Honda discloses its brand new 160cc motorcycle X-Blade along with 10 exciting 2018 editions (6 domestic models and 4 global fun bikes). Reiterating the vision of Honda World’s largest motorcycle company with sales of about 19 million units last year in 120 countries, Mr. Takahiro Hachigo, President, CEO & Representative Director, Honda Motor Co., Ltd., Japan, said, “India being the largest motorcycle market for Honda now contributes almost one-third of Honda’s global motorcycle sales. Global Honda will continue to provide full support to our Indian motorcycle operations. By providing more advanced models with segment leading features, we will create higher value at a reasonable price and transform customer expectations into reality. As for our global, big “Fun bikes” which feature those advanced technologies, we will bring them to the Indian market much faster, better aligned to the global launch timing. This will help meet the more diverse customer needs in India.”
Honda’s brand new 160cc motorcycle X-Blade
Speaking about Honda product roadmap, Mr Minoru Kato, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., said, “Gaining maximum market share, Honda is set to cross 6 Million sales target this fiscal year. Our 3 brand new models of 2017-18 CLIQ, Africa Twin and GRAZIA are already well received in the Indian market. I am confident that India will experience street riding like never before on our 4‘” brand new offering X-Blade with leading segment first features. 2018 will be an exciting year for the two-wheeler industry and Honda is all set to transform the way India rides in future. ”
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Sharing how the excitement doesn’t end with XBLADE Honda’s last committed model of 2018, Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Senior Vice President Sales and Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., said, “Indian two-wheeler market is accepting scooters like never before. Leading from the front, ‘India loves Activa’. Giving the love back, Honda is delighted to introduce the fifth generation Activa 5G to give Joy of Riding to all generations.One Look is Enough” for Honda’s BRAND NEW 160cc St lish motorc cle “X-Blade”
With its youthful appeal and sporty looks, X-Blade is born to transform the ride of millennials and success-oriented Generation-Z.The stylish and aspirational all-new X-Blade cuts through the dark with its transformer-inspired futuristic LED headlight a segment first feature and sporty dual outlet port silencer.It’s aggressive and futuristic design is further accentuated by link type gear shifter, unique spilt grab rails, stylish alloy wheels, hugger fender and muscular graphics.Designed for those who stand out from the ordinary, the X-Blade strikes the perfect balancebetween sportiness and practicality. It is powered by the trusted 162.71 cc HET engine which promises legendary Honda refinement and reliability.The all new digital instrumentation comes with a Service Due Indicator and gear position indicator.The long 1,347 mm wheelbase and the wider 130 section tubeless rear tyre enhance stability in bad roads and ensures comfort during longer rides.X-Blade will be available in 5 colours options Matte Marvel Blue Metallic / Matte Frozen Silver Metallic / Pearl Spartan Red / Pearl Igneous Black and Matte Marshal Green Metallic.The X-Blade prices will be announced closer to its market availability in March 2018.
