Honda XL Varadero 125 vs Hero Honda Glamour 125 PGM-FI (2012)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda XL Varadero 125stacks up against the Hero Honda Glamour 125 PGM-FI. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda XL Varadero 125Hero Honda Glamour 125 PGM-FI
Model year20122011
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower14 hp9 hp
Torque10 Nm10 Nm
Weight152 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity4.4 L3.6 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. Dual-piston calliper Single disc. Optional drum break
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/90-M18 / 130/80-M17 2.75-18 / 3.00-18

Honda XL Varadero 125 vs Hero Honda Glamour 125 PGM-FI — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda XL Varadero 125 and the Hero Honda Glamour 125 PGM-FI usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda XL Varadero 125 brings 14 hp in a 152 kg package, while the Hero Honda Glamour 125 PGM-FI counters with 9 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: