Honda Unicorn has been a stalwart in the Indian market for more than two decades. Even after being sold for such a long period the bike has showcased a steady demand in the market. Being witness to such a steady demand Honda has updated the vehicle with new features such as a OBD2B compliant engine. A LED headlamp and a new digital instrument cluster that has a gear position indicator.
Honda Unicorn New Features
The bike now also gets a USB-C Charger and is now available in 5 new colours. Beyond that Honda has hiked up the prices of the bike by 7,000 Rs due to the updates that the bike has received. The bike would now be able to conform to stricter emission norms and become future proof for a few years ahead.
Honda Unicorn Changes in Pricing
The previous model was priced around Rs 1.12 lakh, the newer vehicle would be priced at around Rs 1.19 lakh. India has a big commuter bike segment in which the Honda Unicorn has showcased a constant demand in the market over the years.
Performance
Along with the other changes the Unicorn has received a revised engine update as well to conform with stricter Emission Norms. The vehicle as of now is powered by a 162.71cc single cylinder engine that makes 13 Bhp and 14.58 Nm of torque. Some of the other close competitors of the vehicle are
Bajaj Pulsar 150
One of the most venerable names in the segment this bike has been the preferred choice of loads of users for years. The bike is available in 4 variants and has features like LED tail light, Single Channel ABS, Dual Disc Brakes and a digital instrument cluster. Pulsar is powered by a 149cc single cylinder engine that churns out about 13.81 @ 8,500 rpm and a peak torque figure of 13.25 NM. Pricing of the Pulsar is around 94,572 to 1,05,472 Rs.
Yamaha FZ F1
On of the most Stylish offerings in the 150- 160cc segment, this bike is powered by a 149cc engine that delivers close to 12.2 BHP and a peak torque Output of 13.3 Nm @7,250 rpm. Beyond that the bike has a digital instrument cluster along with a ABS as well. The Yamaha is priced at 1,04,439 Rs.
Conclusion
If you are after a stylish bike that can offer you similar performance as that of the Unicorn the FZ F1 is a clear winner. Beyond that if you want to go after a bike that has more understated looks the CB Unicorn as well as the Pulsar both would be a great choice.
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