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    Two Wheeler Sales March 2025, FY 25 – Hero, Honda, TVS, Bajaj, Suzuki, Royal Enfield

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    Hero Splendor : Image – Ryt To KnowThe Indian two-wheeler industry posted strong sales numbers in March 2025, continuing its growth momentum both year-on-year (YoY) and month-on-month (MoM). Key players like Hero MotoCorp, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), TVS Motor Company, Bajaj Auto, Suzuki, and Royal Enfield all contributed to the sector’s robust performance.
    Year-on-Year (YoY) Performance
    Hero MotoCorp maintained its lead in the domestic two-wheeler market, selling 5,10,086 units in March 2025, up 11.07% compared to 4,59,257 units in March 2024. Honda followed with 4,01,411 units, registering a 12.08% increase over 3,58,151 units sold a year ago. TVS Motor Company posted a strong 14.24% growth with 2,97,622 units sold in March 2025 compared to 2,60,532 units a year ago. Bajaj Auto’s sales remained flat, growing just 0.36% year-on-year to 1,83,659 units from 1,83,004 units.
    Two Wheeler Sales March 2025 – Domestic
    Suzuki recorded an impressive 22.71% jump, selling 1,05,736 units compared to 86,164 units in March 2024. Royal Enfield (RE) had the highest growth among the major players, registering a massive 33.32% increase — from 66,044 units in March 2024 to 88,050 units in March 2025. Overall, the two-wheeler industry witnessed a 12.27% YoY growth in March 2025, with total sales at 15,86,564 units, up from 14,13,152 units in March 2024.
    Month-on-Month (MoM) Performance
    Month-on-month, the industry saw even stronger momentum. Hero MotoCorp posted a massive 42.76% MoM growth, with sales jumping from 3,57,296 units in February 2025 to 5,10,086 units in March 2025. Honda’s sales rose by 4.56% month-on-month, from 3,83,918 units to 4,01,411 units. TVS Motor Company also maintained positive momentum, growing 7.81% from 2,76,072 units to 2,97,622 units.
    Bajaj Auto bounced back strongly with a 25.68% MoM growth, selling 1,83,659 units in March compared to 1,46,138 units in February. Suzuki showed stellar growth of 43.95%, selling 1,05,736 units compared to 73,455 units a month earlier. Royal Enfield clocked 8.97% MoM growth with 88,050 units in March 2025, up from 80,799 units in February 2025. Total domestic two-wheeler sales for March 2025 stood at 15,86,564 units, marking a significant 20.41% increase over February 2025’s 13,17,678 units.
    Year-on-Year (YoY) Export Performance
    Bajaj Auto continued to dominate two-wheeler exports from India, shipping 1,32,073 units in March 2025, marginally higher than 1,30,881 units in March 2024, registering a 0.91% growth. TVS Motor Company posted strong gains, with exports growing by 22.15% to 1,02,498 units compared to 83,914 units last year. Hero MotoCorp saw a notable 25.38% rise in exports, shipping 39,518 units compared to 31,518 units in March 2024.
    Two Wheeler Sales March 2025 – Exports
    Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) saw its exports decline by 8.01%, dropping from 28,304 units last year to 26,037 units this year. Suzuki grew its exports by 15.36%, reaching 20,194 units compared to 17,505 units last year. Royal Enfield recorded the highest YoY growth among major players, posting a 36.44% jump, exporting 12,971 units compared to 9,507 units in March 2024. Overall, India’s two-wheeler exports rose by 10.50% YoY in March 2025, with total shipments reaching 3,33,291 units compared to 3,01,629 units a year ago.
    Month-on-Month (MoM) Export Performance
    Month-on-month, however, two-wheeler exports recorded a decline. Bajaj Auto’s exports dropped by 13.84%, down from 1,53,280 units in February 2025 to 1,32,073 units in March 2025. TVS Motor also witnessed an 11.50% fall, exporting 1,02,498 units compared to 1,15,817 units in February. Hero MotoCorp, however, bucked the trend, posting a strong 28.63% MoM growth, exporting 39,518 units compared to 30,722 units the previous month.
    Honda’s exports fell sharply by 32.43%, dropping from 38,531 units in February 2025 to 26,037 units in March 2025. Suzuki registered a 20.55% growth, exporting 20,194 units in March, up from 16,751 units a month ago. Royal Enfield also reported a strong 31.41% MoM growth, with 12,971 units exported compared to 9,871 units in February. Despite positive performances by some brands, overall two-wheeler exports declined by 8.68% MoM, with total shipments dropping from 3,64,972 units in February to 3,33,291 units in March 2025.
