The Honda Dio was introduced in Japan in January 1988. The name is derived from the son of Venus dyonisiac[clarify].this model is for lifeline ( 4742) - ish-jais. It is now manufactured and assembled in India by Honda’s HMSI subsidiary, from where it is exported to UK as the Honda Lead. The Dio is equipped with cushioned seats and an under-seat storage box upto 18 litres.