Hero Glamour X 125 vs Honda SP 125: Which Is Better?
Two closely-priced 125cc commuters, one very different tech story — the Glamour X packs cruise control, a TFT display and riding modes; the SP 125 leans on Honda's no-frills reliability. Here's the full comparison.
*Ex-showroom price.
Quick Verdict
- Hero Glamour X 125 wins on features and tech — segment-first cruise control, a TFT display with Bluetooth and navigation, 3 riding modes, and a slightly higher claimed mileage, usually for a lower entry price.
- Honda SP 125 wins on kerb weight and brand simplicity — it's noticeably lighter, and Honda's reputation for no-fuss reliability and a wide service network still counts for a lot of buyers.
- Pick the Glamour X 125 if you want the most tech and features for your money — this is one of the rare cases where the more feature-rich bike is also the cheaper one.
- Pick the SP 125 if you'd rather have a simpler, lighter, well-proven commuter and don't care about cruise control or a TFT screen.
Price Comparison
| Price Point | Glamour X 125 | Honda SP 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price (overall range) | ₹88,517 – ₹96,836 | ₹89,748 – ₹97,335 |
| Entry-level price | ₹88,517 LOWER | ₹89,748 |
| Top-end variant price | ₹96,836 | ₹97,335 |
| Number of variants | 2 variants (Drum, Disc) | 2 variants (STD, DLX) |
Price comparison in short: the Glamour X 125 is marginally cheaper at both ends of the range, but the real story is what you get for that price — cruise control, a TFT display and riding modes come standard on Glamour X's higher variant at roughly the same money as SP 125's DLX, which offers none of those.
Check Hero Glamour X 125 details → | Check Honda SP 125 on-road price →
Key Differences at a Glance
Full Specifications Comparison
| Specification | Glamour X 125 | Honda SP 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Displacement | 124.7 cc, air-cooled, fuel-injected | 123.94 cc, air-cooled |
| Max Power | 11.39 PS @ 8,250 rpm WINNER | 10.87 PS @ 7,500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 10.5 Nm | 10.9 Nm WINNER |
| Gearbox | 5-speed | 5-speed |
| Mileage (ARAI-claimed) | 65 kmpl WINNER | 63 kmpl |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 10 litres | 11 litres |
| Kerb Weight | 125.5 kg | ~116 kg WINNER |
| Ground Clearance | 170 mm | 160 mm |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 790 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1,267 mm | 1,285 mm |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| Rear Suspension | Adjustable hydraulic twin shock | Twin shock, hydraulic type |
| Front Brake | Drum (base) / Disc (top variant) | Drum (STD) / Disc 240mm (DLX) |
| Rear Brake | Drum | Drum 130mm |
| Braking Aid | CBS — no ABS | CBS — no ABS |
| Tyre Size (F/R) | 80/100-18 & 100/80-18 | 80/100-18 & 100/80-18 |
Brake spec varies by variant (Drum / Disc) on both bikes — figures above cover the range.
Mileage & Running Cost Comparison
This is a close one — the Glamour X claims a slightly higher ARAI figure, but owner-reported mileage for both bikes commonly lands in the 55–63 kmpl range depending on riding style, traffic and load, and the two often perform close to identically in real-world city use. Don't pick between these two on mileage alone — the feature gap is the bigger differentiator.
At ARAI-claimed mileage, the Glamour X 125 needs roughly 15.4 litres to cover 1,000 km, versus about 15.9 litres for the SP 125 — a small, near-negligible difference in fuel cost. Multiply by your local petrol price for an exact rupee figure.
Features & Design Comparison
| Feature | Glamour X 125 | SP 125 |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | ✓ Segment-first feature | ✕ Not available |
| TFT Display | ✓ Yes, with navigation | ✕ Digital only, no TFT |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | ✓ Yes | ✕ No |
| Riding Modes | ✓ Eco, Road & Power (ride-by-wire) | ✕ None |
| LED Headlamp | ✓ Full-LED | ✓ Yes |
| USB Charging Port | ✓ Yes | DLX variant only |
| Seat Style | Single seat | Single-piece seat |
This is where the Glamour X 125 makes its case — it out-features the SP 125 on nearly every count, at a very similar price.
Colour & Variant Options
Swatches above are approximate shades.
Swatches above are approximate shades.
EMI Comparison
Indicative EMI only, based on overall on-road price estimates (ex-showroom + typical RTO/insurance) — actual EMI depends on the lender and your city.
Pros & Cons
- Segment-first cruise control — rare at this price point
- TFT display with Bluetooth and turn-by-turn navigation
- 3 riding modes (Eco, Road, Power) via ride-by-wire
- Slightly higher ARAI-claimed mileage than the SP 125
- Marginally lower entry and top-end price than the SP 125
- Heavier than the SP 125 by close to 10 kg
- No ABS, same as the SP 125
- Newer platform with a shorter market track record than Honda's SP125
- Lighter kerb weight makes it easier to handle in traffic
- Long-standing reputation for reliability and low running cost
- Wide Honda service network across India
- Simple, proven mechanicals with a long track record
- No cruise control, TFT display, Bluetooth or riding modes
- Slightly lower claimed mileage than the Glamour X 125
- Feels dated next to the Glamour X's feature set for similar money
Who Should Buy Which Bike?
Choose the Hero Glamour X 125 if — you want the most features for your money: cruise control for highway stretches, a TFT display with navigation, and riding modes, all at a price that undercuts the SP 125.
Choose the Honda SP 125 if — you'd rather have a lighter, simpler commuter with Honda's long-standing reliability reputation and don't need cruise control, a TFT screen, or riding modes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Final Verdict
The Hero Glamour X 125 and Honda SP 125 are priced almost identically, which makes this one of the more interesting match-ups in the 125cc segment — the deciding factor isn't money, it's features. The Glamour X 125 packs in cruise control, a TFT display with Bluetooth and navigation, and multiple riding modes that the SP 125 simply doesn't offer, while matching or slightly beating it on claimed mileage. The SP 125 answers back with a lighter chassis and Honda's long-standing reputation for dependability. Unless brand track record and outright simplicity matter more to you than features, the Glamour X 125 offers noticeably more bike for very similar money.