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Honda SP 125 problems, pros & cons — what owners in Nepal say

5 questions buyers asked about this bike, answered from what owners here report. Last checked 2026-09-27.

Compiled from what owners in Nepal report publicly, then reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor. This is owner sentiment, not our own road test, and it carries no star rating — we do not publish one unless verified owners have given us a score. How we compile and check this.

The short version

Owner opinion is genuinely split. The two verdicts above separate what people say about the car from what they say about its price.

The carMixed
The priceWidely disputed

overpriced compared to India

Questions buyers asked

Is the Honda SP 125 reliable?

Yes, many users report no issues after long usage and low maintenance costs.

Last checked 2026-09-27 · confidence medium

What is the mileage of the Honda SP 125?

It provides around 65+ mileage.

Last checked 2026-09-27 · confidence medium

Why is the old model being sold in Nepal?

Commenters express frustration that Honda Nepal is selling an outdated model while newer versions are available in India.

Last checked 2026-09-27 · confidence medium

What is the price of the Honda SP 125 in Nepal?

The motorcycle is currently available at an ex-showroom price of Rs 3.07 lakh to Rs 3.23 lakh depending on the variant.

That figure is what owners quoted, not our price. See the verified price for each variant.

Last checked 2026-09-27 · confidence medium

What is the Honda SP 125 on-road price in Nepal?

The on-road price typically ranges from Rs 3.35 lakh to Rs 3.50 lakh after including road tax, insurance, and registration fees.

That figure is what owners quoted, not our price. See the verified price for each variant.

Last checked 2026-09-27 · confidence medium

What owners actually said

Every line below says which it is. A quote is somebody's own words on the platform named. A summary is ours, drawn from published coverage — and never put inside quote marks.

“धेरै धेरै धन्यवाद सर हजुरले होन्डाको रिभु गर्नु भएको मा साँच्चै नै होन्डाको बाइक धेरै राम्रो हुन्छ। चार पाँच वर्ष त तेल हाल्ने चलाउने कुनै पनि टेन्सन हुँदैन।”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“This model was discontinued in India in 2024. The 2026 New model have TFT Display and New LED setup. The Honda Nepal is thinking We Nepalese are foolish, they selling the old version in our country!!!”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“मैले यो Honda since bs6 fi बाइक लिएको एक साल भयो। अहिलेसम्म कुनै समस्या आएको छैन। र मेन्टेनेन्स खर्च पनि सस्तो छ।”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“यो SP १२५ को पुरानो model हो। यो मोडेल २०२४ मा भारतमा बन्द हुनेछ।”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“125 cc मा यो bike जत्तिको राम्रो कुनै bike छैन माइलेज king bike हो यो 65+ माइलेज दिन्छ”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

“The mileage is the best part of this bike, I am getting nearly 62 kmpl in Kathmandu traffic.”

Owner’s own wordsYouTube comment

Price, service, resale and roads — here

  • Widespread service network makes it a safer choice for buyers outside Kathmandu
  • Competes directly with the TVS Raider 125 in the premium commuter segment
  • Popular among office-goers and delivery riders due to low running costs
  • Spare parts are easily accessible even in smaller district headquarters
  • The Honda SP 125 is sold in Nepal across four variants at an ex-showroom price of Rs 3.07–3.23 lakh.
  • The Nepal-market model is positioned for city commuting and regular highway use rather than demanding off-road riding.
  • Its mileage, Honda service network, routine maintenance cost and expected resale value are major Nepal-specific buying considerations.
  • The Nepal product literature describes a digital instrument cluster with mileage and riding information; the TFT-connected dashboard discussed for newer Indian versions should not automatically be assumed to be available on every Nepal variant.

Honda SP 125 pros and cons from owners

Pros — what owners rate

  • good reliability
  • low maintenance cost
  • good for long tours
  • high mileage
  • Exceptional fuel efficiency for daily Kathmandu commuting
  • Silent start system with ACG starter is highly appreciated
  • Smooth engine refinement and gear shifts
  • Informative digital console including gear position indicator

Cons — problems owners report

  • old model being sold in Nepal
  • lack of modern features
  • overpriced compared to India
  • Rear tire is considered too thin (80/100) for high-speed stability
  • Ground clearance feels inadequate for deep potholes and rural Nepali roads
  • Significant price increase compared to the older CB Shine models
  • Build quality of some plastic panels feels light
  • Some buyers compare the SP 125 unfavorably with similarly priced motorcycles that offer ABS or a more aggressive performance-focused setup.

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