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    Honda Fireblade SP and Rebel 500 Removed From Website – Discontinued?

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    Honda Fireblade SP and Rebel 500 Discontinued?Since there is no official notification, it is unclear why the two bikes have been removed from Honda’s website
    Honda had launched the Rebel 500 in India earlier this year in May at a starting price of Rs 5.12 lakh. This was the first time the Rebel 500 was introduced in the Indian market. In comparison, versions of Honda CBR1000RR-R have been available in India for several years. The latest model, Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP, was reintroduced in India in September 2025. Interestingly, both bikes have now been removed from Honda’s website. Let’s check out the details.
    Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP, Rebel 500 removed from website
    It is not clear why exactly Honda has removed the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP and Rebel 500 from its website. One possibility is that these bikes were available in limited numbers for the Indian market. This is often the strategy used for premium bikes that are imported as completely built units (CBUs). These are imported in batches and may face an out-of-stock situation in case all available units are already booked.
    In this situation, the OEM may choose to temporarily remove such products from their website. It is possible that the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP and Rebel 500 have been removed from the website, as the available units may be sold out. In that case, the bikes may reappear, as and when the stocks are replenished. However, there is no official confirmation.
    Honda CB1000RR-R Fireblade SP
    There could be some technical reasons too or supply chain issues that may have prompted the removal of CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP and Rebel 500. Earlier this month, Honda had also removed the CB300R from its website. In this case also, it is not clear if the bike has been discontinued or a new version is being planned. Low sales could also be a reason for the discontinuation of Honda CB300R.
    Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP, Rebel 500 – Performance, specs
    Powering the Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP is a 999cc, liquid-cooled inline-four engine that generates 215 hp and 113 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed gearbox and equipped with a bi-directional quickshifter and ride-by-wire throttle. The bike utilizes a lightweight aluminium diamond frame, which helps enhance the bike’s power-to-weight ratio.
    Users can access a wide range of electronic rider aids such as a six-axis IMU. It has functions such as launch control, wheelie control and multi-level traction control. Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP utilizes Brembo Stylema callipers and Ohlins suspension at the front and rear. The bike rivals the likes of Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R and BMW S 1000 RR.
    Honda Rebel 500
    Honda Rebel 500 gets power from a 471cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 8-valve, parallel twin-cylinder engine. It generates 45.60 hp and 43.3 Nm of torque and is paired with a 6-speed gearbox. The bike has telescopic front forks and Showa dual shock absorbers at the rear. Braking setup comprises 296 mm and 240 mm disc brakes at the front and rear, respectively. Dual-channel ABS is offered as standard.
    With a seat height of just 690 mm, the Honda Rebel 500 is designed for optimal control and handling. It can be easy to manoeuvre even at slow speeds. In the Indian market, Honda Rebel 500 competed with the likes of Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 and Kawasaki Vulcan S. More

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      Honda CB1000 Hornet SP Recalled in India – Free Fix from January 2026

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      Honda CB1000 Hornet SP
      Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has announced a voluntary market recall campaign for select units of its premium CB1000 Hornet SP. The recall aligns with a global service action and affects motorcycles manufactured in 2025.
      What’s the Issue?
      According to Honda, excessive radiant heat from the exhaust system may soften the painted seat surface, which can indirectly cause the gear change pedal pivot bolt to loosen over time and potentially fall off. If this happens, riders may experience difficulty or inability to shift gears—a safety concern especially during high-speed or urban riding.
      Free Repair From January 2026
      As a precaution, Honda will inspect and replace the affected parts free of cost, irrespective of the motorcycle’s warranty status. The recall work will be carried out exclusively at Honda BigWing Topline dealerships across India starting January 2026. Honda says this proactive move reinforces the brand’s focus on customer trust, safety and ownership experience.
      How Owners Can Check if Their CB1000 Hornet SP Is Affected
      Honda and its BigWing dealers will contact customers via call, email and SMS starting today. Additionally, owners can check their VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on Honda’s official website. To avoid delays at dealerships, Honda advises customers to book their service appointment in advance.
      Honda CB750 Hornet packs a 755cc inline twin-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that delivers 90.5 bhp and 75 Nm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox and slipper clutch, along with four riding modes — Sport, Standard, Rain and User. Sitting above it, the flagship Honda CB1000 Hornet SP uses a 999cc inline four-cylinder motor producing 155 bhp and 107 Nm, equipped with a slipper clutch, bi-directional quick-shifter, Honda Selectable Torque Control and five riding modes for a more performance-oriented setup. The CB1000 Hornet SP was launched in May this year, when it was priced at Rs 12.36 lakh (ex-showroom) in India. More

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      Honda CB300R De-Listed From Website – Discontinued?

