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Facelifted Honda Grom Makes Its Way To Japan In 2024

Back in December 2023, we had our first glimpse at the newest facelifted version of the Honda Grom. Since we have noticed how Honda tends to launch its new bikes up to now, we had an affordable suspicion that it could quickly head elsewhere in Asia earlier than making its method to different markets.

Japan appeared most definitely to our minds; and as of February 15, 2024, it seems that our suspicions have been right. That’s the date when Honda Japan formally introduced the up to date Grom for the Japanese market. The precise deliberate launch date is March 14, 2024, so you will have a couple of month to arrange your self and make room for the brand new Grom in your life.

The engine stays the identical little 123cc air-cooled single producing round 10 horsepower at 7,250 rpm, together with round eight pound-feet of torque at 6,000 rpm. It’s mated to a five-speed gearbox, and should you rode the 2023 Honda Grom in Japan, then you need to know that the engine stays primarily the identical.

2024 Honda Grom - Japan - Poster 2

2024 Honda Grom – Japanese Release – White and Black

What modifications is the bodywork and graphics, in addition to the colours. As at all times, how interesting you discover a given bike’s design and/or redesign will differ, as a result of design is so subjective. We can say that it is a clear, trendy look, however the previous version of the Grom may be described that method (regardless that it appears to be like fairly a bit completely different). Which one grabs you most? That’s as much as you.

It will get a flatter seat, a sportier and fewer toy-like look, and can be offered in simply two colorways in Japan for 2024: Pearl Horizon White and Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic. ABS is provided on the entrance wheel solely. Up entrance, you may discover the identical digital show as earlier than, and the 2024 Grom additionally will get a USB socket so you may maintain your favourite digital system charged.

Pricing and Availability

Honda Japan’s prompt retail value, together with 10 % consumption tax, is ¥390,500 (about $2,604.50). Without the consumption tax, it is ¥355,000 (about $2,368). 

One essential distinction between the sooner Thai launch and the Japanese launch that we must always be aware is that Thai Honda geared up the OEM accent stomach pan as a regular merchandise on its up to date Grom. It stood out to me specifically as a result of I actually love the way in which it appears to be like, so the truth that it is nowhere to be discovered on the inventory photographs of the Honda Grom’s launch in Japan additionally stood out.

2024 Honda Grom - Japan - White - Front Right Angle View Accessorized

2024 Honda Grom – Japanese Release – Fully Accessorized

While it does not come as normal tools on the Honda Japan launch of the brand new Grom, it’s out there to buy as an adjunct. In truth, Honda Japan has a complete record of OEM equipment ready for the brand new Grom, a lot of which you’ll be able to see on this picture. From the cutest little handguards you’ve got ever seen (do not they seem like cat ears?) to that stomach pan and a bunch of baggage, this Grom is clearly able to go on some journeys.

Will This Facelifted Grom Appear In Other Markets?

If previous Honda Grom releases are something to go by, we can be roughly zero % stunned if and when this design rolls out elsewhere. So far, Honda has not made any official statements about plans for releases in different geographic areas. However, we strongly suspect that it is solely a matter of time earlier than this little Grom reveals up in your nook of the world.

Honda Grom Gets A Style Makeover, LED Headlight In Thailand

It’s onerous to not love the Honda Grom. Also known as the MSX 125 in some iterations, there’s one thing extremely interesting about its styling. It would not appear to matter who you’re, and even whether or not you trip.

While you could possibly make the argument that Honda’s good at arising with that type of universally interesting design (howdy Super Cub), there’s actually no want. Groms are type of like puppies that method; they tend to make all people smile.

When you begin to dive deeper into which technology of Grom is greatest, properly, there’ll naturally be loads of opinions. Now Thai Honda is giving the world another selection.

On December 4, 2023, the corporate launched an up to date design that it is calling ‘New Honda Grom’ for the Thai market. While it is solely been introduced in that market up to now, previous updates have often began in Thailand earlier than progressively rolling out to the remainder of the world within the following months. Since the Honda Grom is in-built Thailand, this sample makes lots of sense.

New Honda Grom - Belly Pan

The New Grom design options the identical distinctive headlight form and switch sign placement, however now will get an LED headlight. The graphics are totally different as properly, however additionally they sit atop redesigned bodywork that may certainly draw a spread of opinions.

Looking decrease on the New Grom, you will see that Honda has added a sporty stomach pan to the design. I do know it is a bike, not a pet, however for some motive I am unable to assist however need to rub its stomach anyway. 

The New Grom comes with the five-speed handbook gearbox 125cc engine, a slip-on exhaust, ABS with a G-sensor, and an upside-down entrance fork.

Pricing and Availability

New Honda Grom - Blue - Right Side
New Honda Grom - Black - Right Side

If you are in Thailand, and also you’re within the New Grom, we’ve excellent news for you. According to Thai Honda, it is best to be capable to stroll into your native Honda dealership and purchase a New Grom throughout common enterprise hours as of December 4, 2023.

It can be out there in three colours and two specs. The Honda Grom with ABS with G-Sensor is the top-tier mannequin, and is available in a gray and black coloration solely. Thai Honda MSRP for the New Grom is ฿ 77,900, or about $2,205. 

Choose the common Honda Grom as a substitute, and the MSRP is ฿ 69,900, or about $1,979. Colors out there for this model are the pink and black or the blue and black schemes solely.

What do you consider this redesign of the Honda Grom? Do you need to skritch its little stomach as a lot as I do? Let us know within the feedback!