Honda X Blade 160 ABS Price, Specifications, Features
Honda X Blade 160cc motorcycle is now available in non-ABS and ABS variants.
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has introduced a new ABS version of its 160cc sport bike – the X Blade. While the non-ABS model of the bike is priced at Rs 79,768, the ABS variant costs Rs 87,776 (all, ex-showroom Delhi). Just so you know, the official bookings of the Honda X-Blade were commenced after its unveiling at this year’s Auto Expo and deliveries were begun from March, 2018.
In the company’s product lineup, the Honda X Blade sits between the Honda CB Unicorn 160 and the Honda CB Hornet 160R. In the 150cc bike segment, the X-Blade locks horns against the new 2018 TVS Apache RTR 160, Bajaj Pulsar NS160, Suzuki Gixxer and Yamaha Fazer V.20 FI. For the record, Honda claims that the new X Blade has youthful appeal and sporty looks and it is born to transform the ride of millennial and success-oriented generation-Z.
Honda X Blade 160 Key Features
– Robo-face LED headlamp (first-in-class)
– Street-tech digitial meter
– Dual outlet muffler
– Razor edged LED taillamp
– Matte black tank shrouds
– Wide rear tyre
– Long seat
– Sharply-designed grab rail
– Hazard switch
– Low maintenance seal chain
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Honda X Blade 160 Price In India
Honda revealed price of the bike at the Auto Expo 2018 in February, followed by its booking announcement. Initially, the Honda X Blade 160 was made available in a single non-ABS variant that costs Rs 79,059. Now, the company added the new ABS version to the model lineup priced at Rs 87,776. That means, the ABS variant is around Rs 8,000 more expensive than the non-ABS model. Please note that all prices are ex-showroom.
Honda X Blade 160 Specifications
| Engine | 162.71cc, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Max Power | 13.93bhp @ 8,500rpm |
| Max Torque | 13.9Nm @ 6,000rpm |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
Powering the all-new Honda X Blade 160 is the brand’s tried and tested 162.71cc, single-cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled engine. The same motor does duty in the CB Hornet 160. Benefited with Honda Eco Technology(HET), the X Blade is claimed to deliver best-in-class power and a good low end torque along with “high acceleration” and sporty performance. The 162.71cc motor is paired to a 5-speed gearbox with 1-down 4 up shift pattern delivering power to the rear wheel. The link-type gear shifter ensures precise and smooth sifts. It pushes out a maximum power output of 13.93bhp at 8,500rpm, while generating a peak torque of 13.9Nm at 6,000rpm. Read – Honda PCX Electric Scooter Is Coming To India
Honda X Blade 160 Mileage
On the CB Hornet, the 162.71cc, single-cylinder engine returns a fuel efficiency of around 50kmpl. Since the X Blade shares its powertrain with the former, it is as fuel efficient as its donor sibling.
Honda X Blade 160 Design
Sporting aggressive styling, the new X Blade 160cc motorcycle is aimed at young buyers. The bike features a segment-first ‘Robo-Face’ LED headlamp, which is said to be first-in-segment. This headlamp unit has nine LED position lamps ensure brighter light throw than halogen units. Design bits such as muscular sculpted fuel tank with chiselled character, sharply designed grab rails, matte black tank shrouds, a wide rear tyre, matte black side panels and dual outlet muffler with a chrome tip are more to its sporty appearance. Read About – 2018 Honda CB Shine SP, Dream Yuga & Livo
The motorcycle also gets a new fully digital instrument console that shows service due indicator, a gear position indicator and a digital clock. While the bike misses out on a kill switch, it gets a hazard light switch. The motorcycle sits on 1,347mm long wheelbase, and rides on 100mm front and wider 130mm tubeless rear tyres. The rear tyre enhances stability in bad roads and ensures comfort during longer rides. The ground clearance of the bike stand at 160mm. Carrying a kerb weight of 140kg, Honda’s 160ccc bike offers a fuel tank capacity of 12-litres. Braking is done via a single 276mm disc front and 130mm rear drum brakes. Suspension mechanism includes telescopic forks up front and monoshock rear setup.
Honda X Blade Colours
The new Honda 160cc motorcycle is available in five paint jobs – Matte Marvel Blue Metallic, Matte Frozen Silve Metallic, Pearl Spartan Red, Pearl Igneous Black and Matte Marshal Green Metallic.
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