2023 Honda H’ness CB350, CB350 RS launched: Priced from Rs 2.10 lakh

HMSI’s premium two-wheeler arm, Honda BigWing India, has introduced the updated H’ness CB350 and CB350RS. The new 2023 Honda H’ness CB350 and CB350RS have been launched in India with an ex-showroom price of Rs 2.10 lakh. These vintage cruiser motorcycles have been updated with an OBD-2 compliant engine and other features.

Honda’s CB350 series retro cruisers come in three variations. The H’ness CB350 is priced between Rs 2.10 lakh and Rs 2.15 lakh, while the CB350RS is priced between Rs 2.15 lakh and Rs 2.18 lakh, all prices ex-showroom. These bikes compete with the Royal Enfield Meteor 350, Classic 350, Jawa Classic, Forty-two, Yezdi Roadster, and other models.

What’s new in the 2023 Honda H’ness CB350 and CB350 RS?

The CB350 range retains much of its previous design and feature set. The H’ness CB350 now has a split seat, and both motorcycles have an emergency stop signal system that flashes turn signals after detecting sudden braking. Honda also provides a slew of customization options for these motorcycles.

2023 Honda H’ness CB350, CB350 RS: Engine and gearbox

The Honda H’ness CB350 and CB350 RS are powered by the same 348.3cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected engine. However, it now meets OBD-2 emission standards. This engine produces 20.7 bhp and 30 Nm of peak torque. The engine is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission with an assist and slipper clutch.

Here’s what the company said:

Atsushi Ogata, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India said, “Ahead of the government’s deadline, HMSI has been aggressively working on upgrading the product line up with latest norms. Today, we launch the new OBD2B compliant 2023 H’ness CB350 and CB350RS which are future-ready. We are also very positive that the specially curated custom kits under the new customization section ‘My CB, My Way’ will further delight our new as well as existing CB350 customers.”

Source:FE