Dayang DY125 27.12 vs Honda VT125C Shadow (2009)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Dayang DY125 27.12stacks up against the Honda VT125C Shadow. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDayang DY125 27.12Honda VT125C Shadow
Model year20092007
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower8 hp15 hp
Torque11 Nm
Weight155 kg145 kg
Seat height27 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Dayang DY125 27.12 vs Honda VT125C Shadow — which should you buy?

Picking between the Dayang DY125 27.12 and the Honda VT125C Shadow usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Dayang DY125 27.12 brings 8 hp in a 155 kg package, while the Honda VT125C Shadow counters with 15 hp at 145 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: