Bajaj Discover 125
When it comes to 125 cc commuter bikes available in the Indian market, one of the very popular and bestselling products is the Bajaj Discover 125 cc. Recently, Bajaj Auto has updated the bike with a BS IV emission compliant engine and couple of new features. The 125 cc segment of Indian market is not very congested as only a number of models are available here. Discover is certainly at the forefront of them.
The bike comes with a very practical design offering comfort and convenience to both the rider and the pillion rider. In terms of design, the bike comes with a roundish headlamp, a twin pod-instrument cluster with analog display. The 8-litre fuel tank offers decent running range thanks to an impressive fuel efficiency. The fuel tank gets a charming paint scheme.
Being a commuter, the practicality is reflected through the design of the seat. The rider seat has been designed ergonomically and offers the rider control over the machine, while the pillion has been designed to offer a comfortable ride, along with a plain grab rail. The tail section is narrow and sharp with a sleek taillight. The exhaust comes with chrome plating on it, enhancing the style of the bike.
| Engine | 124.6 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke |
| Transmission | 5-speed |
| Maximum Power | 11 PS @ 8,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 10.8 Nm @ 5,500 rpm |
| Fuel Efficiency | 82.4 kmpl |
| Top Speed | 100 kmph |
Powering the 120.5 kg weighing Bajaj Discover 125 is a 124.6 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke engine paired with a 5-speed gearbox. The engine is well capable of churning out 11 PS of peak power at 8,000 rpm and 10.8 Nm of peak torque at 5,500 rpm. The bike delivers an impressive fuel efficiency of 82.4 kmpl and the top speed for the Discover 125 is 100 kmph, which is pretty decent.
Bajaj Auto has introduced new colour scheme to the updated 2017 Discover 125. It comes available in four different colour options – Ebony Black with Deep Red graphics, Ebony Black with Deep Blue graphics, Electron Blue and Flame Red. It runs on alloy wheels, and the rear tyre has been widened by 30% in the new model. For braking duty, the Bajaj Discover 125 comes in two different options. These are a front disc brake variant and a drum brake only variant.
| Price | Rs. 50,559 – Rs. 52,559 (ex-showroom, New Delhi) |
Bajaj V12
Bajaj introduced its new bike Vikrant in March, 2016 with a 150 cc engine. The USP of the bike was that it used the metal from India’s iconic aircraft carrier INS Vikrant. Bajaj Auto named the bike following the aircraft carrier as its tribute to the INS Vikrant. The bike received immense popularity in very short span. Inspired by the success of the V15, the company launched another model in the same lineup – V12 with a 125 cc engine.
The bike comes with identical design to its bigger sibling V15. It looks exactly same from nose to toe. But unlike the V15, the Bajaj v12 doesn’t get the metal from INS Vikrant. The headlamp appears exciting looking and features a chrome bezel around it enhancing the style further. The instrument cluster also comes same as the V15, which means there is no LCD treatment at all.
The chrome finished fuel cap gets the insignia of the INS Vikrant, similar to the V15’s fuel cap. The ergonomically designed handlebar, muscular looking fuel tank with black and red colour treatment, seat, removable rear cowl covering the pillion seat, classic LED taillight with chrome detailing around it and grab rail – everything appears same like the first model in the lineup. The exhaust muzzle with chrome tip also looks same like the V15.
| Engine | 124.5 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke |
| Transmission | 5-speed |
| Maximum Power | 10.7 PS @ 7,500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 10.9 Nm @ 5,500 rpm |
| Fuel Efficiency | 82.4 kmpl |
| Top Speed | 100 kmph |
Powering the Bajaj V12 is a 124.5 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke, DTS-i engine mated to a 5-speed transmission. The engine is capable of churning out 10.7 PS of peak power at 7,500 rpm and 10.9 Nm of peak torque at 5,500 rpm. The Bajaj V12 has been fitted with a powertrain to make it a perfect choice for daily commuting in and around the city. An added attraction is the design of the bike, which grabs everyone’s attention very easily.
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Braking power for the Bajaj V12 comes from a 130 mm drum brake, while its bigger sibling, V15 gets a 240 mm disc brake. At the rear the same 130 mm drum brake does duty. The Bajaj V12 is suspended on 30 mm telescopic front fork and twin shock absorber at rear. It runs on 18-inch front alloy wheel and 16-inch rear alloy wheel, but it lacks the tubeless tyres, which are available in the Bajaj V15.
| Price | Rs. 56,200 (ex-showroom, New Delhi) |
Hero Super Splendor
Hero is the king of the commuter series motorcycles in the Indian market for more than a decade. The Splendor series of the two-wheeler manufacturer is the most popular and bestselling bike range in the country for quite long time. The affordability, practicality, low maintenance cost have played crucial role in making this range attractive to the customers who want a basic transportation medium or day to day usage.
