A Bond Between A Man & A Machine: I never believed that a human can fall in love with a machine. I only saw it in movies; but in reality I didn’t pay any attention. However, after I possessed my Hero Honda Hunk, my perspective changed. My name is Russell and I live in Dhaka, Bangladesh. After finishing my BBA degree in 2009 I felt the urge to possess my personal transport to commute my way to the office where I am working.
However, the road of Dhaka is extremely bad and traffic congestion is downright abnormal here. So maintaining a sensitive and stylish bike in perfect condition is very hard, if not impossible; but being a young executive I wanted a bike which is stylish, majestic as well as durable in extreme hard condition. So when I sorted out my options for choosing bike. Only one name came out.
That is the majestic Hero Honda Hunk. It is true that unicorn, dazzler, cbz share the same engine as does Hunk; but it is also true that in comparison with look. None is even near to Hunk. Though FZ series is overall more beautiful than Hunk; but their price and maintenance cost is higher than Hunk. Moreover, in Dhaka, Yamaha service center really sucks.
I will not go each and every technical detail as Hunk is present in the market for a substantial period of time and many reviews are already published about its technical details. I am just going to describe my own feelings and experiences after riding this bike for over 10,000 km.
The Addiction:
After being accustomed with its huge shoulders, when I ride other 150cc bike I felt the absence of the shoulders and didn’t feel good. I really got addicted with the style of this bike. The bike is designed in Italy. This design not only made it muscular and majestic but also improved its riding experience. The sound of the bike is like the roaring of a bull. Riding experience is fantastic in this bike in low and high speed as well. Even over 100 kmph speed this bike runs smooth. Engine is from Honda, so nothing to complain about its fantastic engine in this price range.
This is some unbiased fact I am sharing with you with which you may agree. First, this bike is for those who want a big-feeling Indian bike in 150cc segment. Other bike may be good looking and looks are subjective. But definitely it is a big feeling bike.
Secondly, if you want a really bold and muscular bike then Hero Honda Hunk is the only one option right now in 150cc segment. Yamaha FZ series is also muscular; but in my opinion Hunk is more Muscular than FZ series. Obviously I admit that, in overall looking, FZ series is better than any other bike in 150cc segment including Hunk.
In a word, owning this bike make you proud as every rider is bound to give you the second look when you are waiting in the signal with them. Moreover, its silent engine, low maintenance hassle, heavenly long ride in highway made me fall in love with it. I love this bike as if it is my own child. Still today I stare at this beautiful beast when I park and wonder of its majestic and beautiful looks and superb performance.
- Russel
A Bond Between A Man & A Machine
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Nice review. I friend has this bike. Its always a good expirence to have wheelie and human compass on this bike…
HI russel your review was good and perfect no flaws but one more thing friend gs 150r is more majestic looking than hunk and also it gives you an experience of riding a big bike feel and it has got the equal features of what u ve mentioned above about hunk , i am just telling you this because in the current 150cc bikes majestic looking bikes are gs 150r ,hunk and fz.
Like russel Most of us are emotionally attached to our bikes specially if its first one. Russel could you tell us more about 2 wheeler market players in bangladesh?
Good review, thanks for sharing your story. This bike’s got kickass looks, but I’m still confused between buying the new 2010 HH Hunk and Honda Dazzler. What is the difference in fuel economy numbers between these bikes. Judging by the weight difference (>10kg) I guess Dazzler should have a better mileage. Please help me out.. HUNK or Dazzler?
Review from Dhaka!!great review Russel..very good work man!
Hi. I Completely agree with you dude.
I too am a proud owner of this bull… You have expressed every feeling of the owners of this bike.. Thanks.
Hi param gud review honest one.
I just want to say u that as said above by arun that gs150r is more muscle packed bike in every aspect take the tank,side panels rear,front fairing,the engine size,height,etc.
Make this suzuki a beast.
I even like and would own a hunk if no gs150r’s would exist
The front lamp nearly like pulsar yaach?
Better you to consult an eye specialist
@arvind…….yes u r right. dazzler do hv better efiiciency figures than hunk. bt still, the “big bike” feel which the hunk gives is amazing. my brother has this beast n i hv rode it many times that’s why i cn say n all the hunk owners over here wud agree to me that the sheer feeling of riding this bike is awsme……. so IMO, go 4 the new hunk as it hs a digi spedo, rear discs etc. i.e evrything which dazzler has bt a little bit more than the dazzler. bt if u wnt fuel efiiciency of more than 55 as cmpared to hunk’s 45-50 kmpl, then dazzler is ur bike.
