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      Hero Sales, Exports Breakup Feb 2022 – Splendor, Passion, Glamour, Maestro

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      Hero MotoCorp reports YoY and MoM domestic sales decline in February 2022 in a slow start to Q4 FY22Image – Unseen AutoHero MotoCorp reports 31.58 percent decline in domestic sales in February 2022. Sales are down to 3,31,421 units from 4,84,405 units at volume loss of 1,52,984 units. MoM sales decline is reported at 7.58 percent, down from 2,58,607 units. Volume loss stood at 27,186 units. Performance in the first two months of the ongoing quarter is already stressed.Hero Sales Breakup Feb 2022Of this, Splendor sits atop the sales chart at 1,93,731 units, down from 2,47,422 units. Volume decline stood at 53,691 units at 21.70 percent decline. MoM sales decline is at 7 percent, down from 2,08,263 units at volume loss of under 15k units. For both January, and February 2022, Splendor sales accounted for over 58 percent of Hero’s domestic sales.Hero HF Deluxe sales fell by 40 percent, down at 75,927 units from 1,26,309 units. Volume loss stood at 50,382 units. Mom sales declined 11.64 percent, down from 85,926 units. Volume loss stood at 10k units. Glamour sales were flat at 37,406 units, up from 27,375 units. MoM sales improved 12 percent, up from 24,473 units at volume gain of just under 3k units.While Hero motorcycles rule the two-wheeler market, its scooter sales volume is much smaller. Pleasure sales fell to 14,207 units from 23,106 units. At 38.51 percent decline, volume loss is 8.9k units. MoM sales are up from 13,195 units at volume gain of just over 1k units. Passion sales fell to a fifth at 7,196 units from 34,417 units. Volume loss is 27,221 units at 79.09 percent decline. MoM sales fell 38.80 percent, down from 11,759 units.Hero Sales Breakup Feb 2022Hero Maestro sales are down at 4,417 units from 5,899 units. Sales fell by a quarter at volume decline of 1,482 units. MoM sales fell from 5743 units at a 23.09 percent decline. Xpulse 200 sales are up at 4,270 units from 2,861 units. MoM sales improved by over a third, up from 3,132 units.Hero Xtreme 160R sales fell to 3,593 units, down from 4,985 units. Volume loss stood at 1,392 units at 27.92 percent decline. Mom sales improved from 3,067 units. Destini 125 sales decline is steepest at 94.40 percent, down to 674 units from 12k units. MoM sales are down from 3,049 units.Hero Exports Breakup Feb 2022Compared to domestic sales, Hero MotoCorp Feb exports volume is marginal. For Feb ’22, the manufacturer reported growth of 27.98 percent. Exports are up at 26,792 units from 20,934 units. Volume gain is just below 6k units. Mom export growth is reported at 22.81 percent, up from 21,816 units. Volume gain is reported at just under 5k units.Hero Exports Breakup Feb 2022Exports are topped by Hunk at 9,458 units, up from 1,846 units. Volume gain stood at over 7.5k units. MoM exports fell from 20,642 units. Splendor exports are up at 7,684 units from 6,631 units. MoM export is up from 4,030 units at volume gain of 3,654 units. HF Deluxe exports more than doubled at 5,454 units, up from 2,444 units.MoM Glamour exports are up at 1.9k units from 1.2k units. MoM exports fell from 2,772 units to a 31.31 percent decline. Passion export volume stood at 1,904 units, up from 630 units. Maestro exports fell to 342 units from 430 units. Export volume for Pleasure, Destini 125, Xpulse 200 and Xtreme 160/200 totaled to less than 250 units. More

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      2023 Harley Davidson 500cc Motorcycle Spied – Royal Enfield Rival

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      New 500cc roadster is one of the many upcoming entry-level models from Harley Davidson developed specifically for developing marketsNew Harley Davidson 500cc MotorcycleIn recent times, Harley Davidson has been working on developing a wide range of new entry-level models for its lineup. The iconic American brand joined hands with Chinese automaker Qianjiang, parent company of Benelli, a few years back for developing affordable small- and mid-capacity engines and platforms.Recently, some concrete details of the upcoming Harley Davidson 338R were revealed online. Although no spy images of this model have been published yet, this upcoming bike is expected to be the first model to come out of this Sino-US alliance. The next bike to be developed as part of this joint venture has also been caught on camera recently.2023 Harley Davidson 500cc Motorcycle SpiedAs per a media report, this unnamed motorcycle has been caught undergoing a dyno test at a closed testing facility. These latest spy shots have been grabbed from a video uploaded by QJ Motor, a subsidiary of Qianjiang Group, and uploaded on a Chinese website. In all probability, this is a new 500cc bike that has been spotted for the first time.From looks of it, the motorcycle shares an uncanny resemblance with a typical Harley Davidson roadster. For starters, it gets a familiar retro design with signature styling highlights like a round headlamp with a silver-colored bezel, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank and a single-pod instrument console. Other visual highlights include circular rearview mirrors, a single-piece seat and a broad bobber-style fender at rear.New Harley Davidson 500cc MotorcycleFurther solidifying its significance is the fact that ‘HD 500′ has been scribbled on the rear registration plate mountings placed on the rear tyre hugger. While the prototype doesn’t boast of a Harley Davidson branding anywhere, it does flaunt its new orange logo on the fuel tank which has been seen in recent models like Pan America and Sportster S.Internals borrowed from Leoncino 500However, underneath its retro design, the bike shares a lot in common with Benelli. For instance, the exposed steel trellis frame has probably been borrowed from Leoncino 500. Same is the case with other hardware components like a suspension setup comprising upside-down forks up front and a mono-shock at rear, radially-mounted brake callipers, alloy wheels and swingarm.In all probability, this upcoming Harley Davidson motorcycle will be powered by a 500cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engine that has also been lifted from Leoncino 500. This unit belts out 47 bhp at 8500rpm and a peak torque of 46 Nm at 6000rpm. The 8-valve motor is paired with a six-speed gearbox.New Harley Davidson 500cc MotorcycleExpected LaunchAs seen from the latest spy shots, the prototype appears to be nearing its final production stage, courtesy of a number plate mount and turn indicators. There could be minute changes at the time of its launch like some more chrome touches which make it look more like a Harley Davidson.While the bike’s market launch is expected sometime in 2023, we can expect Harley to show a glimpse of this model at EICMA later this year. It is likely to rival Royal Enfield 650cc motorcycles.Source More

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      2022 Yamaha R15 V3 Red And Black – New Colour Launch Soon

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      With new colour schemes on offer, Yamaha R15S V3 will become a more tempting buy for customers not willing to spend more on the new V4 modelYamaha R15S V3 Metallic Red. Image for reference.Six months ago, Yamaha launched a new generation model of R15 in India named YZF R15 V4. The entry-level sportbike received a fair bit of upgrades and a substantial price hike to go with. To offer a more affordable version of R15, Yamaha launched R15S V3 in the market which is based on the previous third-gen model of the baby superbike.This came at a slightly smaller price tag and a few misses as compared to the current fourth-gen model. When launched a few months back, Yamaha had offered only a single variant with a single Racing Blue colour option for R15S V3. The Japanese bikemaker has decided to add two more shades to the palette of this mini superbike.Yamaha R15S V3 – New Colour SchemesThe fully-faired motorcycle will be made available in two new paint schemes including Dark Knight Black and Red. These new colour options are expected to go on sale April 11 onwards and could be priced at a slight premium over the Racing Blue colour scheme which is tagged at Rs Rs 1.58 lakh (ex-showroom).Apart from new paint schemes, no other updates are expected to be made in R15S. Addition of new colour options should aid the motorcycle in attracting more customers in the country. While the old- and new-gen models of R15 get similar underpinnings and powertrain, they receive a very different styling in order to distinguish themselves apart.2022 Yamaha R15S V3 Dark Knight, Image for reference.R15S V3- Styling HighlightsFor starters, a notable variation is the revised styling of R15 V3 as opposed to R15 V4. The former gets a familiar twin-beam LED headlamp at front as opposed to a single beam headlamp housed inside the front apron of V4. Additionally, R15S V3 gets a unibody single-piece saddle as opposed to a split-style seating setup in R15 V4.Other visual highlights of R15S include a raised windscreen, a side-mounted exhaust canister, a muscular fuel tank, a stepped-up seat and arrowhead-shaped rearview mirrors. It rolls on black alloy wheels, a fuel tank with a capacity of 11 litres and a kerb weight of 142 kgs.Features & SpecsIn terms of features, R15S V3 is packed with features like full LED lighting, a digital multi-function LCD instrument cluster with gear shift indicator and a side stand with an engine cut-off switch. Hardware configurations include a familiar delta box frame that sits on 41mm telescopic forks up front and a mono-cross unit mounted on an aluminium swingarm.Braking duties are handled by single disc brakes at both ends aided by a dual-channel ABS. Powering R15S V3 is a 155cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 4-valve engine that is equipped with variable valve actuation (VVA) technology. This motor pumps out 18.34 bhp at 10,000rpm and a peak torque of 14.1 Nm at 8,500rpm while being mated to a 6-speed gearbox via a slipper and assist clutch.Source More

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      2023 Royal Enfield Himalayan 450cc Spied Testing For First Time

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      A diversified portfolio with new products like Himalayan 450cc will help Royal Enfield to stay ahead in the gameRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450ccAs part of its long-term strategy, Royal Enfield is working to launch an average of one new/updated product every quarter. One of these is Royal Enfield Himalayan 450, which has just been spied. It is expected to be available for sale in first quarter of 2023. Although the basic silhouette looks familiar to Himalayan 411, Himalayan 450 utilizes an entirely new platform.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 styling and featuresCodenamed K1, Himalayan 450 comes across as a premium Adv bike. It can emerge as a viable alternative to the likes of KTM 390 Adventure, BMW G310GS and other similar Adv bikes. The core Himalayan DNA is retained, as evident with features such as round headlamp and rear-view mirrors, raised front fender and matching frame construction.Use of spoke wheels, shod with knobby tubeless tyres is another feature that’s common to both bikes. Himalayan 450 is likely to use 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wheel, the same setup as that of current Himalayan.Just like Himalayan 411, users can expect relaxed riding ergonomics with Himalayan 450. It’s made possible with features such as centrally placed footpegs, thick saddle and pulled-back, wide handlebar. Upswept exhaust in metallic finish is another similar looking feature.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450cc Render by BikewaleIn terms of things that give Himalayan 450 a unique identity, the bike gets a compact windscreen, trendier fuel tank design, and single-piece seat. It could be equipped with a new digital instrument console. The bike is likely to ditch much of the exoskeleton that can be seen with Himalayan 411. For users who may need it, the front and rear rack could be offered as an accessory.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450cc – engine and specsPowering Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 will be a liquid cooled, single cylinder motor that generates 40 bhp of max power. Just like other Adv bikes, Himalayan 450 will focus on delivering better performance in low and mid-range. As of now, torque for Himalayan 450 has not been revealed.Existing Himalayan is powered by a 411cc motor that churns out 24.3 bhp and 32 Nm. It is mated to a 5-speed, constant mesh gearbox. In comparison, KTM 390 Adv is powered by a 373cc motor that delivers 43 bhp and 37 Nm. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. BMW G310GS is powered by a 313cc motor that generates 34 bhp and 28 Nm. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox.Himalayan 450 will be utilizing a trellis frame and is likely to be lighter than Himalayan 411. It will have USD forks at front, as compared to conventional telescopic forks used with Himalayan 411. Front suspension travel and ground clearance could be on the higher side. Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 is expected to be priced at around Rs 2.7 lakh (ex-sh). It will be cheaper than KTM 390 Adventure (~ Rs 3.28 lakh) and BMW G310GS (~ Rs 3 lakh).Source More

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      Royal Enfield Scram 411 Review – Better Than Himalayan?

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      Royal Enfield Scram 411 feels like a Himalayan in most ways yet it is able to please you with its qualities that aren’t like the ADVRoyal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 ReviewRoyal Enfield hit a gold mine when it launched Himalayan back in 2016. It was the first true adventure bike for the entry-level segment in India which only had a Hero Impulse (a not-so-worthy predecessor to Xpulse) at that time. Like all Royal Enfield motorcycles, Himalayan too had its limitations.However, in this case, limitations had more to do with riders than the bike itself. Its daunting appeal, heavy feel, difficulty in manoeuvring and very tall stance, made it a complicated affair for newbie riders. With feedback received from buyers, Royal Enfield decided to offer something simpler to the buyers in terms of accessibility.Hence, it led to the birth of Scram 411 which is a leaner, a little less sophisticated and a more affordable derivative of Himalayan. It promises to do almost everything that the latter is able to do and offer a bit more. The new bike offers an easier riding experience for someone who is looking to buy his/her first big bike. So is it as fun as Himalayan or does it fall short in an attempt to be something entirely different? Let’s find out.Design- Same yet DifferentAt first glance, one can clearly identify its Himalayan lineage with a similar structure and stance. That said, multiple components have been deleted from the package which lends Scram a whole different appearance. For starters, gone are those huge side braces, that large windscreen and beak upfront and a nifty luggage rack rear.Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 ReviewAll these deletions have resulted in a more minimalist and simpler design that looks aesthetically pleasing. Scram 411 also receives subtle variations in styling like a retro round headlamp encased within a new metal cowl and a new single-piece seat as compared to a split unit in Himalayan. In a typical scrambler fashion, Royal Enfield has used shorter front and rear fenders.With the exoskeleton missing, the bikemaker has incorporated a small panel on each side of the fuel tank with the Royal Enfield branding imprinted on it, thus lending a distinct touch to the motorcycle. Other highlights like a sculpted fuel tank, a raised tail section, an upswept exhaust canister and fork gaiters have been carried forward from its ADV sibling.Another area where Royal Enfield has aced is the colour options on offer in Scram 411. A total of seven paint schemes are on offer with this bike. We especially love the one wrapped around our test bike- Silver Spirit which contains a dark theme with contrasting neon green highlights accentuating the bike’s sportiness.Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 ReviewErgonomics, Features, QualityMajor differences with Himalayan are felt when the rider takes to the saddle. For starters, the handlebar is now 60mm lower and 20mm closer to the rider which makes for a more comfortable riding posture. Rider’s seat is broad with ample cushioning that comes to aid when touring long distances. However, that comfort doesn’t translate to the pillion thanks to its odd shape and limited size.In terms of features, it gets bare basic equipment with a halogen headlight and turn indicators, LED taillight, a single-pod semi-digital instrument cluster and a side-stand engine inhibitor as standard fitment. It even misses out on a USB charger which at this segment is a must. Tripper Navigation is offered only as an optional accessory through Royal Enfield’s MIY program.Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 ReviewAs far as quality is concerned, Royal Enfield has managed to package it well enough. Quality of seats and switchgear are decent though they lack a premium feel. The offset instrument console has been borrowed from Meteor 350 but gets a different colour treatment. One major drawback is the quality of the Tripper Navigation display which isn’t much of a use when viewed under direct sunlight.Ride & Handling- Some Changes FeltScram gets a shorter 19-inch front wheel instead of a 21-inch unit in Himalayan which results in a smaller rake angle for the front suspension, therefore, leading to a tighter steering geometry. It also translates to a shorter wheelbase and a lower ride height of 200mm as compared to 220mm in Himalayan. As a cumulative effect, all this results in sharper and more precise handling, especially around twisties.Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 ReviewThe motorcycle gets a kerb weight of 185 kilos (without a centre stand) which is 14 kilos lighter than its ADV sibling. This reduced weight does not make much of a difference in a static condition as it still feels heavy managing in a tight parking space. However, it does feel a lot livelier when manoeuvring through tight spots in traffic or when pulling the throttle hard thanks to the lighter front end.Enfield has also stiffened the suspension a bit more to improve its on-road mannerisms. A firmer setup has resulted in a more planted and assured ride on tarmac which incites more confidence in the rider. That said, it also has its downsides, as bumps and potholes are felt more sharply. Front suspension travel has been reduced by 10mm which doesn’t make any noticeable effect on its off-roading capabilities.Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 ReviewDuring our testing stint, we took the Scram through some very harsh terrains which it was able to overcome with relative ease. Surely the smaller front wheel will have its limitations, especially in extreme rocky terrains but Scram 411 will be able to overhaul most adventure trails depending on the rider’s skill set.Engine Performance- Same Old, Same OldScram 411 gets the same 411cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine that dishes out 24 bhp at 6500rpm and 32Nm of peak torque at 4000-4500rpm. Although output and construction of the engine remain identical, Royal Enfield claims that it has made changes to its ignition timing and this same engine mapping will be available for Himalayan as well.However, this does not result in any noticeable change in the bike’s performance. As mentioned earlier, Scram 411 feels more agile and slightly livelier thanks to the reduced weight at its front end. Throttle response remains good enough but there is a definite lack of surge felt at the top end.Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 ReviewIdeally, one would want to keep the engine revving in mid-range in order to extract the best out of this motor. Vibrations from the power mill are very well contained and only mild vibes are felt once the speedo needle hits the 100kmph mark. Scram is best enjoyed at speeds between 80 to 90 kmph where one can cruise all day long.While the engine remains quite tractable in most conditions, for instant overtakes one is often found to be one gear too high for the motor’s liking. Speaking of gearbox, it gets the same 5-speed unit which is quite smooth although positioning of the shifter could have been better as we found it a bit too much inwards. The clutch lever also takes a lot of effort and a continuous long ride throughout the day, especially in city traffic, would lead to an aching left hand.Braking setup has also been carried forward from Himalayan hence it provides adequate bite. It misses out on a switchable ABS that could have further amplified its off-road credentials but the dual-channel setup does work and provides a more assured riding experience on tarmac. It also receives the same set of rubber from Ceat Gripp that is equally potent on-road as well as off-road.Royal Enfield Himalayan Scram 411 ReviewVerdictScam 411 has been touted as an easier and more accessible version of Himalayan but it manages to fare only slightly better than its ADV sibling in these aspects. Also, priced between Rs 2.03 lakh and Rs 2.08 lakh (ex-showroom), it isn’t significantly cheaper as well. The one area where it clearly trumps its donor model is its looks thanks to the funky paint schemes and compact proportions.In the process of simplifying the riding experience, Royal Enfield has created a product that isn’t going to set any benchmarks for any of its qualities. However, it will be able to fulfil almost everything that Himalayan does but with slight ease and more comfort and that is where this motorcycle shines.In short, Scram 411 will mostly attract buyers who love Himalayan for what it offers but it won’t be their preferred choice due to its intimidating and heavy appearance. It is very well known that Himalayan isn’t everyone’s cup of tea because to enjoy its full potential, one needs to develop a certain level of skill set. Hence, amateur riders would find it easier if they upgrade to Scram 411 which presents itself as a more likeable alternative to Himalayan. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar 900RR Fully Faired Superbike Based On KTM 890 – Render

