The much-anticipated Honda CB350 neo-classic motorcycle has finally been launched in the Indian market. The motorcycle is available in 2 variant – Deluxe and Deluxe Pro – priced at Rs 1.85 lakh and Rs 1.90 lakh (ex-showroom, Gurugram) respectively. The new CB350 directly rivals the segment-leader Royal Enfield Classic 350 and other classics including the Jawa and the Benelli Imperiale.
To be sold through Honda Big Wing dealership network, the new Honda H’ness CB350 is available with 6 years warranty package (3 years standard warranty + 3 years optional extended warranty). The Deluxe variant is available in 3 monotone colour options – Precious Red Metallic, Pearl Night Star Black and Matte Marshal Green Metallic. On the other hand, the CB350 Deluxe Pro variant is 3 dual-tone colour schemes – Athletic Blue Metallic with Virtuous White, Pearl Night Star Black with Spear Silver Metallic and Matte Steel Black Metallic with Matte Massive Grey Metallic. Also See – Honda CB350 – 10 things to know
Powering the new Honda CB350 is a 348.36cc, single-cylinder air-cooled engine paired to a 5-speed gearbox. This engine is capable of producing 20.78bhp of power at 5,500rpm and a peak torque of 30Nm at 3,000rpm. The main shaft coaxial balancer is positioned on the cylinder, which is claimed to eliminate both primary and secondary vibrations. The motorcycle has a large tailpipe of 45mm that produces a low-pitched sound. The chamber will deliver a rich thumping exhaust note, while the exhaust pipes are double skinned to prevent heat discoloration.
For braking duties, the Honda CB350 gets 310mm front disc and 240mm rear disc brakes. Dual-channel ABS system comes as standard. The motorcycle rides on 19-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel shod with 100/90 and 130/70 section tyres respectively. Based on the Half Duplex Cradle chassis, the new CB350 has telescopic forks at the front and twin-hydraulic shock absorbers at the rear.
The new CB350 is equipped with 5 segment first features – Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), Honda Smartphone Voice Control System (HSVCS), Assist and Slipper Clutch, Advanced Digital-Analogue Speedometer and full LED setup. The speedometer integrates details like HSTC, ABS, side stand indictor, Eco indicator, HSVCS, gear position indicator, and battery volate meter. This also shows real time mileage, average mileage and distance to empty.
The new Honda CB350 design highlights include round LED headlamps and LED turn indicators, flat handlebars, large wheel, dual-tone fuel tank, sinle low-seat, old school tail-piece, long exhaust pipe and dual-tone colour schemes with contrasting brown saddle. Exhaust, mirrors and fenders are finished in chrome.
