The new 2019 Honda Activa 125 BS-VI has finally been launched with a starting price of INR 67,490 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The new Honda Activa 125 falls under the 125cc category and gets a more mean and aggressive stance when compared to its previous generation model. With as many as 26 new patent applications, the new Activa 125 offers a load of new features and practicality options such as a new BS6 powered 125cc engine, a new silent starter system, idling stop system, side stand indicator, engine inhibitor, a new digital-analogue metre and many more. Let’s have a look at how the new model compares against its old version:
DIMENSIONS
The new Activa 125 is not only 36mm longer than its predecessor but also 3mm wider and 19mm taller. Despite having the same wheelbase as the old one, the new model gets a surprisingly higher ground clearance and a slightly heavier body. The new model retains the same 5.3-litre fuel tank while managing a substantial decrease in seat height.
New Activa 125 BS-VI | Old Activa 125 | |
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Length (mm) | 1850 | 1814 |
Width (mm) | 707 | 704 |
Height (mm) | 1170 | 1151 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 1260 | 1260 |
Ground Clearance (mm) | 169 | 155 |
Seat height (mm) | 712 | 765 |
Kerb Weight (Kg) | 111 | 108 |
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) | 5.3 | 5.3 |
CHASSIS
The new scooter retains the same frame and front suspension kit, from the previous generation model. Meaning, the new Activa is fitted with the same set of Telescopic Front forks, however, the new version of the scooter now gets a 3-Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic rear suspension. The 90 and 100 section front and rear tyres have also been retained, along with the 190mm front disc and 130mm rear drum brake and CBS as standard.
New Activa 125 BS-VI | Old Activa 125 | |
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Frame | Underbone | Underbone |
Front Suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
Rear Suspension | 3-Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic | Spring Loaded Hydraulic |
Front Brake | 190mm Disc | 190mm Disc / 130mm Drum |
Rear Brake | 130mm Drum | 130mm Drum |
Front Tyre | 90/90-12 | 90/90-12 |
Rear Tyre | 90/100-10 | 90/100-10 |
FEATURES
Despite having a quite similar chassis and somewhat similar design, the new Activa 125 is pretty different in terms of overall design, looks and features. The new BS6 Activa now looks much more aerodynamic, sporty and modern, while also being equipped with the latest technology and features. In terms of features, the new version gets a fuel injection system, a new digital-analogue instrument cluster, a new silent starter system, an idling start/stop system and many more.
New Activa 125 BS-VI | Old Activa 125 | |
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Fuel Injection System | Yes | No |
Idling Start/Stop | Yes | No |
LED Headlamp | Yes | Yes |
LED Taillamp | No | No |
Silent Starter System | Yes | No |
CBS | Yes | Yes |
ENGINE AND PERFORMANCE
The New Activa 125 and Old Activa 125, both have the same SOHC, 4-stroke, 1-cylinder, fan-cooled engine, but the power in the new model is almost 0.3 HP less and the torque is almost 0.25 Nm less than the old one. The rest of the engine and transmission specifications remain the same, but the performance and speed are now slightly increased and made even smoother. The engine in the latest Activa also gets a fuel injection system as standard and is BS-VI compliant.
New Activa 125 BS-VI | Old Activa 125 | |
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Engine Displacement (cc) | 124 | 124.9 |
Power HP@RPM | 8.18 @ 6500 | 8.52 @ 6500 |
Torque Nm@RPM | 10.3 @ 5000 | 10.54 @ 5000 |
Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
PRICE
The prices for the old Activa 125 started from INR 60,627 (ex-showroom, Delhi), which is nearly INR 7,000 less than the latest Activa 125, whose prices start from INR 67,490 (ex-showroom, Delhi). However, the difference between the top variants is almost INR 9,000 making the new Activa 125 FI BS6 even more costly.
New Activa 125 BS-VI | Old Activa 125 | |
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Prices for the base variant (ex-showroom, Delhi) | INR 67,490 | INR 60,627 |
Prices for the top variant (ex-showroom, Delhi) | INR 74,490 | INR 65,012 |