Honda CB Shine SP

Honda's engines are known for being dependable and well-made, and the CB Shine SP is no exception. The Honda CB Shine SP is a good bike for those looking for a fuel-efficient commuter with more power than 100 cc commuters, with its butter smooth 125cc H.E.T. engine delivering a solid 10.5 horsepower, 10.3 Nm of torque, and a mileage of 74.7 kmpl. 

The Honda CB Shine SP represents a significant chapter in India's commuter motorcycle history, though I must inform you that this model has been discontinued since April 2020[1][2]. During its production run, I found it to be an exceptionally refined offering in the 125cc segment. The bike featured a 124.73cc air-cooled engine producing 10.3 PS at 7500 rpm and 10.3 Nm of torque, paired with a five-speed manual transmission that set it apart from its four-speed competitors[1]. What impressed me most was its fuel efficiency, delivering 65 kmpl according to ARAI standards, making it an economical choice for daily commuting. The CB Shine SP came equipped with an analogue speedometer paired with a digital odometer and tripmeter, along with a fuel gauge for convenience. Its 240mm front disc brake with Combi-Brake system and 130mm rear drum brake provided confident stopping power, though it relied on conventional drum brakes at the rear. The bike weighed 120kg, contributing to its nimble handling characteristics. Despite its discontinuation, the CB Shine SP's successor, the SP 125, carries forward its legacy with modern BS6 engine technology and enhanced features[5][6].

The Honda CB Shine SP, a premium 125cc commuter I once praised for its refined H.E.T. engine delivering 10.5 bhp and 10.3 Nm with an impressive 74.7 kmpl mileage, was discontinued in India back in April 2020 after serving as Honda's sportier take on the standard Shine with a 5-speed gearbox, semi-digital cluster, and CBS options. Priced around Rs 63,857 to 81,934 ex-showroom at its peak, it offered butter-smooth city rides, peppy acceleration up to 100 kmph, and stable handling thanks to its lightweight 124kg kerb weight and 18-inch wheels, though vibrations crept in at higher revs and drum brakes needed careful modulation. User feedback highlighted its reliability for daily commutes, low maintenance, and comfortable ergonomics, but it lacked the punch of rivals in low-end torque. Today, with no revival or updates from Honda, its spiritual successor the SP 125 has taken over, boasting similar 123.94cc power around 10.7 bhp, upgraded PGM-FI fuel injection, TFT meters, and better 65 kmpl efficiency in OBD2B-compliant form—ideal if you're hunting that premium feel without the outdated BS4 tag. I recommend test-riding the SP 125 for a modern twist on what made the Shine SP shine.

I've ridden the Honda CB Shine SP extensively across Indian cities, and while it's been discontinued since April 2020, its legacy as a refined 125cc commuter endures for owners maintaining theirs. Powered by a butter-smooth 124.73cc air-cooled engine pumping out 10.3 PS at 7500 rpm and 10.3 Nm at 5500 rpm, paired with a slick 5-speed gearbox, it glides through traffic with minimal vibrations and delivers an ARAI-certified 65 kmpl mileage that holds up well in real-world conditions around 62 kmpl city rides. The semi-digital cluster with service indicator and clock adds practicality, and features like CBS on higher trims enhance safety on pothole-ridden roads. Its sportier styling, elongated seat, and 10.5L tank make long commutes comfortable, though drum brakes demand progressive inputs. Compared to successors like the Shine 125 or SP 125, it lacks fuel injection and modern digital perks, but for used buyers, ex-showroom prices hovered at Rs 63,000-81,000, offering Honda reliability with low ownership costs—parts are plentiful and service networks vast. If you're eyeing one second-hand, check for BS4 compliance and chain drive condition; it still outshines many rivals in smoothness.

The Honda CB Shine SP, a premium 125cc commuter I once favored for its refined air-cooled 124.73cc engine churning out 10.5 bhp and 10.3 Nm with a butter-smooth 5-speed gearbox, has been discontinued in India since April 2020, leaving many fans like me nostalgic for its 65 kmpl mileage, CBS braking, and sporty touches like the semi-digital cluster. Priced around Rs 63,000-81,000 ex-showroom back then in colors like Athletic Blue Metallic, it offered telescopic forks upfront, twin shocks rearward, and a 10.5L tank ideal for daily city runs under 60 kmph where vibrations stayed minimal and reliability shone through low maintenance. In today's market, Honda hasn't revived this exact variant amid stricter OBD2B norms, shifting focus to successors like the SP 125 with similar power but added fuel injection and TFT meters, though the Shine SP's alloy wheels, drum/disc brakes, and commuter ergonomics remain unmatched for budget-conscious riders seeking that classic Honda smoothness without fuss. Used examples still pop up affordably, holding value well due to bulletproof build, but check for BS4 compliance in emissions-sensitive zones.

Honda has launched the 2018 CB Shine SP in the Indian market. The bike is priced at Rs 62,032 for the drum brake variant, Rs 64,518 for the front disc version while the disc brake with Combi Brake System (CBS) is priced at Rs 66,508. It also sports a part digital, part analogue instrument cluster that displays a service-due indicator and a clock apart from the basic information.

2020 Honda CB Shine SP Drum CBS price was Rs 65,579 before being discontinued in India. Available in different color options Pearl Siren Blue, Black, Geny Grey Metallic, Athletic Blue Metallic and Imperial Red Metallic.