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      Ultraviolette F77 Launch Set On November 24, 2022

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      Ultraviolette F77 launch scheduled for November 24, 2022 starting with Bengaluru, followed by other cities in a phase-wise scheduleUltraviolette F77 Launch Date AnnouncedWith a bright spotlight shining on 2W EV segment in India, we have seen multiple companies jumping on this bandwagon. Setting a firm foot in this segment at this time is paramount. As young as Indian 2W EV segment is, we have seen multiple newcomers and mainstream manufacturers alike charge forward.Hero MotoCorp recently launched its Vida V1 line of electric scooters too. Only a few mainstream manufacturers operational in India have not boarded this train yet. Newcomers like Ola have created a stronghold in premium electric scooter space and even tops the 2W EV retail charts in September 2022.Led by Narayan Subramaniyam, Ultraviolette Automotive is keen on building a name for itself. The Bengaluru-based company has a manufacturing facility in Electronic City, and has announced the launch of its maiden EV, Ultraviolette F77, on November 24, 2022. Let’s take a look at what’s what.Ultraviolette F77 LaunchThe company claims over 5 years of R&D, and rigorous testing. F77 is said to have garnered 70,000 pre-launch booking interests from as many as 190 countries. Ultraviolette F77 launch will reveal 3 variants – Airstrike, Shadow and Laser. Each of these has been designed to reflect a certain identity, and personality.Ultraviolette F77 electric sports bike specsFor starters, F77 is an all-out performance electric motorcycle. It gets a hybrid design language incorporating traits of a street bike and a faired motorcycle. Value-added features include dual-channel ABS, adjustable suspension, multiple drive modes, and regenerative braking to name a few.Ultraviolette recently commenced production trials of F77 at its manufacturing facility situated in Electronic City, Bangalore. It is powered by in-house battery technology. According to Ultraviolette, F77 has been tested for endurance under various terrains and weather conditions across the country.Launch and PricingNarayan Subramaniam has been actively pushing content related to development of F77 on social media platforms. Much of its design is already known. It gets a street-fighter-like headlight with integrated DRLs and beefy suspension covers that lends a lot of muscle. Target audience is likely to appreciate the design elements that make F77 a muscular machine from the front.Side panels neatly cover the frame and battery pack. While at the rear, design tends to lean towards sport bikes with a sleek number plate holder. Riding posture is very aggressive, and offers a lot of leverage and front-end feel. With a committed riding posture like this, and instantaneous acceleration associated with EVs, we don’t see why F77 can’t be the next big thing on tracks.It gets a mid-mounted motor and a chain drive sends power to the rear wheels. A phase-wise roll-out plan begins at Bengaluru, followed by other cities. Designed and engineered in India, Ultraviolette is subsequently looking to launch F77 across US and Europe as well. Pricing will be announced at launch. More

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      Royal Enfield 650cc Spied With Fairing – Conti GT 650R Launch Plan?

