Honda bikes in India (33)

Honda offers the widest two-wheeler range in India, covering commuter motorcycles, sporty bikes, retro roadsters, cruisers, adventure bikes, superbikes and electric scooters. Its range starts with the 99cc Shine 100 and extends to the 1,833cc Gold Wing Tour.

The idea for this wide range is simple: different riders want very different things from their motorcycles. For example, the Shine is built around simple everyday commuting that is light on fuel and easy to run. While an office-goer may put more value on comfort and want the relaxed character of the CB350 range, the NX500 is aimed at adventure touring. For someone buying a CBR1000RR-R SP superbike, it is more likely to be chasing performance and the thrill of riding.

Honda Bikes by Engine Capacity

Honda offers motorcycles across a wide range of engine capacities. Buyers can choose from small-capacity commuter bikes to large-capacity motorcycles designed for performance and touring.

• 100cc bikes: The Shine 100 and Shine 100 DX are Honda's entry-level commuter motorcycles, aimed at affordable everyday riding and good fuel efficiency.

• 110cc Scooters: The Livo and Activa 110 offer practical options for daily commuting, with the Livo using a manual gearbox and the Activa using an automatic transmission.

• 125cc bikes: The Shine 125, SP 125, CB125 Hornet and Activa 125 cover commuter and sporty requirements in the 125cc class.

• 160cc-200cc bikes: The Unicorn, SP160, Hornet 2.0 and NX200 offer more performance while remaining suitable for everyday road use.

• 350cc bikes: The CB350, CB350 H'ness, CB350RS and CB350C form Honda's retro-styled middleweight range.

• 400cc-500cc bikes: The NX500 offers a road-focused adventure touring option, while the upcoming CB500 and Rebel 500 add more choices in this capacity range.

• 750cc-1,000cc bikes: The CB750 Hornet, XL750 Transalp, Hornet 1000 SP and CBR1000RR-R SP cater to performance and adventure touring requirements.

• Large touring bike: The Gold Wing Tour sits at the top of Honda's range, with its 1,833 cc engine and automatic transmission.

Honda Commuter Bikes

Honda offers several bikes under 125cc that focus on fuel efficiency and low running costs. They are suited to daily commuters who want good mileage without spending too much on fuel.

Honda Retro Motorcycles: Design, Engine and Handling 

Honda retro bikes, including the CB350 series and the new CB500 big-single, stand out from rivals such as Royal Enfield with their lighter weight, smoother engines and lighter handling.

Engine Refinement: Honda’s air-cooled 350cc and 500cc long-stroke engines are smoother and have fewer vibrations at higher revs than traditional rivals.

Lighter Weight: Honda’s neo-retro motorcycles are generally lighter than comparable Royal Enfield models, making them easier to manoeuvre in city traffic and tight spaces.

Torque and Gearing: Royal Enfield models focus more on low-end torque, while Honda uses slightly taller gearing. This means more frequent gear changes, but also gives the bikes a smoother and more responsive feel.

Fit, Finish and Styling: Honda’s retro bikes use classic CB design elements such as sculpted fuel tanks, chrome fenders and brushed aluminium parts, along with modern features such as LED lighting.

Honda Adventure Bikes: Technology, Comfort and Practicality

Honda’s adventure range includes ADVs, crossovers such as the NX500 and tourers such as the Africa Twin, which focus on easy rideability, refinement and long-distance ability.
 

Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT): Honda offers its DCT on models such as the Africa Twin and X-ADV. It can shift gears automatically while also allowing the rider to take manual control when needed.

Road-Focused Practicality: Models such as the NX500 and Transalp are designed to be smooth and approachable on roads. They offer comfortable highway cruising and can also handle rough city roads, rather than being focused only on hardcore off-road riding.

Reliability and Engine Refinement: Honda’s adventure engines are known for smooth power delivery and strong low-end tractability. The range includes everything from 500cc parallel-twins to the 1,084cc engine used in the Africa Twin.

Adv Bikes with Everyday Utility: Honda also combines adventure styling with everyday practicality in models such as the ADV 160 and X-ADV. These bikes combine features such as rugged suspension and block-pattern tyres with scooter-style convenience and storage.