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      Bajaj Pulsar 900RR sources most of its components from the KTM 890 series including hardware and powertrainBajaj Pulsar 900RR Sportsbike Render By Vinay Raj SomashekarPulsar brand is synonymous with sporty commuter bikes in India. Pulsar has been instrumental in Bajaj Auto’s success in domestic as well as overseas markets in the last two decades. Bajaj offers the Pulsar range in multiple iterations with varying engine displacements.Currently, the flagship motorcycles in this series are Pulsar N250 and Pulsar F250. A designer has digitally imagined a supersport version of the bike called Pulsar 900RR. Created by Vinay Raj Somashekar, this digitally rendered design showcases how this motorcycle could turn out if Bajaj thinks of introducing this in the market.Bajaj Pulsar 900RR Superbike RenderedThe rendering takes inspiration from a sprinting athlete stance – since the existing range of Pulsars particularly NS200 and RS200 borrow their stance from various postures of an athlete. Signature styling elements like a high and swooping shoulder line along with muscular and chiseled surfaces form an integral part of the current Pulsars. Hence, these elements have been carried forward in this digitally imagined Pular 900RR.Pulsar 900RR gets an aggressive and pouncing stance which enhances its aerodynamic properties. It gets a slightly unconventional design with part split panels. Side fairing has incorporated vents for smoother airflow during high speeds whereas sharp cuts and creases with a muscular fuel tank give it an appearance of a proper racing machine.Bajaj Pulsar 900RR Design InspirationFront fairing with a twin-pod headlamp setup and a tall windscreen gives it a menacing look of a very familiar masked superhero vigilante. At rear, it gets a very sharp and upright tail section with a very small pillion seat. A clip-on style low-set handlebar complemented by rear-set footpegs makes for a very sporty and committed riding posture as expected.Bajaj Pulsar 900RR Sportsbike RenderBajaj Pulsar 900cc Expected SpecsPulsar 900RR utilises a similar perimeter frame in line with existing Pulsars, however, some structural modification would have to be made. The frame is suspended on upside-down forks at front and a mono-shock at rear. Within this frame, an 890cc parallel-twin, DOHC liquid-cooled engine has been employed which has been derived from KTM. In its standard tune, this power dishes out around 114 bhp.However, for Pulsar 900RR, it could be slightly detuned to 108 bhp at 9000 rpm and 90 Nm of peak torque at 8100 rpm. Other specifications attached to this illustration include a seat height of 825mm, ground clearance of 180 mm and a wheelbase of 1440 mm. It has a fuel tank capacity of 14.4 litres.2026 Bajaj Pulsar 900RR Engine SpecsIn the final sketch, the designer has created multiple renditions of the fully faired superbike with various colour schemes on offer. Some key visual highlights from the final sketch include an underbelly exhaust, funky body graphics and silver-coloured alloy wheels shod with slick rubber. The illustrator expects such an iteration of Pulsar to be introduced by Bajaj during the 25th Anniversary of the Pulsar range, i.e., in 2026.Source More

