Ex-showroom price(subject to change), New Delhi(Rs.): 49, 517(Activa 3G DLX)
Displacement(cc): 109.2
Fuel tank capacity(litre): 5.3
Engine type: Air cooled, 4 stroke, SI engine
Starting method: Self, Kick
Kerb weight(kg): 108
Dimensions(mm): 1761 x 710 x 1149 The Honda Activa revived and revolutionised the dying scooter segment when it was first launched in 2000 and has been the top-selling scooter in India, ever since. The Honda Activa 3G, or the third generation, is the latest iteration of the popular unisex automatic scooter. And though the Activa 3G isn’t radically different from the previous model, it does get minor cosmetic updates and new paint schemes.
Design wise, the Activa 3G isn’t very different from the current Activa’s design, and it continues with the conservative styling of its predecessors. The Activa 3G gets a new set of 3D badges and new colour schemes, which lend it a premium look. The tail lamp assembly has also been redesigned along the lines of the bigger Activa 125 scooter, though the instrument cluster and a majority of other components have been carried over from the previous model.
The Activa 3G is powered by the tried and tested 110cc Honda Eco Technology(HET) engine which delivers 8bhp and 8.7Nm of torque through a CVT transmission. The Activa 3G gets hydraulic spring loaded suspension and 130mm drum brakes on both the ends.
The Honda Activa 3G is available in black, blue, white, grey and red paint schemes, and rivals the other 110cc scooters like the TVS Jupiter, Hero Maestro, Mahindra Gusto and the TVS Wego. Honda has clearly spent considerable time and energy perfecting the design of this gearless scooter to make it appeal to the metropolitan driver, and the new 2015 Honda Activa 3G 110 shows some significant and welcome changes, with a fully revamped tubular underbone chassis. While not the most adventurous design you’ll see, it’s a bold effort with many positive features.
The mudguard, new side panels, 3D Activa badges and front fairing are sleek and well designed, and all display the main body color. The mask of the bike features large headlamps and oblong turn indicators; and the rear-view mirror, which is black on all models, is also attached to the mask. The bike’s body is solid and sturdy, and weighs approximately 108kg, making it heavier than its rivals in the same class. Honda Activa 3G 110’s top speed is a highly respectable at 82 kmph; but some riders have reported that they are able to push the bike to a max of 90 kmph, a truly impressive top speed for a vehicle of this kind. On this gearless scooter, the acceleration is capable of pushing you from 0 to 60 kmph in 10.2 seconds, which is a respectable performance for this type of scooter. Even when heavily weighted down with a pillion and on-board luggage, the acceleration responds admirably. Storage space is one of the scooter’s unique selling points, with a generous allowance that all drivers will appreciate when on the go. Honda Activa 3G comes with 18-litres of under-seat storage.
Suspension and Brakes Honda Activa 3G is advertised as the ideal city scooter, and it certainly delivers on that promise, delivering great manoeuvrability, acceleration and handling. With the Activa already setting the sales chart on fire for years, Honda plans to bolster its position in the market with the new updated model, the Activa 3G. The scooter is priced at Rs. 49, 517(Ex-showroom, Delhi.) Powered by a Honda Eco Technology(HET) 110cc engine giving out a mileage of 60 kmpl, the scooter will be light on the pocket when it comes to fuel bills. The engine gives out 8 bhp of power and 8.8 Nm of torque. The scooter also features Combined Braking System(CBS) as an optional fitment. The scooter comes with five colour options With the Activa already setting the sales chart on fire for years, Honda plans to bolster its position in the market with the new updated model, the Activa 3G. The scooter is priced at Rs. 49, 517(Ex-showroom, Delhi.)
Powered by a Honda Eco Technology(HET) 110cc engine giving out a mileag showroom, Delhi.) Powered by a Honda Eco Technology(HET) 110cc engine giving out a mileage of 60 kmpl, the scooter will be light on the pocket when it comes to fuel bills. The engine gives out 8 bhp of power and 8.8 Nm of torque. The scooter also features Combined Braking System(CBS) as an optional fitment. The scooter comes with five colour options Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India(HMSI) will be updating its entire range of two-wheelers as parts of its strategy for 2016. According to the Japanese two-wheeler giant it would update 14 products next year and also plans to add new products to its portfolio. As part of the upgrade the engines will be BS-IV compliant and the Honda CB Hornet 160R which was launched last week is the first production motorcycle in the country to be BS-IV emission norm ready. The updated products will start rolling out from the 2016 Auto Expo scheduled in February and the manufacturer plans to introduce at least one new product every month from then on. The government has marked March 31st, 2017 as the last date to upgrade the entire new product to meet BS-IV emission norms.