When I first got a glimpse of the updated 2025 Honda Hornet 2.0, I had to take a second look. It’s not just the fresh graphics or the bold streetfighter stance, it’s the kind of upgrade that makes you feel like Honda’s truly been listening to its riders.

The new 4.2-inch TFT display instantly grabs your attention. It’s crisp, colorful, and now fully connected with Honda RoadSync. Navigation, SMS alerts, call notifications, all right there on the screen. It feels like your smartphone and your bike are finally speaking the same language.

But the big news for me is traction control. Yep, Honda’s Selectable Torque Control is now part of the Hornet’s DNA. It steps in quietly when the roads get tricky, giving you that little boost of confidence without making a fuss.

Under the tank, it’s the same trusty 184.4cc engine, now OBD2B ready. Still smooth, still punchy with 16.7 PS power and 15.7 Nm torque, and paired with a slipper clutch that makes downshifts feel like butter.

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The sharp LED lighting, USB Type-C port, and new color schemes tie it all together. At ₹1.56 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), the price bump feels justified for what you’re getting. The 2025 Honda Hornet 2.0 isn’t just keeping up with the competition, it’s quietly raising the bar.