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    2025 Triumph Speed T4 Updated – Premium Design, New Colours

    2025 Triumph Speed T4 UpdatedWith enhanced styling and an attractive price of Rs 1.99 lakh, Triumph Speed T4 has strengthened its value proposition against rivals
    As may be recalled, Triumph recently updated the pricing of Speed T4 from Rs 2.17 lakh to Rs 1.99 lakh. And now, a range of cosmetic updates have been introduced for the most affordable Triumph bike in India. Let’s take a closer look to understand how enthusiasts stand to benefit.
    2025 Triumph Speed T4 Updated – New Colours, Design
    Users can now choose from a total of four striking colour options. These are Lava Red Gloss / Pearl Metallic White, Caspian Blue / Pearl Metallic White, Phantom Black / Storm Grey and Phantom Black / Pearl Metallic White. With the new colour options, Triumph Speed T4 can target a larger segment of users.
    2025 Triumph Speed T4 – Lava Red Gloss / Pearl Metallic White
    For all four colourways, a combo of three shades have been used. These perfectly complement the bike’s classic look and feel and enhance its retro character. In addition to the new colours, Triumph Speed T4 also gets some visual enhancements. For example, the upswept exhaust is now available in a brushed steel finish. This is applicable for all the four colour options.
    Earlier, Speed T4 was available with a blacked-out exhaust. It had heat shields in metallic finish. But now, the entire exhaust has a brushed steel finish. It enhances the bike’s premium feel and appears more neutral in comparison to the all-black finish. Another premium design update is a 3D ‘Speed T4’ emblem on the side panel. It is placed on a surface that has the same brushed metal vibes as seen on the exhaust.
    2025 Triumph Speed T4 – Caspian Blue / Pearl Metallic White
    In the earlier colourways, the entire side panel had a blacked-out finish. ‘Speed T4’ badging was available in sticker format, which had limited visual impact. Side profile has been further enhanced with updated frame colour. Triumph Speed T4 is now available with a new tyre sticker design as well.
    Specs, performance
    Mechanical parts remain unchanged for Triumph Speed T4. Key highlights of Triumph Speed T4 include a torque-assist clutch, Bosch dual-channel ABS, all-LED lighting, distinctive LED DRLs and USB charging port. The instrument cluster includes an analogue speedometer with an integrated multi-function LCD display.
    2025 Triumph Speed T4 – Phantom Black / Pearl Metallic White
    Braking setup comprises 300 mm front and 230 mm rear disc brakes. Speed T4 has standard 43mm telescopic forks at front and a monoshock rear suspension. The perimeter tubular steel frame with a bolt-on rear subframe is the same as that of Speed 400.
    Powering the bike is a 398.15 cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, single-cylinder engine that generates 31 PS and 36 Nm. This is the same engine as seen with Speed 400. But the 400 has higher numbers at 40 PS and 37.5 Nm. Speed T4 is especially designed for urban environments, offering benefits such as enhanced low-end torque, more responsive rides and smoother acceleration. However, the bike can also cruise effortlessly across highways. T4 is also preferred for its distinctive, deep exhaust note.
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    BYD Sealion 7 Launch Price Rs 48.9 L – 567 km Range, 82.56 kWh, 523 HP

    BYD Sealion 7 LaunchExpanding their luxury car portfolio, BYD India has just launched the Sealion 7. This is an SUV based on the same e-Platform 3.0, seen with Seal electric sedan launched last year. BYD Sealion 7 is priced from Rs 48.9 lakh (Ex-sh), which is only a couple of lakhs higher than Seal EV with comparable battery size.
    BYD Sealion 7 Launch
    India’s newest electric luxury SUV, BYD Sealion 7 is launched in the country for a starting price of Rs 48.9 lakh (Ex-sh) for Premium RWD variant and Rs 54.9 lakh (Ex-sh) for Performance AWD variant. The prices are extremely competitive, considering the size, performance, powertrains and equipment Sealion 7 brings to the table.
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    We say this because the Seal electric sedan launched last year, is priced from Rs 45.55 lakh (Ex-sh) for the larger 82.56 kWh battery pack variants, the same one seen in Sealion 7. The top-spec Performance variant of Seal with dual-motor AWD layout costs Rs 53 lakh (Ex-sh), which is just 1.9 lakh less than Sealion 7.
    BYD Sealion 7 Launch Price
    Sealion 7 is offered with four colour choices – Atlantis Gray, Cosmos Black, Aurora White and Shark Gray. All variants get the same interior finished in an all-black look with high-quality materials including soft Nappa Leather for upholstery. Sealion 7 follows the same Ocean design language as Seal, which looks modern and striking.
    BYD Sealion 7 Side
    Indian luxury SUV buyers seem to have given great reception to BYD Sealion 7. The company mentions that bookings have crossed beyond the 1,000 units mark under their promotional booking offer. Buyers can reserve or buy a BYD Sealion 7 through 40 authorised dealerships across the country.
    Specs & Performance
    Populated by BYD’s tried & tested and utterly reliable Blade battery tech, Sealion 7 packs quite a punch for the price. While Seal offers a smaller battery pack option, Sealion 7 offers the larger 82.56 kWh pack as standard. Premium variant is single-motor RWD only and Performance variant is dual-motor AWD.
    BYD Sealion 7 Dashboard
    Range is 567 km with Premium and 542 km with Performance variant. In our testing, we extracted a real-world range figure equivalent to 460 km, which one can easily extend by driving more sensibly. Premium variant can sprint to 100 km/h in 6.7s, while Performance variant can do the same in 4.5s. Both have an electronically limited topspeed of 215 km/h with the motors capable of revving till 23,000 RPM. More

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    2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 Launch Price Rs 12.9 L – Bigger Engine, Lower Price Tag

    2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 LaunchedKawasaki’s flagship ADV Tourer, the Versys 1000, is being replaced in India with the newer and better Versys 1100. This is a major departure in strategies in Kawasaki’s operations too. We say this because Kawasaki has reduced the price tag with Versys 1100, making it a more attractive proposition for Indian buyers. Let’s take a look.
    2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100
    Where pricing is concerned, 2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 is launched at Rs 12.9 lakh (Ex-sh). This is a welcome strategy from Kawasaki, considering the Versys 1000 used to be priced at Rs 13.91 lakh (Ex-sh). The newer model costs more than Rs 1 lakh more affordable than its predecessor, while offering more.
    2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 Launched
    There is only one colour option with 2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 – Metallic Matte Graphene Steel Grey / Metallic Diablo Black. This colour is rather clean, with less Green in it, making it less in-your-face. This makes the overall appeal of this motorcycle a lot more mature and is likely to be appreciated by target demographic.
    The main change is in the engine department. Kawasaki is now offering a larger 1,099cc 4-cylinder engine, replacing the older 1,043cc engine. Kawasaki has achieved this with a longer stroke. This new engine is also more powerful as it delivers 133 bhp of peak power and 112.5 Nm of peak torque.
    New Kawasaki Versys 1100 Launched
    Specs & Features
    When compared to the Versys 1000’s 118.27 bhp and 102 Nm, this should be a noticeable bump in performance. Notable componentry on this motorcycle includes an aluminium twin tube frame, 43mm USD forks and rear mono-shock unit that are fully adjustable, 17-inch wheels wrapped with 120-section front and 180-section rear tyres.
    With the bump in performance, braking power needs to be reinforced too. In that regard, 2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 gets twin 310 mm front discs and a 260 mm rear disc with dual-channel ABS as standard. Overall weight is 257 kg, while ground clearance is 150 mm and seat height is 820 mm, which is very accessible.
    New Kawasaki Versys 1100 Launched
    Where features are concerned, 2025 Kawasaki Versys 1100 gets full LED lighting all around, a semi-digital instrument cluster, a Type-C USB port (new with 2025 model), a switchable traction control system, cruise control, cornering management, Kawasaki’s Ergo-Fit and more. It will take on bigger ADVs like Harley-Davidson Pan America 1250, Ducati Multistrada V4 and BMW M1000 XR, among others. More

