Honda CB125 Hornet Vs Bajaj Pulsar N125 Spec Comparison: What's Different?

Honda has entered the 125cc bike segment with its new CB125 Hornet. This new bike brings a bold design, modern features and premium parts. On the other hand, the Bajaj Pulsar N125 is already a popular choice in this segment, known for its performance and easy handling. With Honda now joining the race, here’s a look at how the two bikes compare on paper. Here’s a detailed spec comparison to understand how they stack up against each other.

The Honda CB125 Hornet is powered by a 123.94cc single-cylinder, fuel-injected engine producing 11 bhp at 7500 rpm and 11.2 Nm of torque at 6000 rpm paired with a 5 speed gearbox and weighs 124 kg. Honda claims it is the fastest in its class with a 0 to 60 kmph time of just 5.4 seconds. In comparison, the Bajaj Pulsar N125 uses a 124.58cc air-cooled, single-spark engine that delivers 11.8 bhp at 8500 rpm and 11 Nm at 6000 rpm. It too features a 5-speed transmission and weighs slightly more at 127.5 kg. Despite its higher power output, the Pulsar's acceleration times haven't been officially revealed.

The CB125 Hornet stands out with premium upside-down front forks (USD) and a 5-step adjustable rear monoshock. It is built on a diamond-type frame. On the other hand, the Pulsar N125 features a simpler telescopic front setup and monoshock rear, both with 125 mm of travel. Both bikes get a 240 mm disc at the front and a 130 mm drum at the rear. However, the Hornet comes equipped with a single-channel ABS while the Pulsar uses a Combined Braking System (CBS), offering different approaches to safety.

Front Tyre setups on both motorcycles are similar with 80/100-17 size . The CB125 Hornet gets a wider 110/80-17 rear tyre, while the Pulsar uses a narrower 100/90-17. Both feature tubeless tyres. The Hornet is longer and has a larger wheelbase (1330 mm vs 1295 mm). While its ground clearance is 166 mm, the Pulsar offers a higher 180 mm, useful for rough roads.

In terms of design, The Honda CB125 Hornet comes with an aggressive streetfighter look with sharp tank shrouds, a split seat, golden USD forks and full LED lighting. It gets a 4.2-inch TFT display with Bluetooth and Honda RoadSync app support, offering navigation, call/SMS alerts, music control, a USB Type-C charging port, engine stop switch and side-stand cut-off. The Bajaj Pulsar N125 follows a futuristic design language with floating body panels and hexagonal accents. It is available in seven color options and offers two digital display variants a basic LCD and a larger version that supports call/message notifications via Bluetooth, though with limited connectivity features compared to the Honda.