
Honda Dio BS6 is finally available in Nepal for 2023.Syakar Trading, the authorized distributor of Honda scooters in Nepal, has launched the updated Honda Dio 110 BS6 for the Nepali market.While the newer Dio has a sense of familiarity, it has improved in almost all regards. Honda Dio had lost its footing with the onslaught of different BS6-compliant scooters. Hopefully, things will be different now.We will talk about the variants and their differences in a bit.
Honda Dio Key Specifications
- Engine Type: Single-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, SI Engine
- Emission Standards:
- BS6
- BS4
- Displacement: 109 cc
- Cooling System: Fan-Cooled
- Starting Mechanism: Electric Starter & Kick Starter
- Max Power: 8.00 PS @ 7000 rpm
- Max Torque:
- 9.03 Nm @ 5250 rpm in BS6
- 8.77 Nm @ 5500 rpm in BS4
- Top Speed: 83 Kmph
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 5.3 liters
- Mileage: 55 kmpl
- Front Tyre: Drum
- 90/90-12 in BS6
- 90/100-10 in BS4
- Rear Tyre: Drum
- 90/100-10
- Tubeless Tyres: Yes
- Braking System: Combi Braking System (CBS)
- Suspension Setup: Telescopic and Spring Loaded Hydraulic
- Seat Height: 765 mm
- Ground Clearance: 158 mm – 160 mm
- Under Seat Storage Capacity: 18 liters
- Kerb Weight: 103 Kg – 105 Kg
- Colors: Blue, Yellow, Orange, Grey, Black, and Red in BS6 ,Black, Green, Yellow, and Grey in BS4
Design
Honda Dio sports a familiar design.It has gone through many different iterations over the years. In its latest update, Dio daunts a sportier avatar with its updated graphics in largely unchanged styling.The front section comes with a sculpted apron with cuts and creases being more prominent than before.The LED headlights and the halogen side indicators are integrated into the apron like before. However, the handlebar-mounted LED DRL has been slightly redesigned.
The side profile continues the similar aesthetics but with more angular crease lines. Plus, the new improvements include a Front Storage Box and an External Fuel Lid!It gets a mix of sporty yet commuter-friendly designs. It includes elements like a Two-Level Seat, Split-Type Handlebar, and Dual Tone Colors.Again, the aggressive angularity can be seen with the rear profile. It sports the familiar Halogen tail lamp but looks more aggressive than before.Honda Dio comes in Blue, Yellow, Orange, Grey, Black, and Red different colors.
Performance
Honda Dio is powered by a 109.51cc, Single-cylinder, Air-cooled, SI, PGM-FI engine. It generates a max power of 8.00PS at 7000rpm and a max torque of 9.03 Nm at 5250rpm. Moreover, it is also mated to a V-Matic transmission with a fuel tank capacity of 5.3 liters. This is a BS6-compliant Fuel Injection engine.
Notable BS6-specific features include Silent Start with ACG and an updated Informative Digital Meter. However, Side Stand Engine cut-off is optional for both variants.
Additional Details
Telescopic Fork and a 3-step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic handle suspension duties. Previously, the Dio only used the Spring Loaded Hydraulic configuration.The dimensions are 1808mm in length, 723mm in width, and 1150mm in height. Moreover, the wheelbase sits at 1260mm.
Interestingly enough, the Dio BS6 is 27mm longer, 13mm wider, and 17mm taller than the Dio BS4. Moreover, the wheelbase has also increased to 22mm Honda Dio comes with a 160mm ground clearance. And, the kerb weight is 105kg. It hosts an 18-liter under-seat storage capacity.
Honda Dio Features Highlight
- BS6 Compliant PGM-FI Engine
- Sporty Graphics with Dual Tone Colors
- LED Headlamp with LED DRL
- Front Hook with Retractable Rear Hook
- Metal Muffler Protector
- 4-in-1 Lock with Seat Opening Switch
- Combined Braking System (CBS)
- External Fuel Lid
- Engine Start/Stop Switch
- Passing Switch
- Front Storage Pocket
- Fully Digital Meter with 3-Step ECO Indicator (in DLX Variant Only)
- Golden Colored Rims (in DLX Variant Only)
Honda Dio Price in Nepal 2023 and Availability
The price for the Honda Dio BS6 STD in Nepal is Rs. 2.59 Lakhs and the price for the Honda Dio BS6 DLX in Nepal is Rs. 2.69 Lakhs.Whereas, the older Honda Dio BS4 is priced at Rs. 2.21 Lakhs for STD and Rs. 2.31 Lakhs for DLX.There are a few differences between the Dio DLX and Dio STD.
Honda Dio Variants | Price in Nepal |
BS6 – Deluxe (DLX) | Rs. 269900 |
BS6 – Standard (STD) | Rs. 259900 |
BS4 – Deluxe (DLX) | Rs. 231900 |
BS4 – Standard (STD) | Rs. 221900 |