New Honda CB Hornet 160R showcased in India

Honda expanded its Indian portfolio as it unveiled the new CB Hornet 160R in India. The Honda CB Hornet 160R was part of the four new bikes launched by the Japanese two-wheeler giant in a special event called Revfest. While the Honda Unicorn 160 has been targeted towards mature 150cc segment buyers, the new Honda CB Hornet 160R will try to please the youngsters. The new Honda CB Hornet 160R gets a sportier design language with muscular fuel tank, sleeker exhaust muffler, chunky rear tyre, X-shaped tail lamp and beefy tank shrouds. Powering the new CB Hornet 160R will be the same motor as seen on the Unicorn 160. The 163.7cc; air-cooled motor churns out 14.5PS of max power and peak torque rating of 14.6Nm. Power is transmitted to the rear wheel by a 5-speed gearbox. Going by the experience we had on the Unicorn 160, expect the new Honda CB Hornet 160R to have good performance. 

The engine will also sport the patented HET technology that reduces frictional losses and improves fuel efficiency. Honda claims an overall fuel efficiency figure of xx kmpl. Being a sportier offering, the riding posture of the new motorcycle is a bit sporty with slightly rear-set footpegs. Suspension parts remain unchanged with telescopic front forks and mono-shock unit at the back. Braking will be done by petal disc brake at front and rear while CBS will be an optional extra. The Honda CB Hornet 160R in all probability will replace the Honda CB Trigger from our market. The new bike will compete against Suzuki Gixxer, Yamaha FZ-S FI, Hero Xtreme Sports and TVS Apache RTR 160.