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Honda CG 160 Design Patented In IndiaIndia has been one of the, if not, the largest market for motorcycles and scooters. Almost all major OEMs operate in India. Leading the scooter segment here is Honda, which has just patented a new 160cc motorcycle design in India. Thus sparking speculations for a potential launch to rival other 160cc offerings.
Honda CG 160 Design Patented
Called Honda CG 160, this premium 160cc commuter motorcycle is one of Brazil’s best-selling motorcycles. It has 48 years of legacy in Brazil and is currently in its 9th generation model, which has been a popular choice for Brazilians since 2015. In Brazil, Honda offers CG 160 in multiple versions to suit buyer’s needs.
Honda CG 160 Design Patented In India
These versions are called CG 160 Start, CG 160 Fan, CG 160 Titan and CG 160 Cargo. Price for these motorcycles range from BRL 16,440 (Rs 2.49 lakh) and goes till BRL 17,430 (Rs 2.64 lakh). All four of these motorcycles come equipped with the same 162.7cc single cylinder air cooled engine.
Where design is concerned, the motorcycle patented in India looks almost identical to what is on sale in Brazil. It is a premium commuter in the 160cc class. It gets a sculpted fuel tank with tank shrouds that lend it a muscular appeal. Depending on the model, Honda also offers funky dual-tone colourways and some of them offer painted alloy wheels as well.
Honda CG 160 Brazil
Specs & Features
This motorcycle rides on 18-inch alloy wheels on both ends, wrapped with 80-section tyre at the front and 100-section tyre at the rear. Honda CG 160 gets disc brakes at both ends. There are RSU telescopic front forks at the front and win shock absorbers at the rear. All these components are mounted on a Diamond frame.
Honda CG 160 Brazil
Wheelbase is 1,311 mm, while minimum ground clearance is 190 mm and has a seat height of 796 mm. Dry weight of this motorcycle is 120 kg and has a fuel capacity of 14L. Features-wise, Honda CG 160 gets LED headlights and LED tail lights, while turn indicators are halogens. Seat is of single-piece type and has spilt grab rails for some aggression in the design.
Honda CG 160 Brazil
Powertrain & Launch Details
Powering it all, we have a 162.7cc SOHC single-cylinder air cooled engine. This engine is capable of developing 14.4 bhp of peak power and 13.8 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 5-speed gearbox. This engine is also compatible with Ethanol fuel and boasts slightly higher performance metrics when run on Ethanol fuel.
Honda CG 160 Brazil
Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India has not confirmed whether CG 160 will launch in India. However, the company has a history of patenting their global motorcycles in India as part of their IP protection exercise. Currently, Honda already has Unicorn and SP160 on sale in India operating in this displacement class. More

Honda NWX 125 Patented In IndiaGearing up to capitalize on future opportunities, Honda has patented multiple new products in recent months
India’s second-largest two-wheeler brand by volume, Honda is actively striving to claim the No. 1 spot. Based on multiple new patents filed recently, it appears that Honda is working proactively to expand its portfolio. After NX125, Honda Beat and NPF 125, Honda has now patented the NWX 125 in India. Let’s take a closer look.
Honda NWX 125 – Muscular, exuberant design
With its sporty, eye-catching profile, Honda NWX 125 suits the needs of the young generation. The scooter is available in select markets such as China. Some of the key highlights include a sharp front apron, striking V-shaped LED headlight design, sporty graphics, chiselled body panelling and distinctive 3-dimensional tail light with decorative turn signals.
Honda NWX 125
Overall look and feel is further enhanced with some exciting colour options of black, orange and blue. For those who prefer more neutral choices, Honda NWX 125 is also available in white and grey colour options. While having a spectacular profile, Honda NWX 125 is also designed to meet practical necessities. Users can access two open storage pockets at the front as well as underseat storage.
Everyday items can also be loaded onto the flat floorboard. For smartphone charging, a 15-watt Type-C charging port is provided at the front. Honda NWX 125 has a single piece seat that seems adequately sized and cushioned for rider and pillion comfort. Tech package includes a high-definition negative LCD instrument display. Users can access a range of information such as speedometer, fuel remaining, time and odometer.
