Motorbikes 'increased in price' by more than 10 million VND near Tet

Hot motorbike models on the market such as: Honda SH125i/150i, SH Mode 125, Lead or Yamaha Janus are predicted to increase in price near Lunar New Year 2018.

Honda SH 125i/150i "increased in price" by tens of millions of dong

The high-end scooter models Honda SH 125i and 150i are being "priced" higher by Head dealers than the company's listed price.

At the launch in November 2016, the suggested retail price for the Honda SH 125i/150i CBS 2017 was 67.99 million and 81.99 million VND. The Honda SH 125i/150i ABS 2017 was 75.99 million and 89.99 million VND.

However, the current selling price of SH versions has increased from 77 to 107 million VND (depending on the version). For example, according to a survey conducted by PV at a Honda dealer in Cau Giay area, Hanoi in mid-December, the selling price of Honda SH 125 with CBS brake is 77 million VND (an increase of 9 million VND), the 125 version with ABS brake is 84 million VND (an increase of 8 million VND). For SH 150i, the CBS brake version is 93 million VND (an increase of 11 million VND), the ABS brake version is 17 million VND (dealer price is 107 million VND).

Since its official sale in Vietnam in 2009, SH has always been in a state of being sold at dealers at a higher price than the company's suggested price. Honda Vietnam explained that this phenomenon depends on market demand. Popular models will increase in price while some models will decrease compared to the suggested price.

In the new generation, SH 125i/150i 2017 has been changed by the company in the design of the front part using LED bulbs for headlights, position lights and taillights. New electronic clock design. In addition, there is an additional ABS anti-lock braking system on both wheels, a convenient front storage compartment and a phone charger.

The SH 2017 engine is an improved type with 2 versions including 125cc with 12.2 horsepower and 150cc version producing 14.5 horsepower.

Honda SH Mode 125 2017

Not only the high-end scooter SH 125I/150L, ​​the mid-range Honda SH Mode 125 also had its price increased by 8 to 12.5 million VND by dealers. Specifically, the SH Mode personality version is currently priced at dealers in December at 65 million VND (listed at 52.5 million VND), an increase of 12.5 million VND; while the SH Mode fashion version has a listed price of 51.5 million VND, and a dealer price of 59 million VND (an increase of nearly 7 million VND).

As a mid-range scooter, located below its “senior” SH125i/150i, SH Mode is also favored by the company with a smartkey, a large storage compartment that can fit a helmet. The wide foot space creates comfort, and the saddle is balanced.

However, SH Mode also has many disadvantages such as: the car's cornering angle is a bit awkward, the front wheel is large so when running over rough roads the car can jump up while the rear wheel is pushed down hard, the back feels tired.

Honda Vision

Honda Vision is a scooter model with a compact design, slim and fashionable body lines, easy to control, suitable size, many utilities and trendy design.

Currently, the low-cost Vision scooter model has a listed price of 29.9 million VND and 30.5 million VND. In December 2017, the price of this model has increased by 3 to 5 million VND. For example, the Vision 2017 fashion version is priced at the dealer at 33 million VND, while the high-end version is priced at 35.4 million VND (an increase of nearly 5 million VND).

Honda Vision is a model that is quite suitable for the majority of female customers, especially young people such as students and new employees. Impressive features on the vehicle are the large trunk and front storage compartment, 4-in-1 multi-function lock, wide footrest, Combi Brake combined braking system for safe operation, electric kickstand helps the driver start the engine when the vehicle is neat, avoiding collisions on the road, and at the same time avoiding the case of children or others accidentally starting the engine when the vehicle is parked.

The vehicle uses a 110cc engine with integrated electronic fuel injection and air cooling, helping the vehicle operate powerfully and save fuel. Customers who buy Vision will have up to 7 different color options.

Honda Lead 125

Not only high-end scooters have their prices "inflated", the popular Honda Lead 125 scooter, currently priced at 37.5 million VND, has also had its price increased by nearly 4 million VND by the dealer.

For example, the current retail price of the Lead 2017 standard version without smartkey is 41 million VND and the Lead 2017 Smartkey is 43.9 million VND, both versions increased by nearly 4 million VND.

Not only for women, Honda Lead 125 is also suitable for men when needed. The design of the vehicle is large, outstanding with front headlights, rear lights using LED lights, large trunk, comfortable legroom. Powerful engine, stable running without much vibration, "scoring" with extremely optimal fuel consumption thanks to integrated eSP technology.

Honda Lead 125 is equipped with a 125cc, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled eSP engine, producing a maximum capacity of 8.45 kW at 8,500 rpm, maximum torque of 11.6 Nm at 5,000 rpm.

Yamaha Janus

Not only Honda models, some Yamaha products have also had their prices increased by authorized dealers. The most common is the Yamaha Janus scooter, whose listed price on the website ranges from 27.99 to 31.99 million VND (depending on the version). However, the current selling price at dealers has also been adjusted to increase slightly by 1-2 million VND.

Yamaha Janus features a simple European-style design, targeting female customers, students, and young office workers between the ages of 19 and 26.

On the market, Yamaha Janus has 3 versions including Standard, Deluxe and Premium. Janus uses a 4-stroke, air-cooled Blue Core engine, 125 cc capacity, maximum capacity of 9.5 horsepower and torque of 9.6 Nm.

Some typical equipment on the vehicle include: temporary engine shutdown system SSS (Stop & Start System), Smart Key, large storage compartment that can fit two helmets.

Above are some motorbike models that are predicted to continue to increase in price near Tet 2018 when people's shopping demand increases. Be a smart consumer, if you are in need of buying a motorbike for commuting, this is considered the best time to "buy" a motorbike./.