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      2022 Suzuki GSX250R Debuts – With New Blue Colour, ABS

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      2022 Suzuki GSX250REarlier colour options for Suzuki GSX250R have been retained; it may vary based on the specific regionAs part of its portfolio update strategy, Suzuki has introduced changes to several of its products. One of the bikes that has received its 2022 update is GSX250R. A fully-faired sports bike, GSX250R is among the popular options in several overseas markets.Suzuki GSX250R 2022 new colourFor 2022 GSX250R, Suzuki has introduced a new dual-tone colour option of Metallic Crystal Blue / Pearl Nebular Black. The dual-tone colour theme is applied horizontally, with most of the blue bits covering top sections of the bike. It can be seen on the front cowl, fuel tank and tail assembly.Layers below are all black including side fairing and engine cowl. Most of the components have been blacked-out including the front fender, suspension, chassis and engine. Exhaust is blacked-out as well and gets a metallic heat shield and top cover. Graphics used on the bike is bare minimum, which helps reduce clutter and retain focus exclusively on the dual-tone colour theme.New blue colour for Suzuki GSX250R 2022 looks sportier, as compared to other colour options available for the bike. In the US market, earlier 2018 and 2020 models are sold alongside. 2018 GSX250R is offered in dual-tone colour theme of Candy Cardinal Red / Pearl Nebular Black. In this case, the primary colour red works to highlight front sections such as headlamp cowl, fender and fuel tank. The bike also has multi-coloured graphics on side panels.2022 Suzuki GSX250RGSX250R 2020 model is offered in two colour options. One is Metallic Diamond Red whereas the other is a dual-tone theme of Pearl Glacier White No. 2 / Pearl Nebular Black. Body paint scheme for the latter is almost the same as the new blue colour theme.Blue is a popular choice for motorcycles and cars alike and it’s good to see GSX250R getting it. Blue easily gets you noticed on the streets without creating any sense of overt dominance. Bajaj has also recently introduced blue colour option for Pulsar 250. Yamaha too has a special focus on blue.Suzuki GSX250R 2022 functional updatesMuch of the hardware for GSX250R will be same as earlier. Among the exceptions is dual-channel ABS, which has been introduced in US market for 2022 model. 2022 GSX250R comes with Nissin, 2-piston calliper, single disc at front and 1-piston calliper, single disc at rear.2022 Suzuki GSX250RThe bike has telescopic front forks and monoshock rear suspension. Both ends have 17-inch wheels, shod with 110/80 front and 140/55 rear tubeless tyres. Fuel tank capacity is 15 litres. Powering the bike is a 248cc, 4-stroke, liquid-cooled, SOHC, parallel-twin motor that makes 24 hp of max power and 22 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 6-speed constant mesh transmission.In US, 2022 Suzuki GSX250R is available at a starting price of $4,999. This is approximately INR 3.82 lakh. Launch in India is unlikely, as Suzuki already has the Gixxer SF250 here. More

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      Two Wheeler Retail Sales Feb 2022 – TVS, Bajaj, RE, Hero Electric, Ola, Jawa, Yezdi

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      Royal Enfield 350cc Custom By EimorTwo wheeler retail sales dipped 10.67 percent in February 2022 with Hero MotoCorp and Honda leading the segmentAs per data sourced by Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), two wheeler retail sales in February 2022 dipped to 9,83,358 units, down 10.67 percent from 11,00,754 units sold in February 2021. It was also a de-growth of 24.39 percent as against 13,00,588 units sold in February 2020, which was the last pre-Covid month.There are several factors that brought about this de-growth. Rising fuel prices have played a major part in decreased sales of petrol powered two wheelers while there is a definite shift in demand towards electric two wheelers as is evident from the table attached. Sales de-growth across the two wheeler segment has been compounded by the continued work-from-home corporate culture and the fact that several educational institutions are yet to open up after two yearlong closure due to the pandemic.Two Wheeler Retail Sales Feb 2022 – Hero LeadsHero MotoCorp led the segment with sales of 3,11,097 units in February 2022, down from 3,52,532 units sold in February 2021. Market share dipped from 32.03 percent held in February 2021 to 41.64 percent last month. Hero MotoCorp continued to see good demand for its Glamour, Splendor, Passion and HF Deluxe but has now announced its entry into the electric two wheeler segment and has unveiled its new brand ‘Vida’ with its first initiative will be the launch of an electric vehicle on July 1.Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) saw its retail sales at 2,46,504 units in February 2022 with market share at 25.07 percent. This was against 3,00,675 units sold in February 2021 when market share was higher at 27.32 percent. HMSI also plans to launch multiple new products. The Honda Activa electric will be launched in India by 2023 and will be seen as a rival to the likes of Ola S1, Bajaj Chetak, TVS iQube and upcoming Suzuki Burgman Electric.Two Wheeler Retail Sales Feb 2022 vs Feb 2021 (YoY)At No. 3 was TVS Motor Company with retail sales de-growth at 1,55,040 units in the past month, down from 1,67,112 units sold in February 2021. Market share increased from 15.18 percent to 15.77 percent YoY.Bajaj Auto posted retail sales at 1,08,682 units, down from 1,21,,052 units sold in February 2021. Apart from these 4 two wheeler OEMs, none of the others were able to surpass the 50,000 unit mark in terms of retail sales. Suzuki (44,129 units), Royal Enfield (44,010 units) and India Yamaha Motors (36,384 units) posted YoY de-growth in retail sales.Electric two wheeler OEMs Post GrowthTwo wheeler OEMs, such as Hero Electric, Okinawa and Ampere have seen significant increase in demand in recent months. Hero Ekectric retail sales increased to 7,356 units last month, up from 2,194 units retailed in February 2021. Okinawa sales stood at 5,923 units in February 2022 from 1,067 units sold in the same month of the previous year while Ampere sales were at 4,303 units from 806 units retailed in February 2021. Each of these electric two wheeler OEMs have also seen a significant increase in market share.Two Wheeler Retail Sales Feb 2022 vs Jan 2022 (MoM)Ola Electric, a newcomer to this segment registered retail sales at 3,904 units last month. Piaggio with retail sales at 3,526 units in the past month suffered a de-growth over 4,632 units retailed in February 2021 while Classic Legends Jawa and Yezdi (3,391 units), Ather Energy (2,229 units), Pur Energy (1,427 units) and Benling (1,147 units) each posted significant YoY growth in retail sales. Revolt sales also increased from 70 units in February 2021 to 1,128 units in the past month while there were other OEMs in the electric vehicle segment that have reported retails at 3,178 units, up from 1,040 units retailed in February 2021. More

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      New Yamaha Electric Scooters Debut – E01 And NEO’S

