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    Hero Xoom 160 ADV Scooter Delivery Starts This Month – Details

    Hero Xoom 160 Delivery TimelineUpping its game in the premium segment, Hero MotoCorp launched Xoom 160 scooter some time ago. Bookings commenced a couple of months ago and delivery timeline of this new scooter is now revealed. Xoom 160 will be exclusively sold via the Premia showrooms, reinstating the company’s efforts to offer a premium ownership experience.
    Hero Xoom 160 Delivery Timeline
    Launched earlier this year at the 2025 Auto Expo, Hero Xoom 160 has been one of the most anticipated and desirable scooters in India. That is because of its unique positioning in the market and its aggressive design language, which is likely to draw a lot of buyers with a taste of adventure and ruggedness.
    Hero Xoom 160 Delivery Timeline
    Hero has now confirmed that deliveries of Xoom 160 will commence this month, which is September 2025. It will be launched in one fully-loaded ZX variant with all the bells and whistles it has been advertised with. Where pricing is concerned, Xoom 160 costs Rs 1,48,500 (Ex-sh) which undercuts its primary rival, the Yamaha Aerox 155.
    Xoom 160 is being offered in four colour options – Matte Rainforest Green, Canyon Red, Summit White and Matte Volcanic Grey. There are a lot of firsts with Xoom 160 for Hero MotoCorp. These include 1st Hero scooter with a non-step-through central tunnel, 1st liquid-cooled scooter, 1st ICE scooter with keyless go and more.
    Hero Xoom 160
    Also, this is India’s first-ever ADV styled scooter for the mainstream market. ADV elements include a tall windscreen and an option for a taller windscreen accessory, block-pattern tyres that should offer better grip off-road and an optional top box accessory that will be positioned on the rear luggage rack.
    Hero’s 1st Liquid-Cooled Scooter
    Notable elements on Xoom 160 include dual-chamber LED headlight setup, LED tail lights, halogen turn indicators, a keyless go feature with a smart key, a 7L fuel tank in the central spine, front telescopic forks, rear twin-shock absorbers, 14-inch alloy wheels, 120-section front and 140-section rear tyres, front disc brake, a fully digital instrument cluster with navigation and more.
    Hero Xoom 160
    Powering the scooter is a new 156cc single-cylinder SOHC 4V/cyl liquid-cooled engine that is capable of developing 14.6 bhp at 8,000 RPM and 14 Nm of torque at 6,500 RPM, mated to a CVT gearbox. Ground clearance is 155 mm and kerb weight is 142 kg. More

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    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition Spotted On Mumbai Roads Before Delivery Starts

    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition Spotted On Mumbai RoadsDeliveries of Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition will commence from 20th September, which is also celebrated as the International Batman Day
    Mahindra’s born-electric INGLO platform has spawned impressive products such as the BE 6 and XEV 9e. Building on the growing popularity, Mahindra had recently introduced the BE 6 Batman Edition. It is the world’s first commercially available Batman-inspired SUV. Ahead of commencement of deliveries, BE 6 Batman Edition has been spotted in Mumbai. Let’s check out the details.
    BE 6 Batman Edition Spotted
    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition is fully sold out. Mahindra started with 300 units and later increased to 999 units based on heavy demand. Even then, all units were booked in just 135 seconds. Mahindra has stated that more such special editions of other SUVs could be launched in the future. Deliveries start on September 20th and ahead of that a BE 6 Batman Edition can be seen trundling down Mumbai roads in HAVOC VLOGS’ video.
    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition Spotted On Mumbai Roads
    It will be even more exciting to watch the BE 6 Batman Edition gliding through deserted streets in the dead of night. As the matte-black bodywork blends with the surrounding darkness, the SUV’s sharp lighting elements will ensure a powerful presence. The large 20-inch alloy wheels further bring the experience closer to that of the Batmobile.
    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition Spotted On Mumbai Roads
    Streaks of light in the environment will highlight special features such as the gold-painted suspension and brake callipers. Inspired by the Dark Knight Trilogy, the BE 6 Batman Edition also has the Bat emblem on the hub caps, front quarter panels, rear bumper, windows and rear windshield. The SUV has an Infinity Roof with The Dark Knight Trilogy Bat emblem. Another key highlight is Carpet lamps with The Dark Knight Trilogy Bat emblem logo projection.
    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition
    Exclusive Batman theme
    Mahindra BE 6 has a race-inspired and gamified cockpit, which transforms into something more exciting with the special enhancements of the Batman Edition. There’s liberal use of golden accents such as the brushed gold halo around the driver cockpit and the brushed Alchemy Gold Batman Edition plaque on the dashboard with numbering. Similar golden treatment can also be seen on the steering wheel, in-touch controller, electronic parking brake and custom key fob.
    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition Launched
    Dark Knight Trilogy Bat emblem logo can be seen on the Boost button, seat headrests, interior labels and seat stitching. There’s pinstripe graphic and Batman branding across the passenger dashboard panel. Also, race car inspired open straps with Batman Edition branding. Other highlights include charcoal leather instrument panel and suede and leather upholstery with gold sepia accent stitching.
    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition
    Performance
    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition is based on the top-spec Pack Three trim. It utilizes a 79-kWh battery pack, offering a certified range of 683 km (MIDC P1 + P2). The electric motor generates 210 kW / 285 PS and 380 Nm of torque. The SUV has an advanced regen system with 4 levels, which helps optimize range. BE 6 Pack Three can achieve full charge in 8 hours when using an 11.2 kW AC charger. With a DC 180 kW 400A charger input, 20% to 80% can be achieved in just 20 minutes.
    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition Launched
    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition is undeniably cool, but what about practicality? Seeing that Batmobile-esque ride in your driveway every day might start to feel like you’re stuck in a never-ending Batman marathon. Even the Caped Crusader himself only rolls out the Batmobile for the big chase scenes, not for grabbing coffee or dropping off dry cleaning.
    Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition
    While heavy traffic can slow down even the fastest cars, BE 6 does reveal its agile character whenever there’s room to manoeuvre. The SUV is quick to change lanes (when available) and race ahead at a fast pace. With the Satin Black colour of BE 6 Batman Edition, the agile manoeuvres seem a lot more pronounced and engrossing. Quite similar to the way the Batmobile is depicted in Batman movies.
    Can BE 6 Batman Edition owners handle the daily dose of Dark Knight drama without craving a break from all that brooding intensity? Only time will tell if they’ll stay forever enamoured or start dreaming of a less… bat-tastic commute. More

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    Royal Enfield Sales August 2025 – Highest Ever With 54.83% YoY Growth

    Royal Enfield Classic 350One of the world’s leading retro-classic motorcycle manufacturers, Royal Enfield, has closed the sales book for the month of August 2025 on a positive note. The company registered unprecedented numbers with positive growth across all aspects, except for MoM analysis of its international business. Let’s take a closer look at what the numbers got to say.
    Royal Enfield Sales August 2025
    The company’s portfolio primarily includes its popular 350cc lineup and then there are the 440cc, 450cc and 650cc lineups broadly categorised into one. The 350cc portfolio constitutes a major chunk of the company’s sales at 86.52% share, while the other larger motorcycles constitute 13.48%.
    Royal Enfield Sales August 2025 – YoY
    In total, Royal Enfield sold a total of 1,14,002 units that includes both domestic sales and international business (Exports) across all displacement classes. There was a 54.83% YoY growth and 29.48% MoM growth as opposed to 73,629 units and 88,045 units sold a year ago and a month before. Volume growth stood at 40,373 units YoY and 25,957 units MoM.
    The 350cc portfolio contributed 98,631 units last month, which accounted for a massive YoY growth of 61.46% over the 61,087 units sold last year in August 2024. This led to a volume growth of 37,544 units YoY and then there was a 29.7% MoM growth over 76,047 units sold in July 2025 with a volume growth of 22,584 units MoM.
    Royal Enfield Sales August 2025 – MoM
    Then there were 15,371 units of 440cc, 450cc and 650cc bikes sold in the same period which garnered a 22.56% YoY growth and a 28.11% MoM growth leading to a volume growth of 2,829 units YoY and 3,373 units MoM. The sales of Scram 440 has been resumed too, for which bookings were stopped temporarily.
    Splitting the total in terms of domestic and exports, we can see that Royal Enfield sold 1,02,876 units in the domestic market constituting 90.24% of its total sales. There was a 56.77% YoY and 34.91% MoM growth in sales. Exports stood at 11,126 units with 38.97% YoY growth and a 5.67% MoM decline in shipments losing 665 units in volume.
    Royal Enfield Sales August 2025 – YTD
    YTD Sales Analysis
    Royal Enfield sold a total of 4,67,575 units YTD, which registered a 27.13% YoY growth, gaining 99,774 units in volume. The 350cc portfolio contributed 86% of it at 4,02,132 units with 28.95% YoY growth, leading to a volume growth of 90,272 units. The larger bikes contributed 65,443 units with 16.99% YoY growth, gaining 9,502 units in volume.
    Domestic YTD sales performance stood at 4,07,909 units contributing 87.24% to the total YTD sales. There was a 23.04% YoY growth with 76,392 units gained in volume. Exports stood at 59,666 units with 64.44% YoY growth with a volume growth of 23,382 units. More

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    Suzuki 2W Sales August 2025 Grew 8.72% YoY – Access, Burgman, Gixxer

    Suzuki Gixxer SFOne of the most popular scooter brands in India, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd (SMIPL), has ended the sales month of August 2025 with style. Except for the MoM sales analysis in the domestic market, Suzuki’s 2W division in India registered positive growth across the sales chart in domestic and international business domains.
    The company’s Access scooter (formerly called Access 125) has emerged as one of the leading 125cc scooters in the country. The company is also keen on expanding the Access brand to incorporate an electric scooter (e-Access) that will be launched this month. It is expected the recreate Access (ICE) scooter’s magic in the highly competitive electric scooter segment of India.
    Suzuki 2W Sales August 2025
    For the month of August 2025, Suzuki achieved its highest-ever spare parts sales worth Rs 85.6 Crores, marking a 21% YoY growth over August 2024’s performance. This signifies the increasing number of Suzuki two wheel vehicles in the country and corresponding increase of their market share and footfall into showrooms and service centres.
    Sticking with sales, Suzuki sold a grand total of 1,13,936 units in August 2025. This resulted in an 8.72% YoY growth as opposed to 1,04,800 units sold in August 2024 leading to a volume growth of 9,136 units YoY along with a marginal 0.3% MoM growth over 1,13,600 units sold in July 2025, leading to 336 units gained in volume.
    Suzuki 2W Sales August 2025
    Splitting this number further, we get 91,629 units sold in the domestic market and 22,307 units sold via their international business (exports). With 91,629 units sold, Suzuki’s domestic sales accounted for 80.42% of total sales and exports accounted for 19.58% of the total sales.
    Domestic sales achieved 4.74% YoY growth over the 87,480 units sold last year which yielded a volume gain of 4,149 units YoY and a 4.58% MoM sales decline as there were 96,029 units sold in July 2025, thus leading to a 4,400 units volume decline. Exports, on the other hand, saw a 28.79% YoY and 26.95% MoM growth with 4,987 units and 4,736 units gained in volume YoY and MoM, respectively.
    YTD Sales Analysis
    Where YTD sales are concerned, Suzuki Motorcycles India managed to fall in the greens completely. The company registered 5,64,624 units sold in total, which can be split into 4,64,586 units sold in the domestic market with 5.76% YoY growth and 1,00,038 units shipped to global markets with 22.86% MoM growth. Total YTD growth was 8.44% YoY, bagging 43,934 units in volume YoY.
    Statement from SMIPL
    Commenting on the performance, Mr. Deepak Mutreja, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd., said, “We extend our heartful gratitude to our customers for their continued trust in Suzuki two-wheelers. The growth in August sales gives us momentum going into the festive season and we look forward to delighting more customers with our products and services.” More

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    Honda 2W Sales August 2025 – Records 4% MoM Growth

    New Honda ActivaHonda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) announced sales of 5,34,861 units in August 2025, reflecting steady momentum in both domestic and export markets. The company registered a 3.78% month-on-month growth compared to 5,15,378 units sold in July 2025.
    Domestic and Export Sales
    Domestic sales contributed the bulk of volumes at 4,81,021 units, slightly lower by 2.17% YoY compared to 4,91,678 units in August 2024. On a sequential basis, however, domestic numbers rose 3.15% MoM, showing renewed momentum in the home market.
    Honda 2W Sales August 2025
    Exports stood at 53,840 units, marking a healthy 14.13% YoY growth over 47,174 units in August 2024. Compared to July 2025, exports were also up 9.77% MoM, as Honda strengthened its global footprint. Exports now account for 10.07% of overall volumes.
    Year-to-Date (April–August 2025) Performance
    For FY26 so far (April–August 2025), HMSI reported total sales of 24,22,880 units, down 5.90% YoY from 25,74,744 units sold in the same period last year. Domestic volumes during this period declined 7.30% YoY to 21,73,834 units, compared to 23,45,028 units in April–August 2024.
    Exports, on the other hand, provided a bright spot, growing 8.41% YoY to 2,49,046 units from 2,29,716 units last year, highlighting HMSI’s strengthening export strategy.
    Key Highlights of August 2025
    Beyond sales, HMSI continued to reinforce its commitment towards road safety and customer engagement in August 2025. The company organized road safety awareness campaigns across 12 cities, including Bhiwadi, Prayagraj, Bangalore, Trichy, and Jodhpur, focusing on youth sensitization and responsible riding practices. HMSI also celebrated the 6th anniversary of its Safety Driving Education Centre (SDEC) in Ranchi, furthering its mission of promoting safe mobility through structured training and awareness.
    On the product front, HMSI commenced regional launches and mass deliveries of the new CB125 Hornet and Shine 100 DX, following their successful national debut. Launch events in Ludhiana, Nashik, Chennai, Mysore, Lucknow and other cities saw strong customer response.
    In the premium segment, HMSI further expanded its BigWing network with new outlets inaugurated in Gurugram, Bengaluru, and Chennai, strengthening its accessibility in the fast-growing mid- and large-capacity motorcycle market.
    Outlook
    While overall YTD sales remain lower due to softness in domestic demand, HMSI’s MoM growth in August, coupled with robust export performance, signals an improving trajectory. With fresh product launches, expanded premium retail footprint, and continued focus on road safety, HMSI is optimistic about leveraging the upcoming festive season to accelerate growth further. More

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    BMW Vision CE Self-Balancing Electric Bike Negates Helmet, Protective Clothing

    BMW Vision CE Concept
    When you’re riding a motorcycle, safety is paramount and that is why wearing protective gear is advisable. Helmet and protective gear is always recommended to protect from injuries and abrasion. However, BMW Motorrad is reimagining motorcycling with Vision CE Concept where the rider doesn’t have to wear protective clothing and helmet at all.
    BMW Vision CE Concept
    If you’re a motorcycling fanatic, you’d know something about the BMW Motorrad C1 Concept that debuted 25 years ago. From around three decades, BMW Motorrad is on the quest of offering an urban motorcycling experience with increased sense of freedom along with a casual and carefree riding experience.
    BMW C1 Concept 25 years ago
    The new BMW Vision CE Concept is a continuation of C1 Concept, but in a much more refined way, while embodying the brand’s forward-looking CE design language. This motorcycle concept employs a metallic tubular cage that aims to offer protection to rider in case of a fall. This cage seems to be integrated right into the motorcycle’s mainframe.
    BMW Vision CE Concept
    To hold rider in place, this concept motorcycle comes with what looks like five-point seat belts usually seen in sports cars. This cage will provide roll-over protection while seatbelts hold passenger in place in an event of a fall. BMW has even implemented foam on this cage that should enhance impact protection.
    BMW Vision CE
    Future-Forward Design
    When compared to the cage on C1, BMW Vision CE Concept looks a lot sleeker and appealing, while employing modern materials and other technologies. This design encourages riders to enjoy the elements more as they are free to get on to their urban commutes without the need for a helmet or protective clothing.
    BMW Vision CE
    With Vision CE, BMW Motorrad aims to increase the fun quotient in daily commutes while enhancing immersion of the ride for riders. Other than the cage, Vision CE bears a futuristic design language. It has a bulky face, a long wheelbase, a forward-set foot peg position that allows for a relaxed riding posture and more. The company has also made Vision CE self-balancing too, which will unlock car-like experience on 2W.
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    BMW Vision CE Concept bears an emission-free electric powertrain signifying the brand’s commitment towards clean electric mobility for a sustainable future. The company is constantly rethinking urban mobility and the new Vision CE is the amalgamation of the brand’s forward thinking in terms of propulsion technology, safety and innovative riding solutions. More

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    Hero MotoCorp August 2025 Sales Grow By 8% YoY – Scooters Surge 53%

    Hero Splendor : Image – Ryt To KnowHero MotoCorp, the world’s largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, reported wholesales of 5,53,727 units in August 2025, an 8.07% increase compared to 5,12,360 units sold in August 2024. The growth was driven by strong performance across motorcycles, scooters, and exports, supported by the success of the company’s new product launches.
    Motorcycles and Scooters Performance
    Motorcycles continued to be Hero MotoCorp’s backbone, with 5,01,523 units dispatched in August 2025, up 4.87% YoY from 4,78,215 units a year earlier. Scooters showed much stronger momentum, posting a 52.89% YoY growth, with sales rising to 52,204 units against 34,145 units in August 2024. This gave motorcycles a 90.57% share of total volumes, while scooters contributed 9.43%.
    Hero MotoCorp August 2025 Sales
    On a month-on-month (MoM) basis, motorcycles grew sharply by 25.19%, increasing from 4,00,615 units in July 2025. Scooters also posted a 6.24% MoM growth, climbing from 49,140 units in July 2025.
    Domestic sales remained strong at 5,19,139 units, up 5.46% YoY from 4,92,263 units in August 2024 and an even sharper 25.88% MoM increase compared to July 2025. Exports were a standout, with 34,588 units shipped in August 2025, a massive 72.11% YoY growth from 20,097 units last year. However, exports dipped 7.41% MoM, down from 37,358 units in July 2025. Exports now contribute 6.25% of overall volumes.
    Year-to-Date (YTD) Performance
    For FY 2025-26 so far (April–August 2025), Hero MotoCorp’s cumulative sales stood at 23,70,552 units, a marginal 1.95% decline compared to 24,17,790 units in the same period of FY 2024-25. Motorcycle YTD sales were at 21,76,049 units, down 3.70% YoY from 22,59,561 units, while scooters registered robust growth of 22.93% YoY, with sales rising to 1,94,503 units from 1,58,229 units. Exports also impressed with 45.33% growth, increasing to 1,36,359 units against 93,830 units last year.
    Hero MotoCorp registered 3.44 lakh retail sales in August 2025 (VAHAN registrations), reflecting steady demand across urban and rural markets; while monsoons tempered retail activity, the company expects momentum to pick up in the coming months.
    VIDA and New Launches
    Hero MotoCorp’s electric mobility brand, VIDA, continued its upward trajectory. The company dispatched 12,275 units in August with 13,313 VAHAN registrations, strengthening its foothold in the EV space and driving consistent market share gains.
    The company also launched the all-new Glamour X 125 during the month, positioned as India’s most futuristic 125cc motorcycle. Available in two variants—Drum (Rs 89,999) and Disc (Rs 99,999, ex-showroom Delhi) — the Glamour X 125 brings bold styling, advanced tech, and category-first features aimed at aspirational young riders.
    Hero MotoCorp expects market sentiment to remain upbeat in the coming months, supported by favourable monsoons, rising rural demand, and anticipated GST reforms. With festive season demand on the horizon and new products like the Xoom 125, Destini 125, and Glamour X 125 boosting customer interest, the company is optimistic about sustaining its growth momentum. More

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    2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Launch Price Rs 11.69 L, Up Rs 60k

    2026 Kawasaki ZX-6R LaunchedAs compared to the earlier model, the 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R sees a price hike of Rs 60,000
    Kawasaki has introduced the 2026 Ninja ZX-6R at a starting price of Rs 11.69 lakh. The updated model focuses on achieving a fresh new look with sportier graphics to appeal to a wider range of buyers. In terms of performance, the bike is largely the same as earlier. Let’s check out the details.
    2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R – What’s new
    Kawasaki is offering the 2026 Ninja ZX-6R in a single colour option – Lime Green. The graphics have been updated with blue and white stripes across the fairing. Some parts of the front cowl also have the blue colour. This new graphics scheme comes across as a lot more refined and elegant. The previous model has stripes of white, yellow and black, which seems relatively loud.
    2026 Kawasaki ZX-6R
    Updated graphics on the 2026 Ninja ZX-6R ensure a seamless integration of the multiple colours from the bike’s palette. The green, blue and white shades create an exciting contrast, all while ensuring it does not come across as overly aggressive. The graphics in blue and white shades help tone down and balance the bold lime green colour.
    Excluding the updated graphics, there are no other styling changes to 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R. The bike derives design inspiration from its larger sibling – Ninja ZX-10R. Some of the key features include hybrid projector LED headlights, deep-set reflectors for a more aggressive look, layered cowl design, winglet-style inlets and angled chin spoilers.
    2026 Kawasaki ZX-6R
    Other highlights include a sporty windscreen, aerodynamic fairing, sculpted fuel tank, split seats and upswept exhaust. Several parts have been blacked out including the engine, wheels, parts of the fairing and exhaust. The bike has a naturally aggressive stance, which supports speed riding and agile manoeuvres.
    Performance, specs
    Powering the Ninja ZX-6R is a 636cc, in-line four, liquid cooled engine that generates 124 PS and 69 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed, return shift gearbox. Max power output with the RAM Air system is 129 PS. Key technologies used include Quick Shifter, ABS, assist and slipper clutch and power modes. The bike is equipped with an economical riding indicator, which helps riders to improve fuel efficiency.
    2026 Kawasaki ZX-6R
    Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R utilizes an aluminium perimeter frame, with USD front forks and swingarm rear suspension. Wheel travel is 120 mm at the front and 151 mm at the rear. Both ends have 17-inch wheels, wrapped in 120/70 front and 180/55 rear tubeless tyres. Braking setup comprises 310 mm dual discs at the front and a single 220 mm disc at the rear. Ninja ZX-6R has a kerb weight of 198 kg and seat height of 830 mm. Ground clearance is 130 mm.
    Tech kit includes a 4.3-inch TFT colour instrumentation with smartphone connectivity. It displays a range of information such as gear indicator, trip meter, speedometer, odometer, RPM, fuel gauge, clock, etc. Users can choose riding modes of Sport, Road, Rain and a customizable manual option. 2026 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R will continue to rival the likes of Honda CBR650R and Triumph Daytona 660.
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