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      With 47 bhp of power and 52 Nm of torque, Royal Enfield GT-R 650 will offer brisk performance like regular Conti GT 650Royal Enfield 650R Spied.Royal Enfield has exemplary experience in extracting the most out of a given platform. Its current J-Series platform and 411cc platform have spawned multiple flavours of motorcycles. The company’s 650cc twin-cylinder platform was offered in two options as well. One, a relaxed classic named Interceptor 650 and other, a sporty Cafe Racer named Continental GT 650.A Super Meteor 650 or a Thunderbird X 650, and a 650cc scrambler are also in the works. We have seen another version of GT 650 named GT-R 650 that races in Continental GT Cup. GT-R 650 is not on sale.Royal Enfield 650cc Spied With FairingBut it seems that Royal Enfield is toying with the idea of launching a faired Continental GT 650. A new RE 650cc test mule has been spied in Chennai. It dons a bikini fairing that amplifies GT 650’s retro appeal even further. For starters, the fairing that this test mule is equipped with, is very similar to the Royal Enfield GT-R 650 race bike.Speaking of GT-R 650, it gets a single seat and a retro bikini fairing at the front that adds a lot of old-world charm to the already charming Continental GT 650. Mechanically, Royal Enfield GT-R 650 was kept identical. To make it race-worthy, weight was reduced by as much as 25 kg from the stock. Heavier exhaust was replaced with a lighter and free-flow unit. Electricals like headlights, blinkers and the lot were discarded as well.Royal Enfield 650R SpiedRE Conti GT 650R got lower set clip-on handlebars than stock and rear-set pegs along with a belly pan which is required in a racing bike. Other changes include a revised front sprocket and slick tyres. If Royal Enfield had come up with a fully-faired GT 650 like Cerra GT 865, it would be rad.Conti GT 650R test mule is of Dux Deluxe colour and has been spotted with a remote adjuster for its rear twin shock absorbers. This feature is likely for suspension tuning by the tester and is highly unlikely to make it to production. Continental GT 650 is also spotted testing with alloy wheels that might make it to GT-R 650.What To Expect?Production-spec version of the test mule is likely to be called GT-R 650 and will get a bikini fairing that extends to its fuel tank. Same round headlight unit with a halogen bulb is likely to be retained. Due to added fairing, front blinkers will be repositioned.Royal Enfield 650R Spied – Suspension adjusterStandard ORVMs are replaced by bar end units on this test mule. Test mule has mounting points in place for a full set of fairing as well. There is a possibility that Royal Enfield may also offer the fairing as an accessory for existing customers as well.Aftermarket accessories for Royal Enfield are in abundance, including a fairing for 650. So, RE might offer a fairing for Continental GT 650 in the form of a genuine accessory. We can expect a slight price bump for Royal Enfield GT-R 650 over regular Continental GT 650. Launch can take place sometime in 2023.Image Source More

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      Keeway SR 125cc Launch Price Rs 1.19 Lakhs – SR250 Launch Soon

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      Keeway India has launched yet another motorcycle today – It is the SR125 street styled retro motorcycleKeeway SR125 Launched. Image – Gaadi Start.Hungarian brand Keeway had previously announced of launching 8 2W vehicles in India. Out of which, a retro 125cc street bike was in the works. Since its launch in India partnered with AARI, we have seen the launch of Vieste 300, Sixties 300i scooters, K-Light 250V and V302C cruiser bikes and K300 R faired sports bike and K300 N naked.These add up to make 6 2W in total. Last time we checked, 6 is not 8. So, there is room for 2 more launches from Keeway. One of them was launched today, and it is the Keeway SR125. Next, they will be launching SR250 in India. Price of the Keeway SR 125cc is Rs 1.19 lakh, ex-sh. Bookings are now open. Three colours are on offer – White, Black and Red.Keeway SR 125cc Launch PriceWith the launch of SR125 and SR250, Keeway will have successfully launched 8 2W vehicles in the country. Keeway as a brand, comes under QJMotor’s umbrella along with Benelli. QJ, in turn, comes under the umbrella of Geely. At its home turf, China, QJ has a slew of 125cc, 150cc, 200cc and 250cc motorcycles and scooters in its portfolio.QJ125(150)-26A, QJ125-9H, QJ125-16R, QJ125(150)-22T, QJ125(150)-26E and QJ125(200)-2G have 125cc, 150cc and 200cc engines. The SR125 launched in India, dons the same 125cc engine making around 10.05 bhp of power and 8.9 Nm of torque and weighing around a ballpark of 120 kg. Take a look at the detailed walkaround video below, credited to Gaadi Start.[embedded content][embedded content]On the other hand, we have a Keeway SR250 retro bike which is likely to launch next. QJ has three 250cc engines. One is a V-twin that does duties on K-Light 250V and SRC250 that was showcased at the 2021 GIIAS held in Indonesia. It makes 18.4 bhp and 19 Nm. Among the other two 250cc engines, one displaces 249cc and the other displaces 252cc.Keeway SR125 LaunchedSRK250RS (QJ250GS-29E) and SRC250 (QJ250-9) gets a 249cc 4V engine that makes 27.5 bhp and 22.5 Nm coupled to a 6-speed gearbox. QJ250-3B and QJ250-3 gets a 252cc Inline 2-cylinder engine with 4V and oil cooling that develops 17.5 bhp and 16.5 Nm, coupled to a 5-speed gearbox.Design & PricingKeeway SR250 retro street bike and scrambler hybrid is likely to get one of the above-mentioned engines. Keeway India and its sales partner AARI haven’t divulged anything related to these motorcycles yet. Now that we have the specs out of the way, it is likely that both SR125 and SR250 will follow similar design traits.Keeway SR125 LaunchedSR125 was a good looker and that will be carried over to SR250 as well. Cycle parts are also likely to be similar. SR250 might get fatter tyres in contrast to SR125. Mr. Vikas Jhabakh, Managing Director, Keeway India, said, “I am pleased to launch the all-new Keeway SR125. With the SR125, we aim to introduce the budding motorcycle enthusiast into the Keeway family. It’s simple yet attractive, classic old school design, peppy performance and uncomplicated operation is sure to resonate with those looking a simple yet enjoyable riding experience.” More