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    Top 10 Two Wheelers Jan 2025 – Splendor, Shine, Activa, Jupiter, Pulsar, Access, Classic 350

    Hero SplendorThe Indian two-wheeler market saw total sales of 10,30,163 units in January 2025, registering a 1.73% year-on-year (YoY) growth over 10,12,666 units sold in January 2024. While some models recorded strong growth, others witnessed a decline in sales.
    Top 10 Two Wheelers Jan 2025 – YoY Comparison
    Hero Splendor continued its dominance as the highest-selling two-wheeler, with 2,59,431 units sold, marking a 1.69% growth over January 2024 sales of 2,55,122 units. Honda Shine secured the second spot with 1,68,290 units, showing an impressive 15.86% YoY growth, up by 23,038 units from last year’s 1,45,252 units.
    Top 10 Two Wheelers Jan 2025 – YoY Comparison
    Honda Activa, India’s best-selling scooter, reported a slight decline of 4.04%, selling 1,66,739 units compared to 1,73,760 units in January 2024. In contrast, TVS Jupiter recorded the highest YoY growth among the top 10, with 1,07,847 units sold, a 45.30% increase over the 74,225 units from the same period last year. Bajaj Pulsar experienced a decline, with 1,04,081 units sold, a 19.24% drop from the 1,28,883 units sold in January 2024. Similarly, Hero HF Deluxe sales fell by 21.00%, reaching 62,223 units, down from 78,767 units last year.
    Suzuki Access remained steady with 54,587 units sold, witnessing a minor decline of 1.44% from 55,386 units in January 2024. TVS XL, the only moped in the list, saw marginally lower sales at 41,872 units, down 0.39% from 42,036 units. TVS Apache recorded 10.53% YoY growth, selling 34,511 units, compared to 31,222 units last year. Royal Enfield Classic 350 rounded off the top 10 with 30,582 units, a 9.17% increase from 28,013 units sold in January 2024.
    Top 10 Two Wheelers Jan 2025 – MoM Comparison
    Top 10 Two Wheelers Jan 2025 – MoM Comparison
    Compared to December 2024, the two-wheeler segment saw a significant 38.09% MoM growth, with 10,30,163 units sold in January 2025, up from 7,46,006 units in December 2024. Hero Splendor saw a 34.81% MoM increase, selling 2,59,431 units in January, up from 1,92,438 units in December. Honda Shine experienced the highest MoM growth among the top 10, surging by 66.89% with 1,68,290 units sold, up from 1,00,841 units the previous month.
    Honda Activa also posted strong MoM growth of 37.82%, with 1,66,739 units sold in January, compared to 1,20,981 units in December. TVS Jupiter continued its upward trend with a 21.63% MoM growth, increasing from 88,668 units to 1,07,847 units. Bajaj Pulsar bounced back from a weaker December, recording a 58.73% MoM surge, selling 1,04,081 units in January, compared to 65,571 units in December. Similarly, Hero HF Deluxe witnessed a 49.17% MoM jump, reaching 62,223 units from 41,713 units in the previous month.
    Suzuki Access remained relatively stable with a 4.61% increase, while TVS XL saw a 26.53% MoM rise, growing from 33,092 units to 41,872 units. TVS Apache recorded an impressive 65.24% growth, selling 34,511 units, up from 20,885 units in December. Royal Enfield Classic 350 had the least MoM growth at 3.19%, selling 30,582 units compared to 29,637 units in December.
    The strong MoM growth across most models can be attributed to renewed customer demand in the new year, dealership restocking, and seasonal buying trends. With improving sales momentum, the two-wheeler market appears to be on a positive trajectory for 2025. More

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    Honda NWX 125 Patented In India – 125cc Engine, 54 km/l Mileage

