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2022 Yamaha Crosser 150 Adv Motorcycle LaunchedInternationally, Yamaha Crosser 150 will serve as a perfect rival to the recently launched Honda CB150X
After Honda, it’s time for its Japanese counterpart Yamaha to set foot in the entry-level adventure motorcycle space. Yamaha has launched Crosser 150 ABS in Brazil which will serve as the brand’s entry-level offering in the ADV segment. Prices start at R$ 15,590 (approx. INR 2.09 lakh).
The motorcycle will be available in two variants- 150S and 150Z, the latter being priced at R$ 15,790 (approx. INR 2.12 lakh). It is offered with four colour options-Black Eclipse, Sports White, Competition Blue and Dakar Sand. Design of the Crosser 150 is in line with contemporary adventure bikes.
2022 Yamaha Crosser 150 – Design
Crosser 150 features signature ADV highlights such as a tall stance and a rugged appearance with minimalistic body panels. The Z variant feels slightly more rugged thanks to a longer beak upfront and fork gaiters. However, both variants make use of a small headlamp and a tiny flyscreen, a slight departure from contemporary ADVs.
Other highlights include fuel tank extensions with air scoops, arrowhead-shaped mirrors, and a side-mounted high-slung exhaust. A tall handlebar, with a high saddle and ground clearance, are other notable mentions when it comes to the styling of Crosser 150. Crosser 150 also receives a luggage mounting rack at rear which enhances its touring credentials.
2022 Yamaha Crosser 150 Adv Motorcycle Launched
Features & Dynamics
In terms of features, the bike is pretty basic with its semi-digital instrument console being the biggest highlight. Illumination of the motorcycle is taken care of by modest bulb-type lighting. Crosser 150 rides on 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wire-spoke wheels which are shod with dual-purpose Metzeler Tourance tyres. These units are said to provide excellent grip while treading into off-road surfaces.
2022 Yamaha Crosser 150 Adv Motorcycle Launched
While the suspension setup features simple telescopic forks upfront and a mono-shock at rear, there is plenty of travel on offer for undulated surfaces at both ends. Braking is carried out by a single disc brake at each wheel aided by ABS to avoid skidding while stopping aggressively.
Powertrain Specs
Powering Crosser 150 is a 149cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that kicks out 12.2 bhp of power and 12.74 Nm of peak torque. This unit is paired with a five-speed gearbox. The best thing about this motor is that it can run on multiple types of fuel such as petrol, ethanol or both, which improves fuel efficiency.
2022 Yamaha Crosser 150 Adv Motorcycle Launched
Considering its overall package, Crosser 150 could actually be a very good proposition in the Indian mass market if priced right. However, Yamaha isn’t likely to launch this entry-level ADV tourer to our shores anytime soon. But given the rise in popularity of adventure tourers in India in recent years, Yamaha would want to tap into this segment at some point in the future. More

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Ola Electric has revealed the true range for the S1 Pro e-scooter which stands at 135km on a single charge
The electric scooters from Ola generated a frenzy in the online world and continue to garner interest even four months after their unveiling due to various reasons. While electric vehicles are mobility solutions for the future, hesitancy in their acceptance remains even now. The primary reason behind this is range anxiety among the masses.
People are still concerned about the distance an EV can travel on a single charge. Ola offers a claimed range of 181 kms on S1 Pro e-scooter which sounds impressive on paper. However, expecting this range in a real-world scenario would be unreasonable and the Bengaluru-based EV startup has now come up with an explanation for it.
The company has said that the ARAI-certified range of 181 kms has been attained when tested under a controlled lab environment. However, such a condition would be vastly different when driving in a real-world scenario. Ola has also shared the true range of S1 Pro which stands at 135 kms on a single charge.
Ola Electric Scooter Range In Real World
Automotive enthusiast Anish Deshpande asked Ola about the true range of their electric scooter in real world conditions. To this, Ola Electric scooter support team has replied with specific details.
Conditions under which you can achieve the True Range of 135 kms from Ola electric scooter S1 Pro in real world
The EV maker has laid out a set of conditions for buyers to achieve this range. For starters, the 135 kms range can be achieved when only there is only the rider and no pillion. Weight of the rider has been considered 70 kgs with no other load being carried on the scooter. For city driving conditions, a maximum 3-5 percent incline has been taken into account.
The entire duration of the ride has to be covered in the Normal ride mode with a moderate riding style. Even weather conditions have been pre-defined between 24 and 35-degree celsius. Implementation of all these conditions should provide the said 135 kms range. With deliveries commencing recently, it will be interesting to hear from buyers in this regard.
Ola Electric recently started shipment of the first batch of its e-scooters across the country after several delays. There are two variants of the electric scooter on sale- S1 and S1 Pro, priced at Rs 1.0 lakh and Rs 1.30 lakh (both prices ex-show) respectively. Both variants of the scooter are powered by an 8.5kW electric motor with a continuous output of 5.5 kW.
Battery Specs
That said, S1 Pro features a larger battery pack of 3.97 kWh whereas S1 gets a smaller battery pack of 2.98 kWh. There has been no approval of a true range in S1, however, previous claims of an ARAI-rated range has been pegged at 121 kms. The true range of the base S1 trim will also be exciting to see in the coming future. More

2022 Tork Electric MotorcycleBharat Forge owns as much as 49 percent stake in Pune based EV maker Tork Motors
Several new comers are marking their entry into the electric scooter segment. Ola launched the Ola S1 and S1 Pro electric scooters in India at Rs 99,999 and Rs 1,29,999 respectively. Bengaluru-based Simple Energy also unveiled its e-scooter at Rs.1,09,999. In addition to this, there are many electric scooters on offer from leading brands in the space like Hero Electric, Okinawa, Ampere, Ather etc. Bajaj and TVS also have an offering each in this space.
Auto component manufacturer, Bharat Forge also entered this space recently, for which it has tied up with Tork Motors. The latter is a Pune-based EV manufacturer. Tork Motors has its own T6X, India’s first performance electric motorcycle, scheduled for launch in India in early 2022. Ahead of that, its production-spec variant has now been spied on test.
Tork T6X electric motorcycle
This electric motorcycle which has been under development for the past 7 years, it will come in with state of the art features and updated technology. It will launch in India in sometime next year and will be powered via lithium ion batteries. It is likely to offer a top speed of 100 km/h and a range of 100 kms on a single charge. Quick charging option could also be on offer.
Tork Motors has also recently met with FAME II regulations which means that the upcoming products will stand to gain from these subsidies offered by the Government of India. Their customers will also take advantage of benefits being presented on electric vehicles by various State Governments.
2022 Tork Electric Motorcycle
Electric 2 and 3 wheeler market
Bharat Forge seeks a 5-6 percent market share in this electric two and three wheeler segment along with electric trucks and buses, by 2025 along with Kalyani Powertrain (KPTL). KPTL is also in talks with vehicle manufacturers and fleet operators in respect to its e-mobility platform.
The company seeks to supply sub-system, complete electric motors and light weight structural components and has also lowered capital expenditure guidance from an earlier Rs 300 crores announced in June 2021 to Rs 200-250 crores for FY22.
Apart from partnering with Bharat Forge, Tork is also seeking an alliance with three wheeler makers for the supply of electric powertrains. This space is currently commanded by the likes of Mahindra, Piaggio and Atul Auto while automakers Bajaj Auto and TVS Motors are also set to enter the fray.
Bharat Force also has a 50:50 investment with Refu Electronik GmbH of Germany for developing, manufacturing and selling on-board controllers and components used in the manufacture of hybrid and electric vehicles. Bharat Forge also used to controls a 35 percent stake in UK based Tevva Motors for development of powertrain solutions for commercial vehicles but has since exited from this alliance.

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Image for reference. Credit – An ExplorerRoyal Enfield today announced a recall of 26,300 units of Classic 350 motorcycles made between 1st Sep 2021 and 5th Dec 2021
A few days after the roll-out of 100,000th unit of the new gen 2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 motorcycle, the company has now announced a recall. The 2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 Recall has affected 26,300 motorcycles which were made between Sep and Dec this year.
Royal Enfield Classic 350 2021 Recall
As per Royal Enfield, their technical team has discovered a potential issue in one of the parts – the brake reaction bracket attached to the motorcycle swing arm – used specifically on the 2021 single-channel ABS and rear drum brake Classic 350 motorcycles.
They further add – Under specific riding conditions, it was discovered that exceptionally higher braking load applied on the rear brake pedal could lead to potential damage of the reaction bracket, which could further lead to unusual braking noise, and potential deterioration of braking efficiency in extreme conditions.
The issue has only been found in Classic 350 motorcycles with rear drum brake and single channel ABS. All other motorcycle variants are not affected by this issue and are not part of the latest Royal Enfield recall.
New Royal Enfield Classic 350
Affected Owners
Over the next few days, Royal Enfield and their dealerships will start contact owners of the motorcycles which are part of this recall. These owners will have to bring in their motorcycle to the dealership, where Royal Enfield will “reinforce the brake reaction bracket of the swing arm for all units.”
Proactively, owners of Royal Enfield Classic 350 motorcycles can also check if their vehicle is part of this recall by checking with local dealers / workshops or by calling RE customer care. You can also check the same by visiting Royal Enfield website.
Earlier Royal Enfield Recall
This is not the first time Royal Enfield is recalling vehicles in 2021. Earlier in May this year, Royal Enfield had announced a recall which had affected over 2.3 lakh motorcycles. In that recall, it was the Bullet, Classic (old-gen) and Meteor that were affected. That recall was due to manufacturing defect in ignition coil.
Speaking about the recalls, Royal Enfield says – “At Royal Enfield, we have robust and rigorous testing and development protocols, and adhere to global validation standards of quality and durability. However, issues like this can arise under specific, extreme riding conditions, and we are committed to resolving this at the soonest, with minimum inconvenience for our customers.” More

Image – MRD VlogsTwo-wheeler YoY export growth remained largely flat in October, registering a marginal increase of just 0.88%
A total of 3,72,536 units were exported in October 2021, as compared to 3,69,273 units in the corresponding period last year. In top ten, four two-wheelers have negative YoY growth. If we consider the top 20 most exported two-wheelers, the ones with negative growth count to a total of six.
Bajaj continues to dominate two-wheeler exports with four of its bikes listed in top 10. Collectively, Bajaj bikes in top ten command more than 47% share in two-wheeler exports in October. TVS and Honda have two products each whereas Yamaha and Hero have one each in top ten.
Top 10 Two Wheeler Exports – Bajaj Boxer leads
Just like in previous months, Bajaj Boxer continues to be the most exported made-in-India two-wheeler. A total of 1,09,688 units were exported in October. YoY growth is down by -9.37%, as compared to 1,21,026 units exported in October last year. Percentage share in exports is at 29.44%.
Next in the list is TVS Star City with exports of 51,807 units in October. YoY growth has slumped -1.84%, as compared to 52,776 units exported in October last year. Star City had 13.91% share in exports.
Two Wheeler Exports Oct 2021
At number three is Bajaj Pulsar with exports of 26,711 units in October. YoY growth is down by -17.57%, as compared to 32,406 units exported in October last year. Pulsar share in exports is at 7.17%.
In October, Bajaj had launched 250cc Pulsars, N250 and F250. Launch price was Rs 1.38 lakh and Rs 1.40 lakh, respectively. Deliveries of these new Pulsar bikes have already commenced. In the future, it is possible that the company may launch a fully-faired Pulsar 250 named RS250.
Next in the list is Bajaj Discover with exports of 19,740 units in October. YoY growth is at 24.03%, as compared to 15,916 units exported in October last year. Share in exports is at 5.30%. At number five is Bajaj CT with exports of 19,232 units in October. YoY growth is up by 18.10%, as compared to 16,284 units exported in October last year. Share in exports is at 5.16%.

