Design and Features
The Honda Activa 125 is the Japanese two-wheeler giant’s first offering in the 125cc scooter segment. The basic styling of the Activa 125 is reminiscent of the popular Activa but gets differentiating design elements like a more prominent front apron with chrome panel and an alloy wheel at front. And also, as part of the BS-IV update, the new 125cc scooter gets LED pilot lamps that have been positioned above the turn indicators and integrated into the apron. It also gets a semi-digital instrument console and mobile charger is an optional extra.
Specifications
The Honda Activa 125 is powered by a single-cylinder, BS-IV compliant 125cc engine producing 8.5PS at 6,500rpm and 10.54Nm of peak torque which has risen marginally in comparison to the older scooter. It sports telescopic front forks and a monoshock unit at the rear, while braking is done by drum brakes on both ends. Front disc brake is optional and given the added benefits of disc brake, it is worth the extra premium in our opinion.
Competitors
Suzuki Access 125: The new Access 125 isn’t any more the ugly duckling it once was and is among the better looking scooters on sale. What really makes the Access 125 click is its performance as it offers good acceleration and is a joy around corners. The fact that it offers fantastic ride quality makes it among the best scooters one can buy.
ZigSays
The Honda Activa 125 is a well rounded scooter and a safe bet if you’re in the lookout for a 125cc scooter. The engine offers good grunt to make your commute interesting while the telescopic front forks mean that it rides over potholes and undulations much better than its 110cc sibling. The styling could have been better and being a Honda, the Activa 125 has been priced at a premium.
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