Honda X-Blade ABS Launched At Rs 87,776

Published December 7, 2018
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Equipped with a single-channel ABS, the X-Blade ABS is priced at a premium of Rs 8,008 over the standard bike

Comes with the same single-channel ABS unit as the Honda CB Hornet 160R
Belly pan fairing, front fork covers and wheel rim tapes now offered as standard
Rivals the Suzuki Gixxer ABS and the Hero Xtreme Sports

With the deadline for equipping bikes that displace 125cc or above with ABS as standard fast approaching, Honda has launched a new variant of the X-Blade with a single-channel ABS unit as standard. This is the same unit we've seen on the Honda CB Hornet 160R. Priced at Rs 87,776 (ex-showroom Delhi), the ABS variant is Rs 8,008 more expensive than the standard variant. Honda is also offering accessories like a belly pan fairing, front fork covers as well as wheel rim tapes as standard with the new variant.

Honda X-Blade ABS Launched At Rs 87,776 details

Standard variant (Non-ABS)

The Honda X-Blade packs a 162.71cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine that puts out 14PS of power at 8,500rpm and 13.9Nm of torque at 6000rpm. It’s the only bike in its segment to feature LED headlamps. While suspension duties are handled by telescopic forks at the front and a monoshock unit at the rear, braking is taken care of by 276mm front and 130mm rear disc brakes. It goes up against the Hero Xtreme Sports (Rs 82,100) and the Suzuki Gixxer ABS (Rs 87,871) (all prices, ex-showroom Delhi).

Press Release -

Honda 2Wheelers India launches X-Blade ABS at Rs. 87,776 (Ex-Showroom, Delhi)

Delhi, December 7, 2018: Taking excitement a notch higher in the motorcycle segment, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt. Ltd launched its 160cc sporty X-Blade with ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) today at the Delhi leg finale of Vivo Pro Kabaddi League 2018. Honda X-Blade (ABS) will be priced at Rs. 87,776 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Commenting on the launch, Minoru Kato, President & CEO - Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. “Strengthening our position in 150-180cc motorcycle segment, the X-Blade defines advanced styling and superior technology for the young enthusiast. We are determined to transform the way India rides on 2Wheels with new innovative products and advanced technology.”

Speaking on the occasion, Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Senior Vice President - Sales and Marketing, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., said, “The X-Blade has been exclusively designed for the young motorcycle enthusiast looking for style and performance in their daily commuting. The X-Blade now comes equipped with ABS which will enhance rider’s confidence. Sporty style is at the core of new X-Blade and appreciating the ethos of sports, Honda is also presenting the X-Blade to the most stylish player in each city leg of the Vivo Pro Kabaddi league 2018.”

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