Honda is working on a small Hornet 2.0-based adventure bike that will go on sale in India in the second half of 2021, according to HT Auto in 2020. The Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer has now registered the name NX200 in the "Motorcycles and their Parts" class.

  

As previously reported, the bike, like the Hornet 2.0, will be sold through the Honda RedWing dealership network and will be based on the same platform and engine. For the record, another bike based on the same platform is available in China. It's called the CB190X, and it's not a stretch to think that the same bike could be used as a template for the India-spec Honda NX200.

In terms of mechanicals, the NX200 will be powered by the Hornet 2.0's 184.5cc 2-valve, air-cooled single-cylinder engine. This is also expected to produce 17.26 PS and 16.1 Nm of peak torque. Transmission is most likely a 5-speed unit.

The NX200 will, of course, have exterior features such as long-travel suspension, high ground clearance, seat height, and a wide handlebar. It could also have knobby tyres for better traction when riding off-road. It has not been confirmed whether Honda will use spoke wheels, but the chances are slim. Other features that could be included are LED lighting, single-channel ABS, and a fully digital instrument panel.

It is expected to be priced between 1.30 lakh and 1.40 lakh (ex-showroom) and will compete directly with the Hero Xpulse 200 ADV.

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