Honda H’ness CB350 prices start at Rs 1.85 lakh

Honda 2Wheelers India (Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India-HMSI) has launched the H’ness-CB350 at a special starting price of Rs 1.85 lakh (ex-showroom, Gurugram, Haryana). The CB350 has several modern features and yet retains the classic old-world charm.

It comes with a dual-tone fuel tank which is only available in DLX Pro variant. The bike has a heritage inspired look. The front  alloy wheel  has seven Y shaped cutouts inside. It has 19-inch tyre in front while the rear tyre is 18 inches.

The specially designed exhaust system comes with a large tailpipe of 45mm that optimises balance with the muffler capacity, producing an unforgettable roar every time you wind on the throttle. Exhaust pipes are double skinned to prevent heat discoloration.

At the heart of H’ness-CB350 is a 350cc, 4 stroke OHC single-cylinder engine equipped with PGM-FI technology. The air cooling system in the engine maintains highly dense air intake to improve efficiency and keeps the engine temperature within ideal range. The piston cooling jet improves engines thermal efficiency which in return improves fuel efficiency. 

The engine produces a max torque of 30 Nm@3000 rpm. The main shaft coaxial balancer placed on the cylinder eliminates both primary and secondary vibrations.

THE H’NESS-CB350 COMES WITH 5 SEGMENT FIRST FEATURES:.

Segment First Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) supports the rider to mitigate rear wheel slip caused by abrupt throttle grip operations providing the rider a sense of security while riding in different conditions. It can be switched ON/OFF through a switch on the left side of meter. A ‘T’ indicator in the digital display flickers when the system is engaging.

Segment First Honda Smartphone Voice Control system (HSVCS) (in the DLX Pro variant only) allows riders to connect his smartphone with the motorcycle via Bluetooth through HSVCS application and toggle between the features such as navigation, music playback, phone calls, incoming messages and weather updates using buttons on the left side of the handlebar. To facilitate complete concentration on riding the information accessed will be communicated from the helmet headset speaker.

Segment First Assist and Slipper Clutch makes the gear shifts smoother while reducing clutch lever operation load ensuring less fatigue and more comfort during rides that involve frequent shifting. 

The heritage inspired Segment First Advanced Digital-Analogue Speedometer presents intelligent information on the go. It integrates details like HSTC, ABS, Side stand indicator with engine inhibitor, ECO indicator, HSVCS, gear position indicator and battery voltage meter. Adding more to the whole riding experience are fuel efficiency details displayed in 3 modes – real time mileage, average mileage and distance to empty.

Segment First Full LED Setup (both front & back) allows to cut through the dark streets in a style.

COMFORT & CONVENIENCE

Dual channel ABS prevents wheels from locking when brakes are applied in emergency or when operated on slippery roads. Anchoring the motorcycle is a large 310mm disc brake up front and 240mm rear disc. Chrome plated dual horn (only in DLX Pro variant)  not only add to rider’s convenience but also amplify the premium look.

Half-duplex cradle frame in steel pipe is used for a soft steering feel. Load allocated to the front is optimised by mounting the engine at low position to lower the centre of gravity, which immensely impacts the overall riding feel and maneuverability of the motorcycle. Segment first Engine Start/Stop Switch gives convenience to start/stop the engine with the flick of the same switch. For emergency stops & safety in low visibility conditions is Segment first Hazard Switch feature. Dual seat with superior cushioning provides a comfortable sitting to the rider on the go. Fuel tank capacity of 15 liters gives a sense of freedom from frequent pit-stops during long rides.