Bajaj today showcased its 2018 line-up of motorcycles that included the updated Discover range which got updates like a longer suspension setup, optional disc brake for the front and LED DRLs as standard. We shed some light on the 125cc commuter segment which has witnessed a slew of motorcycles that have received updates recently and this urged us take out a sheet and draw comparisons for some clarity.
Here is a quick specification comparison chart for the motorcycles in the 125cc segment available in the country.
| Name of Two-wheeler | Bajaj Discover 125 | Honda CB Shine 125 SP | Yamaha Saluto 125 | Hero Glamour Programmed Fi |
| Engine & Transmission | ||||
| Engine Type | Single cylinder |
Single cylinder |
Single cylinder |
Single cylinder |
| Displacement | 124.5cc | 124.73cc | 125cc | 124.7cc |
| Transmission | 5-speed | 5-speed | 4-speed | 4-speed |
| Max Power | 10.84bhp | 10.16bhp | 8.1bhp | 11.53bhp |
| Max Torque | 11Nm | 10.3Nm | 10.1Nm | 11Nm |
| Chassis, Suspension & Brakes | ||||
| Frame | Semi double cradle type | Diamond | Diamond | Semi double cradle type |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork | Telescopic fork | Telescopic fork | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Dual shocks | Dual shocks | Dual shocks | Dual shocks |
| Front brakes | Disc | Disc | Disc | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Drum | Drum | Drum | Drum |
| Dimensions, Weights & Capacities | ||||
| L x W x H | 2035 x 760 x1085mm | 2007 x 762 x 1085mm | 2035 x 720 x 1090mm | 2023 x 766 x1091mm |
| Wheelbase | 1305mm | 1266mm | 1265mm | 1262mm |
| Saddle Height | 805mm | — | 805mm | — |
| Ground Clearance | 165mm | 160mm | 180mm | 159mm |
| Kerb Weight | — | 123kg | 113kg | 127kg |
| Price, ex showroom Delhi | Rs 55,994 | Rs 65,611 | Rs 56,364 | Rs 66,298 |