Honda VT125C Shadow vs Hyosung GV 125 Aquila (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda VT125C Shadowstacks up against the Hyosung GV 125 Aquila. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda VT125C ShadowHyosung GV 125 Aquila
Model year20072005
Price$3,725
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower15 hp15 hp
Torque11 Nm10 Nm
Weight145 kg163 kg
Seat height27 mm26 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesDouble discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)

Honda VT125C Shadow vs Hyosung GV 125 Aquila — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda VT125C Shadow and the Hyosung GV 125 Aquila usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda VT125C Shadow brings 15 hp in a 145 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: