Honda has updated its entire CB350 family in India, and the most noticeable change isn't mechanical — it's the disappearance of a name that's defined the range's top variant for years. The H'ness badge is gone, replaced by a simpler, more structured lineup spanning eight variants across the CB350, CB350RS and CB350C, priced between Rs 1.95 lakh and Rs 2.04 lakh, ex-showroom Bengaluru.
A Naming Simplification, Not Just A Rebrand
Here's the actual change worth understanding. Honda has restructured how the CB350 range presents itself: what used to be the range-topping H'ness variant is now simply called the CB350 Chrome, and a new CB350 STD trim has been added below it as a genuine entry point. That's a meaningfully clearer structure than before — buyers now choose between STD, DLX, and Chrome trims on the standard CB350, rather than navigating a separate H'ness sub-brand sitting somewhat apart from the rest of the range.
Where Each Model's Pricing Lands
The standard CB350 spans STD (Rs 1,95,200), DLX (Rs 1,97,900), and Chrome (Rs 1,99,900) — with the new STD trim actually bringing the entry price down by Rs 2,000 compared to the outgoing lineup, even as most other variants across the range see a roughly Rs 2,000 increase.
The CB350RS, Honda's sportier roadster take on the same platform, comes in STD and DLX trims at Rs 2 lakh and Rs 2.03 lakh respectively. The CB350C, the more custom-styled option, spans STD, DLX, and a Special Edition at Rs 2 lakh, Rs 2.02-2.03 lakh, and Rs 2.04-2.05 lakh depending on the specific source consulted.
Fresh Colours, Zero Mechanical Changes
This is purely a cosmetic and structural update — Honda has been explicit that the engine, chassis, suspension, and braking hardware all carry over unchanged. Every variant continues with the same 348.6cc air-cooled single-cylinder engine, producing roughly 20.7-21hp and 29.5-30Nm, paired with a 5-speed gearbox and an assist-and-slipper clutch.
The colour updates are genuinely substantial, though. The CB350 STD comes in Pearl Igneous Black and Pearl Deep Ground Grey; the DLX adds Rebel Red Metallic and Pearl Siren Blue. The CB350RS gains a new Pearl Siren Blue option on its DLX trim alongside updated stickering across its existing palette. The CB350C's Special Edition brings a dedicated heritage-styled colour option, distinct from its STD and DLX siblings.
Feature Set Stays Consistent Across The Range
All three motorcycles retain Honda's now-familiar equipment package for this segment: all-LED lighting, Honda RoadSync smartphone connectivity, Honda Selectable Torque Control, and dual-channel ABS as standard. The CB350C specifically gets an analogue-digital instrument cluster paired with Honda's Smartphone Voice Control System, while the CB350 and CB350RS use a more fully digital display setup — a deliberate differentiation that matches each model's distinct styling direction.
A Staggered Availability Timeline
Here's a detail worth flagging for anyone ready to book immediately. The CB350RS is available right away, while the standard CB350 and CB350C won't reach showrooms until October. Dispatches of the range to Honda BigWing dealerships began September 21, with bookings open now through Honda's website or authorised dealerships for a Rs 5,000 token amount.
Part Of A Much Bigger Product Push
This update is one piece of a considerably larger rollout Honda first showcased back in July 2026 — a 10-product portfolio spanning everything from the CB350 family through to fully electric models. With this CB350 update now live, six of those ten two-wheelers have officially reached the market, alongside the recently launched CB500 range. The Rebel 500, XR300L, XR300 Rally, and the QC3 electric scooter remain the final pieces still to arrive.
Why This Matters For Honda's India Strategy
Rolling out this many distinct products within a single calendar year, across genuinely different displacement classes and powertrains, signals Honda treating its India two-wheeler business as a genuine priority market rather than a secondary one receiving occasional updates. For the CB350 family specifically — a range that's built real brand loyalty in the retro-modern segment — refreshing colours and simplifying the naming structure, without touching the mechanical package that's already worked, is a low-risk way to keep the range feeling current heading into festive season, consistent with the same seasonal-refresh pattern we've tracked across TVS, Tata, and Royal Enfield's own recent launches.
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