The Honda PCX 150 is one of the manufacturer’s most popular offerings in South East Asian countries. While it is highly unlikely to be launched in India anytime soon, we take a look at all of the specifications and features of the intriguing Honda PCX 150.
Design
The PCX 150 incorporates a maxi-scooter design which consists of a large fascia and underbone structure. It sports a large windscreen and a full-LED headlamp with uniquely-designed LED turn indicators. The PCX 150 also gets a large seat with a tapered rear section that ends in an ‘X’ shaped LED tail lamp. The scooter’s edgy styling is further complemented by the 14-inch, 8-spoke alloy wheels at both ends.
Engine
The Honda PCX 150 is powered by a 149cc, liquid-cooled, SOHC engine that gets the company’s PGM-Fi fuel-injection system. The motor is capable of producing 13.3bhp of power and 14Nm of torque and comes mated to a CVT gearbox. Honda has also equipped the PCX 150 with a idle-start stop system to help conserve fuel. Interestingly, Honda also offers the PCX as a hybrid and fully-electric scooter in some international markets.
Loaded with features
Honda has equipped the PCX 150 with some interesting features. Apart from the full-LED lighting, it gets a key fob that has a lock/unlock button, find-me light, and anti-theft system. Furthermore, it also gets a ‘Smart Controller’ which is essentially a knob that acts as an ignition and kill switch, handle-lock as well as boot and fuel-lid opening switch. The Honda PCX also comes with an USB charger in the glove box and a fascinating welcome light, similar to the one found on car doors.
In terms of storage, the PCX 150 comes with a large 28-litre underseat capacity that can easily store a full-face helmet. Moreover, it also offers a fully-digital instrument cluster which displays speed, odometer, tachometer, clock and fuel gauge apart from other information.
Suspension and Braking
The maxi-scooter uses 31mm telescopic forks upfront and a pair of shocks at the rear for suspension duties. Meanwhile, braking hardware consists of 220mm disc for the front and a 130mm drum brake at the rear assisted by a combined braking system (CBS).The PCX 150 offers a seat height of 764mm and tips the scales at 131kg.
