Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) on Monday launched the 2023 Hornet 2.0 motorcycle with an OBD2-compliant engine. Its engine unit now uses multiple sensors to monitor components that can affect the emissions performance of the bike. When a malfunction is detected, a warning light will illuminate on the instrument panel.
Engine Power
The new 2023 Honda Hornet 2.0 motorcycle gets a 184.40 cc, 4 stroke, single-cylinder BS6 OBD2-compliant PGM-FI engine. This engine generates power of 12.70 kW and peak torque of 15.9 Nm. The company has optimized the intake and exhaust components of the bike for stronger acceleration and better rideability.
Bike Design Update
HMSI has also made some design and feature updates in the 2023 version of the motorcycle. It has new graphics and a heavy tank, the purpose of which is to enhance the sporty character of the bike and its presence on the road. An all-LED lighting system further adds to its styling and reliability. The split seat and placement of the key on the tank enhance rider comfort.
The sportiness is enhanced with a short muffler and 10-spoke alloy wheel design along with aluminum finished foot pegs. Meanwhile, the aerodynamic design gives better ride stability.
Advanced Technology
- Powerful 184.40cc, 4 stroke, single-cylinder BSVI OBD2 compliant PGM-FI engine
- New assist and slipper clutch for smoother gear shifts and to enhance rider’s safety
- Golden Up-side Down (USD) front fork – a first in the sub-200cc motorcycle segment
- Fully Digital instrument panel with advanced information and 5 levels of brightness
- Petal disc brakes at the front & rear with a single-channel ABS for augmented protection
Features Update
The motorcycle now gets a new assist and slipper clutch that makes upshifts smoother and automatically manages rear wheel lock-up on hard downshifts while decelerating the bike. As a segment-first feature, the bike has been given a golden up-side down (USD) front fork.
Safety Features
Dual petal disc brakes front and rear with single-channel ABS enhance rider safety. Mono shock rear suspension helps in maintaining the center of gravity. Other safety features include wide tubeless tires – 110 mm at the front and 140 mm at the rear, engine-stop switch, hazard light, side stand indicator and sealed chain.
Special Warranty Package
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India is also offering a special 10-year warranty package on the new 2023 Hornet 2.0. This includes a standard warranty of three years along with an optional warranty of seven years.
SPECIAL VALUE PROPOSITION
The new 2023 Hornet 2.0 OBD2 has been attractively priced at Rs. 1,39,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi). HMSI is also offering a special 10-year warranty package (3-year standard + 7-year optional) on the motorcycle
| Variants | Hornet 2.0 OBD2 Double Disc |
|---|---|
| Price (ex-showroom, Delhi) | Rs. 1,39,000 |
| Color options | Pearl Igneous Black, Matte Sangria Red Metallic, Matte Marvel Blue Metallic and Matte Axis Grey Metallic |
Introducing Honda’s latest offering, Tsutsumu Otani, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “In line with the government’s regulations, HMSI has been aggressively working on upgrading its product line-up to comply with the latest norms. Today marks a significant milestone as we launch the OBD2 compliant 2023 Hornet 2.0. Since its launch in 2020, the Hornet 2.0 has received tremendous response and we are confident that it will further bolster its position in the market.”
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