Honda Shine vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

Honda Shine price starts at Rs. 81,677, which is Rs. 21.92 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of KTM 1290 Super Adventure S, priced at Rs. 22.74 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Shine offers a claimed 55 kmpl, while the 1290 Super Adventure S delivers 17.54 kmpl. On the performance front, the Shine uses a 123.94cc engine producing 10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm and the 1290 Super Adventure S a 1301cc engine producing 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Shine and 1290 Super Adventure S, the Shine is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the 1290 Super Adventure S stands out for performance.

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Shine vs 1290 Super Adventure S Comparison Summary

Specification Honda ShineKTM 1290 Super Adventure S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 81,677Rs. 22.74 Lakh
Mileage 55 kmpl17.54 kmpl
Engine 123.94 cc1301 cc
Max power 10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
Kerb weight 113 Kg250 Kg

Shine vs 1290 Super Adventure S Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda Shine DrumKTM 1290 Super Adventure S STD
Rating
781 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Honda KTM
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 81,677 Check On Road Price Rs. 22.74 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI, BS-VI Engine 2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75°
Max Power 10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda Shine Colors
KTM 1290 Super Adventure S Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,353 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 62,259 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,100 Shine Insurance Rs. 50,975 1290 Super Adventure S Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
90 kmph
230 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
4 Stroke, SI, BS-VI Engine
2 Cylinder, 4 Stroke, V 75°
Engine Displacement
123.94 cc
1301 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm
160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm
Max Torque
11 Nm @ 6000 rpm
138 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Bore
50 mm
108 mm
Stroke
63.121 mm
71 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
2
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Double ignition
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
13.1

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

Mileage (Overall)
55 kmpl
17.54 kmpl
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Estimated Mileage
50-55 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Wp Sat (Semi Active Technology) Upside-Down Ø 48 mm/ Semi Active, Travel - 200 mm
Suspension-Rear
Hydraulic Type
Wp Sat (Semi Active Technology) Shock Absorber/ Semi Active, Electronically Regulated Preload, Travel - 200 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
35 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
35 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33 psi
42 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
41 psi
42 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-18, Rear :- 90/90-18
Front :-120/70-19, Rear :-170/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Dry Weight
Not Available
220 kg
Seat height
791 mm
869 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.3 L
5 L
Length*Width*Height
2046*728*1116 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1285 mm
1557 mm
Length
2046 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
162 mm
223 mm
Height
1116 mm
Not Available
Width
728 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.5 L
23 L
Kerb Weight
113 Kg
250 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
267 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 5AH
12V / 11.2AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Frame Type
Diamond
Chromium Molybdenum Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated (Sunframe - Aluminum, Powder Coated)
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Off-Road,Sports,Street
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), Motorcycle Stability Control (MSC), Ride By Wire
Windscreen
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Handlebar type
Single Piece
Aluminum, tapered
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Bluetooth
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Digital
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 42,000 Km
2 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
42000
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda Shine
  • Gets silent starter and an engine kill-switch
  • 5-speed gearbox
  • Is fuel-efficient
Honda Shine
  • Slightly costlier
  • Conservative design
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Recently Asked User Questions

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.
Q. Which is more better in mileage Unicorn or Shine?
  • About honda unicorn newly bought bike will give upto 60 kmpl at a constant speed of upto 70 kmph in highway and 45 kmpl in city conditions
  • As of now, there is no official update from the brand's end regarding the mileage of Honda Unicorn and Honda Shine. So, we would request you to wait for an official announcement.
Q. Mere ko bike lena hain konsa lu confuse hu, Honda Splendor or Honda Shine?
  • Selecting between the Hero Splendor Plus and Honda Shine would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. The Splendor is one of the most iconic motorcycles in India and also one of the best-selling. It has proved itself as a dependable workhorse and is backed by a massive sales and service network. However, it remains to be seen whether the Splendor Plus BS6’s sales success will survive the sizable price hike. Hero Splendor Plus is powered by a 97.2 cc engine that generates a max power of 8.02 PS @8000 rpm and a max torque of8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm. On the other hand, the Honda Shine makes for an excellent proposition after the BS6 update. It offers a ton of features, a frugal engine with a 5-speed transmission and ACG starter motor which makes life much simpler. If you want a refined and a bit more powerful engine with a better feature list, you may go for Honda Shine. Moreover, we would suggest you 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.
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Honda Shine Vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda Shine vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
As per the users experiences Honda Shine is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and comfort in your bike. But KTM 1290 Super Adventure S is better on the grounds of maintenance and safety.
Which bike is cheaper Honda Shine vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
The Honda Shine is cheaper than KTM 1290 Super Adventure S by ₹21.92 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda Shine vs KTM 1290 Super Adventure S?
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. Whereas for the STD version, 1301 cc Petrol engine of 1290 Super Adventure S produces 160.43 PS @ 9000 rpm of power and 138 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda Shine has better performance.

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