KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Like most Hondas, the Shine 100 now also comes with an OBD2B-compliant engine.
- It also gets a new paint scheme with updated graphics.
- The power and torque figures remain unchanged.
- It continues to be offered in a single variant.
The Honda Shine 100 is among the latest rivals to the Hero Splendor, and the Japanese bikemaker has given it an update similar to most other bikes in its lineup. The 2025 Shine 100 has been launched at Rs 68,767 (ex-showroom), and while it retains the same mechanicals and design, there are small tweaks here and there.
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2025 Honda Shine 100 Details
The 2025 Shine 100 carries over the same commuter design that makes it recognizable on the road. It comes with the familiar bikini and the slim, sleek proportions. In this upgrade, the Shine 100 lets go of the dual-tone black with gold paint scheme and instead it gets a new black with orange paint scheme, thus adding the colour options to five, from the existing four. The graphics have also been given a slight tweak.
Underneath the familiar looks, the Shine 100 retains the same mechanical setup. The 98.98cc, single-cylinder powertrain is now OBD2B-compliant and runs cleaner than before. It is paired to a four-speed gearbox, producing 7.2bhp at 7500rpm and 8.05Nm of torque at 5000rpm. The diamond frame relies on conventional telescopic forks and twin gas-charged shocks, and the braking setup also continues to be drum units on both ends.
Unlike the other OBD2B-compliant models in Honda's lineup, the Shine 100 does not boast of many features, but it does come equipped with a side-stand cut-off function. In comparison, the Hero Splendor offers an XTEC variant with a digital cluster and smartphone connectivity for notifications.
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Verdict
The Shine 100 is Honda's attempt at taking away the top spot from Hero in the sales charts. With the latest update, it might not seem like much, but it is still a considerable option for those who want something other than a Splendor.
