Honda Navi sales cross 10,000 units

If there was one two-wheeler that had made the biggest impact despite its puny size at the 2016 Auto Expo, it had to be the Honda Navi. The Honda Navi is an interesting mix between a scooter and a motorcycle albeit in a small package. The underpinning of the two-wheeler is that of the Honda Activa while the styling is similar to a mini-bike or popularly known as a monkey bike. The Honda Navi was a bold statement for the Japanese two-wheeler giant which has been conservative in its approach in the Indian market. 

There was lot of speculation whether the first Honda two-wheeler to be developed in India will appeal to the masses owing to its quirky nature. Gladly for Honda, the Navi has clicked as the two-wheeler has registered sales of over 10,000 units within two months of deliveries commencing. The above number doesn’t seem significant when one compares it to that of the Honda Activa but the fact that consumers are experimenting with their choice is a healthy sign for Honda. The Honda Navi is powered by the tried and tested 110cc, air-cooled motor as seen on the Activa generating 8PS and 9Nm of torque which is marginally higher than the Activa. Since the body panels are fibre, the Navi tips the scale at just 101kg making it among the lightest two-wheelers on sale in India. Fuel efficiency figure claimed by Honda is in excess of 60kmpl while it gets an external fuel tank unlike the under seat unit as seen on its scooter sibling. The Honda Navi has been priced at Rs 39,500 ex-showroom Delhi with a whole range of accessories expected to be launched soon.