Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) just recently released the 2023 Honda Activa 6G with a top-end variation, called the H-Smart.

The recently introduced H-Smart sits at the top of the Activa line-up primarily since it offers a car-like Smart Key that enables functions such as automobile location, clever lock-unlock and start-stop.

However, the series in which the key is operated and the scooter is turned on, seems to be off-putting for several TOI Auto readers.

TOI AutoSo as we just saw, to operate the H-Smart system, we first need to open the scooter by continuing the key fob button for roughly 5 seconds, once the thumbs-up comes on the key fob, the scooter is ready to be started.

After this point, a user needs to turn the ignition dial onboard the scooter to the on position, after which, we pull on the left brake manage and press the ignition button to make the scooter come to life.

The startup sequence can be perceived to be cumbersome and TOI Auto followers seem to share the very same viewpoint, based on the comments that have actually been left on a short video shared on our social platforms.

One user asked, This has just increased the time to start! How is it better? , another stated, Why does it remind me of a washing device.

One user even tried Honda by saying, All brand-new Prestige Activa Burner with laughing and heart emoji - seriously regulator? .2023 Activa clever key and knobThe one big con: So with the 2023 Activas existing H-Smart system, the cons seem to be rather clear.

The system has actually turned the series of getting on to your scooter, turning a crucial and riding off a bit more complicated.

One would now need to strategically open the scooter which just checks out the essential within 2 metres of distance and then make an included effort prior to starting a journey.

Eventually, it relies on altering user behaviour which is not an easy thing to do in the grander scale of things.Screenshots from Instagram/timesofindia.

autoThe pros: However, the H-Smart technology is certainly the beginning of next generation wise and security functions in the affordable scooter sector.

It offers segment-first functions such as Smart Find, that enables a scooter to be found when within range through an audible alert.

Smart Safe anti-theft system that will not allow ignition unless the secret is within 2 metres of the scooter and then there is the included layer of security with the remote based smart on-off and lock-unlock.2023 Honda Activa H-SmartIn completion, like any brand-new technology, Hondas H-Smart system can be anticipated to end up being more advanced and streamlined gradually.

While the added security might feel cumbersome in the beginning, it does go a long method in securing your financial investment of Rs 80,537 ex-showroom that a person has to spend for the top-end design.

Ultimately, what a purchaser will need to decide is wether a fast unlock series is more vital than an included layer of security for their scooter.

What will you choose? Tell us in the remarks.