The new motorcycle product, Honda Unicorn launched in Nigeria |
Honda Manufacturing (Nigeria) Limited says the company recently launched a new motorcycle, Honda CB Unicorn, into the Nigerian market to raise the bar of performance in the subsector.
The Managing Director of Honda Nigeria Limited, Hirohide
Ichikawa, who made the disclosure, during his keynote address, describe the new
product as “very reliable for commercial and private use”.
He added that “the new Honda Unicorn was manufactured with the
same innovative precision technology that is synonymous with the Honda brand,
its unique and amazing features make it the best in its class.”
According to him, the Honda Unicorn is designed to
perfection after extensive engagement with Honda’s business partners, the
distribution value chain and personal users, adding that the motorcycle is
popular in India and the Middle.
East where the company recorded sales of more than 150,000
units in a year.
Ichikawa explained that the company decided to launch the
Honda Unicorn despite the current economic climate in Nigeria.
“We are particularly proud that the Honda Unicorn is being
launched today under the present difficult operating terrain in Nigeria. This
doesn’t only symbolises the hope for a better future but also expresses our
continued belief and trust in the Nigerian dream,” he added
The Sales Manager of the company, Olabade Badejo, in a
presentation disclosed the Unicorn motorcycle stands out because it is
convenient for riders, adding that its parts are available.
“It is best in fuel consumption, it guarantees high quality
and durability. It has high resale value.”
According to the company, the motorcycle is targeted at
private and corporate customers, adding that it can be used by dispatch riders
of banks, delivery organisations, corporate organizations, leisure riders and
is good for patrol by security agencies.
Stating further that Honda motorcycles are used in over 175
countries, Badejo accentuated the company’s plan to commence safety riding
training in April 2023 to improve the riding skills of riders, increase
profitability and boost the safety image of the organisation.
He added that the training would be focused on riding
mechanisms, accident and responsibility, cornering postures, balancing and braking
systems.