2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS125 vs 2026 Honda Trail 125 - Spec Comparison
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2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS125
The 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS125 is a sporty 124.5cc commuter designed for budget-conscious riders seeking agile city performance. Its lightweight frame and responsive DTS-i engine deliver nimble handling and fuel efficiency, making it ideal for daily urban commuting and weekend leisure rides.
2026 Honda Trail 125
The Honda Trail 125 is an affordable, beginner-friendly commuter and light trail bike powered by a reliable 124cc single-cylinder engine. Its simple design, low seat height, and nimble handling make it ideal for new riders navigating urban streets and unpaved roads. Known for exceptional fuel efficiency and minimal maintenance, it excels as an entry-level dual-sport motorcycle.
2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS125 vs 2026 Honda Trail 125: the key differences
Both are naked bikes, so this is a like-for-like choice.
- The 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS125 makes 2.8 hp more (11.8 vs 9 hp).
- The 2026 Honda Trail 125 is 27 kg lighter (117 vs 144 kg).
- The 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS125 carries 6.7 litres more fuel (12 vs 5.3 L).
2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS125: Designed primarily as an affordable, nimble commuter with sporty styling rather than outright performance.
2026 Honda Trail 125: Built for leisurely exploring, light trail poking, and running errands rather than covering ground quickly or riding aggressively.
Verdict: Choose the 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS125 if you want more power and a bigger tank. Choose the 2026 Honda Trail 125 if you want lighter weight. Check the full table below for every figure, and the size comparison for fit.
| Specification | 2026 Bajaj Pulsar NS125 | 2026 Honda Trail 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Other | ||
| Category | Naked | Naked |
| Color Options | Fiery Orange, Burnt Red, Beach Blue, Pewter Grey | Glowing Red, Pearl Smokey Gray |
| Comments | Made in India. | Model id: CT125A. |
| Fuel Tank Material | - | Metal |
| Carrying capacity | - | Rear rack |
| Engine | ||
| Capacity: | 124.4 ccm (7.59 cubic inches) | 124.0 ccm (7.57 cubic inches) |
| Engine Type | Single, four-stroke | Single, four-stroke |
| Cooling System | Air | Air |
| Fuel System | Injection | Injection |
| Starting | Electric | Electric |
| Ignition | CDI | Fully transistorized |
| Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 2 |
| CO2 Emissions | - | 33 CO2 g/km |
| EPA Certificate No. | - | THNXC0.12CTN-025 |
| EPA Est. Fuel Consumption | - | 1.41 L/100km (166.8 US mpg) |
| EPA CO Emissions | - | 0.9 CO g/km |
| Bore x Stroke | - | 50.0 x 63.1 mm (2.0 x 2.5 inches) |
| Compression | - | 9.3:1 |
| Aspiration | - | Naturally aspirated |
| Performance | ||
| Power | ✓11.8 HP (8.8 kW) @ 8500 RPM | 9.0 HP (6.7 kW) @ 6250 RPM |
| Torque | ✓11.0 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 8.1 ft.lbs) @ 7000 RPM | 10.4 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 7.7 ft.lbs) |
| Power/Weight Ratio | 0.0819 HP/kg (wet) | 0.0775 HP/kg (dry) |
| Chassis & suspension | ||
| Frame | Perimeter | - |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic | 27mm telescopic fork |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock | Twin shock |
| Front Wheel Travel | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 99 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Ground Clearance | 179 mm (7.0 inches) | 190 mm (7.5 inches) |
| Rear Wheel Travel | - | 86 mm (3.4 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | - | 27.0° |
| Trail | - | 79 mm (3.1 inches) |
| Transmission | ||
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 4-speed |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Final Drive | Chain | Chain |
| Clutch | - | Automatic centrifugal |
| Brakes & wheels | ||
| Front Brakes | Single disc. Combined braking system. Optional ABS. | Single disc. ABS. Hydraulic. |
| Front Brakes Diameter | 240 mm (9.4 inches) | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear Brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc. Hydraulic. |
| Rear Brakes Diameter | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | - |
| ABS | Optional | Yes |
| Front Tyre | 80/100-17 | 80/90-17 |
| Rear Tyre | 110/90-17 | 80/90-17 |
| Dimensions & weight | ||
| Wheelbase | 1353 mm (53.3 inches) | 1257 mm (49.5 inches) |
| Overall Length | 2012 mm (79.2 inches) | 2150 mm (84.6 inches) |
| Overall Width | 810 mm (31.9 inches) | 833 mm (32.8 inches) |
| Overall Height | 1078 mm (42.4 inches) | - |
| Seat Height | 805 mm (31.7 inches) | ✓800 mm (31.5 inches) |
| Wet Weight | 144.0 kg (317.5 pounds) | ✓117.0 kg (257.9 pounds) |
| Fuel Capacity | ✓12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons) | 5.30 litres (1.40 US gallons) |
| Dry weight | - | 116.1 kg (256.0 pounds) |
| Reserve fuel capacity | - | 1.10 litres (0.29 US gallons) |
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