Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) today celebrated 25 years of operations in India. The company commemorated its glorious 25 years by unveiling two new motorcycles – the CB125 Hornet and Shine 100 DX. These launches underscore HMSI’s commitment to delivering modern, technologically advanced products tailored for Indian customers. Bookings for the all-new Honda CB125 Hornet and the Honda Shine 100 DX will be open from 1st August 2025. Honda has had a tough time dealing with 125cc rivals in the past. The CB 125 Hornet seems attractive enough to have a good start.
The Honda CB125 Hornet is designed for today’s urban youth, combining aggressive street-style design with advanced features and thrilling performance. It sports a bold front fascia that gives it a commanding road presence complemented by an all-LED lighting setup, including a signature twin-LED headlamp with LED DRLs and high-mounted LED turn indicators. Moving to the side profile, the CB125 Hornet gets a muscular fuel tank with sharp tank shrouds and a stylish muffler.
Adding flair to its premium touch is the first-in-segment golden USD front forks along with a 5-step adjustable mono-shock absorber that aids in providing superior handling to the motorcycle. The unique positioning of ignition key on the fuel tank adds to both convenience and style. Further accentuating the new CB125 Hornet’s street smart character are multi-spoke alloy wheels and a split seat set-up for better comfort of both rider and pillion.
Designed to match the style and preferences of new-age riders, the all-new CB125 Hornet is offered in four dynamic colour options with striking combinations. They are – Pearl Siren Blue with Lemon Ice Yellow, Pearl Igneous Black, Pearl Siren Blue with Athletic Blue Metallic, and Pearl Siren Blue with Sports Red. In terms of features, it gets a 4.2-inch TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity and Honda RoadSync app compatibility.
Thanks to the Honda RoadSync app, the riders can focus o road and still stay connected with seamless access to navigation, calls & SMS alerts, and music playback with a headset. The screen can be toggled by the switches placed on the left handlebar. The CB125 Hornet gets a Universal USB Type-C charging port, enabling riders to charge their devices while on the go. Moreover, it comes equipped with an engine stop switch & a side-stand indicator with engine inhibitor for added safety.
Powering the all-new CB125 Hornet is a 123.94cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected, OBD2B compliant engine that churns out 11.4 PS of power at 7500 RPM and 11.2 Nm of peak torque at 6000 RPM. The engine comes paired with a 5-speed gearbox. It can sprint from 0 to 60 km/h in just 5.4 seconds. With a lightweight build of just 124 kg and a power packed performance, the CB125 Hornet offers effortless maneuverability and instant thrill.
Braking duties are handled by a 240mm petal disc. The inclusion of petal disc enhances heat dissipation & improves cooling, thus improving braking efficiency. Moreover, as an added safety measure, the CB125 Hornet is equipped with a single-channel ABS. It rides on wide tubeless tyres – 80/100-17 unit at the front and a 110/80-17 unit at the rear. This setup instills confidence in the rider to take on every ride with ease and control. The Yamaha FZ-Fi Hybrid is also going to compete with this motorcycle as it shares similar powertrain figures.
