Honda SP125: Variants Explained

The sp125 has been a steady seller in the 125cc space for years now. Honda built this bike around a simple idea: a commuter bike that doesn't feel boring to ride. It comes in two variants, STD and DLX, and the difference between them isn't huge, but it does change how the bike behaves in a couple of situations that matter.

What’s Different

The standard variant gets you a drum brake upfront. Honestly, that works fine in everyday, low-speed riding, but a disc brake bites harder and stops better. The DLX gets that disc, and it's the more meaningful change of the two. For a closer look at what each trim brings to the table, check out our complete features explained story

The console gap matters less for outright function and more for how you read information at a glance. The STD's fully digital display gives you the basics clearly enough. The DLX gets a TFT screen, which looks more modern and gives the bike a slightly more premium feel.

What Stays The Same

Everything else on the SP125 stays the same across both variants. Both get the same 123.94cc engine and a 5-speed gearbox, so performance remains unchanged. Suspension and tyre sizes are identical too, while the rear brake stays a 130mm drum on both. The dimensions are also the same, with just a 1kg difference in kerb weight. Both get a 12V 5.0Ah battery, an LED headlamp and the same five colour options. 

Which One To Buy

If you mostly ride in slow city traffic and rarely need to brake hard, the STD covers the basics well and costs less. But the disc brake on the DLX adds a useful safety margin, and for around Rs 7,500 more, it's a sensible step up for most riders. Also, the TFT screen is a nice bonus on top, but the brake is the more meaningful reason to consider the DLX.