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      Jedi Vision K750 Motorcycle Concept Debuts With Futuristic Design

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      Jedi Vision K750 Motorcycle Concept
      Jinnan Jedi has managed to create something homegrown and fairly original which would cater to select international markets
      For some Chinese automobile designers, there isn’t much of a difference between plagiarism and inspiration. This fact has been established with the numerous rip-offs we have covered over the past few years. These select few Chinese brands have managed to get a bad name for the entire Chinese design industry.
      However, there are some brands that are trying to change this perception about Chinese automakers and seriously putting an effort into developing genuine and quality products for international markets. Jinan Jedi is one of the manufacturers willing to bring a change in the Chinese automotive industry.
      Jedi Vision K750 Concept – Futuristic Styling
      The company has revealed a new concept motorcycle named Vision K750 which is far from anything displayed on a global stage. Unveiled at the CIMA (China International Motorcycle Exhibition) show in China, the superbike concept has provided a platform for a series of new launches from a relatively unknown brand in other parts of the world.
      The bikemaker has been known to develop motorcycles for Chinese police and security services but is steadily shifting towards the consumer market. Since it is just a concept, many elements on this bike look outrageous.
      Jedi Vision K750 Motorcycle Concept
      At the same time, it presents a futuristic appeal in terms of design. Certain highlights which catch our attention include an LED headlight with 76 triangular shards in its internals and flaked by boomerang-shaped DRLs on both sides.
      A similar design has been used in the LED taillamps with multiple triangular elements tucked into cowls in the seat unit. Further, the bulbous side fairings and a muscular fuel tank give it the appeal of a sharp-looking sports bike. While the overall design is unique, the front end has a hint of KTM RC 8 while the rear end seems to be inspired by Ducati Panigale.
      Mechanical Specs
      K750 Concept is based on a familiar cast aluminum chassis that also underpins other production models from Jedi like the JFR750 naked roadster and GTR750 sports tourer. The architecture has been designed by Suter in Switzerland. This frame sits on upside-down forks at front and mono-shock at rear.
      Jedi Vision K750 Motorcycle Concept
      Braking hardware comprises twin disc brakes at front and a single disc at rear chewed down by Brembo calipers. Powering the K750 is the same 730cc parallel-twin DOHC engine mated to a six-speed gearbox. This powertrain returns an output of 68 bhp at 7,500 rpm and a peak torque of 67 Nm at 6,500 rpm. This puts the K750 against the likes of Kawasaki Ninja 650. More

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      Top 10 Motorcycles 500cc+ Sep 2021 – RE 650 Twins, CBR650, Hayabusa, Ninja

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      Royal Enfield 650 Modified By STG TrackerExcluding newly launched products, only three motorcycles in top ten have positive YoY growth in September
      It was a bit rough for 500cc+ motorcycle segment in September, as YoY sales have slipped by -23.63%. As compared to 1,566 units sold in September last year, the numbers are down to 1,196 units in September 2021. In terms of volumes, Royal Enfield 650 twins continue to dominate. Second most preferred brand is Kawasaki with six of its bikes featured in top ten. Honda, Suzuki and Harley have one each in top ten.
      Top 10 Motorcycles 500cc+ Sep 2021 – 650 twins dominate
      Trendy styling, coupled with powerful engine and affordable pricing, has made 650 twins the most popular choice in 500cc+ motorcycle segment. Price of 650 twins is almost half in comparison to similar capacity bikes from Kawasaki and Honda. It has made 650 twins accessible to a larger customer base, resulting in much higher sales than other 650cc motorcycles.
      In September, sales of 650 twins were at 886 units. YoY growth is down by -25.55%, as compared to 1,190 units sold in September last year. Sales in September are higher than the combined sales of all other motorcycles in the list. 650 twins commanded close to 3/4th market share in September.
      To boost sales further, Royal Enfield’s 650cc range will soon be expanded to include new products. The new launches could include a 650cc roadster and a 650cc cruiser. The latter is scheduled to debut at EICMA 2021 in Milan, Italy as Super Meteor 650.
      500cc+ Motorcycle Sales – Sep 2021. Instead of CBR650R, the table mentions CBR650F. Kindly ignore the typo.
      At number two is Kawasaki Z900 with sales of 59 units in September. YoY sales have more than doubled, as compared to 29 units sold in September last year. Market share is at 4.93%. Z900 BS6 was launched last year in September. It had received a number of updates including Bluetooth connectivity.
      Next is Honda CBR650R with sales of 29 units in September. Market share is at 2.42%. CBR650R was launched earlier this year in March at a starting price of Rs 8.88 lakh. Among the key changes included new LED headlights, updated LCD instrument cluster and new colour options.
      Ninja 650 is fourth with sales of 26 units in September. There’s a difference of just one unit, as compared to sales in September last year. Market share is at 2.17%. At number five is Kawasaki Vulcan S with sales of 25 units. YoY growth has improved by 150%, as compared to 10 units sold in September last year. Market share is at 2.09%.

      No
      500cc+ Motorcycles Sales
      Sep-21
      Sep-20
      %

      1
      650 Twin
      886
      1,190
      -25.55

      2
      Z900
      59
      29
      103.45

      3
      CBR 650R
      29
      0
      –

      4
      Ninja650
      26
      27
      -3.70

      5
      Vulcan S
      25
      10
      150.00

      6
      Hayabusa
      24
      0
      –

      7
      Ninja ZX-10R
      18
      0
      –

      8
      Ninja1000
      16
      34
      -52.94

      9
      Low Rider Special
      15
      0
      –

      10
      Versys 1000
      12
      4
      200.00

      11
      Low Rider
      11
      0
      –

      12
      Africa Twin
      10
      4
      150.00

      13
      Versys 650
      8
      8
      0.00

      14
      Trident
      7
      0
      –

      15
      Pan America
      7
      0
      –

      16
      Speed Twin
      7
      1
      600.00

      17
      Z650
      5
      9
      -44.44

      18
      883 Iron
      5
      0
      –

      19
      Fat Boy 114
      5
      0
      –

      20
      Fat Bob
      4
      0
      –

      21
      Electra Glide
      3
      0
      –

      22
      CB 1000R
      2
      0
      –

      23
      1200 X-Forty Eight
      2
      0
      –

      24
      Street Glide
      2
      0
      –

      25
      Moto Guzzi
      1
      0
      –

      26
      Street Triple
      1
      17
      -94.12

      27
      Boneville T100
      1
      2
      -50.00

      28
      Street Scrambler
      1
      0
      –

      29
      Street Twin
      1
      18
      -94.44

      30
      Heritage Classic
      1
      0
      –

      31
      Roadking
      1
      0
      –

      32
      Rocket III
      1
      11
      -90.91

      33
      Street 750
      0
      86
      -100.00

      34
      883 Iron
      0
      25
      -100.00

      35
      Street Rod
      0
      19
      -100.00

      36
      Fat Boy
      0
      17
      -100.00

      37
      1200 X – Forty Eight
      0
      16
      -100.00

      38
      Tiger 900
      0
      10
      -100.00

      39
      Boneville T120
      0
      7
      -100.00

      40
      1200 Custom
      0
      5
      -100.00

      41
      Boneville Speedmaster
      0
      5
      -100.00

      42
      Low Rider S
      0
      5
      -100.00

      43
      CBR 1000RR
      0
      3
      -100.00

      44
      Low Rider
      0
      2
      -100.00

      45
      W800
      0
      1
      -100.00

      46
      Forty Eight Special
      0
      1
      -100.00

      –
      Total
      1,196
      1,566
      -23.63

      Versys 1000 registers 3x growth
      Placed at tenth position in the list, Kawasaki Versys 1000 has sales of 12 units in September. YoY growth is up by 200%, as compared to 4 units sold in September last year. Market share is at 1%. Other bikes in top ten include Suzuki Hayabusa (24 units), Ninja ZX-10R (18), Ninja 1000 (16) and Harley Low Rider Special (15).
      Other bikes with positive YoY growth in September include Honda Africa Twin and Triumph Speed Twin. These are placed at 12th and 16th spot with YoY growth of 150% and 600%, respectively. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar 250cc Twins Spied Up Close – New Details Revealed

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      New Bajaj Pulsar 250FWhile prices of the new Pulsar 250 will be announced on October 28, deliveries of the new quarter-litre motorcycle are likely to start in Nov
      The new Bajaj Pulsar 250 is one of the most hotly anticipated motorcycle launches of the year and it is arriving at a time when bookings usually skyrocket. The upcoming launch also marks the 20th Anniversary of the Pulsar brand of sporty commuter motorcycles.
      Ahead of its launch on October 28, the upcoming quarter-litre motorcycles have been spied in detail by The Fat Biker. As already established by now, the new Pulsar 250 will be available in two iterations- Pulsar NS250 and Pulsar 250F. The former will be a naked streetfighter whereas the latter will be a semi-faired sports commuter.
      Both versions of the bike flaunt an aggressive front face featuring a single-pod LED headlamp cluster and integrated LED DRLs which look sleeker and sharper than previous iterations of Pulsars. The most noticeable difference between the two variants of Pulsar 250 is that, unlike 250F, the NS250 will not feature a prominent front apron.
      Bajaj Pulsar 250cc Twins – Design
      The semi-faired 250F takes styling inspiration from its smaller sibling 220F and sports a large front apron comprising a headlamp cowl and a windscreen that integrates into the side fairing. Other than the extended tank shrouds, NS250 doesn’t feature any body panels. 250F offers a clip-on handlebar that is more pulled back and raised towards the rider.
      Bajaj Pulsar NS 250
      The naked streetfighter, on the other hand, gets a straight line handlebar which leads to a slightly more committed riding posture. Some common highlights on both motorcycles include split grab rails, a side-mounted twin-barrel exhaust canister, a split LED taillight design, a raised tails section, an engine underbelly cowl and a rear tyre hugger attached to the swingarm.
      Hardware Configurations & Features
      Underpinning both quarter-litre motorcycles is a brand new chassis comprising a twin tubular cradle frame with no downtube. This frame will be suspended on conventional 41mm telescopic forks at front and a preload-adjustable mono-shock linked to the swingarm at rear. Braking duties will be carried out by single disc brakes at both wheels while the rotors will be clamped down by calipers sourced from Grimeca.
      These will be aided by a dual-channel ABS as standard. Talking of features, the new Pulsar 250 will receive a new semi-digital instrument console which could be enabled with Bluetooth. There is no elaborate control setup on the switchgear of the handlebar to suggest the presence of any rider aids. Take a look at the detailed spy video below.
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      Expected Engine Specs
      Powering the new Pulsar 250 will be a new 249cc single-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine that is likely to push out 24 bhp and 20 Nm of peak torque. This unit will be mated to a six-speed gearbox with a slipper and assist clutch. Although Bajaj has patented the Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) technology a few months back, it is yet to be seen if the company will employ this in the new quarter-litre motor. More

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      2022 Honda NT1100 Motorcycle Debuts – New Features

