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      Royal Enfield Scram 440 Vs Harley X440 – Specs, Features Compared

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      Scram 440 Vs Harley X440With Himalayan 450 replacing the Himalayan 411, this 411cc LS engine was limited to Scram 411, which is now updated to displace 440cc and gets a 6-speed gearbox. Royal Enfield has invested in updating this powertrain which only one motorcycle has benefited from, which is unlike RE’s strategies in the recent past.
      Royal Enfield is offering the LS engine with its torquey nature, while the new Sherpa 450 engine offers thrilling performance. Also, Scram 440 is now a more fitting rival to other 440cc motorcycles in the premium motorcycle segment from legacy brands like Harley-Davidson X440. Let’s take a look at how these motorcycles fare against each other.
      New Royal Enfield Scram 440
      Scram 440 Vs Harley X440
      Starting with price, Royal Enfield has priced the Scram 440 from Rs 2.08 lakh (Ex-sh) for Trail variant and Rs 2.15 lakh (Ex-sh) for Force variant. In contrast, Harley-Davidson has priced X440 from Rs 2.39 lakh (Ex-sh) for base Denim variant and goes till Rs 2.79 lakh (Ex-sh) for S variant. X440 offers quite a lot more even from the base variant, while some of the notable features of Scram 440 are optional extras.
      Powertrains-wise, both motorcycles get a single-cylinder SOHC oil-cooled engine, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Both engines are of long-stroke type, prioritising low-end torque for ease of ride. X440 is more powerful and more torquey and develops its peak power at lower RPMs when compared to that of Scram 440.
      Scram 440 Vs Harley X440 – Specs & Features Compared
      Where design is concerned, Scram 440 is a Scrambler-style motorcycle as the name suggests. X440, on the other hand, is a Roadster style bike. Scram 440 has more off-road prowess with higher ground clearance, larger 19-inch front wheel and higher suspension travel. X440 has 18-inch front wheel, which is only one inch smaller than that of Scram’s. Royal Enfield is offering 1,460 mm wheelbase with Scram 440, making it a more relaxed off-roader.
      Specs & Features Compared
      Both motorcycles offer wire-spoke wheels with tube-type tyres in their lower variants. Notably, Scram 440 gets skinny 120-section rear tyres and X440 offers 140-section tyres. Scram 440 has a larger fuel tank at 15L, which is 1.5L more than X440’s. With a kerb weight of 196 kg, Scram 440 is also heavier, whereas X440 tips the scale at 190.5 kg.
      Harley-Davidson X440
      The lower weight and higher performance metrics give Harley-Davidson X440 the advantage in power-to-weight ratio. Also, the X440 platform is surprisingly agile and responds well to corners and feels very light on its feet, masking its 190.5 kg kerb weight quite beautifully. The main contributor in this regard might be the USD front forks X440 offers as standard, while Scram 440 doesn’t, even as an option. X440 gets twin shock absorbers at the rear.
      Royal Enfield’s Tripper Screen with Google Maps is an optional add-on, and a semi-digital instrument cluster is offered as standard. In contrast, X440 offers a 3.5-inch colour TFT instrument cluster as standard, while the top-spec S trim offers Bluetooth connection with navigation support and music controls. Lighting is all LED with X440, whereas turn indicators are still Halogen units on Scram 440. Both motorcycles offer disc brakes at both ends with dual channel ABS. More

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      Honda SCR125 Scooter Patented In India – Smaller Than Activa, Dio

