Honda Shine 100

Honda has launched its most affordable bike in India, the Shine 100. Head here for all the details. Have a closer look at it through 10 pics here. Here’s how it differs from its bigger sibling, the Shine 125.

Honda Shine 100 Price

The Honda Shine 100 is available in one variant and comes with an introductory price tag of Rs 64,900 (ex-showroom Mumbai). It comes in five different colour schemes with black as the base and blue, green, gold, red and grey graphic stripes. Know more about the colour schemes here

Honda Shine 100 Features

As it is a 100cc commuter bike, the Honda Shine 100 misses out on fancy features and makes do with a halogen headlight and analog dual-pod instrument console for basic readouts like a speedometer, fuel gauge and basic tell-tale lights. Additional features include a side-stand engine cut-off function, an automatic choke system and a fuel pump located outside for easier maintenance.

Honda Shine 100 Engine

Powering the Honda Shine 100 is an all-new 100cc single-cylinder which is BS6.2 (OBD2) compliant. The motor makes 7.6PS and 8.05Nm and is mated to a four-speed gearbox.

Honda Shine 100 Underpinnings

With a diamond frame, the Shine 100 features a conventional telescopic fork and twin shock absorber suspension setup. Braking is taken care of via drum units on both ends with CBS. It rolls on 17-inch alloy wheels with MRF tyres.

Honda Shine 100 Rivals

The Honda Shine 100 rivals the other 100cc commuters in India including the Hero Splendor Plus, Bajaj Platina 100, Hero HF 100, and HF Deluxe. In terms of price, the Shine 100 rivals the TVS Scooty Pep Plus, Hero Electric NYX, Honda Dio and Okinawa Ridge.