Honda Activa 8G vs older Activa models : The Honda Activa has been the most trusted name in scooters throughout India for decades. The common sight of at least one Activa in some garage or other has made it a true household name. Accordingly, with the advent of the Honda Activa 8G, a lot of people are seen wondering how different it is from its older counterparts. Let’s see for ourselves.
Design and Style Updates
The Activa has been known for a simple, practical design through the ages. The newest Activa 8G carries the familiar visage but with contemporary adaptations. It comes with sharper bodystyle lines, a new palette of colors, and LED lightings that appear slick. The 8G is comparatively more premium-looking than the older models, such as the Activa 5G and 6G, while still managing to retain the classic Activa charm.
Performance and Engine
One of the drastic changes comes in performance. While the Activa 8G continues with Honda’s trusted 110cc engine, it is tuned for greater fuel efficiency and an all-around smoother ride. The latest H-Smart technology introduced by Honda makes this scooter much smarter and simpler to handle. The 5G model saw no such advanced features, whereas the 6G brought in BS6 compliance but not the smart features that the 8G now garners.
Features and Technology
This is where the Activa 8G really sets itself apart. It now has a digital-analogue meter, silent start system, and in the higher variants, even a smart key option popped up. These features were absent in the older versions, whose high points were limited to basic comfort features such as under-seat storage and a metal body. The 8G has been designed specifically for the modern-day rider, who expects a balance of comfort and technology in their scooter.
Ride Comfort and Safety
For years, Honda has continued improving the ride quality of the Activa. The Activa 8G has offered a significant upgrade in terms of ride and safety, courtesy of telescopic front suspension and a relatively sophisticated braking setup, as compared to the previously simpler suspension system in older ones like the 4G or 5G. It makes commuting a day in and day out comfortably over the rough-and-ready roads of a city.
For anyone who has a nicely maintained Activa 6G, the 8G upgrade is mainly with respect to the new features and technology. But if you own an older Activa, 4G or 5G, the Activa 8G is now definitely winning in performance, safety, and most importantly, with a modern touch in design!