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Honda 2025 Activa 125 FI vs Honda CBR650R Comparison

Compare Honda 2025 Activa 125 FI vs Honda CBR650R to know which is better. Detailed bikes comparison on Honda 2025 Activa 125 FI vs Honda CBR650R; compare on-road price, performance and other features on bike comparison site.

Activa 125 FI vs CBR650R Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsActiva 125 FICBR650R
Price89,15211.16 L
Power124.0 CC648.7 CC
ClassScooterSports
Mileage45.00 - 55.00 KM/L25 KM/L
Activa 125 FI
Honda Activa 125 FI
Ex-Showroom Price
₹89,152
CBR650R
Honda CBR650R
Ex-Showroom Price
₹11.16 L
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Honda Activa 125 FI
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89,152
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Honda CBR650R
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11.16 L
OverviewSpecificationsFeatures

Overview

Overall Rating
8.1
8.0
Design8.008.00
Performance8.008.00
Fuel Consumption8.008.00
Significance8.508.25
Safety8.008.00
Comfort8.008.00
Value For Money8.008.00

Specifications

Engine CC124.0 CC648.7 CC
Max Torque10.5 Nm @ 5000 Rpm57.50
Top Speed90 kmph240 kmph
No. of GearsN/A6 Gears
Starting MechanismKick,SelfSelf Start
Ground Clearance169 mm mm132 mm mm
Kerb Weight109 KG211 KG
Seat Height712 mm635 mm
Fuel tank Capacity5.3 L15.4 L
Mileage45 - 55 KM/L25 KM/L
Front Brake TypeDiscDual Disc
Rear Brake TypeDrumDisc
Front Tyre90/90-12 54J - Tubeless120/70-17 M/C 58W
Rear Tyre90/100-10 53J - Tubeless180/55-17 M/C 73W
Wheel TypeAlloy WheelsAlloy Wheels

Features

Roading Four-Cylinder Engine No Yes
Effortless Assist/Slipper Clutch No Yes
LCD Display No Yes
Embellished With Full LED Lighting No Yes
Redesigned Exhaust & Muffler No Yes
Dual-Channel ABS No Yes
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Pros Cons Honda CBR650R

Pros

  • Refined inline-four engine with distinctive exhaust note
  • E-Clutch system reduces fatigue and allows clutchless shifts
  • Stable and confidence-inspiring handling 
  • Premium build quality with excellent fit and finish

Cons

  • High price compared to key rivals in the segment
  • Lacks advanced IMU-based electronics like cornering ABS
  • Noticeable high-frequency vibrations at highway speeds
  • The pillion seat is small and not suited for long rides

Verdict

The Honda CBR650R positions itself as a balanced middleweight sportbike that prioritises refinement and usability over outright aggression. It is not a track-focused supersport, but a machine designed to deliver performance in a way that remains manageable in daily riding conditions.

In our evaluation, the 649 cc inline-four engine felt smooth and predictable at low speeds, while building strong, linear performance as revs climbed past the mid-range. The E-Clutch system stood out in traffic, removing the need for constant clutch use and making stop-and-go riding significantly easier. The chassis and Showa suspension setup offered a stable, planted feel on highways while remaining manageable in city conditions.

As Sameer summarised,

“CBR650R has a proven track of infusing excitement to the riding experience of both new as well as seasoned riders”
 

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