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      2W Retail Sales May 2023 – Hero, Honda, TVS, Bajaj, RE, Suzuki, Yamaha, Ola, Ather

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      Image – R RohitAhead of revision in FAME II subsidies there was frenzied buying of electric two wheelers which boosted retail sales in May 2023It was on May 19, 2023 that the Ministry of Heavy Industries announced a reduction in subsidies provided under the FAME II scheme for electric two-wheelers to come into effect from June 1. This led to a spate of buying of electric vehicles and automakers such as Ola, Ather and Ampere have reported sales increase by several fold.Overall, there had been 14,93,234 two wheelers sold in May 2023, a 9.32 percent growth over 13,65,924 units sold in May 2022. MoM retail sales of two wheelers also improved from 12,29,911 units sold in April 2023.Two Wheeler Retail Sales May 2023Hero MotoCorp topped sales charts once again with 5,30,658 units sold in May 2023, up from 5,12,150 units sold in May 2022. Market share of the company however, fell to 35.54 percent from 37.49 percent YoY. The company has now brought in its OBD-II and E20 compliant XPulse 200 4V in May 2023.A YoY de-growth was reported by Honda, retail sales of which fell to 2,69,557 units in May 2023, from 2,91,752 units sold in May 2022. At No. 3 on this list was TVS Motor with a YoY growth in retail sales down to 2,52,247 units in the past month, up from 1,85,645 units sold in May 2022. This was a volume growth of 66,602 units. It was the TVS iQube that contributed good numbers to retail sales and the company sits on over 30,000 pending orders for this electric scooter.Two Wheeler retail sales May 2023Bajaj Auto also posted a YoY growth in retail sales to 1,86,150 units in May 2023 from 1,44,585 units sold in May 2022. Market share improved to 12.47 percent from 10.59 percent YoY. The Chetak electric scooter, listed under Chetak Technologies has recorded sales of 98 units in the past month.Royal Enfield and Suzuki Motorcycle have seen retail sales improve to 68,570 units and 61,442 units respectively in May 2023 along with market shares which currently stand at 4.59 percent and 4.11 percent respectively. Retail sales of Yamaha Motors declined to 44,386 units last month. This was against 48,919 units sold in May 2022.Electric 2W Retail Sales May 2023It was the electric two wheeler segment that saw all the action in May 2023. Sales of Ola electric surged to 28,469 units in the said month, up from 9,269 units sold in May 2022. Retail sales of Ather Energy also went up to 15,266 units in May 2023 from 3,338 units sold in May 2022. Details of the new Ather 450S have emerged on the company website and will be opened for bookings from July 2023.Another electric two wheeler maker to boast of increased sales last month was Ampere Vehicles with 9,618 units sold in May 2023, up from 6,178 units sold in May 2022. Okaya sales surged to 3,875 units from just 19 units sold in May 2022. However, Okinawa sales dipped to 2,905 units in May 2023 from 9,305 units sold in May 2022.The list also included Piaggio with 2,830 units sold last month, down from 4,309 units sold in May 2022 and Classic Legends, retail sales of which dipped to 2,333 units in May 2023 from 3,577 units sold in May 2022. Hero Electric sales also fell to 2,109 units in May 2023 from 2,971 units sold in May 2022 while BGauss Auto entered the list with 1,813 unit retail sales in the past month. There were others in this segment that also contributed 11,006 units to total retail sales but with a severe de-growth when compared to 53,613 units sales in May 2022. More

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      2023 Hero HF Deluxe Launch Price Rs 60k – New Colours, USB Charging, Tubeless Tyres

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      2023 Hero HF Deluxe LaunchedUpdates to 2023 Hero HF Deluxe will allow improved competencies against rivals like recently launched Honda Shine 100One of the popular entry-level commuters in the country, HF Deluxe is the second bestselling bike in Hero MotoCorp’s portfolio. It is already a member of the 20-million sales club. With the updates, HF Deluxe will be looking to achieve new milestones and ensure a better overall experience for users.With new features, 2023 HF Deluxe has improved capabilities to take on rivals. It continues to be affordably priced, starting at Rs 60,760 for the kick-start variant. The self-start variant is priced at Rs 66,408.Hero HF Deluxe – What’s newFor folks who prefer sportier styling, Hero has introduced a new Canvas Black Edition of HF Deluxe. It’s essentially an all-black theme that covers the headlamp cowl, engine, leg guard, fuel tank, exhaust pipe, alloy wheels and grab rails. The handlebar, telescopic front forks and rear suspension retain the shiny chrome finish, creating an exciting contrast with the blacked-out theme. The Canvas Black Edition gets 3D HF Deluxe emblem on side panels, adding more character to the bike.2023 HF Deluxe also gets a new stripes portfolio, which is a new graphics theme for the bike. The new sporty graphics significantly enhances the bike’s visual appeal. The new stripes graphics can be seen on the headlamp cowl, fuel tank, side panels and under-seat panels. Users can choose from four different colour options under HF Deluxe stripes portfolio. It includes Nexus Blue, Candy Blazing Red, Heavy Grey with Black and Black with Sports Red.2023 Hero HF Deluxe LaunchedIn terms of equipment, HF Deluxe now offers a USB charger. Alloy wheels with tubeless tyres have also been introduced with Self and Self i3S variants. Other highlights include side stand indicator and toe guard. Hero is offering five years warranty as standard, along with five free services with HF Deluxe.Hero HF Deluxe – Performance, specsThere are no changes to mechanical aspects of the bike. Powering HF Deluxe is a 97.2cc air cooled, 4 stroke, single cylinder OHC BS-VI (OBD-II compliant) Programmed Fuel Injection engine with ‘XSens Technology’. Hero XSens offers a range of benefits such as high fuel efficiency, longer engine life, stable rides, effortless acceleration and minimal maintenance.The engine churns out 8.02 PS of max power and 8.05 Nm of peak torque. This is the same as that of 100cc Splendor Plus. The engine is mated to a 4-speed gearbox. Rival Honda Shine has a 98.98 cc engine, producing 7.38 PS and 8.05 Nm.2023 Hero HF Deluxe Launched2023 HF Deluxe is 1965 mm long, 720 mm wide and 1045 mm tall. It has a wheelbase of 1,235 mm. Seat height is 805 mm. With ground clearance of 165 mm, HF Deluxe can tackle a wide variety of terrain. The bike has a long seat length of 733 mm, which makes it suitable for pillion riders as well as for carrying heavy cargo. Kerb weight of 112 kg (self-start) ensures stability at high speeds. More

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      Ola electric scooter rides into the Sea – What happens next?

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      Ola electric scooter test ride into the Arabian seaOla S1 Pro ocean test reveals that the scooter has some good waterproofing to protect its internalsElectric scooters are gaining popularity, but doubts remain in terms of how they will perform in extreme conditions such as heavy rains and flooded streets. With similar questions in mind, Youtuber Aki D Hot Pistonz decided to put his Ola S1 Pro electric scooter to the most extreme test one can possibly think of. If you have an ocean next to your home, it is easy to predict where things are headed.Vehicles being driven into the ocean is not something new. But this is probably the first time we are seeing an electric scooter taking on the mighty ocean. Thanks to the scooters’ superior build quality, both man and machine were safe. However, we do not recommend such stunts, as it can lead to injuries, financial loss and even possibility of legal action. Such stunts can be really dangerous and could result in loss of life as well.Ola S1 Pro vs. Arabian OceanIt’s great fun to ride your bike on a beach. But deciding to take it deep into the sea, is plain foolish. We have seen cars getting stuck on beaches, as some folks were exploring their adventurous side. One would expect something similar with a scooter, but that wasn’t the case with Ola S1 Pro.The scooter was slowly ridden inside the ocean. Water level continued to rise, till a point when the scooter was completely submerged. The rider even let go of the scooter and just let it sit on the ocean bed, fully submerged in water.Ola electric scooter fully submerged in waterSalty water is even more dangerous for electric scooters, as it can conduct electricity and cause short circuits. Moreover, the ocean was in a bad mood due to the approaching monsoon season. The high waves were exerting a lot of pressure, which could have easily led to water seepage inside the scooter. The usual expectation would be that an electric scooter will simply shut off when fully submerged inside the ocean. One would also predict that the touchscreen will go kaput. Surprisingly, none of these things happened with Ola S1 Pro.[embedded content]The scooter remained operational all throughout and the touchscreen was functional as well. The scooter was ridden in hyper mode after coming out of water, which shows that everything was perfectly fine. The charging socket was completely dry, with not even a single drop of water. Only the under-seat storage compartment was wet.Ola S1 Pro vs Burgman, R15, Himalayan drag raceIn the video, the Youtuber also performs a 400 meter drag race with powerful two-wheelers such as Suzuki Burgman, Yamaha R15 and Royal Enfield Himalayan. With a top speed of 116 kmph, Ola S1 Pro emerged victorious in all the three races. While Burgman was easy to beat, the race was neck and neck with R15 and Himalayan.A range test was also performed, wherein Ola S1 Pro achieved 177 km of true range. This was possible with optimal use of the scooter’s regenerative braking system. Last month, Ola electric scooter sales were at 35,000 units – which is their highest ever monthly sales till date. More

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      TVS Motor Sales May 2023 – Apache, Jupiter, XL100, Ntorq, Raider

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      New TVS RaiderTVS Motor two wheeler sales has posted exceptional YoY growth – TVS has over 30k pending orders of the iQubeTVS Motor Company has released sales figures for May 2023. It may be seen from the attached table that YoY sales growth was seen across motorcycle and scooter sales as well as where the company’s moped and e-scooter were concerned. Exports on the other hand have been lackluster, finishing in the red, both in terms of two and three wheelers.TVS Motor Company has registered 9.12 percent sales growth in May 2023. Sales (2+3 W) stood at 330,609 units in the past month, up from 302,982 units sold in May 2022. This was a volume growth of 27,627 units. On a MoM basis as well, the company has reported a 7.96 percent growth from 3,06,224 units sold in April 2023.TVS Motor Sales May 2023Talking exclusively about the company’s two wheeler sales, growth was reported across motorcycles, scooters, moped and sole electric scooter – iQube. Motorcycle sales improved by 9.21 percent to 1,62,248 units in May 2023. Up from 1,48,560 units sold in May 2022. It was also a 6.49 percent MoM growth from 1,52,365 units sold in April 2023. Motorcycle share currently stands at 50.81 percent. TVS motorcycle range includes Apache, Raider, Sport, etc.Scooter sales also saw a YoY growth of 2.52 percent to 1,03,203 units in May 2023, up 2,538 units as compared to 1,00,665 units sold in May 2022. MoM sales of scooters dipped 3.99 percent from 1,07,496 units sold in April 2023. TVS scooters include Jupiter, Ntorq, iQube, Scooty Pep+, etc.TVS Motor sales May 2023 vs May 2022 – YoY comparisonTVS Motor has been seeing good demand for the iQube e-scooter, sales of which surged to 17,953 units in May 2023, up 580.81 percent as against 2,637 units sold in May 2022. On a MoM basis as well, sales improved by 188.31 percent from 6,227 units sold in April 2023. From 1st June 2023, the company has increased prices of the TVS iQube in the range of Rs 17,000 to Rs 22,000 depending on variant.There is also the TVS XL 100 moped, sales of which increased by 42.32 percent YoY and 54.17 percent MoM to 52,844 units. This took total two wheeler domestic sales up 31.97 percent to 2,52,690 units in the past month up from 1,91,482 units sold in May 2022. MoM sales improved by 8.47 percent from 2,32,956 units sold in April 2023.Exports of two wheelers were lower on a YoY basis by 30.31 percent to 66,605 units from 95,576 units shipped in May 2022. MoM exports however improved by 7.72 percent over 61,830 units shipped in April 2023. Two wheeler total sales increased by 11.23 percent YoY and 8.31 percent MoM to 3,19,295 units in May 2023.TVS Motor sales May 2023 vs Apr 2023 – MoM comparisonTVS Motor 3W Sales and ExportsIn the three wheeler segment the company posted positive YoY sales in domestic markets but finished in the red in terms of exports. 3W domestic sales stood at 1,312 units in the past month, up 4.54 percent from 1,225 units sold in May 2022. MoM sales however, dipped 18.26 percent from 1,605 units sold in April 2023.Exports on the other hand fell on a YoY basis by 31.82 percent to 10,002 units from 15,669 units sold in May 2022. MoM exports saw a marginal increase of 1.72 percent from 9,833 units shipped in April 2023. Total 3W sales fell 28.95 percent YoY and 18.26 percent MoM to 11,314 units. More

