Honda’s Hero Splendor Rival To Be Launched Tomorrow

The Japanese bikemaker is all set to make a comeback in the 100cc segment

[UPDATE: Honda has launched the Shine 100 in India at Rs 64,900. Head to our launch story for all the details]

Honda is all set to launch its 100cc commuter bike, likely to be called the Shine 100, tomorrow. Once it arrives, it will be the most affordable Honda bike in its Indian lineup. Here’s how much we think it may cost.

We first heard about the brand’s intention to enter the 100cc segment in February last year, and confirmed its plans of making it affordable in April 2022. It was only early this year that we saw a glimpse of what this bike could look like, thanks to a leaked design patent application. 

Currently, Honda’s most affordable bike is the CD110 Dream Deluxe, which retails at Rs 71,133, whereas the base variant of the Hero Splendor Plus costs Rs 72,076 (both prices ex-showroom Delhi). 

The most affordable bike in the 100cc segment is the Hero HF100, which carries a price tag of Rs 56,968. The Shine 100 will also rival the Bajaj Platina 100, priced at Rs 65,856 (both prices ex-showroom Delhi). Honda will have to nail the pricing if it aims to eat into the sales of the Hero Splendor, which has constantly been the best-selling motorcycle in India.