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**xBhp** · 02-19-2020, 05:30 PM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

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**SoloByHeart** · 02-19-2020, 11:45 PM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

Activa 125

Honda Shine SP

Pulsar 125

Originally posted by Knightmare89 View Post

Hello Guys,
I used to ride a Gixxer (1st gen) from 2014 to 2019 but had to sell it due to multiple issues with the bike. I suffered from a slipped disc as well due to the poor road conditions and the awful suspension of the bike.
Anyway, I've now decided to buy a 125cc bike for my daily commute (20 kms). My height is 5'9 and my top priority is a good suspension (because of the awful roads in Thane and my slipped disc) and lesser need to visit my mechanic.
I've done a whole lot of research with my limited knowledge and have finalized 3 options:

Honda SP 125 BS VI
Hero Glamour 2020 BSVI
Bajaj Pulsar 125 (Neon or Split Seat) BSVI...whenever it launches

Please help me out in this dilemma as I'm at cross roads and don't want to regret another bike purchase.

**ShubhZz** · 02-20-2020, 07:53 AM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

Originally posted by Knightmare89 View Post

Hello Guys,
I used to ride a Gixxer (1st gen) from 2014 to 2019 but had to sell it due to multiple issues with the bike. I suffered from a slipped disc as well due to the poor road conditions and the awful suspension of the bike.
Anyway, I've now decided to buy a 125cc bike for my daily commute (20 kms). My height is 5'9 and my top priority is a good suspension (because of the awful roads in Thane and my slipped disc) and lesser need to visit my mechanic.
I've done a whole lot of research with my limited knowledge and have finalized 3 options:

Honda SP 125 BS VI
Hero Glamour 2020 BSVI
Bajaj Pulsar 125 (Neon or Split Seat) BSVI...whenever it launches

Please help me out in this dilemma as I'm at cross roads and don't want to regret another bike purchase.

Prefer Pulsar 125 , it'll be cheap to maintain and bike is quite premium and solid as it's 140 kgs heavy . I've been using neon 125 it from last 2 months but never felt any sort of discomfort apart from seat cushioning which i got fixed from a local sofa maker (jugaad) . Servicing intervals are quite long so you won't have to worry about it. Suspension could be adjusted according to your need.

Secondly, Prefer the newly launched Glamour BS- 6. Check this out.. https://youtu.be/LJ3EkdFV7ms

**Zapps** · 02-20-2020, 08:46 AM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

Having owned both Honda Shine and Glamour, and sinc I have P220 right now, I'd suggest this.

If you want a simple light weight commuter, Honda SP 125 is really good.

Glamour gives you similar engine with a different look.

Pulsar 125 will be a little bit more heavier to manoeuvre, but suspension is adjustable.

But, the best judge is you. Do test ride these options. And you could ask them to set P125 on soft setting, takes only minute. And whatever you get, go with BS6 engine, Fi will make the bikes smooth.

Originally posted by Knightmare89 View Post

Hello Guys,
I used to ride a Gixxer (1st gen) from 2014 to 2019 but had to sell it due to multiple issues with the bike. I suffered from a slipped disc as well due to the poor road conditions and the awful suspension of the bike.
Anyway, I've now decided to buy a 125cc bike for my daily commute (20 kms). My height is 5'9 and my top priority is a good suspension (because of the awful roads in Thane and my slipped disc) and lesser need to visit my mechanic.
I've done a whole lot of research with my limited knowledge and have finalized 3 options:

Honda SP 125 BS VI
Hero Glamour 2020 BSVI
Bajaj Pulsar 125 (Neon or Split Seat) BSVI...whenever it launches

Please help me out in this dilemma as I'm at cross roads and don't want to regret another bike purchase.

**dhawz29** · 02-20-2020, 12:12 PM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

Originally posted by Knightmare89 View Post

Hello Guys,
I used to ride a Gixxer (1st gen) from 2014 to 2019 but had to sell it due to multiple issues with the bike. I suffered from a slipped disc as well due to the poor road conditions and the awful suspension of the bike.
Anyway, I've now decided to buy a 125cc bike for my daily commute (20 kms). My height is 5'9 and my top priority is a good suspension (because of the awful roads in Thane and my slipped disc) and lesser need to visit my mechanic.
I've done a whole lot of research with my limited knowledge and have finalized 3 options:

Honda SP 125 BS VI
Hero Glamour 2020 BSVI
Bajaj Pulsar 125 (Neon or Split Seat) BSVI...whenever it launches

Please help me out in this dilemma as I'm at cross roads and don't want to regret another bike purchase.