    Total Sales (Domestic + Exports) YoY Performance
    Hero MotoCorp led the charts by registering total (domestic + exports) sales of 5,49,604 units in March 2025, up by 11.99% compared to 4,90,775 units in March 2024. Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) followed with 4,27,448 units, recording a 10.61% YoY growth over 3,86,455 units last year. TVS Motor Company delivered a strong performance with 4,00,120 units sold, growing by 16.16% over 3,44,446 units.
    Two Wheeler March 2025 – Domestic + Exports
    Bajaj Auto posted a marginal rise of 0.59%, with total sales moving up to 3,15,732 units from 3,13,885 units a year earlier. Suzuki Motorcycle India reported a stellar 21.47% growth, selling 1,25,930 units versus 1,03,669 units last year. Royal Enfield continued its upward trajectory, recording a solid 33.71% growth with 1,01,021 units sold, compared to 75,551 units in March 2024. Cumulatively, total two-wheeler sales (domestic + exports) stood at 19,19,855 units in March 2025, up by 11.96% over March 2024’s 17,14,781 units.
    Total Sales (Domestic + Exports) MoM Performance
    On a month-on-month basis, two-wheeler sales also showed a healthy uptick. Hero MotoCorp surged 41.64%, growing from 3,88,018 units in February 2025 to 5,49,604 units in March. Honda recorded a modest 1.18% MoM growth, selling 4,27,448 units compared to 4,22,449 units. TVS Motor posted a 2.10% MoM rise, clocking 4,00,120 units against 3,91,889 units in February.
    Bajaj Auto grew by 5.45%, with sales climbing to 3,15,732 units from 2,99,418 units. Suzuki registered a sharp 39.60% growth, increasing from 90,206 units in February to 1,25,930 units in March 2025. Royal Enfield also improved by 11.42%, growing from 90,670 units to 1,01,021 units. Overall, the Indian two-wheeler industry sold 19,19,855 units in March 2025, achieving a 14.10% MoM growth over February’s 16,82,650 units.
    Two-Wheeler Sales FY 2025
    The Indian two-wheeler industry posted robust growth during Financial Year 2025 (April 2024 – March 2025), across domestic sales, exports, and overall volumes. Strong domestic demand, coupled with improving export markets, helped major manufacturers like Hero, Honda, Bajaj, Suzuki, and Royal Enfield achieve healthy year-on-year (YoY) growth.
    Two-Wheeler Sales FY 2025
    Domestic Sales – FY 2025 vs FY 2024
    Hero MotoCorp maintained its leadership in the domestic market, selling 56,11,758 units in FY25, a 3.53% increase over 54,20,532 units in FY24. Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) emerged as the biggest gainer, growing by 17.57% with 53,26,092 units sold compared to 45,30,196 units a year ago. Bajaj Auto posted modest growth of 2.56%, retailing 23,08,249 units in FY25 versus 22,50,585 units in FY24. Suzuki Motorcycle India registered a healthy 13.53% rise, selling 10,45,662 units over last year’s 9,21,009 units. Royal Enfield recorded 9,02,757 domestic units, achieving 8.14% growth over FY24’s 8,34,795 units. Overall, domestic two-wheeler sales grew by 8.87%, reaching 1,51,94,518 units compared to 1,39,57,117 units last fiscal.
    Exports – FY 2025 vs FY 2024
    Exports also witnessed a strong rebound during FY25, led by Bajaj Auto which shipped 16,74,060 units, up by 13.32% compared to 14,77,338 units last year. Honda recorded an impressive 39% export growth, delivering 5,05,012 units against 3,63,326 units in FY24. Hero MotoCorp boosted its export volumes by a remarkable 43.05%, selling 2,87,429 units versus 2,00,923 units. Suzuki witnessed a marginal export decline of 1.12%, shipping 2,10,499 units against 2,12,893 units previously. Royal Enfield’s exports grew sharply by 37.47%, with 1,07,143 units exported in FY25 compared to 77,937 units in FY24. Cumulatively, two-wheeler exports surged 19.37%, totaling 27,84,143 units against 23,32,417 units last year.
    Total Sales (Domestic + Exports) – FY 2025 vs FY 2024
    When combining domestic sales and exports, Hero MotoCorp sold a total of 58,99,187 units in FY25, registering a 4.94% YoY growth over 56,21,455 units in FY24. Honda followed with 58,31,104 units sold in FY25, reflecting a robust 19.16% growth over 48,93,522 units last year. Bajaj Auto recorded 39,82,309 units in total sales, achieving a 6.82% increase. Suzuki Motorcycle India grew by 10.78% to 12,56,161 units, while Royal Enfield reported 10,09,900 units, up 10.65% compared to FY24. Overall, the Indian two-wheeler industry sold 1,79,78,661 units in FY25, posting a healthy 10.37% growth over the previous year’s 1,62,89,534 units. More

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      2025 Bajaj Platina 110 Reach Showrooms Before Launch – Major Update

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      2025 Bajaj Platina 110 UpdatedEarlier this year, Bajaj discontinued Platina 110 ABS variant from its portfolio alongside CT125X and Pulsar F250. However, the company carried over non ABS drum brake variant of Platina 110 forward. Fast forwarding to April 2025, Bajaj has given Platina 110 a major update and updated units have been reaching showrooms. Let’s take a closer look.
      2025 Bajaj Platina 110
      The affordable budget commuter segment has been one-sided for a very long time in the favour of Hero MotoCorp’s Splendor range. However, Hero doesn’t operate in the 110cc segment, which is positioned between 100cc and 125cc. That’s where Bajaj’s Platina 110 comes into the scene and for MY25 version, it brings major updates along with it.
      2025 Bajaj Platina 110 Updated
      For starters, there seems to be a new set of colours and the one seen in the video by Machine Rules shows a new colourway. Where black acts as the base colour and there’s a light green shade used for highlights and graphics. Same shade of green can also be seen in pinstriping done on alloy wheels.
      In contrast, the MY24 Platina 110 was offered in three colourways with graphics – Ebony Black Blue, Ebony Black Red and Cocktail Wine Red – Orange. Apart from the colours, there are a few visual updates to 2025 Bajaj Platina 110 that distinguish it from MY24 model. MY25 version gets a chrome surround engulfing headlight that is absent in MY24 model.
      2025 Bajaj Platina 110 Updated With Fuel Injector
      Also, Bajaj Auto seems to have stopped offering the translucent knuckle guards on MY25 model or they may not be installed on this particular unit seen in this video. Other updates include the addition of a USB charging port, which is a welcome feature, and a few revisions around swingarm region. Seat cover, halogen headlights, LED DRLs and other components seem to be carried over.
      Fuel Injector replaces e-Carburettor
      Main change can be seen in 2025 Platina 110’s engine. This engine will now be BS6 P2 OBD-2B emission standard compliant, which is mandated on all vehicles sold in India after April 1st, 2025. To achieve latest and more stringent emission standards, Bajaj has replaced the electronic carburettor with a fuel injector.
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      With this new fuel injector, we can expect changes in this motorcycle’s performance metrics and fuel efficiency. For context, the electronic carburettor model used to deliver around 8.5 bhp of peak power and 9.81 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 4-speed gearbox. Other than that, there are no other changes and even the fully analog instrument cluster has been carried over. More

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      KTM 390 Enduro R Launch Price Rs 3.36 L – Off-Roader Focus

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      KTM 390 Enduro R LaunchedTeam Orange has taken the wraps of India-spec 390 Enduro R and has announced the pricing. This is a more off-road focussed Enduro version of recently launched 390 Adventure. Where pricing is concerned, India-spec 390 Enduro R boasts a price tag of Rs 3.36 lakh, making it more affordable than 390 Adventure.
      KTM 390 Enduro R Launch
      This is the first time in a very long time KTM is expanding the 390 portfolio to incorporate two new motorcycle genres. Before, we only had 390 Duke Roadster, 390 Adventure ADV and RC 390 Supersport. Now, the company has just launched 390 Enduro R and will soon launch 390 SCM R (Supermoto) motorcycle.
      KTM 390 Enduro R Launched
      Where pricing is concerned, KTM 390 Enduro R costs Rs 3.36 lakh (Ex-sh) and is a more off-road focussed enduro style machine than 390 Adventure. For context, KTM 390 Adventure X costs Rs 2.91 lakh (Ex-sh) and 390 Adventure costs Rs 3.68 lakh (Ex-sh). Both the Adventure and Enduro motorcycles cater to different audiences.
      It has to be noted that the KTM 390 Enduro R launched in India is an India-spec version of this motorcycle and not global-spec model. The latter gets more suspension travel, a higher ground clearance, a taller seat height and weighs significantly less than India-spec model launched here. The global-spec model will be launched in India at a later date as a variant.
      KTM 390 Enduro R Launched
      Specs & Features
      Speaking of components, KTM 390 Enduro R rides on 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheels wrapped with dual-sport block-pattern tyres, WP Apex fully adjustable USD front forks (200 mm travel), adjustable rear mono-shock (205 mm travel), single disc brakes at both ends, fully switchable dual-channel ABS.
      Where design is concerned, 390 Enduro R is vastly the same as 390 Adventure, sans the fairing, vertically laid out LED headlight setup and the larger 5-inch TFT instrument cluster. Enduro gets a smaller and flatter headlight setup and a smaller 4.2-inch pill-shaped TFT cluster. Other notable features include two riding modes and Traction Control.
      KTM 390 Enduro R Launched
      KTM 390 Enduro R is powered by the same LC4C 399cc single-cylinder DOHC 4V-cyl liquid-cooled engine that is capable of generating 45.3 bhp of peak power and 39 Nm of peak torque, mated to a slip and assist clutch, a bi-directional quick shifter and a 6-speed gearbox. This motorcycle gets a 9L fuel tank, 253 mm ground clearance, 860 mm seat height and weighs 177 kg.
      Statement from KTM
      Speaking on the launch, Mr. Manik Nangia, President Pro-Biking, Bajaj Auto Ltd said, “Today marks a significant milestone for KTM in India as we proudly launch the KTM 390 ENDURO R, a true embodiment of our ‘Ready to Race’ ethos. Building upon KTM’s rich legacy in enduro competition, dating back to our first World Championship win in 1990, this motorcycle redefines versatility in the sub-500cc class.
      The KTM 390 ENDURO R offers riders the confidence to conquer both urban landscapes and challenging off-road trails. We believe this machine, with its enduro-focused platform and advanced features, will empower a new generation of riders to explore their limits. The KTM 390 ENDURO R isn’t just a motorcycle;it’s an invitation to redefine your ride, from daily commutes to weekend off-road adventures.” More

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      2025 Suzuki Hayabusa Updated – Gets 3 New Colours

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      2025 Suzuki Hayabusa Updated
      Where pricing is concerned, 2025 Suzuki Hayabusa can be yours for Rs 16.9 lakh (Ex-sh). This is the flagship motorcycle for Suzuki in India and has been a shining beacon and sort of a holy grail for motorcycling enthusiasts For 2025, Suzuki Motorcycle India is offering three exciting dual-tone colourways with this motorcycle.
      2025 Suzuki Hayabusa – Metallic Mat Steel Green/Glass Sparkle Black
      New colour options include Metallic Mat Steel Green/Glass Sparkle Black, Glass Sparkle Black/Metallic Mat Titanium Silver and Metallic Mystic Silver/Pearl Vigor Blue. These new colourways enhance the overall look and appeal of this Peregrine Falcon and will continue to be an aspiring motorcycle for many.
      The main highlight of this update is that Suzuki Motorcycle India has updated Hayabusa’s engine to meet the new BS6 P2 OBD-2B emission standards that the Indian Government mandated on all vehicles sold in India post April 1st. These new emission standards are stricter and more stringent in their nature.
      2025 Suzuki Hayabusa – Metallic Mat Steel Green/Glass Sparkle Black
      Speaking of Hayabusa’s engine, it is equipped with a fire-breathing 1,340cc in-line 4-cylinder DOHC liquid-cooled engine. Performance metrics on this engine fall in bonkers territory as it is capable of generating 190 PS of peak power and 150 Nm of peak torque, mated to a quickshifter and a 6-speed gearbox.
      Legendary Busa Updated!
      This engine and Hayabusa’s wind tunnel tested aerodynamic design ensures it can reach 300 km/h, making it among the fastest production road-going motorcycles on sale. There is a broad wave of torque on this powertrain that promises effortless acceleration and blistering performance whenever required.
      2025 Suzuki Hayabusa – Glass Sparkle Black/Metallic Mat Titanium Silver
      2025 Suzuki Hayabusa gets top-of-the-line components owing to its legendary status. Notable elements include Suzuki Ram Air Direct ducts, KYB USD telescopic front forks, Battlax Hypersports 22 tyres, Brembo Stylema 4-Piston front brake calipers and more. Electronic rider aids include Launch Control, Cruise Control, Track Traction Control and many more.
      Statement from Suzuki Motorcycle India
      Commenting on the announcement, Mr. Deepak Mutreja, Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt. Ltd. said, “The Suzuki Hayabusa holds a special place in the hearts of motorcycle enthusiasts across the globe. With the introduction of three new colour combinations and the transition to the OBD-2B compliance, we look forward to captivating customers with a product that stays true to its legacy while meeting today’s riding needs.”
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      2025 Hero Vida V2 Price Reduced By Up To Rs 15k – Details

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      New Hero Vida V2 RangeIndia’s largest 2W manufacturer, Hero MotoCorp, has been upping its game in the premium segment. The company is keen on making it big in the electric scooter segment too. In that regard, Vida V2 lineup prices have been dropped drastically, making them a lot more affordable than they used to be. Let’s take a closer look.
      Hero Vida V2 Prices Reduced
      India’s electric scooter market has been heating up in recent times. Market leader Ola Electric has been on a downward spiral and rivals are upping their game to gain precious market share. Hero MotoCorp is at it too and has reduced prices of its Vida V2 range by up to Rs 15,000, depending on the variant.
      Vida electric scooter is offered in three variants – V2 Lite, V2 Plus and V2 Pro. 2025 Hero Vida V2 lineup now starts from Rs 74,000 for the base V2 Lite, which is Rs 11,000 less when compared to previous prices. That is because Hero has slashed prices of Vida V2 Lite by Rs 11,000, effective immediately.
      Going up the variant range, Vida V2 Plus price has been slashed by up to Rs 15,000. This is the maximum price reduction Hero is offering to Vida V2 lineup. On the other hand, top-spec Hero Vida V2 Pro does not get any price reduction. Instead, it gets a price hike of Rs 4,700, which is now priced at 1,20,300 (ex-sh).
      New Hero Vida V2
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      V2 Lite comes equipped with a 2.2 kWh battery promising a range of 94 km (IDC). Where features are concerned, Hero offers quite a bit of features even with base V2 Lite. Notable features are 26L under-seat storage, 7-inch TFT touchscreen with Bluetooth and navigation, cruise control, keyless ignition and more.
      On top of V2 Lite, we have V2 Plus that offers a larger 3.4 kWh battery pack promising a range of up to 143 km on a single charge. The top-spec V2 Pro variant packs a larger still 3.9 kWh battery pack that promises 165 km of range on a single charge and has more powerful motor promising 0-40 km/h sprint in 2.9 seconds.
      Where rivals are concerned, Hero Vida V2 lineup locks horns with Ola’s S1 range, Ather’s 450 range, TVS’ iQube range and Bajaj’s Chetak range. Hero MotoCorp is also on the verge of launching Vida Z in India soon. Test mules of Vida Z have been spied without camouflage and it will be a global offering too. More

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      2025 Suzuki Access Road Test Review – The One To Get?

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      2025 Suzuki Access Road Test ReviewIndia’s 125cc scooter segment is a rather interesting one. It sits above the 110cc scooters, offering a little more performance and bringing more premium features. Suzuki is among the leaders in this segment as the company operates three offerings – Access, Burgman Street 125 and Avenis 125.
      Access is by far the most popular in Suzuki’s scooter lineup and is the primary volume generator for the brand. So, when the company launches a major update to Access, it is a big deal and it has even emerged as India’s 3rd highest-selling scooter. After experiencing the new 2025 Suzuki Access in and around Pune city, this is what we think about this scooter.
      2025 Suzuki Access
      2025 Suzuki Access Review
      Within the family 125cc scooters, Suzuki Access is a prominent name. It was among the first 125cc scooters in India, launched in 2007. Close to two decades in its life cycle, Access has had multiple updates and the latest 2025 Suzuki Access is the most technologically advanced iteration of this scooter yet. Dropping 125 from its name, Suzuki has simplified the naming too.
      Suzuki launched it at the Auto Expo 2025 earlier this month at a starting price of Rs 81,700 (Ex-sh). There are three variants on offer – Standard Edition, Special Edition and Ride Connect Edition. Standard Edition gets drum brakes, steel wheels and single-tone colours. Special Edition brings dual tone colours, steel wheels and a front disc brake.
      2025 Suzuki Access
      It is the Ride Connect Edition which offers all bells and whistles like alloy wheels, disc brakes and even a connected instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity and Navigation. This is the variant we sampled in Pune city which was finished in a lovely Metallic Mat Stellar Blue. Even though the launch colour was Solid Ice Green, I liked Pearl Grace White and Metallic Mat Stellar Blue colours more.
      Design & Appearance
      Where design is concerned, the new 2025 Suzuki Access does not deviate much away from its family scooter silhouette. It looks very much like an Access, just brought up to date with modern styling cues and in-keeping with current trends. In that regard, we can see Access has gotten much sleeker and looks more athletic than it did before.
      2025 Suzuki Access
      We can see headlights have sleekened a lot and look sharper now. Front apron gets re-profiled styling with smaller turn indicators. There’s a U-shaped LED DRL on front apron which is a new addition. Behind this apron, we now get dual glove compartments along with USB charging port, a hook and a conventional keyhole which also operates fuel filler and underseat storage.
      2025 Suzuki Access
      The fuel filler cap is now concealed beneath a plastic flap for a much cleaner aesthetic. There is a new re-designed tail light as well. Side profile is vastly carried over. We get circular reflectors now positioned near glove boxes behind front apron. The top two variants get chrome circular ORVMs that look rather nice, offering a retro vibe to this scooter.
      2025 Suzuki Access
      Also new are the footpegs, which are of metallic type now that look a lot more premium than before. Top variants get brown seat upholstery which contrasts on the dark blue shade on our particular unit. Even though it doesn’t look like it, 2025 Access packs a new chassis underneath and it has had changes to its powertrain as well.
      Specs & Powertrain
      Speaking of powertrain, Suzuki has updated some core components like crankshaft, camshaft and even the crankcase on this scooter with 2025 model. These changes were done to upgrade this engine and align it with stricter BS6 OBD2B emission norms along with Euro 5 emission norms. Because of these changes, there is variance in performance metrics.
      2025 Suzuki Access
      This 124cc engine now makes 8.31 bhp of peak power at 6,500 RPM and 10.2 Nm of peak torque at 5,000 RPM. So, power has gone down slightly, while torque has seen a minor boost, when compared to its predecessor. This is still a relatively simple engine as it is an air-cooled single-cylinder SOHC 2V/cyl unit, mated to a CVT and a one-way clutch which ensures quiter starts than before.
      2025 Suzuki Access
      This is a smooth and refined powertrain without much vibrations if you’re riding under 90 km/h speed (speedo indicated). Post which, there is a mild buzz. Considering the intended application of this scooter, it is perfectly acceptable as prospective owners are not likely to push it that hard all that often. The 5.3L fuel tank will ensure less frequent fuel stops as Suzuki Access can eke out around 50 km/l of fuel efficiency, depending on the riding style.
      2025 Suzuki Access
      Ride & Ergonomics
      Acceleration is brisk and it has enough grunt to manage quick overtakes in the city. The new chassis feels almost similar to its predecessor, offering decent maneuverability. Suzuki is offering 90-section tyres at both ends. Wheel size is 12-inch at the front and 10-inch at the rear. We wished Suzuki offered 12-inches at both ends for better stability and bump absorption.
      2025 Suzuki Access
      Speaking of, ride quality is slightly on the stiffer side and bump absorption is slightly uneven as the wheel sizes differ. However, it is a city scooter to be used as a daily commuter and it does that job quite well and without any hassle. Seat is long and accommodating. Ground clearance is 160 mm, which didn’t pose any issues even on tallest of speed bumps.
      2025 Suzuki Access
      Braking is quite predictable and is acceptable for a 125cc family scooter. Front disc has decent bite and stopping power. Suzuki offers a parking brake with Access, which is a handy and welcome feature. Some rivals omit the parking brake feature, but I used it more than I thought I would have.
      2025 Suzuki Access Switchgear
      Top variants of this scooter weigh 105 kg making it easy to maneuver in low speeds while parking or in city traffic. Rider ergonomics is spot on and it didn’t induce any discomfort in a 182 cm tall individual like myself. Switchgear is aptly positioned too – left gets turn indicators, horn and high beam pass, while right gets an engine kill switch and hazard light.
      2025 Suzuki Access Boot
      Usability
      Front dual glove compartments can easily accept 500ml water bottles and with 2025 Access 125, Suzuki has carved out more under-seat storage than before. 24.4L in volume, to be precise. It will not accommodate a beefy XL sized full-face helmet, but it will easily accommodate a half-face helmet or a smaller and less beefy full-face helmet.
      2025 Suzuki Access Storage
      The instrument cluster is fully digital and shows quite a lot of information. There are two buttons beside this cluster to control it and functions are quite intuitive. We can see time, speed, odometer and trip meter, fuel gauge and temperature gauge and are surrounded by tell-tale lights. This cluster supports smartphone connectivity via the proprietary Suzuki Ride Connect app.
      2025 Suzuki Access Instrument Cluster
      This app is intuitive as well and allows you to connect seamlessly with this system. Once connected, it will show call alerts, SMS alerts and even has turn-by-turn navigation which works well. Also, it has Whatsapp call and message alerts, calendar alerts and weather updates along with an auto-reply SMS feature. These features work quite well, fitting well with tech-savvy customers.
      Conclusions & Reservations
      Concluding the 2025 Suzuki Access is rather easy. It is a no-nonsense scooter that offers utmost reliability and aims to offer great value for the buck. However, we have a few reservations about this scooter as well. Some of them are major, while not classifying as deal breakers.
      2025 Suzuki Access Instrument Cluster
      1. We wished the scooter had a smart key implementation for keyless operations. Also, the physical ket that Suzuki offers is unusually long and digs into your thighs when placed in pant pockets.
      2. We wished this scooter offered better Bluetooth range and a more stable connection. That’s because the connection would drop when I placed my phone in my pant pockets even though it is just 3 feet away from this cluster.
      3. For Bluetooth to work, I had to place my phone in the front glove compartment, which is not lockable. So, I was always on the lookout that someone might nick my phone in traffic.
      4. The USB Type-A charger on Access is quite slow as my Samsung flagship phone only managed to gather around 5% of charge despite plugging it in for more than an hour.
      5. The under-seat storage could have been longer and offered more volume to keep two half-face helmets side-by-side, something that rival scooters can.
      2025 Suzuki Access Instrument Cluster
      The one to get?
      None of these reservations are deal breakers, which is a good thing. Also, most of these can be fixed in the future by Suzuki if there is enough demand for it. Even the LED headlights are quite decent, offering nice throw and spread of light. Particularly acceptable for city applications. Special mention to Suzuki Ride Connect system that allows for easy pairing and doesn’t require your number to be registered in the company’s database before using it.
      2025 Suzuki Access is a strong contender in the 125cc family scooter space and it has great potential to be an all-rounder scooter. In terms of sales, Suzuki Access is currently India’s 3rd best-selling scooters, behind Honda Activa and TVS Jupiter. It has to be noted that both those scooters have 110cc offerings in the mix as well. If you’re in the market for a 125cc family scooter, 2025 Suzuki Access should be high up in your list. More

