Honda Activa 6G, Price, Specs, Mileage and Review
Honda Activa 6G BS6 has been launched in India. Honda Activa is the iconic name in India in the scooter world. This two-wheeler changes the scenario of the scooters in India. The first model of Honda Activa was launched in India in May 1999 from that time to now still the Honda Activa is among the top-selling scooters of India. During this long journey, Honda always comes with an updated version of its Activa series. Honda Activa 6G is also the latest updated version in this series. Please read the full blog to know more about the price, images, colours, mileage, new features, the difference of variants, specifications, pros and cons of the new Honda Activa 6G BS6 in India. |
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Honda Activa 6G: Engine, Specifications, and Technicals
New Honda Activa BS6 has come with an all-new fan-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder 109.51cc spark-ignition engine. Honda has introduced first-time fuel injection technology in this segment with new eSP technology. This engine delivers maximum power of 5.73 kW @8000 rpm and maximum torque of 8.79 Nm @5250 rpm. Ignition of this scooter is CDI type (Capacitor Discharge Ignition).
The new eSP (Enhanced Smart Power) technology reduces the noise of the engine as its ACG starter motor eliminates the use of the gear meshing and its noise during starting and smart tumble flow technology enhances the engine efficiency through the improved movement of the air-fuel mixture as well as combustion which results in 10% more mileage than previous Activa 5G.
In fuel injection technology, the fuel pump injects the fuel by the sensor-based electronic control unit which ensures the optimum fuel in the engine as per the need and can perform a variation of air-fuel ratio more accurately than a carburettor. Thus fuel technology results in proper fuel burning as well as more power and fewer emissions.
A separate engine Start/Stop switch on the right side of the handlebar makes it easy to stop in busy traffic.
The new BS6 compliant engine of Honda Activa 6G is very smooth and starts quickly. This run machine achieves a speed of 0-40 km very silently.
Honda Activa 6G: Design and Dimensions
The design of the new Honda Activa 6G is similar to its ancestors because Honda does not want to disappoint Honda Activa lovers by launching a different design in the name of Activa.
The most awaited change in Activa 6G is a telescopic suspension in front by replacing old spring loaded hydraulic type suspension in Honda Activa 5G and other older versions of this series. The telescopic suspension is very smooth on travel and responds well to damping and because of this seating feels more comfortable now. The rear suspension is also changed by an all-new 3-step adjustable suspension to enhance the comfort as per the needs of the rider.
The new 12-inch sheet metal front wheel with tubeless tyre is also the add-on to the comfort of this scooter while the rear wheel is 10-inch with the tubeless tyre as it was in the previous Activa 5G. The alloy wheels are not present in Honda Activa 6G.
Honda introduced the new Activa 6G with an external fuel filling arrangement with a double lid as now all scooters are coming with this feature but it was not in the previous version of Honda Activa. This feature is much needed nowadays and is being liked by scooter lovers because of its hassle-free fuel filling. Though the additional lid is a little bit stiff while closing but you can get used to it after a while.
The front chrome looks wider and the mirror of both sides is changed by a new one. Honda two-wheelers India claims 171mm of best in segment ground clearance in its Activa 6G it was 153mm in Activa 5G. The seat of the new Activa 6G is 22mm longer and the footboard space is 23mm longer than Activa 5G.
A separate button to open the seat and external fuel lid near the key area lead this bike to an easy and user-friendly scooter. This scooter has a new rear headlamp. Now it looks sharper than before. Kerb weight and fuel tank of Honda Activa 6G are 107 Kg and 5.3 litres respectively.
The new Activa 6G has a combi-brake while maximum other scooters in this segments are coming with a front disc brake though braking never lags during riding in the new Activa 6G. An all analogue instrument cluster can disappoint the customer because the semi-digital console was in Activa 5G but it is not available in the new Activa 6G. This can be a reason to reduce cost and keep the price of this scooter more competitive.
The owner reported mileage of Activa 6G is around 55 Km/L which is great.
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Honda Activa 6G: Colours, Variants, and Price
New Honda Activa BS6 comes in six beautiful colours which are glitter blue metallic, pearl spartan red, dazzle yellow metallic, black, pearl precious white and matte axis grey metallic.
This scooter has two variants which are Honda Activa 6G standard and Activa 6G deluxe. The main difference between standard and deluxe variants are Halogen headlamp and LED headlamp.
New Delhi ex-showroom price of the standard variant is INR 65,419 and of deluxe variant is INR 66,919.
Honda Activa 6G: New Features
- New Honda eSP technology-based engine
- 10% increased mileage
- Silent start with ACG starter motor
- New tumble flow technology to increase the turbulence of air+fuel mixture
- Engine start/stop switch
- New LED DC Headlamp
- A dedicated button for seat and boot lid opening
- 12-inch wheel
- Best in segment ground clearance (171mm)
- Telescopic suspension in front
- External fuel filling with double lid
- New 3-step adjustable shock absorber in the rear side
- Wider Chrome finish
- Sensor-based programmed fuel injection
- Longer footboard space
- Longer seat
- New rear headlamp.
Honda Activa 6G: Pros
- New smooth engine
- More comfortable than 5G
- Improved Suspension and riding joy
- Competitive Price
- Great mileage and engine durability
Honda Activa 6G: Cons
- Analogue instrument cluster
- No alloy wheel
- No disc brake
Honda Activa 6G: Conclusion
Honda Activa is always known for its very smooth and durable engine having great mileage. Honda is still standing on its promise by introducing a newly designed more refined engine with new technology. Since the digital instrument cluster, disc brake etc. are missing out in Honda Activa 6G but Honda has added a lot of more features like PGM-FI, telescopic suspension, multi-function unit, engine start/stop switch, best in segment ground clearance, external fuel filling arrangement etc. can be a reason to love and own this bike. Because of 10% improved mileage and a good competitive price, this scooter will sure attract old Activa lovers as well as new buyers.