The new Honda Activa 3G gets a bolder tail lamp that does gel nicely with the rear unit and it now sports a 3D emblem.
However, the overall design of the Activa 3G is a bit bland for our likening. We feel the Japanese manufacturer wants to keep the styling plain and simple to please the mature customers. The analogue instrument console has been carried forward from its predecessor and is easy to read on the go. Switch gear quality is average while the overall build quality of the scooter is good.
Under seat storage is average as we could manage to only fit a half face helmet.
The Honda Activa 3G continues to be powered by the tried and tested 110cc motor as seen on its predecessor.
The air-cooled, single-cylinder mill churns out 8PS of maximum torque and 8.8Nm of torque.
The Honda Activa 3G is a peppy scooter and has good acceleration owing to a strong bottom end. The scooter can cruise at speeds around 60kmph without any effort but feels strained once the dial crosses 70kmph. Another aspect of the Honda engine is its brilliant refinement. Riding posture on the Honda Activa 3G is upright and comfortable with decent footboard space.
Pillion comfort is also nice owing to the aptly cushioned seats and chunky grab handle.
The Activa 3G is quick on its feet and changes directions with aplomb so that the rider can squeeze out through the tightest of gaps.
Braking is done via drum brake at front and rear while CBS(combi brake system) is standard. The drum brake setup do a good job in shedding speeds and also provide decent feedback. Ride quality is one aspect where the Activa needed improvement. Sadly, the Activa 3G doesn’t address this issue. The new scooter from Honda still employs a trailing link suspension at front which results in the handle bar juddering every time one rides over broken roads and telescopic front forks should have been added.