Herald Classic 125 vs Honda VT125C Shadow (2007)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Herald Classic 125stacks up against the Honda VT125C Shadow. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Herald Classic 125 | Honda VT125C Shadow |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2002 | 2007 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 15 hp |
| Torque | — | 11 Nm |
| Weight | 145 kg | 145 kg |
| Seat height | 28 mm | 27 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.6 L | 3.7 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 90/90-19 / 130/90-16 | — |
Herald Classic 125 vs Honda VT125C Shadow — which should you buy?
Picking between the Herald Classic 125 and the Honda VT125C Shadow usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Herald Classic 125 brings its published horsepower in a 145 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: