Honda NX200 is the latest moniker that’s been creating a buzz in the entry-level dual-sport motorcycle segment in India. Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has filed a trademark application for this name last month and it could turn out to be the Hero Xpulse 200 rival that we’ve been waiting for.
As of now, not much information about the
Honda NX200 is available, however, it’s being said that this motorcycle is
likely to borrow its underpinnings from the Honda Hornet 2.0. Hence, expect it
to have USD front forks and a rear monoshock for handling the suspension duties
and disc brakes at both ends for taking care of the braking responsibilities.
We wouldn’t be surprised to see the same
184cc single-cylinder engine that powers the Hornet 2.0 to be fitted in the
Honda NX200. This motor is capable of delivering 17.26 PS of max power at
8,500 rpm and 16.1 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 rpm. For comparison, the Hero Xpulse
200 has 17.8 bhp and 16.45 Nm.
It is being said that the Honda NX200
would also draw inspiration from the Honda CX-01 Concept that the company had
showcased in India at the Auto Expo 2014. The motorcycle features alloy wheels,
an attractive headlamp with LED DRLs, a fully digital instrument cluster, a
single-piece handlebar, knuckle guards, and a pair of somewhat wide pattern
tyres. Speculations also suggest that the Honda NX200 would borrow design cues
from the Honda CB190X, a sub 200cc motorcycle that’s currently on sale in the
Chinese market. Some of the other features of the NX200 would include a rear
rack for carrying luggage, a long windscreen, a relaxed riding position, and
LED lighting.
