The Royal Enfield 350 Classic-rivaling Honda H’ness boasts a super-refined petrol engine and commendable fit-finish levels
TVS launched the new Ronin in the Indian market at a starting price of Rs 1.49 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the base single-tone variant option. The bike not only offers an attractive design, but in addition to this, also gets a refined powertrain, feature-rich pricing, and affordable pricing. Having said this, here is a detailed TVS Ronin Vs Honda H’ness comparison that will help you find all the details about these two bikes. But before we begin, do not forget to subscribe to our Auto42 Official Youtube Channel.
2022 TVS Ronin Vs Honda H’ness – Design And Dimensions
The TVS Ronin boasts a retro design language that gives it a strong road presence while the other styling elements give finishing touches to the overall looks of the Ronin. The brand is offering three variant options to the buyers – single tone, dual tone, and triple tone. The bike measures 2040 mm in length, 805 mm in width, and 1170 mm in height. The wheelbase on the other hand stands at 1357 mm.
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The Honda H’ness on the other hand has an edge over the Ronin with its better styling and strong character. The H’ness competes with more expensive rivals like the Royal Enfield Classic 350 and boasts premium styling. For those wondering, the bike measures 2163 mm in length, 800 mm in width, and 1107 mm in height. A quick comparison is given below in the table:
| TVS Ronin | Honda H’ness | |
| Length | 2040 mm | 2163 mm |
| Width | 805 mm | 800 mm |
| Height | 1170 mm | 1107 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1357 mm | 1441 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 181 mm | 166 mm |
| Seat Height | 795 mm | 800 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 159 kg | 181 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14 L | 15 L |
Engine, Gearbox, And Performance
Powering the TVS Ronin is a 225.9 cc petrol motor that churns out 20.4 PS and has a maximum torque output of 19.93 Nm. This engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and boasts impressive performance and a strong low-end. Needless to say, refinement levels are decent and the driving experience too is commendable.
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The Honda H’ness gets a larger and more powerful 348.36 cc petrol engine. The peak power and torque output from this engine stand at 21.07 PS and 30 Nm respectively. It comes mated to a five-speed manual gearbox. This engine boasts a strong low end and outperforms most of the rivals on the highways.
| TVS Ronin | Honda H’ness | |
| Engine | 225.9 cc 4 Stroke, SI Engine | 348.36 cc 4 Stroke, SI Engine |
| Power | 20.4 PS @ 77500 rpm | 21.07 PS @ 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 19.93 Nm @ 3750 rpm | 30 Nm @ 3000 rpm |
| Gearbox | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
2022 TVS Ronin Vs Honda H’ness Price
| TVS Ronin | Honda H’ness | |
| Starting Price | Rs 1.49 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) | Rs 1.98 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) |
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Final Verdict
While the Honda H’Ness offers a great package for anyone looking for a refined and high-quality bike that is an excellent companion for long highway journeys, the TVS Ronin on the other hand is a great choice for those looking for a compact and a good looking motorcycle. Performance from both these bikes is decent but it is the Ronin that is available at a much more affordable price.