23rd November 2020, Kathmandu
Stay tuned and keep your eyes alert, Honda lovers! Honda India has unveiled the Repsol Honda limited editions of Hornet 2.0 and Dio in India.
It is just a matter of time before we get to see those machines here in Nepal as well.
What is the Honda Repsol?
Honda Repsol is the official Honda factory MotoGP team. The MotoGP racing division of Honda is the Honda Racing Corporations.
Honda is celebrating the continued success of its racing corporation’s recent 800th MotoGP victory. To glorify this magnificent event, Honda is introducing Repsol Honda Hornet 2.0 and Dio.
Both of these machines get the racing team-inspired graphics and design theme.
The vibrant orange wheel rims will always remind you of the Honda Racing team and their 800th win in MotoGP!
The limited-edition machines have cosmetic changes with new graphics. The mechanicals, however, remains the same.
The Repsol Honda Hornet 2.0
The all-LED lighting equipped Honda Hornet 2.0 comes with a 184cc engine. It can produce a max power of 17 bhp at 8500 rpm and a peak torque of 16.1 Nm at 6000 rpm.
Honda Hornet 2.0 is paired with a five-speed gearbox, capacitates 12 liters of fuel, and has a liquid-cooled cooling system. Furthermore, its compact muffler adds to its athletic appearance!
Below, we have more details of the Honda Repsol Hornet 2.0
Technical Specifications
| Engine | 184.4 cc |
| Max Power | 17.03 bhp @ 8500 rpm |
| Max Torque | 16.1 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
| Emission Standard | BS VI |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 12 liters |
| Transmission | 5 speed gear box |
| Kerb Weight | 142 Kg |
| Length x Width x Height | 2047 x 783 x 1064 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1355 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 167 mm |
| Seat Height | 590 mm |
| Front Suspension | Upside Down Fork |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock |
| Front Tyre | 110 / 70 – 17 |
| Rear Tyre | 140 / 70 – 17 |
The Repsol Honda Dio
Honda Dio is one of the best-selling scooters of all time. It has won the hearts of many riders here in Nepal and in India. Now, the Repsol version of this beauty looks more sporty and energetic.
Let’s take a quick look at the mechanics of the Dio motor!
Technical Specifications
| Engine Displacement | 109.51 cc |
| Max Power | 7.76 PS @ 8000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 9 Nm @ 4750 rpm |
| Engine Type | Fan Cooled, 4 Stroke, SI Engine |
| Fuel Capacity | 5.3 liters |
| Emission Type | BS VI |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | 3 Step Adjustable, Spring Loaded Hydraulic |
| Length x Width x Height | 1808 x 723 x 1150 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 160 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1260 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 105 Kg |
| Front Tyre | 90 / 90 – 12 |
| Rear Tyre | 90 / 100 – 10 |
Thumbs up to Honda for its remarkable MotoGP success and on producing affordable commuting motorbikes and scooters.
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