The Super Splendor is the 125 cc model from the Splendor series. Despite being a basic commuter, this model sports an attractive sleek design. The 35W halogen headlamp, three-pod instrument cluster, slim and plain 13-litre fuel tank along with the comfortable long seat enhance the bike’s practicality. It features a plain grab rail along with a compact taillight. The blackened metal plating on the long machinegun like exhaust muzzle enhance the bike’s style further.
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The Hero Super Splendor comes sporting the i3S technology, which saves precious fuel while the bike is in idle mode for a long time. This technology automatically kills the engine and brings it back to life with single pressure on the clutch. This way, the technology reduces fuel cost and saves money along with emitting less pollutant to the environment.
| Engine | 124.7 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke |
| Transmission | 4-speed |
| Maximum Power | 9 PS @ 7,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 10.35 Nm @ 4,000 rpm |
| Fuel Efficiency | 75 kmpl |
| Top Speed | 95 kmph |
The Hero Super Splendor is powered by a 124.7 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke engine mated to a 4-speed constant mesh transmission. It is capable of pumping out 9 PS of peak power at 7,000 rpm and 10.35 Nm of peak torque at 4,000 rpm. The bike returns 75 kmpl of fuel efficiency, which is pretty impressive indeed.
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Braking duty in the Hero Super Splendor is done by 130 mm front and rear drum brakes. For suspension duty, this bike is equipped with telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers at front and 5-step adjustable rectangular swing arm at rear. It runs on 18-inch alloy wheels. The 125 cc commuter comes priced at Rs. 55,275 (ex-showroom, New Delhi).
| Price | 55,275 (ex-showroom, New Delhi) |
Hero Glamour / Glamour FI
Hero Glamour is one of the very popular commuter bikes available in the country. It is available in two different variants depending on the fuel technology. While one comes with carburetor tech, the other one is equipped with fuel injection system. Despite being a mundane commuter, the Hero Glamour appears with a very stylish and attractive design.
The bike comes with a large headlamp, while the analog and digital combo display at the instrument cluster gives it a premium feel. The muscular fuel tank comes with a muscular appearance. The Hero Glamour is available in five different dual-tone colour schemes, while the FI version comes available in three different colour options.
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The seat has been designed to deliver best possible comfort to the rider along with better control of the machine as well. A plain grab rail along with the well cushioned seat give the pillion rider a comfortable ride experience, and the taillight comes with a stylish appearance. The machinegun muzzle exhaust features shiny black metal plating on it along with the chrome tip. Overall, built on the tubular double cradle type chassis, the Hero Glamour and the Glamour FI come with attractive look.
| Engine | 124.8 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke |
| Transmission | 4-speed |
| Maximum Power | 9.1 PS @ 7,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 10.35 Nm @ 4,000 rpm |
| Fuel Efficiency | 55 kmpl, 72 kmpl (Glamour FI) |
| Top Speed | 95 kmph, 97 kmph (Glamour FI) |
Power source for the Hero Glamour is a 124.8 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke engine paired with a 4-speed constant mesh gearbox. The engine churns out 9.1 PS of peak power at 7,000 rpm and 10.35 Nm of peak torque at 4,000 rpm. Hero Glamour delivers 55 kmpl of fuel efficiency, while its FI version returns 72 kmpl. The Glamour can run at a top speed of 95 kmph, and its FI version runs at 97 kmph.
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Speaking about the braking duty, the Hero Glamour is available in both drum brakes only and front disc brake variants. On the other hand, the Hero Glamour FI comes equipped with a 240 mm front disc brake and a 130 mm rear drum brake. Suspension duty is done by telescopic front forks and swing arm with hydraulic shock absorbers at rear. The bike runs on blackened alloy wheels.
| Hero Glamour | Rs. 56,655 – Rs. 58,655 |
| Hero Glamour FI | Rs. 63,580 |
* All prices, ex-showroom, New Delhi
Hero Ignitor
Now, this is the bike with a sporty stance and 125 cc ATFT engine. Hero describes the Ignitor’s design as electrifying. The bike gets a sporty front fascia with a sculpted front cowl and trapezoidal headlamp. The instrument cluster features analog and digital combo display. At the side profile, the tank scoops and chunky looking fuel tank enhance the appeal of the bike.
