Honda Activa 125 price, first look review

The Activa 125 is powered by a four-stroke, 124.9cc, single-cylinder and forced air-cooled engine. Power is 0.6bhp up on its predecessor, 8.6bhp made a 1000rpm lower at 6500 revs. Peak torque is likewise higher, 1kgm at 5500rpm, and the carburetted powerhouse provides a manual choke knob located just below the handlebars. There’s a viscous type air-filter. Power is transferred to the rear wheel via a CVT system on this automatic scooter. A maintenance free (MF) battery supported electric starter is standard, with kick lever provided for added safety. The Activa 125 engine comes with roller supported rocker arm fingers for good efficiency, and given its conservative power figures, you can expect an only nominal fuel-efficiency drop over the smaller, 109cc Activa. Also look forward to a Honda typical engine that provides refined and smooth performance.

This new Activa seats riders in a comfortable, upright riding position. Keeping with its premium positioning, the upcoming Activa 125 features five-spoke alloy rims, a pair of telescopic forks as front suspension and single rear shock absorber, with engine doubling up as a stressed member of the frame. A hydraulic 190mm front disc brake is optional, while a cable actuated 130mm drum handles stopping duties at rear. Additionally, the Activa 125 comes with combined brakes. Tyres are tubeless at rear, with a larger 12 inch front wheel and 10 inch rim at rear.