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      Electric Scooter Discounts Oct 2022 – Ampere, EVeium, GT Force

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      What started as a trickle is now turning into a deluge, with electric two-wheelers registering strong growth every monthElectric Scooter Discounts Oct 2022To promote sales, electric two-wheeler manufacturers have announced attractive festive offers and discounts in October. The list includes OEMs like Ampere, GT Force and EVeium. Benefits worth up to Rs 15,000 can be availed by customers.Hopefully, these offers and discounts will help increase total sales of electric two-wheelers in FY2022. Already, the numbers have crossed 2.31 lakh. This is a major leap, as compared to 40,837 electric two-wheelers sold in FY21. With five more months to go in FY22, EV sales could easily touch 4 lakh units.Ampere Electric offersGreaves Electric Mobility Private Limited (GEMPL), the e-mobility unit of Greaves Cotton Limited, has launched a range of offers to make it easier for customers to own their Ampere electric scooter. The offers are available across all Ampere dealerships and valid till October 31. Cash benefit is up to Rs 2,500 and there’s an attractive exchange scheme as well. Customers can get financing of up to 95% of the cost of a scooter. A competitive 8.25% p.a. interest rate will be applicable on the loan amount.In a special scheme, Ampere is also offering customers a chance to test ride and win the popular Magnus EX electric scooter. In addition, special offers for private and government employees have been announced.Electric Scooter Discounts Oct 2022GT Force festive discountBased out of Manesar in Haryana, GT Force offers a range of electric two-wheelers. As part of its festive scheme, a discount of Rs 5,000 is available for GT Prime Plus and GT Flying electric scooters. These are among the brand’s most popular scooters. The cheapest among the two is GT Flying, which is offered at a starting price of Rs 52,500. With the 5k discount, the scooter can be purchased at Rs 47,500. GT Prime Plus is priced at Rs 56,692 and buyers can get it for Rs 51,692 with the discount offer. GT Force festive scheme is a limited period offer that is valid till October 31.GT Force has presence in states like Karnataka, Maharashtra, Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. More than 100 dealerships are currently functional, spread across 80 cities. GT Force has a monthly production capacity of 5,000 units.EVeium festive discount offerEVeium Smart Mobility is offering bumper discounts of up to Rs 15k on three of its popular electric two-wheelers – Cosmo, Comet, and Czar. EVeium is part of Ellysium Automotives, the auto arm of the United Arab Emirates-based META4 Group.Among the three scooters, Cosmo is available at a starting price of Rs 1,39,200. Discount available for Cosmo is Rs 12,701. Comet is priced at Rs 1,84,900, which will be available for Rs 1,69,499, after applying discount of Rs 15,401. Czar is the costliest, priced at Rs 2,07,700. It is being offered with a discount of Rs 15,201. The discount scheme is valid till October 31. Customers can approach their nearest EVeium Smart Mobility showroom to avail the discount offer. Bookings can be done online as well for Rs 999. More

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      Two Wheeler Retail Sales Sep 2022 – Honda, TVS, RE, Yamaha, Jawa, Yezdi

