Bajaj Chetak vs Honda CB125 Hornet

Last Updated: September 5, 2026

Honda CB125 Hornet price starts at Rs. 1.15 Lakh, which is Rs. 3,785 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Chetak, priced at Rs. 1.19 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the CB125 Hornet returns a claimed 48 kmpl, while the Chetak offers a claimed 131 km/charge. On the performance front, the Chetak uses a 3Kwh battery and the CB125 Hornet a 123.94cc engine producing 11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Chetak and CB125 Hornet, the CB125 Hornet is the better pick for affordability.

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Chetak vs CB125 Hornet Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj ChetakHonda CB125 Hornet
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.19 LakhRs. 1.15 Lakh
Mileage / Range 131 km/charge48 kmpl
Engine / Battery 3 Kwh123.94 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available124 Kg

Chetak vs CB125 Hornet Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Chetak C3001Honda CB125 Hornet STD
Rating
29 reviews
5 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.19 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.15 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available 4 Stroke, SI Engine
Max Power Not Available 11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Chetak Colors
Honda CB125 Hornet Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 131 km/charge Not Available
ABS Not Available Single Channel
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 0.15/km Rs. 2.08/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 3,327 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 4,365 Chetak Insurance Rs. 6,744 CB125 Hornet Insurance
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Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
70 km/Hr
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Not Available
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
Not Available
123.94 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
5 Speed
No. Of Batteries
1
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
11.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
Not Available
50 mm
Stroke
Not Available
63.121 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Hub Motor
Chian Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10.0:1

Front Brake
Drum
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
48 Kmpl
Scooter Speed
high
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Single Sided Leading Link
Golden Upside Down Fork (USD)
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Monoshock

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/100-12
front :-80/100 - 17, rear :-110/80 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
775 mm
796 mm
Front Storage Compartment
Yes
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1914*725*1142 mm3
2015*783*1087 mm3
Wheelbase
1355 mm
1330 mm
Length
1914 mm
2015 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
166 mm
Height
1142 mm
1087 mm
Width
725 mm
783 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
12 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
124 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
240 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Not Available
Motor Type
BLDC
Not Available
Claimed range
131 km/charge
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Yes
Range
131 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
3 Kwh
12V / 4AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Charging Time(0-80%)
2 Hrs 55 Min
Not Available
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Steel Body
Diamond Type
Digital Display Type
Monochrome LCD
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Eco,Sport
Not Available
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
1
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Self Cancelling Blinkers, Guide Me Home Lights
Honda RoadSync, Weather Updates For Any Loaction
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Body
Steel
Not Available
Reverse Assist
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
35 L
Not Available
Charger Output
750 W
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 50,000 Km
3 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Chetak
  • Large 35-litre underseat storage
  • Touch enabled TFT console with touch screen sensitivity adjustment
  • New battery pack with better range
Honda CB125 Hornet
  • The bike gets a TFT console with connected features
  • Comes with all LED lights and a USB charging port
  • Gets golden-coloured USD fork
Bajaj Chetak
  • Doesn’t get fast charging
  • Design remains unchanged and fails to stand out
  • TecPac needed to unlock full set of features
Honda CB125 Hornet
  • Doesn’t get a rear disc brake
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Bajaj Chetak Vs Honda CB125 Hornet FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Chetak vs Honda CB125 Hornet?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Chetak is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for comfort and safety in your bike. But Honda CB125 Hornet is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, maintenance and features.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Chetak vs Honda CB125 Hornet?
The Honda CB125 Hornet is cheaper than Bajaj Chetak by ₹3,785.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Chetak vs Honda CB125 Hornet?
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Chetak has better performance.

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