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    Honda CB125 Hornet vs Honda SP160

    Should you buy Honda CB125 Hornet or Honda SP160 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 Honda SP160 price in is Rs 1,16,734 (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 SP160 stand at 13.18 PS and 14.8 Nm respectively. Honda offers the CB125 Hornet in 4 colours whereas the Honda SP160 comes in 4 colours. Out of 40 user reviews, SP160 scores 4.7 whereas the Honda CB125 Hornet tallies 4.8 out of 5 based on 65 user reviews..The Honda CB125 Hornet Mileage is around 48 Kmpl, while the Honda SP160 Mileage is around 50 kmpl.

    CB125 Hornet vs SP160

    Key HighlightsCB125 HornetSP160
    Mileage (Overall)48 Kmpl50 kmpl
    Max Power11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
    Body TypeCommuter BikesCommuter Bikes
    Engine Type4 Stroke, SI Engine4 Storke, SI Engine
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    Honda CB125 Hornet vs Honda SP160 Comparison

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          Honda CB125 Hornet
          Honda CB125 Hornet
            Rs1,15,485*
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                Honda SP160
                Honda SP160
                  Rs1,16,734*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.1,33,663* Onwards
                Rs.1,39,237* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                48 Kmpl
                50 kmpl
                Max Power
                11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm
                13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
                User Rating
                4.8
                Based on Honda CB125 Hornet Reviews
                4.7
                Based on Honda SP160 Reviews
                Body Type
                Commuter Bikes
                EMI Starts₹ 3,876
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                ₹ 4,023
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.6,814
                CB125 Hornet Insurance
                Rs.11,039
                SP160 Insurance
                ColoursPearl Siren Blue with Lemon Ice YellowPearl Siren Blue with Sports RedPearl Igneous BlackPearl Siren Blue with Athletic Blue MetallicView All ColoursAthletic Blue MetallicPearl Deep Ground GrayPearl Igneous BlackRadiant Red MetallicView All Colours
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                4 Stroke, SI Engine
                4 Storke, SI Engine
                Displacement
                123.94 cc
                162.71 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
                1
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Fuel Injection
                Clutch
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                Multiplate Wet Clutch
                Multiplate Wet Clutch
                Gearbox
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                5 Speed
                5 Speed
                Bore
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                50 mm
                57.30 mm
                Stroke
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                63.121 mm
                63.09 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                10.0:1
                10.0:1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS6.2
                BS6.2
                Max Torque
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                11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
                14.8 Nm @ 5250 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
                Features
                USB Charging PortYesYes
                Instrument Console Type
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                Digital
                Digital
                Bluetooth Connectivity
                Bluetooth
                Bluetooth
                NavigationYesYes
                Call/SMS AlertsYesYes
                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
                Single
                Body Graphics
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                YesYes
                ClockYesYes
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYesYes
                Features and Safety
                Mobile ApplicationYesYes
                Service Due IndicatorYesYes
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Additional Features/Information
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                Honda RoadSync, Weather Updates For Any Loaction
                Honda RoadSync
                Real Time Mileage IndicatorYesYes
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                48 Kmpl
                50 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
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                110 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                12 L
                12 L
                Width
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                783 mm
                786 mm
                Length
                2015 mm
                2061 mm
                Height
                1087 mm
                1100 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
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                1.9 L
                Ground Clearance
                166 mm
                177 mm
                Wheelbase
                1330 mm
                1347 mm
                Kerb Weight
                124 kg
                138 kg
                Seat height
                796 mm
                796 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                Bulb
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Projector HeadlightYes
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                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYesYes
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYesYes
                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                240 mm
                276 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)
                -
                25 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
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                29 psi
                Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
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                33 psi
                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Diamond Type
                Diamond

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons
                • Honda CB125 Hornet

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

                  Honda SP160

                  • Smooth and refined engine.
                  • Build quality is excellent
                  • Comfortable for city commutes and long rides as well
                • Honda CB125 Hornet

                  • Stiff suspension
                  • Weak headlight illumination

                  Honda SP160

                  • Pricing could be better
                  • Could offer better performance compared to rivals

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • CB125 Hornet
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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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                  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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                  abhijeet on Apr 24, 2026
                  4.2
                  Honda SP 160 – Honest Review after 27000 kms
                  Well i wanted a bike for commuting which offer a reliable engine with little sporty looks and good mileage, which can offer a smooth suspensions on highways and city. The bike offers a good value of the price in segment Travelled around 27000 km in 2 .5 years the suspension seems to be good until now but the bike surely feels under power for the 160 segment, handling is good. Even as a commuter bike it still performed very well on off-road and gave a smooth ride across my long tours with pillion. But as I got the first slot of bike it seems after some time some parts of bike have been changed and a throttle seems little on harder side . So overall being commuter bike it performs fantansic but just being under power for sure If ur purpose is just to go and fro from office it's an wonderful bike , but as 160 cc is having multiple options, if ur looking for more power u must avoid it , and if ur looking for reliable engine with low cost maintenance surely go for it
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                  biman on Apr 09, 2026
                  5.0
                  Biman jyoti nath
                  1/ very nice looks amazing style . 2/ break control is good. 3/ super powerful Engine. 4/ puck up is amazing. 5/ Petrol mileage is good, top speed. 6/ Everything is amazing and Okay, No problem. 7/ Honda company bikes are very smooth, riding experience is nice. 8/ Ride feels so comfortable. Excellent performance
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                  mohd on Feb 23, 2026
                  3.8
                  Bike comfort is good .
                  160 unicorn reliable same engine with fuel pump upgrade.. I don't need to look another bike I have drove 85k my last bike unicorn 160... Now I upgraded to sp160.. it's a powerful then previous model looks are good... I think distance between handle and rider is a little far for this segment... when I'm starting mostly taking while to get ready after a break. Last speedo meter has been updated.. i like the bike.. mileage is cool Engine it's a good, comfort is good.. Head light is v poor i suggest honda should give 160 a halogen or powerful headlight it's a request... I love riding this bike both on highway and city as well...
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                  rudragouda on Feb 12, 2026
                  4.2
                  Honda sp160 after 30k+ KM
                  I choose sp160 because little sport look with more comfortable for family rides and within a budget. And I wanted more reliable Engine. I thought this comfortable and fit in the budget. And also in the consideration of mileage. Till now it was a good bike and more comfortable. But the service from the honda is not up to the mark. Just wasting the money on service center. Apart from service bike provides reasonable power and smooth riding. If you're considering a bike for family and also for a little long rides it is good option. For the engine and power with 160 cc it's a good option. No need to worry much about the comfortable this provides a smooth ride.
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                  yogesh on Nov 24, 2025
                  4.3
                  Yogeshwaran
                  I really comfortable with this bike very good in mileage maximum speed of 90 in city maximum mileage of 55 and when you are going with the outstation about 60 there is no engine complaint engine is very very good condition I really comfortable with this bike this colour was very unique this is my experience about this bike
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                FAQs on Honda CB125 Hornet and Honda SP160

                Q) Which bike is better Honda CB125 Hornet or Honda SP160?

                A) As per our average user rating, Honda CB125 Hornet has a score of 4.8/5 while Honda SP160 has rate of 4.7 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Honda CB125 Hornet and Honda SP160 is cheaper?

                A) Honda CB125 Hornet price starts at Rs 1,15,485 & Honda SP160 price starts at Rs 1,16,734 in Delhi . Honda CB125 Hornet is cheaper between these.
                *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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