New Honda Shine 100 DX Unveiled; Price Announcement on August 1

Honda 2Wheelers India has unveiled a new 100cc commuter that carry-forwards the popular ‘Shine’ portfolio, say hello to the feature-rich commuter from HMSI, the new Shine 100 DX. Featuring styling that is similar to the Shine 100 but with a couple of tweaks to make it stand out from the former. Available in four colour options, bookings will commence from August 1^st which is also when the prices will be announced. Deliveries to begin is a phase manner following the launch of the motorcycle.

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The new Shine 100 DX has been designed keeping the younger audience in check with a refreshed design and a couple of features. The motorcycle features a newly designed headlamp that is accompanied by a chrome garnishing on top. The fuel tank is wide and sculpted giving the Shine 100 DX is different look. Next, being a commuter the motorcycle features an upright and comfortable rider triangle with a long seat for maximum space and comfort.

Powering the Shine 100 DX is a vertically-positioned 98.98 cc single-cylinder air-cooled motor that is rated at 7.2 bhp and 8.04 Nm mated to a 4-speed gearbox. The motorcycle is suspended by telescopic fork at the front and 5-step preload adjustable monoshock at the rear. Braking is handed by drum brakes at both ends.

The Shine 100 DX has a fuel tank capacity of 10-litres, while seat height stands at 786 mm and length at 677 mm. The motorcycle tips the scale at 103 kg and has a ground clearance of 168 mm.

In terms of competition, the Honda Shine 100 DX goes up against the Hero Splendor, Bajaj Platina 100, TVS Sport and more in the highly-competitive 100cc commuter class.