Definitely consider the new Hero Glamour BS6. It now gets a 5th gear, new frame, more suspension travel and slightly more power. I think you should test ride both Shine and Glamour for the final decision. It will be close I suppose between these two.

Cheers!

**prasath_xbhp** · 02-20-2020, 12:18 PM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

I also recommend Hero Glamour BS6.

Originally posted by dhawz29 View Post

Definitely consider the new Hero Glamour BS6. It now gets a 5th gear, new frame, more suspension travel and slightly more power. I think you should test ride both Shine and Glamour for the final decision. It will be close I suppose between these two.

Cheers!

**Knightmare89** · 02-20-2020, 03:57 PM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

Originally posted by SoloByHeart View Post

Activa 125

Honda Shine SP

Pulsar 125

Thanks for your response but Activa is a scooter, not a motorbike and Shine SP has been discontinued after the launch of SP 125.

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Originally posted by ShubhZz View Post

Prefer Pulsar 125 , it'll be cheap to maintain and bike is quite premium and solid as it's 140 kgs heavy . I've been using neon 125 it from last 2 months but never felt any sort of discomfort apart from seat cushioning which i got fixed from a local sofa maker (jugaad) . Servicing intervals are quite long so you won't have to worry about it. Suspension could be adjusted according to your need.

Secondly, Prefer the newly launched Glamour BS- 6. Check this out.. https://youtu.be/LJ3EkdFV7ms

Thanks for taking out time to reply to my query.
Pulsar 125 is a bike I'm actually looking forward to test-riding. But 3 things about it confuse me:

Why is 125 Neon only available in 1 colour (Black and Blue)?
Why is the split-seat variant only launched in 2 states?
When will the BSVI version be launched?

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Originally posted by Zapps View Post

Having owned both Honda Shine and Glamour, and sinc I have P220 right now, I'd suggest this.

If you want a simple light weight commuter, Honda SP 125 is really good.

Glamour gives you similar engine with a different look.

Pulsar 125 will be a little bit more heavier to manoeuvre, but suspension is adjustable.

But, the best judge is you. Do test ride these options. And you could ask them to set P125 on soft setting, takes only minute. And whatever you get, go with BS6 engine, Fi will make the bikes smooth.

Thanks for the detailed response brother!
But you have unwittingly praised all 3 bikes, increasing my confusion even more

When you say adjustable suspension, does only P125 have that facility or can I do the same on SP125 and Glamour as well?
If you were in my shoes, which bike would you go for ultimately?

**mandoo** · 03-08-2020, 12:22 AM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

It's doable, I often commute on my 125 scooter, and get all the advantages of low fuel consumption, cheap tax and insurance.But, you're still going to get the slow off the lights performance, and the contempt of the bigger bikes who think you're slowing them down.I can just about bear 3 times per week on the scooter, I have to use my MT07 a couple of times a week just to keep myself sane, so I can't honestly say it's the perfect solution.

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It's doable, I often commute on my 125 scooter, and get all the advantages of low fuel consumption, cheap tax and insurance.

But, you're still going to get the slow off the lights performance, and the contempt of the bigger bikes who think you're slowing them down.

I can just about bear 3 times per week on the scooter, I have to use my MT07 a couple of times a week just to keep myself sane, so I can't honestly say it's the perfect solution.
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**sagarzzz** · 03-08-2020, 12:43 AM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

If budget is not a problem,then y dont u try hero xtreme 200 cc bike.its good bike for city commuting plus you can do highway riding also.sitting is comfortable.suspensions are soft.have got good lowend and midend.take a testride,see how u feel .maybe u will like it more than sp125 or pulsar 125.

**#bpk** · 03-08-2020, 12:46 AM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

Originally posted by Knightmare89 View Post

Hello Guys,
I used to ride a Gixxer (1st gen) from 2014 to 2019 but had to sell it due to multiple issues with the bike. I suffered from a slipped disc as well due to the poor road conditions and the awful suspension of the bike.
Anyway, I've now decided to buy a 125cc bike for my daily commute (20 kms). My height is 5'9 and my top priority is a good suspension (because of the awful roads in Thane and my slipped disc) and lesser need to visit my mechanic.
I've done a whole lot of research with my limited knowledge and have finalized 3 options:

Honda SP 125 BS VI
Hero Glamour 2020 BSVI
Bajaj Pulsar 125 (Neon or Split Seat) BSVI...whenever it launches

Please help me out in this dilemma as I'm at cross roads and don't want to regret another bike purchase.

