Honda CB Unicorn 150 (Standard)

Honda had discontinued the CB Unicorn 150 in order to make way for its successor, the CB Unicorn 160. However, owing to strong demand from buyers in the segment, Honda re-introduced the executive commuter motorcycle at the 2016 Auto Expo.In terms of design, the CB Unicorn is identical to the older model. The conservative looks of the motorcycle are accentuated by the simple and clean decal-free bodywork. The sculpted fuel tank has been contoured allow the rider to comfortably grip the bike with the knees. The tank has a capacity to holding 13 litres of fuel. Built around a diamond type frame, the CB Unicorn 150 is powered by a 149cc single-cylinder engine, which delivers 13bhp and 13Nm of torque and comes mated to a five-speed transmission.

The powertrain is a super refined package that has played a major role in the reputation and cult following earned by CB Unicorn. The motorcycle rides on 18-inch five-spoke alloy wheels shod with MRF Zapper tyres. The front wheel gets a 240mm disc brake with a two-piston floating caliper while the rear wheel gets a 130mm drum setup. The motorcycle now comes equipped with single-channel ABS for the front brake. Suspension duties are handled by telescopic forks at the front and a mono shock in the rear with adjustment for damping. The CB Unicorn is positioned between the Shine SP and the CB Unicorn 160 in the lucrative executive commuter segment. It is available in three paint schemes “ black, red and grey. In its segment, the CB Unicorn 150 rivals against the likes of the Bajaj Pulsar 150, TVS Apache RTR 160, Hero Achiever 150 and the Yamaha SZ RR V2.0. The Honda Unicorn 150 ABS is priced at Rs 78,815 (ex-showroom Delhi).