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      Yamaha E01 Electric ScooterThe pre-production prototype of the E01 electric scooter is reported to offer a claimed range of 70-80 km on a single chargeThe fever of electric mobility has now caught up with big and established automakers. While the EV revolution was mainly brought by new startups, prominent players of the IC engine segment have now started to venture into the EV space by bringing out new models. The latest to join the EV bandwagon is Yamaha.The Japanese two-wheeler giant, unlike many other manufacturers, hasn’t rushed into electric mobility and indeed has taken its time to research and develop products that will cater to mass markets. In regards to the EV movement, Yamaha has unveiled its first two electric scooters globally.New Yamaha Electric Scooter Neo’s – DetailsYamaha’s first battery-powered two-wheeler offering is Neo’s which is essentially an electric equivalent of a 50cc scooter that already exists by the same name. It is based on the E02 concept that was showcased by the brand at the Tokyo Motor Show back in 2019. It is worth mentioning that Yamaha already retails the 50cc petrol-powered Neo in select international markets.The biggest highlight of this upcoming e-scooter is that it offers a battery swapping technology. It is powered by a swappable lithium-ion battery pack that feeds energy to a hub-mounted electric motor which is likely to be rated around 2kW. Although official specifications haven’t been revealed yet, the Neo’s electric scooter will be offered as a low-speed electric scooter in all likelihood.Yamaha Neo’s Electric ScooterEven though Neo’s could be humble in terms of its powertrain specs, it does flaunt a youthful and futuristic design which is very attractive. It is also expected to be packed with a decent amount of features up its sleeve.New Yamaha Electric Scooter E01 – India Launch?The second electric scooter revealed by Yamaha is E01 which is speculated to be nearing production status. It is a more powerful derivative that is equivalent to a 125cc petrol scooter. It is based on the E01 Concept that was also shown at the same event as the E02 concept. A few Japanese media outlets have already had a taste of what the battery-powered scooter offers.As per previous spy images, E01 comes with three ride modes including Eco, Normal and Power. It gets a simple fully digital instrument console that shares crucial information such as battery status, speed, etc. Other features expected to be included in the package are keyless ignition and Bluetooth connectivity. The E01 e-scooter is expected to start its life as part of a ride-sharing fleet in one of Europe’s capital cities.Yamaha E01 Electric ScooterIn this way, Yamaha could actually conduct some real-world tests on the scooter before offering it to customers. Since it will be making its debut in Europe, its power is likely to be capped at 11kW (15 bhp) to conform to the light electric scooter regulatory class. Moreover, the E01 is likely to be a brighter prospect for the Indian market since Yamaha has already filed a trademark for the same. More

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      Cyborg Electric Motorcycle Prices Revealed – Starts From Rs 1.15 Lakh

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      Cyborg Yoda Electric MotorcycleCyborg Yoda is an electric cruiser motorcycle while the Bob-E is India’s first Compact Sporty AI-Enabled electric dirt motorbikeIgnitron Motocorp Pvt. Ltd has unveiled prices of its new range of CYBORG Electric Motorcycles. These include the Yoda priced at Rs 1,84,999, the GT 120 that will carry a price tag of Rs 1,64,999 and the Bob-E at Rs 1,14,999.These prices are exclusive of various state subsidies. After subsidies, these motorcycles will be more affordable. Bookings for each of these three bikes are soon to be opened via the company website.Ignitron Motocorp is also in the process of setting up its sales and service networks across India and has tied up with various companies for roadside assistance and battery swapping stations which will also allow for charging on the go with ability to charge upto 50 percent in 30 minutes.CYBORG Electric MotorcyclesAll three electric motorcycles sport a unique design and styling. They come in with state of the art features and latest in AI enabled technology while they also sport a range of safety equipment.Cyborg Electric Motorcycle GT 120Cyborg Yoda is the first ‘Made-in-India’ electric motorcycle. It is presented in two colour options of Silver and Black and gets its power via a 3.24 kWh lithium-ion battery offering a range of 150 kms and top speed of 90 km/h.The Bob-E motorcycle comes in two colours of Black and Red. It gets a 2.88 kWh lithium ion battery offering a range of 110 kms and top speed of 85 km/h.The third bike from Cyborg the GT 120 gets colours of Black and Dark Purple. GT 120 gets its power via a 4.68 kWh lithium-ion battery offering a range of 180 kms and top speed of 125 km/h.Cyberg Yoda Electric MotorcycleFeaturesYoda and Bob-E get features that include geo locate and geo fencing along with battery status indicator, USB charging facilities and Bluetooth. It also gets keyless ignition with remote start and a digital instrument cluster. The battery is portable, swappable, is weather proof and touch safe. It can be charged upto 100 percent in 4-5 hours via a 15 amp home charger.The bikes receive three riding modes of Eco, Normal and Sport and come in with reverse mode and cruise control as part of its safety equipment. Suspension is via telescopic fork in the front and fully adjustable mono shock at the rear for a better riding experience.Cyborg electric motorcycle Bob-eCybrog GT120 comes in with a fixed battery which is weather proof and touch safe. It is capable of acceleration from 0 to 40 km/h in 2.5 seconds. Charging time is 4-5 hours via 15 AMP home charger.GT 120 is offered in three modes of Eco, Normal and Sport to suit the riding needs of each user. It gets features such as geo locate and geo fencing, USB charging and Bluetooth along with keyless ignition and a digital cluster.Cyborg Electric Motorcycles – SpecsReverse mode and parking assist are also a part of its features which comes in with multiple sounds. Suspension is via telescopic fork in the front and fully adjustable mono shock at the rear.The manufacturer has already commenced production of the electric motorbikes at its Manesar-based facility off Gurugram. Production capacities will be increased to 40,000 units in the 2022-23 fiscal. More

