Honda CBR 150R: Price, Features and Specifications

Honda bikes has always made their appearance with one surprise after another, and now the company is out with yet another excellent surprise for its customers. The company has recently launched its high performance affordable model of fuel-injected version of CBR 150R. The bike was previously launched in Thai market and expected to enter the Indian market in last month of 2012. The bike is considered as a replica to CBR 250R but the truth is, Honda CBR 150R is completely different bike from the 250R model in every possible manner. Looking at some Honda CBR 150R features, the bike has quite a few differences from its larger sibling. While the 250R is adorned with silver trim bits, the bulbous panes and massive exhausts, the 150R is equipped with shorter exhaust panel. Some other features make this bike sportier and a perfect choice for college going youngsters as well as working professionals.








If one will browse through several Honda CBR 150R pictures, one will be able to observe the complete beauty of this queen of roads. Its skeleton sports and funky design makes it stand in the queue of sport bikes just like Yamaha’s R15. The bike undoubtedly has the best riding postures amongst any of the bike we have in India at current times. The seat is very comfy, the handle is low and supportive and foot pegs are uniquely designed. The fuel tank is designed in such a way it gives complete rest to one’s knees. Even though one is on a long drive, one will not face any kind of back pain or pressure on the back. Combined with luxury with comfort, Honda CBR 150R is a fun to ride anywhere.








The engine of this bike is liquid-cooled unlike all other Honda bikes which have an air-cooled engine. It has a 140.4cc engine with a 4-valve head, which has a 63.5mm wide piston with 47.2mm stoke. The fuel delivery is maintained with Honda’s Programmed Fuel Injection. The bike is capable to produce a maximum power of 17.82PS at 10,500RPM and 12.66Nm torque at 8500RPM. The Honda CBR 150R price is expected to be about Rs. 116,385 in Indian market while the deluxe model of the bike will be available at around Rs. 117,385. There are quite a few color variants available for both the models. The standard model will be made available in Black with Pearl Sunbeam White and Sports Red with Pearls Sunbeam White. The 150R deluxe model will be available in Black with Candy Palm Green and Vibrant Orange with Pearl Sunbeam White color. I shared that Mahindra two wheelers is to launch three new bikes.

Honda and Bajaj continue to fight for 2nd spot

It has been a long time for the two major auto giants to produce quality vehicles in the country. Honda which is relatively new in case of bikes on the Indian roads has emerged as one of the best bike producers in the country being already done it with the cars. From the past time, Honda bikes have created problem for Bajaj bikes in India and the company which already displaced TVS Company from the 3rd spot in terms of sales in the country is now eying to grab the 2nd position of Bajaj. Well, of course Hero is the 1st name in the country which was earlier called Hero Honda. We have already seen that the companies in the country are trying to achieve every segment with their new flair of innovative bikes.

Talking about the sales of bike in the month of March, Honda took the second spot after displacing the Bajaj but Bajaj again came back and clearly took over Honda in terms of sales in the month of April. Again, Honda displaced Bajaj in the month of May and the situation remained the same for the month of June. So, it seems that despite of the close competition, Honda steadily is rising up in terms of totally bike sales by the company and Bajaj on the other hand is also making its best efforts to not let Honda easily take over. This is a inspiring competition for the bikes in India and it makes the quality and versatility to increase more. Well, both the company are not only working on their new launches but also upgrading their models which earned them a good name in the country. June 2012 Bike Sales Figures & Analysis.

Honda CBR 150R has been one of the best launches in the country which took a lot of admiration as Honda too took a step in the sports bike segment. This bike came in strong competition with the Yamaha’s R15 which is the current hero of the country. On the other hand, Bajaj Pulsar 200 NS seem to be big launch from the Bajaj which is party having its launch in different parts of the country. At a very competitive price, It seems to take on Mahindra Duke. Honda CBR 150R price is 1.35Lakhs in the country while Bajaj Pulsar 200 NS price is around the 85thousand mark. There are other few bikes from these two auto giants which are expected to boom the competition in India. Well, for now Bajaj which is best in 150cc+ segment in the country is expected to be below for sometime from Honda which is best at 100-125cc and 250cc bikes in the country. I shared that Yamaha FZS A Bike with Good Looks.

Honda CBR 150R vs Yamaha Y2F R15 Review

Yamaha Bikes launched the YZF-R15 back in mid-2008, This 150-cc offering from Yamaha was a new experience for the Indian customers because as it was a first 150-cc bike in its class. After, ruling the market for almost four years, today it is getting a stiff competition from Honda bikes with its Honda CBR 150R. If we compare the two bikes according to their exteriors, The most upgraded of R15 is version 2.0 is an aggressively styled machine,Yamaha Y2F R15 has derived its look from its elder sibling R6.Now talking about Honda CBR 150R, Honda CBR 150R has a eye-catching headlight, exhaust with a stubby look and pleasant graphics. Each of them has its own design and looks quite impressive. If we compare the quality of material and fit-and-finish , the Yamaha Y2F R15 scores over the Honda CBR 150R.








Comparing the sitting posture of two bikes, Yamaha YZF R15 looks quite aggressive and to have comfortable seat the driver needs to lean-forward. The seat is quite tall and the clip-ons and tank are quite low. On the other hand,CBR 150R offers a more relaxed driving, because the handlebar, seat and foot-pegs geometry provides a comfortable ride. Now if we compare the engine and features, both of them are equipped with a four-stroke, four-valve, 150-cc engines, liquid cooling, fuel injection along with six-speed transmissions. However,the Yamaha Y2F R15 employs the SOHC mechanism while the CBR uses of DOHC. Talking about power and torque, Honda CBR 150R provides a maximum power of 17.6 ps @ 10500 rpm and a maximum torque of 12.66 nm @ 8500 rpm. On the other hand, Yamaha Y2F R15 provides a maximum power of 17 ps @ 8500 rpm and a maximum torque of 15nm @ 7500 rpm. With all such great features,Honda CBR 150R price is around Rs.116,385 (Ex-showroom price in New Delhi) while the Yamaha Y2F R15 price is around Rs.107,000(Ex-showroom price in New Delhi)








Both the bikes are quite good at their positions, both of them are dedicated to sport, since the Yamaha Y2F R15 has an extremely committed stance, it automatically lends itself to be used for sport riding purpose. On the other hand, the Honda CBR 150R can serve very well in both aspect whether It has a comfortable seating for commuting everyday from home to work and back, can make for a good machine over the weekend and can be a wonderful machine on the highways. So if you want dual benefit go for Honda CBR 150R while if you love adventurous riding Yamaha Y2F R15 is a better option. I shared that Honda Activa and Suzuki Access are in Same Price range.

Honda CBR 150R All Specifications

As per fresh reports from Honda, the company is going to launch Honda CBR 150R in India. The company has launched many bikes and scooters in Indian automobile market. The Honda CBR 150R price in India is Rs. 1,35,000. Honda bikes are very famous in Indian mobile market. As per Honda CBR 150R pictures, the bike is available in two beautiful colors as Achilles Black Metallic and Pearl Siren Blue.

The Honda CBR 150R features reveal that the bike is one of the unique and smart sport bike. The model comes with aggressive and beautiful design. The Honda CBR 150R is enabled with alloy wheels with 80 /90 17mm front tyre and 100/80 17mm rear tyres. The bike has 10ltr capacitive fuel tank with good fuel reserve capacity. The 276 mm disc front brakes and 220mm disc brake as rear brakes are providing best brake system. The Electric start option is well supported in the Honda CBR 150R.

The Honda CBR 150R specifications include a single cylinder, 4-stroke, 4 valve engine that has 149.4cc displacement. As per engine capacity the engine is generating maximum power of 18 Bhp at the rate of 10500rpm and maximum torque of 16 Nm at the rate of 8500rpm. The Electric starter racer bike has 63.5 mm bore and 47.2 mm stroke for more pickup. In this Honda CBR 150R bike for fast riding, 6 speed gear are also available. The front telescopic suspension and rear mono-shock suspensions are also providing safety. The Honda CBR 150R comes with Aluminium frame chassis. The model has 115 kg kerb weight along with 172 mm ground clearance. Wet multiple disk clutch is also available in the bike. The Honda CBR 150R is enabled with 1286 mm wheelbase.

Honda CBR 150R Price and Features

The Honda CBR 150R sport bike has launched in Indian automobile market. The Honda bikes are very popular in India and international automobile market. The Honda CBR 150R price in India is around RS. 1,00,000.

The Honda CBR 150R features reveal that the bike has eye catching looks and attractive design. The bike is appearing in Achilles Black Metallic and Pearl Siren Blue two beautiful colors. The Honda CBR 150R is a very fashionable sports bike with DOHC 4 valve, 4 strokes, and 149.4cc engine. The bike will carry high power output of 18 Bhp at 10500 rpm and top power of 16 Nm at 8500 rpm. Honda CBR 150R comes with wet multi disk clutch. The model is enabled with 6 speed gear box. The model has petrol fuel type. Electric start option is also present in the Honda CBR 150R. The model has aluminum frame chassis. The bike is enabled with 80/90 – 70 mm front tyre and 100/80 – 70 mm rear tyre.

The Honda CBR 150R specifictaions suggest that the bike has also an advance feature of 276 mm disc front brake and 220 mm disc rear brake. The appearance of the bike is very stunning and classy that would easily attract the bike lovers. The Honda CBR 150R comes with a dimension of 652 mm width, 1910 mm length and 1065 mm height. The bike is 115 kg in kerb weight which will help the rider to maintain balance. The bike is providing telescopic forks front suspension and Monoshock rear suspension. The fuel capacity of the bike is 10 liters. The Honda CBR 150R has 1286 mm wheel base. Overall the Honda CBR 150R features and specifications are mind-blowing.