Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa VXL 125

Last Updated: July 30, 2026

Honda Activa 125 price starts at Rs. 92,351, which is Rs. 39,083 cheaper than the base variant of Vespa VXL 125, priced at Rs. 1.31 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Activa 125 offers a claimed 47 kmpl, while the VXL 125 delivers 45 kmpl. On the performance front, the Activa 125 uses a 123.92cc engine producing 8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm and the VXL 125 a 124.45cc engine producing 9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm. If you're deciding between the Activa 125 and VXL 125, the Activa 125 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the VXL 125 stands out for performance.

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Activa 125 vs VXL 125 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda Activa 125Vespa VXL 125
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 92,351Rs. 1.31 Lakh
Mileage 47 kmpl45 kmpl
Engine 123.92 cc124.45 cc
Max power 8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
Top speed Not Available90 kmph
Kerb weight 107 Kg115 Kg

Activa 125 vs VXL 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda Activa 125 25 Year Anniversary EditionVespa VXL 125 Dual
Rating
162 reviews
66 reviews
Brand Name Honda Vespa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 92,351 Check On Road Price Rs. 1.31 Lakh
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI Engine Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Max Power 8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm 9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda Activa 125 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Not Available Single Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 2,661 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 6,511 Activa 125 Insurance Not Available
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
90 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Engine Displacement
123.92 cc
124.45 cc
Gear Box
CVT
Not Available
Max Power
8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm
9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
Max Torque
10.5 Nm @ 5000 rpm
10.11 Nm @ 5600 rpm
Emission Type
Not Available
bs6-2.0
Bore
50 mm
52 mm
Stroke
63.1 mm
58.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Belt Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
Not Available
3
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronics EMS
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
9.2:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
47 kmpl
45 kmpl
Top Speed
Not Available
90 kmph
Estimated Mileage
40-45 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Not Available
Suspension-Rear
3-Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic
Not Available

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
22 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
22 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
36 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12,Rear :-90/100-10
Front :-110/70 - 11, Rear :-120/70 - 10
Peak Power
Not Available
9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
Not Available
26 psi

Seat height
765 mm
770 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
130 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.3 L
Not Available
Front Storage Compartment
Yes
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1850*707*1160 mm3
1770*690*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1260 mm
1290 mm
Length
1850 mm
1770 mm
Ground Clearance
162 mm
155 mm
Height
1160 mm
1140 mm
Width
707 mm
690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.3 L
7.4 Liters
Kerb Weight
107 Kg
115 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Saddle Height
Not Available
770 mm
Front Brake Size
190 mm
200 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
140 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Additional Features
Not Available
Air Filter ( Paper Type )
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 5AH
Not Available
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Not Available
Turn Signal Lamp
Not Available
Bulb

Frame Type
Under Bone
Monocoque Chassis
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
1
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Tripmeter
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Yes
Passenger Footrest
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
18 L
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
DRLs
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
750-1000 Kms / 1 Month
Not Available
2nd Service
5500-6000 Kms / 6 Months
Not Available
3rd Service
11500-12000 Kms / 1 Year
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
36000
60000

Pros and Cons

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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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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Difference between vxl 125 and vxl 125 bsf6?
  • With the BS6 update, the Vespa VXL 125 gets an LED headlamp, USB charging port, underseat light and a preload-adjustable rear shock absorber. The scooter is powered by a BS6 compliant fuel-injected 125cc engine that develops 9.65PS of power and 9.9Nm of torque.
Q. Vespa VXL125 or Access 125 which is the best vehicle?
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Q. Which scooter is best for bad roads, I want to buy Vespa125. - VXL 125?
  • No Scooter on earth is good/ best for bad roads, however,in case of Vespa , in bad roads the matter related to balance, stability, minimum jerking/ vibration is fantastic.
  • It is better to buy good suspension scooter if daily commuting in bumpy roads.Apart, Vespa vxl 125 reaches 90kmph in highway easily with nice handling and excellent braking even it has no abs. Overpriced.bottom will touch on curvy humps.
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Honda Activa 125 Vs Vespa VXL 125 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa VXL 125?
As per the users experiences Honda Activa 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Vespa VXL 125 is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa VXL 125?
The Honda Activa 125 is cheaper than Vespa VXL 125 by ₹39,083.
Which bike offers better performance Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa VXL 125?
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. Whereas for the Dual version, 124.45 cc Petrol engine of VXL 125 produces 9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm of power and 10.11 Nm @ 5600 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda Activa 125 has better performance.

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