Honda CB125 Hornet vs Yamaha YZF-R2

Last Updated: September 9, 2026

Honda CB125 Hornet price starts at Rs. 1.15 Lakh, which is Rs. 1.15 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Yamaha YZF-R2, priced at Rs. 2.31 Lakh. On the performance front, the CB125 Hornet uses a 123.94cc engine producing 11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm and the YZF-R2 a 204cc engine producing 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm. If you're deciding between the CB125 Hornet and YZF-R2, the CB125 Hornet is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the YZF-R2 stands out for performance.

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CB125 Hornet vs YZF-R2 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda CB125 HornetYamaha YZF-R2
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.15 LakhRs. 2.31 Lakh
Mileage 48 kmplNot Available
Engine 123.94 cc204 cc
Max power 11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Kerb weight 124 Kg149 Kg

CB125 Hornet vs YZF-R2 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda CB125 Hornet STDYamaha YZF-R2 STD
Rating
5 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Honda Yamaha
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.15 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 2.31 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI Engine Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Max Power 11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm 26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda CB125 Hornet Colors
Yamaha YZF-R2 Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,327 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 6,311 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,775 CB125 Hornet Insurance Rs. 12,566 YZF-R2 Insurance
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Valves (per cylinder)
2
4
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve
Engine Displacement
123.94 cc
204 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm
26.5 PS @ 10000 rpm
Max Torque
11.2 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
Chian Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
48 Kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

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

Tyre Size
front :-80/100 - 17, rear :-110/80 - 17
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
796 mm
810 mm
Length*Width*Height
2015*783*1087 mm3
1980*700*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1330 mm
1340 mm
Length
2015 mm
1980 mm
Ground Clearance
166 mm
170 mm
Height
1087 mm
1140 mm
Width
783 mm
700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
124 Kg
149 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
240 mm
282 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Diamond Type
Backbone (Steel Tube Dimond Frame)
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Track,Street,Rain
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Honda RoadSync, Weather Updates For Any Loaction
Yamaha Ride Control
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
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
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Single Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda CB125 Hornet
  • The bike gets a TFT console with connected features
  • Comes with all LED lights and a USB charging port
  • Gets golden-coloured USD fork
Honda CB125 Hornet
  • Doesn’t get a rear disc brake
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Honda CB125 Hornet Vs Yamaha YZF-R2 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda CB125 Hornet vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
As per the users experiences Honda CB125 Hornet 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 comfort. On the basis of mileage and maintenance user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Honda CB125 Hornet vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
The Honda CB125 Hornet is cheaper than Yamaha YZF-R2 by ₹1.15 Lakh.
Which bike offers better performance Honda CB125 Hornet vs Yamaha YZF-R2?
For the STD version, 123.94 cc Petrol engine of CB125 Hornet produces 11.14 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 11.2 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 CB125 Hornet has better performance.

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