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New Honda CB350C Special Edition Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has expanded its mid-size motorcycle portfolio with the launch of the all-new CB350C Special Edition. Bookings are now open, and deliveries will begin from the first week of October 2025 through the company’s BigWing premium dealerships. Priced at Rs 2,01,900 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru), the new […] More

Honda CB300R With revised pricing, Honda CB300R and CB300F have emerged as more value-packed choices in the 300cc segment Honda is among the brands that have decided to pass on the full benefits of GST reforms to its customers. Earlier this month, Honda had announced price cuts for its bikes (up to 350cc) in the […] More

Honda CL250 E-Clutch Honda’s advanced e-clutch was unveiled in 2024, after which, it was introduced with CBR650R and CB650R In the quarter-litre segment, Honda’s e-clutch option was first introduced with the Rebel 250. Now, its scrambler sibling, the CL250, has also been updated with this feature. The e-clutch is being offered with a new variant, […] More

Honda Africa Twin ADV Recalled
Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India (HMSI) has issued a voluntary recall of its flagship ADV, the CRF1100L Africa Twin motorcycle. This is not just limited to India, as a market, but is a global recall affecting all Honda Africa Twins manufactured from the past six years. The issue is related to packaging of electrical wiring harnesses. Let’s take a closer look.
Honda Africa Twin ADV Recalled
One of the most popular large capacity ADVs in the world, Honda Africa Twin CRF1100L, has been recalled by the brand. This global recall is also knocking the doors of Indian market and Honda will fix this issue as per requirement and at no additional costs incurred at the owner’s tab across the world.
Honda Africa Twin
This voluntary recall announced by Honda is limited to Africa Twin ADVs manufactured in around a six year time frame from 2019 to 2025. All units manufactured within this time frame are eligible to avail replacement of affected parts from Honda’s authorised service centres for free. In India, BigWing Topline dealerships will ensure the replacement of affected parts.
Honda has revealed that this is a precautionary recall and the replacement of parts will be done irrespective of warranty status of said motorcycle. The company has not disclosed an exact number of affected vehicles that were manufactured between 2019 and 2025.
Honda Africa Twin
What is the issue?
As per Honda, the issue is regarding the wiring harness connecting left side handlebar switchgear. Due to continuous handlebar movement, this wiring harness experiences repeated bending. Over time, this might lead to oxidation at the joint terminal of the harness wire, causing conduction issues.
As a result of this, riders may not be able to use horn, or there may be difficulty in switching headlight from low beam to high beam, among others. Honda is proactively working to fix this and ensure an optimum experience to all Africa Twin CRF1100L owners.
Honda Africa Twin
The timeline for replacement of parts, revealed by Honda, will start from 4th week of January 2026. Which is around half a calendar year away. BigWing Topline dealers will proactively notify customers via call / e-mail / SMS for inspection of their vehicle starting today. Customers can also check if their vehicle falls under this recall VIN number on Honda’s website.
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Honda CB350 Modified into a Tourer by KijimaHonda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has announced that it will fully pass on the benefits of the recently announced GST rate reduction to its customers across its two-wheeler portfolio. The move comes after the GST Council’s decision to reduce the GST on two-wheelers from 28% to 18% (under 350cc), aimed at improving affordability and boosting demand in the personal mobility segment.
With this revision, HMSI customers will now enjoy ex-showroom price savings of up to Rs 18,887, depending on the model. The benefits extend across the scooter and commuter motorcycle range, covering popular models such as Activa, Dio, Shine, Unicorn, Hornet, and the CB350 series.
Price Benefits Across Scooters and Motorcycles
The reduction makes India’s best-selling scooter, the Honda Activa, more accessible, with savings of up to Rs 8,259 on the Activa 125 and up to Rs 7,874 on the Activa 110. Similarly, the Dio 110 and Dio 125 now offer benefits of Rs 7,157 and Rs 8,042, respectively.
Commuter motorcycles, which are a backbone of mobility in both urban and rural areas, also see significant GST benefits. The Shine 125 now comes with savings of Rs 7,443, while the SP125 gets a reduction of Rs 8,447. The Unicorn stands out with a benefit of up to Rs 9,948.
Honda 2W GST Cut Prices
Among the sportier and premium options, the Hornet 2.0 sees a price drop of Rs 13,026, while the NX200 comes with a GST benefit of Rs 13,978. The biggest savings are on the CB350 range, with the CB350 H’ness, CB350RS, and CB350 each offering benefits of up to Rs 18,598, Rs 18,857, and Rs 18,887, respectively.
HMSI’s Statement
Commenting on the development, Mr. Yogesh Mathur, Director, Sales & Marketing, HMSI, said, “We welcome the Indian government’s recent GST reform. This strategic initiative will not only improve personal mobility, but also boost the economic growth. The reduction in GST on two-wheelers and spare parts is a timely and forward-looking step, making vehicles more affordable and strengthening the overall ecosystem.
HMSI is fully committed to passing on the benefit to our customers. With the festive season approaching, this move will help us reach a wider audience in both urban and rural markets. This rationalization not only supports customers but also strengthens the entire value chain, positively impacting dealers, suppliers, and local businesses. Simultaneously, we are evaluating the impact of the new 40% GST slab on our premium motorcycles to ensure a balanced, customer-focused approach across our portfolio.
HMSI remains focused on delivering advanced and reliable mobility solutions, and we deeply appreciate the government’s continued support for the industry and its consumers.”
Looking Ahead
HMSI has also confirmed that it is evaluating the impact of the new 40% GST slab on its premium motorcycles to ensure a balanced and customer-focused approach. Alongside price reductions, the company will initiate customer outreach programs to highlight these benefits and encourage wider adoption. With these revisions, HMSI aims to reinforce its leadership in the scooter and commuter motorcycle segments while driving growth in the mid-size and premium space. More

