The Sound Map

Namokar Honda, Modipuram

Stepping into Namokar Honda in Modipuram, Meerut, India felt like entering a busy place with different activities, even under unusual circumstances. It was a comparatively hot afternoon with no mains electricity. Power outages are common here, so the sound of the generator made it difficult to hear the sales girl who greeted me at the gate.

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All this yet my happiness knew no bounds when I heard the air filled with persuasive murmurs, and the occasional cheer of a sealed deal.

As I said I was in a Honda scooter showroom and the salesgirl talked about different models. Other people were discussing discounts.

The steady sound of the genset provided a constant backdrop, mixing with the customers and their discussion about discounts. These distinct sections, each alive with its own sounds, conversations, and sales pitches, are a common view in scooter showrooms.

I could see the entire sales floor with different models, insurance talks, and, of course, the discounts took the main attention.

A friendly sales girl, dressed in a Honda uniform, greeted me warmly and launched into an enthusiastic rundown of the latest models. She highlighted the Honda's prime model Activa's smooth ride and fuel efficiency, the special model, which she insisted they had only limited pieces of, so I must book it now.

I liked its sporty design and the way she explained the new ADV 160 adventure scooter with its rugged tires for off-road fun. The way she said it was perfect for me, gesturing to its alloy wheels.

I asked her if I could see them myself? She said yes and moved a bit. I took pictures of gleaming bikes and scooters. Nearby, a group of students was discussing the discount.

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People were talking about insurance. I said I wanted to meet the insurance officer who did his best to help me with insurance.

I went to the insurance officer, a youngman who tried to help me with my existing scooter's insurance. He was helpful as he explained covers and roadside assistance, essential for the scooter's frequent mishaps.

I told him I wanted to buy a scooter for some one. He patiently explained the premium due, INR 755, for renewal before 9th March, and how bundling with a new bike purchase saves 10-15%.

I could hear one buyer negotiating another insurance officer for extended engine protection, citing last year's floods that damaged his vehicle.

Discount talk dominated another corner. Bargain hunters pressed for deals, and how sales persons whispering about 5-8% off ex-showroom prices or free accessories like helmets and mats, which they offered on cash purchase.

Price Offered

Activa Honda Model	Price INR/Steem
Regular	97,000/14000
Deluxe	107000/15200
Limited	109000/15500
Bike Service	Starting 700/100

The sales team countered with finance schemes at 8-9% interest, making EMIs as low as ₹2000 monthly. The air filled with persuasive murmurs, and the occasional cheer of a sealed deal. A group of students was busy talking about how to get a scooter on EMI.

Then I went to the Service Section, Parts, Maintenance and customers in a hurry to have their bikes serviced on priority basis. I felt moving to the service bay, the atmosphere shifted dramatically. The rhythmic clink of wrenches tightening bolts, sharp bangs of hammers, and mechanics in a hurry as lunchtime was approaching.

Service technicians shouted over the din, discussing parts like carburetors, brake pads, and chain kits.

A mechanic was saying, "your scooter needs a new spark plug, which will cost only ₹250." Another one was trying to persuade a customer to change the horn switch, while another diagnosed a rattling engine as worn piston rings.

Maintenance conversations flowed freely. They covered oil changes, lubrication for better mileage, and regular inspections to prevent breakdowns.

A senior manager was constantly on the phone, who was educating a group on Honda's Genuine Parts, emphasizing durability over cheaper alternatives.

Persuasion peaked around extended warranties and Annual Maintenance Contracts (AMCs). The manager was trying to persuade me: "Just ₹1,500 extra, extend your warranty to 5 years, and it covers labor and spares!"

The showroom's cool, polished vibe versus the gritty, sweat-soaked workshop. Now the electricity is back on, and the generator is off. Honda India's resilient dealership culture is where business thrives despite no electricity.

Then I went to the service section. I heard a number of service persons talking about different parts and maintenance besides the extended warranty. I heard wrenches, hammers, and servicing sounds. They were trying to persuade me about the extended warranty and AMC. There were different sounds in different sections.

One pushed an AMC at ₹2,000 yearly, promising unlimited free services, washing, pick-drop, etc. I heard one customer saying, "Yes, it saved me ₹10,000 on a gearbox in November."

This visit highlighted Honda's ecosystem: from aspirational sales to reliable aftercare. They're affordable, practical scooters powering daily commutes.

Leaving, I appreciated the chaos as organized energy, but I made a mistake. I gave my phone number to the sales girl, and I am sure she will keep calling me. But no worries, I will go and complete my insurance, as it's really due in March.

I visit Namokar Honda mostly on Sunday afternoons for my scooter checks, aligning with my local exploration habits. Yesterday I visited for a purpose, this spacious showroom impressed me with its organized bike displays despite generator hum from power issues, which disturbed me a bit though.

As you said, standing still for one full minute at Namokar Honda, the loudest sound is the constant roar of NH-58 highway traffic—trucks and bikes zooming by the showroom. Today it was the sounds coming from sales personas talking to customers.

The smallest audible sound was a faint humming sound working on paperwork by the girl at sales promotion counter.

Rhythmic sounds include the steady ticking service bay tools like wrenches on metal. Surprising noises were the sudden air tools hissing or a bike exhaust backfire startling amid the buzz. And the one that took me by surprise was the one when a mechanic pulled the throttle full of a scooter.

Each section had its unique sounds. The sales area echoed with soft negotiations, discounts, insurance and paper and the service section with metallic crashes, engine revs, and persuading service personal about change of parts and AMC.

Details

Namokar Honda	NH58, Modipuram, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh 250001
Google	Maps
Facilities	Good
Service	Great
Price	Competitive
Spare Parts	Original
Website	Honda India
Atlas PIN	//:# (!steematlas 29.04834582 lat 77.70865917 long Namokar Honda, Modipuram India d3scr)

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