Honda XL125V Varadero vs Bajaj XCD 125 DTS-Si (2010)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XL125V Varaderostacks up against the Bajaj XCD 125 DTS-Si. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XL125V VaraderoBajaj XCD 125 DTS-Si
Model year20102009
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower14 hp9 hp
Torque10 Nm11 Nm
Weight152 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires100/90-M18 / 130/80-M17 2.75-17 / 3-17

Honda XL125V Varadero vs Bajaj XCD 125 DTS-Si — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XL125V Varadero and the Bajaj XCD 125 DTS-Si usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XL125V Varadero brings 14 hp in a 152 kg package, while the Bajaj XCD 125 DTS-Si counters with 9 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: