Shine 100 Specifications

The Honda Shine 100 runs a 98.98cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine with PGM-FI fuel injection and Honda's eSP (Enhanced Smart Power) technology - a combination that puts it ahead of every carburetted rival in the 100cc class. Peak power is 7.38 PS at 7,500 rpm and max torque is 8.04 Nm at 5,000 rpm, delivered through a 4-speed manual gearbox with chain drive.

For a 100cc commuter, the numbers that actually matter are weight and mileage. The Shine 100 weighs just 99 kg kerb - that's lighter than the Bajaj Platina 100 and TVS Radeon, making it noticeably easier to manoeuvre in heavy traffic. ARAI-rated mileage is 55 kmpl, though real-world owners consistently report 65-70 kmpl with gentle throttle inputs.

Fuel tank capacity is 9 litres (with 1.4 litre reserve), giving a practical range of close to 550-600 km on a full tank - better than most rivals in class. Seat height is 786 mm, which is accessible for most Indian riders, and ground clearance is 168 mm - adequate for city roads but not great if your neighbourhood has particularly aggressive speed breakers.

Braking is handled by a 130 mm drum at the front and a 110 mm drum at the rear, both linked via CBS (Combi Brake System). No disc option exists at this price point, and the CBS setup is mandatory under Indian safety norms. Tyres are MRF 2.75-17 front and 3.00-17 rear on 17-inch alloy wheels - tubeless across both variants. Suspension is telescopic fork up front and twin shock absorbers at the rear.

The engine is now OBD2B-compliant (updated April 2025), meeting India's latest emission norms without any change to performance figures. A Side Stand Engine Inhibitor is standard - a useful safety feature that prevents the engine from starting or running with the side stand down.