Honda 2W Records 82% Year-on-Year Total Sales Growth in February, Sells Over 4.58 Lakh Units
Honda aims to add more models with export potential to its inventory in India. It is expected that by year's end, scrambler and ADV variants built on its CB350 platform will go on sale.
By Reetika Bhatt
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) recently reported that their dispatches for February 2024 stood at over 4.59 lakh units, representing an 86 per cent YoY sales growth. There were 4.14 lakh units sold domestically and a total of 44,744 units exported. According to the company, exports increased by 122 per cent over the same period last year, while domestic sales soared by 82 per cent year-on-year (YoY) for the month. The two-wheeler maker further stated that its dispatches for January this year were more than 4.19 lakh units, comprising 36,883 units exported and over 3.82 lakh units sold domestically.
Meanwhile, the manufacturer recently participated in the first-ever Bharat Mobility Expo 2024 last month. The company showcased electric scooters from Honda Power Pack Energy India with swappable batteries and flex-fuel vehicles made especially for the domestic market. The bikemaker further seeks to add more models with export potential to its inventory in India. It is expected that by year's end, scrambler and ADV variants built on its CB350 platform will go on sale. Read on to learn about more recent updates regarding HMSI.
Honda NX500 Arrives in India
The most recent Honda model to go on sale in India was the brand-new NX500. The initial introductory price of the model is set at Rs 5.90 lakh (ex-showroom). Now that the Japanese bikemaker has discontinued production of the CB500X, the NX500 is the only middleweight adventure tourer offered in India. It is important to note that Honda decided to import the NX500 since it is a completely built-up (CBU) vehicle. You can bring home the NX500 in Grand Prix Red, Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic, or Pearl Horizon White, three striking colour options.
Design-wise, the NX500 exudes a rugged adventure tourer vibe with its rally bike-inspired front fairing, roomy 17.5-litre fuel tank, and well-proportioned rear end. Long bike rides appear comfortable and convenient owing to the upright design and spacious seat. The motorcycle boasts numerous remarkable features, including all-LED headlights and taillights, a five-inch colour TFT screen, Bluetooth, and navigation. Furthermore, the manufacturer equipped the NX500 with a switchable traction control system to make riding as safe as possible.
Mechanically, the new bike is powered by a potent DOHC 471cc parallel twin-cylinder engine with outstanding liquid cooling. With 47bhp of maximum power at 8,600rpm and 43Nm of peak torque at 6,500rpm, the motor delivers a swift and agile performance. It has a 6-speed transmission and a slip-and-assist clutch, which reduces the effort and strain of shifting gears for the rider. Additionally, by providing an extra degree of stability and control, traction control improves the riding experience. The Benelli TRK 502, which costs Rs 5,000 less than the Honda model, is one of the primary rivals in this price range.