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      Honda Sales Breakup Feb 2022 – Activa, Dio, CB Shine, CB350, Grazia

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      Honda 2Wheelers reports over 30 percent decline in domestic sales in February 2022, exports fall 13.33 percentImage – Bike RockersFebruary 2022 saw most two-wheeler manufacturers report a dip in sales. Domestic Honda two wheeler sales fell to 2,85,706 units, down from 4,11,622 units. Volume loss is 1,25,916 units at 30.59 percent decline.Honda Sales Breakup Feb 2022 – Activa No 1Honda Activa sales are down to 1,45,317 units from 2,09,389 units. Volume loss is reported at 64k units at 30.60 percent decline. CB Shine sales declined to a similar extent, down at 81,700 units from 1,15,970 units. Volume loss stood at 34,270 units.Dio sales fell 45 percent at volume loss of 12,684 units. Sales were down to 15,487 units from 28,171 units. Dream sales however improved. The only motorcycle to be reported at growth, up at 44.15 percent at volume gain of 4,740 units. Sales were up at 15,476 units from 10,736 units.Unicorn 160 sales decline is 42.50 percent. Sales are down at 12,812 units from 22,281 units at 9,469 units volume loss. Livo sales declined 12.41 percent at volume loss of 1,047 units. Sales fell to 7,392 units from 8,439 units. Hness 350 sales stood at 3.1k units, marginally down from 3,268 units. Sales decline stood at 5.17 percent at volume loss of 169 units.Honda Sales Breakup Feb 2022Grazia sales decline was steep at 64.02 percent. Volume loss stood at over 5k units, down at 2,846 units from about 8k units. CB200X sales are reported at 538 units, and CB300R at 429 units. Hornet 2.0 sales decline is at over 88 percent, down at 422 units from about 3.6k units. X-Blade sales fell to 150 units from 1,844 units at a 91.87 percent decline. CB650 and CB500 sales are reported at 19 units each.Honda Exports Breakup Feb 2022Honda exports volume is much less in comparison to domestic sales. Even so, Honda reported a decline of 13.33 percent. Sales fell to 26,944 units, down from 31,088 units. Volume loss stood at 4,144 units. While Navi sales have been stopped in India, in export markets, it’s a top seller.Navi export is up at 7,767 units from 6,398 units. Volume gain stood at 1,369 units at 21.40 percent gain. Dio numbers fell marginally to 5,423 units, down from 5,695 units. Volume loss stands at 272 units, at 4.78 percent decline. In 21 years, Honda has exported 30 lakh units, and Dio has played an important role.Honda Exports Breakup Feb 2022X-Blade export is up at 3,844 units from 3,252 units. Volume gain stood at 592 units at 18.20 percent growth. Dream numbers fell by 7.78 percent, down to 3,128 units from 3,392 units. CB Shine exports fell to 2,518 units from 4,794 units at 47.48 percent decline. Hornet 160R export fell to 1.6k units, down from about 1.9k units at 16 percent decline.Honda CB350 export is up at 1,200 units from 300 units. Unicorn 160 numbers more than doubled at 576 units, up from 240 units. Grazia’s decline was steep, down at 320 units from 1,480 units. Activa, Aviator and Unicorn 150 exports are reported at a decline. More

