AJS Regal-Raptor 125 Silverhawk vs Honda VT125C Shadow (2008)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the AJS Regal-Raptor 125 Silverhawkstacks up against the Honda VT125C Shadow. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAJS Regal-Raptor 125 SilverhawkHonda VT125C Shadow
Model year20082007
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower11 hp15 hp
Torque11 Nm
Weight160 kg145 kg
Seat height27 mm27 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-18 / 130/90-15

AJS Regal-Raptor 125 Silverhawk vs Honda VT125C Shadow — which should you buy?

Picking between the AJS Regal-Raptor 125 Silverhawk and the Honda VT125C Shadow usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the AJS Regal-Raptor 125 Silverhawk brings 11 hp in a 160 kg package, while the Honda VT125C Shadow counters with 15 hp at 145 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: