Were the new rings in a genuine Honda packet, with the Honda logo and name? I haven't heard of anyone but the cheapest non-genuine Thai spares dealers supplying that old-style ring set. Provided your ring gaps are within the specified range you can use it, and it will work well, but the oil ring will wear out faster than the current design. Nevertheless, I think you could have bought chonda rings of considerably higher quality for very little more money.
Normally there is a small mark on the top of each ring, right near the ring gap. It will probably be a tiny letter.
You lap the valves against the seats by applying a special suction cup on a wooden shaft, to the center of the top of the valve head. You can get the device at any auto spares shop.
