In the Indian market, both Honda Shine 125 and Hero Glamour 125 are counted among the best commuter bikes in their segment. Recently, both the bikes have received new updates. If you also want to bring one of these bikes home, then let’s compare their price, features and mileage and see which bike is better in the budget. This competition is special for those sensible riders who value mileage and comfort along with style.
Price competition
In the Indian market, the ex-showroom price of the Honda Shine 125 starts at ₹ 83,251 and goes up to ₹ 89,772 for the top variant. At the same time, its on-road price in Delhi is around ₹ 1,00,369.
On the other hand, the ex-showroom price of the Hero Glamour starts at ₹ 89,998 and goes up to ₹ 94,598. The Shine is priced slightly lower than the Hero Glamour, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious buyers. However, on-road prices may vary depending on your city and the variant chosen.
Features and Specifications
The Honda Shine 125 gets features like digital-instrument console, ACG motor with silent start, side stand engine cut-off, equalizer with combi-brake system (CBS), DC headlight, 5-step adjustable rear suspension and front visor with chrome garnish. It is available in colour options like Black, Rebel Red Metallic, Matte Axis Grey Metallic, Jenny Grey Metallic, Decent Blue Metallic, Pearl Igneous Black and Pearl Siren Blue.
At the same time, Hero Glamour has features like LED headlight, engine start/stop switch, digital instrument cluster and i3S technology (idle stop-start system). It can be purchased in Candy Blazing Red, Techno Blue, Black Metallic Silver and Radiant Red color options. Glamour also gets modern features like USB charging port which are not in Shine.
Engine and Mileage
Honda Shine 125 gets a 123.94cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled OBD-2B engine, which generates 10.7PS of power and 11Nm of torque. At the same time, Hero Glamour 125 has a 124.7cc air-cooled, OBD-2B engine, which generates 10.5PS of power and 10.4Nm of torque. Both the bikes come with a 5-speed gearbox.
Talking about mileage, the average mileage of Honda Shine 125 is 55-65 km per liter. The company claims that it can give mileage of up to 65 km/liter. At the same time, according to Hero Glamour users, its mileage is said to be 55-60 km per liter, but due to i3S technology, it can give slightly better mileage in the city. Overall, both the bikes give almost the same mileage, making them an economical option for everyday use.
Braking and Suspension
Honda Shine 125 (Honda Shine 125) gets a drum/disc (front), drum (rear), and CBS braking units. Hero Glamour (Hero Glamour) also comes with drum/disc (front), drum (rear) and CBS. Talking about suspension, both Shine and Glamour use telescopic suspension setup in the front and dual shock suspension setup in the rear. Both the bikes offer a comfortable riding experience, especially on urban roads.
Which to choose
If you want reliable mileage and long-distance riding, then Honda Shine 125 can be a better option. On the other hand, if you want stylish looks and modern features at a low price and ride more in the city, then you can go with Hero Glamour. Both bikes come with their features, so it would be a wise decision to make the right choice according to your needs and preferences.