Bajaj Pulsar NS125 vs Hero Xtreme 125R vs TVS Raider 125 vs Honda SP125: Specification Comparison

  • Published March 8, 2024
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Here’s how the newly launched 2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS125 and the Hero Xtreme 125R fare against its rivals, on paper

Bajaj Pulsar NS125 vs Hero Xtreme 125R vs TVS Raider 125 vs Honda SP125 spec comparo

The 125cc sporty motorcycle segment has new players entering the market in recent months as Hero launched the all-new Xtreme 125R this January and Bajaj updated the Pulsar NS125 last month. So, here’s how do they fare against the TVS Raider 125 and the Honda SP125, on paper:

Engine

Specifications

Bajaj NS125

Hero Xtreme 125R

TVS Raider 125

Honda SPSP125

Engine

124.45cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine

124.7cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine

124.8cc, single-cylinder, air/oil-cooled engine

123.94cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine

Power

11.96PS @ 8,500rpm

11.4PS @ 8,250rpm

11.38PS @ 7,500rpm

10.87PS @ 7,500rpm

Torque

11Nm @ 7,000rpm

10.5Nm @ 6,500rpm

11.2Nm @ 6,000rpm

10.9Nm @ 6,000rpm

Gearbox

5-speed

5-speed

5-speed

5-speed

The Bajaj NS125 is the most powerful bike compared to the rest and is also quite rev happy, in line with the Pulsar badge’s sporty heritage. The Hero Xtreme 125R and the TVS Raider 125 are very similar in terms of power produced by the engine and not that far off from the NS 125. 

Hero Xtreme 125R Engine

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Engine

The Raider 125 produces the most torque output and lower down the rev range compared to the other three. With the good bottom-end grunt, which should make everyday commutes a hassle-free affair.

TVS Raider 125 Engine

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Underpinnings

Specifications

Bajaj NS125

Hero Xtreme 125R

TVS Raider 125

Honda SP125

Front suspension

Telescopic fork

Telescopic fork

Telescopic Fork

Telescopic Fork 

Rear suspension

Monoshock

Monoshock

Gas-charged Monoshock

Dual Shock Absorbers

Front brake

240mm Disc 

240mm Disc (Base Variant), 276mm Disc (ABS Variant)

240mm Disc / 130mm Drum

240mm Disc / 130mm Drum

Rear brake

130mm Drum

130mm Drum

130mm Drum

130mm Drum

Front tyre

80/100-17

90/90 - 17

80/100 - 17

80/100-18

Rear tyre

100/90-17

120/80 - 17

100/90 - 17

100/80-18

The TVS Raider pips its competition in the suspension department as it gets a gas-charged monoshock, which should offer more sophisticated damping as compared to conventional monoshock or twin shock absorbers. 

TVS Raider 125 Side Angle

The Xtreme 125R is the only bike amongst all of them to get ABS which enhances the safety quotient considerably. Also, the wider 120-section rear tyre should provide better grip than skinnier ones. The 18-inch wheels on the SP125 will make it a bit harder to steer compared to the 17-inch units on the other three, but it should help in the overall ride quality. 

Honda SP125 Side ANgle

Dimensions

Specifications

Bajaj NS125

Hero Xtreme 125R

TVS Raider 125

Honda SP125

Wheelbase

1353mm

1319mm

1326mm

1285mm

Ground clearance

179mm

180mm

180mm

160mm

Fuel tank capacity

12-litres

10-litres

10-litres

11.2-litres

Seat height

805mm

794mm

780mm

790mm

Kerb weight

144kg

136kg

123kg

116kg

The Bajaj NS125’s longer wheelbase should make it more stable on the straights. But is the heaviest among the others in this lineup, which might hinder its manoeuvring capabilities in tight traffic scenarios. It has the biggest capacity fuel tank, meaning less stops at the petrol pumps. 

Bajaj Pulsar NS125 Side Angle

The TVS Raider and the Xtreme 125R get the highest ground clearance which will help in producing a more comfortable ride in our pothole-ridden and speed bumps filled Indian roads. The Raider 125 also gets the most accessible seat height. This along with its light kerb weight of 123kg, should make it a hoot to zip around the streets.

Hero Xtreme 125R Side Angle

Features

 

Bajaj NS125

Hero Xtreme 125R

TVS Raider 125

Honda SP125

Instrument Console

LCD 

LCD

TFT (SmartXonnect Variant), LCD (Other Variants)

LCD

Bluetooth Connectivity

Yes

Yes

Yes (SmartXonnect Variant)

No

The TVS Raider 125 takes the win here as it is the most feature-packed bike with a TFT instrument console in the SmartXonnect variant with Bluetooth connectivity for turn-by-turn navigation, weather updates, music control, incoming/missed call/ SMS alerts, voice assist, auto navigation to the nearest petrol pump, and even cricket updates and social media updates. Also, it gets two riding modes: Eco and Power. 

TVS Raider 125 Instrument Console

The Bajaj NS125 and the Hero Xtreme 125R both get an LCD instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity but no turn-by-turn navigation. The Honda SP125 doesn’t get Bluetooth connectivity at all. It gets a silent starter and LED lighting as well.

Price & Verdict

Bajaj NS125

Hero Xtreme 125R

TVS Raider 125

Honda SP125

Rs 99,571

Rs 95,000 (Base Variant)
Rs 99,500 (ABS Variant)

Rs 95,219 (Single Seat)

Rs 96,219 (Split Seat)

Rs 99,319 (SSE)

Rs 1,02,770 (Smart Xonnect)

Rs 90,017 (Disc Variant)

(all prices ex-showroom Delhi)

If we have to pick a winner, then the TVS Raider 125 will be the one because it offers quite a comprehensive package of sporty and tractable engine, sophisticated suspension setup, accessible ergonomics and an extensive list of features. Yes, in order to get the full range of Bluetooth connectivity features, you’d have to opt for the SmartXonnect variant, which is also the cosliest among the trio. But, it is only Rs 3,000 more dearer than the Pulsar NS125 and the Xtreme 125R’s ABS variant. The Xtreme 125R offers a good balance of performance, features and more importantly, safety in the form of ABS.

TVS Raider 125 front three quarter

If you want a light, easy-to-handle 125cc commuter bike with a hint of sporty performance and a more basic list of features, then the Honda SP125 is a good option with its affordable price tag.

Honda SP 125 front three quarter

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