Honda Wave Alpha

Talking about the design and aesthetics, we see no major changes have been housed on the Honda Wave Alpha 2020, except a few experiments with shades so bright, that they actually glow like butterflies in the sunlight. Under the chassis, it is almost the same ergonomics and the body contouring is also familiar to the older version. On the face, we see neat curves and lines that make the whole look sportier. One of the prominent features of the functional design is the sporty exhaust and the new grab rail on the rear. Dimension wise, the Wave Alpha measures at 1937mm (L) x 703mm (W) x 1086mm (H). The front fascia and top of the headlight cluster don the instrument panel which is of the same old design. The five-spoke black alloy and the black engine components, give a masculine appeal to the Alpha. Under the seat, there is plenty of storage area, and accommodating a full-size helmet is therefore easier. The front apron does a good job of protecting the rider’s legs from the wind. 

The Wave Alpha is a cute, tiny two-wheeler structure that is best suited for busy city roads and short commutes. The suspension setup uses telescopic front forks and twin shock absorbers in the rear that allow for comfortable rides curbing all the jerks and jolts on the way.

At the heart of Wave Alpha is an air-cooled and carbureted 4-Stroke SOHC 109.17cc single-cylinder engine that makes 6.14 kW at 7,500 rpm and 8.59 Nm of peak torque at 5500 rpm. The engine is extremely reliable and refined and this was the main reason behind the wide acclamation of Wave Alpha back in 2015. Also, the power churned out by the engine is enough to make it attain a top speed of 100-105 kmph and the fuel consumption figures are also above 55kmpl.  With a four-speed transmission, Wave Alpha delivers smooth and powerful performance, enough to make it a desirable scooter. The new Wave is now Euro 3 compliant while also having the rating of an EEV (Energy Efficient Vehicle). The under-bone is extremely lightweight of just 98 kg also helps in achieving these distinctions.

While the base version only gets drum brakes on both wheels, the higher-end variant gets a disc brake on the front. With this set-up, the braking and safety features are surely not top-notch but fair enough provided the price tag it comes with.

This is definitely one of the best bikes you can buy in Malaysia today. With its design, functionality, practicality and looks, Wave Alpha is the best buy with this price tag. An entry-level masterclass, the Wave Alpha from Honda is the best deal you get at its price. It is a complete package in terms of 110cc engine. A big plus point is that Honda has retained the kick option along with an electric start for this model. The scooter does not only perform well but also looks good with a really stylish and edgy design and availability of a variety of pop colour variants.