
INTRODUCTION
Honda Shine is the most trusted, reliable and long term model from the HMSI. Recently it has got updations and the Honda Shine BS6 has been released. But has Honda done enough to catch up with the rest in this ultra-competitive Indian market? Let us see how Honda Shine performs and what is the end verdict about this 125cc.
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KEY SPECIFICATIONS

DISPLACEMENT
124cc

MILEAGE
60-64km/l

POWER
10.7PS @ 7,500rpm

TORQUE
11Nm @ 6,000rpm

FUEL SYSTEM
PGM-Fi

TANK CAPACITY
10.5 liters

REAR SUSPENSION
HYDRAULIC TYPE

KERB WEIGHT
115Kg
SPECIAL FEATURES
1
3+3 YEARS WARRANTY
2
SEAL CHAIN
3
5 STEP SUSPENSION
4
HET BS-VI ENGINE
5
AERO TYPE FUEL CAP
6
DC HEADLAMP
7
CBS WITH EQUALIZER
8
eSP TECHNOLOGY
9
FRICTION REDUCTION
10
HET TUBELESS TYRE
11
PGM-FI
12
SILENT START WITH ACG
Full Specifications
City | 55-60km/l |
Highway | 60-64km/l |
Speedometer | Analog |
Tachometer | No |
Tripmeter | No |
Fuel Guage | Yes |
Low Fuel Indicator | Yes |
Low Battery Indicator | No |
Low Oil Indicator | No |
Start Type | Electric / Kick Start |
Kill Switch | Yes |
Clock | No |
Pass Light | Yes |
ABS | No |
Stand Alarm | No |
Tyres (F) | 80/100-18 M/C 47P, Tubeless |
Tyres (R) | 80/100-18 M/C 54P, Tubeless |
Brakes (F) | Disc 240mm, Drum 130mm |
Brakes (R) | Drum 130mm |
Type | Diamond Type |
Front Suspension | Telescopic |
Rear Suspension | Hydraulic Type |
Wheelbase | 1285mm |
Ground Clearance | 162mm |
Length x Width x Height | 2046mm x 737mm x 1116mm |
Kerb Weight | 114kg |
Fuel Capacity | 10.5l |
Seat Height | 791mm |
Battery | 12V, 4.0Ah |
Head Lamp | Halogen Bulb, DC |
Engine Type | 4 Stroke, SI, BS-VI Engine |
Displacement | 123.94cc |
Power | 10.7PS @ 7,500rpm |
Torque | 11Nm @ 6,000rpm |
Bore x Stroke | 50.0mm X 63.1mm |
Compression Ratio | 10±0.2 |
Fuel Supply | PGM-FI |
HONDA CB SHINE OVERVIEW
Honda Shine is available in 2 variants and 4 colours. The Shine is powered by 124cc BS6 engine which develops a power of 10.59 bhp and a torque of 11 Nm. With both front and rear drum brakes, Honda Shine comes up with combined braking system of both wheels. This Shine bike weighs 114 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 10.5 liters. The CB Shine is a 125cc commuter motorcycle developed by Honda for the mass market segment.
The Shine caters to a segment of buyers who are fine with understated looks but expect respectable performance and efficiency. This, coupled with Honda’s refinement and reliability, makes the Shine a solid all-round package. The CB Shine gets graphics that run all over the fuel tank and a 3D Honda emblem on the fuel tank. Honda has also introduced a limited edition model that feature cosmetic updates for the motorcycle to make it more appealing. It includes multi-coloured grab rails, modern side cowl and dual-tone paint schemes.
The motorcycle gets a diamond frame chassis and is powered by a 124cc single cylinder air-cooled engine. The engine churns out 10bhp at 7500 rpm and 11Nm at 5500 rpm and is mated to a four-speed gearbox. The CB Shine gets conventional suspension with preload adjustment for the rear, along with 18-inch wheels. You can get your CB Shine with either a front disc brake or a drum brake. A combined brake system (CBS) is an option for both and comes as standard equipment.
The Honda CB Shine is sold in six colours – black, grey, two types of red, brown, and blue. The limited edition, on the other hand, is offered in two colour options — black with metallic red and black with metallic silver.
HONDA CB SHINE VERDICT
PROS
- Butter smooth 125cc engine
- Excellent fuel efficiency
- 5-speed gearbox is slick to operate
CONS
- Instrument cluster design looks old
- Quite pricey compared to its rivals
About Honda
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India {HMSI} started the journey in India in 1999 and now holds a coveted place among the motorcycle companies reason – being among the top three. Earlier Honda bikes models and Hero bikes models had joint venture known by the very familiar name – Hero Honda which was made into reality in 1984 and parted ways in 2010 and also ending technological support to Hero lasting till 2014. Now both companies are in their quest to reach the number one position and the fight continues. Now Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI) is a 100% subsidiary of Honda Motor Company Ltd., Japan and the list of all honda bikes now exceeds 20+ variants in India.
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