The executive commuter segment has always been a hotly contested segment composed of bikes within the 125-150 cc capacity. The consumer in this segment has started to expect more and more from manufacturers operating in this market segment. And the manufacturers are definitely stepping up their game.
The situation right now is quite dynamic. With multiple offerings in the fray one wonders what kind of weight the Honda CB Shine will be able to throw around. Will it beable to meet the competition head on, or will it succumb to the fight? We attempt to find out more.
Powered by a 124.7 cc four stroke, air cooled, SOHC engine featuring swirl induction. The engine with a bore x stroke ratio of 52.4 mm X 57.86 mm develops 10.12 Bhp of peak power @ 7, 500 rpm and 10.54 NM of torque @ 5, 500 rpm. Honda calls this engine an 'Optimax' engine and it has been engineered to provide optimum output with minimum input. This engine has been around for a while now, right from the time the CB Shine was introduced in 2006. It has received minor tweaks over the years but essentially remains the same unit as seen in 2006. This is mated to a four speed transmission featuring an all up shift pattern.
