Honda Activa 4G

What’s Good

Honda launched the fourth generation model of Honda Activa to comply with BS-IV emission norms. Activa 4G has some designs in common as the last model. With the addition of two new colors, which are silver and grey, and Automatic Headlamp On (AHO), the bike is updated to an existing model. To makeover the predecessor, a few modifications have been made in the front apron with added 4G badge to the rear side panels. The complete look of Activa 4G appears ripe but it also gives a look of some outdated form. For the convenience of the rider, the Honda Activa 4G offers a USB charging facility. The scooter has a 5.3-litre fuel tank and weighs 108kg. The body of scooter measures 1761 mm x 710mm x 1149mm (LxBxH). Some of the attractions:

• Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)
• Two new colors; silver and grey
• BS-IV emission norms
• Upgraded front apron
• 4G badge on rear side panels
• A USB charging facility

Power And Mileage

Honda Activa 4G is powered by a 109cc, air-cooled, single cylinder engine and mated to an automatic gearbox. The engine of Activa 4G maintains its firm characteristics and evenness in the newly iterated Activa 4G and able to produce maximum power of 8BHP and maximum torque of 9Nm. For better fuel economy, the engine is mated to a Honda Eco Technology. The engine follows BS-IV norms. The peak speed which can be touched by scooter is 83 kmph and the mileage of the Honda Activa 4G is 60kmpl. Some of the attractions are:

• A 109cc, air-cooled, single cylinder engine
• Automatic gearbox
• Maximum power of 8BHP
• Maximum torque of 9Nm
• Honda Eco Technology
• BS-IV compliant engine

Handling And Riding

The new generation Honda Activa 4G is equipped with 130mm drum brakes at the front and rear ends. The chances of skidding are maintained by Honda’s patented Combi Braking System (CBS). The suspension system includes bottom link type absorbers in relation to hydraulic shock absorbers at the rear end. The scooter is balanced by 90/100-10 tubeless tyres that make rider confident even in case of a puncture. The handling and riding of Activa 4G are quite comfortable even in tight city traffic. The scooter has Combi Braking System(CBS) which is applied independently when pressing the rear brake lever, consequently to reduce the skidding circumstances. The respective wheelbase measures 1238 mm and minimum ground clearance of 153mm. Some of the attractions are:

• 130mm drum brakes at both ends
• Combi Braking System (CBS)
• Suspension with bottom link type absorbers
• Hydraulic shock absorbers
• 90/100-10 tubeless tyres
• The wheelbase measures 1238 mm
• Minimum ground clearance of 153mm

Maintenance

All the rights for maintenance and servicing are reserved with Honda India to repair or replace at company's authorized service centres either free of cost or in payment. To keep the performance of the scooter firm, it is necessary to do timely check for engine oil, air cleaner, engine oil filter, battery, wheel bearings, brake pads and as described in the manual to take care about.

Safety

Honda provides a better experience with the braking duties of 130mm drum brakes at the front and rear ends. It comes with a 90/100-10 tubeless tyres fitted at the front and rear ends making a rider confident even in case of a puncture. The wheelbase of the scooter measures 1238 mm. Some of the attractions are:

• 130mm drum brakes at both ends
• 90/100-10 tubeless tyres
• Wheelbase measures 1238 mm

Verdict

Overall, the quality of the Honda Activa 4G scooter is good and it is a better replacement for an older version. Some tweaks like BS-IV compliant norms, Automatic Headlight On(AHO) feature, a USB charging port are great attractions for the rider who have planned to buy Honda Activa scooters and will get an upgraded version than the previous model. The Honda Activa 4G is priced at Rs. 51,324(ex-showroom, India) in India.