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      Honda CB300R Recalled – Defective Part Free Replacement

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      Honda CB300RReplacement will be done entirely free of cost, even if the vehicle’s warranty is no longer applicable
      In line with its continuous focus on enhancing ownership experience and boosting trust and confidence, Honda has announced a voluntary recall for CB300R. Only select units manufactured during a specific period are covered under the voluntary recall campaign. Let’s check out the details.
      Issue with headlight PCB structure
      Honda has identified a potential issue in the internal PCB structure that links to the motorcycle’s headlight. During normal use over a long time, vibrations and other movements can potentially cause fatigue breaks in the core wires at the root of terminals. Depending on the level of breakage, the headlights can start to flicker or completely shut off.
      It is likely that this issue may have been identified during routine checks. The problem could have been faced and reported by multiple users. Damage to the core wires would be gradual and not immediately evident. It may start with a flickering issue in some cases, whereas an instant complete shut off of the headlight is also possible.
      While this issue may not be a problem during daytime, it can create safety risks when riding during the night. Honda CB300R is primarily for city roads, but longer journeys may be possible based on rider preferences and demands of the situation. A malfunctioning headlight can be a major issue when driving across highways at night.
      Honda CB300R
      As of now, no accidents have been reported that could be related to this issue. With the recall now announced, users can get the issue fixed completely free of cost. The recall covers even vehicles whose warranty period has already expired.
      Which CB300R units are impacted?
      As per the recall announcement, specific CB300R units manufactured between 2018 and 2020 have been identified to have the headlight PCB issue. Honda is carrying out the replacement of the faulty part as a precautionary manner. The replacement will be done at Honda BigWing dealerships.
      Honda BigWing dealers will contact the owners of affected bikes via call / email / SMS. Technicians will carry out an inspection and apply the required fix and replacement. To know if their CB300R motorcycle is covered under the recall, customers can also check on Honda BigWing website by entering their vehicle’s Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). For a hassle-free experience, it is recommended that customers book their service appointment in advance.
      Honda CB300R
      While a recall has been issued, it is not known how much time will it take to replace the faulty PCB component. Owners can probably approach their dealership to get more details. Since the identified issue affects only the bike’s headlight, users can continue to use their CB300R in daytime hours. Night rides could be avoided till the faulty part is replaced.
      A neo-retro roadster bike, Honda CB300R is preferred for its sharp, dynamic styling and sporty performance. Powering the bike is a 286.01 cc, liquid cooled engine that generates 31 PS and 27.5 Nm of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Honda CB300R is available at a starting price of Rs 2.40 lakh. More

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      2025 Hero Passion+ Now OBD-2B Compliant – New Colours, Updates