Honda NWX 125 Patented In India
The UI is crisp and the bright background ensures high visibility. Users who are looking for enhanced convenience can choose the Smart Key variant of Honda NWX 125. The Smart Key system is similar to that of the Honda Activa H-Smart variant offered in India. Users can start the vehicle and open the seat without any physical contact.
Performance, Specs, Variants, Pricing
Powering Honda NWX 125 is a 124cc, air-cooled engine that generates 9.5 PS and 10 Nm of torque. Similar to Honda scooters in India, the NWX 125 has performance-enhancing eSP tech and a fuel-saving idling stop system. Mileage is pretty good at around 54 km/l. Talking about ride dynamics, a low seat height of 760 mm ensures optimal control and handling.
Honda NWX 125
Honda NWX 125 weighs 104 kg and has a ground clearance of 133 mm. Gradeability is rated at 25°, which is higher than the usual range of 15° to 20° in the 125cc segment. In the Chinese market, three variants of Honda NWX 125 are on offer. The base variant has drum brakes at both ends, integrated with a combi-braking system (CBS). It is priced at 9,490 Yuan (approx. Rs 1.13 lakh).
The single-channel ABS variant (front disc) is offered at 10,490 Yuan (Rs 1.25 lakh). The ABS Smart Key variant is priced at 11,490 Yuan (Rs 1.37 lakh). If Honda launches the NWX 125 in India, it will challenge rivals such as TVS Ntorq, Suzuki Burgman Street 125, Yamaha Fascino and Hero Xoom 125. The patent registration could also be just an IP protection exercise. More

2025 Honda NX200 ADVHonda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has launched NX200, an adventure motorcycle. Priced at Rs 1,68,499 (ex-showroom, Delhi), the NX200 is now available at HMSI Red Wing and BigWing dealerships across the country. Notably, the Honda CB200X has now been rebranded as the NX200.
2025 Honda NX200 ADV
Drawing inspiration from Honda’s NX500, the NX200 boasts a similar design as that of CB200X – except for some changes in decals. It features a muscular fuel tank, aggressive graphics, and a bold stance. Enhancing visibility and aesthetics, the bike comes with an all-LED headlamp, sleek LED winkers, and a striking X-shaped LED tail lamp.
Outgoing CB200X for reference
Powering the NX200 is a 184.4cc, single-cylinder, 4-stroke engine, compliant with OBD2B norms. It delivers 12.5 kW of power at 8,500 RPM and 15.7 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 RPM, paired with a 5-speed gearbox. Designed for both city and highway riding, the engine offers smooth power delivery, fuel efficiency, and versatility across terrains.
Advanced Technology & Rider Convenience
The NX200 is packed with cutting-edge technology, enhancing rider convenience and control. Key features include:
– 4.2-inch full-digital TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity and Honda RoadSync app support for navigation, call notifications, and SMS alerts.
– USB C-type charging port for on-the-go device charging.
– Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) for improved rear-wheel traction in varying road conditions.
– Assist & Slipper Clutch for smoother gear shifts and preventing rear-wheel locking during aggressive downshifting.
– Dual-channel ABS for enhanced braking performance and rider safety.
Honda has introduced the NX200 in a single variant, available in three colour options:
– Athletic Blue Metallic– Radiant Red Metallic– Pearl Igneous Black
Speaking on the launch, Mr. Tsutsumu Otani, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “At Honda, we have always pushed the boundaries of innovation to meet the evolving demands of customers. The All-New NX200 is a perfect embodiment of our commitment to deliver thrilling motorcycles which our customers’ demand. Inspired by the legendary NX500, the NX200 brings the thrill of exploration to a wider audience, ensuring an unmatched riding experience in every journey.”
Yogesh Mathur, Director, Sales & Marketing, HMSI, added, “We are delighted to introduce the All-New NX200, a motorcycle designed for those who seek adventure and freedom on two wheels. With its striking design, thrilling performance, and cutting-edge technology, the NX200 is set to redefine the riding experience for enthusiasts across India. True to our philosophy of adventure and exploration, the NX200 invites riders to Explore Unfiltered.” More

2025 Honda Shine 125 LaunchedAfter Activa, the combination of Shine 125 and SP125 is the biggest contributor to Honda2Wheelers’ overall sales
With the upcoming stricter emission norms, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) is in the process of making its two-wheelers OBD2B compliant. Shine 125 is the latest Honda bike to get the OBD2B update. Honda has also introduced multiple new features with the 2025 Shine 125.
