Honda GB350 Retro With Modern Performance Ready To Enliven Australia's Two-wheel Market

Honda GB350. (Doc. Honda Australia)

JAKARTA - Australia's two-wheeled market will soon welcome the presence of Honda GB350, which carries a combination of sporty and retro looks that create an elegant impression.

Reported by Riderapart, Thursday, February 1, Honda Australia's official website recently registered the GB350, but details regarding prices for the Australian market have not been disclosed.

Meanwhile, based on local media reports from Australia AMCN, the Honda GB350 motor which has also launched in Japan is expected to be sold at a price of 6,999 Australian dollars, or equivalent to around Rp72 million.

In addition to the price that has not been announced, the specifications of this motorbike are also still a mystery. However, it is estimated that the specifications will be parallel to the model that has been introduced in Japan. In terms of performance, this motor uses modern engines with classical architecture, carrying a single cylindrical 348cc air-cooled engine, OHC, and electronic fuel injection to maintain reliability and efficiency. Although Honda does not specifically list the power generated on its website, GB350 is known to be able to produce 20 hp at 5,500 rpm and a torque of 21 Nm at 3,000 rpm.

Talking about the design, GB350 emphasizes simplicity to keep its appearance modern, with a touch of aesthetics inspired by the cafe rate style. This motorbike is equipped with round LED headlights, vintage-style exhausts, chrom components, and other interesting design elements.

Furthermore, this motor is also known to have modern technology such as the standard ABS braking system at the front and rear, and is equipped with practical assist/slipper couplings, making it more beginner-friendly. GB350 will be available in two color choices, namely Matt Pearl Morion Black and Matt Jeans Blue Metallic.