While the 125 cc bikes in Indian market come with plain long seats, the Hero Ignior gets split seat, which certainly add zing to the model. The lower rider seat gives the rider better control over the bike. Apart from that, the Hero Ignitor comes with dual-tone rear-view mirrors, body coloured grab rail, a sleek and compact taillight. The blackened exhaust muzzle enhances the sportiness of the bike.
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Being the largest two-wheeler manufacture of India, Hero MotoCorp surely knows how to satisfy the needs and demands of the customers. In an attempt to do so, the company has blended the practicality of a commuter, charm and style of a sporty bike and affordability in this model.
| Engine | 124.7 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke |
| Transmission | 5-speed |
| Maximum Power | 11.1 PS @ 8,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 11 Nm @ 5,000 rpm |
| Fuel Efficiency | 55 kmpl |
| Top Speed | 100 kmph |
Power source for the Hero Ignitor is a 124.7 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke engine mated to a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox. The engine churns out 11.1 PS of peak power at 8,000 rpm and 11 Nm of peak torque at 5,000 rpm. It returns a fuel efficiency of 55 kmpl, while the top speed for this model is 100 kmph.
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For braking duty, the bike gets 130 mm drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, while there is a 240 mm disc brake on offer as well. Suspension duty is done by telescopic front forks and swing arm with adjustable hydraulic shock absorber at rear. It runs on blackened alloy wheels with sporty rim decals, and wrapped in tubeless tyres.
| Price | Rs. 61,255 – Rs. 63,355 (ex-showroom, New Delhi) |
Honda CB Shine / CB Shine SP
While every two-wheeler manufacturer is present in the 125 cc commuter segment with their respective products, Honda is not shying away. The Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer comes with the CB Shine and the CB Shine SP in the segment, which are practical and attractive bikes.
The Honda CB Shine comes with a large headlamp with Auto headlamp On (AHO) technology. The instrument cluster gets a analog and digital combo display treatment in the CB Shine SP. The fuel tank wears sporty graphics and the seat of two bikes are little different looking. While the CB Shine comes with conventional looking seat, the CB Shine SP looks little sportiness blended with the conventional design.
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The tail section of the CB Shine and the CB Shine SP also come different looking. The CB Shine SP appears much sharper than the CB Shine. Both the bikes come wearing chrome plate on the exhaust muzzle. Both the bikes come running black alloy wheels, enhancing the appeal further.
| Engine | 124.73 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke with HET |
| Transmission | 4-speed (CB Shine), 5-speed (CB Shine SP) |
| Maximum Power | 10.30 PS @ 7,500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 10.30 Nm @ 5,500 rpm |
| Fuel Efficiency | 65 kmpl |
| Top Speed | 100 kmph |
Both the Honda CB Shine and the CB Shine SP come powered by a 124.73 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke engine with HET technology. The CB Shine gets a 4-speed gearbox, while the CB Shine SP comes with a 5-speed transmission. Both the bikes generate 10.30 PS of peak power at 7,500 rpm and 10.30 Nm of peak torque at 5,500 rpm. They return 65 kmpl of fuel efficiency and top speed capability of 100 kmph.
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Both the CB Shine and the CB Shine Sp come available with 130 mm drum brakes on both front and rear wheels, while the 240 mm front disc brake with CBS technology is also available as option. The suspension set is also same in both the bikes, as both of them come with telescopic front forks and spring loaded hydraulic type rear suspension.
| Honda CB Shine | Rs. 56,034 – Rs. 61,282 |
| Honda CB Shine SP | Rs. 60,914 – Rs. 65,414 |
* All prices, ex-showroom, New Delhi
Suzuki SlingShot Plus
Suzuki SlingShot Plus is the 125 cc offering from the Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer, which comes sporting a futuristic style along with the practicality suitable for the commuter models. The bike gets a sporty stance at the front fascia with the sharp and large multi-reflector headlamp and the crafted looking visor.
The stylish instrument cluster muscular looking fuel tank with 10-litre capacity, ergonomically designed seat, covered grab rail, sleek rear fender and taillight enhance the style of the bike. The blackened exhaust muzzle add zing to the model. Overall, the Suzuki SlingShot Plus appears with a stylish look, which grabs attention very easily.