No
Two Wheeler Exports
Oct-21
Oct-20
%

1
Boxer
1,09,688
1,21,026
-9.37

2
Star City
51,807
52,776
-1.84

3
Pulsar
26,711
32,406
-17.57

4
Discover
19,740
15,916
24.03

5
CT
19,232
16,284
18.10

6
Navi
12,946
9,872
31.14

7
Apache
12,549
13,058
-3.90

8
FZ
10,603
10,166
4.30

9
Hunk
8,480
491
1627.09

10
Dio
7,962
6,121
30.08

11
Sport
7,914
6,276
26.10

12
Boxer
6,256
2,752
127.33

13
Gixxer
6,092
4,711
29.31

14
Burgman
5,000
1,536
225.52

15
HF Deluxe
4,974
2,515
97.77

16
Ntorq
4,255
3,814
11.56

17
Ray
3,766
5,338
-29.45

18
X Blade
3,612
3,529
2.35

19
Platina
2,982
6,108
-51.18

20
Splendor
2,982
5,291
-43.64

21
Glamour
2,770
1,722
60.86

22
Dream
2,588
240
978.33

23
Crux
2,326
0
–

24
BMW 310
2,308
216
968.52

25
CB Shine
2,289
3,735
-38.71

26
FZ25
2,068
1,132
82.69

27
CB Hornet 160R
1,908
3,539
-46.09

28
Dominar 400
1,895
910
108.24

29
YD125
1,800
0
–

30
CB Unicorn 160
1,536
1,296
18.52

31
CB350
1,536
30
5020.00

32
Dominar 250
1,260
1,335
-5.62

33
Meteor 350
1,217
0
–

34
Raider
1,169
0
–

35
KTM 390
1,154
1,532
-24.67

36
SZ
1,136
1,068
6.37

37
Victor
1,120
960
16.67

38
KTM 200
1,103
1,463
-24.61

39
Activa
1,078
468
130.34

40
Saluto
1,062
1,800
-41.00

41
Himalayan
1,042
844
23.46

42
Grazia
801
3,401
-76.45

43
Livo
800
200
300.00

44
650 Twin
658
1,571
-58.12

45
R15
640
598
7.02

46
Classic 350
545
906
-39.85

47
Husqvarna 401
544
434
25.35

48
Radeon
520
760
-31.58

49
Hayate
498
960
-48.13

50
Avenger 160
480
3
15900

51
Alpha
472
112
321.43

52
Xpulse 200
420
1,132
-62.90

53
Gixxer 250
380
1,604
-76.31

54
Aviator
360
0
–

55
KTM 250
348
499
-30.26

56
Wego
264
736
-64.13

57
Vespa
264
690
-61.74

58
Pleasure
260
164
58.54

59
Access
257
511
-49.71

60
Avenger 220
222
259
-14.29

61
Saluto RX
192
2,140
-91.03

62
Intruder
174
106
64.15

63
Aprilia SR150
166
302
-45.03

64
Maestro
165
174
-5.17

65
MT 15
160
282
-43.26

66
Aprilia SR 125
150
487
-69.20

67
Aprilia SR160
132
0
–

68
Jupiter
125
283
-55.83

69
SR 50 MT
96
671
-85.69

70
Hornet 2.0
88
0
–

71
Husqvarna 125
84
0
–

72
CB Unicorn 150
80
160
-50.00

73
Xtreme.
80
36
122.22

74
Destni 125
60
120
-50.00

75
Classic 500
60
712
-91.57

76
Vespa
40
497
-91.95

77
RR 310
33
90
-63.33

78
KTM 125
2
74
-97.30

79
Acheiver
0
2,489
-100.00

80
Xtreme
0
1,031
-100.00

81
Typhoon R 50
0
625
-100.00

82
Fascino
0
600
-100.00

83
Duet
0
546
-100.00

84
Jive
0
320
-100.00

85
Husqvarna 201
0
216
-100.00

86
Lets
0
212
-100.00

87
Husqvarna 251
0
154
-100.00

88
CB Twister
0
130
-100.00

–
Total
3,72,536
3,69,273
0.88

Hero Hunk makes impressive gains
In top ten, Hero Hunk has highest YoY growth in percentage terms. It is placed at 9th spot in the list with exports of 8,480 units in October. YoY growth has improved by a whopping 1627.09%, as compared to 491 units exported in October last year. Share in exports is at 2.28%.
Hunk 160R was recently launched in Argentina along with Xpulse 200. Hero MotoCorp’s Argentina operations are being carried out in partnership with Gilera Motors Argentina. Hero will be aggressively targeting this South American country, as it has significant potential for growth.
At number six, Honda Navi has also registered appreciable gain of 31.14%. Exports are up from 9,872 units in October last year to 12,946 units in October 2021. Other two-wheelers in top 10 include TVS Apache (12,549 units), Yamaha FZ (10,603) and Honda Dio (7,962). While Apache has negative YoY growth of -3.90%, FZ and Dio have posted positive numbers at 4.30% and 30.08%, respectively. More