- It will compete with the KTM 390 Duke and BMW G310R in the market
Honda Motorcycle & Scooters India recently launched the Highness CB 350, which helped the company enter the sub-400cc modern-classic segment. Following its launch, the Highness CB350 has become the cheapest motorcycle sold in the country through a Bigwing dealership, compared to the CB300R at the first place.
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The point to note is that the CB300R was actually the company’s best-selling premium bike in the Indian market, and its popularity only seemed to increase over time. However, the BS6 emission norms came into force on 1 April this year, and the CB300R was dropped from the lineup, as it was not upgraded to follow the new emission norms.
According to reports, the CB300R is expected to make a comeback in the Indian market soon. Honda is planning to expand the scope of its Bigwing dealership lineup range, which will help in getting more buyers of premium motorcycles across the country. As the Highness CB350 motorcycle is said to be the best-selling motorcycle at the Bigwing dealership, it will certainly benefit the CB300R from the growing dealership network.
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BS4 Honda CB300R was Price 2.42 Lakh
The BS4 Honda CB300R has an initial Delhi ex-showroom price of Rs 2.42 lakh, however, it is yet to be seen if the price of the BS6 compliant version will increase. It should be noted that this motorcycle was launched in the Indian market only in February 2019, and was being brought to India through a fully concocted down.
BS6 Honda CB300R Engine will be Same as BS4 Model- Report
Challenging rival motorcycles like the KTM 390 Duke and BMW G310R, the BS4 Honda CB300R featured a 286 cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, four-valve, DOHC engine paired with a 6-speed transmission. This engine provided 27.4 Nm of peak torque and a maximum power of 31.4 hp. It is expected that there will not be any mechanical changes in the BS6 model of Honda CB300R.
250 to 300 New Bigwing Dealerships will be Launched within Two Years
With the new expansion plan, Honda has already reduced the Bigwing dealership from four to eight in just a month’s time. Honda is expected to inaugurate 250 to 300 new Bigwing dealerships within the next two years, giving the brand a stronger reach.