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      Honda SCR125 Scooter Patented In India
      India’s leading scooter manufacturer, Honda, seems to be interested in expanding its scooter portfolio. We say this because the company has just patented Honda SCR125 scooter in India and might have launch intentions. This is a smaller scooter that will slot below Activa and Dio, if it is launched in India. Let’s take a look.
      Honda SCR125 Scooter Patented
      Being the largest scooter manufacturer in India, Honda has found great success from Activa and Dio. Primarily Activa. However, the company has not found any success with scooters below the Activa and Dio. We’ve had Navi scooter X Motorcycle which didn’t appeal to buyers and we had CliQ, which didn’t click.
      Honda SCR125 Scooter Patented In India
      Now, Honda has patented SCR125 Xisha scooter in India, which could launch as a smaller scooter below Activa and Dio. Honda Scooter and Motorcycles India (HMSI) has not officially confirmed whether it will launch SCR125 Xisha or not. Also, there is a good probability of this patent just being an IP protection exercise, just like the Honda CG 160.
      Honda SCR125 Xisha
      Where design is concerned, Honda SCR125 Xisha is a conventional and practical step-through scooter for families. It has apron-mounted halogen headlight and handlebar-mounted turn indicators. Rear design is conventional too as it has a halogen tail light and halogen turn indicators at both ends.
      Honda SCR125 Xisha
      Specs & Features
      For practicality, Honda is offering two open glove boxes behind the apron along with a hook. There’s a USB charging port beside a conventional keyhole, a solid stainless steel rear shelf, a single-piece comfortable seat, spacious floorboard, alloy wheels, disc brake setup at the front and a parking brake.
      Honda SCR125 Xisha
      Instrument cluster is simple and is of analogue type completely. Fuel tank has 6L capacity, minimum ground clearance is 110 mm, wheelbase is 1,245 mm and the kerb weight is 103 kg. Honda SCR125 Xisha is powered by a 125cc engine that is rated at 8.85 bhp of peak power and an 88 km/h top speed.
      Also read – Honda NWX125 scooter patented in India More

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      Yamaha Sales Breakup Jan 2025 – R15, FZ, MT-15, RayZR, Fascino

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      New Yamaha MT15 – Patna BikesTeam Blue started the sales for calendar year 2025 with a total of 55,545 units of motorcycles and scooters sold in India in January 2025. While the company registered a massive 51.02% MoM growth over 36,780 units sold in December 2024, gaining 18,765 units in volume, Yamaha also witnessed a 10.96% YoY decline as opposed to 62,384 units sold in January 2024, losing 6,839 units in volume YoY.
      Yamaha Sales Breakup Jan 2025
      The company’s best-selling vehicle was a scooter. Particularly, the RayZR 125, which sold 15,209 units last month. When compared to 12,047 units sold last year and 12,002 units sold a month before, RayZR registered a 26.25% YoY and 26.72% MoM growth and accounted for 27.38% of Yamaha’s total sales. Volume growth stood at 3,162 units YoY and 3.207 units MoM.
      In 2nd place, we have FZ range of street motorcycles with 11,399 units sold cumulatively. FZ range of motorcycles accounted for 20.52% of company’s total sales, down from 3.27% in December 2024. When compared to 14,678 units sold a year ago and 8,558 units sold a month before in December 2024, FZ saw 22.34% YoY decline and 33.20% MoM growth.
      Yamaha Sales Breakup Jan 2025 – YoY
      Yamaha recently showcased the FZ-S V4.0 Hybrid at Auto Expo 2025 which also gets an updated instrument cluster with a TFT screen, Bluetooth connectivity and navigation features. Launch is likely to happen soon and we should expect it to make a bigger impact in the 150cc to 160cc street bike segment against Bajaj’s Pulsars and TVS’ Apache.
      R3 and MT-03 sold 2 units combined
      Yamaha’s premium street fighter, MT-15, sold 10,640 units last month and secured 3rd position on this list and contributed 19.16% of Yamaha’s total sales. Sales witnessed a 29.65% YoY decline, losing 4,484 units in volume. However, MT-15 clawed its way back to glory as it doubled its sales MoM at 103.68% MoM growth, gaining 5,416 units in volume.
      The fully faired Supersport version of MT-15, the YZF-R15, sold 8,264 units last month and was Yamaha’s 4th best-selling vehicle. Just like MT-15, R15 saw YoY decline of 14.59% and a massive MoM gain with almost double the volumes at 93.58% growth. R15 accounted for 14.88% of Yamaha’s total sales.
      Yamaha Sales Breakup Jan 2025 – MoM
      Yamaha’s most affordable scooter, Fascino, sold 8,261 units last month and registered 1.04% YoY growth and 50.89% MoM growth, gaining 85 units YoY and 2,786 units MoM. The company’s flagship scooter, Aerox 155, sold 1,770 units with a 33.28% YoY decline and 41.83% MoM growth.
      Yamaha’s multi-cylinder lineup, R3 and MT-03 sold a total of 2 units in January 2025. R3 and MT-03 got major price cut on 31st January 2025. Effect of which, will be reflected in the sales chart of February 2025 month. The company has also patented 2025 R3 with the latest design language, which might launch by 2025 end and replace current model. More

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      Honda CG 160 Design Patented In India – Specs, Details, Key Info

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      Honda CG 160 Design Patented In IndiaIndia has been one of the, if not, the largest market for motorcycles and scooters. Almost all major OEMs operate in India. Leading the scooter segment here is Honda, which has just patented a new 160cc motorcycle design in India. Thus sparking speculations for a potential launch to rival other 160cc offerings.
      Honda CG 160 Design Patented
      Called Honda CG 160, this premium 160cc commuter motorcycle is one of Brazil’s best-selling motorcycles. It has 48 years of legacy in Brazil and is currently in its 9th generation model, which has been a popular choice for Brazilians since 2015. In Brazil, Honda offers CG 160 in multiple versions to suit buyer’s needs.
      Honda CG 160 Design Patented In India
      These versions are called CG 160 Start, CG 160 Fan, CG 160 Titan and CG 160 Cargo. Price for these motorcycles range from BRL 16,440 (Rs 2.49 lakh) and goes till BRL 17,430 (Rs 2.64 lakh). All four of these motorcycles come equipped with the same 162.7cc single cylinder air cooled engine.
      Where design is concerned, the motorcycle patented in India looks almost identical to what is on sale in Brazil. It is a premium commuter in the 160cc class. It gets a sculpted fuel tank with tank shrouds that lend it a muscular appeal. Depending on the model, Honda also offers funky dual-tone colourways and some of them offer painted alloy wheels as well.
      Honda CG 160 Brazil
      Specs & Features
      This motorcycle rides on 18-inch alloy wheels on both ends, wrapped with 80-section tyre at the front and 100-section tyre at the rear. Honda CG 160 gets disc brakes at both ends. There are RSU telescopic front forks at the front and win shock absorbers at the rear. All these components are mounted on a Diamond frame.
      Honda CG 160 Brazil
      Wheelbase is 1,311 mm, while minimum ground clearance is 190 mm and has a seat height of 796 mm. Dry weight of this motorcycle is 120 kg and has a fuel capacity of 14L. Features-wise, Honda CG 160 gets LED headlights and LED tail lights, while turn indicators are halogens. Seat is of single-piece type and has spilt grab rails for some aggression in the design.
      Honda CG 160 Brazil
      Powertrain & Launch Details
      Powering it all, we have a 162.7cc SOHC single-cylinder air cooled engine. This engine is capable of developing 14.4 bhp of peak power and 13.8 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 5-speed gearbox. This engine is also compatible with Ethanol fuel and boasts slightly higher performance metrics when run on Ethanol fuel.
      Honda CG 160 Brazil
      Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India has not confirmed whether CG 160 will launch in India. However, the company has a history of patenting their global motorcycles in India as part of their IP protection exercise. Currently, Honda already has Unicorn and SP160 on sale in India operating in this displacement class. More

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      Jawa 350 Legacy Edition Launch Price Rs 1.99 L – Extra Goodies For Free

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      Jawa 350 Legacy Edition LaunchCommemorating the one year anniversary of Jawa 350, the company is launching a limited production special edition for no additional cost. Called Jawa 350 Legacy Edition, it is made available with all existing variants across all authorised dealerships in India. Let’s take a look at everything new.
      Jawa 350 Legacy Edition Launch
      For an introductory price of Rs 1.99 lakh, Classic Legends has launched the Jawa 350 Legacy Edition, which commemorates the one year anniversary of the launch of this motorcycle. Legacy Edition for Rs 1.99 lakh (Ex-sh) is for limited time period only and is applicable to 500 customers only and it offers extra goodies for no additional cost.
      Jawa 350 Colours
      The colour palette include timeless Maroon, the commanding Black, the vibrant Mystique Orange, & the solid variants: Stunning Deep Forest, Grey, and Obsidian Black. Jawa 350 was launched a year ago and is a direct rival to Royal Enfield Classic 350, which has emerged as an absolute phenomenon, where sales is concerned.
      With Jawa 350 Legacy Edition, the company is offering special inclusions like a touring visor, a pillion backrest, a premium crash guard, a premium leather keychain and a collector’s edition Jawa miniature. These elements are offered at no additional costs, adding value for the 500 Jawa 350 Legacy Edition buyers.
      Legacy Edition Kit
      Jawa 350 Legacy Edition continues to be powered by the Alpha2-t engine which is rated for 22.5 PS of peak power and 28.1 Nm of peak torque. This engine might look like a retro air-cooled engine from the outside, but that is only aesthetic and nostalgic attention to detail. In reality, this engine is very modern as it is liquid-cooled with a DOHC 4V/cyl head.
      Legacy Edition Kit
      This engine gets a slip-and-assist clutch and a modern 6-speed gearbox. Both ends get disc brakes with dual-channel ABS for sure-footed braking. Dual exhausts lend a classic look and give a distinctive exhaust note. 178mm ground clearance and the option for alloy wheels and tubeless tyres are notable too.
      Legacy Edition Kit
      Statement by Classic Legends
      Sharad Agarwal, Chief Business Officer, Classic Legends, shared, “Since the launch of Jawa 350 last year the motorcycle has been loved by our customers and the riding community alike. The Jawa 350 embodies the perfect balance of timeless design and modern performance, staying true to the heritage that has defined Jawa for generations.
      One of its most remarkable attributes is its adherence to the golden ratio—a design principle that ensures perfect proportions for both aesthetics and ride dynamics, just like the legendary Jawas of yesteryears. With the Legacy Edition, we’re offering riders an even more immersive experience – superior comfort, enhanced protection and a touch of added glamour making this milestone celebration truly special.” More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Jan 2025 – Classic, Hunter, Bullet, Himalayan

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      Royal Enfield Meteor 350In recent times, Royal Enfield has not shown any major signs of sales decline. That was true with January 2025 as well, as the company registered a total sales of 81,052 units. When compared to 70,556 units sold in January 2024 and 67,891 units sold in December 2024, Royal Enfield gained 14.88% YoY and 19.39% MoM, with volume growth of 10,496 units YoY and 13,161 units MoM.
      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Jan 2025
      The company’s best-seller continues to be Classic 350, which sold 30,582 units last month and accounted for 37.73% of RE’s total sales, down from 43.65% in December 2024. When compared to 28,013 units sold last year and 29,637 units sold a month before, Classic 350 registered 9.17% YoY growth and 3.19% MoM growth. Volume growth was 2,569 units YoY and 945 units MoM.
      2nd best-seller from Royal Enfield stables was the iconic and evergreen Bullet 350 which sold 19,163 units last month. Sales grew by 22.92% YoY over 15,590 units sold last year and 36.40% MoM over 14,049 units sold a month before. Bullet 350 accounted for 23.64% of RE’s total sales and garnered a volume growth of 3,573 units YoY and 5,114 units MoM.
      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Jan 2025 – YoY
      Royal Enfield’s 3rd best-seller was also its most affordable offering, Hunter 350. With 15,914 units sold, Hunter 350 accounted for 19.63% of company’s total sales along with a 17.57% YoY growth and 15.79% MoM growth. Hunter 350 witnessed 2,378 units volume gain YoY and 2,170 units volume gain MoM.
      Himalayan sales doubled MoM
      Royal Enfield’s most expensive 350cc motorcycle, Meteor 350, was the company’s 4th highest-selling offering. With 8,373 units sold, Meteor 350 registered 12.86% YoY and 31.53% MoM growth. Meteor 350 accounted for 10.33% of total Royal Enfield sales, up from 9.38% in December 2024.
      The 650 Twins emerged as the company’s best-selling multi-cylinder motorcycles. With 3,130 units sold 650 Twins (Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650) 38.99% YoY growth and more than doubled its sales MoM with 113.8% MoM growth. Volume gain was 878 units YoY and 1,666 units MoM.
      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Jan 2025 – MoM
      In 6th place, we have Royal Enfield Himalayan at 2,715 units sold last month. This is the first RE to register a negative growth YoY with 18.47% decline. MoM, there was a 111.28% growth. Super Meteor 650 took 7th place on this list and registered 80.05% YoY growth and 160% MoM growth by selling 749 units.
      Newer and much-hyped Guerrilla 450 sold 349 units with 57.13% MoM decline, when compared to 814 units sold in December 2024. Lastly, we have Shotgun 650 with 77 units sold and 68.44% MoM decline over 244 units sold a month before. More

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      Top 10 Scooters Jan 2025 – Activa, Jupiter, Access, iQube, Ola, Chetak

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      New TVS JupiterBeing among the top 10 scooters in India is a big thing, considering India is the world’s largest motorcycle and scooter market. The top position in January 2025 was held by Honda Activa, like clockwork. Together, these top 10 scooters accounted for 4,89,038 units with 9.69% YoY growth and 29.3% MoM growth over 4,45,848 units and 3,78,211 units respectively. Volume growth stood at 43,190 units YoY and 1,10,827 units MoM.
      Top 10 Scooters Jan 2025
      The country’s highest-selling scooter position is firmly held by Honda Activa for a very long time. January 2025 was no different. With 1,66,739 units, Activa registered a 4.04% YoY decline over 1,73,760 units sold last year and 37.82% MoM growth over 1,20,981 units sold a month before. Activa alone accounted for 34.10% of the sales on this list, up from 31.99% in December 2024.
      In 2nd position, we have TVS Jupiter which accounted for 22.05% of the sales on this list. TVS sold 1,07,847 Jupiters last month, which led to a 45.30% YoY growth when compared to 74,225 units from last year and 21.63% MoM growth as opposed to 88,668 units from a month before. This resulted in volume growth of 33,622 units YoY and 19,179 units MoM.
      Top 10 Scooters Jan 2025 – YoY
      Suzuki took both 3rd and 4th positions on this list with Access 125 and Burgman Street 125 with 54,587 and 25,607 units sold last month. Access registered a 1.44% YoY decline, losing 799 units in volume and 4.61% MoM growth, gaining 2,407 units in volume. In contrast, Burgman saw 61.36% YoY and 25.29% MoM growth with volume gain of 9,738 units YoY and 5,169 units MoM.
      Ola sales fell by 24.94% YoY
      In 5th place, we have India’s best-selling electric scooter in January 2025, which is TVS iQube. With 24,991 units sold, iQube accounted for 5.11% of total sales of this list with 59.67% YoY and 24.94% MoM growth. Volume gain stood at 9,339 units YoY and 4,988 units MoM. Honda Dio took 6th position on this list with 0.92% YoY growth and a massive 75.63% MoM growth.
      The highest MoM sales growth on this list was recorded by Ola S1 at 76.72%, which just entered its Gen 3 Phase. Selling 24,336 units last month, Ola S1 range of scooters registered a 24.94% YoY decline, when compared to 32,424 units sold last year and 13,771 units sold a month before.
      Top 10 Scooters Jan 2025 – MoM
      TVS’ third scooter on this list was Ntorq 125, which took 8th place on this list with 23,795 units sold. Ntorq witnessed a 12.61% YoY drop in sales, while MoM sales went up by 58.83%. Bajaj’s Chetak sold 21,045 units in 9th place with 48.79% YoY and 0.12% MoM growth. Lastly, we have Yamaha RayZR with 15,209 units sold and registered 26.25% YoY and 26.72% MoM growth. More

