Yamaha Saluto vs Honda CB125 Shine SP (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha Salutostacks up against the Honda CB125 Shine SP. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha SalutoHonda CB125 Shine SP
Model year20182017
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower8 hp10 hp
Torque10 Nm10 Nm
Weight112 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity2.0 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires80/100-18 / 80/100-18 80/100-18 / 80/100-18

Yamaha Saluto vs Honda CB125 Shine SP — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha Saluto and the Honda CB125 Shine SP usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha Saluto brings 8 hp in a 112 kg package, while the Honda CB125 Shine SP counters with 10 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: