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    Yamaha Sales Breakup Jul 2022 – FZ, R15, MT15, Fascino, RayZR

    Yamaha has reported a YoY and MoM growth in July 2022 both in terms of domestic sales and exportsNew Yamaha MT15Yamaha Motor India has seen outstanding growth in terms of sales over the past month. Domestic sales increased by 13.72 percent YoY to 54,666 units from 48,071 units sold in July 2021. MoM sales also improved by 4.93 percent from 52,099 units sold in June 2022. Exports on the other hand saw a 5.45 percent YoY growth to 27,734 units in July 2022, up from 26,300 units sold in July 20921. MoM exports were higher by 6.15 percent from 26,128 units shipped in June 2022.This took total sales (domestic + exports) to 82,400 units in July 2022, up 10.80 percent from 74,371 units sold in July 2021 relating to an 8,029 unit volume growth. MoM sales improved by 5.33 percent from 78,227 units sold in June 2022 with a 4,173 unit volume growth. Earlier this month, Yamaha has announced a price hike across its motorcycle and scooter range. The price hike varies according to model and variants and ranges from Rs 1,000 to Rs 2,300.Yamaha Sales July 2022Yamaha FZ topped the domestic sales list with 18,988 units sold in the past month, up 5.10 percent from 18,066 units sold in July 2021. This was a 922 unit volume growth with 34.73 percent share. FZ sales dipped on a MoM basis by 1.64 percent from 19,305 units sold in June 2022.R15 sales increased YoY by 28.56 percent and MoM by 12.35 percent to 9,359 units with share percentage increasing from 15.99 percent held in June 2022 to 17.12 percent in the past month. Sales growth was also reported for the Yamaha RayZR by 14.04 percent to 8,043 units in July 2022, up from 7,053 units sold in July 2021. MoM sales however, dipped marginally by 0.59 percent from 8,091 units sold in June 2022.Yamaha India Sales July 2022 vs July 2021 (YoY)Fascino sales fell 1.60 percent YoY but increased 18.42 percent MoM to 9,373 units while there was increased demand for the Yamaha MT15 in July 2022 to 8,380 units, up 57.64 percent from 5,316 units sold in July 2021. MoM sales also improved 7.64 percent from 7,785 units sold in June 2022. Sales de-growth was seen on YoY and MoM basis for the Yamaha FZ25 to 523 units in July 2022 down 37.06 percent from 831 units sold in July 2021. There had been 673 units sold in June 2022 leading to a 22.29 percent MoM de-growth.Yamaha India Sales and Exports July 2022Yamaha Exports July 2022Yamaha Motor India also reported outstanding sales to global markets in July 2022. Most of the models posted a YoY de-growth but exports were boosted by MT15 that grew by 7966.67 percent YoY. The list was topped by Yamaha FZ that posted an 11.75 percent YoY de-growth to 10,992 units, down from 12,455 units sold in July 2021. MoM exports improved 10.43 percent from 9,954 units sold in June 2022.YD125 saw a YoY growth of 92.11 percent to 3,750 units in July 2021 from 1,950 units sold in the same month of the previous year. MoM sales fell 16.67 percent from 4,500 units shipped in June 2022. The list also included Ray ZR with a YoY and MoM de-growth to 3,252 units. Cruz sales improved YoY and MoM to 4,792 units while there were 1,944 units of the FZ25 shipped in the past month relating to a 21.73 percent YoY de-growth but a 24.29 percent MoM improvement.Yamaha India Sales July 2022 vs Jun 2022 (MoM)Yamaha R15 exports were at 1,148 units, up 19.33 percent YoY and 32.26 percent MoM while SZ and Saluto exports dipped YoY and MoM to 1,000 units and 520 units respectively. There was also a 7966.67 percent growth seen in exports of the MT15 to 242 units from just 3 units shipped in July 2021 but a 24.84 percent MoM de-growth from 322 units shipped in June 2022. Yamaha also exported 104 units of the Fascino in the past month while exports of the Saluto RX and Alpha were at 0 units each. More

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    2020-2022 Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride Recalled Over Fire Risk

    Hyundai is recalling 245,030 Palisades and Kia is recalling 36,417 Tellurides—all 2020–2022 models—due to a fire risk. Both automakers are also ordering a stop-sale on affected models, according to a NHTSA consumer alert.The fire risk stems from a possible electrical short circuit caused by debris or moisture accumulating inside the tow-hitch harness module. Hyundai and Kia are still finalizing repair plans, but until the issue is resolved, owners are asked to park outside and away from buildings.Over 280,000 Hyundai Palisades and Kia Tellurides from the 2020—2022 model years are being recalled due to potentially faulty tow-hitch harnesses that can cause a fire while the SUVs are parked or driving. Hyundai and Kia today also issued a stop-sale on affected models at dealers and processing centers that haven’t been sold, per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).According to separate filings yesterday with NHTSA, Hyundai reported that about 245,030 Palisades are affected, and Kia reported that about 36,417 Tellurides are affected. Both reports indicate the fire risk stems from an electrical short circuit that can happen when debris or moisture accumulates on the printed circuit board for the tow-hitch harness module. The harness may have been installed as original equipment or as an accessory through a dealer. Hyundai confirmed details of the recall to Car and Driver, but Kia hasn’t yet responded to a request for comment.

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    Hyundai and Kia are still currently finalizing plans for the fix. In the meantime, both automakers are advising owners of affected vehicles to park outside and away from buildings until the recall is addressed. In its NHTSA report, Hyundai states that owners can continue driving their Palisades and describes plans to remove the fuse for the tow-hitch module as an extra measure of protection.So far, Hyundai hasn’t reported any fires, crashes, or injuries in the U.S. related to the recall. However, it has confirmed eight cases where melting has occurred. Likewise, Kia hasn’t reported any crashes or injuries, but it did confirm five cases of melting and one fire.Hyundai plans to notify dealers and owners on October 17, 2022. Kia plans to notify dealers about the recall on October 10, 2022, and it plans to notify owners on October 14, 2022. More

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    1300-HP Shelby Mustang GT500 Code Red Takes Limited Edition to the Limit

    Shelby American announced a limited production run of a 1300-horsepower variant of the Ford Mustang GT500, named the GT500 Code Red.Shelby will build 30 total examples of the Code Red, 10 for each of the 2020 through 2022 model years. The Code Red will not be street legal and is designed with straight-line speed in mind. Prices start at $209,995 before factoring in the required donor car. Shelby American unveiled the GT500 Code Red at the Woodward Dream Cruise in Detroit this past weekend. The limited-production model is based on the current-generation Mustang GT500, but Sthelby pulled the supercharger off the 5.2-liter V8- and replaced it with a pair of turbochargers. The engine was re-engineered by Nelson’s Racing Engines and fitted with a dual-feed fuel system, allowing blends of racing fuel when needed. Engine cooling capacity was increased to handle the extra heat. When driving the Code Red using 93-octane gas from the pump, it will produce over 1000 horsepower and 780 pound-feet of torque. When using E85, the Code Red’s will make as much as 1300 horsepower with torque moving up over 1000 pound-feet.

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    Shelby American was up front about the performance of the Code Red, saying: “While not street legal, it’s very capable at moderate speeds in most any curve. But when the turbos spool up, the car is best enjoyed moving straight ahead.” Further modifications include a stronger transmission to hold the increased power, a one-piece driveshaft, Shelby/Baer brakes and rotors, and 20-inch wheels in front with Pirelli P Zero tires and Nitto NY555R drag radials in back.

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    On top of the numerous performance upgrades, the Code Red will have a widebody kit for bigger tires, a new interior, new badging, and a carbon-fiber hood. Shelby will take up to 10 GT500s from 2020, 2021, and 2022, with production capped at 30 total. If you are interested in owning one of the 30, be prepared to spend. The package starts at $209,995 which does not include the over $80,000 price tag of the donor car.
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    350cc Motorcycle Sales July 2022 – Classic, Meteor, Bullet, CB350

    350cc motorcycle sales increased substantially on a YoY basis while MoM sales dipped both in domestic and export marketsRoyal Enfield 350cc Custom By Eimor350cc motorcycles sales and exports grew in July 2022 up 17.06 percent and 109.69 percent respectively over July 2021. De-growth was seen on a MoM basis both where domestic sales and exports were concerned.YoY sales of motorcycles in the 350cc segment in July 2022 saw domestic sales at 44,521 units while exports were at 5,542. This was against 38,034 units sold in domestic markets while 2,643 units were exported during the month of July 2021. MoM sales on the other hand, dipped 4.14 percent in domestic markets from 46,446 units sold in July 2022, while exports fell 26.88 percent over 7,579 units shipped in June 2022.350cc Motorcycle Sales July 2022Royal Enfield Classic 350 led the segment with 23,223 units sold in July 2022. This was a 37.50 percent YoY growth over 16,890 units sold in July 2021. Classic 350 commanded a 52.16 percent share. MoM sales dipped 8.66 percent from 25,425 units sold in June 2022 when share percentage stood at 54.74. Noting high demand for this 350cc model, Royal Enfield has launched new Hunter 350.At No. 2 was the Meteor 350 which has seen both YoY and MoM de-growth. Sales which had stood at 8,777 units in July 2021 dipped 7.85 percent to 8,088 units in July 2022. This was a 689 unit volume de-growth with an 18.17 percent share. MoM sales fell 6.44 percent from 8,645 units sold in June 2022. Royal Enfield had the Bullet 350 in a No. 3 position on this list with YoY de-growth of 8.45 percent to 6,530 units, down from 7,133 units sold in July 2021. This was a 603 unit dip in volumes while it commanded a 14.67 percent share on this list. MoM sales performance was better with a 10.81 percent growth over 5,893 units sold in June 2022.350cc Motorcycle Sales July 2022Electra 350 on the other hand saw a YoY increase in domestic sales in July 2022 to 3,853 units, up from 2,949 units sold in July 2021 leading to a 30.65 percent growth. Performance on a MoM basis was not as good as sales dipped 11.69 percent from 4,363 units sold in June 2022. Royal Enfield currently commands over 80 percent market share, which could increase over the next couple of months with the new Hunter 350.Honda CB 350 was at No. 5 on this list with sales of 2,827 units in July 2022, up 23.72 percent from 2,285 units sold in July 2021. This was a 542 unit volume growth with a 6.35 percent share. MoM sales also increased 33.35 percent from 2,120 units sold in June 2022. Also on the list was Jawa Yezdi with retail sales at 2,971 units, up 16.24 percent over 2,556 units sold in July 2021. It was however a MoM de-growth of 9.81 percent from 3,294 units sold in June 2022.350cc Motorcycle Exports July 2022It was the RE Meteor 350cc that led export markets. Sales stood at 2,844 units in July 2022, up 63.73 percent from 1,737 units sold in July 2021. The Meteor commands a 51.32 percent share. MoM exports however, dipped 18.44 percent from 3,487 units shipped in June 2022 with share percentage at 46.01.350cc Motorcycle Exports July 2022Increased demand was seen for the Classic 350 up 2666.15 percent on a YoY basis from 65 units shipped in July 2021 to 1,798 units in the past month. This was a 1,733 unit volume growth with a 32.44 percent share. When compared to 2,592 units shipped in June 2022, it was a 30.63 percent MoM de-growth.Honda CB 350 saw exports rise 7.02 percent YoY to 900 units in July 2022, up from 841 units sold in July 2021. MoM shipments however, fell 40 percent from 1,500 units shipped in June 2022. Bullet 350 and Electra 350 exports were at 0 units in July 2022 even as there had been 5 units of the Electra shipped in July 2021. More

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    New Electric Rickshaw With Honda Battery Packs – Powered By Tork Motors

    Componentry for Lith Pwr Mobility’s e-PRO is sourced from Tork Motors and Honda Power Pack Energy India Pvt LtdLith Pwr Mobility Launches Electric 3Ws in IndiaRight now, you might have seen that most 3W auto rickshaws are run by either petrol or diesel. Yes, there are CNG ones too and slowly, electric auto rickshaws are creeping up too. But still, petrol and diesel still dominate this segment. Contributing to air pollution and sound pollution.Last mile connectivity services are just as important as intracity public transport and hence this is an important segment. So, Lith Pwr Mobility PVT LTD has launched e-PRO electric 3W rickshaws in India under the EEEVV brand. That’s the brand, okay? So, do two more Es and one extra V make a better EV?Lith Pwr e-PRO Electric 3W RickshawLith Pwr Mobility and EEEVV were so keen on establishing the fact that they had sourced their componentry from well-known OEMs like Tork Motors and Honda Power Pack Energy India, that they seem to have forgotten to establish its product’s very name. I kid you not. A name is not mentioned anywhere. But the front of electric rickshaws says e-PRO and that is likely to be its name or the name of the series.On this occasion, Manish Agarwal, Founder of Lith Pwr said, “With the support of our associate partners who have vast expertise & experience in electric automotive, we are contributing to nation building. At the same time, the three-wheeler (auto-rickshaw) industry is considered a major source of pollution in last mile connectivity services. Our mission is to provide eco-friendly rides for daily commutes in metro cities with zero downtime on a swappable battery pack.”These electric rickshaws get powertrain from Tork Motors and Honda’s swappable battery packsUnder this partnership, powertrain for electric 3-wheelers will be sourced from Tork Motors’ & Honda will provide the battery swapping solution. Commercial operations benefit from the fact that cities like Bengaluru already host multiple swapping stations. Lith Pwr Mobility claims that it has already executed its pilot project in Thane, Maharashtra in 2021 itself.Lith Pwr electric 3W gets an axial flux motor from Tork and it is supported by CAN Bus-based controllers boasting an overall efficiency of 94%. It also gets a 2-speed gearbox that offers flexibility too. This partnership promotes battery swapping policies by NITI Aayog. This e-PRO electric 3W benefits from quality componentry from Tork & Honda to jointly provide the most advanced technology and highest efficiency for the Electric 3-wheeler segment.CompetitionRight now, if we look at the electric 3W segment, YC Electric Vehicles dominate by a small margin. YC products are not properly homologated as 3W rickshaws and come off as an after-thought. Then comes Mahindra with its Treo range of electric 3W which is designed from the ground up by a mainstream manufacturer. We should also see Bajaj’s RE EV electric 3W rickshaw soon enough.Lith Pwr Mobility and EEEVV have a lot of competition to tackle and establish themselves. But, given the swappable battery from Honda and powertrain from Tork, e-PRO looks like an attractive option in the sea of electric 3W startups. Also, swappable battery tech is looking like the future of last mile connectivity, B2B platforms, intracity transportation and intracity logistics too.  More

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    2023 TVS Apache 160cc Spied For First Time – New Exhaust, Features

    TVS Apache RTR 160 is already the most powerful bike in the segment and is very performant with TVS’ racing pedigree2023 TVS Apache 160ccEver since the updates Apache RTR 160 4V received last year, TVS Motor has been quiet for a while. But now, the company seems to be making some noise again in the form of 2023 Apache RTR 4V. It is one of the most performance-oriented machines in this segment and given TVS’ racing pedigree, it is quite a sporty boy in its segment.The 160cc motorcycle segment is one of the hottest right now as we are witnessing more and more entrants. This segment offers a decent balance between 150cc and 180cc segments. Manufacturers are taking advantage of this segment’s potential to the fullest by launching more products. But OG players of this segment have to better themselves to stay in the game.2023 TVS Apache 160cc SpiedStaying relevant in the segment is exactly what TVS seems to be doing. 2023 Apache RTR 160 4V seems to be following this principle and is likely to get minor changes. In terms of design, Apache RTR 160 4V is a good-looking machine except for its face. Headlight design looks like the face of a Decepticon who’s angry at the bottom and happy at the top with smiling eyebrows.Except for that, though, everything else is bang on the money. It has the right amount of funky, sporty and also maturity about it. Same design will be carried over to 2023 Apache RTR 160 4V as well. In terms of changes, not a lot has changed. Okay, nothing has changed apart from a new exhaust.2023 TVS Apache 160cc – New ExhaustBut there are speculations in place that it might be a prototype exhaust and production model will get the same exhaust unit as outgoing model does. But 2023 TVS Apache 160 can also get this exact exhaust which might be more of a free-flow design. The changes likely are in engine. The outgoing model has a screamer of an engine and lacks a bottom-end punch. So, with tuning and tweaking the engine slightly, TVS can easily fix that. Also likely are the same set of colours too, a Matte Black and Racing Red.Specs & Features2023 TVS Apache 160 will get the same features like ride modes namely Urban, Sport, and Rain. It will also get a gear shift indicator, a radial rear tyre, GTT (Glide Through Traffic), a one-touch start and a wave bite ignition key. It’s instrument console is equipped with TVS’ SmartXonnect Bluetooth connectivity system that offers a wide range of features too.Engine will still be the same 159.7cc single-cylinder engine producing 17.39 bhp and a peak torque of 14.73 Nm. It is paired with a 5-speed gearbox. 2023 model will get a slightly different character, though. Suspension units are the same telescopic forks at front and a mono-shock at its rear.With the recent launch of Bajaj Pulsar N160, and incredibly agile Hero Xtreme 160R, this is a tough segment. Apart from the above, 2023 TVS Apache 160cc will also compete with Pulsar NS160, and Honda X-Blade. With new model, we can also expect a slight price hike too. As changes are negligible, a launch is likely in coming months.Source More

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    Upcoming Hero 300cc Motorcycles Spied Up Close – New Spy Shots

    Hero MotoCorp seems to be launching 300 cc versions of all of its current 200 cc bikesUpcoming Hero Motorcycles 300cc segmentHero has been synonymous with budget commuters in India crashing sales charts month after month like a pawn in a chess game. But at the upper end of its price spectrum, Hero doesn’t enjoy much action like say, Royal Enfield enjoys. Currently, Hero has XPulse 200 off-roader, 200T tourer which will soon get a 4V head and Xtreme 200S.It is not that Hero doesn’t know how to make faired bikes or ADVs. Hero had the Karizma ZMR on which Hritik Roshan nullifies a freaking tornado with a 20 bhp bike weighing 157 kg. I mean, it was corny. But hey, we’re Indians and we love corny stuff.Hero also had the brilliant Impulse 150 ADV with 245mm ground clearance. With XPulse 200, Hero has taken its off-roading game literally a notch above with recently launched Rally Edition. So, they have a pedigree and with the upcoming 300cc platform, Hero is likely to shine bright. Also, Hero gets its pricing spot on, pretty much every time and a vast dealer network with maintenance costing peanuts doesn’t hurt either.Upcoming Hero 300cc MotorcyclesWhen Hero launched its 200cc platform, XPulse 200 off-roader rose to fame instantly owing to its brilliance. 200T tourer and Xtreme 200S didn’t receive much love from Indians as they were not as appealing as the former. But with 300cc platform Hero should work on making all three products equally appealing.Upcoming Hero Motorcycles 300cc segmentLast time, we saw three Hero motorcycles on test which was just two before. New set of spy shots also has three test mules and confirms that Hero is set to launch XPulse 300 Off-roader, 300T dual-sport and Xtreme 300S sport bike. Hero’s developments come at a time when mid-size segment is seeing steady growth with Royal Enfield leading the sales charts.Currently, XPulse 200T gets alloy wheels and mostly looks like a naked bike. But looking at the XPulse 300T, it seems to get a bikini fairing like we saw with Bajaj AS series and also a small front beak. It gets spoked wheels instead of alloys on 200T and gets block pattern tyres that are fatter than XPulse 300 off-roader. It also seems to get a stubby exhaust which is a lot smaller than XPulse 300 off-roader.Coming to the star of this show, we have an XPulse 300 off-roader which is what I’d bet my money on. It gets a split seat layout and looks like a much more substantial product in terms of size. It also seems to get a space frame like Himalayan to mount jerry cans. The tyres are skinnier than 300T and are visually a much taller machine. But the front wheel doesn’t look to be 21” as seen on XPulse 200. It might just be the angle in the picture, though. Take a look at the spy video below, credited to Unboxing Oneself.[embedded content][embedded content]Xtreme 300S Sports BikeComing to Xtreme 300S, it seems to embody the spirit of Karizma ZMR instead of 200S. We say this because Karizma ZMR was a thicc boi with a fat fairing. It was disproportionate from most angles too. 300S has a big fairing too, but it doesn’t look disproportionate as the bigger platform gets fatter wheels and other components. It is the only one to get alloy wheels too.When it comes to similarities between all three test mules, they have a few. For starters, let’s cover ‘first for a Hero’ components which are a trellis frame, a 300cc engine with around 30 bhp and 25 Nm, a 6-speed gearbox, liquid cooling, and front USD forks, to name a few. Other notable updates include a larger and squarish display for instrumentation and we can expect slightly better switchgear too. All three of these bikes will lock horns with similar motorcycles from TVS, Bajaj, Royal Enfield, Jawa, Yezdi and more. More

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    New Bajaj Pulsar Spied Testing – Is It 125cc Or 150cc ?

    After launching biggest 250cc Pulsar and new-gen N160, Bajaj is in the process of introducing similar design aesthetics across the Pulsar rangeNew Bajaj Pulsar N125 or New 150cc?It is likely that the next in line to get cosmetic updates and possibly some performance boost will be the bestselling Pulsar motorcycles. In that sense, the preferred candidates will be Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150. As of now, more than 80% of overall Pulsar motorcycle sales are contributed by smaller capacity Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150. The former is the largest contributor with more than 50% share in Pulsar sales.A test mule spotted recently can be seen with front and rear disc brakes. This increases the likelihood of Pulsar 150. As compared to existing Pulsar 150 that has dual gas filled rear shock absorber, the test mule can be seen with monoshock rear suspension.This feature is already available with NS125. Another key difference can be seen in the underbelly exhaust, as compared to a standard-looking upswept exhaust used with current Pulsar 150.New Pulsar N125 and Pulsar 150 featuresWhile test mules of N125 / new-gen Pulsar 150 have been spotted wearing heavy camouflage, it is easy to notice that the core design language is similar to Pulsar 250 and N160. Some of the key features include aggressive headlamp design, sporty rear view mirrors, beefy tank shrouds, telescopic front forks, prominent engine cowl, sleek turn signals and sharp tail section.New Bajaj Pulsar N125 or New 150cc?While Pulsar 250 and N160 and even NS125 have split-seat design, it is likely that Pulsar N125 and new-gen Pulsar 150 will be getting a single-piece seat. NS125 already has an underbelly exhaust, which will be visually largely the same with N125. Both N125 and new-gen Pulsar 150 will have a comfortable riding stance, with centrally placed foot pegs and ergonomically placed handlebar.Pulsar N125, Pulsar 150 performanceIt is possible that engines for N125 and Pulsar 150 can be updated, as per new architecture used for Pulsar 250. Recently launched N160 also utilizes an updated engine that offers improved reliability and faster acceleration.It has segment-best torque availability and fastest passing acceleration in 3rd, 4th and 5th gear. Gear shifts have been smoothened and noise and vibrations have been reduced. Similar set of improvements can be expected with the Pulsar N125 and new Pulsar 150.New Bajaj Pulsar N125 or New 150cc?When launched, Pulsar N125 will work as a replacement for current NS125. In its current format, NS125 generates 12 PS of max power at 8,500 rpm and 11 Nm of peak torque at 7,000 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh transmission. In case of Pulsar 150, power and torque output is 14 PS and 13.25 Nm.Sensing more opportunities in 125cc segment, Bajaj is also readying CT125X. It will be a sportier version of the entry-level CT motorcycle, with features like rugged headlamp design with metal guards, V-shaped DRL, fork gaiters, tank pads, quilted seat design and rear rack. Engine could be same as the upcoming Pulsar N125. Launch price of Bajaj CT125X is likely to be around Rs 80k. It will take on rivals such as Hero Glamour, Hero Super Splendor, Honda Shine and Honda SP125.Source More