Honda celebrates 25 years of Activa with special Anniversary Editions for Activa 110, Activa 125, and SP125 models.
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has marked its 25-year presence in India with the launch of special anniversary editions of the Activa 110, Activa 125, and SP125. The new models, priced at ₹1,02,516, ₹97,270, and ₹92,565 (ex-showroom, Delhi) respectively, offer a blend of nostalgic design elements and updated technology.
History and Evolution
The Honda Activa 110, first introduced in 2001, was a game-changer in the Indian two-wheeler market with its gearless transmission, simplicity, and ease of riding. The Activa 2G, launched in 2009, upgraded the engine to 109.2 cc and added modern features like a combi-brake system, cementing the Activa's position as the market leader. The Activa 125 and SP125 are recent successful models by HMSI, with the SP125 establishing itself among the most successful 125cc motorcycles in recent years.
Key Features of the 25th Anniversary Editions (2025)
| Model | Engine & Performance | Design & Special Features | Additional Features | |-----------------|----------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------| | Activa 110 | 109.51 cc single-cylinder, PGM-Fi, OBD2B-compliant | Exclusive 25-year anniversary graphics and logo, black chrome front finish, pyrite brown metallic alloy wheels, cafe-brown/black seat options | Fully LED headlamp, 4.2-inch TFT display, USB Type-C charging port, Honda Combined Braking System (CBS), side-stand engine cut-off, tubeless tyres[1] | | Activa 125 | (Similar upgraded 125 cc engine, PGM-Fi) | Special 25th anniversary graphics and decals to mark Honda’s milestone[1][4] | Expected to feature modern tech similar to Activa 110 anniversary edition[1] | | SP125 | 124.73 cc single-cylinder, PGM-Fi | Exclusive anniversary styling and commemorative design touches marking 25 years in India[1][4] | Sporty design and combi-brake system, popular as a 125cc motorcycle[1] |
Summary
The Activa 110 remains an entry-level scooter aimed at reliability, comfort, and fuel efficiency for daily urban commuters, now with a modern display and connectivity features. The Activa 125 and SP125 commemorate Honda’s 25-year journey in India with exclusive styling and improved engine technology. These special editions highlight Honda’s long-standing popularity and dominance in the Indian scooter and motorcycle markets, combining nostalgic design elements with updated technology[1][2][4].
This launch aligns with Honda India's milestone of producing 7 crore two-wheelers and marks Honda's sustained influence on the Indian two-wheeler ecosystem since 2001[1]. The Honda Activa 125 Anniversary Edition is powered by a 123.92 cc single-cylinder PGM-Fi OBD2B compliant engine. The 25-year Anniversary Edition models of Honda Activa 110 and Activa 125 have exclusive anniversary graphics on body panels and a 25-year Anniversary logo on the front apron. The SP125 Anniversary Edition has special anniversary graphics, a commemorative logo on the fuel tank, pyrite brown metallic finished alloy wheels, and updated color accents. The Honda Activa 125 Anniversary Edition has alloy wheels finished in a striking pyrite brown metallic color and seats with a black finish.
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has also hinted towards a focus on the mass motorcycle market, as indicated by the Shine 100 DX and CB125 Hornet. The Honda Activa 7G is an upcoming model from HMSI. The Honda Activa 110 Anniversary Edition has a sleek black chrome finish at the front and alloy wheels finished in a striking pyrite brown metallic color. Feature highlights include a fully LED headlamp, a 4.2-inch TFT display, and a USB Type-C charging port. Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India launched the Honda Activa 25th Anniversary Edition in 2023. Other models offered by HMSI include the Honda Activa E, Activa 6G, SP 125, CD 110 Dream, and more.
[1] Source: Honda Press Release
[2] Source: Honda Activa History
[3] Source: Honda Activa 125 Launch
[4] Source: Honda SP125 Launch
In the realm of Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India's expansive portfolio, the special 25th Anniversary Editions of the Activa 110, Activa 125, and SP125 not only celebrate Honda's storied history in the Indian scooter market but also delve into home-and-garden territory with exclusive anniversary graphics and finishes that reflect the brand's growth and evolution over the past 25 years. Additionally, these commemorative scooters align with Honda's ongoing pursuits in the car-maintenance and electric-vehicles sectors, as hinted by their focus on improved engine technology, modern features, and connectivity options, encapsulating a seamless blend of lifestyle, home-and-garden, cars, car-maintenance, and electric-vehicles.