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      2025 Hero Passion+ LaunchedTill stocks last, the outgoing model will be available for sale alongside the new OBD-2B-compliant Hero Passion+
      Indian automotive space is witnessing a transformative era, with a strong focus on reducing emissions and improving safety. On the emissions front, vehicles have to comply with the stricter OBD-2B emission norms. To meet the compliance deadline of 1st April 2025, many two-wheeler models have already been updated.
      Latest addition to the list of OBD-2B-compliant two-wheelers is Hero Passion+, coming from world’s largest motorcycle manufacturer, Hero MotoCorp. Let’s check out the updates introduced with the new model.
      2025 Hero Passion+ Update – What’s new?
      In addition to the OBD-2B compliance, colour options have been updated for 2025 Hero Passion+. While the earlier model is available with four colour options, the OBD-2B Passion+ gets only two colour options (Black Nexus Blue and Black Heavy Grey). It is possible that these colour variants are in demand. The MY24 model has two additional colours – Black Grey Stripe and Sport Red.
      All four colour options have a dual-tone livery, applied across the headlamp cowl, fuel tank and side panels. This is one of the distinctive features seen among Hero’s entry-level commuter bikes. Earlier, Hero also used to offer Passion Pro and Passion Pro XTEC models. However, these two have been discontinued.
      2025 Hero Passion+ Launched
      As of now, the OBD-2B Passion+ does not get any exclusive colour options. However, it is possible that new colour options could be introduced for the bike at a later date. Since it is the only bike in the Passion range, it can do better by providing more choices to customers. One can consider the example of Hero Splendor+ that offers a total of 7 colour choices. Similarly, HF Deluxe is available with 5 colour options.
      Price increase
      2025 Passion+ OBD-2B model is available at a starting price of Rs 81,651. That’s Rs 1,750 more than the 2024 Passion Plus (Rs 79,901). In comparison, the top selling Hero Splendor+ is available at a starting price of Rs 77,176. The i3S variant is priced at Rs 78,426. To access more features and striking colour options, users can choose the Splendor+ XTEC variant. It is offered at a starting price of Rs 84,301.
      In the 100cc segment, Hero also sells the HF Deluxe and HF 100. These are priced at Rs 59,998 and Rs 59,018, respectively. Talking about Passion+, the bike has a more stylized and sporty appearance in comparison to the likes of Splendor+ and HF Deluxe. Passion+ has flowing and curvy body panels, as compared to the minimalistic design seen with Splendor Plus. Body graphics appear more engaging on the Passion Plus, which may appeal to younger riders.
      Powertrain and hardware specifications remain the same for OBD-2B Passion+. In terms of sales, Hero Passion+ is currently the 4th bestselling Hero two-wheeler. In February 2025, sales were at 15,598 units. The bike contributed 4.37% to Hero’s overall sales in the month. Hero Passion+ competes with the likes of Honda Shine 100 and Bajaj Platina 100. More

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      2025 Hero Splendor+ Launch Price Rs 79k – What Is New?

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      2025 Hero Splendor+ Launch – XTEC DiscThe best-selling motorcycle lineup in India, or probably the world, just got updated to MY25 version. We’re talking about Hero MotoCorp’s golden geese, the Splendor Plus. Entire lineup of Splendor Plus has been updated to MY25. These include Splendor+, Splendor+ XTEC and Splendor+ XTEC 2.0. Let’s take a closer look.
      2025 Hero Splendor Plus Launch
      Hero MotoCorp has just updated its Splendor+ lineup in India to MY25 version. This is an iterative update and carries minor revisions over its preceding model. Prices start from Rs 79,096 (Ex-sh) for Splendor+ Drum variant, Splendor+ i3S costs Rs 80,066 (Ex-sh) and the price is the same for Splendor+ i3S Black and Accent colourways.
      2025 Hero Splendor+ Launch

      Going one step above, we have Splendor+ XTEC Drum at Rs 82,751 (Ex-sh), Splendor XTEC Disc at Rs 86,051 (Ex-sh) and Splendor XTEC 2.0 at Rs 85,001 (Ex-sh). Where design is concerned, Hero MotoCorp has carried over Splendor+ and all of its variants as they were, without any cosmetic updates.
      However, we can see new graphics on body panels to distinguish these MY25 offerings over MY24 versions. Depending on the variant of Splendor+, Hero is offering unique colourways and graphics. Some variants get a rear luggage rack for utilities and some get more sophisticated rear pillion grab rails.
      2025 Hero Splendor+ Launch
      New OBD-2B Compliant Engine
      The main change can be seen with Splendor+’s engine department. Hero MotoCorp is now offering updated powertrains that are compatible with more stringent and stricter BS6 P2 OBD-2B emission standards mandated by Indian Government on all vehicles sold after April 1st, 2025.
      This powertrain is a simple air-cooled single-cylinder SOHC 2V/cylinder engine that displaces 97.2cc. This engine is capable of delivering 7.91 bhp of peak power and 8.05 Nm of peak power, mated to a 4-speed gearbox, which is common in this displacement class and price bracket in commuter segment.
      2025 Hero Splendor+ Launch
      Depending on variant, 2025 Hero Splendor+ offers a disc brake at the front, LED headlights and LED DRLs and a fully digital instrument cluster that is capable of Bluetooth connectivity and smartphone app support and more. The price premium for 2025 Hero Splendor+ is between Rs 1,800 to Rs 2,500.
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