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India Today
08-08-2025
- Automotive
- India Today
Honda expands premium footprint with new BigWing dealership in Gurugram
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has further strengthened its premium network with the launch of a new BigWing dealership in Gurugram's New Railway Road. The new outlet is part of Honda's ongoing expansion strategy to provide an immersive and personalised experience for premium motorcycle enthusiasts across India. advertisementLocated in the heart of the city, the newly inaugurated BigWing facility is designed to cater exclusively to buyers of Honda's mid-size and large-displacement motorcycles, offering both sales and service under one roof. The dealership features Honda's signature monochromatic black-and-white theme, creating a sleek, premium ambience for the brand's #GoRidin philosophy, the Gurugram BigWing will not only showcase Honda's exclusive premium motorcycle portfolio but also provide expert assistance, online booking services, and an integrated digital experience via its updated website and social media channels. With this latest addition, Honda now operates over 150 BigWing touchpoints across India, underlining its aggressive push to make premium motorcycling more BigWing format includes two retail tiers: BigWing Topline, which showcases Honda's entire premium range (200cc to 1800cc), and standard BigWing outlets, focused on the 200cc to 750cc segment. Among the motorcycles on offer are popular models such as the Hornet 2.0, CB350 series, CB300F, Rebel 500, NX500, CBR650R, Hornet 750, and the flagship Gold Wing Tour. The opening of this new dealership marks another milestone in Honda's premium push, offering Gurugram's riders a refined, end-to-end motorcycling experience tailored for the discerning to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Hindustan Times
26-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Honda BigWing begins Rebel 500 deliveries, but only in these cities. Take a look…
The newly launched Honda Rebel gets a bulky design aesthetic with a 471 cc engine. Check Offers Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has begun delivering its Rebel 500 premium cruiser in cities including Gurugram and Indore. Priced starting at ₹ 5.12 lakh, the Honda Rebel 500 was launched in the Indian market in May. The premium cruiser motorcycle is sold through BigWing Topline dealerships and takes on competition, including the likes of the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 and Kawasaki Eliminator. Honda Rebel 500: Engine and performance Honda is using a 471 cc, liquid-cooled, parallel twin engine that is rated for 45 bhp of max power at 8,500 rpm and a peak torque output of 43.3 Nm at 6,000 rpm. The power is transferred to the rear wheel using a 6-speed gearbox that uses a chain drive. The configuration emphasises low- and mid-range torque, making the bike particularly suitable for urban commuting and effortless highway cruising. The powertrain features an 8-valve DOHC setup, designed to provide a smooth and linear power delivery across the entire rev range. Additionally, the bike is fitted with a short, low-mounted exhaust that contributes to its overall compact design. Also Read : Honda Activa e gets more affordable battery rental plan at ₹ 678 per month Honda Rebel 500: Features The motorcycle is equipped with a comprehensive LED lighting system, featuring a round headlight that complements its vintage aesthetic. The dashboard is enhanced with an inverted LCD display, providing essential riding information such as speed, gear position, and fuel level. Design elements include a steeply angled fuel tank, wide handlebars, and a limited application of body paint—all contributing to a stripped-down bobber appearance. The bike will be available in a solo-plus pillion setup, with no additional variants anticipated at the time of launch. Also Read : Remember the Kinetic Honda DX scooter? It could soon make a comeback as an EV Honda Rebel 500: Specifications The Rebel 500 is constructed on a tubular steel frame and has a seat height of 690 mm, which makes it suitable for a diverse array of riders. It is equipped with telescopic front forks and dual Showa shock absorbers at the rear for its suspension. For braking purposes, the motorcycle features a 296 mm front disc and a 240 mm rear disc, along with standard dual-channel ABS. The wheels are fitted with Dunlop tyres, measuring 130/90-16 at the front and 150/80-16 at the rear. Check out Upcoming Bikes In India. First Published Date: 26 Jun 2025, 18:00 PM IST
Hindustan Times
18-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Honda Rebel 500 starts arriving at dealerships
The all-new Honda Rebel gets a bulky look with a 471 cc engine. Check Offers Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India launched the Rebel 500 in Indian market back in May. Now, the premium cruiser motorcycle has started arriving at dealerships. So, interested customers can now check the motorcycle out in person. The motorcycle is sold through BigWing Topline dealerships and the deliveries will be starting soon. What are the rivals of the Honda Rebel 500? Honda Rebel 500 competes against the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 and Kawasaki Eliminator. The Honda Rebel 500 features updates that largely focus on rider comfort and ergonomics. (Honda) What are the specifications of the Honda Rebel 500? Honda is using a 471 cc, liquid-cooled, parallel twin engine that is rated for 45 bhp of max power at 8,500 rpm and a peak torque output of 43.3 Nm at 6,000 rpm. The power is transferred to the rear wheel using a 6-speed gearbox that uses a chain drive. The configuration emphasizes low- and mid-range torque, making the bike particularly suitable for urban commuting and effortless highway cruising. The powertrain features an 8-valve DOHC setup, designed to provide a smooth and linear power delivery across the entire rev range. Additionally, the bike is fitted with a short, low-mounted exhaust that contributes to its overall compact design. Also Read : 2025 Honda Dio 125 launched at ₹ 96,749, gets new features What are the features of the Honda Rebel 500? The motorcycle is equipped with a comprehensive LED lighting system, featuring a round headlight that complements its vintage aesthetic. The dashboard is enhanced with an inverted LCD display, providing essential riding information such as speed, gear position, and fuel level. Design elements include a steeply angled fuel tank, wide handlebars, and a limited application of body paint—all contributing to a stripped-down bobber appearance. The bike will be available in a solo-plus pillion setup, with no additional variants anticipated at the time of launch. Also Read : 2025 Honda CB650R & CBR650R with E-Clutch launched, prices start at ₹ 9.60 lakh What is the hardware on duty on the Honda Rebel 500? The Rebel 500 is constructed on a tubular steel frame and has a seat height of 690 mm, which makes it suitable for a diverse array of riders. It is equipped with telescopic front forks and dual Showa shock absorbers at the rear for its suspension. For braking purposes, the motorcycle features a 296 mm front disc and a 240 mm rear disc, along with standard dual-channel ABS. The wheels are fitted with Dunlop tyres, measuring 130/90-16 at the front and 150/80-16 at the rear. Check out Upcoming Bikes In India. First Published Date: 18 Jun 2025, 09:08 AM IST
NDTV
03-06-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Honda Two-Wheelers Records 5.5 Percent YoY Decline In May'25
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India announced its sales figures for May 2025. The company's total sales for May'25 stood at 4,65,115 units. This includes domestic sales of 4,17,256 units and 47,859 units of exports. The brand's FY26 (April'25 - May '25) total sales stand at 9,45,979 units. This includes domestic sales of 8,40,155 units and 1,05,824 units of exports. The data interprets that Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has suffered a 7.40 percent decline in domestic sales in May'25. However, the export witnesses a 14.34 percent increase. If we take into account the MoM sales, HMSI witnesses a 1.34 percent decline in the domestic sales compared to April 2025. Honda sold 4,22,931 units, which now stand at 4,17,256 units. Also, there is a 17.43 percent decline in exports, as it exported a total of 57,965 units in April 2025, while the export figures for May 2025 stand at 47,859 units. Also Read: Royal Enfield Continues With Sales Momentum In May'25, Retails 89,429 Units Though the brand has recorded a considerable amount of sales and export decline, it has achieved a significant milestone in May. Honda reached a significant milestone by producing its 500 millionth motorcycle globally, marking 76 years since the company's first mass-produced motorcycle, the Dream D-Type, was launched in 1949. Moreover, HMSI announced the expansion of its production capacity by adding a new production line at its Vithalapur plant in India. Honda CB750 Hornet Also, HMSI strengthened its BigWing portfolio with the launch of several all-new premium motorcycles. The company introduced the all-new Rebel 500, X-ADV, CB750 Hornet, CB1000 Hornet SP, and the flagship 50th Anniversary edition of the Gold Wing Tour. Moreover, the E-Clutch versions of CB650R and CBR650R are also now on sale in India.
India Today
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- India Today
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India reports 4,65,115 units sold in May 2025
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) reported total sales of 4,65,115 units in May 2025, comprising 4,17,256 domestic units and 47,859 export units. For the fiscal year-to-date (April-May 2025), HMSI's total sales reached 9,45,979 units, with 8,40,155 units sold domestically and 1,05,824 units bolstered its BigWing portfolio with the launch of premium motorcycles, including the Rebel 500, X-ADV, CB750 Hornet, CB1000 Hornet SP, and the 50th Anniversary Gold Wing Tour. advertisement The company also introduced E-Clutch versions of the CB650R and CBR650R. On the business front, HMSI celebrated producing its 500-millionth motorcycle globally, 76 years after its first model, the Dream D-Type, debuted in 1949. Additionally, a new production line was added at its Vithalapur plant to expand road safety and CSR efforts, HMSI conducted awareness campaigns in 13 Indian cities, including Jalgaon, Kolhapur, Hazaribagh, and Ghaziabad, and organized a summer camp with Hyderabad Traffic Police to promote road safety. In motorsports, HMSI's CASTROL Honda LCR rider Johann Zarco secured a historic victory at the French Grand Prix, marking his 150th MotoGP start, with teammate Luca Marini nearing the top to Auto Today Magazine