2025 Honda Shine 125 – What’s new?
Powering Honda Shine 125 is a 123.94 cc, single-cylinder, PGM-Fi engine. It now complies with the OBD2B emission norms. Power and torque output is at 10.80 PS and 11 Nm. The bike is offered with a 5-speed gearbox. A number of advanced technologies have been used for this engine. For example, eSP (Enhanced Smart Power) is designed to improve both performance and fuel efficiency. By reducing friction, eSP also ensures smoother, vibration-free rides.
2025 Honda Shine 125 Launched
Other key features of the 125cc engine include an idling stop system. This helps save fuel by automatically turning off the engine at brief halts such as traffic signals. Shine 125 is equipped with an ACG starter that ensures silent starts. It works by removing the gear meshing noise. With the ACG starter, engine jolt at startup is eliminated.
2025 Honda Shine 125 has a USB Type-C charging port. The analogue instrument cluster has been replaced with a new fully digital instrument cluster. Users can seamlessly access a range of information such as gear position indicator, distance to empty, real-time mileage, Eco indicator and service due indicator. The digital instrument screen has an auto dimming function that ensures clear visibility across both day and night conditions.
New Black colour, wider rear tyre
In terms of its design, 2025 Shine 125 is largely the same as the outgoing model. However, users now have access to a new Black colour scheme. With that, the 2025 Shine 125 is now available with a total of six colour options – Pearl Igneous Black, Geny Gray Metallic, Matte Axis Gray Metallic, Rebel Red Metallic, Decent Blue Metallic and Pearl Siren Blue. Shine 125 is preferred for its elegant profile. Some of the key features include a compact visor, curvy fuel tank design, long and wide seat and sporty graphics.
For a more robust road presence and to enhance stability, Honda has added a wider 90 mm rear tyre to 2025 Shine 125. The outgoing model has an 80 mm rear tyre. Other hardware specs remain unchanged. Both ends have 18-inch wheels and the front gets a 80/100 tubeless tyre. The bike utilizes a diamond frame and has telescopic forks at front and 5-step adjustable rear suspension. Braking setup comprises 240 mm disc at front / 130 mm rear drum for the disc variant. The drum variant has 130 mm front drum brakes. Safety is enhanced with a combi-brake system with equalizer.
2025 Honda Shine 125 pricing
Base (drum brake) variant of 2025 Honda Shine 125 is available at a starting price of Rs 84,493. For the disc variant, users will need to pay Rs 89,245. 2025 Honda Shine 125 will continue to rival the likes of Hero Super Splendor and Bajaj Pulsar 125. More

New Honda Cafe Racer Design LeakedActual images of the bike have been used for registration and not sketches, indicating that production could commence soon
For enthusiasts who prefer retro-themed motorcycles, Honda is working on a brand-new cafe racer. Registration images from Japan reveal striking visuals, with a complete view of the bike’s hardware. Honda’s new cafe racer will be slotted in the 300cc segment, where it will rival the established players from brands like Triumph, BMW, KTM and others.
New Honda Retro Cafe Racer
Retro styling is evident with the circular headlamp and bar-end rear-view mirrors. The bike also gets a circular instrument pod, likely to be a digital unit. Retro theme is further enhanced with the use of wire-spoke wheels. These will come in handy when negotiating unpaved pathways.
New Honda Cafe Racer Design Leaked
For practical convenience, it is possible that the spoked wheels could use tubeless tyres instead of conventional tubed type tyres. The lighting setup is expected to be all-LED. With its compact profile, Honda’s new cafe racer is designed to deliver agile performance. The bike has a chiselled fuel tank with sharp bends that enhance its aggressive stance and give it a muscular look.
