Honda Hornt 2.0 : The Honda Hornet 2.0 is currently a head turner in the Indian motorcycle segment for aggressive looks, smooth performance and pleased mileage.
Tailor-made for young riders and everyday commuters, the Hornet 2.0 is a machine that fuses style, efficiency and the joys of everyday usability.
Honda has pitched the Hornet 2.0 as a value-conscious 180-200 bike at heart a commuter but in soul a streetfighter.
Sporty and Muscular Design
With its aggressive and sporty design the Hornet 2.0 immediately catches attention.
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Alloy wheels, golden USD front forks and sharp rear fender make it look up market and sporty, unlike normal commuters.
Iron Fist in a Velvet Glove of an Engine
The Hornet 2.0 is powered by a 184.40cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled BS6-compliant engine that produces 17.26 PS of maximum power at 8500 rpm and 15.9 Nm peak torque at 6000 rpm.
This engine is also connected to a slick 5-speed transmission which delivers effortless performance and relaxed highway cruising.
Throttle response is snappy and the bike pulls really hard in the lower gears – giving you a sporty riding experience yet forgiving for city traffic.
Great Mileage for a Sporty Bike
For all its sporty feel, the Hornet 2.0 provides great mileage of close to 55 kmpl (city road conditions combined with your riding style).
This makes it one of the most fuel efficient motorcycles available.Headforwards performance when you need itYes. This is what some of you might coming to realise.
Using an efficient tuning and Honda’s fuel injection system, it offers punchy pickup combined with practical fuel saving – something you won’t overlook particularly in your daily commutes.
Ride in Comfort and Handle with Street-Smarts
Its diamond type frame and well-balanced ergonomics ensures that you are always in control of your ride, whether you are maneuvering through city traffic or on a highway.
The seating position is upright with a tall set of handlebars and rear-set footpegs, for a comfortable and commanding riding position.
The USD front and monoshock rear suspension soaks in a lot of the road undulations and help make the ride more comfortable even over a battered road. The bike is also stable in turns and flickable in the city.
Loaded with Modern Features
To appeal to the tech-savvy riders of today, Honda has provided the Hornet 2.0 with a host of features. It is equipped with all-LED lighting: LED headlight, LED tail light and indicators for better visibility and style.
The fully digital negative LCD instrument shows information like speed, tachometer, gear position indicator, fuel gauge, trip meters, and digital clock. The cluster is also equipped with a shift light and haz switch for safety.
Braking and Safety
For anchorage, the Hornet 2.0 employs a 276mm petal disc up front and a 220mm disc at the back along with a single-channel ABS unit. This system provides sufficient braking for city and mild highway driving.
With the 140m rear tyre, it offers excellent road grip and confidence around bends, maintaining the bike’s stability even if you need to do something suddenly.
It’s not burdened with electronics but features all the basics to make riding safe.
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Pros
– Muscular streetfighter look with specialized LED lights and prized bodywork.
– Impressive mileage of 55 kmpl, which is a lot for this sporty range.
– The engine is quite refined and works well in the city and on highways.
– Comfortab comfotics and feel on the road for commuting/day trips.
– Fitted with high end equipment such as USD forks and digital console.
Cons
– No dual-channel ABS, something offered by a few rivals at a similar price.
No Bluetooth support, which is starting to find its way in this segment now.
Price is a little on the higher side than some of the 160cc rivals.
– Not too extended touring capability, may not be suitable for long rides with heavy load.
Honda Hornt 2.0 Final Verdict
Bathed in the Honda DNA, we are confident that our new offering will attract a large number of younger customers and excite them with its design and advanced technology.
It is looking for that middle ground – sharp design and high mileage, but without putting too much between comfort and reliability.
For those in search of a bike that looks like a sportster, rides silken and sips fuel – the Hornet 2.0 is among the better all-rounders in its multitudinous segment.