Honda NSR 125 vs Hercules K 125 (2003)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda NSR 125Hercules K 125
Model year20031972
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower15 hp17 hp
Torque12 Nm
Weight132 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity3.4 L2.8 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Tires100/80-17 / 130/70-17 2.75-17 / 3.00-17

Honda NSR 125 vs Hercules K 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda NSR 125 and the Hercules K 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda NSR 125 brings 15 hp in a 132 kg package, while the Hercules K 125 counters with 17 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: