The new Grom announced by Honda in Thailand is expected to go on sale in Japan in mid-March. The main difference from the Thai version will be the coloring, which will be available in a white color unique to Japan.
New Grom has a sportier exterior
In 2021, the Grom will undergo a full model change to the JC92 model and will feature a new engine with a 5-speed transmission, as well as a new suspension and exterior. In 2023, it will undergo a livery change and comply with 2020 emission regulations, but the 2024 model is expected to undergo a complete exterior makeover.
The styling will be the same as the new Grom already unveiled in Thailand, with a redesigned headlight case and tank & side covers. The color scheme was red, blue, and gray in Thailand, but is expected to be white and black in Japan.
The other difference from the Thai specifications is that the under-cowl is expected to be optional in Japan, which may reduce the price increase. The expected release date is mid-March, and the price and specifications are currently unknown, but we will report additional information as soon as it becomes available.
New GORM domestic specs [Editor's CG forecast] The new Grom in Japan is expected to be clad in Japan's original Pearl Horizon White color. The CG shows it with an undercowl, but this will be an option in Japan.
New GORM Thailand specs [HONDA] Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic is likely to be available in Japan, but the Thai spec Gray x Black shown in the photo is likely to be closer.
The new model unveiled in Thailand has been restyled in a sportier direction from the current Grom, which had a strong playful element without major changes to the engine or suspension.
Current GORM Japanese Specs [HONDA] Compared to the Japanese 2023 model, the exterior parts are different. The current JC92 model was launched in 2021, so it is in the form of a facelift in its fourth year.
The colors here are red and black with tie specifications.
The color here is blue and black with Thai specifications.
The headlights of the new Grom, like the previous model, are of the upper and lower two-stage LED type.
The headlights of the current Grom can be seen with different shapes in the rim and case areas.
The engine of the new Grom uses a 5-speed transmission. Undercowl mounted on the engine.
The current Grom engine is assumed to have been continued since its shape is the same as that of the new model.
The new Grom's exhaust does not differ in appearance from the current model.
Exhaust for the current Grom.
The new Grom's front brakes are equipped with ABS. It is also equipped with G-sensors, the same as the current model.
Front brakes of the current Grom. The shape of the fender seems to be the same as the new model.
The new Grom's meter is an LCD type. It also displays a bar graph tachometer.
The current Grom's gauges have the same shape and display content as those of the new model.
Main Specifications of the 2023 Grom in Japan (reference)
Overall Length x Overall Width x Overall Height: 1760 x 720 x 1015mm
Wheelbase: 1200mm
Seat height: 761mm
Weight: 103 kg
Engine: Air-cooled 4-stroke single-cylinder SOHC 2-valve 123cc
Maximum output: 10 PS/7250 rpm
Maximum torque: 1.1 kg-m at 6000 rpm
Fuel tank capacity: 6 liters
Transmission: 5-speed return
Brakes: F=disc, R=disc
Tires: F=120/70-12, R=130/70-12
Price: (approx.) 2684 USD
