Honda Shadow 125 vs Hyosung GV 125 Aquila (2006)

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

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Shadow 125Hyosung GV 125 Aquila
Model year20062005
Price$3,725
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp15 hp
Torque11 Nm10 Nm
Weight146 kg163 kg
Seat height27 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity3.8 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

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

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