1. 🔥 Introduction: Ek nayi game-changer
Bhai log, Honda CB125 Hornet officially India mein launch ho rahi hai — yeh ek 125cc sporty street‑fighter hain, jo urban youth ke liye full dhamakedaar bike hai. Honda ne bola hai ki booking 1 August 2025 se start hogi, aur price approx ₹95,000–₹1 lakh ke beech expected hai .
Ye model Honda ka pehla sporty 125cc bike hai jo Jain commuter segment se direct race karega TVS Raider aur Hero Xtreme 125R jaise bikes se — youth ko grab karne ke liye ekdam targeted move hai .
2. 🛠️ Engine & Performance
Engine: 123.94 cc, single‑cylinder, air‑cooled SI engine (jo SP 125 / Shine 125 mein bhi hai) par ismein tune karke nikla hai 11.1 PS @ 7,500 rpm aur 11.2 Nm @ 6,000 rpm .
Transmission: 5‑speed manual gearbox, zameendaar gear-shifts dete hue.
Acceleration: Honda claim karta hai 0‑60 km/h sprint 5.4 seconds mein poore karta hai — top class! .
Kerb Weight: Sirf 124 kg, is segment ki lightest bikes mein se hai .
Fuel Tank: 12 litre capacity, daily city commuting mein zabardast mileage milega.
Bhai, in numbers ka matlab yeh hai ki Hornet ek nimble, quick, aur sporty feel wali bike hai — edgy, per commuter friendly.
3. 🎨 Design & Style: Street‑Fighter Look
3.1 Head‑Turner Front
Twin LED headlamp + LED DRLs + high‑mounted LED indicators .
Bold tank shrouds, angular street-fighter styling — ekdum aggressive look.
3.2 USD Forks & Suspension
Front: Golden Upside‑Down (USD) telescopic fork — segment‑first feature .
Rear: 5‑step adjustable mono‑shock — comfort aur control dono milega.
3.3 Wheels & Braking
Alloy wheels 17‑inch – front: 80/100‑17; rear: 110/80‑17 tubeless tyres .
Front disc 240 mm (petal type) with single‑channel ABS; rear drum brake 130 mm
3.4 Bodywork
Split seat design, stubby exhaust, sculpted fuel tank — ekdum muscular vibe .
Unique ignition key placed on fuel tank — styling + ergonomics dono ko dhyan mein rakha gaya .
4. 📱 Features: Tech‑Loaded Street Fighter
4.2‑inch Colour TFT Display
Bluetooth via Honda RoadSync app — navigation, calls/SMS alerts, music control .
Switches left handlebar pe mounted — toggle karna easy hai
Connectivity & Convenience
USB‑C charging port for rider devices .
Side-stand engine cut-off & indicator — safety first .
Engine stop switch, LED lighting full across (head, tail, indicators) .
Premium Touches
Golden USD forks elevated build quality 느낌 deta hai.
Key on tank posture stylish feel provide karta hai.
Split seat seems comfortable aur sporty dono.
5. 💸 Price & Availability
Expected price: ₹95,000–₹1,00,000 (ex‑showroom) .
Booking starts: 1 August 2025 .
Launch & deliveries: Expect July–August timeframe; exact dates soon announce hogi.
Bhai, is price point par proper competition mein turf hogi — comparable to Raider & Xtreme.
6. 🧩 Competition Table: CB125 vs Raider vs Xtreme 125R
Feature CB125 Hornet TVS Raider 125 Hero Xtreme 125R
Power 11.1 PS @7,500 rpm ~10.8 PS ~10.8 PS
Torque 11.2 Nm @6,000 rpm ~10.8 Nm ~10.6 Nm
Weight 124 kg 122 kg ~136 kg
0–60 km/h 5.4 s ~5.8 s ~5.9 s
Suspension USD fork + mono-shock Telescopic + mono-shock Telescopic + mono-shock
Display 4.2″ TFT w/ BT Semi-digital Semi-digital
ABS Single-channel front CBS Single-channel front
USB-C Port ✅ ❌ ❌
Price (est) ₹95k–₹1L ₹85k–₹95k ₹90k–₹1L
✅ CB125 Hornet edges ahead in tech (TFT, USB-C), suspension (USD forks), acceleration, aur overall modern styling.
7. 👍 Pros & Cons
Pros
✅ Aggressive styling — eye-candy among 125cc enthusiast riders
✅ USD forks — class‑leading suspension setup
✅ Smart TFT display — modern connectivity features
✅ Fast acceleration — 0–60 in 5.4s, fastest mood mein
✅ Lightweight at 124 kg — better handling & nimble feel
Cons
❌ Single-channel ABS — some competitors offer better braking systems
❌ Rear drum brake — a bit outdated against full-disc rivals
❌ Price premium — ₹1 lakh jaisa means high initial outlay
❌ Service & spares — Honda network solid hai, magar parts expensive ho sakte hain
8. 🎯 Ride Impressions (First Looks)
Abhi tak test rides officially nahi hain par experts bol rahe hain:
RideSpark yeh keh raha hai wheels aur suspension “comfortable aur stable” feel karte hue everyday use mein .
Autocar India ke review mein mention hai: “It rides light, weighs just 124 kg, making it one of the lightest bikes in its class” .
Cornering nimble hai, thanks to light weight and USD setup — city aur twisty roads dono manage karega.
12. ✅ Summary At A Glance
Launch date: Booking from 1 Aug 2025
Price: ₹95k–₹1 Lakh expected
Engine: 123.94 cc, 11.1 PS / 11.2 Nm, 5-speed
Weight: 124 kg
Performance: 0–60 in 5.4s
Suspension: USD forks (golden) + mono-shock
Tech: 4.2″ TFT, USB‑C, Bluetooth, LED lighting
Brakes: 240 mm front disc + ABS, 130 mm rear drum
Colours: 4 eye-catching variants
Competition: Raider 125 & Xtreme 125R
Who is it for: Young riders seekingsporty style + tech
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