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    Honda X-ADV 750 Spotted In India With Legal RTO Registration

    Honda X-ADV 750 Spotted In India The 750cc parallel-twin engine on this Honda X-ADV 750 spotted in India, generates 58 bhp and 69 Nm, mated to a 6-speed DCT India has been the land of Scooters and Motorcycles. Leading the scooter segment, we have Honda, with the ever-green Activa. The company is also venturing into […] More

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    New Honda Activa Electric Deliveries Delayed In These Cities

    New Honda Activa Electric Honda will be building the battery swapping infrastructure first before commencing deliveries to ensure a hassle-free experience As part of its electrification goals, Honda has introduced the Activa e: and QC1 electric scooters in India. While QC1 will be readily available, Activa e: will be introduced pan-India in a phased manner. […] More

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    2025 Honda Unicorn Launch Price Rs 1.20 Lakh

    2025 Honda Unicorn Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) continues to launch updated products ahead of the new year. The latest they have launched is the 2025 Unicorn, designed to meet the needs of modern riders with a blend of performance, advanced features, and compliance with the latest emission norms. Priced at Rs. 1,19,481 (ex-showroom, […] More

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    2025 Honda SP160 Launch Price Rs 1.22 Lakh

    2025 Honda SP160 Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) is on a launch spree. After launching new Activa 125 and SP125, they have now launched the updated 2025 SP160, designed to meet the needs of modern riders. Featuring an OBD2B-compliant engine, bold styling, and cutting-edge technology, the new SP160 is priced starting at Rs. 1,21,951 […] More

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    2025 Honda SP125 Launched with Enhanced Features, Connectivity, Performance

    2025 Honda SP125 After updating the Activa 125, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has launched the updated 2025 SP125, a commuter motorcycle that complies with the upcoming OBD2B regulations. Packed with advanced features, modern design elements, and powerful specifications, the SP125 aims to redefine the 125cc segment. Prices for the new SP125 start at […] More

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    2025 Honda Activa 125 Launch Price 94k – New Colours, Advanced Features

    2025 Honda Activa 125 Honda Launches Updated 2025 Activa 125 with Advanced Features, New Design, and Improved Specifications Activa, India’s best-selling scooter, continues to set benchmarks in the two-wheeler market. Known for its reliability and performance, the scooter is offered in two engine options – 110cc and 125cc. Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has […] More

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    Honda 2W Sales Nov 2024 – 5.56% YoY Growth In Total

    Honda ActivaHMSI reported strong domestic and export figures in November 2024 and also marked their entry into the electric mobility segment with Activa e: and QC1
    Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has reported a 5.56% YoY growth with both domestic sales and exports on the rise. The company sold a total (domestic + exports) of 4,72,476 units in Nov 2024, a 24,900 unit volume increase over 4,47,849 units sold in Nov 2023. Its month-on-month (MoM) sales however, saw a drastic decline by 20.91% from 5,97,711 units sold in Oct 2024.
    Honda 2W YoY Sales Nov 2024
    Honda sales in Nov 2024 were boosted by models such as the Activa, Shine and Duo with 4,32,888 units sold in domestic markets. This was a 2.90% YoY growth over 4,20,677 units sold in Nov 2023. It related to a 12,211 unit volume increase with domestic sales commanding a 91.57% share.
    Exports of the company also improved dramatically by 46.70% in Nov 2024. The company exported 39,861 units last month, a substantial improvement over 27,172 units shipped in Nov 2023. Exports hold an 8.43% share.
    Honda 2W MoM Sales Decline in Nov 2024
    Following outstanding performance on a YoY basis, Honda suffered a massive MoM decline in sales post the festive season. In domestic markets, sales dipped by 21.74% from 5,53,120 units sold in Oct 2024. This related to a 1,20,232 unit volume de-growth. However, a more optimistic future is predicted with introduction of the new Activa e: and QC1 in the electric two wheeler segment and a bevy of upcoming bikes in the larger segment being planned for launch in a phased manner through 2025.
    Honda 2W Sales Nov 2024
    Exports too suffered a MoM setback by 10.61% as there had been 44,591 units shipped in Oct 2024. This was a 4,730 unit volume decline. With lower domestic sales and exports, total sales went down by 20.91% MoM to 4,72,749 units. This was a 1,24,962 unit volume decline when compared to 5,97,711 units sold in Oct 2024.
    Key Highlights In November 2024
    Keen to compete efficiently in the growing electric two wheeler market in India, Honda unveiled two new offerings in Nov 2024. The Activa e: and QC1 marked their entry into the electric arena. Bookings for Activa e: and QC1 are scheduled to commence from January 1, 2025 while deliveries are slated to be effected from February 2025.
    In order to ensure quicker deliveries, Honda’s new electric scooters will initially rolled out in cities of Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru. A roll out in a phased manner is being planned to other cities at a later stage. Both the e-scooters will be sold via Red Wing dealerships and a separate space exclusively for electric scooters has been created.
    Honda also plans to expand their portfolio to include larger bikes in the 650cc, 750cc and 1000cc segments. These will include the CB 650R, CBR 650R, CB 750 Hornet, CB 1000 Hornet and X-ADV maxi-scooter. Each of these bikes are planned for launch sometime in 2025. Each of these bikes are expected to come in as CBU (completely built-up) products and will be exclusively on sale via the brand’s BigWing Topline dealerships. Premium pricing is expected considering the higher taxes and duties. More

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    5 New Honda Big Bikes, Scooter India Launch In 2025 – 650cc, 750cc, 1000cc

    5 New Honda Big Bikes Launch In India Soon – X-ADV ScooterWith the launch of CB 650R, CBR 650R, CB 750 Hornet, CB 1000 Hornet and X-ADV scooter, HMSI will expand its multi-cylinder portfolio
    If we take a look at HMSI’s (Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India Pvt Ltd) multi-cylinder big bike portfolio, we have NX500 ADV, Transalp XL750 ADV and the mighty Gold Wing continental tourer. Honda is now expanding its multi-cylinder portfolio to include 4 new motorcycles and a scooter. Let’s take a look.
    5 New Honda Big Bikes
    HMSI is poised to expand its multi-cylinder portfolio to incorporate high-performance multi-cylinder motorcycles and a scooter. These offerings will have powertrains ranging from 650cc, all the way up to 1000cc.
    Honda CB 650R India Launch in 2025
    CB 650R
    With neo-retro looks, Honda CB 650R is among the most popular of middle-weight Street Fighter motorcycles. Round headlights, muscular fuel tank, quad exhaust pipes and muscular proportions are notable elements. 2025 Honda CB 650R gets an improved instrument cluster as well as all-LED lighting and E-Clutch. 649cc inline 4-cylinder engine makes 82 bhp and 63 Nm, mated to a 6-speed gearbox.
    Honda CBR 650R India Launch in 2025
    CBR 650R
    Fully faired sibling of CB 650, CBR 650R, is also expected to make it to our market in 2025. This will be equipped with the same inline 4-cylinder motor that is capable of 82 bhp and 63 Nm, mated to a 6-speed gearbox and an E-Clutch to prevent stalling. This Supersport boasts excellent corner carving capabilities too.
    Honda CB 750 Hornet India Launch in 2025
    CB 750 Hornet
    Unlike CB 650 and CBR 650, CB 750 Hornet is powered by a parallel-twin SOHC engine that displaces 755cc. This motor is capable of 90.5 bhp of peak power and 75 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Because of its less complicated engine, it is lighter at 192 kg with excellent performance prospects.
    Honda CB 1000 Hornet India Launch in 2025
    CB 1000 Hornet
    CB 750 Hornet’s Bigger sibling, CB 1000 Hornet, is also expected to launch in India. Powered by a 1,000 cc 4-cylinder engine, CB 1000 Hornet packs 150 bhp of peak power and 104 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. MY25 version gets the 5-inch TFT instrument cluster.
    Honda X-ADV Scooter India Launch in 2025
    X-ADV
    The most interesting multi-cylinder 2W vehicle HMSI has lined up for India, is a scooter. Not just any scooter. It is a Honda X-ADV maxi-scooter powered by a twin-cylinder 745cc engine, mated to a fancy dual-clutch gearbox. This touring maxi scooter develops around 58 bhp of peak power and 69 Nm of peak torque.
    All these offerings will be launched by HMSI in 2025. Exact dates are not confirmed yet. These 2Ws are less likely to be launched at once. Pricing will be according to rivals and other players in their respective displacement classes and segments. These offerings will be sold exclusively through Big Wing dealerships. More