Honda SP125 Base Variant: All You Need To Know
Honda's base SP125 misses out on Bluetooth and a disc brake, but it doesn't skip on the essentials
The Honda SP125 is one of India's popular 125cc commuters, sold in two variants: STD and DLX. The DLX brings some extra tech and a sharper-stopping front disc brake, but the STD isn't short on substance either. Here's what it actually gets you:
Price & Positioning
The Honda SP 125 drum variant costs Rs 89,279 (ex-showroom Delhi). Both variants share the same 123.94cc engine, which gives you almost identical smooth performance. The rest of the core chassis and setup also stay identical, making sure you get the same reliable ride quality regardless of which option you choose. But the STD does miss out on a few features offered on the higher variants, such as the 4.2-inch TFT console with smartphone connectivity for turn-by-turn navigation, etc.
Design & Styling
The STD carries the same sporty design as the DLX, featuring a sharp LED headlamp, aggressive tank shrouds, a short, upswept exhaust, and Y-shaped alloy wheels. You get a slim, M-shaped LED taillight that complements the bike’s overall personality. That said, both variants get the same five colour options: Pearl Igneous Black, Matt Axis Grey Metallic, Pearl Siren Blue, Imperial Red Metallic, and Matt Marvel Blue Metallic. Our pick is the Matt Marvel Blue Metallic, since the shade itself is easy on the eye and the body graphics on it aren't too jarring.
Features
The STD variant may have a basic digital LCD console, but it doesn't miss out on the essentials. It gets a 15W USB-C charging port, an idle start-stop system that helps save fuel in stop-and-go traffic, and an integrated pass-light switch. These features are carried over unchanged to the DLX variant as well.
Safety & Hardware
The SP125 standard uses 130mm drum brakes at both ends, backed by a combined braking system. The DLX, on the other hand, gets a 240mm front disc while keeping a drum at the rear. Both get a side-stand engine cut-off as standard, and the weight difference is negligible: the drum version weighs 116kg against the Deluxe’s 117kg. Both variants share identical chassis hardware underneath. You get a diamond-type frame, the telescopic fork, a 5-step preload-adjustable twin rear shock, and alloy wheels wrapped in tubeless tyres.
Engine & Performance
Power comes from the same 123.94cc, air-cooled, fuel-injected single-cylinder engine. It makes 10.87PS and 10.9Nm of torque, sent through a 5-speed gearbox.
In our real-world testing, it returned 63.8kmpl in mixed use, and with an 11-litre tank, that's a range of around 600km on a full tank. Pretty good for a 125cc bike, we’d say!
BikeDekho Says
The Standard makes sense if the DLX's colour TFT console, Bluetooth connectivity, and disc brake aren't dealbreakers for you. Everything else- the engine, chassis, comfort, and ride quality- is identical between the two. If you do want that extra tech and sharper braking, the DLX is worth paying extra for, and that’s what we would recommend, especially for better safety.
Honda SP 125 User Reviews
- it is besk bike for daily useoverall it's a best bike for daily use and it's give the around 65 kmph average with smooth driving and it's good maintenance and good comfortable while driving and long distance, it's a give a better comfortable for daily use and office use and for long distance travel, so overall it is a best bike to buy,Read More5 6
- Best bike in this segmentI chose this bike for its excellent mileage and refined engine and Honda reliability, low maintenance cost and stylish design. Its perfect for daily user. Honda is a trusted and reliable brand. Smooth performance bike. The ride is smooth and comfortable, the engine is refined, give me mileage of 60 - 68 kmpl, the handling is light in city traffic and it remain stable on highways. Braking and comfort are also satisfactory. Yes, I will recommend the Honda Sp 125 to student, office commuter and daily user, which are looking a affordable 125 cc motorcycle. Comfortable seating and excellent value for money motorcycle. This is my 1st choice.Read More9 2
- Fuel-efficient and easy to maintain bikeThe mileage of this bike is very good. This bike is very comfortable. The maintenance is quite low. The look is very good. This bike has very nice features. Its handling is very simple and easy to learn. It is very good for long and short distance travel. The height of the seat is good. The seat is comfortable. Smooth handling, great mileage and super low maintenance make this bike perfect for daily rides. Reliable engine, comfortable seating and excellent performance add to the overall riding experience. Nice suspension. This bike is very fitting for every type of working person whether for service or business. This is a excellent choice for daily usage. This is a great choice for anyone looking for a reliable and budget-friendly bike.Read More17 4
- Excellent bike with outstanding milageI was looking for a 125cc bike, upon reaching finalized to 2 options sp125 and TVS raider. Raider was sportier and done a test drive for both. I previously owned a TVS jupiter, service of TVS was pathetic. Finally concluded to buy sp125. Excellent mileage getting around 79 to 81 mixed driving condition city and highway. Drive around 100 to 150km per day. Only issue I faced is the seat, It's not comfortable. I have driven many scooter's/bike's and it's the worst seat of all. I would definitely recommend this bike if you are looking for a bike with excellent mileage. It's a 125cc bike, if you drive accordingly to that you can squeeze more mileage out of it. If you drive aggressively don't expect mileage. You have to modify the seat or any alternative arrangements to make the drive more comfortable.Read More20 10
- Amazing Experience ,Looks good,I am very happy with my Honda SP 125. It is a stylish and reliable bike with very good mileage. The engine is smooth and riding is comfortable for daily commuting. This bike is reliable and fuel efficient bike. The Maintenance cost is also affordable. Overall it is a great bike in the 125cc segment.Read More10 7