Nipponia Aura vs Honda SH125i Special (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Nipponia Aurastacks up against the Honda SH125i Special. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Nipponia Aura | Honda SH125i Special |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 125 cc | 125 cc |
| Horsepower | 9 hp | 13 hp |
| Torque | 9 Nm | 12 Nm |
| Weight | 136 kg | 120 kg |
| Seat height | 30 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.0 L | 2.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc. Hydraulic disc with combined three-piston caliper, drilled rotor and resin mould pads |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 130/60-13 / 130/60-13 | 100/80-16 / 120/80-16 |
Nipponia Aura vs Honda SH125i Special — which should you buy?
Picking between the Nipponia Aura and the Honda SH125i Special usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Nipponia Aura brings 9 hp in a 136 kg package, while the Honda SH125i Special counters with 13 hp at 120 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: