Honda CB350RS motorbike launched in India at Rs. 1.96 lakh
What's the story
Honda has unveiled the cafe racer version of its H'ness CB350 motorbike in India, namely the CB350RS. It carries a price-tag of Rs. 1.96 lakh.
The CB350RS shares its engine and platform with the H'ness CB350 while offering a sportier design and riding experience. It has a semi-digital instrument console, all LED lighting, dual-channel ABS, and Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC).
Here's our roundup.
At a glance
Honda CB350RS: Design and features
The Honda CB350RS offers a sporty-looking naked design, featuring a single-piece flat seat, a dual-tone fuel tank, an upswept exhaust, and circular rear-view mirrors.
For lighting, it has a rounded LED headlamp with eye-shaped LED winkers and a sleek LED taillight.
It also packs a semi-digital instrument console and offers 19-inch front alloy wheels and 18-inch rear alloy wheels.
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Honda CB350RS: Power and performance
The Honda CB350RS draws power from a BS6-compliant 348.36cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine that produces 21hp of maximum power and 30Nm of peak torque. The motor is linked to a 5-speed gearbox along with an assist-slipper clutch.
Safety
Honda CB350RS: Safety and suspension setup
The Honda CB350RS is equipped with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels along with dual-channel ABS and Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) system that helps in maintaining rear-wheel traction.
Suspension duties on the motorbike are taken care of by telescopic forks on the front side and twin shock absorbers on the rear.
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Honda CB350RS: Pricing and availability
In India, the new Honda CB350RS bears a price-tag of Rs. 1.96 lakh, making it Rs. 10,000 costlier than the H'ness CB350. The bike will be sold via the company's BigWing dealerships and is currently available for bookings.