Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Honda Shine

Last Updated: August 4, 2026

Honda Shine price starts at Rs. 80,976, which is Rs. 4,533 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar 125, priced at Rs. 85,509. In terms of mileage, the Pulsar 125 offers a claimed 51.46 kmpl, while the Shine delivers 55 kmpl. On the performance front, the Pulsar 125 uses a 124.38cc engine producing 11.8 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Shine a 123.94cc engine producing 10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar 125 and Shine, the Shine is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Pulsar 125 stands out for performance.

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Pulsar 125 vs Shine Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 125Honda Shine
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 85,509Rs. 80,976
Mileage 51.46 kmpl55 kmpl
Engine 124.38 cc123.94 cc
Max power 11.8 PS @ 8500 rpm10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm
Kerb weight 144 Kg113 Kg

Pulsar 125 vs Shine Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 125 Neon Single SeatHonda Shine Drum
Rating
710 reviews
772 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 85,509 Check On Road Price Rs. 80,976 Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine 4 Stroke, SI, BS-VI Engine
Max Power 11.8 PS @ 8500 rpm 10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 125 Colors
Honda Shine Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Starting Kick and Self Start Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,556 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 2,333 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,173 Pulsar 125 Insurance Rs. 6,087 Shine Insurance
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Spark Plugs
2 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
99 kmph
90 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant Engine
4 Stroke, SI, BS-VI Engine
Engine Displacement
124.38 cc
123.94 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
11.8 PS @ 8500 rpm
10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
10.8 Nm @ 6500 rpm
11 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
56 mm
50 mm
Stroke
50.5 mm
63.121 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
DC
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10.05:1
10.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Drum
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Combi Brake System

Mileage (Overall)
51.46 kmpl
55 kmpl
City Mileage (Tested)
51.46 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
57 kmpl
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
50-55 kmpl
50-55 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
30 mm Telescopic
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Twin Hydraulic Suspension
Hydraulic Type

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
33 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
41 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-17 Rear :-100/90-17
Front :-80/100-18, Rear :- 90/90-18
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
791 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.3 L
Gross Weight
294 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2055*755*1060 mm3
2046*728*1116 mm3
Wheelbase
1320 mm
1285 mm
Length
2055 mm
2046 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
162 mm
Height
1060 mm
1116 mm
Width
755 mm
728 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
10.5 L
Kerb Weight
144 Kg
113 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Front Brake Size
240 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
Halogen
Halogen
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
12V / 5AH
Pilot Lamps
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Double-cradle
Diamond
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Handlebar type
Not Available
Single Piece
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes

1st Service
500-750 Km / 30-45 Days
1000 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
4500-5000 Km / 8 Months
6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
9500-10000 Km / 1 Year
12000 Kms/365 Days

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
3 Years or 42,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
42000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar 125
  • Colours and graphics are sporty
  • Segment-first clip-on handlebars
  • Fit & finish levels are top-notch
Honda Shine
  • Gets silent starter and an engine kill-switch
  • 5-speed gearbox
  • Is fuel-efficient
Bajaj Pulsar 125
  • Seat cushioning is on the firmer side
  • Engine feels a stressed at higher speeds
  • A bit pricey
Honda Shine
  • Slightly costlier
  • Conservative design

Is Bajaj Pulsar 125 Better Than Honda Shine?

59% users have chosen Bajaj Pulsar 125 over Honda Shine in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 4148 users have also rated Bajaj Pulsar 125 and Honda Shine on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Honda Shine is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of safety user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Shine Pulsar 125
Mileage 3.8 4.1
Performance 4.0 4.2
Comfort 4.0 4.2
Maintenance 3.8 4.0
Safety 0.1 0.1
Features 4.0 3.8
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which bike best between Pulsar 125 and Shine 125?
  • Pulsar 125 is good the shine 125 is not good cb shine is good than pulsar 125 and shine 125
  • But mileage is only 35 kmpl.
  • We would suggest you to opt for the Honda Shine, if you are looking for a bike with better fuel efficiency and a refined engine. The BS6 Shine gets a ACG starter motor, which offers extremely silent, almost noiseless starts and a start/stop switch. Powering the Honda is 125cc fuel-injected motor that makes 10.7PS of power and 11Nm of torque mated to a new 5-speed transmission. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of comfort and compatibility. You may click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Which is speed is better Bajaj Pulsar 125 or Honda Shine?
  • Shine
  • Bohat speed is good
  • Price Kya hai pulsar 125 neon
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Q. Shine 125 or Pulsar 125 or Raider 125 which is the best?
  • Honda Shine comes with better fuel efficiency and a refined engine. The BS6 Shine gets an ACG starter motor, which offers extremely silent, almost noiseless starts and a start/stop switch. Powering the Honda is a 125cc fuel-injected motor that makes 10.7PS of power and 11Nm of torque mated to a new 5-speed transmission. However, The Pulsar 125 does make a lot of sense for a novice rider looking for a motorcycle with a bit of oomph without having to forego one’s entire life savings. It is the most affordable Pulsar on sale right now. And TVS has gone the smarter route, keeping a thrilling ride experience as the USP, instead of a purely commuter-centric approach. Nevertheless, the TVS Raider seems like a solid product and a worthy (and stylish) alternative to the umpteenth Honda Shine. Moreover, we would suggest you take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
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Bajaj Pulsar 125 Vs Honda Shine FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Honda Shine?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Honda Shine is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance. On the basis of safety user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Honda Shine?
The Honda Shine is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar 125 by ₹4,533.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 125 vs Honda Shine?
For the Neon Single Seat version, 124.38 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar 125 produces 11.8 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 10.8 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Drum version, 123.94 cc Petrol engine of Shine produces 10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 11 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar 125 has better performance.

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