Commuters hunting for an everyday runabout with genuine rough-road manners just got an intriguing new option. Honda pulled the wraps off the ADV125 in Milan ahead of the EICMA 2026 show, expanding its adventure scooter lineage into the entry displacement bracket. It takes the battle-tested profile of the larger X-ADV and ADV350 and scales it down for riders navigating congested city streets and broken tarmac alike.
Power comes from a 125cc, single-cylinder eSP+ engine mated to a twist-and-go automatic transmission. The motor pushes out 12.32hp of peak power and 11.7Nm of torque. That output yields a claimed top speed of 97 km/h—plenty for ring roads and arterial expressways. Efficiency remains the headline metric: the scooter posts 47.6 km/L on the WMTC testing cycle. Backed by an 8.1-litre fuel cell, riders can expect to stretch roughly 385 kilometres between refills. That endurance will easily carry typical office commuters through two weeks without a trip to the fuel pump.
To handle potholes and unpaved detours, Honda engineered actual clearance into the platform. Ground clearance stands at 165mm, supported by long-travel suspension and semi-knobby dual-purpose tyres. Yet the saddle sits at an accessible 780mm, keeping feet planted at traffic stops. Wind buffeting on faster bypasses meets its match in a 5-position adjustable windscreen offering 75mm of vertical travel.
| Specification | Detail / Dimension |
|---|---|
| Engine | 125cc single-cylinder eSP+ |
| Max Power / Torque | 12.32hp / 11.7Nm |
| Claimed Top Speed | 97 km/h |
| Fuel Economy (WMTC) | 47.6 km/L |
| Fuel Tank / Range | 8.1 litres / ~385 km |
| Ground Clearance / Seat Height | 165mm / 780mm |
| Storage Capacity | 29L (under-seat) + 2L (front) |
Practicality remains front and centre. Underneath the hinged seat lies a 29-litre storage tub—deep enough to swallow a full-face helmet—paired with an accessible 2-litre glovebox up front. The cockpit features a 5-inch full-colour TFT instrument console with Honda RoadSync smartphone pairing. Factory kit includes keyless Smart Key ignition, Start & Stop idling tech, a USB Type-C charging port, and switchable Honda Selectable Torque Control to arrest rear-wheel slippage on slick roads.
Honda will offer the ADV125 in four colour schemes alongside an optional accessory catalogue spanning a 40-litre Smart Top Box, heated handlebar grips, and a dedicated alarm system. Company officials have not confirmed pricing or whether the scooter will make its way to Indian showrooms.