Maestro Edge 125 vs Activa 125 Full Comparison| Similar vs Different? Which is Better for you?

Maestro Edge 125 vs Activa 125 Similar vs Different?

Hero Maestro and Honda Activa have been rivals for a long time. Today Hero MotoCorp has launched the new Maestro Edge 125. At the same time, Honda has also launched Activa 125. So let us know the difference between the two as well as the similarities between the two.
Similar features are shown in green font and different features are shown in red font.

 

Hero New Maestro Edge 125		Honda Activa 125
Engine
Displacement	124.6 cc	124 cc
Type	Air cooled, 4-stroke, SI Engine	Fan Cooled, 4 Stroke, SI Engine
Max Power	6.7 kW (9 bhp) @ 7000 RPM	6.10 kW @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque	10.4 Nm @ 5500 RPM	10.3 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Fuel System	Fuel Injection (FI)	SI Engine
Bore x Stroke	52.4 x 57.8 mm	50.0 x 63.1 mm
Compression Ratio	9.9:1	10.0±0.2
Starting	Self-Start / Kick Start	Self-Start / Kick Start

From the specifications of the engine of Maestro Edge 125 vs Activa 125, you can see the difference between both the scooters. The engine of any vehicle is its heart and it is not possible to live without a heart.
No matter how many features are given in a vehicle, but if the engine is not right then nothing matters. If you look at the engine displacement or Max Power, Bore & Stroke, or Max Torque, our winner in all these four features is the new Maestro Edge 125.

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Hero New Maestro Edge 125		Honda Activa 125
Frame and Suspension
Clutch	Dry, Centrifugal	Automatic
Gear box	Variomatic Drive	N/A
Front Suspension	Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorber	Telescopic
Rear Suspension	Unit Swing with Spring Loaded Hydraulic Damper	3-Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic

In New Maestro Edge 125 vs Activa 125 comparison, Talking about the chassis and suspension, the new Maestro Edge 125 vs Activa 125 comes with a Tay in both vehicles. both are good in their place.

Hero New Maestro Edge 125		Honda Activa 125
Brakes and Tyres
Front Brake Disc	190 mm	190mm
Front Brake Drum	130 mm	130 mm
Rear Brake Drum & Disc	130 mm	130 mm
Front Tyre	80/100 – 18 (Tubeless)	90/90-12 54J (Tubeless)
Rear Tyre	100/80 – 18 (Tubeless)	90/100-10 53J (Tubeless)

Above given Specifications of New Maestro Edge 125 Vs Activa 125, the brakes of both the vehicles are identical, be it the drum brake variant or the disc brake variant. If we talk about tyres, then tubeless tires have been given in both vehicles, but the measurement of tires of both scooters is slightly different.

If we talk about Hero Maestro Edge 125, its front tyre is slightly smaller than Honda Activa 125. Although there isn’t much difference between 80/100 – 18 and 90/90-12 54J, 90/90-12 54J is a bit better.

Same if we talk about rear tyres; 100/80 – 18 tires are slightly bigger and better than 90/100-10 53J tires. In this, you will find more grip on the road.
Hence the New Maestro Edge 125 vs Activa 125’s point Tay of both the scooters in the tire and brakes sections also.

Hero New Maestro Edge 125		Honda Activa 125
Electricals & Dimensions
Length	1843 mm	1850mm
Width	718 mm (Disc) | 715mm (Drum)	707mm
Height	1139 mm	1170mm
Saddle Seat	793 mm	712mm
Wheelbase	1261 mm	1260mm
Ground Clearance	155 mm	169mm
Kerb Weight	Disc Brake 122 Kg | Drum Brake 111 Kg	111kg
Battery	12V-4Ah ETZ5 MF Battery	5Ah
Fuel Tank Capacity	5 Litre	5.3L

If we talk about the new Maestro Edge 125 vs Activa 125 length and width, then there is not much difference between the two, and the utility also makes a difference in your everyday riding. But if we talk about the height, then the height of Honda Activa 125 is 1170 mm, and the seat height is 712 mm, Which remains quite suitable for a person of small height.

Scooters are used mainly by women whose average height is 5 feet. For them, the Honda Activa 125 will be more comfortable. However, the height of Maestro Edge 125 is not that high. There is a very slight difference between the two.

Apart from this, both the wheelbase and weight, and fuel capacity are almost identical. Honda Activa is slightly better in ground clearance. High breakers on the roads will not cause any damage to your vehicle.

If we talk about the battery section, the clear winner is the Honda Activa 125, as you get a 5 Ah battery.
The most significant difference is the body material, in which the clear winner Honda Activa 125 gets a metal body while the Maestro Edge 125 gets a fibber body.
Body material plays a significant role in vehicles. The metal body provides more strength and is also durable. If you live in Ruler Area and the road is a bit bad in your place, then in that condition, the fiber body, especially the visor, gets loose and sound starts coming from it. That’s why Honda Activa 125 is the winner in terms of body.

Final Conclusion

If we talk about Edge 125 vs Activa 125, there is not much difference between both the scooters. It depends on each person’s need and requirement that which scooter they have liked.

If a person wants a strong body, short height scooter, Honda brand, good battery, and plain color option, he can go with Honda Activa 125.

Suppose a person wants good power, torque, a strong engine with 5 years warranty without any extra cost and the latest technology like live tracking, trip analysis, Bluetooth connectivity, navigation assist, etc. In that case, he should go with the new Maestro Edge 125.

If you live in urban cities, then you will not have any problem with fiber bodies.
By the way, If you compare with Maestro Edge 125 vs Activa 125 then you get some features in both the scooters like real-time mileage indicator, LED lights, key combination lock, side stand engine cut-off, and external fuel fillers.

Lastly, if you want to know my opinion on hero maestro edge 125 vs activa 125, I like both the scooters, but my personal choice would be Hero Maestro Edge 125. Because of some extra features and the power and torque, I am inclined towards the new Maestro Edge 125. But if it had a metal body, it would have been a perfect scooty.

Honda Activa is no less. It is the best scooter for the ruler area as it comes with a metal body, a sturdier body, and a digital meter.

I hope You like our comparison with Hero Maestro Edge 125 vs Activa 125, You will be able to understand your requirements and choose the scooter that you need. If you have any questions, then you can ask in the comment section. We will try our best to solve your problem.