Go for fz v 3. Good mileage, comfortable seats, softer suspension and reliable and smooth engine.

**Zapps** · 03-08-2020, 07:25 PM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

Bro, given your slipped disc, if you want perfect product that won't let you know you just crossed a brick or pot hole on the road, that would be the Hero Xpulse (the off road version). I'm saying this because a senior & trustable fellow enthusiast told me this after test ride. I'm suggesting this as you have used a bigger bike and going down in cc sucks.

Regarding your question, as to what would I be looking at if I were in your shoes, and looking at strictly upto 125 cc bikes - I'd consider SP 125 & platina (awesome suspension), test ride these two.

Originally posted by Knightmare89 View Post

Thanks for your response but Activa is a scooter, not a motorbike and Shine SP has been discontinued after the launch of SP 125.

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Thanks for taking out time to reply to my query.
Pulsar 125 is a bike I'm actually looking forward to test-riding. But 3 things about it confuse me:

Why is 125 Neon only available in 1 colour (Black and Blue)?
Why is the split-seat variant only launched in 2 states?
When will the BSVI version be launched?

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Thanks for the detailed response brother!
But you have unwittingly praised all 3 bikes, increasing my confusion even more

When you say adjustable suspension, does only P125 have that facility or can I do the same on SP125 and Glamour as well?
If you were in my shoes, which bike would you go for ultimately?

**Knightmare89** · 03-09-2020, 11:03 AM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

Originally posted by #bpk View Post

Go for fz v 3. Good mileage, comfortable seats, softer suspension and reliable and smooth engine.

Thanks for your reply but I already wrote that I'm looking to buy a 125cc Bike and need help in deciding among the 3 that I've narrowed down.

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Originally posted by sagarzzz View Post

If budget is not a problem,then y dont u try hero xtreme 200 cc bike.its good bike for city commuting plus you can do highway riding also.sitting is comfortable.suspensions are soft.have got good lowend and midend.take a testride,see how u feel .maybe u will like it more than sp125 or pulsar 125.

Thanks for your advice but I only want to buy a 125 cc bike. Can you help me with that?

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Originally posted by mandoo View Post

It's doable, I often commute on my 125 scooter, and get all the advantages of low fuel consumption, cheap tax and insurance.But, you're still going to get the slow off the lights performance, and the contempt of the bigger bikes who think you're slowing them down.I can just about bear 3 times per week on the scooter, I have to use my MT07 a couple of times a week just to keep myself sane, so I can't honestly say it's the perfect solution.

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It's doable, I often commute on my 125 scooter, and get all the advantages of low fuel consumption, cheap tax and insurance.

But, you're still going to get the slow off the lights performance, and the contempt of the bigger bikes who think you're slowing them down.

I can just about bear 3 times per week on the scooter, I have to use my MT07 a couple of times a week just to keep myself sane, so I can't honestly say it's the perfect solution.
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What exactly are you trying to say? I want to buy a 125cc bike (not scooter) and your reply has literally made no sense. Please elaborate.

**sagarzzz** · 03-09-2020, 11:19 AM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

Originally posted by Knightmare89 View Post

Thanks for your reply but I already wrote that I'm looking to buy a 125cc Bike and need help in deciding among the 3 that I've narrowed down.

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Thanks for your advice but I only want to buy a 125 cc bike. Can you help me with that?

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What exactly are you trying to say? I want to buy a 125cc bike (not scooter) and your reply has literally made no sense. Please elaborate.

Bro then,anytime i will prefer pulsar 125 neon.and second would be honda.

**krishna77** · 03-09-2020, 09:00 PM

Re: Which 125cc Bike for city commute?

From the choices you have made, my vote would be for Shine due to the smooth engine. Also, this is one which has stood the test of time. Looks matured. Honda's after sales service is not that good but - validate for your area.
You can also have a look at the Yamaha Saluto 125 which is lighter and has a very good ride quality with smooth engine. Suggesting this based on the feedback of a few colleagues who had almost the same criteria as you have and have gone for Saluto. They are happy with their decisions.

Honda SP 125 (BSVI)	100.00%	3 votes
Hero Glamour 2020 (BSVI)	33.33%	1 vote
Bajaj Pulsar 125 (BSVI)	66.67%	2 votes

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