Honda two-wheeler had launched the Highness CB350 Classic motorcycle in the Indian market on October 8, 2020. The new model is positioned against the Royal Enfield Classic 350 and the Jawa. We informed you earlier that the company is readying a new cafe racer motorcycle based on the CB350, which could go on sale in early 2021.
A new media report suggests that Honda is also developing a new Scrambler based on the Highness CB350. The news about the new Honda CB350 Scrambler was published on the reputed Japanese magazine – Young Machine. The report claims that the Scrambler will launch next summer – after the new Highness CB350 launches in Japan.
The new Honda Highness CB350 based Scrambler and Cafe racer bikes will only need visual makeovers and few hardware changes. Both models will use the CB350’s chassis and engine. The Cafe Racer is expected to receive clip-on handlebar, a racing cowl and a single-seat layout, while the Scrambler will have wire-spoke wheels and a high-set exhaust with a head shield. Young Machine has also released a rendering, which shows the possible design of the Scrambler.
Like the Classic, the CB350 based Cafe Racer and Scrambler will use the 348cc single-cylinder engine that churns out 21bhp of power and 30Nm of torque. It will be paired to a 5-speed gearbox.
For braking, it gets 310mm and 240mm disc front and rear brakes respectively. Suspension system includes a telescopic fork at the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear. The motorcycles will share features like Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), Honda Smartphone Voice Control System (HSVCS), Assist and Slipper Clutch, Advanced Digital-Analogue Speedometer and full LED setup from the CB350.
Video – Honda CB350 First Look
