Following the government’s recent approval for motorcycles with up to 375cc engines on local roads, Bangladesh Honda Private Ltd (BHL) has introduced the 185cc Hornet 2.0, priced at Tk2.89 lakh.
The new Hornet 2.0 comes equipped with advanced features including an assist and slipper clutch system, programmed fuel injection, a Showa-built upside-down front fork, and a Bosch single-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS). It is available in four colors: Matte Sangria Red Metallic, Matte Marvel Blue Metallic, Matte Axis Grey Metallic, and Pearl Igneous Black.
“We are delivering a perfect blend of performance and excitement through this launch, reaffirming our commitment to world-class innovation and enhancing the riding experience in Bangladesh,” said BHL Managing Director and CEO Shigeru Matsuzaki during the virtual launch event.
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BHL Chief Marketing Officer Shah Muhammad Ashequr Rahman described the Hornet 2.0 as “a formidable combination of energy and sportiness, embodying massive naked street sports styling and aggressive performance.”
The globally recognized Hornet series, first launched in 1996, introduced its 165cc model to Bangladesh in 2018. Today, over 45,000 Hornet 165cc motorcycles are on local roads.
The Hornet 2.0 features LED lighting, wider tyres (140mm rear, 110mm front), and an advanced digital meter console. Its engine produces 16.6 Ps of power at 8,500 RPM and 15.4 Nm of torque at 6,000 RPM, making it suitable for both daily commuting and weekend rides.
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In the context of higher cc motorcycles entering the Bangladeshi market, Uttara Motors launched the Bajaj Pulsar N 250 in November 2023 at nearly Tk3.4 lakh, while Hero introduced the 210cc Karizma XMR in February this year at around Tk4 lakh. By mid-2024, over 1,400 units of these models had been sold in Bangladesh.
The government’s new policy allowing motorcycles with engines up to 375cc, provided they are locally manufactured, has opened new possibilities for premium bike enthusiasts in the country.
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