Earlier version in photoHonda Shine 125
Not sold new in Pakistan
- 124 cc
- 10.7 PS
- ~55 km/l
- 113 kg
Sold in India
Bike comparison
Who wins on price, power, fuel and weight, then every spec side by side.
Earlier version in photoNot sold new in Pakistan
Sold in India

Not sold new in Pakistan
Available with E-Clutch, which lets you change gear without the clutch lever
The quick answer before the full table.
| Full specifications | Honda Shine 125 | Honda CBR500R |
|---|---|---|
| Price and running costs | ||
| Price in Pakistan | Not sold new in Pakistan | Not sold new in Pakistan |
| Brand | Honda · Japan | Honda · Japan |
| Type of bike | Everyday | Sports |
| Fuel average | ~55 km/l | ~27 km/l |
| Petrol tank | 10.5 L | 17.1 L |
| On a full tank | ~578 km | ~462 km |
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine size | 124 cc | 471 cc |
| Cylinders | 1 | 2 |
| Cooling | Air | Liquid (radiator) |
| Power | 10.7 PS @ 7,500 rpm | 47.6 PS @ 8,600 rpm |
| Torque | 11 Nm @ 6,000 rpm | 43 Nm @ 6,500 rpm |
| Power to weight | 95 PS / tonne | 248 PS / tonne |
| Top speed | 100 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Fuel system | Fuel injection | Fuel injection |
| Gearbox and controls | ||
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 6-speed |
| Starting | Self start | Self start |
| Size and weight | ||
| Weight | 113 kg (with fluids) | 192 kg (with fluids) |
| Seat height | 791 mm | 785 mm |
| Ground clearance | 162 mm | 130 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,285 mm | 1,410 mm |
| Brakes, wheels and suspension | ||
| Brakes (front / back) | Drum / Drum | Disc 296 ×2 / Disc 240 |
| ABS | No (linked brakes) | Both wheels |
| Tyres (front / back) | 80/100-18 / 80/100-18 | 120/70-17 / 160/60-17 |
Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.
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Honda Shine 125 does around 55 km per litre against about 27 km/l for Honda CBR500R, in normal riding.
Honda CBR500R makes 47.6 PS @ 8,600 rpm; Honda Shine 125 makes 10.7 PS @ 7,500 rpm.
Honda Shine 125 weighs about 113 kg and Honda CBR500R about 192 kg, so Honda Shine 125 is easier to push and park.
Buy Honda Shine 125 if you care most about best fuel average, goes furthest on a tank. Buy Honda CBR500R if most power, most pulling power matters more. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will help you choose.
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Figures are each maker's own claims for the version shown. Fuel average is a rough real-world figure and depends on how you ride. Prices change often, so check with a dealer before you buy.
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