Honda Shine 125 Takes Out Rivals: Sweet Extras Under 85K at 65 KMPL

Honda Shine 125 : A big change hit the 125cc daily ride market when Honda rolled out their new Shine 125 jazzed up with a new look and better stuff. This savvy move adds sweet extras and ups the game in how it moves all while keeping its top spot as the most sold 125cc motorbike in India.

Shine Look and Style

The Shine 125 hitting the roads in 2024 flaunts a sleek style mix that marries contemporary looks with real-world use. This bike sports a bold single-pod headlight dressed up with a cowl the same color as the body and shiny chrome highlights for a commanding appearance up front. Chrome details don’t end there, as they jazz up the headlight cowl, the sides, and even the muffler’s heat guard. Not to mention, those snazzy five-spoke alloys give it that upscale vibe.

The “Go” in Shine: Engine and Zip

Embedded at the core of the Shine 125, a sleek 123.94cc engine with a single cylinder and sophisticated fuel injection throws out 10.74 PS at 7500 rpm alongside 11 Nm of twist at 6000 rpm. This motor teams up with a 5-speed gearbox that glides between gears, ensuring the bike runs like a dream no matter the road.

Tech and Tricks on the Shine

Honda packed the Shine full of cool tech to make riding a breeze and to keep you safe. You get a bunch of neat stuff like a button to start or stop the engine, a flasher for when you need to signal with your high beam, and a safety feature that turns off the engine if the side stand is down. Plus, there’s this outside fuel pump and a braking system that makes sure both wheels slow down together .

Keeping Safe on the Shine

The Shine 125 sports some nifty safety gadgets. Honda’s made sure you’ve got the essentials, like an engine start/stop switch for easy ignition, a way to flash your high beams all quick, and a stand cut-off that won’t let the engine run if the side stand is still out. The bike also boasts an external fuel pump and a braking system that balances the stoppage power between front and rear so you’re less likely to skid.

Honda’s safety gear rocks a Combined Braking System. This thing syncs up with either drum brakes that are 130mm on both tires or a cool 240mm disc brake in the front and a 130mm drum brake chilling in the back – depends on what model you get. Up front, the bike’s got these telescopic forks, and the back holds onto five-level adjustable springs.

Shine’s Got Game in the Fuel Department and It’s Handy Too

Okay, so the Shine 125, it’s got some real game squeezing out an amazing 55 kmpl when they put it through their paces. With a fuel tank that can lug around 10.5 liters, you’re set for the daily grind. Plus, it’s a featherweight at just 113 kg, which is pretty sweet for both saving on gas and zigzagging through traffic.

Where Shine’s At – Models and Price Tags

Stepping into 2024, the Shine is strutting its stuff with two tricked-out models.

For the drum brake version, you’ll need Rs. 79,800 and for the disc brake one, it’s Rs. 83,800 straight from the showroom floor.

This motorbike rocks in five cool shades. You’ve got Black, Geny Grey Metallic, Matte Axis Grey, Rebel Red Metallic, and Decent Blue Metallic to choose from.

Questions People Ask a Lot

How far can Shine 125 go on a liter? Riding this motorbike, you can expect to cover 55 kilometers per liter when you’re testing it out.

What’s the deal with the fuel tank? This ride comes stacked with a fuel tank that holds 10.5 liters.

And the clearance from the ground? You’re looking at a respectable ground clearance of 162mm.

What about the seat? How high is it? No sweat getting on this bike – the seat’s 791mm off the ground.

What’s the cost to drive it off the lot? Okay so when you’re ready to hit the road, the cost kicks off at something like Rs. 85,000, but keep in mind, it changes depending on where you are.