Whenever it comes to scooters in India, the first name that comes to mind is Honda Activa. Now the company has introduced the Honda Activa 125, an even more advanced version of this trusted scooter. This scooter has become the trust of not just one machine, but every Indian household. Let’s know, what are the characteristics in this new model that makes it even better than before.
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Design and looks
First of all we talk about the design and looks then the Honda Activa 125 design is the perfect mix of classic and modern looks. It features body-colored cowl, chrome garnishing, and apron-mounted indicators, giving it a stylish appeal. Its front view with a single-pod headlight at the front seems quite premium. This scooter is available in five colors Pearl Night Star Black, Rebel Red Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic, Pearl Precious White, and Heavy Gray Metallic.
Engine and performance
Now let’s talk about the engine and performance, then the Activa 125 has a strong 123.92cc BS6 engine, which generates power of 8.3 bhp and torque of 10.5 Nm. The engine is quite smooth and refined, equipped with Enhanced Smart Power (eSP) technology. Due to this, not only does performance increase but mileage also gets great. Also, it has advanced features like ACG Starter and Idling Stop System, which make the engine more efficient and eco-friendly.
Variants and Price
The Honda Activa 125 comes in four variants with Drum, Drum Alloy, Disc, and H-Smart.
Activa 125 Drum: ₹94,891
Activa 125 Drum Alloy: ₹98,898
Activa 125 Disc: ₹is 1,02,787
Activa 125 H-Smart: Available in ₹1,05,003 (on-road price, Chandigarh).
If you look at the average X-showroom price, its range ranges between ₹91,000 to ₹95,000.
Special features of H-Smart variants
Honda has given some features in its top variant H-Smart that make it different from the rest of the variants. It comes in Smart Key System, which makes scooters smarter with features like remote unlock, keyless ignition, Smart Find, and anti-theft system. That is, you no longer need a key to start a scooter or open a fuel lid, everything will be from keyless access.
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Comfort and Suspension
Talking about comfort and suspension, the Activa 125 features telescopic front forks and three-step adjustable rear spring, which give a feeling of smooth riding even at road pits. It weighs around 107 to 109 kg, which also provides it with balance with stability. Also, it has a 12-inch front wheel and 10-inch rear wheels, which give the scooter a better road grip. The base variants have drum brakes, while the higher variant has a 190mm disc brake on the front.
