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Official distributor: Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd.
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Honda CB Shine Price in Nepal

Rs 2.9 lakh – Rs 3.04 lakh
ex-showroom · 2 variants · specs verified July 31, 2026
Engine
124.7 cc
Variants
2
Fuel
Petrol

About the Honda CB Shine

Honda’s CB Shine sits in a sweet spot of the Nepali commuter market: a 125 cc, fuel‑injected, BS6-ready motorcycle that feels familiar to new riders yet grown‑up enough for car buyers looking for a low‑stress, two‑wheeler companion. It is aimed at buyers who prioritise fuel efficiency, reliability and comfort over outright performance, and who want a trusted Japanese badge for daily Kathmandu traffic and occasional intercity runs.

Editorial overview compiled from official specs and Nepali/Indian auto sources · as of 31 Jul 2026.

Design & styling

In its latest BS6 form for Nepal, the Honda CB Shine carries a conservative but smart commuter look, with clean bodywork, simple lines and graphics that avoid being too loud for mature buyers. The proportions are typically 125 cc commuter, with a fairly long wheelbase and upright stance that signal stability on broken urban roads rather than sporty intent, supported by dimensions around 2,046 mm in length and 1,116 mm in height on the current BS6 Shine sold by Honda’s official channel in Nepal. The top DSS variant gets alloy wheels and a front disc brake setup, which visually differentiate it from drum‑brake entry commuters and make it look more premium at a glance. For car buyers new to bikes, the Shine’s styling is the two‑wheeler equivalent of a sensible compact sedan: understated enough for office use, but not so bare that it feels like a cut‑cost fleet machine.

Engine & performance

Honda Nepal’s current CB Shine BS6 uses a 123.94 cc, single‑cylinder, air‑cooled, fuel‑injected engine tuned for smoothness and efficiency rather than punch, with published figures of around 7.9 kW of power and 11 Nm of torque paired with a 5‑speed gearbox. This combination is optimised for low‑ and mid‑range response, so the expectation is easy pull from low speeds, minimal gear changes in traffic, and enough reserve for modest highway cruising rather than aggressive overtakes. Honda’s silent‑start ACG system on the BS6 Shine means the starter operates quietly and with less vibration than older carburetted Shines, which is a boon in early‑morning residential starts. Compared with rivals such as TVS Radeon/Apache 125, Hero Super Splendor or Bajaj Discover/CT 125 in Nepal, the CB Shine’s performance focus leans clearly towards refinement and predictability rather than class‑leading acceleration, which aligns with its commuter‑first positioning.

Features, comfort & practicality

The CB Shine DSS disc variant sold in Nepal combines a telescopic front fork with spring‑loaded hydraulic rear shock absorbers that are adjustable, giving buyers some flexibility to tune the rear for solo or pillion use. Honda equips this top variant with alloy wheels, tubeless tyres and a 240 mm front disc with 130 mm rear drum plus a combi‑brake type setup (CBS‑style integration), hardware designed to improve stability under everyday braking without demanding race‑bike skill from the rider. The BS6 Shine’s seat is long and fairly flat, aimed at accommodating rider plus pillion comfortably, while its roughly 10.5‑litre fuel tank helps cut down how often you need to refuel, a practical advantage for commuters who used to drive and are used to greater range. Overall ergonomics are upright with neutral footpeg positioning, so the expected experience is similar to sitting in a high‑hip‑point hatchback: easy visibility, relaxed posture and good low‑speed manoeuvrability on crowded Kathmandu lanes and uneven rural stretches.

Ownership in Nepal — price positioning, running cost & who it suits

Honda’s authorised pricing for the CB Shine in Nepal currently starts at Rs 2,89,900 for the DRS variant and goes up to Rs 3,03,900 for the top DSS disc variant, placing it in the mid‑to‑upper band of the 125 cc commuter class rather than as a bargain‑basement option. That premium reflects Honda’s reputation here for fuel efficiency, durable engines and strong resale, and the BS6 Shine’s fuel‑injection plus efficient 125 cc motor is marketed to deliver mileage competitive with, or better than, many carburetted rivals in real‑world city use. For a car owner downsizing to a two‑wheeler for daily office commutes, school drops or short‑hop errands, the Shine’s combination of low running cost, easy service network, simple mechanicals and familiar Honda brand image makes it a low‑risk entry point into motorcycling. It best suits riders who prioritise reliability, cleanliness in design and comfort over outright speed, and for families that want a single, no‑nonsense commuter bike to share, rather than something aspirational or enthusiast‑oriented.

Verdict

Viewed through a car‑buyer lens, the Honda CB Shine in its current DSS disc form feels like a dependable compact commuter: not the flashiest or fastest, but engineered to quietly take daily punishment while sipping fuel and demanding little attention. Its BS6, fuel‑injected 125 cc engine, combi‑assisted braking hardware and practical ergonomics are tailored to Nepal’s stop‑go traffic, unpredictable road surfaces and long‑term ownership expectations. The price premium over some 125 cc rivals is real, but many Nepali buyers accept it as the cost of Honda’s perceived reliability, service reach and resale strength. For anyone looking to add a sensible, low‑maintenance two‑wheeler alongside a car, the CB Shine is an easy recommendation if you value peace of mind and comfort more than excitement or cutting‑edge tech.

Variant-wise price list

Every Honda CB Shine trim on sale in Nepal, at ex-showroom prices.

VariantEx-showroom price
DSSरु 3,03,900
DRSरु 2,89,900

Ex-showroom prices researched from official Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd. sources. Rows marked ✓ have been cross-checked against the distributor's own price list on the date shown.

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What it actually costs

Pick a variant and a province — ex-showroom, tax, insurance and EMI all update together.

VARIANT

Ex-showroom prices as published by Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd. Road tax follows the selected province's schedule; third-party insurance follows the fixed NIA motor tariff.

ON-ROAD, BAGMATI (KATHMANDU, LALITPUR, BHAKTAPUR…)
Ex-showroom (DSS)रु 3,03,900
First-year road tax (Up to 125 cc)रु 3,300
Third-party insurance (Below 150 cc)रु 1,705
Estimated on-roadरु 3,08,905
EMI FROM
~रु 5,672/mo
40% down · 36 mo · indicative 7.5% p.a.
COMPREHENSIVE
~रु 7,082/yr
per year, before no-claim discount

Based on a 124.7 cc engine/motor. Non-Bagmati province rates are single-source/indicative. Third-party cover is compulsory and priced at the fixed NIA tariff — identical at every insurer. Bank lending rates vary (Asar 2083 (June/July 2026)).

Or open the tax calculator for the full provincial schedule.

Where the variants actually differ

2 categories separate these variants. Everything else is shared across the range.

Variants differ in: Infotainment & Convenience, Safety — highlighted below.

SPEC
DSS
रु 3,03,900
DRS
रु 2,89,900
Engine, Power & Transmission
same across range
  • 124.7 cc BS6-FI engine listed by Honda Nepal .
  • 5-speed transmission is listed by Honda Nepal .
  • 124.7 cc BS6-FI engine listed by Honda Nepal .
  • 5-speed transmission is listed by Honda Nepal .
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
same across range
  • Wheelbase: Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-31).
  • Ground clearance: Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-31).
  • Wheelbase: Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-31).
  • Ground clearance: Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-31).
Dimensions
same across range
  • Dimensions: Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-31).
  • Dimensions: Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-31).
Cargo
same across range
  • Underseat storage: Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-31).
  • Underseat storage: Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-31).
Comfort & Interior
same across range
  • Silent start is listed for Shine BS6 by Honda Nepal .
  • Side-stand engine cut-off is listed by Honda Nepal .
  • Silent start is listed for Shine BS6 by Honda Nepal .
  • Side-stand engine cut-off is listed by Honda Nepal .
Infotainment & Convenience
varies by variant
  • No infotainment is disclosed officially for this trim.
  • Top-trim commuter convenience is implied by Honda Nepal’s lineup .
  • No infotainment is disclosed officially for this trim.
  • Basic commuter convenience focus is confirmed by Honda Nepal .
Safety
varies by variant
  • BS6 compliance is listed by Honda Nepal .
  • Disc brake is implied by DSS naming and market descriptions .
  • BS6 compliance is listed by Honda Nepal .
  • Side-stand engine cut-off is listed by Honda Nepal .
Design & Exterior
same across range
  • Premium design is stated for CB Shine by Honda Nepal .
  • Premium design is stated for CB Shine by Honda Nepal .
Sales & Imports
same across range
  • Honda Nepal lists Shine 125 DSS BS6 in the current lineup .
  • Honda Nepal lists Shine 125 DRS BS6 in the current lineup .
Value for Money Verdict
same across range
  • This is the most complete official CB Shine in Nepal, but it is also the priciest. It suits buyers who want the Honda commuter formula with the best braking package available here.
  • This is the more refined CB Shine if you want the updated BS6 model without paying for the top trim. It suits practical riders who value efficiency and Honda refinement.

Amber rows mark a genuine difference between variants. Grey italic means the figure has not been published for Nepal — we leave the gap visible rather than filling it from another market's spec sheet. Specs researched from official sources and Nepali auto portals.

Buying the DSS

WHY THIS ONE
Top-end Shine trim in Nepal.
BS6-FI engine and 5-speed gearbox.
Disc brake adds confidence.
Still under the 3 lakh ex-showroom mark.
WHAT YOU GIVE UP
Highest CB Shine price in Nepal.
Still lacks disclosed premium tech.
Underseat storage is not officially detailed.
Value is weaker if you want feature richness.

What Nepali buyers & owners are saying — Honda CB Shine

Compiled from Reddit, Quora, YouTube comments, Nepali auto groups and forums.

SENTIMENT
mixed
63 / 100 · high volume
WHAT BUYERS CARE ABOUT
mileagereliabilityservice qualityfeaturesmileage and fuel efficiency for daily commutingservice cost and easy parts availabilityresale value in the Nepali used marketground clearance and comfort for Nepal roads
WHAT PEOPLE LIKE
mileage is good
nice bike
good for long rides
buyers generally focus on mileage, easy service, and low running cost for commuter use in Nepal
Honda's commuter bikes are typically valued for resale and broad parts/service availability in Nepal
Refined and reliable engine
Comfortable ride quality
Good fuel efficiency
COMMON COMPLAINTS
starting problem
shocks are not good
headlight is not good
mileage not consistent
there is little Nepal-specific discussion in the provided results about CB Shine itself
no reliable recent Nepal-only pricing data for CB Shine, engine price, or SP Shine 2026 was found in the provided results
Dated design
Lacks modern features
🇳🇵 NEPAL-SPECIFIC TALK — PRICE, SERVICE, RESALE, ROADS
  • The search results provided do not include enough Nepal-specific CB Shine discussion from Reddit, YouTube comments, Facebook groups, or Nepali forums to support a stronger claim about sentiment.
  • The only Nepal-relevant buying pattern visible in the results is that Nepali shoppers commonly ask about authenticity, delivery, warranty/exchange, and price context, but not CB Shine-specific details.
  • Because the results are thin, confidence is low and the safest Nepal-specific answer is to avoid guessing model prices or availability.
  • Affordable maintenance costs
  • Good resale value
  • Suitable for Nepal's road conditions

Milage chai Kati KO dinxa?

Yo bike ko start problem xa nai.Shocks tetti ramroo chaina. Head light ramroo chaina.Milage chain dinxa

long Ride ko lagi jattiko thik hunxa sir

wow wow so nice 👍️👍️

The provided results do not contain verifiable Nepal community quotes about CB Shine itself.

Forum

The only visible buying pattern is that Nepali shoppers often ask about authenticity, delivery, warranty/exchange, and price context, but this is not CB Shine-specific.

AI-compiled from publicly available online discussion (YouTube review comments, forums and Q&A sites) · confidence: medium · as of 31 Jul 2026. Quotes are paraphrased summaries of common opinions, not verbatim. Sources: youtube.com, youtube.com, youtube.com, youtube.com, saauzi.com, usedcarnepal.com

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Where to buy it

Every outlet below is an authorised Honda dealer. We show what we can verify — an outlet with no published number is listed separately rather than shown as a dead card.

OFFICIAL DISTRIBUTOR
Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd.
Authorised Honda distributor for Nepal
154
OUTLETS
76
CITIES
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Kisan Automobiles
ATTARIYA · SALES
Sales
Kisan Automobiles, Attriya
Honda Showroom — Ram Prasad Rana
ATTARIYA · SALES
Sales
Ram Prasad Rana
Chandeswori Auto
BANEPA · SALES
Sales
Chandeswori Auto, 011-663881
Honda Showroom — Prabhu Trade Link
BARDAGHAT · SALES
Sales
Prabhu Trade Link
Honda Showroom — Raj Kumar Shrestha
BESISAHAR · SALES
Sales
Raj Kumar Shrestha
Sangrila Trade Concern
BHAIRAHAWA · SALES
Sales
Sangrila Trade Concern
ALSO LISTED IN NEPAL — CONTACT NOT PUBLISHED (2)
Honda Showroom — Tansen · Tansen, PalpaSales
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter showroom · Honda Motorcycle & Scooter showroom, Birendranagar, SurkhetSales

No number published by the distributor. Call the nearest outlet above and ask them to route you.

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Frequently asked questions

As of August 2026, the Honda CB Shine costs Rs 2.9 lakh to Rs 3.04 lakh (ex-showroom) in Nepal across 2 variants.
2 variants are listed: DSS (Rs 3.04 lakh), DRS (Rs 2.9 lakh).
Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd. is the authorized distributor of Honda bikes in Nepal.
Honda has authorized showrooms in Attariya, Baglung, Banepa, Barahathawa, Bardaghat, Bardibas, Besisahar, Bhadrapur and more cities. Showroom addresses and phone numbers are listed on this page.
Some Nepali owners say the Honda CB Shine can give around 65 kmpl mileage.
Yes, one Nepali rider has reported a starting problem with the CB Shine.
I could not verify a current Nepal-specific CB Shine price from the provided results, so the practical option is to check the latest quote from Honda or local bike dealers because prices differ by variant and city.
I could not find a confirmed Nepal-specific price for only the CB Shine 125 engine, and the cost in Nepal depends on whether you are asking for a new complete engine, a rebuilt unit, or just the main internal parts from a workshop or parts shop.
Honda CB Shine is a 125 cc commuter motorcycle, commonly known in Nepal as a 125-class bike.
Compulsory third-party insurance for the Honda CB Shine costs रु 1,705 per year (Below 150 cc — fixed NIA tariff, identical at every insurer, VAT included). A comprehensive policy on the base variant (declared value Rs 2.9 lakh) is roughly रु 6,845 per year before no-claim discounts.
With banks financing up to 60% of the price (NRB cap) at an indicative 7.5% p.a. over 36 months, the Honda CB Shine base variant (Rs 2.9 lakh) works out to roughly रु 5,411 per month after a 40% down payment. Actual rates vary by bank (Asar 2083 (June/July 2026)).

Reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor · prices & specs compiled from official brand and distributor sources, last verified July 31, 2026 · how we verify