Honda CB Unicorn 150 ABS Launched At Rs 78,815
Published On Feb 26, 2019 12:05 PM By Praveen M.for Honda CB Unicorn 150
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The popular Honda 150cc bike receives single-channel ABS as an option
- The single-channel ABS variant is Rs 6500 more expensive than the non-ABS version.
- With this update, Honda has also added MRF Nylogrip Zapper tubeless tyres on both the versions.
- Besides these, there aren’t any cosmetic or mechanical changes on the Unicorn 150.
Honda India has silently launched the CB Unicorn 150 ABS at Rs 78,815 (ex-showroom, Delhi), which is a premium of Rs 6500 over the non-ABS version. That’s a bit steep considering the the Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 commands a premium of only Rs 4797 (least for dual-channel ABS in India) for dual-channel ABS. Interestingly, the Honda CB Hornet 160R also gets a single-channel ABS, but it’s only Rs 5,500 more expensive than the non-ABS model.
Other notable additions include new “ABS” logo on the front fender and 80-section front and 100-section rear tubeless MRF Nylogrip Zapper tyres (on both ABS and non-ABS variants). The new variant is available in three colours: Pearl Igneous Black, Red and Geny Grey Metallic. Apart from the aforementioned updates, the motorcycle is mechanically unchanged. 12.9PS at 8000rpm and 12.8Nm at 5500rpm continues to come from a 149.2cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine coupled to a 5-speed transmission linked to a covered (to minimise dirt ingression) chain drive. The motorcycle uses the same diamond type frame with telescopic forks up front and a monoshock at the rear. At the front, the ABS acts on a 240mm disc, while the rear gets a 130mm drum brake.
In the Indian market, the Honda CB Unicorn 150 rivals the Hero Achiever 150 (Rs 69,050) and Bajaj Pulsar 150 (Rs 76,800) (both prices ex-showroom). While the former is not available with ABS as of now, the latter was spotted testing with ABS. Expect Bajaj to launch the ABS variant of the Pulsar 150 soon.
Honda continues to sell the standard, non-ABS variant of the Unicorn 150, but the brand will have to discontinue it once the new safety norms kick in from April this year. The new norms make ABS mandatory for two-wheelers displacing 125cc and above.