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    Honda CB125 Hornet vs 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R

    Should you buy Honda CB125 Hornet or Hero 2025 Xtreme 250R 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 Hero 2025 Xtreme 250R price in is Rs 1,72,524 (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 2025 Xtreme 250R stand at 30 PS and 25 Nm respectively. Honda offers the CB125 Hornet in 4 colours whereas the Hero 2025 Xtreme 250R comes in 3 colours. Out of 49 user reviews, 2025 Xtreme 250R scores 4.6 whereas the Honda CB125 Hornet tallies 4.8 out of 5 based on 67 user reviews..The Honda CB125 Hornet Mileage is around 48 Kmpl, while the Hero 2025 Xtreme 250R Mileage is around 37 kmpl.

    CB125 Hornet vs 2025 Xtreme 250R

    Key HighlightsCB125 Hornet2025 Xtreme 250R
    Mileage (Overall)48 Kmpl37 kmpl
    Max Power11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm30 PS @ 9250 rpm
    Body TypeCommuter BikesSports Bikes
    Engine Type4 Stroke, SI Engine4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
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    Honda CB125 Hornet vs 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R Comparison

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          Honda CB125 Hornet
          Honda CB125 Hornet
            Rs1,15,485*
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                2025 Hero Xtreme 250R
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.1,35,863* Onwards
                Rs.2,01,186* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                48 Kmpl
                37 kmpl
                Max Power
                11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm
                30 PS @ 9250 rpm
                User Rating
                4.8
                Based on Honda CB125 Hornet Reviews
                4.6
                Based on 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R Reviews
                Body Type
                Commuter Bikes
                Sports Bikes
                EMI Starts₹ 3,915
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                		₹ 5,512
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                Rate of interest @6%* for 3 years
                Insurance
                Rs.6,814
                CB125 Hornet Insurance
                Rs.11,591
                2025 Xtreme 250R Insurance
                ColoursPearl Siren Blue with Lemon Ice YellowPearl Siren Blue with Sports RedPearl Igneous BlackPearl Siren Blue with Athletic Blue MetallicFirestorm RedNeon Shooting StarStealth Black
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                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                4 Stroke, SI Engine
                4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
                Displacement
                123.94 cc
                249.03 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                1
                Cooling System
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                Air Cooled
                Liquid 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 Type Assist And Slip
                Gearbox
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                5 Speed
                6 Speed
                Bore
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                50 mm
                73 mm
                Stroke
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                63.121 mm
                59.5 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                10.0:1
                12:1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                bs6.2
                bs6.2
                Max Torque
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                11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
                25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
                Starting System
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                Self Start Only
                Self Start Only
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                Features
                USB Charging PortYes
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                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
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                Tripmeter
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                Digital
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                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Split
                Split
                Body Graphics
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                		YesYes
                ClockYesYes
                Rear Footpegs
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                		YesYes
                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
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                Distance To EmptyYes
                -
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                Features and Safety
                Switchable ABS
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                		Yes
                Mobile ApplicationYes
                -
                Service Due IndicatorYes
                -
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                Additional Features/Information
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                Honda RoadSync, Weather Updates For Any Loaction
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                Real Time Mileage IndicatorYes
                -
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                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                48 Kmpl
                37 kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
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                130 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                12 L
                11.5 L
                Width
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                783 mm
                828 mm
                Length
                2015 mm
                2023 mm
                Height
                1087 mm
                1062 mm
                Ground Clearance
                166 mm
                167 mm
                Wheelbase
                1330 mm
                1357 mm
                Kerb Weight
                124 kg
                167.7 kg
                Seat height
                796 mm
                806 mm
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                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                LED
                Taillight
                LED
                LED
                Indicators
                LED
                LED
                Daytime Running LampsYesYes
                Projector HeadlightYesYes
                Low Fuel IndicatorYesYes
                Distance To EmptyYes
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                Average Fuel Economy IndicatorYes
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                Tyres and Brakes
                Front Brake Size
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                240 mm
                320 mm
                Rear Brake Size
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                130 mm
                230 mm
                Underpinnings
                Frame
                Diamond Type
                Steel Trellis Frame

                Pros & Cons

                • Pros
                • Cons

                • Honda CB125 Hornet

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

                  2025 Hero Xtreme 250R

                  • Looks muscular and has a good road presence.
                  • Lots of usable performance for the city and can make overtakes easily.
                  • Comfortable over broken roads with good ride comfort.
                  • Great value for money thanks to an attractive price.

                • Honda CB125 Hornet

                  • Stiff suspension
                  • Weak headlight illumination

                  2025 Hero Xtreme 250R

                  • The gear shifts are not very clean and could have been more reassuring.
                  • Instrument cluster looks and feels dated.
                  • Not as feature packed as some of its rivals.

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • CB125 Hornet
                • 2025 Xtreme 250R
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                  aniket on Oct 02, 2026
                  4.8
                  honda cb 125 hornet good looking best milage pillion seat comfort is low and and dual disk and update pillion seat and his bike make segment killer
                  This bike has a muscular look and very good headlight. Honda CB 125 Hornet is good-looking, has the best mileage, but the pillion seat comfort is low. Add dual disc and update the pillion seat, and this bike will become a segment killer. Bike quality and placement are best, but the cowl uses plastic; use a metal screw and update the tyre size. When this bike is complete, no bike can compete with this bike.
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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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                  2 4
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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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                  vivek on Aug 05, 2026
                  5.0
                  Better than it's competitors
                  Best 250 segment bike. Ovearall experience with this bike is good. Bike's pick up is great. Looks are fabulous, everything is good apart from hero service. Hero service is not top notch as compared to other companies. Apart from these, everything is good in this bike. Gives good mileage and comfort. Back seat can be more comfortable.
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                  mohammed on Nov 13, 2025
                  4.3
                  Xtreme 250R
                  I wanted an upgrade from 125 cc so I chose the 250cc segment. i got my xtreme 250r this month and my 1st opinion it's crazy good i don't know why people complain about engine oil leak and other stuff if you cold start your bike properly there won't be any such issue. Seating posture is comfortable for me although I feel a bit soreness in my forearms. Mileage since I have not done the 1st service i am getting around 35 in long rides but around 20 for areas with much traffic If u want the fastest 250 go for it. Road presence is too too good. If you don't have a problem with the mileage you are going to love this bike. The only thing I don't like is that the service can only be done in premium showrooms.
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                  vishal on Oct 30, 2025
                  5.0
                  Value for Money Sports Bike
                  I picked the Hero Xtreme because I needed a bike that can handle both city traffic and longer rides comfortably. I really liked the sporty design, and when I took it for a test ride, the engine felt smooth and strong, exactly what I was looking for. The riding experience has been very smooth. The bike is comfortable for my daily rides, fuel efficiency is decent, and the handling is excellent. Highways feel safe and stable. Hero's after-sales support is reliable. After using the bikes for years I shifted to this bike and fantastic what a change! The mileage is amazing and I feel more confident on longer rides now. It is also low maintenance. I 100% recommend this bike.
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                  karan on Oct 30, 2025
                  4.8
                  Strong Engine and Easy Handling
                  I chose this bike mainly for its balance of power and price. It’s not too heavy, yet it has enough punch for highways. Hero’s service network nearby also made me feel confident that maintenance wouldn’t be a problem. My experience with Hero Xtreme 250R has been good. The bike starts fastly even on cold mornings and the ride is quite stable. I love how easy it is to handle in tight traffic. Plus the fuel efficiency is a big plus for my daily office commute. I have been riding my Hero Xtreme 250R to college every day for over a year. It is light, easy to handle and my friends often borrow it too. One rainy day it did not slip even once it felt really safe. Yes, I have recommended it especially for students.
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                  kabir on Oct 30, 2025
                  4.8
                  Reliable Bike for Everyday Riders
                  I chose the Xtreme 250R basically because of its outstanding price-performance balance. I had been searching for an honest 250cc bike that would feel solid on the road without getting heavy. I also liked how easy it is to maintain a Hero brand motorcycle. Riding the Hero Xtreme 250R has been smooth and reliable. It manages city traffic well and the mileage is good for daily commutes. One time I took it on a long tour to a nearby place and it did not let me down at all. Feels sturdy and comfortable for long rides too! I ride my Hero Xtreme 250R bike for delivery work in the city. It is super dependable even in traffic. One day it rained like crazy, but the bike started in one kick the next day. I had to say go for it!
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                FAQs on Honda CB125 Hornet and 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R

                Q) Which bike is better Honda CB125 Hornet or 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R?

                A) As per our average user rating, Honda CB125 Hornet has a score of 4.8/5 while 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R has rate of 4.6 /5.

                Q) Which bike among Honda CB125 Hornet and 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R is cheaper?

                A) Honda CB125 Hornet price starts at Rs 1,15,485 & 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R price starts at Rs 1,72,524 in Delhi . Honda CB125 Hornet is cheaper between these.
                *Ex-showroom price in Delhi
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