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      Harley Davidson 353cc Motorcycle Launch Nears – Details Leak

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      Recent VIN documents filed in USA indicate Harley Davidson 338R to be powered by a 353cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engineUpcoming Harley Davidson 353cc MotorcycleHarley Davidson is one of the most well-known motorcycle brands across the globe. Most of their products cater to the large displacement category. The company doesn’t have any significant presence at the lower end of the spectrum.The company tried their hands in the mid-engine segment with Street 500 and Street 750. Unfortunately, that plan did not work as per expectation. The American motorcycling giant is now getting ready to enter an even lower segment of motorcycles – the 350cc segment. A segment where Royal Enfield is the leader with over 90% market share in the Indian motorcycle industry.Harley Davidson shook hands with Chinese manufacturer Qianjiang Motors, parent company of Benelli, for developing an entry-level bike around the 350cc mark. This motorcycle has now inched a step closer to production as Harley Davidson recently filed documentation for the same in the USA.Harley Davidson 353cc Motorcycle – VIN DocumentsThe document in question is in the form of vehicle identification number (VIN) decoder submitted to U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Automakers usually file such a document to explain the VIN format for an upcoming model. In this particular case, Qianjiang has filed a VIN decoder that mentions some details about the upcoming bike.Harley Davidson 353cc Motorcycle – Design PatentEach individual manufacturer has its set pattern VIN decoder. The one in discussion doesn’t match the pattern used by Qinajiang but corresponds with Harley Davidson. First three characters of a VIN are always reserved for the World Manufacturer Identifier, a globally standardised ID code assigned for each manufacturer. In this case, the first three characters of the VIN are “1HD” which is WMI for Harley-Davidson.Harley Davidson 353cc Motorcycle – Details LeakHarley Davidson 353cc Motorcycle SpecsRest of the characters in the VIN decoder reveal some crucial information about the upcoming motorcycle like engine type, engine displacement, year of manufacture and more. Based on this information, we can deduce that the upcoming Harley Davidson 338R is expected to be powered by a 353cc, parallel-twin, fuel-injected liquid-cooled engine. This unit is expected to dish out around 40 horses of power.Expected DesignThese documents also reveal that there will be two derivatives of this motorcycle W3 and W4 with respective VIN codes LWZX350 and LWZX350RA. Patent images of 338R were earlier leaked on the internet around eighteen months back which revealed design of the bike. By looks of its, these patents suggest that Harley Davidson has adopted a neo-retro design on a modern scrambler-like naked roadster.Harley Davidson 353cc Motorcycle – Design PatentProminent styling highlights of Harley Davidson 353cc Motorcycle include a round headlamp with an integrated LED DRL, a chiselled fuel tank, short front and rear fenders, a flat tail section, a single-piece step-up saddle and an offset single-pod instrument console. Patent images also reveal an exposed trellis frame suspended on telescopic forks at front and mono-shock at rear.Harley Davidson would be looking to target developing markets like India and other South Asian countries which have a thing for 350cc modern classic roasters. In India, retail operation for Harley Davidson is currently carried out by Hero MotoCorp. An exact date for its global premiere isn’t known yet but we expect 338R to make its maiden appearance sometime this year.SOURCE More