Honda Activa 125 Disc BS6

 An overview (Main Features)

Name – Honda Active 125 Disc BS6

Colours – It is available in five different colours, namely

1. Pearl Nightstar Black
2. Heavy Grey Metallic
3. Midnight Blue Metallic
4. Rebel Red Metallic
5. Pearl Precious White with Salen Silver Metallic

Engine – 124 CC

Mileage - 60 kmpl

Road Price – Rs. 86,980 onwards

Brakes – Front: Disc: Rear: Drum

Tyre Size – Front: 90/90 R 12

                    Rear: 90/100 R 10

Power – 8.30 PS @6500

Torque – 10.4 Nm @5000

Fuel Capacity – 5.3 Litres

Weight – 109 Kg

Seat Height – 692 mm

Odometer – Digital

Speedometer – Analogue

Battery Capacity – 0.06 kWh

 About Honda Activa 125 Disc BS6

Honda Activa 125 Disc is the mid variant in the Activa 125 segment. BS6 variant comes in 124 CC engine, which produces power of 8.30 PS @6500 and a max torque of 10.3 Nm @5000. It is available in five different colours. The two-wheeler's solid build quality and powerful engine make it the best-selling scooter in India. Its service is also vast, giving good mileage to the owners. The front brake is 190 mm, and Rear brake is 130 mm. The Honda Activa 125 Disc BS6 has a single-cylinder engine with an ABS braking system. The base version of the bike uses both drum brake combinations, while a higher version uses a disc-drum combination. The Activa rivals the likes of TVS Jupiter 125, Hero Destini 125 and other 125 CC scooters in the segment.

 Engine and Performance

Honda Activa 125 Disc BS6 has an air-cooled, two-valve, four-stroke BSVI engine. The capacity of the engine is 124 CC. The maximum power of the engine generates 8.30 PS@ 6500 rpm, and the maximum torque is 10.4 Nm @5000. It gives a mileage of 60 kmpl, with a fuel capacity of 5.3 litres. The bore of the engine is 50 mm with a stroke of 63.113 mm. Its compression ratio is 10.0:1 with an engine immobilizer. It holds an automatic belt-drive transmission and a CVT gearbox.  

In terms of performance, it gives a mileage of 66.8 kmpl max on highways and 51.23 kmpl in the city, apart from an average range of 60 kmpl marked by ARAI. The commuter bike's average top speed is 93.84 kmph. It comes with a two-year warranty for a standard 24000 kms. You can ride anywhere between 300-450 km in 8 -10 hours a day as the scooter can accelerate up to 0-60 kmph in around 8.7 seconds. 

 Design and Styling

The Honda Activa 125 is globally acclaimed with ESP technology and silent start. ACG starter motor removes gear meshing gear engagement noise and reduces maintenance. New Tumble flow technology increases the turbulence of air-fuel mixture, which keeps combustion and fuel efficiency. The digital odometer and analogue speedometer display information, real-time mileage and average mileage. The digital fuel gauge shows the fuel quantity in the scooter. It has a seat opening switch with bulb indicators.

The LED Headlamp, LED tail light, digital trip meter and excellent body graphics make it look attractive. It has under-seat storage and a carry hook below the handlebar. For extra safety of the vehicle from theft, it has a shutter lock as well. It has a Jet which helps maintain temperature in all riding conditions. The length, width and height are 1850 mm, 707 mm and 1170 mm. The wheelbase is 1260 mm. The wheelbase of the scooter ranges from 1260 mm with a ground clearance of 162 mm. 

 Suspension and Brakes

The tyres are tubeless, holding a combination of 12/10 inch front and rear alloy wheels. The front suspension is telescopic, and the rear suspension is a step-adjustable spring-loaded hydraulic.

The front brake diameter is 190 mm. The front tyre size is 90/90 -12. The front brake type is Disc. The rear brake diameter is 130 mm, and the tyre size is 90/100 – 10. The rear brake type is Drum. The two-wheeler holds a combi-braking system. It gives an optimum tyre pressure of 22 psi. 

 Mileage

The mileage of this two-wheeler vehicle is 60 kmpl which covers 0 to 60 km/h in 8.7 sec. The fuel tank capacity is 5.3 litres. The top speed of the Honda Activa is 85 km/h if the average mileage is achieved economically.

 Road Price

The ex-showroom price is Rs. 86,980 + RTO + Road Tax + other charges of Rs. 11,558 + insurance Rs. 6,110, combining a total of which makes an estimated road price of Rs. 1,04,648. You may visit your nearest Honda two-wheeler showroom to get an exact estimate of the current price.

 Conclusion

The variant of the Honda Activa 125 Disc BSVI is very comfortable and smooth while driving. It has all the modern features which a perfect scooty requires. It is one of the best-selling scooters in India. The power delivery makes it a top scooty in the urban area. Honda Activa gained popularity because of its reliability and long-term low maintenance.

Honda Activa 125 Disc BSVI is available for rent in Varanasi at an affordable price. If you need this scooty for the short term, you can rent it on an hourly or daily rental plan. You can subscribe to this scooty weekly or monthly for long-term rental needs. Hence Honda Cliq Rental costs lesser than buying it from the showroom and paying for maintenance.