Honda Cb Twister

Rs. 43,430 * - Rs. 49,430 *

Honda cb twister Review

Overall

Leading two-wheeler manufacturer HMSI (Honda Motorcycles and Scooter India) launched another stunning model Honda CB Twister in Indian auto market in entry level segment. Last year Honda has stormed Indian motorcycle market with the launch of Honda CBF Stunner in mid segment and now with the launch of Honda CB Twister, company shows that it eyes on entry level bike market. The company has launched three variants of CB Twister which equipped with the same capacity engine but they differ in terms of kick start, self start and disc brake availability. The base variant comes without disc brake and self start option, second variant comes with self start option but disc brake is not available while third and top end variant of the bike is loaded with both self start and disc brake option. The company official said that it will be available in showrooms from February 2010 onwards. The company has also not yet announced the exact Honda CB Twister price but the company official indicates that its all three variants might be priced in the range of Rs 42,000 to Rs 48,000. He added that the prices of all variants of Honda CB Twister will be announced at Delhi Auto Expo which is scheduled for first week of January 2010.

Honda Cb Twister Full Review

Overall

Honda CB Twister is available with three variants but its all three variants are powered by the same capacity engine. Its all three variants are loaded with the same capacity power-plant which is a 109cc, Four Stroke, Air-Cooled, SI petrol engine with four speed manual transmission gearbox (with 1-Down, 3-Up gearshift pattern). This power-plant delivers high engine power and performance and it can produce maximum power of 9bhp at 8000rpm with 9Nm of maximum torque at 6000rpm. The mileage of all three variants of Honda CB Twister is also good and company claims that one can achieve 70kmpl mileage with this bike. The engine of Honda CB Twister is also satisfies the BS III (Bharat Stage III) emission norms which will be in effect from April 2010.

HMSI (Honda Motorcycle and Scooters India) uses advanced technology to build a powerful, comfortable and stylish bike and now with the Honda CB Twister, company have winner in their hands that offers excellent ridability, comfort, performance and style. All three variants of the bike comes with large fuel tank with the capacity to carry eight liters fuel that makes it able for long and stress free journey on highway. The sporty and stylish look of Honda CB Twister with comfortable riding position and wider tyres with light weight alloy wheels attracts the youth especially sports bike lovers with low budget. Honda CB Twister is loaded with number of exciting features that will offer comfortable riding experience. Some of the exciting features of Honda CB Twister are its eye catching new graphics, racer breed tank with racing curves and with stylish floating side cowl that makes it an eye catching power machine on road. Its sporty headlamp with screenless front cowl, sporty side cowl and wider rear tyre makes it appearance sporty. The advanced instrument panel with speedometer, tachometer, and fuel gauge with reserve level indicator enhances comfort level of Honda CB Twister.

Honda CB Twister Models

Honda CB Twister Kick Start	It is the base variant of the bike that comes without Disc Brakes and Self Start option.
Honda CB Twister Self Start	This variant comes with the same features that Honda CB Twister offers only difference is that it comes also with self start option.
Honda CB Twister Disc Brake	The additional features this variant offers are Self Start and Disc Brakes.

Compare Honda CB Twister Models

Mileage, Average and Fuel Economy

HMSI (Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India) uses new cutting edge technology to build a high performance and fuel efficient engine for CB Twister. The digital CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ignition) system also ensures faster and better combustion of fuel that enhances the fuel efficiency of the bike. The company claims that Honda CB Twister will offer mileage more than 70kmpl on highway and also in city one can get easily 55kmpl+ mileage with it. All three variants of Honda CB Twister are powered by the same capacity engine with same ignition system and same sized rear tyres so the mileage of all three variants will be almost similar.

Colors

The company has launched Honda CB Twister with five exciting colors that are Pearl Siena Red, Pearl Amber Yellow, Candy Sonic Green, Pearl Fuji Blue, and Pearl Nightstar Black.

Acceleration and Pick Up

As we already discussed that Honda CB Twister is equipped with the 109cc, 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder, Air-Cooled, SI engine with four speed manual transmission gearbox that produces 9Bhp of maximum power at 8000rpm with 9Nm of maximum torque at 6000rpm. This higher level of power and torque results excellent acceleration and engine performance for any bike that falls in this segment. So that the bike can break the barrier of 60kmph in just 7.2 seconds and it can achieve the top speed mark of 102.2kmph.

Appearance

Honda CB Twister is loaded with the refreshed design that makes it appearance much sporty and stylish. The newly designed sporty headlamp with screenless front cowl, large tank shrouds and spoilers at tank makes the front appearance of the bike very aggressive. The newly launched Honda CB Twister looks much sporty and aggressive in terms of its looks and styling and it seems that designers had high end sport bikes in their mind while designing this bike.

The stylish fuel tank of the Honda CB Twister seems like face-lifted of its popular model CBF Stunner’s fuel tank and also its red colored shock absorbers seems taken from CBF Stunner. The newly launched CB Twister is loaded with some new styling features that had never been seen before in this segment. These features include six spoke black mag alloy wheels, front disc brakes, stylish instrument panel, all black engine, curved fuel tank, sporty mud guards, half chain cover and trendy compact muffler for sporty look.

Comfort

HMSI (Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India) uses the new generation advanced technology to make Honda CB Twister a most comfortable bike in entry level segment. All three variants of Honda CB Twister are loaded with an array of advanced features that offer higher level of comfort and convenience and ensure excellent riding experience. These exciting features of Honda CB Twister includes advanced instrument panel including that includes speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge with reserve level indicator that offers all required information and enhances comfort level. The self-start option, low fuel and oil indicator, low maintenance battery, wide and comfortable seats, further enhances the comfort level. The wider rear tyre enhances the stability and makes the handling of Honda CB Twister easier.

Dimensions

The dimensions of Honda CB Twister are - its length is 1972mm, width is 742mm and height is 1075mm. The wheelbase of bike is 1262mm. The kerb weight of the bike is 108kg. The overall ground clearance of the bike is 180mm. This long wheelbase and ground clearance of the bike makes the handling of the bike easier and offers comfortable riding experience.

Engine Capacity and Performance

The newly launched Honda CB Twister is powered by the 109cc, 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder, Air-Cooled, SI engine with four speed manual transmission gearbox (with the gear shift pattern of 1-down and 3-up). This powerful engine delivers high engine performance and it can produce 9Bhp of maximum power at 8000rpm with 9Nm of maximum torque at 6000rpm. This higher level of power and torque results good acceleration with high engine performance. The bike will be available with both electric and kick start option. The engine of Honda CB Twister also satisfies the BS-III (Bharat Stage III) emission norms that will come in effect from April 2010.

Wheels and Tyres

Honda CB Twister is packed with the light weight all black alloy wheels that makes its appearance very stylish also these light weight alloy wheels enhances the overall performance of the bike. Both front and rear of the Honda CB Twister is equipped with the 17” alloy wheels which are packed with the wider tyres. The front tyre size of the bike is 70/100 – 17 40P with the size of rear tyre 80/100 – 17 53P. The wider rear tyre of Honda CB Twister makes better road grip that enhances stability of the bike better and makes its handling easier.

Suspension

HMSI (Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India) uses advanced third generation technology to make the all Honda CB Twister a comfortable bike. Honda CB Twister is loaded with the advanced suspension system to reduce the jerks on bumpy roads that enhance the stability of the bike and makes handling of the bike easier and offer a comfortable riding experience with it. The front wheel of Honda CB Twister is loaded with the advanced design diamond, twin pipe type shock absorbers while the rear wheel of Honda CB Twister is packed with spring loaded hydraulic shock absorber with rectangular box type swing arm suspension system.

Brakes

Honda uses advanced braking system for CB Twister to ensure efficient and safe braking. However, both front and rear wheels of Honda CB Twister are equipped with the 110mm Dia, Drum brakes. This advanced braking system of Honda CB Twister ensures faster and efficient braking and enhances the safety.

Handling and Control

HMSI (Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India) uses newer generation cutting edge technology to make the handling and control of the Honda CB Twister very comfortable. Both front and rear side of Honda CB Twister are loaded with advanced suspension system that reduces jerks and enhances the stability that results easier handling and controlling of the bike and enhances ridability. Honda CB Twister is also loaded with advanced braking system, the front wheels of the bike loaded with the large disk brakes while the rear wheels of the bike is packed with drum brakes that de-accelerate the vehicle sooner and ensures efficient braking. The switches and clip board on handle bars of Honda CB Twister are placed at most prominent place for easy access without distracting eyes from road.