2012 Auto Expo - Honda unveils 7 new models

Honda unveiled 7 new models at the Auto Expo 2012 against the 3 new models launched by  Hero Motocorp giving them a tuff competition in this segment.

If Hero MotoCorp is agressive in its strategy then Honda, the daddy of Hero seems to be even more aggressive. If Hero can only launch Honda’s models then Honda is capable of launching it’s international models in India

Out of these 7 products, 5 are for the Indian market and 2 are international imported bikes.




- Honda Yuga – 110cc
- Honda CBR150R
- New Honda CB Shine
- 2012 Honda CBR250R
- New Honda Dio Scooter
- VR1300CX
- CBR1000RR 2012.


The key focus for Honda was however the unveiling of their first mass motorcycle in India, the Dream Yuga, which will launch in May 2012. The Dream Yuga is powered by an 110cc engine making 9PS. Honda claims that it will return 72kmpl. Honda are providing the option of tubeless/tuff up tube. This bike will be available in three variants, kick/drum/spoke, kick/drum/alloy and self/drum/alloy. The bike looks quite similar to Honda 125cc commuter, the Shine and will come in five colour options.

The new Dio replaces its 102cc engine with the 110cc from the Activa. It now develops 9PS of power and along with certain technologies like reduced cooling fan diameter, valve spring load and roller rocker arm, Honda claims that it is 15 per cent more fuel efficient. The 2012 Honda Dio also gets tubeless tyres and combi-brakes. Honda claims that they have increased the leg space at the front as well. The refreshed Dio will be available for sale from end of January 2012.

Honda CB Shine has also been given a refresh with new graphics and a 3D emblem. The 2012 Shine also gets handle bar end weights, tuff up tube tyres and an option of a 240mm disc brake in the front.

Honda also launched a new tri-colour CBR 250R which will be available for sale in dealerships from February 2012.

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