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      Honda Scrambler 250cc, 500cc Launch Planned – Royal Enfield Rival

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      Honda Scrambler 250cc RenderHonda new scrambler motorcycles will be based on Rebel platform and could borrow styling bits from CL Series bikesWith growing preference for scrambler motorcycles, Honda may be planning to aggressively target this space. It is rumoured that Honda may be working on at least two new scrambler motorcycles, a 250cc bike and its larger 500cc sibling. These will be based on Rebel 250 and Rebel 500, respectively.Honda 250cc, 500cc scrambler designHonda Rebel 250cc and 500cc were launched internationally in 2017. Since then, these have emerged as popular options in their respective segments. To reduce development and production cost, Honda may have plans to use the Rebel platform to launch its new scrambler motorcycles. These will be launched first in Honda’s home market Japan and other Asian countries.While the hardware for Honda 250cc / 500cc scrambler will come from Rebel bikes, design and styling will most likely be inspired from Honda CL Series bikes that were popular several decades earlier. CL Series styling has already been used with CB350 and CB350 RS. Some of the popular Honda CL series bikes launched during the 60s – 90s include Dream CL72 Scrambler, Dream CL250, Dream CL450 and CL400.Honda CL Series bikes were loved for their classic, minimalistic profile. Honda may be looking to recreate the magic once again with its new 250cc and 500cc scrambler motorcycles. Even when launched several years apart, Honda CL series bikes continued to have quite a few common features.Honda Scrambler 500cc RenderThese include round headlamp and rear view mirrors, twin pod instrument console, tear-drop shaped fuel tank, fork gaiters, tall and wide handlebar, flat seat design and wire spoke wheels. Honda CL series bikes made liberal use of chrome on the fenders, engine and exhaust. The dual under seat exhaust was a signature feature and its design continued to evolve over the years.Honda 250cc, 500cc scrambler specsEngine and most other hardware bits will be borrowed from Rebel 250 and Rebel 500. The smaller Rebel is powered by a 249cc DOHC, 4-valve, single cylinder motor that generates 26 ps of max power at 9,500 rpm and 22 Nm of peak torque at 7,750 rpm. It is mated to a constant mesh 6-speed transmission. Rebel 500 utilizes a 471cc motor that makes 46 ps at 8,500 rpm and 43 Nm at 6,500 rpm.Features common to both Rebel bikes include 4-eye LED headlamp, LED turn signals and taillamp and LCD instrument meter packed in retro casing. Both bikes have disc brakes at front and rear. Suspension system comprises telescopic forks at front and swingarm type rear suspension.Honda Scrambler 250cc RenderIf launched in India, Honda’s new 250cc and 500cc scrambler motorcycles will primarily rival upcoming Royal Enfield Hunter 350. Earlier, prior to launch of CB350 in India, it was being speculated that Honda will launch either Rebel 300 or Rebel 500 to take on Royal Enfield. However, the company surprised everyone with H’ness CB350. Later, its scrambler version CB350RS was also added.Source More

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      Hero MotoCorp Electric Scooter Debut On 1st July – Under Vida Brand