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      Honda CB300RHonda Motorcycles and Scooters India has a vast portfolio in the country. At the premium end of this portfolio within the single-cylinder offerings, we had CB300R, a neo retro motorcycle. CB300R was first launched all the way back in February 2019, marking a new journey for CB lineup in India.
      Fast-forwarding to October 2025, Honda seems to be pulling the plug on this motorcycle. It was recently de-listed from the company’s official website suggesting a discontinuation. Will there be an updated version of CB300R? Or was it the last of premium 300cc single-cylinder offerings from Honda? Let’s take a closer look.
      Honda CB300R
      Honda CB300R Discontinued
      CB300R from Honda has had quite a journey in India. It was first launched in February 2019 for a price tag of Rs 2.41 lakh (Ex-sh) via the CKD route. It was discontinued in July 2020 and a new BS6 model was awaited. It was then re-launched in India in January 2022 with more localised components and a few updates for a price tag of Rs 2.77 lakh (Ex-sh).
      In October 2023, Honda slashed the prices of CB300R to Rs 2.4 lakh (Ex-sh), down by Rs 37k, making it more appealing to buyers. Last month, the GST 2.0 revisions made CB300R even more appealing by bringing the price down to Rs 2.19 lakh (Ex-sh), down by as much as Rs 21k.
      Honda CB300R
      Despite the price revisions, CB300R remained as one of the company’s least-selling vehicles. Which could have led to a potential discontinuation of CB300R in October 2025. The main strength of CB300R was its weight. Or the lack thereof. It weighed 146 kg, while packing around 32 PS of peak power from its 286cc single-cyl liquid-cooled engine.
      Will it make a comeback?
      We sure hope so, given the seesaw moments CB300R has had in our market. With latest GST 2.0 revisions benefitting motorcycles under 350cc, there is huge potential if Honda packages CB300R better. The model discontinued (potentially), lacked a modern TFT instrumentation with Bluetooth and Navigation, Type-C ports and other features.
      New Honda Roadster Patented
      There is a new neo-retro premium motorcycle has been patented in India and we wish it is the next CB300R packed with premium features. USD telescopic front forks, disc brakes at both ends with dual-channel ABS, fat and sticky tyres, a new TFT screen with a host of features, and more, could be part of the package. More

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      Honda 2W Sales Oct 2025 at 6.50 Lakh Units – YoY and MoM Growth