@pakde……WHAT???? GET AN EYE CHECKUP DUDE………
@russel…….nice to see people frm neighbouring countries sharing their experiences…….cheers man
NIce review and the best part is that this one is from our neighbours. I love the red combo on the bike.
gs150r rubbish bike…13 bhp engine n 6 shif gear box…bakwas..haha..far behind 2 compete wid HUNK…HUNK feels like GOD..
To Arvind,
HH is going to launch New Digital Hunk which is look wise much better than Dazzler. If mileage is your primary concern than I hav nothing to comment; but the new Digi Hunk beats Dazzler in every aspect. Hunk’s mileage is also sound.
@sanat
i agree.. gs150 is nowhere near to hunk in terms of styling…. the reason y some fellas r proud of their gs is nly bec of tat extra gear which i think is totally useless on indian roads
@venom
. the reason y some
fellas r proud of their gs is nly
bec of tat extra gear which i
think is totally useless on
indian roads.
See mr.venom no one cares wat u think abt the 6th gear of gs,but yes with that 6th gear every gs owner can claim a miliage of 56+ in city n 60+ on highway.
If maintained neat..
Hi Russell….I agree with you.. I also own the same model bought in Feb 2009, I have crossed 21000 kms but still i feel like i am riding it for the first time.. Superb speed, best mileage in its segment.. I have never lost a race in 150 cc segment, I have beaten every bike in 150cc with long distances accept R15. Pickups is exceptional.. In front of hunk… Pulsar, Unicorn, CBZ, so called GS 150R, FZ.. all sucks when it comes to racing and pick up..
Oh my God!!! What r u talking about dude? In 150 cc drag, you beated Pulsar, CBZ and FZ?
U r riding the slowest 150 cc bike man. CB Unicorn is better in speed with its low powered engine. Top speed of Pulsar-115kmph, CBZ-110.8, Hunk-107.16, CB Unicorn-111.3, FZ-110.9 and GS150R-108 kmph(bike india magazine). In real also Hunk doesn’t cross 110 kmph.
Who told you this?Top speed of hunk is 120 kmph and my friend even cross that speed….and hunk has the top speed in 150cc segment except r15.check out the top speed of other bikes which is officially announced.
Thanks for your comments @ Pranay and Russell. I agree with you guys on those points. I hope they launch the new version soon, I can’t wait to ride this beast.
Am also from Bangladesh.Yes it is the best bike in 150cc segment.I have already complited 30000km.I am proud of it.
@pritam dhamde
hello mr unpredictable , tat additional 6th gear has nothing to do with mileage ok.. Thn according to u i think even r15 can give an mileage of 45(around) bec of tat extra gear!!!!!!!!!!
@venom
C mr.in gs 6th gear is crusing smoothly.bike can cross 100+ on 5gear.aft 6gear bike drops rev band by 500 rpm.
In r15 6th gear is for pic-up.
Got it
@arvind…….the new hunk will b out in a month or so. i.e near diwali
great review Russell.your style of review is very objective.I am from Nigeria.I am a freak and a worshipper of Bikeadvice india.
God willing I may be the first African to write a review for an Apache RTR 160.planning to buy it here in Nija(as we call my country in ling term) Though I have asked depaak to help me check on cost and shiping to Nigeria.
I am of the opinion that a 6th gear in third world countries with their frustrating traffic conditions is inconsequential.
Thanks.
@venom..u r r8 bro..b4 purchasing HUNK i had driven gs150r..whats the problem i m going 2 explain : in the 100cc bikes with 4 shift gears they can reach more speed in 1st,2nd …as compared 2 others…so reaching 2 6th is very time taking job n when u r facing traffic it becomes more difficult to reach down 2 nutral or 1st by dropping down 5-6 gears…sitting position is nt comfortable..can feel back pain..
can any one give me the comparison between new hero honda hung, honda cb dazzler, honda unicorn,with milege on city and highway , need technical specification also
What you said about “big bike feeling” is absolutely true. I have driven the hunk extensively, its engine is really very smooth. However one problem is that the low end torque is not adequate, so if you have a pillion, and you suddenly slow down, you have no other option than to shift in the 1st gear if you want to speed up again. However the top end is smooth and punchy and i have once crossed 80 kmph in 5 seconds. The bike looks really good, much-much better than the CBZ-Extreme or Pulsar. One drawback that I found is that it is somewhat heavy.
I wish you a long-term relationship with your Hunk…
RTR rocks…the Hunk is heavy but then that is part of its ESP. I would prefer a heavy bike anytime because it sticks to the road even at higher speeds and unlike a 100cc bike which almost flies off its hooker.
i have taked on 150 cc atfr hunk please advice milege setting and maintance
can u plz tell me new hunk’s average?????
hunk mlge 45 to 50 hg wy
hi friends
i purchased HH hunk(bold brown) in feb 2011…
rt now completed 1850 KM …. here my opinion and experience about my bike
500km – up to 30 km/h – ~ 48 km/lit
500 to 1200 km – up to 45 km/h – ~54 km/lit
1200 to 1600 km — 40 to 55 km/h — 58 km/lit
— 55 to 90 km/h — 50 km/lit
after 1600 km– 110 km/h — vaiting….
BUT DEFINITELY BIKE IS STABLE ON HIGHWAYS N CITY ROADS.
THANKS.
N THANKS TO RAJ FOR HIS GOOD ADVICES .
Is it the new HH Hunk with led tail lights and digital speedometer?? how much did it cost u bro??
Hi,
I will planned to buy this hunk.i completely satisfied all of its features.
but only one point i have afraid about this new model hunk 2011.
That is, I heard this hunk 2011 model not included the kick start option.
Will this give any trouble in future (cooling climate)? or
is it possible to fix the kicker additionally in hunk 2011 model?
please clear my doubt…
Regards,
karthick.
The trouble with no kick start problem is never my doubt Bcoz it has dry maintenance free battery. The traditional acid battrey will have to face the cold start problem , however i live in nasik but people living in the north side where the temperature at the jan and feb is very low nearly 5 deg , if u want 2 use the bike at these places then i suggest u should go with the new 2011 hunk with kick option.
My experience with my kick less bike is very good. At 1 morning at around 4 o’clock , the temprature is very low as usal but my bike starts at one press of the button . with one condition that my bilke is very smooth after my first servicing (502km).
I am booking the new hero honda hunk this month, really excited. I thought of opting for new CBZ extreme discussed with some frnds and relatives i didnt get good feedback, so Hunk is my final choice….
What can be done to increase the fuel efficiency of hunk, i mean what speed should i ride my bike and do’s and dont’s to maintain it….
which is d better choice.. yamaha fz-s, unicorn dazzler or the new hunk?
looks,maintanance,performancewise & service qualitywise HUNK is far better than any other bike……….close ur eyes & go for the new stylish HUNK
i ama confused to buy bike with average milage(50+),good looks(like cbz,hunk,honda cbf stunner,yamaha fazer,pulsar 150),service…….
I think pulsar150 will be the best for me,but this is a public transport…..
So can any one suggest me a bike to buy as i expect?then plz…….
& i want to say many many thanx to everyone who posted reviews before,bcoz ur posts are very helpful to me as well as new buyers who willing to get a new bike……..wish u all the best
plz rply soon
Hey friends,plz tell me
What is the actual city mileage of new hero honda hunk?……
i want to buy it within a month…it looks awesome,& i am feeling hero honda bikes are realy good in service & performance as well as comfort…..if bike gives 50 kmpl in city,then,no problem for me to buy this beast
so plz help as soon as possible……
I don,t think hunk is the good choice. Ya, its true that it looks beautiful and seems fit for college students but look is not every thing. One says it goes smooth even on 100 km/hr, but my experience was very different i feel it very shaking at speed of 50 km/hr. If you look to its weight its too much if compare to its cc, 150 cc bike must not go that heavy specially commuter bike.
Stability on road is not so good as compare to yamaha fz (very smooth and very stable).
No doubt hero honda always do well with fuel consumption.
So if you are looking mileage and good looks its a good choice, but if you are hungry of power, speed, stability and comfort i suggest go for some other bike.
Hi,
Pls suggest me which is the best bike in all aspects among HH Hunk and HH CBZ Xtream…i really very confused some people says Hunk will be good and some friends says go for CBZ Xtream nu ….so really very much confused….pls suggest the best one and my height is 171cm….
so pls suggest me as soon as possible…
hi guys i am sachin, i am damn confused between honda cb-unicorn, atest hero cbz xtreme, and hunk;
i want smooth engine, and what i hate is vibrations which may occur in bike when we exceed 60 KM/HR. and accessaries malfunctioning.
with that please suggest what decision i should made, milege is not a problem, i would like a bike with 40+ milege.
please suggest me a good bike