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      Hero MotoCorp Electric Scooter – Under VIDA BrandProduction of the new e-scooter under the Vida branding will be conducted at the company’s Green manufacturing unit in Chittoor, IndiaAs the two wheeler segment moves from Petrol power to Electric in a very big way, Hero MotoCorp has announced its electric scooter initiative. The company has teased this upcoming model and showcased the new Vida brand ahead of its upcoming launch. The reason why Hero MotoCorp had to go in for new branding is due to the existence of the Hero Electric brand which resulted in a legal battle over its ownership.Dr Pawan Munjal, Chairman, Hero MotoCorp, posed against the backdrop of this new electric vehicle brand called ‘Vida’ along with the new logo to show its distinctive branding and revealed some details of this new electric scooter. This new scooter will be officially unveiled in India on 1st July 2022 to coincide with the birth anniversary of Dr. Brijmohan Lall, Chairman Emeritus of Hero MotoCorp.Hero Vida Electric ScooterThe new Hero e-scooter will be produced at the Hero MotoCorp Green manufacturing plant in Chittoor, India. It will be unveiled on 1st July 2022 with deliveries to commence from later this year. A pre-production prototype was teased last year, to mark the company’s 10th anniversary.The unveiling event of the new ‘Vida’ brand was attended by global leaders, senior government representatives and diplomatic corps in the UAE along with policy makers and stakeholders of Hero MotoCorp that included their Board of Directors, senior employees and also the company’s distributors and supply chain partners.Hero MotoCorp Vida ElectricMore DetailsThe new electric scooter was showcased in an un-camouflaged format and sported a white colour scheme. It was seen with 12 inch front and 10 inch rear black alloy wheels and a long split seat. The pillion seat is detachable which allows the upcoming scooter to be used for last mile deliveries. It also sports a flyscreen and curved body works while it gets sporty accents on its handle bar, side and rear fender and floor board.Once launched, the new e-scooter from Hero MotoCorp will rival the Ola S1, Simple One, Bajaj Chetak, TVS iQube, and Ather 450X in its segment. It will also rival a range of electric scooters from Hero Electric, Okinawa, Ampere, etc. The upcoming Hero MotoCorp electric scooter is expected to be priced competitively so as to take on these rivals and could be priced under Rs 1 lakh.Hero MotoCorp’s Global Sustainability FundDr Pawan Munjal has also announced a US$100 Million Global Sustainability Fund. This fund will be directed towards establishing global partnerships, spearheaded by BML Munjal University (BMU) and Hero MotoCorp. It will go a long way to offer impetus to over 10,000 entrepreneurs on ESG solutions that will in turn have a positive impact on the planet.Hero MotoCorp has also signed an agreement with Taiwanese company Gogoro for battery swapping technology. The company plans a wide range of premium products and is also working on battery powered motorcycles as well. More

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      2022 Yamaha Vino 50cc Scooter Debuts With Two New Colour Options

