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    Rajiv Bajaj To Hero MotoCorp At Bajaj CNG Bike Launch – Tiger Zinda Hain

    Nitin Gadkari, Rajiv Bajaj, Rakesh Sharma at the CNG Bike LaunchWith its Freedom 125 CNG bike, Bajaj can now effectively challenge the ‘fill it, shut it, forget it’ killer campaign of the 90sFortunes keep changing in the business world, as new competitors emerge and grab a larger market share. There are also occasions where an earlier dethroned leader may reclaim its lost glory. In the context of the long rivalry between Bajaj and Hero Honda in the commuter segment, it appears that the former may now have an upper hand with its Freedom 125 CNG motorcycle.Tiger Zinda Hain – says Rajiv BajajAt the Q&A session held during the launch of the world’s first CNG bike, some interesting facts and insights were revealed. One of the questions asked was about the reasons why a petrol bike user will switch to CNG. Responding to that, Rajiv Bajaj shared the complete story thus far.Bajaj Freedom 125 CNGIt was in the 1990s when Hero Honda had started winning the trust and confidence of users in the commuter segment. With reliable products such as CD100 and the promise of higher mileage, an increasing number of people started shifting from scooters to motorcycles. Rajiv mentions that a motorcycle with around 80 km/L mileage was naturally preferred by people over a scooter that gave only 40 km/L. It clearly indicates that fuel bills were an important decision-making factor for users in the commuter segment.Based on sales data, Rajiv points out that it was in 1997-1998 that Hero Honda overtook Bajaj in two-wheelers sales in the domestic market. It was a defining moment, as a new leader had emerged in the two-wheeler industry. The shift was so dramatic that Bajaj eventually had to close down its scooter business. Instead, the company started focusing on the motorcycle segment.Bajaj Freedom 125 CNGRemembering the old times, Rajiv mentions that the late Hero Honda Chairman Brijmohan Lall Munjal had called Bajaj as a wounded tiger. Munjal had asked its dealers to be careful of the wounded tiger. This was after Hero Honda had taken a lead over Bajaj in two-wheeler sales. Now, after around 30 years, Bajaj is in a position to avenge their loss against their primary rival.To describe the situation in typical Bollywood style, Rajiv Bajaj said that the message of Freedom 125 CNG bike 30 years later is “Tiger Zinda Hain”. Below is the Media QnA session recording from the Bajaj CNG launch. The story about Tiger Zinda Hain remark starts at about 27:30 mark.[embedded content]Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG – Truly a pioneering projectWhile it is difficult to predict consumer response, Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG motorcycle has significant potential. One is looking at certified mileage of over 100 km/L when the bike is running on CNG. Add to that the savings that will come from the lower cost of CNG vs. petrol. Across most locations, CNG is around Rs 15 to Rs 20 cheaper than petrol.Apart from the fuel cost savings, Freedom 125 CNG bike offers various other advantages. It is the world’s first hybrid CNG bike with petrol as a dual-fuel option. Users can seamlessly switch from CNG to petrol and vice-versa with just the press of a button. Other highlights include an extra-long seat, a unique mono-linked type suspension, advanced safety features, digital speedometer and Bluetooth connectivity. Pricing is also quite reasonable, starting at Rs 95,000. More

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    Hyundai Inster EV Price Leaks – KRW 31.5 m (Approx Rs 18.99 L) For Top Variant

    2024 Hyundai Inster EVWith localization, Hyundai Inster EV launch price in India will be much lower, starting at around Rs 10 lakhHyundai has plans to launch multiple new mass-market EVs in the coming years. The first of these will be the Creta EV, scheduled for 2025. It will be followed by Inster EV in 2026. Inster EV is based on the Casper sold across international markets. Ahead of its launch, prices have been revealed in South Korea.Inster EV prices revealedHyundai Inster Inspiration variant is available at a starting price of 31,493,670 KRW. At current exchange rates, that works out at Rs 18.99 lakh. Inster EV Inspiration Trim is equipped with a 49kWh lithium-ion battery pack. It has a WLTP certified range of 355 km. Standard variants of Inster EV will be equipped with a 42-kWh battery pack. This offers a range of 300 km.Hyundai Inster EV – Prices leak via official websiteHyundai is offering a number of personalization options at an additional cost. For example, the sunroof package will cost an additional 400,000 KRW (Rs 24,100). Similarly, users can choose from options such as Hyundai Smart Sense, Convenience Plus, Exterior Design, Parking Assist, Hi-Pass System, Interior Package (Two-tone) and Sound System. These are available in the price range of 200,000 KRW to 1,200,000 KRW (Rs 12,000 to Rs 72,400).Inster EV is designed for delivering impressive performance as well as ensuring energy efficiency. Presence of a regenerative braking system will ensure a higher range. Other key features include Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability, a 10.25-inch full LCD screen, 12-way power-adjustable driver seat and 8-way power-adjustable passenger seat. The EV has LED foot lamps, USB C-type fast charging port, premium sound system, surround view monitor and wireless phone charger. A comprehensive range of ADAS features are on offer.Hyundai Inster EV – Interior themes and variantsExterior and interior colour theme optionsUsers can choose from seven exterior colour options. It includes Atlas White, Cyber Gray Metallic, Shimmering Silver, Intense Blue, Deep Sea Blue, Abyss Black Pearl and Nocturne Gray Matte.Hyundai Inster EV – Official AccessoriesInterior colour theme options include Black One-tone (Synthetic Leather Seats), Beige/Khaki Brown Two-tone (Synthetic Leather Seats with Butter Yellow Accents) and Dark Gray One-tone (Synthetic Leather Seats with Pastel Orange Accents). With a wide range of exterior and interior colour theme options, Inster EV can target a larger segment of users.Inster EV official accessories revealedIn South Korea, Hyundai Inster EV will offer a comprehensive range of accessories. It includes a wide variety of roof rack options and camping equipment. Accessories for the cabin include various trays, organizers and a sleeping board. A range of pet accessories will also be offered with Inster EV.It is likely that Hyundai will manufacture Inster EV at the Sriperumbudur facility in Tamil Nadu. Annual EV production target is around 90,000 units per annum. Creta EV count will be around 26,000, whereas the Inster EV production will be around 65,000 units. Along with the domestic market, Hyundai will also target overseas locations with its India-made mass-market EVs. More

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    Two Wheeler Sales June 2024 – Hero, Honda, TVS, Bajaj, Suzuki, RE

    New Hero Splendor 01 Edition. Image – Dev MtrHero, Honda and TVS commanded the top 3 spots with an 80% combined market shareIn June 2024, the 6 leading two wheeler makers in India, Hero, Honda, TVS, Bajaj, Suzuki and Royal Enfield showed mixed performance. While positive domestic sales on a YoY basis were recorded, MoM sales fell marginally. Exports also showed better performance on a YoY basis but ended negatively MoM. Two wheeler domestic sales of these 6 leading OEMs reached a total of 15,44,157 units in June 2024, a 22.73% year-on-year (YoY) growth over 12,58,192 units sold in June 2023 relating to a 2,85,965 unit volume growth. MoM sales however saw a very marginal decline of 0.11% from 15,45,789 units sold in May 2024.Two Wheeler Sales June 2024 – Hero MotoCorp Leads Domestic SalesHero MotoCorp headed the list with 4,91,4156 units sold, a 16.24% YoY growth over 4,22,757 units sold in June 2023. It was also a 2.50% MoM improvement in sales as against 4,79,450 units sold in May 2024. The company noted strong demand for its Xtreme 125 and VIDA V1 models while the upcoming Destini scooter could take on competition aggressively in the 125cc segment.Two Wheeler Sales June 2024At No. 2, Honda two wheeler sales also showed YoY and MoM growth at 59.40% and 7.10% respectively to 4,82,597 units. Market share also improved from 29.15% held in May 2024 to 31.25% in the past month. In June 2024, TVS Motor saw an 8.44% YoY growth to 2,55,734 units while the company had sold 2,35,833 units in the same month last year. MoM sales however, suffered a setback as sales declined by 5.68% when compared to 2,71,140 units sold in May 2024.While Bajaj Auto (1,77,207 units) and Suzuki (71,086 units) each posted 6.56% and 12.73% YoY improvement in domestic YoY sales, both companies saw lower MoM performance, falling by 5.91% and 22.76% respectively. Bajaj Auto expects to see great results with the new Freedom, the world’s first CNG-powered bike, which is priced at Rs 95,000. On the other hand, Royal Enfield sales dropped 2.04% YoY but improved by 2.93% on a MoM basis to 66,117 units.Two Wheeler Sales June 2024Two Wheeler Exports June 2024 – Bajaj LeadsTwo wheeler exports in June 2024 ended on a positive note with a 2.53% YoY growth to 2,65,332 units, up from 2,58,790 units shipped in June 2023. MoM exports however faced some challenges and saw a decline by 9.27% when compared to 2,92,435 units exported in May 2024. Bajaj Auto was once again the highest exporter of two wheelers in June 2024 with 1,26,439 units shipped last month despite a marginal 0.72% YoY decline. Currently commanding a 47.65% share in terms of exports, the company saw its MoM performance improve by 7.94%.Two Wheeler Exports June 2024TVS exports dipped both YoY and MoM by 3.11% and 24.89% respectively to 66,434 units while Honda has reported a very strong YoY improvement in exports with a massive 69.67% YoY growth. Honda exported 36,202 units last month, up from 21,337 units sold in June 2023 while MoM shipments dipped 13.51%. Suzuki (17,201 units) and Hero (12,032 units) have both posted both YoY and MoM decline in exports while Royal Enfield exports grew on a MoM basis by 2.81% to 7,024 units.Two Wheeler Total (Sales + Exports) June 2024 – Honda LeadsTotal sales (domestic and export) figures reached 18,09,489 units, relating to an 19.28% increase from sales of 15,16,982 units in June 2023. However, this was offset by a decline of 1.56% compared to May 2024 figures which had stood at 18,38,224 units. Honda was at No.1 with 5,18,799 units sold in June 2024, a 60.08% YoY growth over 3,24,093 units sold in June 2023. In May 2024, it was Hero MotoCorp that was the No. 1 best seller with total sales of 4,98,123 units which improved to 5,03,448 units in the past month.Two Wheeler Total (Sales + Exports) June 2024Positive sales were also reported by TVS which improved by 5.84% on a YoY basis to 3,22,168 units but declined MoM by 10.41%. Bajaj Auto also showed affirmative total sales at 3,03,646 units, up 3.40% YoY but suffered a 0.60% MoM decline. It was also Suzuki that reported a 9.35% YoY growth but a massive 20.83% MoM decline in total sales to 88,287 units. Royal Enfield on the other hand, with a total of 73,141 units sold last month, saw a 5.15% YoY de-growth while MoM sales improved by 2.91%. These total sales figures show off better YoY sales of these 6 leading OEMs but lower MoM performance highlighting volatile market performance. More

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    Xiaomi SU7 Electric Car Showcased In India – 10th Anniversary Celebration

    Xiaomi SU7 ElectricXiaomi India is celebrating its 10th anniversary – As part of the celebrations, the company has showcased their first electric carXiaomi, a global tech leader, celebrated its 10-year anniversary in India by unveiling the Xiaomi SU7. This launch is a key part of their “Human x Car x Home” smart ecosystem, highlighting Xiaomi’s vision for a seamlessly integrated, intelligent future.Xiaomi Electric Car in IndiaXiaomi SU7 is the first electric car from the company. Xiaomi SU7 is a part of the company’s plans with global investment of US$ 10 billion in the automotive sector. In Chinese markets, this electric sedan, which commenced deliveries in March 2024, has already seen over 70,000 bookings with targets to deliver 1,00,000 units by the end of this year.Xiaomi SU7 ElectricWhere its styling is concerned, the SU7 has been developed in-house under the leadership of Sawyer Li – Xiaomi’s Head of Design, who has also been instrumental in the design of cars like the BMW iX and Circular Vision Concept, during his five-year stint with the German automaker prior to joining Xiaomi.This display is exclusively to test customer interest and gauge market dynamics of an electric model that rivals the Porsche Taycan and Audi e-tron GT in its segment. In Indian markets it will take on established electric models such as the BYD Seal EV, BMW i3, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV6.Xiaomi SU7 ElectricXiaomi SU7 electric sedan comes in three variants — SU7 standard, SU7 Pro and SU7 Max. It measures 4,997mm in length, 1,963mm in width and 1,455mm in height. It is positioned on a 3,000mm long wheelbase and comes in with a 105 liter front trunk called a frunk and a 517 liter boot at the rear offering abundant storage space. Its sleek exterior lines relate to better drag coefficient of 0.195 while Xiaomi also promises a high structural makeup for better safety.Xiaomi SU7 ElectricXiaomi SU7 comes in with the latest technology. It is offered with Xiaomi Pilot offered on the Pro and Max variants while it also sports one LiDAR, 11 HD cameras and NVIDIA Drive Orin computing platform.  It supports autonomous driving which can be activated for highway driving, self-parking and to summon the vehicle.Xiaomi SU7 ElectricThe cabin also exudes the latest in technology with a 16.1 inch 3K central console, 56 inch HUD display unit and 7.1 inch rotating dashboard. Passengers at the rear have access to two mounts for tablet devices. Air conditioning gets automatically activated and lights get switched on depending on location and time of day.Xiaomi SU7 – PerformanceXiaomi SU7 is presented in two versions of rear wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The rear wheel drive draws its power via a 400V electric motor with a rear mounted Hyper Engine V6 electric motor offering 295 hp power and 400 Nm torque. Acceleration from 0-100 km/h is achieved in 5.28 seconds. The all-wheel drive versions – SU7 Max is much more powerful with an 800 V architecture and dual electric motors offering 664 hp power and 838 Nm torque. Acceleration from 0-100 kmph is possible in a record time of 2.78 seconds. Top speed is at 265 km/h. Range is up to 800 kms.PS – The Xiaomi SU7 was brought to India solely for showcase purposes. It is not for sale in the Indian market. More

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    Maruti eVX Prod-Spec Headlights, Tail Lights Spotted For The First Time

