Honda Beat Scooter Patented in India; Launch Soon?

Honda has filed a patent application in India for the Beat, which is already offered in a few foreign countries, such as Thailand and Indonesia. While exact details are currently unknown, the patent design illustration hints that the scooter will be similar to its international counterpart. The Beat has a more athletic appearance and large 14-inch wheels, which set it apart from other Indian scooters. It features a unique headlamp design, a single-piece seat, sharp body panels, and a traditional floorboard. Given the Beat is positioned as a high-end scooter internationally, it gets distinctive features such as an anti-theft alarm, and keyless ignition. 

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On the mechanical front, the scooter is powered by a 109.5cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine (also powers the Activa) that produces 9bhp at 7,500rpm and 9.2Nm of torque at 6,000rpm. The figures are higher than those of the Activa (7.6bhp/8.90Nm). For suspension, the scooter features a single shock absorber at the back and a telescopic fork up front. It gets a front disc brake and CBS for braking. Other notable bits include 742mm seat height and 87 or 88 kg kerb weight, depending on the variant. 

Honda has a longstanding practice of obtaining patents for its global products in India. The automaker recently filed a patent for another globally-sold scooter, the NX125. Let's explore some features of the two-wheeler.

Honda NX125 Design Patented

The scooter exudes a modern, athletic, and youthful appeal with its single-piece seat and dual-LED headlamps. It features sharp cuts and creases, a USB charging outlet, two compact front-mounted storage sections, a completely digital LCD instrument console, and LED headlights, taillights, and indicators. 

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The NX125 is propelled by a 125cc single-cylinder engine that produces a peak power output of 8.7bhp at 7,500rpm and a maximum torque of 9.7Nm at 6,000rpm. It gets telescopic front forks, a single rear spring, a front disc and a rear drum brake, a 6-litre fuel tank, 110mm ground clearance, alloy wheels (12-inch front and 10-inch rear), and 106 kg kerb weight.