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      New KTM 390 Duke production starts – Gets bigger 399cc engine?

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      New KTM 390 Duke production startsThe new engine on 2023 KTM 390 Duke will probably displace 399cc as opposed to 373cc in outgoing model – 45+ bhp and 40+ Nm torque is possibleProspect of a new KTM 390 Duke is an exciting one. For there are a lot of updates coming with it. From a revised engine to new design, this 2023 update for KTM’s highest selling motorcycle is an important one. The updates on this will define other motorcycles like RC 390 and 390 Adventure as well.Launch seems to be nearing as there are more spy shots of production-spec models. The recent spy shot shows an uncamouflaged new KTM 390 Duke from the front at what appears to be Bajaj manufacturing plant in Pune. We can see a bunch of Pulsar motorcycles in the background.New KTM 390 Duke spied againThe last sighting of this motorcycle was abroad and on road and it didn’t feature camouflage too. Given the frequent sightings, we would wager that launch might be nearing. KTM is yet to disclose whether the new 390 Duke will debut in India or abroad.Regardless, we like what we see. KTM has stuck to its edgy design language but executed it differently with its latest iteration. There are multiple inspirations from the bigger 1290 Super Duke R. Even the new 390 Duke’s colour is a direct inspiration from Super Duke R. Headlights follow a similar theme as the outgoing model, but executed differently.New KTM 390 Duke production startsLED DRL signature is now not continuous as in the outgoing model and is an overall smaller unit. There is a new TFT display as well. KTM has placed it higher for easy visibility. Fuel tank is slightly different and gets pronounced tank shrouds. These lend a lot of character and aggression to the motorcycle. Frame and new 5-spoke alloys are finished in bright Orange, typical KTM.That said, both alloys and trellis frame are brand new along with rear subframe, split design seats and rear tail lights. There is a ‘T’ shape in the tail light LED signature that reminds me of TVS Ronin’s headlight LED signature. Disc rotors are now bolted directly on alloys and calipers are radially mounted too as before.Has displacement gone up to 399cc?The main change could be in its engine. A new engine architecture is evident from spy shots. Speculations suggest a larger 399cc displacement along with 45+ bhp of power and 40+ Nm of torque. For context, outgoing 390 Duke displaces 373cc and generates 42.9 bhp of power and 37 Nm of torque.Bump in features is likely too. We expect additions like traction control and cornering ABS, both of which are already present with RC 390 and 390 Adventure. Asking for wheelie control would be pushing it a little. That said, features like Quickshifter+ (bi-directional clutchless shifts), ride-by-wire, Bluetooth connectivity, will be on offer like on the outgoing model. More

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      Kinetic e Luna First Pictures Leak Online – Likely To Get Pedals

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      Kinetic e Luna First PicturesThe first leaked image of Kinetic e Luna suggests presence of pedals that could come handy while on the go, if battery exhaustsFor a long time, Luna ruled the Indian moped market. So impactful that people still call all mopeds Luna. Like Xerox is every copying machine and Jeep is every ladder-frame vehicle. Such was its impact. Now, Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions is launching a new electric vehicle and bringing back the iconic Luna name.Recently, CEO Sulajja Firodia Motwani revealed the finalised name “e Luna”. And now, the first image of e Luna has leaked online. It is a no-brainer that Kinetic would stick to Luna’s iconic design language to establish semblance with the blast of the past. Let’s take a look at everything new.Kinetic e Luna First Pictures Leak OnlineRecently, the CEO revealed the confirmed e Luna name. In the same Tweet, she also kindled our memories with the iconic “Chal Meri Luna” advert of the yesteryears as well. This iconic Luna of the past is the primary source of inspiration for new Kinetic e Luna. The leaked images show how e Luna maintains a similar silhouette.The new e Luna is still unmistakably a Luna. Kinetic has playfully added a dash of sophistication with a red contrast used against black base colour. It lends some character to this moped. There are chrome wire-spoke rims at both ends. These are likely to be 16” in size, similar to TVS XL100. Headlight is a round reflector unit, housed in a square housing.Kinetic e Luna First PicturesLeaked image suggests telescopic front forks, but there is a good chance that these might be just shock absorbers too (think Activa 3G). Rear gets dual shock absorbers for weight-bearing capability. There are split seats on offer on e Luna. Rear seat might have a removable function to accommodate luggage.Kinetic e Luna is likely to be primarily a commercial vehicle for the last mile delivery sector (both B2B and B2C models). Front step-through passage and rear removable seats might be enough for most last mile delivery applications. Leaked image suggests presence of pedals too, which would come in handy when battery runs out.Electric powertrain for commercial applicationsNew e Luna will feature an electric powertrain. Kinetic hasn’t revealed battery and motor specs. We would wager that a small battery with 50 to 100 km of range from a single charge is highly likely. This is likely to be a fixed battery, unlike Honda Benly e, which features a removable battery and will target a similar market upon launch.In terms of features, we expect bare minimum. For example, a digital instrument cluster (LCD), halogen headlights, tail lights and turn indicators, crash guard at the front, a grab rail at the back, drum brakes at both ends and not a lot more. Pricing could be around Rs. 50,000 mark.Source More

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      Honda 2W May 2023 Sales – Challenges As Numbers Plunge

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      New Honda ActivaHonda 2W May 2023 Sales Shake Up – Mayhem in Numbers is a Rollercoaster RideIn May 2023, Honda two-wheeler sales were subdued. Domestic sales stood at 3,11,144 units. Exports accounted for 18,249 units, resulting in a total of 3,29,393 units. A year prior, in May 2022, domestic sales were slightly higher at 3,20,844 units, whereas exports were 32,344 units. That amounted to a total of 3,53,188 units.This indicates a decline for Honda 2W May 2023 sales compared to the previous year. With a difference of -9,700 units domestically and -14,095 units in exports, culminating in an overall decline of -23,795 units.May 2023 Sales Slump: Honda Two-Wheelers Battle the OddsAnalysing the year-on-year growth percentage reveals a negative trend. Domestic sales witnessed a decline of -3.02 percent. Exports experienced a significant decrease of -43.58 percent in May 2023 compared to May 2022.This downward trend suggests that Honda faced challenges in both the domestic and international markets. Examining sales market share distribution for May 2023, as always, domestic sales held a dominant position at 94.46 percent of total sales.Honda 2W sales May 2023Honda Two-Wheeler Sales Take a Dive: May 2023’s Rollercoaster RideExport market sales share is significantly smaller, accounting for only 5.54 percent of Honda’s overall sales. This stark contrast highlights the company’s heavy reliance on the domestic market, which could pose risks if domestic demand were to decline.Shifting focus to the month-on-month performance, comparing Honda 2W May 2023 sales with April 2023, Honda experienced a decline in both domestic and export sales. Domestic sales dropped by -27,145 units, exports declined by -18,209 units, resulting in an overall decrease of -45,354 units. This signifies a negative growth rate of -8.02 percent on a month-on-month basis.Mayhem in May: Sales Encounter a Rocky RoadAnalysing the market share for April 2023, Honda domestic sales held a dominant share of 90.27 percent, with exports contributing a mere 9.73 percent to the overall sales. However, the declining sales figures for both domestic and export markets indicate a challenging business environment for Honda during this period.Month-on-month comparison indicated a negative growth rate, reflecting a challenging business environment for Honda during this period. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales May 2023 at 77k – Starts CKD Ops in Nepal

