Can the CB-Shine 125 prove why it is still so popular contender in the 125cc commuter space? Read on to find out.
The Honda CB-Shine 125 does not need an introduction. It is one of the oldest contenders in the 125cc segment that gets a peppy engine and offers a superior ride and handling. The Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is a sporty offering in the 125cc commuter segment that shares its design language with the more powerful NS 160 and NS200. The NS 125 offers slightly better power and torque figures than the CB-Shine.
But can the NS 125 translate all that additional power and torque into real-life performance? We are here to find that out.
In this video Youtuber UP65 RACERS drag races the mid-spec Honda CB-Shine BS6 against the Baja Pulsar NS 125. Who do you think shall win this drag race battle?
The Contenders
We have covered all the details of this exciting 125cc commuter drag race here. Swipe up to read more.
The Honda CB-Shine 125 features a 124 cc, air-cooled, four-Stroke engine. The engine paired to a four-speed gearbox produces about 10.74 PS of peak power at 7,500 rpm and 11 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 rpm.
Powering the most affordable NS is a 124.45cc single-cylinder air-cooled motor that makes 12PS of peak power at 8,500 rpm and 11Nm of peak torque at 7,000. The engine is paired to a five-speed gearbox.
Honda CB-Shine 125 VS Bajaj Pulsar NS 125: Drag Race Battle
Round one
The Pulsar NS 125 on the other hand is the latest contender from Bajaj and it promises to offer a sporty ride and handling
Both the riders set off on the mark of three horns. The Honda CB-Shine 125 and the Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 went head to head at the start of round one. But the NS 125 slowly picked up the pace mid-race.
The Honda CB-Shine 125 gave the rival a hard time in the first round of this drag race battle, and the Pulsar NS 125 won the first round by a whisker.
Round two
The Pulsar NS 125 offers more power and torque than its rival on paper
The riders decided to swap their bikes before the second round to keep things fair.
The riders set off again on the mark of three horns for round two. The CB-Shine takes the lead this time and leaves its rival behind. The Bajaj NS 125 manages to take the first spot mid-race. From there on, the impressive top-end performance of the NS 125 helped it win the second round of this drag race.
Conclusion
The Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is the winner of this drag race battle.
The Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 won this battle, but the Honda CB-Shine 125 won our hearts with its impressive performance.
The CB-Shine 125 beats the NS 125 with its initial performance and strong mid-range. But the additional power and spectacular top-end performance helped the NS 125 win this drag race battle.
Disclaimer **This video is for entertainment purposes only. TopSpeed India does not endorse or encourage racing on public roads.
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