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Honda Hornet 2.0 User Reviews

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The Honda Hornet 2.0 uses a 184.4cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected engine producing 17hp and 15.7Nm. The engine is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox and an assist and slipper clutch.

Braking is handled by a 276mm front disc and 220mm rear disc, with dual-channel ABS as standard. The bike also gets Honda Selectable Torque Control to help manage rear-wheel spin.

The bike uses 17-inch alloy wheels with tubeless tyres, along with golden USD front forks and a rear monoshock. It has 168mm of ground clearance, a 790mm seat height and a 142kg kerb weight.

Equipment includes a TFT instrument console, Honda RoadSync, LED lighting, USB Type-C charging, hazard lights and a side-stand engine cut-off. The bike also gets a 12-litre fuel tank and a stress-free riding posture.

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GP•21 Apr 2026
2/5

If you are looking for an automatic car, go with CVT technology. Don't take AMT as it has gear lagging issues.

Honda Hornet 2.0 Images

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•44w

I currently ride a 2017 Honda CB Hornet 160R Special Edition and often face gear shifting issues while downshifting in traffic that remain unresolved. I want to upgrade my bike with a budget of around ₹2 lakhs on-road in Delhi. My daily run is about 50 km with a highway and city mix, and I want mileage of 40 km/l or more. I prefer bikes with a muscular, bulky tank and overall bulky appearance. I have shortlisted the MT-15, NX200, Hornet 2.0, Hunter, and Ronin. Kindly suggest.

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•36w

Since you have owned a Honda motorcycle in the past, sticking with the brand and getting the Hornet 2.0 and NX200 will make sense. Both are decently peppy, refined, comfortable and fuel-efficient machines which should be reliable in the long run. The Yamaha MT-15 will be the lightest machine on your list, and it is likely to also be the most fuel-efficient. Despite its small engine, it does offer a good level of performance. You should also take a look at the XSR155 because this is a more spacious motorcycle while being mechanically very similiar to the MT.The TVS Ronin and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will have the most comfort and will be different to ride than the other bikes owing to their relaxed engines. Do bear in mind that you are unlikely to see a fuel economy figure of 40kpl unless you ride very sedately on either of them. Since the machines you have shortlisted are very diverse, we'd recommend a test ride of all before you make a decision.

Honda Bikes Hornet 2.0
Honda Bikes NX200
Yamaha MT-15 Ver 2.0
Yamaha XSR155
TVS Ronin
Royal Enfield Hunter 350
•1w

Is Bajaj Pulsar 220F a good choice for daily commute of 50km?

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•1w

In isolation, the Bajaj Pulsar 220F is a proven workhorse with a punchy engine, comfortable rider's traingle position and good highway stability, which makes it well-suited for longer daily runs. It is also relatively affordable to maintain and has a wide service network, which is important for a high-mileage commuter.That said, the 220F is now nearly 2 decades old and has only seen regulatory and minor feature-related updates since. It does not offer the refinement or modern features of newer-generation bikes in the segment. If your commute is mostly highway and you don't mind the old-school feel of the 220F, it can make sense for you. However, if you are looking for a more modern package with better refinement, consider Bajaj's own Pulsar N250, the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V or Honda Hornet 2.0 as similiarly-priced and comparable alternatives. Try to take a test ride of all four before you make your decision to see where your preferences lie.

Bajaj Pulsar 220F
Bajaj Pulsar N250
TVS Apache RTR 200 4V
Honda Bikes Hornet 2.0
•16w

Is the Honda Hornet 2.0 better than the Bajaj Pulsar N160? I'm confused about which one to buy.

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•16w

Both the Honda Hornet 2.0 and Bajaj Pulsar N160 have similar performance and fuel economy in the real world, so picking between the two will boil down to which bike's design, comfort, features and overall ownership experience you prefer. The N160 is also considerably more affordable than the Hornet, and, at the Hornet's price, you could even consider the larger Pulsar N250.However, Honda bikes are generally known for their hassle-free ownership experience with bulletproof long-term reliability and low maintenance costs. Bajaj's ownership costs, too, are quite frugal, but service can be a point of friction.Take test rides of both bikes and also speak to your nearest authorised dealer and service center for both brands before you make your decision.

Honda Bikes Hornet 2.0
Bajaj Pulsar N160
Bajaj Pulsar N250