Overview
- The launches coincide with HMSI’s 25th anniversary in India and Honda’s global 500 million production milestone alongside a domestic output of 70 million units.
- The CB125 Hornet is powered by a 123.94cc fuel-injected engine delivering 10.99bhp at 7,500rpm and 11.2Nm at 6,000rpm through a 5-speed gearbox, achieving 0–60km/h in 5.4 seconds with a kerb weight of 124kg.
- Styled for urban riders, the CB125 Hornet features first-in-segment golden USD front forks, all-LED lighting, a 4.2-inch TFT display with Bluetooth and Honda RoadSync integration, a USB-C port, and a 240mm petal disc brake with single-channel ABS, positioning it against rivals like the TVS Raider 125, Hero Xtreme 125R and Bajaj Pulsar N125.
- The Shine 100 DX is powered by a 98.98cc fuel-injected engine mated to a 4-speed transmission and offers a digital LCD cluster with real-time mileage and range indicators, a side-stand engine cut-off and CBS braking for commuter practicality.
- Bookings for both models open on August 1, 2025 across HMSI dealerships nationwide with pricing to be announced ahead of deliveries.