The 2026 Honda CB350 has been launched in India at ₹1.95 lakh, ex-showroom (Bengaluru). This is a model-year update. Honda has dropped the H’ness name, added new colours, and revised the variant structure, while the core mechanical package stays the same. The line-up now has a cheaper entry-level trim.
This article covers the Honda CB350 price, variants, features, mileage, and specifications, and how the bike compares with its siblings and the Royal Enfield Classic 350.
Honda CB350 Price in India
The updated CB350 comes in three variants. All prices are ex-showroom (Bengaluru).
| Variant | Ex-showroom price |
| CB350 STD | ₹1,95,200 |
| CB350 DLX | ₹1,97,900 |
| CB350 Chrome | ₹1,99,900 |
The CB350, CB350RS and CB350C together span ₹1,95,200 to ₹2,04,700. On-road prices depend on your city’s registration, road tax, and insurance, so check with a local BigWing dealer.
Bookings are open for ₹5,000 through Honda’s website and authorised BigWing dealerships. Reports differ on availability. One says dispatches to dealerships began on 21 September. Another says the CB350 and CB350C reach showrooms from October, while the CB350RS is available immediately. Confirm the delivery date with your dealer.
Honda CB350 2026: What’s New?
The H’ness name is gone. The motorcycle is now simply the CB350. The variant that previously sat at the top of the H’ness CB350 range is now represented by the CB350 Chrome.
A new entry-level STD variant has been added. It lowers the starting price by ₹2,000 to ₹1,95,200. Most other variants across the range cost about ₹2,000 more than before.
There are new colours. The STD comes in Pearl Igneous Black and Pearl Deep Ground Grey. The DLX adds Rebel Red Metallic and Pearl Siren Blue. The Chrome comes in Pearl Igneous Black, Pearl Deep Ground Grey and Pearl Siren Blue.
The core mechanical package is unchanged. Team-BHP describes this as primarily a cosmetic update. The engine, chassis, suspension and braking hardware carry over. This is not a new-generation motorcycle.
Variants Explained
Autocar India says the three CB350 variants differ mainly in features, some cosmetic touches and colours. Since the mechanicals are shared, the choice comes down to appearance and equipment rather than performance.
- STD is the cheapest way in. It has two colours, both dark.
- DLX costs ₹2,700 more than the STD. Its most visible addition is the wider colour choice, including red and blue.
- Chrome costs ₹2,000 more than the DLX. It takes the top position in the range that the highest H’ness variant previously held, and is the most heavily finished of the three.
A confirmed variant-by-variant equipment list was not available at the time of writing. Check the exact feature split with the dealer before booking.
Engine and Performance
The CB350 uses a 348.6cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine producing 20.7 bhp and 29.5 Nm, paired with a five-speed gearbox. Some listings round the power to 21 bhp.
It is a relaxed engine, tuned for low-rev pull rather than outright speed. In city traffic, that means you can hold a higher gear and ride smoothly. On highways, the engine is better suited to relaxed cruising than repeated high-speed acceleration. The assist and slipper clutch keeps the lever light in stop-start traffic.
Mileage and Running Costs
The ARAI-claimed figure listed by aggregators is 42.17 kmpl. We could not verify it on Honda’s website, so treat it as an aggregator-listed number.
Owner-reported figures can be around 35 kmpl, although actual mileage will vary with riding conditions, traffic, tyre pressure, and how much highway riding you do. The 15-litre tank gives a comfortable gap between fill-ups. Service-cost figures were not available, so we have not estimated them.
Design and Comfort
The CB350 takes the most straightforward modern-classic approach in Honda’s current 350cc range. It has a round headlamp, a rounded tank with pinstriping, chrome on the mudguards and exhaust, and a brown seat. It rides on a 19-inch front and 18-inch rear alloy wheel setup.
At 181 kg kerb weight and 166 mm ground clearance, it is lighter than the Classic 350. That helps in city use. Ride comfort and seat height should be judged on a test ride, as we could not confirm an official seat-height figure.
Features and Technology
The features that matter most are all-LED lighting, Honda RoadSync smartphone connectivity, traction control, the assist and slipper clutch, and dual-channel ABS. Launch coverage lists these as carried over for 2026.
RoadSync is the most practical for daily riders, handling calls, music, and navigation through your phone. The slipper clutch matters more in traffic and on downshifts than a spec sheet suggests.
Safety Features
Launch coverage lists dual-channel ABS, Honda Selectable Torque Control (traction control), disc brakes at both ends, and all-LED lighting as standard. Confirm variant-wise availability at the dealership.
Honda CB350 vs CB350C vs CB350RS
The three bikes share the same engine, so the difference is character.
| CB350 | CB350RS | CB350C | |
| Positioning | Modern classic | Sporty roadster | Heritage classic |
| Starting price | ₹1,95,200 | ₹1,99,900 | ₹2,00,300 |
| Kerb weight | 181 kg | 180 kg | 186 kg |
| Rear tyre | 130/70-18 | 150/70-17 | 130/70-18 |
The RS has a darker finish, a blacked-out exhaust and a sportier seat and rear end. The CB350C adds larger mudguards, tank knee pads and a split brown seat, along with an analogue-digital instrument cluster. The RS is the only one with a 17-inch rear wheel.
Honda CB350 vs Royal Enfield Classic 350
| Honda CB350 | Royal Enfield Classic 350 | |
| Starting price (ex-showroom) | ₹1.95 lakh | About ₹1.87 lakh |
| Quoted power/torque | About 21 bhp / 29.5 Nm | 20.48 PS / 27 Nm |
| Kerb weight | 181 kg | 195 kg |
| Fuel tank | 15 litres | 13 litres |
The Honda has a slightly higher quoted torque figure, a lower kerb weight and a larger fuel tank. The Classic 350 offers a broader variant range, which runs up to about ₹2.24 lakh, and its own distinct engine character. Royal Enfield also launched a Classic 350 with a slip-and-assist clutch on 16 July 2026, so that feature is no longer exclusive to Honda in this segment. Compare like-for-like variants at each showroom.
What Kind of Buyer Is the Honda CB350 For?
- Daily commuters: The lower weight and slipper clutch help in city riding.
- Weekend riders: The 15-litre tank and relaxed engine suit unhurried rides.
- Highway use: Comfortable for steady cruising, less suited to repeated hard acceleration.
- Styling: It suits buyers who want a chrome-heavy modern-classic look rather than a sporty or vintage one.
- Features: RoadSync and traction control appeal to those who want modern equipment on a retro bike.
Final Verdict
The 2026 update changes the packaging rather than the motorcycle. The engine and core mechanical package remain unchanged, while the variant structure, naming and colour options have been revised. A new STD trim lowers the entry price, and most other variants cost slightly more than before. For buyers, the CB350, RS and C sit within roughly ₹9,500 of each other, so the decision comes down to styling and riding character rather than budget.
FAQs
What is the price of the Honda CB350 2026?
It starts at ₹1,95,200 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru) for the STD and goes up to ₹1,99,900 for the Chrome.
What are the Honda CB350 variants?
STD, DLX, and Chrome. The CB350RS and CB350C are sold as separate models.
What engine does the Honda CB350 use?
A 348.6cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine with a five-speed gearbox, making about 20.7 bhp and 29.5 Nm.
What is the Honda CB350 mileage?
An aggregator-listed ARAI figure is 42.17 kmpl, which we could not verify on Honda's website. Owner-reported figures can be around 35 kmpl, although actual mileage varies with riding conditions and usage.
What is new in the 2026 Honda CB350?
The H'ness name has been dropped; there is a new STD variant, and new colours have arrived. The core mechanical package is unchanged.
