The Honda Shine 125 is the most reliable 125cc commuter motorcycle in the Indian market. This model has been winning the trust of millions of customers for years. In 2025, the company has changed its prices and some features to make Shine even more attractive. Due to its simplicity, comfortable ride, and great mileage, this bike is still at the top of its category.
Variants and new prices
The 2025 Honda Shine 125 is available in two variants—drums and discs.
- Drum Variants: ₹76,793 (ex-showroom); on-road from around ₹94,000 to ₹98,000.
- Disk Variant: ₹81,515 (ex-showroom, post GST cut) on-road from around ₹100,000 to ₹102,000.
Due to the reduction in GST, the bike has now become cheaper than before. It is clear that the Shine 125 has now become even more affordable for buyers who want a reliable bike on a low budget.
Design and styling
The Honda Shine 125 has always been known for its neat and clean look. The company has not provided any fuel tank cowl, under-cowl, or additional design elements. The 2025 model also comes with an absolutely simple and clean design, which attracts family buyers and daily office goers.
At the front, there is still a halogen headlight. Although some people may feel the lack of LED, halogen bulbs prove to be more useful than LED in winter and fog. There is a chrome border around the headlamp, which gives it a premium look.
Console and features
In terms of features, the Honda Shine 125 is a bit ordinary. It gets a semi-digital console that shows basic information like speedometer, fuel gauge, odometer, and trip.
This is the same console previously used in the Honda Shine 125. Now that the SP125 has a new TFT display and Bluetooth connectivity, the Shine has got the previous console. It is possible that in the coming time, the company will also provide Bluetooth and a TFT console in Shine.
The switchgear is basic, with a single switch on the right side that works on/off.
Suspension and suspension
The Honda Shine 125 is available in two braking options:
- Drum Variants: 130 mm drum brakes front and rear
- Disk Variant: Braking duties are handled by a 240 mm disc up front and a 130 mm drum at the rear.
Both variants come with CBS (Combi Brake System), which makes the front brake partially functional when the rear brake is applied. This improves the safety and performance of the bike.
In terms of suspension, there are telescopic forks at the front and hydraulic shocks at the rear. The ride quality is quite comfortable, running smoothly on both city and village roads.
Engine and Performance
The Honda Shine 125 draws power from a 123.94 cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine producing 10.74 PS and 11 Nm of torque. This engine comes with a 5-speed gearbox.
This bike looks light and smooth in the city; it is easy to ride in traffic. The fifth gear on the highway gives it comfortable cruising. However, this is not a sporty performance bike, but it definitely gives a reliable and smooth ride.
Comfort and Dimensions
The Honda Shine 125 is known for its comfort. The seat is wide and comfortable, which reduces fatigue even at long distances.
Main dimensions:
- Length: 2046 mm
- Height: 1116 mm
- Ground clearance: 162 mm
- Seat Height: 791 mm
- Weight: 114 kg
Due to these dimensions, the bike remains balanced and in control on all types of roads.
Wheels and tyres
The Honda Shine 125 125 gets 18-inch tubeless tyres of 80/100 size on both sides. These tyres are good enough for city and highway riding. However, if the rear tyre were slightly wider, the bike would have looked more stable and sporty.
Mileage and fuel efficiency
Mileage is the biggest strength of Shine. From the 2025 model, you can comfortably get a mileage of 50-55 kmpl. If you drive in Eco mode with smooth throttle, you will get even better mileage.
The final decision
The 2025 Honda Shine 125 is for those who want a reliable and fuel-efficient bike without any frills. Its simplicity, comfort, affordable price, and reliable engine make it the best choice for middle-class families and daily office goers.
If you want the bike to be more comfortable and reliable at a lower cost, the Honda Shine 125 is still a great choice in the 125cc segment.