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      New Honda Activa – Vlogger Satyam GuptaHonda Two Wheeler sales grew significantly on YoY and MoM sales in Oct 2025, though YTD sales fell into the red
      Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) have reported strong sales in October 2025. Sales grew both in domestic and export markets on a YoY basis. However, even as the company has seen stronger MoM growth, its exports declined sharply. The Honda Activa scooter range, that comprising the Activa 110, Activa 125 and Activa-i, achieved a significant milestone crossing the 35 million unit sales mark.
      Honda Sales Oct 2025 – YoY Vs MoM
      Honda sales improved by 8.85% YoY and by 14.51% on a MoM basis to a total of 6,50,596 units. This included both domestic sales and exports which had stood at 5,97,711 units in Oct 2024. There had been 5,68,164 units sold in Sept 2025. This growth was supported by strong festive demand and improved market sentiment in view of recent GST rate revisions that came into effect from 22nd Sept 2025.
      Honda 2W Sales Oct 2025 and YTD
      Domestic YoY sales were up 8.29% YoY to 5,98,952 units from 5,53,120 units sold in Oct 2024. It related to a 45,832 unit volume increase. With a strong focus on export markets, global demand too ended positively with a 15.82% YoY rise to 51,644 units in the past month from 44,591 units shipped in the same month last year. MoM sales also surged in domestic markets by 18.44% to 5,98,952 units from 5,05,693 units. However, exports fell sharply by 17.33% when compared to 62,471 units of Sept 2025.
      Honda 2W YTD Sales April – Oct 2025
      For the year to date (YRD) period April to October 2025, Honda two wheeler sales declined. Sales fell by 4.54% in domestic markets to 32,78,451 units, down by 1,56,088 units from 34,34,539 units sold in the same period of 2024. Exports on the other hand received more positive attention with a 12.94% rise in shipments to 3,63,161 units in the 7 month period. This was a volume increase of 41,612 units over 3,21,549 units exported in the April to Oct 2024 period. Total YTD sales thus declined by 3.05% to 36,41,612 units from 37,56,088 units.
      Road Safety and CSR Initiatives
      In Oct 2025, HMSI remained committed to its Road Safety initiatives that the company has been conducting on a regular basis. It celebrated the 8th anniversary of Traffic Training Park in Karnal, Haryana and 5th anniversary of its Safety Driving Education Centre (SDEC) in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
      The company also held a Road Safety Convention in Jabalpur encouraging principals and teachers to build road safety awareness among school children from an early age. In view of a collision-free society by 2050, Honda India Foundation (HIF) also handed over 200 specially equipped Quick Response Team (QRT) vehicles to Chandigarh, Rajasthan and Karnataka Police as part of its ‘Sadak Sahayak: Surakshit Marg, Surakshit Jiwan’ project. More

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      Honda Activa Achieves 35 Million Sales Milestone – India’s #1 Scooter

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      Honda Activa Achieves 35 Million MilestoneSeveral factors such as reliability, fuel efficiency and practicality have ensured consistently high sales for Honda Activa
      Introduced in India in 2001, Honda Activa has achieved various milestones over the years. The latest record is cumulative sales of 35 million units, comprising the Activa 110, Activa 125 and the Activa-i. This makes the Honda Activa India’s best-selling scooter ever. Let’s get more details on this riveting journey.
      Honda Activa achieves 35 million sales milestone
      It took around 14 years for Honda Activa to reach the 10 million sales milestone. This was achieved in 2015. The next 10 million sales came in just three years in 2018. And now, in 2025, Activa sales have reached the 35-million mark. Activa remains to be the top selling Honda two-wheeler vehicle in India, contributing more than 50% to the brand’s overall sales.
      Honda Activa became popular, as it revolutionized urban mobility with its gearless design. Activa became synonymous with reliability and durability, making it the preferred choice among the masses. The scooter has a simple, yet elegant and practical design that suits everyday needs. Unlike entry-level commuter motorcycles that are mostly used by men, Honda Activa is preferred by a wide range of users regardless of their gender or age.
      There are various other factors that have made Activa a bestseller. For example, Activa generally has low maintenance and replacement parts are easily available. The scooter has strong build quality, ensuring a hassle-free experience for years. With regular servicing, Honda Activa delivers reliable performance without any issues. Honda’s large dealer network and reliable after-sales services have also contributed to Activa’s popularity.
      Honda Activa Features
      Honda has also introduced updates for Activa at regular intervals, in line with industry trends and evolving consumer expectations. Some of the key updates introduced over the years include the combi-brake system, Honda Eco Technology (HET), LED headlamp, digital console, fuel injection (PGM-Fi), eSP, Bluetooth connectivity, smart key with H-Smart technology, TFT screen, USB Type-C charging port and Honda Road Sync connectivity suite.
      Electric Activa holds potential
      With the EV segment registering strong growth, Honda had introduced the Activa electric earlier this year in January. Activa e: is backed by the advanced e-Swap technology, which eliminates the wait time for battery recharge. Users can swap the discharged battery with a fully charged battery in under a minute.
      e-Swap technology also reduces the upfront cost of the electric scooter. Activa electric is currently available at select locations such as Delhi, Haryana, Karnataka and Maharashtra. As more states are covered, Activa electric sales could witness strong growth. Honda Activa e: has two 1.55 kWh lithium-ion battery packs with IP65 rating.
      Honda Activa e
      Power is supplied to a 6 kW (8.16 PS) electric motor. The scooter has a range of 102 km and top speed of 80 km/h. 0 to 60 km/h is achievable in 7.3 seconds. In comparison, the petrol-powered Activa 110 has a 109.51 cc engine. It generates 8 PS and 9.05 Nm of torque. Activa 125 gets power from a 123.92 cc engine that generates 8.4 PS and 10.5 Nm of torque. More

