Honda CR 125 vs TVS Phoenix 125 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda CR 125stacks up against the TVS Phoenix 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda CR 125TVS Phoenix 125
Model year20162016
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower10 hp11 hp
Torque11 Nm
Fuel capacity1.0 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake). Optional disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-18 / 100/90-18 2.75-17 / 90/90-17

Honda CR 125 vs TVS Phoenix 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda CR 125 and the TVS Phoenix 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda CR 125 brings 10 hp, while the TVS Phoenix 125 counters with 11 hp.

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: