Rumour: Honda SP160 coming this festive season

The SP160 will be based on the Unicorn platform and could borrow styling cues from the SP125.

According to a media report, Honda is likely to launch a new 160cc bike, the SP160, this festive season.

The new model will be called SP160 and is expected to be based on the Unicorn platform. The bike will be powered by a 162.7cc single-cylinder engine that makes 12.7 BHP @ 7,500 rpm and 14 Nm @ 5,500 rpm. It will be paired with a 5-speed gearbox.

The styling of the SP160 could be inspired by the SP125. It could feature a simple design with a sporty headlamp cowl up front and fuel tank extensions on the sides. The bike will ride on 17-inch wheels and could come in disc and disc/drum variants. It is said to have a 12-litre fuel tank and could weigh around 141 kg.

It has also been reported that the Honda SP160 could be launched as early as next month.

Source: Autocar India