    Honda NWX 125 Patented In IndiaGearing up to capitalize on future opportunities, Honda has patented multiple new products in recent months
    India’s second-largest two-wheeler brand by volume, Honda is actively striving to claim the No. 1 spot. Based on multiple new patents filed recently, it appears that Honda is working proactively to expand its portfolio. After NX125, Honda Beat and NPF 125, Honda has now patented the NWX 125 in India. Let’s take a closer look.
    Honda NWX 125 – Muscular, exuberant design
    With its sporty, eye-catching profile, Honda NWX 125 suits the needs of the young generation. The scooter is available in select markets such as China. Some of the key highlights include a sharp front apron, striking V-shaped LED headlight design, sporty graphics, chiselled body panelling and distinctive 3-dimensional tail light with decorative turn signals.
    Honda NWX 125
    Overall look and feel is further enhanced with some exciting colour options of black, orange and blue. For those who prefer more neutral choices, Honda NWX 125 is also available in white and grey colour options. While having a spectacular profile, Honda NWX 125 is also designed to meet practical necessities. Users can access two open storage pockets at the front as well as underseat storage.
    Everyday items can also be loaded onto the flat floorboard. For smartphone charging, a 15-watt Type-C charging port is provided at the front. Honda NWX 125 has a single piece seat that seems adequately sized and cushioned for rider and pillion comfort. Tech package includes a high-definition negative LCD instrument display. Users can access a range of information such as speedometer, fuel remaining, time and odometer.
    Honda NWX 125 Patented In India
    The UI is crisp and the bright background ensures high visibility. Users who are looking for enhanced convenience can choose the Smart Key variant of Honda NWX 125. The Smart Key system is similar to that of the Honda Activa H-Smart variant offered in India. Users can start the vehicle and open the seat without any physical contact.
    Performance, Specs, Variants, Pricing
    Powering Honda NWX 125 is a 124cc, air-cooled engine that generates 9.5 PS and 10 Nm of torque. Similar to Honda scooters in India, the NWX 125 has performance-enhancing eSP tech and a fuel-saving idling stop system. Mileage is pretty good at around 54 km/l. Talking about ride dynamics, a low seat height of 760 mm ensures optimal control and handling.
    Honda NWX 125
    Honda NWX 125 weighs 104 kg and has a ground clearance of 133 mm. Gradeability is rated at 25°, which is higher than the usual range of 15° to 20° in the 125cc segment. In the Chinese market, three variants of Honda NWX 125 are on offer. The base variant has drum brakes at both ends, integrated with a combi-braking system (CBS). It is priced at 9,490 Yuan (approx. Rs 1.13 lakh).
    The single-channel ABS variant (front disc) is offered at 10,490 Yuan (Rs 1.25 lakh). The ABS Smart Key variant is priced at 11,490 Yuan (Rs 1.37 lakh). If Honda launches the NWX 125 in India, it will challenge rivals such as TVS Ntorq, Suzuki Burgman Street 125, Yamaha Fascino and Hero Xoom 125. The patent registration could also be just an IP protection exercise. More

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    Electric 2W Sales Jan 2025 – Ola, TVS, Chetak, Ather, Hero, Revolt

    Bajaj ChetakDemand for electric two wheeler improved strongly in January 2025 with just under 1 lakh unit retail sales
    Electric 2W retail sales grew both on a YoY and MoM basis to 97,734 units in Jan 2024. This was an 18.97% YoY growth from 82,149 units sold in Jan 2024. MoM sales saw an even higher percentage increase of 33.20% when compared to 73,374 unit sales of Dec 2024.
    Ola Electric, TVS Motor, and Bajaj continued to command the electric two wheeler sales list with the latter two closing in on leader Ola Electric. While in Jan 2024, Ola Electric had led by a significant margin, in Dec 2024, both Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor accounted for retail sales that far surpassed that of arch rival Ola Electric.
    Electric 2W Retail Sales Jan 2025
    Ola Electric led the segment with 24,336 unit sales. The company has suffered a 24.94% YoY decline from 32,424 unit sales of Jan 2024 while MoM sales improved by 76.72% over 13,771 unit sales of Dec 2024. Ola Electric launched its first electric motorcycles the Roadster X and Roadster X+ earlier this week. It plans to commence deliveries by mid-March.
    At No. 2 was TVS Motor with 23,809 units sold last month. Double digit YoY and MoM growth has been witnessed when compared to 15,358 units and 17,232 units sold in Jan 2024 and Dec 2024 respectively. TVS has just commenced deliveries of its most premium and flagship electric scooter – TVS X. It is being delivered in a phased manner with first set of units in Bengaluru.
    Electric 2W Sales Jan 2025 : Source – FADA Research
    It was followed by Bajaj Auto with retail sales at 21,310 units in Jan 2025. Sales nearly doubled on a YoY basis by 95.67% from 10,891 unit sales of Jan 2024. It was also a 16.44% MoM improvement from 18,302 units sold in Dec 2024. Both TVS Motor and Bajaj Auto had experienced significantly higher sales over that of Ola Electric in Dec 2024.
    Posting positive YoY and MoM growth was Ather Energy with 12,906 unit sales last month. This was a37.59% YoY and 23.17% MoM growth over 9,380 units and 10,431 unit sales of Jan 2024 and Dec 2024 respectively. Ather recently introduced the 2025 Ather 450S and 450X with some new colours options and other features updates.
    Total Sales close to 1 lakh units
    The 5th highest electric two wheeler OEM was Greaves with 3,611 unit sales in Jan 2025. This related to a 53.14% YoY and 29.24% MoM growth. PUR Energy followed with 1,650 unit sales last month. It witnessed outstanding 166.13% YoY growth from just 620 unit sales of Jan 2024 while MoM sales were up by 511.79% from 1,087 units sold in Dec 2024.
    The list also included Hero MotoCorp (1,615 units), BGauss (1,452 units) and Revolt (1,060 units). Kinetic Green sales declined by 1.71% YoY to 806 units from 820 units sold in Jan 2024 while it showed off a strong 34.11% MoM growth when compared to 601 unit sales of Dec 2024.
    Bengaluru based electric vehicle startup River Mobility Pvt Ltd had 599 unit sales in Jan 2025. This was a massive 1293.02% YoY growth from just 43 unit sales of Jan 2024 while it also experienced a 208.76% MoM growth from 194 units sold in Dec 2024. The company aims to open 100 showrooms by March 2026. The company currently has only one product with one variant that is the ‘Indie’ in its portfolio.
    While Bounce Electric added 560 units to electric 2W retail sales, there were others that added 4,020 units suffering a YoY and MoM decline. More

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    KTM 390 Duke Prices Slashed By Rs 18k – Now Costs Rs 2.95 L

    KTM Duke 390What bleeds orange and goes like a stig? If a KTM motorcycle popped into your mind, you guessed it right. We are talking about the new KTM Duke 390, which is now more affordable than before, thanks to a price slash of Rs 18,000 on its prior Ex-sh prices. This is great news to motorcycling enthusiasts and let’s take a closer look.
    KTM 390 Duke Prices Slashed
    Amidst the global turmoil, KTM is maintaining that their Indian business is unphased. The company has just revised the prices of its prized procession in India, 390 Duke. It used to be priced at Rs 3.13 lakh (Ex-sh) and now, it has been revised to Rs 2.95 lakh (Ex-sh), which is a reduction of Rs 18,000.
    KTM Duke 390
    390 Duke is one of the, if not, the sportiest motorcycle in 300cc to 400cc category globally. 390 Duke offers a combination of performance, handling, features, equipment, efficiency and funky looks. It has been a go-to motorcycle for motorcycling enthusiasts in India and is now made more affordable.
    Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 is still more affordable than 390 Duke, only by a couple thousand rupees. KTM 390 Duke gets a futuristic design with 1290 Super Duke R inspired looks and performance-oriented equipment to set itself apart from rivals. It gets a trellis along with a cast aluminium subframe and a banana-shaped swingarm.
    KTM Duke 390
    Any other changes?
    Lighter alloy wheels and slimmer disc brakes reduce unsprung mass. These wheels are wrapped with 110/70-ZR17 front and 150/60-ZR17 rear tyres. Front 43mm USD telescopic forks from WP Apex are adjustable for compression and rebound. Off-set rear mono-shock suspension is adjustable for rebound and preload.
    The 398.63cc single-cylinder DOHC 4V/cylinder liquid-cooled engine on KTM 390 Duke delivers class leading 45.3 bhp of peak power at 8,500 RPM and 39 Nm of peak torque at 6,500 RPM. This engine is known to be quite tractable and is apt for both city and highways. This engine is mated to a slipper clutch, a 6-speed gearbox and a bi-directional quick-shifter as standard.
    KTM Duke 390
    Where features are concerned, 390 Duke gets a host of rider aids including dual-channel ABS, Supermoto mode, ride-by-wire throttle, a 5-inch TFT instrument cluster that gets Bluetooth connectivity, music controls and navigation, among others.
    Also read – 2025 KTM 390 Adventure, 250 Adventure Launched More

