Honda Navi review, test ride

The suspension is probably the only part of the Navi that retains a scooter feel, sans all the typical niggling characteristics. There's one little chink in its armour – carried forward from the Activa – and that's the awkward position of the kick-starter which is too far rear-set. So when you try to get the motorcycle on the main stand, you're going to brush your toes against the kick; a bit annoying when the engine is on.

The rebels are always fun to be around and this one is no different. It is impracticable to slot the Navi in a specific motorcycle genre; it is what it is and we're glad Honda has taken a step in this direction. This latest two-wheeler could put the motorcycling scene in India on to a whole new direction. The Navi is fresh and fun and does not seem eager to conform to the traditional definition of motorcycles that occupy our streets today. At Rs 39,500 (ex-showroom Delhi), the Navi certainly seems to defy the laws that govern the other motorcycles in this price bracket. Well, we're not complaining, but hopefully Honda will throw in a few more horses next time. You know, because it's all about the fun.