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      Two Wheeler retail sales stood at 10,15,702 and saw 9.02% YoY growth, W.R.T. Sep 2020, 3.91% drop and W.R.T. September 2019, 14.05% dropTwo Wheeler Retail Sales Sep 2022Even though Hero MotoCorp trumps the wholesales, it is Honda that took the crown in September 2022 with 2,84,160 units, up from 2,40,640 units sold in September 2021. Market share stood at 27.98%, up from 25.83% last year. With Activa being its highest-seller, Honda also has CB Shine to rival Hero’s budget commuters.Hero MotoCorp sold 2,50,246 units, down from 2,78,630 units and market share dropped to 24.64% from 29.9%. With Splendor, Passion and Glamour series, Hero is the undisputed king in wholesale. TVS Motor saw 1,70,796 Two Wheelers sold with a rise from 1,42,801 units sold in September 2021 with a market share of 16.82%, up from 15.33% last year.Two Wheeler Retail Sales Sep 2022Next in line is Bajaj Auto with 1,05,914 sales which saw a decline from 1,18,918 units in September 2021. Bajaj had a 12.769% market share in September 2021 which dropped YoY to 10.43. Bajaj’s Pulsar series is its highest performer and has a cult following in India too.Commenting on how Two Wheeler retail sales September 22 performed, FADA President, Mr. Manish Raj Singhania said, “2W segment showed a growth of 9% YoY but fell by -14% from Sept’19. Due to increased input costs, 2W companies raised prices by 5 times in the past year. Apart from this, RBIs fight with inflation saw rate hikes that continued to make vehicle loans expensive”.Two Wheeler Retail Sales Sep 2022 – YoYAt 5th place, we have Royal Enfield with 55,415 Two Wheeler retail sales. Which is up from 33,063 units sold in September 2021. Royal Enfield now has a 5.46% market share over a 3.55% share last year. Suzuki takes 6th place with 54,256 units sold in September 2022 over 45,653 units sold in September 2021. Suzuki’s market share stood at 5.34%, up from 4.90% in September 2021.At 7th place, we have Yamaha with 43,390 units, up from 40,710 units sold in September 2021. Market share saw a drop with just 4.27% in September 2022 over 4.37% in September 2021. Ola Electric takes 8th place overall and is the highest-selling Two Wheeler EV manufacturer in terms of retail sales in September 2022. It sold 9,432 units and has a market share of 0.93%.Okinawa Autotech takes 9th place overall and is the second highest-selling 2W EV manufacturer after Ola. With 8,172 Two Wheeler sold over 3,266 units in September 2021, Okinawa has more than doubled its retail sales YoY. Market share stands at 0.8%, up from 0.35% in September 2021.Two Wheeler Retail Sales Sep 2022 – MoMAmpere Shows Massive Growth10th place is taken by Hero Electric followed by Ampere and Ather Energy. All these companies saw solid growth YoY with Ampere showing exceptional YoY growth. Sales stood at 7,880 units, 6,073 units, and 6,150 units respectively. Sales are up from 6,293 units, 786 units and 2,175 units respectively in September 2021.Next is Piaggio, followed by Classic Legends selling under Jawa and Yezdi brands. Piaggio sales stood at 3,063 units, while Classic Legends sales stood at 2,813 units. Piaggio sales dropped YoY from 3,957 units sold in September 2021. Classic Legends saw a rise over 2,400 units sold in September 2021. Other brands (including EVs) combined, sold 7,942 units. All-in-all, Two Wheeler retail sales for the month September 2022 stood at 10,15,702 units, up from 9,31,654 units sold in September 2021. Note: The above numbers do not have figures from MP, LD & TS. More

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      Bajaj DARKSTAR Name Registered – Pulsar Based Adventure Motorcycle ?