New Honda ActivaHonda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) announced sales of 5,34,861 units in August 2025, reflecting steady momentum in both domestic and export markets. The company registered a 3.78% month-on-month growth compared to 5,15,378 units sold in July 2025.
Domestic and Export Sales
Domestic sales contributed the bulk of volumes at 4,81,021 units, slightly lower by 2.17% YoY compared to 4,91,678 units in August 2024. On a sequential basis, however, domestic numbers rose 3.15% MoM, showing renewed momentum in the home market.
Honda 2W Sales August 2025
Exports stood at 53,840 units, marking a healthy 14.13% YoY growth over 47,174 units in August 2024. Compared to July 2025, exports were also up 9.77% MoM, as Honda strengthened its global footprint. Exports now account for 10.07% of overall volumes.
Year-to-Date (April–August 2025) Performance
For FY26 so far (April–August 2025), HMSI reported total sales of 24,22,880 units, down 5.90% YoY from 25,74,744 units sold in the same period last year. Domestic volumes during this period declined 7.30% YoY to 21,73,834 units, compared to 23,45,028 units in April–August 2024.
Exports, on the other hand, provided a bright spot, growing 8.41% YoY to 2,49,046 units from 2,29,716 units last year, highlighting HMSI’s strengthening export strategy.
Key Highlights of August 2025
Beyond sales, HMSI continued to reinforce its commitment towards road safety and customer engagement in August 2025. The company organized road safety awareness campaigns across 12 cities, including Bhiwadi, Prayagraj, Bangalore, Trichy, and Jodhpur, focusing on youth sensitization and responsible riding practices. HMSI also celebrated the 6th anniversary of its Safety Driving Education Centre (SDEC) in Ranchi, furthering its mission of promoting safe mobility through structured training and awareness.
On the product front, HMSI commenced regional launches and mass deliveries of the new CB125 Hornet and Shine 100 DX, following their successful national debut. Launch events in Ludhiana, Nashik, Chennai, Mysore, Lucknow and other cities saw strong customer response.
In the premium segment, HMSI further expanded its BigWing network with new outlets inaugurated in Gurugram, Bengaluru, and Chennai, strengthening its accessibility in the fast-growing mid- and large-capacity motorcycle market.
Outlook
While overall YTD sales remain lower due to softness in domestic demand, HMSI’s MoM growth in August, coupled with robust export performance, signals an improving trajectory. With fresh product launches, expanded premium retail footprint, and continued focus on road safety, HMSI is optimistic about leveraging the upcoming festive season to accelerate growth further. More

2026 Honda PCX 160Already a bestseller in Brazil, Honda PCX 160 adds more value with some exciting colour options introduced with the 2026 model
Honda introduced the PCX 160 scooter in Brazil in 2012. It has remained a bestseller in the country of its segment since then and currently accounts for around 33% of the market share in its class. Honda has now introduced the 2026 model with some new colour options. Let’s check out the details.
2026 Honda PCX 160 – What’s new?
There are three variants on offer – PCX CBS, PCX ABS and PCX DLX ABS. The base PCX CBS variant continues with the Pearl White colour option as earlier. It is available at R 18,340 (Rs 2.98 lakh). 2026 Honda PCX ABS variant gets new Pearl Spencer Blue colour, priced at R 20,170 (Rs 3.28 lakh). The top-spec PCX DLX ABS variant is now offered with a Metallic Black colour. It is available at a starting price of R 20,640 (Rs 3.35 lakh).
2026 PCX 160
Performance, specs
Much of the hardware for 2026 Honda PCX 160 remains the same as earlier. Powering the scooter is a 156.9 cc, single-cylinder, OHC, liquid cooled engine. It generates 16 hp and 14.7 Nm of peak torque. It is paired with a V-Matic automatic transmission.
Honda PCX 160 has all-LED lighting, large windscreen, step-up seat and upswept exhaust. With a seat height of 764 mm, the scooter is suitable for a wide spectrum of users. Ground clearance is 134 mm, which seems adequate for on-road environments. CBS variant weighs 124 kg, whereas the ABS variant is two kilos heavier at 126 kg.
2026 PCX 160
2026 PCX 160 utilizes an underbone frame, with telescopic forks at front and dual rear shock absorbers. Suspension travel is 100 mm at both ends. Wheel size is 14-inch front and 13-inch rear, wrapped in 110/70 and 130/70 tyres, respectively. Braking setup comprises 220 mm disc brakes at the front and rear. Single channel ABS is offered as standard. The CBS variant has a 130mm drum brake at the rear.
2026 PCX 160
Tech kit includes an easy-to-read LCD screen that displays a comprehensive range of information. Users can access the trip meter, speedometer, low battery voltage indicator, fuel consumption readout, odometer, fuel gauge and V-belt replacement alert. A 3D bezel structure surrounds the LCD display, which enhances the scooter’s sporty profile. The scooter also offers front storage, 30 litres of underseat storage and a USB Type-C charging port.
2026 PCX 160
Honda PCX 160 – Will it come to India?
Honda has trademarked many two-wheeler products in India and the PCX 160 is one of them. While filing a trademark does not necessarily result in a launch, market dynamics appear to be in favour of products like PCX 160. Rivals are already present such as Aprilia SXR 160, Hero Xoom 160 and Yamaha Aerox 155.
2026 PCX 160
In the future, this segment is expected to register strong growth. TVS has also announced that it will be launching the Ntorq 150 on 4th September. With this segment gaining traction, Honda could be looking to introduce products like the PCX 160 in India. Its only about time Aprilia will update SXR 160 to SXR 175. However, apart from the patent filing for PCX 160, there is no official statement about the scooter’s launch in India. More