Hyosung Aquila 125 vs Honda Shadow 125 (2006)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHyosung Aquila 125Honda Shadow 125
Model year20062006
Price$3,595
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp15 hp
Torque10 Nm11 Nm
Weight163 kg146 kg
Seat height26 mm27 mm
Fuel capacity3.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Hyosung Aquila 125 vs Honda Shadow 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Hyosung Aquila 125 and the Honda Shadow 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Hyosung Aquila 125 brings 15 hp in a 163 kg package, while the Honda Shadow 125 counters with 15 hp at 146 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: