Honda Livo 2020 Review - Prices, Specs, Variants, Features and Mileage
Honda is a renowned brand for bringing entry level as well as premium commuter bikes in the Indian market. Honda brought Livo bike as a successor to the then premium commuter bike CB Twister. With the ageing CB Twister, Honda decided to upgrade the 110 cc lineup with new Honda Livo. The Honda Livo is sporty, reliable, and efficient. All this feature makes the Honda Livo a good pick under the premium commuter bike segment. While the pricing of Honda Livo is on the higher side, we believe that Rs. 59, 239, the price is justified compared to what competitors offer at less price point.
Pros
Smooth and refined 110 cc engine
5-step adjustable rear suspension
Good mileage as a commuter bike
Cons
Dated instrument cluster
Quite expensive in the segment
What is the power source in this Honda Livo?
Honda Livo can be seen wearing the same engine found on the Honda Dream series of bikes. The 109.2 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine churns out 8.3PS and 8.6 Nm of peak torque. Livo gets a strong mid-range acceleration that works fine in the city. The well spread out gear ratio allows the bike to swiftly get through city traffic or highways. Once you exceed the 65 kmph mark, you’ll start getting a feel of the strained engine. Well, this is a common story of every 110 cc bike.
Motorcycle | Honda Livo | Bajaj Discover 110 | Hero Passion Xpro | |
Ex-showroom price (New Delhi) | Rs. 59,239 (Drum)/ Rs. 61,650 (Disc) | Rs. 54,042 (Drum)/ Rs. 56,042 (Disc) | Rs. 53,811 | Rs. 58,200 |
Engine | 109.2 cc 4-stroke SI air-cooled HET engine | 109.7 cc air-cooled engine | 115.45 cc 4-stroke air-cooled engine | 109.2 cc 4-stroke air-cooled engine |
Power | 8.31 bhp @ 7500 rpm | 9.46 bhp @ 7500 rpm | 8.46 bhp @ 7000 rpm | 9.38 bhp @ 7500 rpm |
Torque | 9.09 Nm @ 5000 rpm | 9.4 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 9.81 Nm @ 5000 rpm | 9 Nm @ 5500 rpm |
Since the Honda engine is refined, the Livo encounters vibrations on footpegs and handlebar once the throttle moves up. The clutch is also light and easy to handle. Power is transmitted to the rear wheel via a 4-speed gearbox that works seamlessly. Overall the Honda Livo powermill is impressive.
How quick is the Honda Livo for your daily commuting needs?
With a top speed of 86 kmph, Honda Livo has good acceleration in the city. The mid-range acceleration is smooth while traversing in the city or highway. The suspension offers a softer side of Livo. In the city, the clutch works smoothly and gear shifts are easy. It takes 8 seconds to go 60 kmph from a halt.
Motorcycle | Honda Livo | TVS Victor | Bajaj Discover 110 | Hero Passion Xpro |
Engine Displacement | 109.2 cc | 109.7 cc | 115.45 cc | 109.2 cc |
No. of Gears | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
0-60 kmph | 8 | 7.2 | 11 | 7.45 |
Top Speed(kmph) | 86 | 94 | 95 | 87 |
How sure-footed are the brakes?
Braking duties are carried out by front disc brakes and 130 mm drum setup at the rear. Braking performance is good with ample response through the levers that offer good bite from the disc. Since Honda Livo is placed under the premium commuter bike segment, CBS has been included with the braking system, further enhancing the brake power.
Motorcycle | Honda Livo | TVS Victor | Bajaj Discover 110 | Hero Passion Xpro |
Front / Rear | Drum/Drum | Drum/Drum | Drum/Drum | Drum/Drum |
Front Size(mm) | 130 | 130 | 110 | 130 |
Rear Size(mm) | 130 | 110 | 110 | 130 |
Kerb Weight(kg.) | 109 | 112 | 120 | 117 |
ABS (Single or Dual Channel) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
What is the mileage returned by Honda Livo?
Being a commuter bike, Honda Livo has lived up to customers expectations in terms of mileage. For any commuter bike buyers fuel economy is the most concerning buying factor. Taking this into consideration, Honda equipped Livo with Honda Eco Technology (HET) that ensures increased combustion efficiency. The company claims Honda Livo mileage of 78 kmpl but in real life conditions, the bike returns around 70 kmpl.
Motorcycle | Honda Livo | TVS Victor | Bajaj Discover 110 | Hero Passion Xpro |
Overall(kmpl) (ARAI Certified) | 74 kmpl | 72 kmpl | 76.30 kmpl | 60.00 kmpl |
Fuel Capacity (Litres) | 8.5 | 8.0 | 8.0 | 9.2 |
How is the ride dynamics?
As seen on the Honda Dream Series, the Honda Livo adapts a similar diamond type frame. As the name suggests, Livo offers a lively ride quality with a turning angle of 45 degrees. Livo offers good handling dynamics when it comes to cornering and the MRF tyres deliver good feedback as well. Honda has maintained the best maneuverability of the Livo bike. Employing telescopic front forks and spring loaded 5-step adjustable rear suspension, Livo’s ride quality is impressive.
Motorcycle | Honda Livo | TVS Victor | Bajaj Discover 110 | Hero Passion Xpro |
Tyre-Wheel Size (Front) | 80/100-18 Tubeless | 2.75-17 | 2.75-17 | 81/100-18 |
Tyre-Wheel Size (Rear) | 80/100-18 Tubeless | 3.00-17 | 3.00-17 | 90/90-18 |
Front Suspension | Telescopic Fork | Telescopic oil damped front suspension | 140 mm Fork Travel, Telescopic | Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers |
Rear Suspension | 5-step adjustable suspension | 5 step adjustable hydraulic series spring suspension | 120 mm Rear wheel Travel, Nitrox (Gas Filled) | Swing Arm with 5 Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers |
How comfortably are you seated on the Honda Livo while travelling on roads?
Honda Livo gets a good riding position that helps the rider to get seated comfortably. The footpegs have been placed closer to ensure a comfortable posture. Also, the handlebar is wide enough to provide a good grip while travelling. The flat saddle in the upright position ensures a relaxed riding position. The long seat offers generous space for both rider and the pillion. The raised grab rail and decent ride quality make Honda Livo a pillion friendly bike.
Motorcycle | Honda Livo | TVS Victor | Bajaj Discover 110 | Hero Passion Xpro |
Seat height(mm) | 800 | 785 | 805 | 790 |
Ground Clearance (mm) | 180 | 175 | 165 | 165 |
Kerb Weight (Dry)(kg) | 110 | 112 | 120 | 117 |
Starting System | kick/electric | kick/electric | kick/electric | kick/electric |
How Subtle looking is the 2020 Honda Livo?
Honda has tried to give an all-new identity to Livo. drawing some of the key styling factors from the CB Twister, the Honda Livo design is soft and minimalistic. The clean design makes Livo a complete city commuter bike. The bike’s muscular looks get enhanced from the sculpted fuel tank, offering enough room for the rider. Everything including the alloy wheels, handlebar, grab handles, engine, and diamond frame have been blacked out, bringing in more contrast to the bikes available colours like white, brown metallic, and black.
Aesthetic Features
Edgy front look
Digital analog meter
Dynamic graphics
Five colour options
Attractive rear taillight and grab rail
MF battery and Viscous filter
Low maintenance seal chain
Motorcycle | Honda Livo | TVS Victor | Bajaj Discover 110 | Hero Passion Xpro |
Length (mm) | 2020 | 1980 | 2015 | 1966 |
Width (mm) | 738 | 750 | 760 | 774 |
Height(mm) | 1099 | 1090 | 1085 | 1087 |
Wheelbase(mm) | 1285 | 1260 | 1305 | 1245 |
Kerb Weight | 110 | 112 | 120 | 117 |
The handlebar has been placed close to the long seat while the footpegs are set forward for better ride posture. The long seat ensures a comfortable ride for both rider and pillion. The twin-pod instrument cluster looks basic when it comes to functionality. It comes with a speedometer, odometer and a fuel gauge, just like any other bike in this segment.
What are the various safety and class-leading features?
Honda Livo is offered with a combined braking system that enhances the overall braking experience. The bike seat is long enough to provide the best comfort to rider and pillion. The low rolling resistance tyres offer the best grip with the roads. The bike is made to offer the best ride experience and requires less maintenance over time.
Motorcycle | Honda Livo | TVS Victor | Bajaj Discover 110 | Hero Passion Xpro |
Ex-Showroom Price (Delhi) | Rs. 59,239 | Rs. 54,042 (Drum)/ Rs. 56,042 (Disc) | Rs. 53,811 | Rs. 58,200 |
Features | Digital Analogue meter | Digital Speedometer | Digital Speedometer | Analogue Speedometer |
Dynamic graphics | Hazard lamps | Low battery indicator | AHO headlight | |
CBS with Equalizer | Pilot lamps | CBS with Equalizer | Stylish Fuel tank | |
Low Rolling Resistance Tubeless Tyre | Stylish stub silencer | Textured Tail-lamp Bezel | Stylish Digital Analogue Meter Console | |
Low maintenance seal chain | Roto-Petal disc brake | Dual Texture Seat Fabric with Stitchline | Engine kill switch |
How does the Competition stack up against Honda Livo?
Honda Livo VS Bajaj Discover 110
Bajaj Discover 110 Drum CBS is more fuel-efficient than the Honda Livo with a claimed mileage of 82.4 kmpl while the Livo offers a mileage of 74 kmpl. The power and torque delivered by Discover 110 is better than Honda Livo. Hondas Livi is undoubtedly costlier than the Discover 110 but offers great value for money and comes with better reliability than the Bajaj Discover.
Honda Livo VS TVS Victor
Honda Livo is more fuel-efficient than the TVS Victor.TVS Victor returns claimed mileage of 72 kmpl while the Livo returns 74 kmpl. Though the Livo is costlier than the Victor, the ride quality offered by Honda Livo is much better than the TVS Victor.
Does the Honda Livo stand a chance against segment leaders?
Priced at Rs. 59,239 for standard drum and Rs. 61,650 for the disc brake variant, the Honda Livo is the most expensive bike in the segment. Even most of its prominent rivals are priced lesser comparatively. However, considering every aspect of this bike, the Livo is a complete value for money package. It is one of the comfortable, refined, sporty, and economical commuter bikes to buy in India.
