The Hornet 2.0 is a new addition to Honda’s India portfolio. It succeeds the CB Hornet 160R and sits above the smaller and more affordable X-blade. We recently spent some time with the larger Hornet and you can read about our experience here. Meanwhile, let’s check out some of the alluring pictures from the road test review of the Hornet 2.0.
While the new Hornet retains a stance and silhouette closely similar to its predecessor, it is essentially based on the CB190R which is sold in the international markets.
That’s quite evident in the new front fascia which is a tweaked version of the CB190R’s headlamp section. It looks more compact and geometric than the 160cc Hornet and is flanked by sleek LED blinkers on both sides.
Sitting right behind the headlamp cluster are the premium-looking golden upside down forks. While these aren’t technically required in small displacement machines, they do lend it a beefy visual appeal.
Then there’s the sculpted 12-litre fuel tank which is accompanied by muscular and sharp extensions with faux air intakes. This part of the bike makes it look quite chest-heavy and imposing.
All the information is displayed on a negative LCD console which shows only the basic data. However, it’s properly legible and gets five levels of brightness adjustment.
Powering the new Hornet is a 184cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine which churns out 17.03bhp and 16.1Nm. Maybe not on paper, but it impresses with its punch out in the real world. Transmission duties are handled by a five-speed gearbox.
The Hornet weighs a meagre 142kgs which makes it profoundly flickable in the traffic. Even around twists and turns, the precise steering response and agility mean it is a fairly fun ride.
The combination of efficient Nissin brakes and grippy MRF Nylogrip Zapper tyres inspire confidence and make the overall ride safer and more enjoyable.
