Herald Classic 125 vs Honda VT 125 C2 Shadow (2002)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Herald Classic 125stacks up against the Honda VT 125 C2 Shadow. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Herald Classic 125 | Honda VT 125 C2 Shadow |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2002 | 2001 |
| 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 | 3.8 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 5-speed |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake | Expanding brake |
| Tires | 90/90-19 / 130/90-16 | 100/90-17 / 130/90-15 |
Herald Classic 125 vs Honda VT 125 C2 Shadow — which should you buy?
Picking between the Herald Classic 125 and the Honda VT 125 C2 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 VT 125 C2 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: