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Honda CB Hornet 160R (2018)

CB Hornet 160R (2018)
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The Honda CB Hornet 160R is probably the least capacity bike from the Hornet series of Honda. The Hornet 160R is based on the concept CX-01 showcased by Honda at the Auto Expo. The Hornet is featured with petal disc brakes, which is also available in rear disc brake option along with CBS in the premium variant.

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Honda CB Hornet 160R (2018) Overview

The Motorcycle which has no Engine Kill switch gets a single channel ABS and Hazard light. Yes, it is a confusing world we live in but nonetheless let’s get into the overview of the bike. CB Hornet 160 R has been updated for the 2018 and it brings quite some few changes along with it. Read on to find out about them in our overview of the 2018 model.

Engine: There is no change in the engine department and it still uses a single cylinder 4-stroke 162 cc engine with 2 valves and air cooling. The engine uses a carburetor for fuel supply and it produces 15.09 PS @8500 RPM and 14.5 Nm @6500 RPM. It has a 5-speed gearbox which feels pretty smooth but all the gears are positioned pretty high. There is very less low-end punch and it’s only after the mid-range when the bike comes alive.

The Engine feels refined and smooth than the previous generations and it feels comfortable at the speed of 90 km/h. Although the chassis of the bike is capable of even higher speeds the engine runs out of breath. The engine returns decent fuel economy at around 40-45 km/l. It can be used for touring but those people who deliberately ride a little fast to keep their focus sharp will start to feel fixated after sometimes.

Chassis and suspension: The ride quality of the bike is just phenomenal; CB Hornet uses a diamond frame which feels sturdy and flexes free. Suspensions have been finely tuned for Indian roads as they absorb every pothole that they encounter. They are stiff enough for highway use as well and keep the bike stable even at the speed of 100 km/h. In short, the ride quality of CB Hornet is great and is easily comparable to Yamaha FZ 2.0. The seating position of the bike upright and comfortable.

Electrical and Safety: The 2018 model gets a redesigned LED headlamp and it looks complimentary to the X-Shaped tail light. Safety in the bike has also been upgraded with the inclusion of single-channel ABS and it works pretty well. Even if the road has a little bit of gravel or dirt, the ABS still manages to slow you down. The CBS model is also available and is priced below the ABS one. The bike also comes equipped with a Hazard light switch which is pretty neat.

Verdict:

It lacks a punchy performance and is not very fast either. The engine is pretty smooth and the chassis is pretty stable as well. The addition of ABS is definitely a plus point and makes it a lot safer to ride. So if you want a good-looking, comfortable and safe motorcycle which lacks performance then go for Honda CB Hornet 160R.

Honda CB Hornet 160R (2018) Specifications


GENERAL:  
Price Rs. 82,095 (ex-showroom, Delhi)
Launched Dec, 2015
ENGINE:  
Engine Displacement 162.71 CC
Engine Type Air cooled, 4 stroke
Number Of Cylinders 1
Valves Per Cylinder 2
Max Power 15.9 PS @8500 rpm
Max Torque 14.8 Nm @6500 rpm
Bore x Stroke 57.30 x 63.09 mm
Fuel Type Petrol
Starter Electric-Kick
TRANSMISSION:  
Transmission Type Manual
Number Of Speed Gears 5
Final Drive (Rear Wheel) Chain
WHEELS & TYRES:  
Front Tyre (Full Spec) 100/80-17 Tubeless
Rear Tyre (Full Spec) 140/70-17 Tubeless
BRAKES:  
Front Brake Type 276 mm Disc
Rear Brake Type 220 mm Disc
SUSPENSION:  
Suspension Front Telescopic forks
Suspension Rear Monoshock Damper with adjustable preload
DIMENSIONS:  
Overall Length 2041 mm
Overall Width 783 mm
Overall Height 1067 mm
Wheelbase 1345 mm
Ground Clearance 164 mm
Kerb Weight 142 kg
Fuel Capacity 12.0 Litres

Honda CB Hornet 160R (2018) Reviews

Comparative Review: Honda Hornet Vs Suzuki Gixxer

Aug 1, 2016
These are the latest motorcycles from the two manufacturers which helped changing the fortune of their respective manufacturers in India. So how do these motorcycles ride and perform when we put them on the test with each other? Read on to find out.

Honda CB Hornet 160R Road Test Review

May 5, 2016
The Hornet loves to be revved hard and it is close to the redline that the bike really comes to life. We feel it is best to ride the bike between 80 km/h to 100 km/h which it does effortlessly. With such less NVH levels, top-end performance and a butter smooth engine and gearbox, the Hornet performs really well.

Honda CB Hornet 160R First Ride Review

Dec 27, 2015
Swing your leg over the saddle and you'll be baffled by the level of comfort the seat offers. Though it has single seat, it's very comfortable up front. Based on the mechanicals of the Unicorn 160 and tuned for class leading power and torque, the Hornet carried an all new design language introduced with the Unicorn 160 and carried on to basic commuters like the Livo.

Comparison- Honda CB Hornet 160R Vs Suzuki Gixxer Vs Yamaha FZ-S V 2.0

Dec 12, 2015
With the launch of Honda CB Hornet 160R we have a competitor in the 150cc class which has come when the brands like Yamaha FZ -Fi and Suzuki Gixxer already reigning in the same segment. Let’s check it out how the new Honda CB Hornet 160R fares against the rest of the competition.

Honda CB Hornet 160R- An Overview

Aug 6, 2015
Honda has Unveiled the CB Hornet 160R at the RevFest, which literally made people's jaws fall on the floor. The overall design has been a modified version of the CX-01 concept, with Honda's new and refreshing design language to top with. Once launched, this will compete with the likes of the Yamahas and Suzukis which have been dominating this section of the sales chart.

Honda CB Hornet 160R (2018) News

Honda Launches CB Hornet 160R

Honda Launches CB Hornet 160R

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Honda Reveals CB Hornet 160R At Revfest

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