The 2023 Honda CB200X is a minor update over the 2022 model. It retains the same styling and mechanicals but now meets the OBD-2 compliance norms. The new bike is available in three new colour schemes: Decent Blue Metallic, Pearl Nightstar Black, and Sports Red.
Design
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Design: The Honda CB200X for 2023 retains the design from the 2022 model, showcasing a muscular design. Key features include a single-piece headlight with a bikini fairing and a smoked visor, a split-seat setup, a two-piece grab-rail, and a neutral rider triangle. A new paint scheme for 2023 includes Decent Blue Metallic combined with Pearl Nightstar Black and Sports Red.
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Engine and Performance: The CB200X is powered by an OBD-2 compliant 184.4cc single-cylinder engine that produces 17bhp and 15.9Nm of torque. This engine is mated to a five-speed gearbox.
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Features: It boasts LED lighting and a fully digital instrument console with adjustable brightness. The console provides readouts such as the speedometer, trip meter, odometer, fuel level, and time, among others.
Brakes
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Suspension and Brakes: Honda has fitted the CB200X with USD (Upside-Down) front forks and a rear mono-shock. For braking, it’s equipped with front and rear discs and features ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) for enhanced safety.
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Tyres: The bike rolls on alloy wheels that are shod with road-biased tyres.
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Price: The 2023 Honda CB200X is priced at Rs. 1,46,999 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
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Competitor: As an alternative option in the same price range, the Hero Xpulse 200 4V is mentioned as a more capable motorcycle.
Here is a table comparing the specifications of the Honda CB200X and the Hero Xpulse 200 4V:
| Feature | Honda CB200X | Hero Xpulse 200 4V |
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| Engine | 184.4cc single-cylinder | 199.6cc single-cylinder |
| Power | 17bhp | 19.1bhp |
| Torque | 15.9Nm | 17.3Nm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Suspension | USD forks, mono shock | Telescopic forks, mono-shock |
| Brakes | Disc brakes (front and rear) with ABS | Disc brakes (front and rear) with ABS |
| Price | Rs. 1,46,999 (ex-showroom, Delhi) | Rs. 1,45,900 (ex-showroom, Delhi) |
