Honda Unicorn vs Kawasaki W175 Comparison

The Honda Unicorn is the ultimate testament to the phrase, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it." In fact, Indian buyers love its predictable, fuss-free nature so much that public demand literally forced Honda to bring it back to life after it was briefly taken off the shelves. It doesn't care about looking aggressive or winning spec-sheet battles. Instead, it doubles down on the absolute essentials like incredible engine smoothness, solid fuel economy, and standard-setting comfort.

If your daily goal is to get from point A to point B with maximum mechanical reliability, zero back pain, and low maintenance bills, the Unicorn is still one of the smartest choices you can make. However, if you want a machine that turns heads at traffic lights, packs the latest tech, or offers sharp, sporty handling, you will be much better off spending your money on more modern rivals in the 160cc space.

The Kawasaki W175 is for those who need access to classic motorcycling. It offers light handling, neat retro styling, and a refined 177 cc engine. What also helps its case is the low weight and soft suspension, which makes it forgiving for beginners riding in traffic.

Seshan Vijayraghvan said in his review, “Yes, the price is a bit steep for a 177 cc motorcycle, but the W175 looks nice, comes with a very refined engine and has the potential to be a good beginner’s motorcycle.”

At the same time, the lack of modern features, absence of brighter lighting, and the modest low-end power output makes its asking price hard to justify. Especially when compared to similarly priced rivals such as the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and TVS Ronin.