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    Bajaj Pulsar NS125 ABS Variant Launched – Enhanced Safety

    Bajaj Pulsar NS125 ABS Variant LaunchedWith improved braking performance, Pulsar NS125 riders can accelerate and zip through the streets with greater confidence
    For its top-selling Pulsar range, Bajaj has introduced new features at regular intervals. The latest update is for Pulsar NS125 that gets single-channel ABS. With enhanced safety, Pulsar NS125 will be in a better position to challenge rivals like Hero Extreme 125R, TVS Raider and Honda SP125. Pricing for the new 2025 Pulsar NS125 starts from Rs 1,01,050 (Ex-sh).
    Bajaj Pulsar NS125 – Braking setup
    While the front wheel has a 240 mm disc brake, the rear has a 130 mm drum brake. The outgoing model is offered with a combi-braking setup (CBS). Pulsar NS125 is one of the most powerful machines in its class. That’s why it is essential to have a robust braking system. It is possible that the single-channel ABS for Pulsar NS125 could have been introduced based on market feedback.
    Bajaj Pulsar NS125 ABS Variant Launched
    Bajaj is among the brands that keenly listen to consumer inputs and adapt accordingly. With more braking power at their disposal, users can push their Pulsar NS125 bike to its limits. Whether it’s everyday commutes or highway cruising, the ABS will make the rides safer and more predictable. Managing slippery conditions also becomes easier with this advanced braking system, providing better control and confidence on the road.
    Pulsar NS125 braking performance vs. rivals
    Talking about rival offerings, single-channel ABS is currently available with Hero Xtreme 125R. There are two variants, one with CBS and the other with single-channel ABS. The CBS variant has a 240 mm disc at the front, whereas the ABS variant has a 276 mm disc. Rear drum brake of 130 mm is the same for both variants.
    Bajaj Pulsar NS125 ABS Variant Launched
    Another rival is TVS Raider which does not get an ABS option. The bike is offered with only CBS which TVS refers to as the Synchronized Braking Technology (SYNCRO SBT). TVS Raider has a 240 mm disc at front and a 130 mm drum brake at the rear. Honda SP125 is another popular choice in the 125cc segment. The bike has a 240 mm disc at front and 130 mm drum brake at the rear. Honda SP125 utilizes a combi-brake system with an equalizer. ABS option is not available with Honda SP125.
    Bajaj Pulsar NS125 – Standard features
    Excluding the single-channel ABS update, there are no other changes to Pulsar NS125. Powering the bike is a 124.45 cc, air-cooled, SOHC, DTS-i Ei engine that generates 12 PS and 11 Nm of torque. It is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox. The power output is slightly higher than all three rivals. Pulsar NS125 also leads in torque output, excluding only the TVS Raider which generates 11.2 Nm.
    Bajaj Pulsar NS125 ABS Variant Launched
    Bajaj Pulsar NS125 has 17-inch wheels at both ends. Suspension setup comprises telescopic forks at front and a mono-shock unit at the rear. Seat height is 805 mm, whereas ground clearance is 179 mm. The bike has a kerb weight of 144 kg. Tech kit includes a digital instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity. Users can access a range of information such as gear position indicator, real-time fuel economy, average fuel economy and distance-to-empty readout. More