Walk into any bike market in Pakistan and two names come up in almost every conversation: the Honda CD 70 and the Honda CG 125. They are so popular that, in recent used-bike sales data, no other model even made the top 20. So which one should you buy? Here is what the latest numbers show, and a simple way to decide.
The data: Honda owns the used-bike market
PakWheels analysed used-bike sales on its platform between May and August 2026. Every single one of the top 20 best-selling bikes was either a CG 125 or a CD 70:
- Honda CG 125: 813 sales, or 50.6% of the top 20
- Honda CD 70: 795 sales, or 49.4% of the top 20
The single best-selling bike was the 2025 CG 125 with 169 units, followed by the 2026 CG 125 with 161 units and the 2025 CD 70 with 126 units. Models from 2024, 2025 and 2026 together made up nearly 46% of those sales, so buyers clearly like newer bikes. Yet older bikes, including 2016 to 2018 models, still appear in the top 20, which PakWheels calls the strongest sign of resale strength.
Please note: these figures come from one listing platform. They show what sells on that platform, not nationwide sales or registrations.
Honda CD 70: the economical everyday commuter
The CD 70 has a small engine of about 72cc and is built for daily city riding. Used-bike buyers say they care most about cheap maintenance, easy availability of spare parts and good resale value, and the CD 70 delivers on all three. PakWheels describes it as the familiar commuter that is economical to run, cheap to maintain and easy to sell again.
It suits you if: you ride to school, college, shop or office every day, you want the lowest running cost, or this is your first bike.
Honda CG 125: more power and road presence
The CG 125 belongs to the 125cc class. It gives you stronger pickup and a more confident feel on the road without giving up the easy parts and strong resale that made Honda popular. The trade-off is a higher purchase price and, usually, higher fuel use than a smaller engine.
It suits you if: you cover longer distances, ride on highways, often carry a passenger, or simply want a bit more performance.
Quick comparison
| Honda CD 70 | Honda CG 125 | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine size | About 72cc | About 125cc |
| Share of top-20 used sales (May to Aug 2026) | 49.4% | 50.6% |
| Best for | Daily city commuting, low running cost | Longer rides, highways, riding with a passenger |
| Main strength | Cheap to run and maintain | More performance, strong resale |
What matters more than the model
Whichever bike you choose, the condition of that particular bike matters more than the name on the tank. Always check the papers, match the engine and chassis numbers, take a proper test ride and ask for the service history. Never pay in full until the ownership transfer papers are signed and in your hands.
How to decide
- Look at your daily distance. Short city trips point to the CD 70. Longer or highway trips point to the CG 125.
- Set your budget first. A well-kept bike that is two or three years old can be better value than a brand-new one.
- Think about resale. Both bikes resell easily, so you can buy with confidence either way.
Prices of both bikes move with the market, so compare current listings in your city before you negotiate. You can browse Honda bikes for sale on Biekar right now.
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