Honda Shine vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: October 3, 2026

Honda Shine price starts at Rs. 83,422, which is Rs. 1.47 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha YZF-R2, priced at Rs. 2.31 Lakh. On the performance front, the Shine uses a 123.94cc engine producing 10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Shine and YZF-R2, the Shine is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the YZF-R2 stands out for performance.

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Shine vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda ShineYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 83,422Rs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage 55 kmplNot Available
Engine 123.94 cc204 cc
Max power 10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 113 Kg149 Kg

Shine vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda Shine DrumYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
777 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Honda Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 83,422 Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI, BS-VI Engine Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda Shine Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
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. 2,403 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,320 Shine Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Claimed Top Speed
90 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, SI, BS-VI Engine
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
123.94 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
10.78 PS @ 7500 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
11 Nm @ 6000 rpm
19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
50 mm
66 mm
Stroke
63.121 mm
59.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Drum
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
55 kmpl
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
50-55 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Telescopic Upside Down Fork (USD Fork)
Suspension-Rear
Hydraulic Type
Linked-Type Monocross

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
33 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
41 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-18, Rear :- 90/90-18
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
791 mm
810 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.3 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2046*728*1116 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1285 mm
1340 mm
Length
2046 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
162 mm
170 mm
Height
1116 mm
1140 mm
Width
728 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
10.5 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
113 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 5AH
12V / 5AH

Frame Type
Diamond
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Fibre
Handlebar type
Single Piece
Not Available
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 42,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
42000
Not Available

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 Yamaha YZF-R2 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda Shine vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Honda Shine is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance and features in your bike. But Yamaha YZF-R2 is better on the grounds of mileage, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Honda Shine vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Honda Shine is cheaper than Yamaha YZF-R2 by ₹1.47 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda Shine vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
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, 204 cc Petrol engine of YZF-R2 produces 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm of power and 19.1 Nm @ 8000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda Shine has better performance.

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