Eyeing exponential growth of its business in India, Honda
Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI) unveiled the much awaited
second ‘Dream Series mass motorcycle’– the 110cc DREAM NEO. To stamp its
presence in motorcycle segment, Honda expanded its product portfolio further
in the 100-110cc mass segment which commands a lion’s share of nearly
50% in Indian 2Wheeler market.
DREAM NEO is- Most Affordable and Most Fuel Efficient
2Wheeler to be launched by Honda ever in India. With its high fuel efficiency
of 74kmpl*1, high power and torque while incorporating best-in-class performance
and revolutionary Honda Eco Technology, DREAM NEO guarantees a dream ride
every time.

Honda’s Dream Neo bike launched at Rs. 43,150 |
|
Talking about Honda’s strategic direction, Mr. Keita
Muramatsu - President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India
Pvt. Ltd., said “DREAM NEO is Honda’s next big leap towards creating deep
inroads into the Indian commuter segment. Our newly opened Technical centre
comprising of R&D, Engineering, Purchase & Quality team, overcame
the challenge of improving Mileage and meeting the competitive price point.
Backed by our new product launches & network expansion, Honda aims
to grow over 150% in 100-110cc motorcycle segment YoY. Overall, we are
confident of customer demand for Honda 2Wheelers and eye 43% growth with
39.3 lac unit sales in FY’14.”
Elaborating on Dream Neo, Mr. Y. S. Guleria, Vice President – Sales &
Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., said “Creating
a new paradigm in mass mobility, DREAM NEO is Honda’s Most Affordable
and Most Fuel Efficient 2Wheeler ever in India. While DREAM NEO is loaded
with attractive & best in class features like Top Mileage of 74 kmpl*,
it is being delivered at a truly aggressive pricing to delight Indian
customers. Finally DREAM NEO is a package which is hard to resist by 100-110cc
mass segment motorcycle customers”.
In the heart of DREAM NEO is the superior refined 110cc air-cooled 4 Stroke
SI Honda engine. Delivering an astonishing fuel efficiency of 74kmpl *,
DREAM NEO is Honda’s Most Fuel Efficient 2Wheeler in India.
In India, this is the first motorcycle based on revolutionary Honda Eco
Technology (HET). HET combines improved piston and combustion chamber
design with the help of squish band which increases compression ratio
and fuel efficiency of Dream Neo. With Intelligent Ignition Control as
per the load conditions, ideal combustion is attained leading to improved
power output & efficiency.
On the performance front, DREAM NEO generates highest peak power of 6.15KW
(8.25 BHP) @7500 RPM and Best in class torque of 8.63Nm@5500 RPM in low
as well as high rpm range. DREAM NEO leaves competition way behind when
it comes to initial and overtaking acceleration.
In keeping with the sensibilities of target customers, DREAM NEO has a
utility oriented mature design. The vibrant dual tone graphic stickers
on fuel tank & side panels coupled with the aerodynamic front cowl,
trendy diamond shape front headlight, and realistic meter console with
white circular design, elegant all black six spoke alloy wheels, sleek
silencer and bright tail light highlight the subtle yet attractive style
of DREAM NEO.
DREAM NEO has been specially developed for Indian customers. DREAM NEO’s
Long Comfortable Seat, long front & rear suspension stroke and upright
sitting posture make it the best choice for fatigue free daily commuting.
Its wider handle turning angle results in an incredibly small turning
radius of making it a Dream to ride in congested traffic & narrow
lanes. The extended wheelbase of 1258mm maximises top speed stability
while the unique 5 step adjustable rear suspension provides maximum comfort
for rider and pillion. Further, Dream Neo’s high ground clearance of 179mm
and lightweight Single tube diamond frame translates to stress free natural
riding even in the worst of road conditions.
The tubeless tyres (except Kick Drum spoke variant), maintenance free
battery and viscous air filter in DREAM NEO significantly increase the
reliability of Honda’s latest mass motorcycle offering.
DREAM NEO will be available in three variants –
Self / Drum / Alloy with tubeless tyre
Kick / Drum / Alloy with tubeless tyre
Kick / Drum / Spoke with tuff-up tube.
Making rider the asli superstar, DREAM NEO will come in 6 stunning dual
tone colors- Black and Red stripe, Black with Violet Stripes, Force Silver
Metallic, Monsoon Grey Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic and Alpha Red
Metallic.
Showcasing the next leap in technology and features, Dream Neo will rewrite
the commuter Mass motorcycle equation in India with an extremely attractive
price starting Rs. 43150 (Ex-Showroom, Delhi).
| |