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The exciting looking body graphics increases the bike’s sportiness. It is available in four different colour options, which are – Glass Sparkle Black with Red graphics, Glass Sparkle Black with Blue Graphics, Candy Antares Red and Pearl Mirage White.
| Engine | 124 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke |
| Transmission | 5-speed |
| Maximum Power | 8.61 PS @ 7,500 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 10 Nm @ 3,500 rpm |
| Fuel Efficiency | 59 kmpl |
| Top Speed | 120 kmph |
Power source for the Suzuki SlingShot Plus is a 124 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke engine mated to a 5-speed transmission. The engine is capable of churning out 8.61 PS of peak power at 7,500 rpm and 10 Nm of peak torque at 3,500 rpm. The bike returns fuel efficiency of 59 kmpl, while it has a top speed of 120 kmph.
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The Suzuki SlingShot is equipped with a 240 mm front disc brake and a 130 mm rear drum brake. Suspension duty is done by telescopic front forks and swing arm shock absorbers at rear. The 125 cc bike runs on 18-inch lightweight alloy wheels.
| Price | Rs. 52,545 – Rs. 55,720 (ex-showroom, New Delhi) |
TVS Phoenix
TVS has earned positive response from the customers with its range of exciting products like Apache. The Hosur-based two-wheeler manufacturer offers different type of products in different categories. One of the important models from the brand is the Phoenix, which is a 125 cc commuter bike.
It comes wearing a stylish appearance, which is pretty much eye catching. TVS has equipped this bike with couple of features that gives it a premium touch. The Phoenix comes with LED pilot lamps complementing the large headlamp, which has become a signature TVS style. It gets a large instrument cluster with analog and digital combo display. The stylish tank scoops, muscular looking fuel tank with premium 3D logo enhance the style further.
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The 125 cc bike comes with a long seat offering comfort for both the rider and pillion rider as well. It gets a plain grab bar and the compact and sharp taillight too add style to the bike. The TVS Phoenix comes with a long exhaust muzzle painted in black. The bike is available in four different colours, which are – Black Magic, Midnight Black, Red Hot and White Night.
| Engine | 124.53 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke |
| Transmission | 4-speed |
| Maximum Power | 11 PS @ 8,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 10.80 Nm @ 6,000 rpm |
| Fuel Efficiency | 77 kmpl |
| Top Speed | 96 kmph |
The TVS Phoenix draws power from a 124.53 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke engine mated to a 4-speed transmission. The engine is capable of kicking out 11 PS of peak power at 8,000 rpm and 10.80 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 rpm. The engine is capable of generating fuel efficiency of 77 kmpl and the bike appears with a top speed of 96 kmph.
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Braking duty in the TVS Phoenix is done by 130 mm drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, while a 240 mm front disc brake is also on offer. Suspension duty in the bike is done by telescopic front forks and 5-step adjustable hydraulic twin shock absorbers. The TVS Phoenix runs on 17-inch alloy wheels.
| Price | Rs. 52,594 – Rs. 54617 (ex-showroom, New Delhi) |
Yamaha Saluto
Yamaha has been known for its range of exciting products in the Indian market. The Saluto is the Japanese two-wheeler manufacturers 125 cc offering in the domestic market with blend of practicality and good performance. Well, that’s enough for a customer to be impressive who is looking for a 125 cc bike for the purpose of commuting in and around the city.
The Yamaha Saluto is available in two different variants, Saluto and Saluto RX, with the RX model powered by a 110 cc engine. The Yamaha Saluto looks bit chunkier and muscular, which actually delivers a powerful look. It comes with a large headlamp and stylish instrument cluster, sculpted looking fuel tank, chunky side panels, long seat and a sleek rear profile as well. Yamaha claims, the Saluto comes with aerodynamically efficient design.
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| Price | Rs. 53,580 – Rs. 56,080 (ex-showroom, New Delhi) |
The Yamaha Saluto is the most lightweight bike in its category with 112 kg on meter. The long seat of the Yamaha Saluto offers comfortable experience for both the rider and pillion rider as well, while the plain grab rail offers good grip for the pillion rider.
| Engine | 125 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke |
| Transmission | 4-speed |
| Maximum Power | 8.3 PS @ 7,000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 10.1 Nm @ 4,500 rpm |
| Fuel Efficiency | 78 kmpl |
| Top Speed | NA |
Power source for the Yamaha Saluto is a 125 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke engine mated to a 4-speed transmission. It kicks out 8.3 PS of peak power at 7,000 rpm and 10.1 Nm of peak torque at 4,500 rpm. The bike delivers 78 kmpl of fuel efficiency.
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Braking duty in the Yamaha Saluto is done by 130 mm drum brakes on both the front and rear wheels, while a 245 mm front disc brake is also on offer. Suspension duty in the bike is done by telescopic front forks and rear swing arm. The bike runs on 18-inch alumuinum cast alloy wheels.