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      Bajaj Auto is working on launching range of adventure motorcycles – It is likely to be christened DARKSTARBajaj registers the name DARKSTARADVs are all the rage right now in 2W space. Even though they won’t challenge the sheer sales of a Splendor or an Activa, they are one of the most sought-after types of motorcycles. Especially for Indian conditions with not-too-delightful road conditions.In 4W PVs, pseudo SUVs have sprung up like clockwork. Similarly, in motorcycles, we have pseudo ADVs like Honda CB200X and the likes. These look like ADVs and offer a good stance, but don’t come equipped with off-road-worthy hardware.Bajaj Darkstar Name RegisteredBajaj is no stranger to pseudo ADVs. We got the AS200 which is well forgotten today. Dubbed as Adventure Sports, it was based on an NS200 and got a bikini fairing of sorts. Recently, Bajaj Darkstar name was trademarked which is speculated to be the Indian bike maker’s next ADV or pseudo-ADV based on Pulsar 250 platform.The trademark filed by Bajaj Auto has passed formality checks. Darkstar is likely to be the name of an upcoming motorcycle. There have been reports in the past which said that Bajaj is working on launching ADV motorcycles. It is likely that Darktsar is an ADV based on the new Pulsar 250cc platform.Bajaj DarkStar Name RegisteredWith demand for ADVs on the rise, a manufacturer like Bajaj Auto would not want to miss the opportunity. After the AS200, Bajaj never ventured into ADVs again. Currently, Hero XPulse 200 is the most accessible ADV / off-roader on the market. We also have Honda CB200X, Suzuki V-Strom SX 250, Royal Enfield Himalayan, and more.Bajaj already offers a wide variety of Pulsars today. We have regular Pulsar 125, a sporty NS125, Pulsar 150, NS160, recently launched N160, NS200, RS200 and lastly, based on the new 250cc platform, Pulsar N250 and F250. An ADV based on this new 250cc platform would make Bajaj’s portfolio stronger and hence reach a more customer base.What To Expect?This is not the first time an ADV by Bajaj is making news. There have been multiple rumours before, but nothing materialised. If Darkstar ADV does become a reality, there is a high possibility of it being offered with the new Pulsar 250cc platform instead of the KTM-derived 250cc engine that does duties on Dominar 250.Cycle parts are likely to be identical to the Pulsar F250. We do hope Bajaj considers offering a 19” front and 17” rear spoked wheel combo and slightly longer travel suspension forks. It would make a world of difference in beaten paths and will stand out from pseudo ADVs. We don’t expect 21” and 18” combo offered with XPulse 200 and even Rally Kit, even though it would be very nice.Pulsar 250cc twins make 24.5 PS and 2.15 Nm and are coupled to a 5-speed gearbox. It gets a slipper clutch and dual-channel ABS that are likely to be offered on the supposedly upcoming ADV from Bajaj. Until the company officially reveals further info, Bajaj Darkstar name will be a mystery. More

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      Royal Enfield 650cc Cruiser New Spy Shots – Debut Next Month Expected

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      While it will not have any direct rivals, Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 can work as an affordable option in comparison to Kawasaki Vulcan SRoyal Enfield 650cc Cruiser New Spy ShotsRoyal Enfield Super Meteor 650 has been spotted yet again on road tests, showcasing its prominent street presence, retro styling and relaxed ergonomics. Even when it is dimensionally huge, the bike has friendly vibes. It’s flowy design with curvy panelling is quite like an artwork created with great passion and finesse. It’s something that instantly draws you in and makes you want to take it out for a spin.When launched, Super Meteor 650 is likely to be Royal Enfield’s new flagship bike. It will target both domestic and international markets, especially Europe. Launch price is expected to be around Rs 3.5 lakh, making it the most expensive Royal Enfield till date. However, it will still be almost half the price of other similar capacity cruisers such as Kawasaki Vulcan S (Rs 6.40 lakh).Super Meteor 650 featuresA top-of-the-line product from the Chennai-based manufacturer, Super Meteor 650 will be getting some premium hardware. Key among them is USD forks at front. Super Meteor will be among the first of Royal Enfield bikes to get USD forks. As of now, 650 twins Continental GT and Interceptor have standard telescopic forks at front.USD forks offer multiple benefits such as improved stability, higher cornering speed and safer braking. At rear, Super Meteor has twin shocks, similar to the ones used on 650 twins. The bike has disc brakes at both ends and dual-channel ABS will be offered as standard. Front wheel is slightly larger, whereas the rear wheel has a wide tyre for optimal traction.Royal Enfield 650cc Cruiser New Spy ShotsIn terms of styling, Super Meteor 650 has round headlamp and rear view mirrors, tear-drop fuel tank, split seat, a long exhaust pipe and broad rear fender. The scooped-up rider seat comes with thick foam, which should ensure adequate comfort during long-distance touring. Handlebar is positioned at a raised height and the footpegs are forward set.Super Meteor 650 specsPowering Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 will be the same engine as used with 650 twins. The 648cc, parallel-twin, air-oil-cooled motor pumps 47.6 PS of max power and 52 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox. Super Meteor 650 is expected to get assist and slipper clutch. For reference, the 649 cc, liquid cooled, parallel twin motor onboard Kawasaki Vulcan S generates 61 PS and 62.4 Nm.Instrument cluster could be similar to that of Meteor 350. The bike has a larger semi-digital dial on the left and the smaller tripper navigation display on the right. Considering the growing preference for connectivity tech, Super Meteor 650 could get some new connectivity features.Royal Enfield 650cc Cruiser New Spy ShotsApart from Super Meteor 650, Royal Enfield is working on a couple of other 650cc bikes as well. These will help the company to maintain its dominance in the middleweight segment. In 500cc+ motorcycle segment, 650 twins currently command a market share of more than 80%. New Royal Enfield 650cc Cruiser is expected to make its global debut at the EICMA 2022 in Milan next month.Image source More

