2025 Hero Xtreme 250R vs Honda Activa 125

Last Updated: October 21, 2026

Honda Activa 125 price starts at Rs. 98,710, which is Rs. 73,941 cheaper than the base variant of 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R, priced at Rs. 1.73 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 2025 Xtreme 250R offers a claimed 37 kmpl, while the Activa 125 delivers 47 kmpl. On the performance front, the 2025 Xtreme 250R uses a 249.03cc engine producing 30 PS @ 9250 rpm and the Activa 125 a 123.92cc engine producing 8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 2025 Xtreme 250R and Activa 125, the Activa 125 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 2025 Xtreme 250R stands out for performance.

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2025 Xtreme 250R vs Activa 125 Comparison Summary

Specification 2025 Hero Xtreme 250RHonda Activa 125
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.73 LakhRs. 98,710
Mileage 37 kmpl47 kmpl
Engine 249.03 cc123.92 cc
Max power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm
Kerb weight 167.7 Kg107 Kg

2025 Xtreme 250R vs Activa 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero 2025 Xtreme 250R STDHonda Activa 125 25 Year Anniversary Edition
Rating
7 reviews
165 reviews
Brand Name Hero Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.73 Lakh Rs. 98,710 Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC 4 Stroke, SI Engine
Max Power 30 PS @ 9250 rpm 8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda Activa 125 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI Not Available
Rs. 2,844 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Not Available Rs. 6,425 Activa 125 Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
2
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
90 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
249.03 cc
123.92 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
CVT
Max Power
30 PS @ 9250 rpm
8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
10.5 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Bore
73 mm
50 mm
Stroke
59.5 mm
63.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12:1
10.0:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
37 kmpl
47 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
40-45 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Dia 43 mm, Upside Down Front Fork
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable
3-Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
22 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
22 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Front :-90/90-12,Rear :-90/100-10
Wheel Size
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
806 mm
765 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.3 L
Front Storage Compartment
Not Available
Yes
Length*Width*Height
2023*828*1062 mm3
1850*707*1160 mm3
Wheelbase
1357 mm
1260 mm
Length
2023 mm
1850 mm
Ground Clearance
167 mm
162 mm
Height
1062 mm
1160 mm
Width
828 mm
707 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11.5 L
5.3 L
Kerb Weight
167.7 Kg
107 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
190 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
130 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Seat Opening Switch
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame
Under Bone
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
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
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
1
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
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
Yes
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Dual Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Sports 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
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Carry hook
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
18 L
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Switchable ABS
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
750 kms/60 days
Not Available
2nd Service
6500 kms/240 days
Not Available
3rd Service
12500 kms/420 days
Not Available

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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
2025 Hero Xtreme 250R
  • Great performance across the rev range
  • Quick and easy handling around corners
  • Most affordable 250cc bike in India
  • Looks really aggressive and unique
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
2025 Hero Xtreme 250R
  • Tall and wide fuel tank can make flat-footing the bike difficult for shorter riders
  • Brakes could do with sharper initial bite
  • The LCD console feels cluttered and dated
Honda Activa 125
  • Makes same power and torque as before
  • Significantly costlier than before
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2025 Hero Xtreme 250R Vs Honda Activa 125 FAQs

Which bike is best between 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R vs Honda Activa 125?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance, safety and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R vs Honda Activa 125?
The Honda Activa 125 is cheaper than 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R by ₹73,941.
Which bike offers better performance 2025 Hero Xtreme 250R vs Honda Activa 125?
For the STD version, 249.03 cc Petrol engine of 2025 Xtreme 250R produces 30 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 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
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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