Honda Commemorates Grand Prix Bharat by launching the 2023 Repsol Editions of the Hornet 2.0 & Dio 125

Commemorating the Grand Prix of Bharat Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) today launched the 2023 Repsol Editions of Hornet 2.0 and Dio 125 priced at Rs. 1,40,000 and Rs. 92,300 respectively, these new Limited Edition Repsol models will be available at all Honda Red Wing dealerships across the country.

The Honda Dio 125 Repsol Edition gets dual-tone colour combination of Ross White & Vibrant Orange. Styling elements also feature LED headlamp and a sleek position lamp with blacked-out dual tip muffler. The Honda Dio retains its modern tail lamp with split grab rail, wave disk brake along with race color orange alloy wheels and bold logo that further accentuate the sporty character of the moto-scooter. Honda says that the Dio 125’s fresh new graphics represent Honda’s rich racing legacy. The scooter is also equipped with an intelligent fully digital instrument console along with Honda’s Smart Key, Combi-Brake System (CBS) with Equalizer, a 12-inch front wheel with telescopic suspension and a 3-step adjustable rear suspension. Powering the Honda Dio 125 is the 123.92cc, 4 stroke, single-cylinder BSVI OBD2 compliant PGM-FI engine that develops 7.75PS and 10.4 Nm.

The all-new Hornet 2.0 Repsol Edition gets an aggressive design with cutting-edge graphics that features an dual-tone colour of Ross White & Vibrant Orange with Repsol racing stripes on the body panels and alloy wheels. The motorcycle comes with an all-LED lighting system (LED headlamp, LED winkers & X-Shaped LED tail lamp), split seat and key on tank, Fully Digital liquid crystal instrument panel with 5 levels of customizable brightness for better visibility at day/night.

Powering thee motorcycle is the 184.40cc, 4 stroke, single-cylinder BSVI OBD2 compliant PGM-FI engine that churns out 17.26PS  and 15.9 Nm, the Hornet 2.0 boasts thrilling performance and even sports a new assist slipper clutch, Dual Petal Disc Brakes with a single-channel ABS, mono shock rear suspension. The all-new 2023 Dio 125 Repsol Edition has been priced at Rs. 92,300 and Hornet 2.0 Repsol Edition will retail for Rs. 1,40,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi). HMSI is also offering a special 10 year warranty package (3 year standard + 7 year optional) on these products.

Introducing HMSI’s latest offerings, Mr. Tsutsumu Otani, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “Racing is the heart of Honda. The pinnacle of motorcycle racing, MotoGP, is happening in India for the first time ever and there is a lot of enthusiasm among the Indian fans to witness history in the making. To further amplify their excitement, we have launched the 2023 Repsol Editions of Hornet 2.0 and Dio 125. We wish the upcoming BharatGP to be a great success.”

Commenting on the launch of the 2023 Repsol Limited Edition models, Mr. Yogesh Mathur, Director, Sales and Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “We are excited to launch the new 2023 Repsol Edition of Hornet 2.0 and Dio 125. Both these models have delighted customers in their respective segments and with the launch of these Limited-Edition versions, we are happy to transform Honda’s racing DNA on Indian roads for the MotoGP fans in India. We also extend our best wishes to the Repsol Honda Team for the maiden BharatGP.”