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      Triumph Scrambler 400X Cross Spoke, Thruxton 400 Spied Together

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      Triumph Scrambler 400X Cross Spoke & Thruxton 400Aligning with consumer needs and preferences, Triumph continues to update its 400cc range with new features and body styles
      Following the successful market reception of the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X, Triumph expanded its lineup with Speed T4 and is testing a Scrambler T4. Triumph is testing a Scrambler 400X Cross Spoke variant as seen with the new spy shots. Additionally, Triumph is working on a new cafe racer model based on the Speed 400. Speculated to be called Thruxton 400, both these vehicles have been spied together. Let’s take a look.
      Triumph Scrambler 400X Cross Spoke Wheels
      It is possible that cross-spoke wheels for Triumph Scrambler 400 X could be offered as an accessory option. It could be accessible to existing users as well, a strategy similar to Royal Enfield. Cross-spoke wheels are gaining popularity as they combine the off-road-ability of wire-spoke wheels with convenience of tubeless tyres.
      Triumph Scrambler 400X Cross Spoke
      Spoke wheels perform better on off-road tracks, while tubeless tyres reduce the risk of flats. Managing a flat can be quite stressful, especially when one is exploring remote locations. Many enthusiasts go for tubed-to-tubeless conversions, but reliability can be an issue.
      With cross-spoke wheels, Triumph has effectively addressed its customers’ pain points. Earlier, Royal Enfield had followed a similar approach for the Himalayan 450. Along with the cross-spoke wheels, Scrambler 400 X can also be seen with a front beak. Most other visual details are largely the same as the current model.
      Triumph Scrambler 400X Cross Spoke
      Triumph 400 Cafe Racer – Key features
      Expanding the accessible 400cc platform for enthusiasts, Triumph is working on a new cafe racer model based on the Speed 400. Latest spy shots reveal the bike in near-production-ready form. Some of the key highlights include a bikini fairing, round headlamp and a retro curved windscreen.
      Triumph Scrambler 400X Cross Spoke
      The bike has bar-end rear-view mirrors, clip-on handlebars, a sculpted fuel tank and a single-piece seat. Tail section design appears distinctive in comparison to that of Speed 400. Riding stance of Triumph’s new 400cc bike has a mix of traditional cafe-racer ergonomics and sport-touring.
      Triumph Thruxton 400
      A noticeable forward-leaning position is needed to reach the low-set clip-ons. Foot pegs are only slightly rear-set, something that balances control and comfort. These features make the cafe racer suitable for both everyday fun riding as well as longer journeys across highways.
      Triumph Thruxton 400
      Powertrain Details
      Talking about performance, both these motorcycles will be using the same 398.15 cc, liquid-cooled, DOHC, single-cylinder engine. It generates 40 PS and 37.5 Nm of torque and is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The bike has USD forks at front and a gas mono-shock setup at the rear. Both ends have 17-inch alloy wheels, with 300 mm front and 230 mm rear disc brakes. Dual-channel ABS will be offered as standard.
      Triumph Thruxton 400
      Similar to Speed 400, the cafe racer is likely to use an analogue speedometer with an integrated multi-function LCD screen. Upcoming Triumph cafe racer is expected to be positioned between the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X. These are priced at Rs 2.40 lakh and Rs 2.65 lakh, respectively. The most affordable Triumph one can buy in India is the Speed T4 (Rs 1.99 lakh).
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