    Maruti Suzuki eVX Production-spec HeadlightsWhen launched, Maruti Suzuki eVX will rival MG ZS EV and Mahindra XUV400 along with upcoming Tata Curvv EV, Hyundai Creta EV and othersSuzuki’s first electric vehicle, the eVX, is set to launch sometime in 2025 and the testing is going on in full swing. The engineering samples of eVX have been spotted on multiple occasions. Up until now, these mules donned make-shift temporary headlights and tail lights, while production-spec lighting has just been finalised, revealed by recent spy shots.Maruti Suzuki eVX Production-Spec LightingIndia’s largest car manufacturer, Maruti Suzuki, used to be known for small, light affordable hatchbacks. The narrative has changed in the recent past with vehicles marketed under ‘Utility’ tag having gained centre stage. Suzuki is developing its maiden EV and it takes the shape of an SUV too.Maruti Suzuki eVX Production-Spec LightingCalled eVX, it has been testing both in India and globally for the past year. These test mules showed a lot about the Maruti Suzuki eVX and painted quite a picture in our minds. It adheres to the Suzuki eVX concept showcased in January 2023. Launch is likely to happen in 2025 and India will be a market as well as a production and hub.However, the test mules spotted here in India and abroad didn’t have final production-spec lighting elements. In this sense, they used temporary makeshift projector headlights with exposed halogen tail lights. The new test mules spotted in Southern Europe show production-spec headlights and tail lights.Maruti Suzuki eVX Production-spec Tail LightsThese headlights have LEDs in them, unlike the old temporary headlights seen in previous test mules. Main LED headlights are housed in a projector and the LED DRL signature seems to float above and below this projector. This LED DRL signature seems to be complementing the overall fascia that also has an X-shape design.Tail lights are finalised too and are LEDs. Overall signature is similar to what we saw in Suzuki eVX concept. Top LED in tail lights is likely to connect with the other one with an LED light bar. This particular test mule, however, didn’t possess the new production-spec alloy wheel design we saw with latest spy shots in India.Maruti Suzuki eVX New Alloys Spied In IndiaWhat else do we know so far?Apart from new lighting elements, recent test mules don’t reveal anything new. Something interesting. Say, a rear electric motor. Sadly, that’s not the case. However, speculations suggest there may be a dual-motor AWD variant with eVX along with a single-motor FWD layout option.Both are likely to draw power from a 60 kWh battery, promising around 500 km of range on a single charge. Interiors are fairly premium, befitting of a global car. A floating centre console, large infotainment screen, 360-degree camera, charging port on front-left quarter panel are some of the notable attributes.Source More

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    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Walkaround Render – New Yellow Colour Spied

    Royal Enfield Guerrilla 3D RenderUpon launch, Guerrilla 450 will take on rivals such as Speed 400, CB300R, Mavrick 440, X440, Pulsar NS400Z and 390 DukeAiming for more traction in the 450cc segment, Royal Enfield will be launching the Guerrilla 450 on 17th July. Recent spy shots have revealed quite a few details about the bike. A digital 3D render with 360° view provides a better idea about the bike’s overall look and feel. The digital 3D render is credited to TrippleLines.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 3D Render3D render reveals a sporty, agile machineWhile Himalayan 450 can feel a bit bulky with its off-roading gear and larger wheels, Guerrilla 450 has nimble characteristics. A similar design approach was followed with the Hunter 350, which has worked out extremely well. Hunter is currently the second best selling Royal Enfield bike in India. Preferences of the younger generation are more in favour of easily manoeuvrable bikes, something that reflects in new products like Hunter and Guerrilla.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 3D RenderRoyal Enfield Guerrilla 450 has a sharp profile, as evident in the 3D render. Some of the key features include circular headlamp and rear-view mirrors, fork gaiters, sculpted fuel tank, rugged engine cowl, a single piece seat and upswept exhaust. The bike has 17-inch wheels at both ends, shod with road-biased tyres. Both ends have disc brakes and dual-channel will be available as standard.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 3D RenderWith a low seat height, Guerrilla 450 can cater to the needs of a wide segment of users. Ergonomics are fairly comfortable with the wide handlebar and centrally mounted footpegs. The bike is built for urban streets, but can also handle mild off-road trails.[embedded content]Base variant will be equipped with a semi-digital instrument screen and a Tripper Screen. This setup is the same as that of Super Meteor. Top-spec variant will be getting the TFT Tripper Dash from Himalayan 450. It is the world’s first circular full-map navigation system based on Google Maps platform. With the Royal Enfield app, users can access music, calls and various other functions.Royal Enfield Guerrilla New Yellow ColourGuerrilla 450 new colours revealedA few days back, spy shots had revealed a single-tone Matte Grey and a dual-tone Red-Gold colour options for Guerrilla 450. The single-tone colour will be available with the base variant, whereas the dual-tone option will be exclusive with the top model. New colours spy shots are credited to Bullet Guru.Royal Enfield Guerrilla New Yellow ColourNow, a new yellow shade has also been revealed for Guerrilla 450. Apart from the colour, this yellow variant also gets distinctive checkered-flag graphics on the fuel tank. Among the three colour choices, the yellow one seems the most attractive. Many enthusiasts have also expressed their liking for the yellow Guerrilla.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 ColoursAnother unique aspect of this variant is that the yellow shade has been used only on the fuel tank and rear tail section. This creates a more exciting contrast with the blacked-out parts. In comparison, the other two colour options have the respective shades applied on the front fender as well. More colour options could be introduced for Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 in the future. More

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    2024 Mercedes EQA, EQB Electric SUVs Launch Price Rs 66 Lakh – Specs, Range Compared

    New Mercedes EQA and EQB electric SUVs launched in IndiaMercedes-Benz EQA Electric SUV is positioned below the EQB in the company lineup – It is the most affordable Mercedes EV at launch price of Rs 66 lakhMercedes Benz has launched two new electric SUVs in India today. The EQA and EQB have been launched, thus taking the company’s BEV count to 4 after the EQE and EQS launched earlier. Bookings for the EQA have already commenced and deliveries are set to commence from later this year or early 2025.Mercedes-Benz EQA Launched in IndiaMercedes EQA is priced at Rs 66 lakh (ex-showroom), thus making it the most affordable electric car in the Mercedes Portfolio. The Facelift EQB 7-seater SUV on the other hand is priced at Rs 70.90 lakh. The Mercedes EQA is positioned below the EQB in the company lineup, making it the most affordable EV.2024 Mercedes EQAMercedes EQA is presented in a single 250+ trim with FWD. It boasts of crossover styling with a distinctive front grille with the Mercedes Star emblem, a full width light bar and silver roof rails. It also gets a panoramic sunroof and black body cladding. Dimensions stand 4,463 mm in length, 1,834 mm in width, and 1,624 mm in height with a wheelbase of 2,729 mm. It is presented in a range of 7 colour options of Polar White, Cosmos Black, High-tech Silver, Mountain Grey, Spectral Blue, MANUFAKTUR Patagonia Red and a new MANUFAKTUR Mountain Grey Magno. Each of these colour options come with a contrasting glossy black roof.New Mercedes EQA vs EQB electric SUVThe interiors are finished with quality features among which are back lit star patterns on dashboard and door panels. Cupertino leatherette upholstery, three spoke steering wheel, dual zone climate controls and digital driver display. It also gets a 10.25 inch touchscreen with OS, a 710W 12 speaker Burmester sound system with Dolby Atmos and a range of safety equipment with 360 degree camera, 7 airbags and ADAS.2024 Mercedes EQAMercedes EQA is powered by a 70.5 kWh battery pack offering 190 hp power and 385 Nm torque. Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is achieved in 8.6 seconds while top speed is at 160 km/h. The battery supports fast charging via a 100 kWh DC charger being achieved in 35 minutes upto 80% and via a standard charger in 7 hours 15 minutes to a 100% charge. Rivals of the new Mercedes EQA include the Volvo XC40 Recharge, C40 Recharge and BMW iX1.Mercedes-Benz EQB Facelift LaunchedAlong with the Mercedes EQA, the company has also introduced the Mercedes EQB facelift. Mercedes EQB Facelift is presented in two variants. These include the 5-seater EQB 350 4Matic priced at Rs 77.5 lakh and a 7-seater EQB 250+ which is priced at Rs 70.9 lakh. This is a deviation from its earlier counterpart that was exclusively offered in a 7 seater configuration only.2024 Mercedes EQBMercedes EQB facelift sees several feature updates. It gets a new front end with signature Star pattern, revised bumpers and new full width LED tail lamps towards the rear. The MQB SUV rides on 19 inch AMG alloy wheels. It also gets spruced up interiors with and MUBX infotainment system, 710W Burmester sound system with Dolby Atmos, dual zone automatic climate control while safety is via 7 airbags and Level 2 ADAS.2024 Mercedes EQBPowertrain specifications on the EQB 250+ includes a 70.5kWh battery with a single electric motor offering 190hp power and 385Nm torque. The EQB 350 4Matic on the other hand sports a dual-motor setup with all-wheel drive, capable of 292hp power and 520Nm torque allowing for acceleration from 0-100kph in 6.2 seconds. Battery charging via the smaller unit allows for a 10-80% charge in 32-35 minutes while the 350 4Matic can be charged via an 11 kW AC charger in 6 hours 45 minutes.  2024 Mercedes EQBThe unique positioning of the new Mercedes MQB sees it facing no direct rivals in its segment in India. The five-seater and seven-seater come in with claimed ranges of 447 kms and 535 kms respectively. Deliveries are scheduled to commence from January 2025. Mercedes also plans launch of EQS Maybach SUV and electrified G-Class models in India later this year. More

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    Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono Launch Price Rs 16.5 Lakh – RVE Arrival Later

    Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono LaunchedDucati Hypermotard 698 Mono debuts company’s new Superquadro Mono 659cc single cylinder liquid-cooled engine that makes 77.5 bhp and 63 NmOne of the most anticipated bikes from Ducati has finally launched in India. We’re talking about Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono, which is debuting the company’s new Superquadro Mono engine. Adhering to Supermoto genre, Ducati Hypermotard 698 Mono will soon revv the hearts of enthusiasts in India.Ducati Hypermotard 698 MonoInterestingly, Ducati India has priced Hypermotard 698 Mono at Rs 16.5 lakh, which came as a surprise considering Hypermotard 950 RVE, the L-twin engine equipped motorcycle, costs Rs 50,000 less. That is because Hypermotard 698 is a full import brought as a CBU from either Italy or Thailand.Ducati Hypermotard 698 MonoNot only is Hypermotard 698 Mono a single-cylinder engine, as the name suggests, but it also doesn’t even get a quick shifter as standard. A standard quick shifter is offered with Hypermotard 698 RVE, which will arrive at a later date, for additional cost, of course.Ducati has announced that the new Hypermotard 698 Mono will be on display at their official dealerships starting today. Deliveries of Hypermotard 698 Mono will commence by the end of July. There is only one colour option with Hypermotard 698 Mono – Ducati Red.Ducati Hypermotard 698 MonoDesign is unmistakably Ducati, falling under their Hypermotard range of Supermoto style motorcycles. Distinct Ducati design, sophisticated electronic package, lightweight chassis, and comfortable ergonomics, muscular double exhaust design, Y-shaped alloy wheels, front beak, LED headlights with double C-shape signature are some of the notable attributes of a Hypermotard 698 Mono.Record-breaking Superquadro Mono engineMain highlight, however, is its Superquadro Mono engine. Unlike what the bike’s name suggests, this single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine displaces 659cc and kicks out 77.5 bhp and 63 Nm, making it the most powerful single-cylinder engine in the world. Notable componentry include Marzocchi USD front forks, Sachs mono-shock rear, single disc setup at either end with Brembo M4.32 callipers at the front and more.New Ducati Single Cylinder EngineAll these are mounted on a steel trellis frame and it also gets a fancy aluminium swingarm. There are a few electronic rider aids as well, in the form of ABS Cornering, Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Wheelie Control, Engine Brake Control, and Ducati Power Launch.Statement from Ducati IndiaCommenting on the launch, Bipul Chandra, Managing Director, Ducati India, said, “The Hypermotard 698 Mono embodies the unbridled thrill of motorcycling in its purest form. This is more than just a machine; it’s a declaration of individuality. Ducati’s engineering prowess is on full display with the world’s most powerful single-cylinder engine, a masterpiece of performance that delivers exhilarating power with every twist of the throttle.Ducati Hypermotard 698 MonoIt now comfortably sits at the pinnacle of a segment which is not the most popular in our country, but we are committed to launch all new Ducati models in India, especially the ones as special and technologically advanced as the Hypermotard 698 Mono!” More