TVS
TVS Raider 125
The 125 that looks and rides like a 150.
In short
The TVS Raider 125 packs a punchy 11.2 bhp oil-cooled engine, a monoshock, a front disc and a colour TFT console into a commuter price, making it the sportiest bike under ₹1 lakh.
- Engine
- 125 cc
- Power
- 11.2 bhp
- Claimed mileage
- 56 kmpl
- Kerb weight
- 123 kg
What works
- Quickest 125 in a straight line
- Monoshock and fat rear tyre make it the best handler here
- Eco and Power modes, TFT console on SX
- 180 mm ground clearance shrugs off bad roads
What doesn't
- Mileage drops to the mid-40s if you use Power mode
- Split seat is small for a pillion
- Slightly more vibration than the Honda Shine
Best for: Young riders, Style on a budget, Mixed city and highway
Price and variants
Ex-showroom Delhi. On-road estimate for Delhi; other cities on the price page.
Ex-showroom Delhi, the Raider 125 range runs from ₹87,000 (Drum) to ₹1,01,000 (SX (TFT + Bluetooth)) across 3 variants. The extra ₹14,000 buys 5-inch tft, navigation and voice assist.
That makes it priced 16th lowest among the 21 commuter bikes we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the Glamour (₹1,998 less) and the Super Splendor Xtec (₹3,072 less).
On the road in Delhi, budget about ₹1 Lakh for the base variant once 8% Delhi road tax, registration and five-year third-party insurance are added. Dealers often quote higher by bundling accessories, extended warranty and handling charges; all three are negotiable.
| Variant | Ex-showroom | Rough EMI |
|---|---|---|
Drum Digital console · Ride modes | ₹87,000 | |
Disc 240 mm front disc · Digital console | ₹95,000 | |
SX (TFT + Bluetooth) 5-inch TFT · Navigation · Voice assist | ₹1,01,000 |
Mileage
Expect 45–55 kmpl from the Raider 125 in everyday use against a claimed mileage of 56 kmpl. The 11% gap is smaller than most rivals manage.
Among the 21 commuter bikes we have reviewed it ranks 18th for mileage, 9 kmpl below the group average of 65 kmpl.
Engine and ride
Power comes from a 125cc single producing 11.2 bhp and 11.2 Nm, paired with a 5-speed. At 123 kg the power-to-weight figure is 91 bhp per tonne, which ranks 4 of 21 in its class here.
The torque and power figures are well balanced, so it neither needs to be revved hard nor feels lazy when you do.
Chassis hardware includes a rear monoshock and a combi-brake system, with a 240 mm disc / 130 mm drum up front and 130 mm drum at the rear.
Seat height is a low 780 mm, so riders around 5'2" and above can plant both feet at a stop.
Our review
Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.
Verdict
The Raider is what happens when a company decides a commuter does not have to be boring. It is the most fun 125 on sale and it costs less than some scooters.
Riding it every day
The 124.8cc three-valve engine is oil-cooled and makes 11.2 bhp, which does not sound like much until you ride it back to back with a Shine. It pulls harder from 40 km/h, revs cleaner, and the short first three gears make it genuinely quick to 60. Power mode sharpens throttle response; Eco mode dulls it for mileage. Most owners report 50–55 kmpl in Eco and around 45 in Power.
The monoshock rear and 17-inch wheels are the real differentiator. The Raider takes corners and speed breakers with a composure that no twin-shock 125 matches, and the 180 mm ground clearance is the highest in its class.
What to know before buying
The split seat looks great and is poor for a pillion; the pillion perch is small and high. If you regularly carry someone, the Shine is more practical. The SX variant's 5-inch TFT with turn-by-turn navigation is a nice-to-have, not a must; the Disc variant is the value sweet spot.
Who should buy it
Solo riders under 30 who want something that looks like a 160 at a 125 price, and anyone whose commute includes bad roads.
Features and colours
- Front disc brake
- Digital console
- Colour TFT console
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Ride modes
- Rear monoshock
- Combi-brake (CBS)
- Alloy wheels
- Tubeless tyres
- +3 more
On safety kit the Raider 125 has front disc brake, combi-brake (cbs), tubeless tyres and side-stand engine cut-off. There is no ABS, which is legal at this engine size but worth knowing before a wet-weather ride.
Against Shine 125 or Pulsar N160, it gets colour tft console, turn-by-turn navigation and ride modes that most rivals skip.
What it lacks: dual-channel abs, single-channel abs and usd front forks, which rivals at this price offer. The safety items in that list matter more than the console.
It is offered in 5 colours: Metallic Gloss Black, Pearl White, Fiery Yellow, Techno Blue and Panther Black. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.
Warranty, service and ownership
Standard warranty is 5 years or 75,000 km. After the free services, the recommended interval is every 5,000 km.
Service reach is good: TVS has about 4,500 dealer and workshop touchpoints across the country.
On sale since 2021, the Raider 125 is established enough that early production issues have been worked through and used examples give a fair read on resale.
Raider 125: questions people ask
- What is the price of the TVS Raider 125?
- The Raider 125 costs between ₹87,000 and ₹1,01,000 ex-showroom Delhi across 3 variants, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance and varies by state.
- What is the on-road price of the Raider 125 in Delhi?
- Roughly ₹1 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹87,000 ex-showroom plus ₹6,960 road tax, ₹1,100 registration and about ₹5,421 insurance. This is an estimate; dealer quotes include handling and accessories.
- What is the mileage of the Raider 125?
- Claimed mileage is 56 kmpl. Owners typically see 45–55 kmpl in mixed city and highway riding.
- How much does the Raider 125 cost to run per month?
- Fuel works out to about ₹1.90 per km in Delhi, so a 30 km daily commute costs roughly ₹1,479 a month before servicing.
- What is the EMI for the Raider 125?
- With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹2,760 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.
- What is the engine capacity and power of the Raider 125?
- It uses a 125cc engine producing 11.2 bhp and 11.2 Nm, with a 5-speed.
- Is the Raider 125 suitable for short riders?
- Yes. Seat height is 780 mm, low for the class, so riders around 5'2" and above can reach the ground comfortably.
- Raider 125 or Shine 125: which is better?
- The Shine 125 is ₹5,000 less expensive to start and less efficient at 55 kmpl against 56 kmpl. Pick the Raider 125 for young riders, the Shine 125 for refined daily commuting. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
- Which bikes are cheaper than the Raider 125?
- Among the 21 commuter bikes we have reviewed, the Splendor Plus (₹75,500), the Shine 125 (₹82,000), the HF Deluxe (₹58,688) start lower.
- How much does mileage really drop if I ride the Raider 125 in Power mode all the time?
- Expect it to fall from the mid-50s claimed to around 42–45 kmpl in daily use if you stay in Power mode and use the top end often. Switching to Eco mode for routine commuting gets you back closer to the 50s.
- Is the SX variant's TFT screen readable in direct sunlight?
- Yes, it holds up reasonably well outdoors with auto brightness, though like most TFT units it dims a touch compared to a simple LCD on the harshest afternoon glare. It is still the most legible console in this price band.
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