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Hness CB350

₹ 1,93,117ex-showroom · last updated 2026

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Engine
348.36cc
Power
20.78bhp
Weight
181kg
EMI starting from ₹5,000/month · subject to bank approval
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Honda Hness CB350 — Overview

The Honda Hness CB350 is a street bike available at a price range of Rs. 1,93,117 - Rs. 1,97,914 in India. It comes in 3 variants and 8 colours. It is powered by a 348.36 cc BS6 Phase 2B engine and has a user reported mileage of 35 kmpl. With both front and rear disc brakes, the Honda Hness CB350 comes with anti-locking braking system. The Hness CB350 bike weighs 181 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 15 liters. It develops a power output of 20.78 bhp and a torque of 30 Nm.

When Royal Enfield dominated the retro 350 segment with essentially no real competition for a decade, Honda showed up in 2020 with a bike that outclassed the incumbent on almost every technical metric - and called it the H'ness CB350. Starting at Rs 1,92,700, it packs a silky-smooth 348cc engine with near-zero vibrations, Honda RoadSync Bluetooth navigation, switchable dual-channel ABS, and a 3-year warranty into a classically styled package. The catch? It's only sold through Honda BigWing outlets - a network that's growing, but still leaves buyers in smaller cities with a service problem. If you live near a BigWing dealer, this is arguably the most refined motorcycle you can buy under Rs 2 lakh in India.

Honda Hness CB350 Latest Updates

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  • Honda announced a Special Edition variant of the H'ness CB350 at the BigWing Ride event in Bengaluru on April 19, 2026, featuring a new Metallic Maroon paint scheme with gold pinstripes and Special Edition tank badging, priced at approximately Rs 2.12-2.15 lakh (ex-showroom). Mechanically the bike remains unchanged, retaining the 348.36cc engine producing 21 PS and 30 Nm.

  • A new Metallic Maroon colour scheme with golden pinstripes for the Honda H'ness CB350 was leaked via a Honda BigWing dealership's Instagram post on April 18, 2026, ahead of an expected Special Edition announcement. The leaked images showed Special Edition badging on the fuel tank alongside chrome-finished fenders.

What We Like

  • Smoothest 350cc engine in the segment - butter-refined with no perceptible vibrations at highway speeds
  • Feather-light clutch pull (assist + slipper) makes daily stop-go Mumbai or Bengaluru traffic genuinely less tiring
  • Honda RoadSync Bluetooth delivers turn-by-turn navigation, calls, and music on the instrument cluster (DLX Pro and above)
  • Best build quality and fit-finish in the neo-retro segment - Honda's engineering standards show everywhere you look

What Could Be Better

  • Honda BigWing dealership network is thin - riders in Tier 2 and 3 cities will struggle to find authorised service
  • Headlight output is genuinely poor - inadequate for unlit state highways and rural roads after dark
  • Tall gearing combined with narrow power band demands frequent downshifts even at moderate city speeds

Editor's Verdict

Should You Buy the Honda Hness CB350?

The Honda H'ness CB350 is the most technically accomplished motorcycle in the Rs 2 lakh retro segment - smoother, better built, and more feature-loaded than anything Royal Enfield offers at this price. The single, non-negotiable caveat is the BigWing dealer network: if you're not within 30-40 km of an outlet, ownership will frustrate you. For city riders with BigWing access, it's the clear recommendation over the Classic 350.

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhat is the price of Honda H'ness CB350 in India?▾
The Honda H'ness CB350 is priced from Rs 1,92,700 (DLX, ex-showroom) to Rs 1,97,500 (DLX Pro Chrome, ex-showroom). These reflect the post-GST 2.0 revision from late 2025, which reduced prices by approximately Rs 16,000-17,000 from earlier levels. On-road prices vary by city - Rs 2,26,636 in Delhi and Rs 2,46,149 in Bangalore for the base DLX.
QWhat is the on-road price of Honda H'ness CB350 in Delhi and Mumbai?▾
The on-road price of Honda H'ness CB350 DLX in Delhi is approximately Rs 2,26,636 and in Mumbai approximately Rs 2,27,754. Both cities levy similar road tax rates, keeping the difference small. Cities like Bangalore (Rs 2,46,149) and Hyderabad (Rs 2,47,870) are significantly higher due to state-specific RTO charges.
QWhat is the real-world mileage of Honda H'ness CB350?▾
The ARAI-certified mileage of the Honda H'ness CB350 is 45.8 kmpl. In real-world riding - a mix of city stop-go and highway - owners typically report 35-42 kmpl. The 15-litre tank translates to a practical range of 500-600 km between fill-ups.
QWhat is the service cost and service interval for Honda H'ness CB350?▾
The Honda H'ness CB350 is serviced every 6,000 km. A scheduled service at a Honda BigWing outlet typically costs Rs 1,200-1,800 including engine oil and filter replacement - less than the Royal Enfield Classic 350's equivalent. The bike is backed by a 3-year or 42,000 km warranty.
QWhat is the EMI for Honda H'ness CB350 base variant?▾
On a 3-year bank loan with 20% down payment at standard rates, the EMI for the Honda H'ness CB350 DLX (ex-showroom Rs 1,92,700) works out to approximately Rs 6,500-7,000 per month. Honda Financial Services at BigWing dealers may offer competitive rates - compare before committing.
QDoes Honda H'ness CB350 have Bluetooth connectivity?▾
Yes, the Honda H'ness CB350 DLX Pro and DLX Pro Chrome variants include Honda RoadSync Bluetooth connectivity. It provides turn-by-turn navigation, incoming call and SMS alerts, and music control through the semi-digital instrument cluster. The base DLX variant does not include RoadSync - it's the sole meaningful difference between DLX and DLX Pro.
QIs Honda H'ness CB350 better than Royal Enfield Classic 350?▾
For engine refinement, build quality, features, and total cost of ownership, the Honda H'ness CB350 edges out the Royal Enfield Classic 350. It offers smoother power, a lighter clutch, standard dual-channel ABS and traction control, and Bluetooth connectivity at a comparable price with lower service costs. The Classic 350's advantage is Royal Enfield's far wider service and spares network - a critical practical consideration outside metro cities.
QWhat are the common problems reported by Honda H'ness CB350 owners?▾
The most common complaints are weak headlight output (inadequate for dark rural roads), cramped pillion seating, and limited BigWing dealer access in smaller cities. Honda also issued two recalls in 2024 - a speed sensor water ingress issue affecting October 2020 - April 2024 units, and a camshaft defect in June - July 2024 units - both resolved free of charge at BigWing service centres.

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Royal Enfield Classic 350
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