Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa ZX

Vespa ZX Price starts at Rs. 1.16 Lakh which is Rs. 36,577 costlier than base model of Honda Activa 125 priced at Rs. 80,256. The claimed mileage of Honda Activa 125 is 66.8 kmpl whereas the mileage of Vespa ZX is 45 kmpl. In technical specifications, Honda Activa 125 is powered by 124 cc engine , while Vespa ZX is powered by 124.45 cc engine. Honda Activa 125 is available in 5 different colours while Vespa ZX comes with 6 colours. The Comparison Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa ZX can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Activa 125 vs ZX

Key Highlights Activa 125 DrumZX 125
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI Engine Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Max Power 8.30 PS @ 6250 rpm 9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm

Activa 125 vs ZX Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda Activa 125 DrumVespa ZX 125
Rating
508 reviews
57 reviews
Brand Name Honda Vespa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 80,256 Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.16 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI Engine Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Max Power 8.30 PS @ 6250 rpm 9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda Activa 125 Colors
Vespa ZX Colors
Brakes Front Drum Disc
Brakes Rear Drum Drum
Braking Type ... Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm Front :-254 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Sheet Metal Steel Wheel
Starting Kick and Self Start Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Analogue Analogue
EMI
Rs. 2,312 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 3,366 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,240 Activa 125 Insurance Rs. 7,032 ZX Insurance
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Engine Type
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Engine Displacement
124 cc
124.45 cc
Max Power
8.30 PS @ 6250 rpm
9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
Max Torque
10.4 Nm @ 5000 rpm
10.11 Nm @ 5600 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
50 mm
52 mm
Stroke
63.113 mm
58.6 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Belt Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
2
3
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Electronic EMS
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
9.2:1

Brakes Front
Drum
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
...
Combi Brake System

Quarter Mile
22.90
...
Braking (60-0 kmph)
18.94m
...
Mileage (City)
51.23 kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
66.8 kmpl
...
Mileage (Overall)
51.23 kmpl
45 kmpl
Top Speed
94 kmph
90 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/100-10
Front :-90/100 - 10, Rear :-90/100 - 10
Peak Power
8.30 PS @ 6250 rpm
9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Front :-254 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Sheet Metal
Steel Wheel
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
22 psi
26 psi

Seat height
...
770 mm
Load carrying capacity
...
130 kg
Length*Width*Height
1850*707*1170 mm3
1770*690*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1260 mm
1290 mm
Length
1850 mm
1770 mm
Ground Clearance
162 mm
155 mm
Height
1170 mm
1140 mm
Width
707 mm
690 mm
Fuel Capacity
5.3 Liters
7.4 Liters
Kerb Weight
110 Kg
115 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Saddle Height
...
770 mm
Front Brake Diameter
130 mm
200 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
130 mm
140 mm

Battery Type
...
Lead Acid
Additional Features
...
Air Filter ( Paper Type )
Headlight
LED
Halogen
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
...
Pilot Lamps
...
Seat Opening Switch
...
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
Bulb

Frame
Under Bone
Monocoque Chassis
Instrument Console
Analogue
Analogue
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
...
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Tripmeter
Analogue
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
External Fuel Filling
...
Clock
...
Passenger Footrest
Passenger Backrest
...
Carry hook
Underseat storage
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Shutter Lock
...
Odometer
Analogue
Analogue
DRLs
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
3
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
...
60000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda Activa 125
  • - The engine feels very refined - The electric start function operates seamlessly with minimal noise - Ride quality is quite comfy
Vespa ZX
  • Stunning and timeless Vespa styling; Smooth engine with adequate power figures; Comfortable ride quality
Honda Activa 125
  • - Doesn’t get smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation - Not a peppy engine
Vespa ZX
  • Lack of features like smartphone connectivity; Expensive price tag despite being the most affordable one

Is Vespa ZX Better Than Honda Activa 125?

66% users have chosen Vespa ZX over Honda Activa 125 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 2168 users have also rated Vespa ZX and Honda Activa 125 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Vespa ZX is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Honda Activa 125 is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance.

Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor ZX Activa 125
Mileage 3.5 3.7
Performance 3.9 4.0
Comfort 3.8 4.0
Maintenance 3.4 3.8
Features 3.9 3.8
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Honda Activa 125 Comparison with Similar Bikes

Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which variant of Honda Activa 125 is best to buy?
  • Our recommendation would be for you to experience riding different variants of the scooter. This way, you can determine which one suits your preferences and needs the most, particularly in terms of performance and comfort. You can also talk to friends or family who have used the Honda Activa 125 or similar scooters before. Click on the provided link https://www.zigwheels.com/honda-bikes/activa-125/comparisons to check the comparison between different variants of the Honda Activa 125.Moreover, you may click on the given link and select your city accordingly to check out the nearest authorised dealership details.
Q. Which is the best, Honda Activa 125 or Suzuki Access 125?
  • Both are good in their forte. Honda Activa 125 gets an ACG silent starter, Offers 13 per cent (claimed) better fuel efficiency, and Comes with Idling Stop System. The Honda Activa 125 BS6 does everything the previous scooter did and builds on it. In terms of practicality, comfort and reliability, few come as close as the Activa 125. It might not be thrilling to ride but with an extensive feature list, the Activa 125 ticks all the boxes of a family-oriented 125cc scooter. On the other hand, The Suzuki Access 125 is one of the most refined scooters in India. It offers superb ride quality and soaks up bumps really well. It has all the crucial updates to help it continue its streak of being the best-selling scooter in the 125cc segment. Sure it does have its own set of shortcomings but as an overall package, the Suzuki Access 125 is capable of holding its own in the competitive segment. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
Q. Is Vespa ZX 125 better or Vespa VXL 150 for semi hilly areas for a senior citizens?
  • Selecting between the Vespa ZX 125 and Vespa VXL 150 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, preference of the engine, features, drivability, etc. If budget is not a constraint, then you may go with the VXL 150. The iconic Vespa is much sought-after because of its funky design and reasonably powerful engine. Apart from the new paint schemes and alloy wheels, the brand has updated the scooter with smartphone connectivity as well. Called the Vespa Connectivity app, it lets users access their scooter’s details like service history and last-parked location on their smartphones. The Panic Alert feature helps the user to reach out to the pre-set emergency contact with the current location, should anything unfortunate occur. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for details.Read More: -

Honda Activa 125 Vs Vespa ZX FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa ZX?
As per the users experiences Honda Activa 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Vespa ZX is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa ZX?
The Honda Activa 125 is cheaper than Vespa ZX by Rs. 36,577.
Which bike offers better performance Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa ZX?
For the Drum version, 124 cc Petrol engine of Activa 125 produces 8.30 PS @ 6250 rpm of power and 10.4 Nm @ 5000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the 125 version, 124.45 cc Petrol engine of ZX produces 9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm of power and 10.11 Nm @ 5600 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda Activa 125 has better performance.

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