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2003Hero Honda CBZ

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The 2003 Hero Honda CBZ is a 150cc sport motorcycle designed for budget-conscious riders seeking reliable everyday performance. Its air-cooled twin-cylinder engine delivers 16 horsepower with smooth 5-speed transmission, making it ideal for commuting and casual riding. Known for durability and fuel efficiency, the CBZ became a popular entry-level sport bike in emerging markets.

Capacity
150.0 ccm
Engine
Parallel Twin
Gearbox
5-speed
Dry weight
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Seat height
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Power
16.0 HP (11.8 kW)

What’s new for the 2003 Hero Honda CBZ

vs the 2002
Spec20022003
Engine capacity 156.8 ccm (9.57 cubic inches) 150.0 ccm (9.15 cubic inches)
Power 17.2 HP (12.7 kW) 16.0 HP (11.8 kW)
Torque 12.5 Nm (1.3 kgf-m or 9.2 ft.lbs) not listed
Top speed 125.0 km/h (77.7 mph) 113.0 km/h (70.2 mph)
Dry weight 135.0 kg (297.6 pounds) not listed
Wet weight 145.0 kg (319.7 pounds) not listed
Fuel capacity 13.00 litres (3.43 US gallons) 15.00 litres (3.96 US gallons)
Front suspension Telescopic hydraulic fork Inverted forks
Rear suspension Swing arm with hydraulic damper- 5-step adjustment not listed
Wheelbase 1335 mm (52.6 inches) not listed
Other years 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 24Agility 67Comfort 55Off-road 20Touring 35Road manners 60
Off-road & trail20%
Cornering45%
City riding75%
Daily riding75%
Touring35%
Two-up40%
Track15%
Best for
Designed primarily as an affordable, everyday commuter naked bike rather than a performance or adventure machine.
Built for
A simple, air-cooled single-cylinder naked bike that favors practicality, low running costs, and easy city manners over outright speed.
Not ideal for
Not a good fit for riders seeking highway touring comfort, off-road capability, or genuine high-speed performance.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
150.0 ccm
Power
16.0 HP (11.8 kW)
Engine type
Parallel Twin
Compression
8.5:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric & kick
Ignition
analog
Torque
Not on record - add it
Transmission
Gearbox
5-speed
Transmission type
Manual
Final drive
Chain
Clutch
wet plate
Performance
Top speed
113.0 km/h (70.2 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Overall length
2794 mm
Overall width
457 mm
Fuel capacity
15.00 litres
Oil capacity
1.00 litres
Reserve fuel capacity
2.50 litres
Seat height
Not on record - add it
Dry weight
Not on record - add it
Chassis & suspension
Frame
CrMo stee
Front suspension
Inverted forks
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
457 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Other
Color options
Red,grey,blue,black,silver,gold

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 20002001200220032004
Capacity 157 cc 157 cc 157 cc 150 cc 157 cc
Dry weight 135 kg 135 kg 135 kg — 145 kg
Fuel capacity 13 L 13 L 13 L 15 L 12.5 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Hero Honda CBZ?

The 2003 Hero Honda CBZ has a Capacity of 150.0 ccm (9.15 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Hero Honda CBZ have?

The 2003 Hero Honda CBZ has a Power of 16.0 HP (11.8 kW).

How many gears does the Hero Honda CBZ have?

The 2003 Hero Honda CBZ has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

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