BMW R 1300 GS Adventure vs Honda Activa 125

Last Updated: September 13, 2026

Honda Activa 125 price starts at Rs. 89,656, which is Rs. 25.60 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of BMW R 1300 GS Adventure, priced at Rs. 26.50 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the R 1300 GS Adventure offers a claimed 21 kmpl, while the Activa 125 delivers 47 kmpl. On the performance front, the R 1300 GS Adventure uses a 1300cc engine producing 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm and the Activa 125 a 123.92cc engine producing 8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm. If you're deciding between the R 1300 GS Adventure and Activa 125, the Activa 125 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the R 1300 GS Adventure stands out for performance.

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R 1300 GS Adventure vs Activa 125 Comparison Summary

Specification BMW R 1300 GS AdventureHonda Activa 125
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 26.50 LakhRs. 89,656
Mileage 21 kmpl47 kmpl
Engine 1300 cc123.92 cc
Max power 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm
Kerb weight 269 Kg107 Kg

R 1300 GS Adventure vs Activa 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Standard (Racing Red)Honda Activa 125 25 Year Anniversary Edition
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Brand Name BMW Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 26.50 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 89,656 Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air Liquid Cooled Two Cylinder Four Stroke Boxer Engine 4 Stroke, SI Engine
Max Power 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm 8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Colors
Honda Activa 125 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 72,556 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 2,583 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 56,456 R 1300 GS Adventure Insurance Rs. 6,517 Activa 125 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
220 kmph
90 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Air Liquid Cooled Two Cylinder Four Stroke Boxer Engine
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
1300 cc
123.92 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
CVT
Max Power
145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm
8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque
149 Nm @ 6500 rpm
10.5 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Bore
106.5 mm
50 mm
Stroke
73 mm
63.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
2
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
13.3 : 1
10.0:1

Front Brake
Double Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
4 Piston
1 Piston
Rear Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available
Braking Type
Not Available
Combi Brake System

Mileage (Overall)
21 kmpl
47 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
40-45 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Central Shock Absorber, Travel - 210 mm
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Single-sided Swingarm, Travel - 220 mm
3-Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
36 psi
22 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
22 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
42 psi
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
42 psi
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-19, Rear :-170/60-17
Front :-90/90-12,Rear :-90/100-10
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
870 mm
765 mm
Load carrying capacity
216 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
4 L
1.3 L
Front Storage Compartment
Not Available
Yes
Gross Weight
485 kg
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2212*1000*1406 mm3
1850*707*1160 mm3
Wheelbase
1518 mm
1260 mm
Length
2212 mm
1850 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
162 mm
Height
1406 mm
1160 mm
Width
1000 mm
707 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
30 L
5.3 L
Kerb Weight
269 Kg
107 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
310 mm
190 mm
Rear Brake Size
285 mm
130 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 10AH
12V / 5AH
Seat Opening Switch
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Two-part frame concept consisting of main frame and rear frame bolted to it, co-supporting engine
Under Bone
Digital Display Type
Not Available
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Kick Start
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
1
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Dynamic Brake Control, Tyre Pressure Control, On-Board Computer, Dynamic Engine Brake Control
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Immobilizer
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes
Not Available
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Split
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Carry hook
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
18 L
Cooling System
Air Cooled & Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
36000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda Activa 125
  • Get a new and more stylish design at the front
  • Features a 4.2 inch TFT screen with smartphone connectivity
  • All variants get a front disc brake as standard
Honda Activa 125
  • Makes same power and torque as before
  • Significantly costlier than before
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BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Vs Honda Activa 125 FAQs

Which bike is cheaper BMW R 1300 GS Adventure vs Honda Activa 125?
The Honda Activa 125 is cheaper than BMW R 1300 GS Adventure by ₹25.60 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance BMW R 1300 GS Adventure vs Honda Activa 125?
For the Standard (Racing Red) version, 1300 cc Petrol engine of R 1300 GS Adventure produces 145.48 PS @ 7750 rpm of power and 149 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the 25 Year Anniversary Edition version, 123.92 cc Petrol engine of Activa 125 produces 8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm of power and 10.5 Nm @ 5000 rpm of torque

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