Honda Lead 125 vs Honda PCX125 (2023)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Lead 125stacks up against the Honda PCX125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Lead 125Honda PCX125
Model year20152023
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower11 hp12 hp
Torque12 Nm12 Nm
Weight113 kg
Seat height30 mm30 mm
Fuel capacity1.6 L2.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle disc. Combined dual-piston calliper, drilled rotor and resin mould pads Single disc. Hydraulic.
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-M12 / 100/90-M10 110/70-14 / 130/70-13

Honda Lead 125 vs Honda PCX125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Lead 125 and the Honda PCX125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Lead 125 brings 11 hp in a 113 kg package, while the Honda PCX125 counters with 12 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: