Honda Bikes

Honda Activa 6G
Honda two wheeler sales stability secures its podium spot in the domestic market

October 2020 domestic sales for HMSI ended at 1.38 percent growth, up at 4,94,459 units from 4,87,713 units at volume gain of 6,746 units. As expected, Honda Activa leads the charge with 2,39,570 units reported at 48.45 percent of total sales.
Sales did decline by 14.83 percent, at volume loss of 41,703 units, down from 2,81,273 units. CB Shine, the manufacturer’s bestselling motorcycle saw an improvement in demand. Sales growth is reported at 35.12 percent to enable the bike to account for 23.98 percent of total sales. Sales grew to 1,18,547 units at volume growth of 30,813 units from 87,734 units.
Honda Two Wheeler Domestic Sales Oct 2020
Honda Dio sales grew at 19.24 percent up at 44,046 units, up at 7,107 units from 36,939 units. Honda Unicorn 160 sales is reported at 28,313 units at 5.73 percent of total sales. Dream sales grew a noticeable 14.53 percent, up at 22,542 units from 19,682 units. Livo sales is in the green at 17,198 units, up at 20.20 percent from 14,308 units. Grazia sales crossed the 10k mark and accounted for 2.32 percent of domestic sales.
At 11,481 units sold, up 36.45 percent from 8,414 units, volume gain stood at 3,067 units. Hornet 2.0 sales is reported at 7,279 units. X-Blade sales grew to 4,193 units, up from 3,062 units, accounting for .85 percent of total sales.
No
Honda Domestic
Oct-20
Oct-19
1
Activa
2,39,570
2,81,273
2
CB Shine
1,18,547
87,734
3
Dio
44,046
36,939
4
Unicorn 160
28,313
0
5
Dream
22,542
19,682
6
Livo
17,198
14,308
7
Grazia
11,481
8,414
8
Hornet 2.0
7,279
0
9
X-Blade
4,193
3,062
10
CB350
1,290
0
11
Aviator
0
4,374
12
Unicorn 150
0
27,477
13
Hornet 160R
0
4,442
14
CBR250R
0
8
–
Total
4,94,459
4,87,713
All new Honda CB350, a new segment entrant for the manufacturer saw sales of 1,290 units. Popular names like Aviator, Unicorn 150, Hornet 160R, and CBR250R are not being sold. Despite sales contraction owing to portfolio revision, HMSI did manage to stay in the green.
HMSI October 2020 exports
Honda exports grew marginally at 8.88 percent at volume gain of 2,665 units. Total exports last month was reported at 32,691 units, up from 30,026 units. Honda Navi, no longer sold in India leads the export count at 9,872 units. In fact it accounted for 30.20 percent of the manufacturer’s exports last month. Navi units exported grew 188.32 percent, up from 3,424 units at volume gain of 6,448 units.
Honda Two Wheeler Exports Oct 2020
Honda Dio exports declined by 32.85 percent. At second spot on the list, exports are reported at 6,121 units following volume loss of 2,995 units, down from 9,116 units. CB Shine numbers declined too. Exports fell to 3,735 units from 4,740 units at 21.20 percent decline. Hornet 160R exports grew 33.30 percent. Exports grew to 3,539 units, up from 2,655 units, accounting 10.83 percent of HMSI exports.
X-Blade units exported were almost similar at 3,529 units. However, growth was much higher at 105.06 percent from a low base of 1,721 units reported in October 2019. Volume growth stood at 1,808 units. Grazia exports grew to 3,401 units from 2,984 units at 13.97 percent growth. Unicorn 160 exports doubled from 648 units to 1,296 units.
Honda Activa exports in October 2020
Activa, a mainstay in India finds little demand elsewhere. Exports are at a mere 468 units, down 34.27 percent from 712 units. Dream export decline stood at 84.87 percent, having contracted to 240 units from 1,586 units. Livo met the same fate as numbers contracted to 200 units from 1,400. Unicorn 150 exports are reported at 160 units. CB Twister numbers fell to 130 units from 390 units having contracted by two-third. More

Honda CB350
First batch of the Honda CB350 motorcycles has been exported from India

Launched in September, Honda H’Ness CB350 is the newest rival to challenge the supremacy of Royal Enfield Classic 350. CB350 will also compete with Meteor 350, which is the first of Royal Enfield’s next-gen products. While CB350 has potential and has received appreciation from varied quarters, Classic 350 continues to lead in terms of sales volumes.
Honda CB350 October exports
CB350 is Honda’s first product that has been developed from scratch in India and will be exported to global markets. Initially, however, Honda will be focusing more on meeting demand in domestic market. In its first month, Honda exported 30 units of CB350. In comparison, Classic 350 exports in October were 906 units. While there’s a huge difference, the gap may reduce in the coming months.
Honda is currently working to streamline CB350’s sales and marketing at global locations. It’s an entirely new product and will take some time to gain acceptance among the target audience. In the coming months, production of CB350 could also be increased based on the demand situation. Honda has a much wider global network as compared to Royal Enfield, so CB350 could have the advantage in global markets.
In the domestic market, CB350 sales in October stood at 1,290 units. Total production was at 2,420 units. These are decent numbers in this segment, even though it may not be comparable to that of Classic 350. Domestic sales of Classic 350 were 41,953 units. An achievement for CB350 is that it has entered the top ten list of bestselling 200-500 cc motorcycles. In October, it was placed at ninth place.
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Honda CB350 future outlook
As far as October sales are concerned, CB350 doesn’t seem to have caused any erosion in Classic 350 sales numbers. Classic 350 has posted positive YoY and MoM growth in October, which is evidence that it continues to dominate this space.
Even though CB350 is a direct rival, it appears that it is creating its own unique customer base rather than poaching potential customers of Classic 350. There may also be many bike enthusiasts who may have purchased CB350 just to experience something entirely new in this space.
So, will Honda CB350 be another product that bites the dust against the might of Classic 350? Well, that’s tough to answer as it’s too early to speculate on such aspects. While CB350 is a well-equipped and good looking motorcycle, it is currently available only through Honda Big Wing dealerships. That itself is a major constraint in boosting sale volumes.
Another thing is that Royal Enfield motorcycles are all about pride, prestige and power, which are definitely missing with CB350. At this point of time, possibilities for CB350 would be to focus on creating its own niche customer base and probably target exports more aggressively. More

2021 Honda Rebel 1100
2021 Honda Rebel 1100 Cruiser is one of the few bikes around to be offered with a DCT automatic gearbox

After intense speculation and rumours, Honda has finally unveiled its flagship cruiser Rebel 1100. Several design renderings have been previously doing rounds on the internet. The cruiser motorcycle has been designed and conceptualised in line with Honda’s new “Relax and Excite” design theme.
Honda claims that the latest iteration of the premium cruiser is an easy-to-ride motorcycle and will cater to a wide range of audiences. It will be offered in two variants- Rebel 1100 and Rebel 1100 DCT. The cruiser shares its underpinnings and powertrain with Honda Africa Twin.

Powertrain & Transmission
It draws its power from a 1084cc Unicam parallel-twin engine (with PGM-Fi) which has a 270° phased crankshaft and uneven firing interval sourced from CRF1100L. This makes for a strong low-end performance.
It puts out 87 PS of power at 7000rpm and 98Nm of torque at 4750rpm. This is less than the output received at the adventure motorcycle which produces 102 PS of power and 105 Nm of torque. Transmission duties are handled either by a six-speed manual or a DCT automatic gearbox.
Specs
Honda Rebel 1100
Engine
1084cc liquid-cooled, parallel twin
Power
87 PS @ 7000 rpm
Torque
98 Nm @ 4750 rpm
Transmission
6 MT / 6 DCT
Front Suspension
43mm fork; 4.8 inches of travel
Rear Suspension
single shock; 3.7 inches of travel
Front Tyre
130/70-18
Rear Tyre
180/65-16
Front Brake
30mm discs
Rear Brake
256mm disc
Wheelbase
59.8 inches / 1519 mm
Seat Ht
27.5 inches / 700
Kerb Wt
487 pounds / 220 kgs
Fuel Tank
3.6 gallons / 13.62 liters
Hardware
Coming to its dynamics, the bike sits on a tubular steel frame which is assisted by 43mm conventional telescopic forks at front and twin Showa shocks with piggyback reservoirs. It rides on 18-inch front and 16-inch rear wheels which derive their stopping power from twin 330mm discs with a four-piston caliper and a single 256mm disc respectively. These are assisted by a dual-channel ABS. Saddle height is extremely low at 700mm and it tips the weighing scales at 220 kg (kerb weight).
Design & Features on offer
In terms of styling, it draws inspiration from other members of the Rebel family and influence of a Bobber design is clearly visible on the bike. When it comes to features, it gets an all-LED lighting setup and a single-pod LCD digital instrument display.

It also receives a bunch of electronic aids such as multiple riding modes (Rain, Sport & User) with a ride-by-wire technology, Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), Cruise Control, 3-level Traction Control and Wheelie Control. Honda has also provided a USC charging slot in the small storage compartment underneath the seat.
Prices of the new Rebel 1100 have been revealed and have been pegged at USD 9,299 (INR 6.87 lakh) which undercuts Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 and the Forty-Eight by USD 800 (Rs 59,000) and USD 2,000 (Rs 1.48 lakh) respectively in international markets.
Honda is also offering a number of optional accessories such as a batwing fairing, soft saddlebags with rack and quilted saddles in black and tan. It is yet to be seen whether Honda brings this high-end cruiser to India or not. As of now, there has been no word from Honda whether it will bring any member of the Rebel series in future. More

Honda Hornet 2.0 Repsol Edition
The Honda Hornet 2.0 Repsol and Dio Repsol get their multi-color liveries inspired by the brand’s RC 213V MotoGP bike

The Honda Hornet 2.0 and Dio receive the famous Repsol racing livery in India to commemorate the two wheeler giant’s 800 MotoGP victories. The Repsol Honda Editions will have limited production run like in the past but Honda did not reveal the number of units it is planning to produce.
Honda Hornet 2.0 Repsol Edition
The recently launched Hornet 2.0 embraces the Repsol Honda livery pretty well. Inspired by Honda’s RC 213V MotoGP machine, the motorcycle is swathed in orange with red and black accents. The prominent Repsol branding adorns the fuel tank while the wheels are finished in matching orange. The white belly pan with Honda branding adds a sporty touch as well.
Honda
Price Nov 2020 Ex-sh Gurgaon
Dio Std
63,907
Dio DLX
67,257
Dio Repsol
69,757
Hornet 2.0
1,26,351
Hornet 2.0 Repsol
1,28,351
There are no mechanical changes. The Honda Hornet 2.0 Repsol Edition continues to be powered by a 184.4 cc air-cooled engine which develops 17 hp and 16.1 Nm of torque. It employs a 5-speed gearbox.
The mid-premium motorcycle is equipped with LED headlamp and taillight, fully digital instrument console, upside-down front fork with golden finish, monoshock rear suspension, front and rear disc brakes with single-channel ABS, tubeless tyres and so on.
2020 Honda Dio Repsol Edition
Honda Dio Repsol Edition
The Honda Dio Repsol Edition too employs the same color combination but the designers have gone ahead and sprinkled ‘Repsol’ branding all over the scooter’s body panels. Orange dominates the wheels and steering cowl while the grab rails are finished in red.
Again, the changes are purely cosmetic save for the addition of alloy wheels (regular variants employ contrast colored steel wheels). The automatic scooter employs a recently updated BS6 compliant 110 cc fuel-injected motor which has 7.65 hp and 9 Nm on store. Transmission is a CVT.
Feature highlights include engine start-stop switch, pass switch, side-stand indicator with engine cut-off, telescopic front suspension, external fuel filler lid, adjustable rear suspension, on-board diagnostic feature, eco indicator, and combi-braking system (CBS).
Prices
Of course, the Honda Hornet 2.0 and Dio Repsol editions command a premium over the regular variants. The limited edition version of the street fighter is priced at INR 1,28,351, a premium of INR 2,000. The Dio Repsol retails at INR 69,757, INR 2,500 dearer than the mid-range DLX variant. All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi.
Honda’s 2020 MotoGP campaign
With their star rider Marc Marquez out of this season due to injury, Honda’s MotoGP 2020 championship campaign took a serious hit. With one round still to go, the rider’s championship has been wrapped up by Suzuki’s Joan Mir who has been very consistent with his performance through out the season. More

Honda CB350 BigWing Dealership
The Honda H’ness CB350 is offered in two variants – DLX and DLX Pro

Honda Two Wheelers has officially launched their Royal Enfield Classic 350 rival, H’ness CB350 cruiser motorcycle in India. It follows in the footsteps of CB1100 EX and CB750, bearing the same CB silhouette and even though it receives some advanced features, it continues to exude the same old world charm in terms of design.
In its first month of sales, production of the new Honda CB350 has touched 2,420 units while sales are at 1,290 units. This is nowhere close to rival Classic 350; which managed to sell almost 42,000 units in Oct 2020.
Honda H’ness CB350 Price and Variants
The Made-in-India Honda H’ness CB350 will appeal to the mid size motorcycle enthusiasts. Honda H’ness CB350 is offered in two variants of DLX and DLX Pro and priced at Rs.1.85 lakhs and Rs.1.90 lakhs respectively.
Colours depend on variants with three single tones of Precious Red Metallic, Pearl Night Star Black and Matte Marshall Green Metallic for the DLX variant. The dual tone colours of Pearl Night Star Black with Spear Silver Metallic, Athletic Blue Metallic with Virtuous White and Matte Steel Black Metallic with Matte Massive Grey Metallic are reserved for the DLX Pro trim.
Image – Abhinav Bhatt
It gets the latest in terms of features with all LED lights at the front and rear, semi digital infotainment cluster, digital readouts on its two trip meters, odometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge and range indicator along with average and real time fuel efficiency.
Features on the DLX Pro also include Bluetooth connectivity with turn by turn navigation, music and calls on control along with Honda Selectable Torque Converter, a first in segment feature. The fuel tank is finished in a dual tone while the H’ness CB350 rides on wider 19 inch front and 18 inch rear tyres offering better on road stability.
Power and Performance
The new Honda cruiser bike receives its power via a 350cc, 4 stroke, OHC, single cylinder engine with PGM-FI technology. The engine offers 21 hp power at 5,500 rpm and 30 Nm torque at 3,000 rpm making the CB350 the torquiest motorcycle in its class.
The engine is mated to a 5 speed gearbox and gets assist and slipper clutch. Suspension is via telescopic fork in the front and twin-shock at the rear. Braking is via 310mm front and 240mm rear disc brakes with dual channel ABS.
Honda H’ness CB350 is on sale via the company’s Big Wing dealerships. Its competitors will include the Royal Enfield Classic 350, Meteor 350, Jawa Forty Two and Benelli Imperiale 400. More

2021 Honda Scoopy
2021 Honda Scoopy new generation scooter makes global debut – Has been launched in Indonesia

One of the popular scooters in Indonesia, Honda Scoopy has sold more than 4.5 million units since the time it was launched in the country in 2010. Honda has now launched the next-gen model that comes with a range of cosmetic upgrades and new features. It is available at a starting price of IDR 19.95 million, approximately INR 1.05 lakh.
Design and features
2021 Honda Scoopy is a lot more attractive in comparison to its predecessor. It has been designed in accordance with the styling needs of the fashion conscious young generation. A range of visual enhancements have been incorporated such as the oval shaped headlamp and tail lamp and splashier rear indicators. The new headlamp is also functionally relevant, as it comes with LED projector lighting system.

Next-gen Honda Scoopy is being offered in four variants, Sporty, Fashion, Stylish and Prestige. Each variant has its unique colour options such as Prestige white and black, Stylish brown and red, Fashion blue and cream and Sporty red and black.
Talking about comfort and convenience, new Scoopy gets a large 15.4 litre utility storage space beneath the seat. A USB charger has been added to the console box, allowing users to charge their mobile devices without the need for an additional adapter. Other key features include multi-function hook at the front and side stand indicator.
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In terms of safety & security, new Scoopy has been equipped with smart keys that offer answer back feature and anti-theft alarm. It also gets tubeless tyres and brake lock lever.
Scoopy engine
Powering Honda Scoopy is latest generation 110 cc, SOHC, programmed fuel injection engine that is capable of delivering 9 PS of max power at 7,500 rpm and 9.3 Nm of peak torque at 5,500 rpm. It comes with eSP (enhanced Smart Power), which not only boosts performance but also improves fuel efficiency. The scooter also gets ACG starter, which ensures smooth engine starts without the usual spluttering sound.

Another great feature is the advanced Idling Stop System (ISS) that turns the engine off when it is idle for more than 3 seconds. To restart, the user just needs to rev the accelerator. New Scoopy comes with a larger fuel tank that can hold 4.2 litres. As per EURO 3 testing standards, new Scoopy can travel 59 km per litre when used with ISS.
The scooter’s improved performance is also made possible with the new eSAF frame. The new frame offers multiple benefits such as better ergonomics, improved agility to tackle city traffic and lightweight for enhanced fuel efficiency.

It is not certain if Scoopy will be launched in the Indian market. Honda already has the top selling Activa in its portfolio, so, there’s limited possibility. More