Knee recesses on the fuel tank ensure enhanced ergonomics, stability and control. These will be useful while cornering and aggressive riding in race-like environments. The bike has a rider-only seat with a scooped central section. Seat height is likely below 800 mm, something that will further improve control and handling.
New Honda Cafe Racer Design Leaked
Other highlights include a retro-styled, minimalistic looking upswept exhaust. It seems to be missing a catalytic converter, which raises questions about the bike’s launch prospects in markets with stricter emission norms. In its current form, the bike may not comply with the latest BS6 and Euro 5+ emission standards. However, the catalytic converter can be added in the production version and it may not be required for registration purposes in Japan.
Engine and specs
Honda’s new cafe racer is likely to derive power from a 300 cc, air cooled, single cylinder engine. It could be the same unit as in use with other Honda bikes such as Honda CB 300 F (Indonesia) or Honda CB 300 F Twister (Brazil). This engine makes 24.5 hp / 25.5 Nm and is mated to a 6-speed gearbox.
New Honda Cafe Racer Design Leaked
Assuming that the new cafe racer is likely to have a lightweight profile, it will have a higher power-to-weight ratio. Talking about hardware, Honda’s new cafe racer has USD forks at front and a monoshock rear suspension. Braking setup comprises disc brakes at both ends, likely around 300 mm at front and 220 mm at the rear. Dual-channel ABS will be offered as standard.
The bike has a backbone frame and two-armed rear swing arm. Kerb weight of the bike is expected to be around 150 kg. Other highlights include low-set, pulled-back handlebars and centrally positioned foot pegs. It is not certain when Honda’s new café racer bike will be launched in India. It will surely be useful here, as Honda is looking to race ahead of Hero MotoCorp in the two-wheeler space. More

Honda Activa : Image – Rourkela SHINESHonda 2W sales grew both on a YoY and MoM basis indicating strong demand across markets
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) announced sales figures for January 2025. The company has witnessed strong growth both in domestic and export markets. Total sales (domestic + exports) grew to 4,44,847 units in Jan 2025 showing off a 6.07% YoY growth from 4,19,395 units sold in Jan 2024.
Honda 2W Sales Jan 2025
On a MoM basis as well, the company has seen even more elevated sales growth of 44.39%. There had been 3,08,083 units sold in Dec 2024. This related to a 1,36,764 unit volume increase. In Jan 2025, Honda Activa e: and QC1 electric scooters were opened for bookings at a down payment of Rs 1,000. With good response received, deliveries are set to be effected from this month.
Prices have also been announced and Activa e: and QC1 have been priced at Rs. 1,17,000 and Rs. 90,000 respectively (ex-showroom Bengaluru). Honda 2W sales in domestic markets reflected a 5.35% YoY improvement to 4,02,977 units. This was a 20,465 unit volume increase from 3,82,512 units sold in Jan 2024. Domestic sales command a 90.59% share.
Exports however, saw double digit growth of 13.52% YoY to 41,870 units in Jan 2025. This was well over 36,883 units sold in Jan 2024 relating to a 4,987 unit growth in volume. Exports contribute 9.41% to company sales. Sales grew even more significantly on a month-on-month (MoM) basis in Jan 2025 setting off the New Year on a promising note.
Honda 2W Sales Jan 2025
Sales in domestic markets witnessed a 48.74% growth from 2,70,919 units sold in Dec 2024. This was a hefty volume increase of 1,32,058 units. Exports saw a 12.66% MoM progress at 41,870 units which related to a 4,706 unit volume growth from 37,164 units shipped in Dec 2024.
Honda also saw its year-to-date (YTD) sales at 49,81,767 units. This was during the period April 2024 to Jan 2025. It included 45,41,323 units in terms of domestic sales while 4,40,444 units were exported. This outstanding growth in cumulative YTD sales indicates sustained demand for Honda’s 2W lineup in both domestic and global markets.
Honda’s Compliance with OBD2B Standards
Honda has now introduced OBD2B compliant models of Activa, Livo, and Dio. Each of these offer advanced features along with improved fuel efficiency and lower auto emissions. New editions of the CB650R and CBR650R have also been introduced, further scaling up the company’s premium motorcycle portfolio. More