Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has increased prices of its newly-launched H’ness CB 350 modern-classic motorcycle. The model was launched in September 2020 in two variants – DLX and DLX Pro – priced at Rs 1.85 lakh and Rs 1.9 lakh respectively. Now after the price hike, the Honda CB 350 DLX variant costs Rs 1.86 lakh and the DLX Pro is priced at Rs 1.92 lakh. While the former gets expensive by Rs 1,500, the latter one witnessed a price hike of Rs 2,500. One must note that the aforementioned prices are ex-showroom.
Powering the new Honda CB350 is a 348.36cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that’s tuned for delivering a maximum power of 20.8bhp at 5,500rpm and a peak torque of 30Nm at 3,000rpm. The bike has a 5-speed gearbox for performing transmission duties. The model derives its braking power from a 310mm and a 240mm front and rear disc brakes respectively. Its suspension system includes a telescopic fork at the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear. The new Honda 350cc bike rides on 100/90-19 front and 130/70-18 rear tyres.
The Honda H’ness CB 350 offers several first-in-segment features including an assist and slipper clutch, Honda Smartphone Voice Control System (HSVCS) and Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC). The HSVCS system enables user connect smartphone to the motorcycle and access multiple features including phone calls, navigation, music and more. The bike comes with dual-channel ABS (anti-lock braking system). Read – Honda CB350 Scrambler Motorcycle In The Works
Design and styling of the new Honda CB 350 is inspired by yesteryear Honda CB motorcycles. Some of its key highlights include a round LED headlamp and sharply designed fuel tank with a large ‘Honda’ badge running across. The chrome bits on the engine fins and cases and chromed fenders, exhaust pipe and rear shock absorbers add more to its modern classic looks.