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      Honda EV Outlier Concept Unveiled – Shows Future Bike Designs

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      Honda EV Outlier Concept Unveiled (Right)At the ongoing Japan Mobility Show 2025, Honda Motor Co showcased a multitude of concepts and prototypes for vehicles designed to go on land, sea, skies and even outer space (we kid you not). While the 0 Alpha Concept and Super-One Prototype are pretty interesting, Honda’s EV Outlier Concept stands out for all the good reasons. Let’s take a closer look.
      Honda EV Outlier Concept
      If you are wondering what Honda EV Outlier Concept is, it is a preview of Honda’s design direction for motorcycles beyond 2030 calendar year. EV Outlier Concept umbrella is Honda’s take on a futuristic electric motorcycle and it might spawn a production-spec version as soon as 2030. It looks like it came right out of a Cyberpunk world.
      EV Outlier Concept Unveiled, EV Urban Concept Showcased
      EV Outlier Concept seems to be a continuation of two other electric mobility concepts showcased by Honda at 2024 EICMA Show last year. These are called EV Fun Concept and EV Urban Concept, where the former is an electric street fighter and latter is an electric scooter. EV Urban Concept was showcased alongside EV Outlier Concept as well.
      As the name suggests, EV Outlier Concept, is much more, well, outlandish than the two concepts showcased last year. It is a long motorcycle with an outlandishly long wheelbase. It features a futuristic mainframe which looks like a monocoque perimeter. Interestingly, it features a single-seat that gets back and lateral supports as well.
      EV Outlier Concept Unveiled
      Behind this seat is a giant LED tail light signature. At the front, we have a transparent body panel that covers headlight and front forks for maximum aerodynamics. There seems to be rear view cameras on this concept that are projecting feed on a giant horizontal instrument cluster.
      In-Wheel Motors for Design Freedom
      With EV Outlier Concept, Honda has crammed two electric motors. However, they are both integrated into the massive wheels. One motor on one wheel for dual-motor AWD setup. Because motors are integrated into its wheels, Honda has liberated a lot of space under the frame to incorporate as much battery as they physically can along with sophisticated components.
      EV Outlier Concept Unveiled, EV Urban Concept Showcased
      We have massive single disc brake setup at both ends. Because this is not a conventional mainframe, footpegs stem out of the main spine on top, which is very unusual. Front gets telescopic forks, while rear seems to be a mono-shock.
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      2026 Honda CB1000 GT Leaked Ahead Of Launch – Versys 1100 Rival

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      2026 Honda CB1000 GT Leaked After unveiling Honda CB1000 F neo retro motorcycle earlier this month, we now get to see leaked images of a new ADV motorcycle based on the CB1000 platform. This ADV powered by a four-pot engine is leaked from Australian homologation documents. Australian media is covering it as CB1000 GT, as […] More

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      Honda V3R 2025 EICMA Debut Likely – World’s 1st Bike With Electric Compressor

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      Honda V3R 2025 Eicma Debut Likely While not official, Honda V3R (E-Compressor) could have a displacement of around 900 cc, generating more than 100 hp Honda has several innovations to its credit, such as the Uni-Cam engine, self-balancing tech, e:DCT, E-Clutch, eSP and advanced airbag system. The latest technology from Honda making headlines is the […] More

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      2026 Honda Rebel 300 Gets E-Clutch – Two Colour Options

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      2026 Honda Rebel 300 With its cost-effective design and integration, Honda’s E-Clutch setup is making its way to smaller-capacity bikes Honda E-Clutch was first introduced with CB650R and CBR650R. While it’s a new tech, Honda has ensured that it can be fitted with existing engines without carrying out major tweaks. Other Honda bikes that already […] More