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      Yamaha Scooter Modified With R1 Inspired Body – Performance Boost

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      In international markets such as Europe, Yamaha TMax has been a popular choice ever since it was launched in 2001Yamaha TMax Scooter ModifiedTMax is considered by many as a product that popularized the concept of maxi-scooters. Over the years, Yamaha has introduced new updates to improve overall aesthetics, usability and performance. In its current form, Yamaha TMax checks all the right boxes in terms of attractiveness, comfort, ergonomics and ride dynamics.However, when it comes to personal tastes and preferences, there’s always room for tweaks and upgrades. That’s exactly what Ortolani Customs has done in this customization project that utilizes a brand-new Yamaha TMax. The custom bike is named Titan, which justifies its hyper styling, unique features and possibly best-in-class performance.Yamaha TMax Titan hyperscooterA custom workshop based in Nice, France, Ortolani Customs is primarily focused  on motorcycle customizations. So, when a request for TMax came in, it was kind of surprising for the team at Ortolani Customs. Initially hesitant, folks at the workshop finally decided to take this project as a challenge. The client had wanted a more dynamic look and feel for TMax, along with performance improvements. All these requirements were successfully met through the use of custom-made as well as aftermarket components.Yamaha TMax Titan custom bike has much of the plastic bodywork removed. This required a complete teardown of the maxi-scooter to begin with. In its place, the bike gets handmade panels made from aluminium. Incredibly sleek finish of the handmade bodywork indicates the massive amount of elbow grease that has gone into this project.Yamaha TMax Scooter ModifiedWhile the front fascia looks familiar to Yamaha R1, the rest of the bike was modified based entirely on the bike modifier’s imagination. Customized Yamaha TMax gets an exciting dual-tone theme of Porsche 911 GT3RS green and Lotus yellow accents. This colour theme complements the bike’s sleek profile.Yamaha TMax Titan functional upgradesModified TMax gets larger 17-inch wheels, taken from an Aprilia RSV4. These not only improve ride dynamics, but also enhance the bike’s street presence. Change of wheels has been followed up with upgrading the braking apparatus with ABS.  Stock belt drive system has been replaced with a chain drive system to support more rugged performance.Other key updates include Rizoma Stealth mirrors that are functionally and aesthetically relevant. These units reduce drag and ensure easy viewability. Saddle has also been upgraded, featuring a custom-made unit from NMB Design. Its design is inspired by Porsche and Lotus. The dashboard has been completely revamped, although all the stock functions have been retained. The custom-made TFT dash was created by Marseille-based DEV’MOTO.Topping it all is enhanced power output of over 50 hp, as compared to 47 hp of the stock unit. Performance boost has been achieved with components from Malossi and HP Corse. More