Honda Navi [2018]

Honda says that they wanted to create something fun and that’s when the idea of Navi was born. Targeted at an age group 18-25, the Navi is a cross between a motorcycle and a scooter.

Honda says that they wanted to create something fun and that’s when the idea of Navi was born. Targeted at an age group 18-25, the Navi is a cross between a motorcycle and a scooter.

While the Navi looks like a motorcycle, it isn’t. It is powered by the same engine that powers the Activa – an 110cc engine. This engine produces 8bhp of power and 9Nm of torque.  The Navi was supposed to be available in three body styles - Navi street, Navi adventure and the Navi off-road. However, the Navi off-road hasn’t been launched yet. With Honda offering a slew of optional extras for the Navi, customisability is a crucial part of its appeal. It was launched with five paint schemes - red, white, black, green and orange. Now green and brown have been added to the list, and the grab rail, headlamp cover, and mirrors are colour co-ordinated. The rear suspension spring is now scarlet, which adds to its sportiness. Also new for 2018 is a fuel gauge.

Inspired by the Honda Grom, the Navi is a compact scooter. It measures 1805mm in length, 748mm in width, 1039mm in height and 1286 mm in wheelbase. It has a ground clearance of 156mm, a seat height of 765mm, a kerb weight of 101kg and a fuel tank capacity of 3.8-litres.

There is no real competition for the Navi in the Indian market.