Honda SP125: Variants Explained
Find out if paying the extra Rs 7,000 is worth it for the top variant of the SP125
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
|
Feature |
STD |
DLX |
|
Price (ex-showroom, Delhi) |
Rs 89,748 |
Rs 97,335 |
|
Meter console |
Fully digital |
TFT |
|
Front brake |
Drum, 130mm |
Disc, 240mm |
|
Kerb weight |
116 kg |
117 kg |
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.
Honda SP 125 User Reviews
Nice bike yaar, maine sirf suna tha aaj maine ride ka maza bhi liya hai aap kabhi bhi kisi behtareen bike ki agar talash me hai to mera suggestion rahega ki ap Honda ki sp 125 hi le kyunki aap jab ap jab bike ride krte hai aisa lagta hai ki koi branded admi aaraha hai, thankyou so much honda, Overall best bike.Read More
It is a very comfortable bike which I have ever seen with more power with better mileage, best perfomance low maintainance, I suggest It is best for daily workes students with low budget, big blast, It Is very comfortable bike with best pickup, Overall all in one, best engine ever I have seen with better safety.Read More
It gives a mileage of 69 km/l on highways, but the suspension and braking are not up to the mark. It is a good choice for those who need good mileage and low maintenance. More colour options and a rear disc brake are needed. Its city performance is also good, delivering more than 60 km/l. The automatic engine shut-off at traffic signals is a very useful feature.Read More
Honda bike runs very well on the road and its mileage is also very good and everyone is liking it very well. It runs very smooth on the road on which people are trusting and we can see very good results in future too. We like this SP 125 very much and also its mileage is really good and its safety is really great.Read More
I have driving this daily for 100km and I found this bike very cost efficient, Also provide good mileage and smooth engine experience provide great looks and smooth riding in cities, This is good bike for daily user. While drive around 100 -150 km with no issues. But more than 150 km in a single ride may give you little bit pain on back. Smooth handling and road presence easy to control and flexible in crowded places and give good experience. Daily riding person with good mileage and comfort should be purchases, This bike will comfortable for driver or co passanger in the city and good seating postures, bike will be great for daily riders which ride around 150km daily. overall the bike is great.Read More