2022 Honda Vario 160 seen at Sepang MotoGP – signal of Honda’s newest scooter launch in Malaysia?

Launched to the world final February however nonetheless not receiving its official launch, the 2022 Honda Vario 160 was noticed on the Petronas Grand Prix of Malaysia. Seen within the Boon Siew Honda sales space within the public mall space, the Varied 160 occurring show could possibly be an indication of a launch in Malaysia within the close to future.

Retaining the acquainted silhouette of the Vario 150 (RM7,499 in Malaysia in 2020) some variations could be seen within the entrance cowl. Nonetheless, the earlier design type of the Vario is modified with the brand new entrance fender design, together with thicker tyres, this time a 100/80 in entrance and a 120/70 rear, mounted on 14-inch wheels in a brand new design and color.

From the title, we all know the Vario 160 will include a bigger engine, with the single-cylinder, liquid-cooled mill displacing 156.9 cc in comparison with the earlier 149.3 cc with higher compression ratio, 12:1 in comparison with 10.2:1. Energy is claimed to be 15.4 PS at 8,500 rpm with 13.8 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm, with the earlier Vario 150 producing 13.1 Ps and 13.4 Nm.

The Vario 160’s braking system additionally will get an improve from the one hydraulic disc and mechanical rear mixed braking system now joined by a two-channel ABS outfitted model for the Indonesian market. Different tools seems to stay the identical, with LCD instrument panel and 5.5-litre gas tank.

Suspension is completed with telescopic forks in entrance and monoshock on the rear, adjustable for preload. Different using conveniences embrace a keyless begin system, USB charging socket within the entrance cowl and underseat storage.