Unlike any of the other nation’s markets, the Indian market demand for two-wheelers is mostly concentrated around bikes with a displacement between 100 to 400cc maximum. This doesn’t mean the market for higher displacement bikes is small, but compared to lower segment displacement bikes it is small. On the other hand, there are more than 30 or 50 bikes models available on the market in the 150 to 180 segment. Honda has always been on the Indian market manufacturing and marketing top-quality two-wheelers in this segment and here is the list of the 5 best Honda bikes that you could consider purchasing.
1. Honda CB Unicorn 160 BS6
Honda CB Unicorn 160 is a bike from the Japanese brand recently updated with a BS6 Engine. it is available in 3 color variants.
| Engine | 162.7 CC 1-cylinder, SI, BS 6 |
| Fuel Supply | Fuel Injection |
| Maximum Power | 12.73 HP at 7,500 RPM |
| Peak Torque | 14 NM at 5,500 RPM |
| Transmission | 5 Speed gearbox |
| Clutch | Multi-plate Wet Clutch |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Forks |
| Rear Suspension | Hydraulic Mono-Shock |
| Front Brakes | 240 MM Disc |
| Rear Brakes | 130 MM Drum |
| ABS | Single Channel ABS |
| Weight | 140 KG curb Weight |
| Price (Ex-Showroom) | INR 93,593. |
Features Of Honda CB Unicorn 160 BS6
- BS6 Compliant Engine
- Mono-shock suspension
- fuel Injected Engine
- Single Channel ABS
- Reliable Engine
- 6 Years Warranty
2. Honda CB Unicorn 150
Yet another Unicorn model from the manufacturer Honda. However, unlike the above-listed model, this model comes with a lower displacement engine. A 150cc engine that could deliver a maximum of 13 and a half bhp power and a fuel efficiency of 60km/l.
Specs:
| Engine | 149.2cc 1-cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled |
| Fuel Supply | Carburetor |
| Maximum Power | 12.73 HP at 8,000 RPM |
| Peak Torque | 12.8 NM at 5,500 RPM |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Gearbox |
| Clutch | Multi Plates Wet Clutch |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Forks |
| Rear Suspension | Spring Loaded Hydraulic (Monoshock) |
| Front Brakes | 240 MM Disc |
| Rear Brakes | 130 MM Drum |
| ABS | 1 Channel |
| Weight | 146 KG |
| Price (Ex-Showroom) | INR 80,741. |
3. Honda X-Blade
Honda X-Blade is one of the latest 150 segment bikes available on the Indian market; this bike comes with excellent exterior style and a powerful engine that could deliver 14 bhp power and 40-50km/l fuel efficiency.
| Engine | 162.71cc 1-cylinder, 4-stroke, Air-cooled |
| Fuel Supply | Carburetor |
| Maximum Power | 13.93 BHP at 8,500 RPM |
| Peak Torque | 13.9 NM at 6,500 RPM |
| Transmission | 5 Speed Gearbox |
| Clutch | Wet Multi-Plate |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic |
| Rear Suspension | Mono-Shock |
| Front Brakes | 276 MM Disc |
| Rear Brakes | 130 MM Drum |
| ABS | Single-Channel |
| Weight | 142 KG ABS |
| Price (Ex-Showroom) | INR 89,136 |
Honda Xblade Features
- Sporty & Stylish Design
- Powerful Engine
- Dual Outlet Exhaust Muffler With Chrome Finnish
- ABS
- Front Petal Disc Brake
- Fully Digital Instrument Cluster
- Alloy Wheels
- Tubeless Tyres
- ALL-LED Headlamps
- LED Tail Lamps
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4. Honda CB Hornet 160R
If you love street fighter and commuter-style bikes, then we bet you are going to love the Honda CB Hornet 160R. With a 160cc displacement engine that could deliver a maximum of 15 bhp power and excellent power to weight ratio.
| Engine | 162.71cc single-cylinder, air-cooled |
| Fuel Supply | Carboretuer |
| Maximum Power | 14.9 BHP at 8,500 RPM |
| Peak Torque | 14.5 NM at 6,500 RPM |
| Transmission | 5 Speed |
| Clutch | Wet Multi-plate |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Forks |
| Rear Suspension | Hydraulic Mono-Shock |
| Front Brakes | 276 MM ABS |
| Rear Brakes | 130MM Drum / 220 MM Disc |
| ABS | Single Channel ABS |
| Weight | 140 KG |
| Price (Ex-Showroom) | Rs 93,042 INR to Rs 95,542 INR |
Honda Hornet 160R Features
- Stylish Muscular Design
- Powerful Engine
- Hazard Light Switch
- 5 Split Alloy Wheels
- ABS With Petal Disc Brakes
- 140mm Wide Rear Tyre
- All LED Headlamps
5. Honda PCX
Indian market is not that familiar with 150 cc scooters, yes; the Honda PCX 150 is one of the upcoming two-wheelers that could deliver a maximum of 13.4 bhp and a comparatively good fuel efficiency.
Specs:
| 2-Wheeler Type | Scooter |
| Engine cc (Displacement) | 153 cc |
| Maximum Power | 13.4 BHP |
| Maximum Torque | 14 NM |
| Number of Cylinders | 1 |
| Number of Gears | Automatic |
| Seat Height | 760 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 138 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 130 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 8 liters |
- The engine incorporated could deliver a maximum of 13.4 bhp power
- Has an automatic gearbox
- The bike has an overall height of 1103 mm
- Comes with a disc with 3 piston caliper and drum brakes in the front and rear could maximum stopping efficiency
- Telescopic forks and Monoshock suspension in the front and back that deliver top riding comfort
- Comes with wheels of size R14 inches
- Designed to acquire a maximum speed of 112 km/h
Expected price – INR 90000/-approx
The 150 to 180cc segment bikes are where Indian two-wheeler market sale is concentrated too. There are many reasons for it and you would be reading this article because you are here for the best 150 to 180cc Honda bikes. Consider purchasing any one of the bikes and you will not regret it.
