulsar and each time they make it more comfortable and more convenient. You must have this in your garage.
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                  navneet on Feb 17, 2026
                  4.5
                  Super bike
                  Powerful engine 125 cc 4 stroke 11.8 ps power and 11 Nm torque stylish design, light design, sound less engine sports look muscular fuel tank and sharp lines, good mileage up to 40 to 45 kmpl performance. Comfortable seating's and decent suspension make it easy to navigate city streets, smooth rides, handling responsive, steering and comfort size make it a great city commuter sporty vibe and peppy engine. This price is best bike value for money and comfortable long ride stylish decent mileage 40-45 good power steering and best is abs support light is led performance is good and price is not so higher 1 lack.
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                  mo on Feb 09, 2026
                  4.7
                  Very comfort and super bike This segment this one
                  My favorite my family favorite my friend favorite. I suggest this for all person in my contact, this bike very smooth, this look is very hot and cool. Best performance in highway, mileage is nice in city mileage average but nice riding very comfortable, nice bajaj pulsar ns 125. 5 star comfort and this segment nice mileage, riding very smooth my pocket money no extra fuel, very nice mileage riding for this bike. India's first segment comfort-ability. I love this one for bajaj pulsar ns 125. Hot look this segment my favorite bike, sporty look sporty riding, riding is amul butter. I love this bike bajaj pulsar ns 125, white colour is my favorite colour, best use for my money purchase this bike.
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                FAQs on Honda CB125 Hornet and Bajaj Pulsar NS 125

                Q) Which bike is better Honda CB125 Hornet or Bajaj Pulsar NS 125?

                A) As per our average user rating, Honda CB125 Hornet has a score of 4.8/5 while Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 has rate of 4.4 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Honda CB125 Hornet and Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is cheaper?

                A) Honda CB125 Hornet price starts at Rs 1,15,485 & Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 price starts at Rs 99,622 in Delhi . Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is cheaper between these.
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