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      Royal Enfield Meteor 350Royal Enfield sales and exports for the month May 2023 stood on a positive note in both YoY and MoM analysis in domestic market – While exports took a hit YoYThe Chennai-based motorcycle manufacturer has unprecedented popularity in classic and retro motorcycles both here in India and abroad. With a slew of 350cc, 650cc and 411cc motorcycles, Royal Enfield pretty much has a motorcycle for everyone. The company will introduce a new 450cc platform that will take sales figures even higher.The highest selling range in Royal Enfield’s portfolio is 350cc. There are a multitude of 350cc bikes in the portfolio including Bullet 350, Classic 350, Hunter 350 and Meteor 350. Together, Royal Enfield sold 69,038 units of 350cc bikes. Compared to 53,835 units sold a year ago, RE saw 28% YoY growth.Royal Enfield Sales May 2023YTD sales till May 2023 include 1,33,766 units which is 27% higher YoY over 1,05,399 units sold between Apr 2022 – May 2022. While the 350cc business is booming, Royal Enfield saw a slight setback in 350cc+ motorcycles. These includes the 411cc Himalayan and Scram along with Interceptor 650, Continental GT 650 and Super Meteor 650.This setback accounted for 14% YoY decline as Royal Enfield sold 8,423 units of 350cc+ motorcycles last month as opposed to 9,808 units a year ago. This trend persisted with YTD numbers too. Royal Enfield sold 16,831 units of 350cc+ bikes between April 2023 and May 2023, which was 17% less than 20,399 units it sold in the same period a year ago.Royal Enfield Sales and Exports May 2023In total, Royal Enfield managed to sell 77,461 units (350cc + 411cc + 650cc). With the highly popular 350cc motorcycles lift the numbers, Royal Enfield showed an overall 22% YoY growth as opposed to 63,643 units sold in May 2022. YTD sales demonstrated a strong 20% YoY growth with around 25K units gained in volume.Exports for the month May 2023Royal Enfield’s exports didn’t show the same growth that the company demonstrated in the domestic market. In fact, there was no growth at all. Instead, Royal Enfield lost 34% in exports YoY. The company shipped precisely 6,666 units last month, which was not enough to surpass 10,118 units shipped a year ago.In YTD analysis, this effect is even pronounced as there was 41% YoY decline. The company sold 10,921 units between April 2023 and May 2023 and in the same period last year, the company sold 18,421 units. That said, Royal Enfield has performed better than it did in April 2023 with 68,881 units sold in domestic market and 4,255 units shipped globally.Royal Enfield Sales and Exports May 2023Royal Enfield CKD operations in NepalRoyal Enfield has announced a new CKD facility in Nepal. This is RE’s 5th CKD unit outside of India – after Brazil, Thailand, Colombia and Argentina. RE Nepal plant will have a capacity to assemble 20k units annually. Operations will start with the assembly of Classic 350 and Sram 411. The modern facility is spread over 1 lac sq ft and will cater to growing demand in Nepal. More