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      2022 Yamaha Vino 50cc ScooterYamaha 50cc scooters such as Vino, Jog and Gear are available only in select markets such as JapanManufacturers design products in line with specific needs, tastes and preferences of a particular region. A perfect example is Yamaha Vino 50cc scooter, which demonstrates the Japanese fascination with all thigs small and super cute. In its 2022 update, the scooter gets two new colour options of Bonnie Blue and Matt Armoured Green Metallic.Yamaha Vino 2022 new coloursNew Bonnie Blue colour option has a retro feel to it, which compliments the scooter’s classic design. It is essentially a dual-tone colour theme of light blue and ivory white in glossy finish. Blue shade has been used around the headlamp cowl, front fender, instrument console and side panels. A third shade, tan-brown, can be seen on the handle grips, floorboard and seat cover.The tan-brown shade helps keep focus on the core colour theme of blue and ivory white. It’s a delicate colour theme, which could have lost its beauty if combined with the usual black coloured seat and handle grips. Even ivory white seats and handgrips would have worked great for this colour theme.Second colour option utilizes a mix of dark green and black with white highlights. Much of the body panels have a dark green shade, while headlamp cowl and front fender have glossy black paint. Twin white strips can be seen on the front fascia and side panels. Seat and handle grips have the standard black shade whereas the floorboard area gets a light grey colour.2022 Yamaha Vino 50cc Scooter DebutsWith these new shades, there are now a total of six colour options for Yamaha Vino scooter. The earlier colour options of Fighting Red, Virgin Beige, Mahogany Brown Metallic and Graphite Black have been retained as is.No other updatesApart from new colour options, there are no other changes to Yamaha Vino 50cc scooter. It continues with its retro profile, evident in features such as round headlamp and rear view mirrors, large rounded fender and curvy side panels. Vino has an antique-looking instrument console loved by retro enthusiasts.Other key features include open storage pocket at front, foldable hook, dedicated glove box with built-in accessory pocket, decent sized under seat storage and rear wheel brake lock. Suspension system comprises a telescopic unit at front and swingarm rear suspension. Braking duties are performed by disc brakes at both ends.2022 Yamaha Vino 50cc Scooter DebutsYamaha Vino is powered by a 49cc engine that generates 4.5 ps of max power at 8,000 rpm and 4.1 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 rpm. The scooter has idling stop system, which saves fuel by stopping the engine at brief halts such as traffic signals.A 50cc scooter is supposed to be cheap, but in Japan Yamaha Vino starts at 203,500 yen. This is approximately Rs 1.33 lakh. 50cc scooters have limited scope in Indian market and are unlikely to be launched here. More

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      Joy Electric Scooter, Motorcycle Sales Feb 2022 – 4,450 TWs Sold

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      Joy Electric ScooterWardWizard Joy e-bike sales in February 2022 is its highest to dateWardWizard Joy e-bike has had a tremendous February 2022. Sales touched the 4,450 unit mark. For the electric two-wheeler manufacturer, February 2022 sales performance goes down in history as the highest ever sales in any month to date.Sales has benefited from the brand’s strong product portfolio. This includes three new high-speed electric scooters, and a fleet management vehicle. A year earlier, the sales scenario looked very different for e-bike.At the time, the company reported sales of 320 units. Sales was even better than that reported in January 2022. MoM sales growth stood at 12.62 percent, up from 3,951 units sold in January 2022. .2022 sales growthLooking at the way 2022 has started, WardWizard has set itself up for a busy one. In the first two months itself, Joy e-bike sales have surpassed the 8.3k unit mark. Electric two-wheeler companies have in recent months reported improved sales.Joy e-bike sales Feb 2022Of course these numbers are still small in terms of sales volume but it surely is a better time to do business than ever before. So, while total sales of electric scooters is still a lowball figure in the larger scheme of things, these numbers surely are growing.With the electric scooter space filling up fast, the quest to reach the top has ensured competition is rife. In a few short years, the electric two-wheeler space has seen an endless number of new companies enter the space.With new entrants building a name step by step, the industry is expected to get even more crowded when mainstream manufacturers play a more active part in electric two wheeler development and sales. Until then, new businesses continue to make the most of the growth wagon and tap into the current increase in demand for electric scooters.High-speed e-scootersAs FY22 comes to an end, the company reports sales has surpassed the 25k mark at 25,777 units. WardWizard is keen eyed to hit its annual target basis consistent rise in demand for its e2Ws.Sheetal Bhalerao, Chief Operations Officer, WardWizard Innovations and Mobility Ltd, said, “With the launch of two new high-speed e-scooters and a fleet management vehicle, the Joy e-bike has become one of the most preferred EV brands in the country and this makes us immensely proud and responsible.The overwhelming response across the country has helped us in achieving a new sales record in February. As the fastest-growing EV brand, we are focused on bringing advanced products and expanding the touchpoints to strengthen our market presence. For us, the EV revolution is a mission, and we endeavour to provide quality products to our valuable customers.” More