• ‘Most
Affordable’ 2Wheeler ever from Honda in India
• At 74
kmpl, Dream Neo gives ‘Highest Fuel Efficiency’ too!
• With
Dream series, HMSI aims over 150% growth in 100-110cc mass segment
Eyeing exponential growth of its business in
India, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI) today unveiled
the much awaited second ‘Dream Series mass motorcycle’– the 110cc DREAM NEO.
To stamp its presence in motorcycle segment, Honda expanded its product
portfolio further in the 100-110cc mass segment which commands a lion’s share
of nearly 50% in Indian 2Wheeler market.
To break the clutter of “Me too” motorcycles
in this segment, DREAM NEO from Honda caters to the needs of the Indian mass
model riders who now aspire for an expression of individual identity
believing strongly in themselves as “Apni Film ka Superstar”. They desire
their dream bike to deliver best in class mileage having star features in a
limited budget.
DREAM NEO is- Most Affordable and Most Fuel Efficient 2Wheeler to be launched
by Honda ever in India. With its high fuel efficiency of 74kmpl*1, high power
and torque while incorporating best-in-class performance and revolutionary
Honda Eco Technology, DREAM NEO guarantees a dream ride every time.
Talking about Honda’s strategic direction, Mr. Keita Muramatsu - President &
CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., said “DREAM NEO is
Honda’s next big leap towards creating deep inroads into the Indian commuter
segment. Our newly opened Technical centre comprising of R&D,
Engineering, Purchase & Quality team, overcame the challenge of improving
Mileage and meeting the competitive price point. Backed by our new product
launches & network expansion, Honda aims to grow over 150% in 100-110cc
motorcycle segment YoY. Overall, we are confident of customer demand for
Honda 2Wheelers and eye 43% growth with 39.3 lac unit sales in FY’14.”
Elaborating on Dream Neo, Mr. Y. S. Guleria, Vice President – Sales
& Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., said
“Creating a new paradigm in mass mobility, DREAM NEO is Honda’s Most
Affordable and Most Fuel Efficient 2Wheeler ever in India. While DREAM NEO is
loaded with attractive & best in class features like Top Mileage of 74
kmpl*, it is being delivered at a truly aggressive pricing to delight Indian
customers. Finally DREAM NEO is a package which is hard to resist by
100-110cc mass segment motorcycle customers”.
In the heart of DREAM NEO is the superior
refined 110cc air-cooled 4 Stroke SI Honda engine. Delivering an astonishing fuel efficiency of 74kmpl
*, DREAM NEO is Honda’s Most Fuel
Efficient 2Wheeler in India.
In India, this is the first motorcycle based
on revolutionary Honda Eco Technology
(HET). HET combines improved piston and combustion chamber design with
the help of squish band which increases compression ratio and fuel efficiency
of Dream Neo. With Intelligent Ignition Control as per the load conditions,
ideal combustion is attained leading to improved power output &
efficiency.
On the performance front, DREAM NEO
generates highest peak power of
6.15KW (8.25 BHP) @7500 RPM and Best
in class torque of 8.63Nm@5500 RPM in low as well as high rpm range.
DREAM NEO leaves competition way behind when it comes to initial and
overtaking acceleration.
In keeping with the sensibilities of target
customers, DREAM NEO has a utility
oriented mature design. The vibrant dual tone graphic stickers on fuel
tank & side panels coupled with the aerodynamic front cowl, trendy
diamond shape front headlight, and realistic meter console with white
circular design, elegant all black six spoke alloy wheels, sleek silencer and
bright tail light highlight the subtle yet attractive style of DREAM NEO.
DREAM NEO has been specially developed for
Indian customers. DREAM NEO’s Long
Comfortable Seat, long front & rear suspension stroke and upright
sitting posture make it the best
choice for fatigue free daily commuting. Its wider handle turning angle
results in an incredibly small turning radius of making it a Dream to ride in congested traffic &
narrow lanes. The extended wheelbase of 1258mm maximises top speed stability while the unique
5 step adjustable rear suspension provides maximum comfort for rider and pillion. Further, Dream Neo’s high
ground clearance of 179mm and lightweight Single tube diamond frame
translates to stress free natural
riding even in the worst of road conditions.
The tubeless tyres (except Kick Drum spoke
variant), maintenance free battery and viscous air filter in DREAM NEO
significantly increase the reliability
of Honda’s latest mass motorcycle offering.
DREAM NEO will be available in three
variants –
i. Self
/ Drum / Alloy with tubeless tyre
ii. Kick
/ Drum / Alloy with tubeless tyre
iii. Kick
/ Drum / Spoke with tuff-up tube.
Making rider the asli superstar, DREAM NEO
will come in 6 stunning dual tone colors- Black and Red stripe, Black with
Violet Stripes, Force Silver Metallic, Monsoon Grey Metallic, Midnight Blue
Metallic and Alpha Red Metallic.
Showcasing the next leap in technology and
features, Dream Neo will rewrite the commuter Mass motorcycle equation in
India with an extremely attractive price starting Rs. 43150 (Ex-Showroom, Delhi).
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