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      2022 Honda NT1100Honda NT1100 will be available in two derivatives 1100A and 1100D offering manual and automatic transmissions respectively
      Honda has officially taken the wraps off from its upcoming sports tourer NT1100 for global markets. As many have already guessed, the upcoming NT1000 is a road-biased iteration of CRF1100L Africa Twin which is a proper adventure tourer. The styling of NT1100 clearly reveals that it shares its DNA with Africa Twin.
      While CRF1100L has been developed to take on challenging trails, NT1100 has been designed to gobble long distances. It will be positioned to bridge the gap between the 750cc touring range and the flagship Gold Wing in Honda’s global lineup. As of now, it has only been offered in European markets but is expected to be shipped to other parts of the world soon.
      2022 Honda NT1100 – Design
      Like many other contemporary sports tourers, NT1100 shows shades of an ADV bike in its styling. It flaunts a twin-beam LED headlight setup with integrated LED DRLs and a heavily faired front end. On top of that, it features a large windscreen that is five-way adjustable for height and angle, and it’s aided by wind deflectors on either side.
      Other styling highlights include split-style seats, a single-sided twin-barrel exhaust, a single-piece grab rail that extends into a luggage mounting rack and a pannier box on each side which is available as standard. The motorcycle will be offered in three paint schemes namely Matte Iridium Grey Metallic, Pearl Glare White, and Graphite Black.
      2022 Honda NT1100
      Hardware Configurations
      NT1100 is underpinned by a chassis that comprises a steel, semi-double cradle frame and a bolt-on aluminium subframe employed in the Africa Twin. However, suspension setup has been tweaked a little which offers 150mm lesser travel on both ends in comparison to Africa Twin. It features 43 mm Showa USD forks at front and a Showa mono-shock at rear.
      Further, NT1100 rides on shorter 17-inch front and rear wheels instead of larger 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wheels on its ADV sibling. This has resulted in a lowered saddle height of 820mm which provides more comfortable riding ergonomics. Braking is handled by 310 mm twin discs with radially-mounted calipers up front and a single 256 mm disc at the back. These are accompanied by a dual-channel ABS.
      Features & Powertrain
      In terms of features, Honda has provided NT1100 a 6.5-inch TFT touchscreen display that offers Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Bluetooth connectivity options. It also features a plethora of rider aids such as Wheelie Control, Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), three default riding modes- Urban, Rain, Tour and two customisable riding modes.
      2022 Honda NT1100
      Powering the new NT1100 is a familiar 1,084cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine which also propels CRF1100L. This unit pumps out 101 bhp at 7,250rpm and a peak torque of 104 Nm at 6,250rpm. The engine gets the same 10.1:1 compression ratio and 270° phased crankshaft but air intake has been revised a little to suit highway cruising.
      Honda will be offering NT1100 in two derivatives- NT1100A and NT1100D, the former is slightly more affordable at £11,999 while the latter carries a price tag of £12,999 in the UK market. This is because the A trim is available with a 6-speed manual gearbox while the D iteration comes with a DCT automatic gearbox. The sports tourer is expected to go on sale across Europe by early 2022 while its launch in India is uncertain. More

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      New TVS XL100 Coral Silk Colour Option Launched

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      New TVS XL100 Coral SilkJust ahead of the Diwali festive season, TVS XL100 Comfort i-TOUCHstart gets a premium new shade of Coral Silk
      The XL100 is TVS’s highest-selling product. It is also their most affordable two wheeler on offer. TVS XL100 is regaled for its high level of reliability, fuel efficiency and outstanding performance even across the highway.
      Currently being presented in colour options of Mint Blue, Luster Gold, Red Black and Grey Black, the company has added a new Coral Silk colour. This new Coral Silk colour to the TVS XL100 Comfort i-Touchstart connotes positivity and optimism.
      New TVS XL100 Price
      TVS XL100 is priced at Rs 41,139 – Rs 52,343 ex-sh. It basically caters to semi-urban and rural markets and is a popular buy in the company lineup for its cheaper running costs and affordable maintenance.
      Its design is utilitarian with a tall set handlebar, single seat and slim tyres. It weighs a total of 86 kgs with maximum payload capacity of 130kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 4 liters. TVS XL100 Comfort i-TOUCHstart comes in equipped with Integrated Starter Generator technology that aids in instant and silent start of the moped.
      TVS XL100 Prices
      Features also include a rounded halogen headlamp with an LED strip flanked by turn indicators. It gets a large footboard for loading luggage, footpegs on either sides for a more comfortable riding position. TVS XL 100 gets a basic instrument cluster with analogue speedometer and odometer and for the high-beam and turn indicators. The Comfort variant also sports a USB phone charging socket as well. It also gets added chrome on exhaust cover.
      TVS XL100 Engine Specs
      TVS XL100 Comfort is powered by 99.7cc BS6, single cylinder, fuel injected, 4 stroke engine offering 4.3 hp peak power at 6,000 rpm and 6.5 peak Nm at 3,500 rpm. The engine gets mated to a single speed gearbox with centrifugal wet clutch.
      It gets front and rear drum brakes along with combined braking system. It also gets conventional telescopic suspension in the front and dual hydraulic springs at the rear. A touchstart system is offered across both, Comfort as well as Heavyduty variants.
      TVS XL100 EMI Scheme
      Earlier this year, in view of the ongoing pandemic, the company introduced special EMI schemes for its top selling TVS XL100. EMIs are charged on a monthly basis of Rs 1,470 per month, working out to Rs 49 per day. The XL100 can also be purchased at a lower down payment of Rs 7,999 with a 6 month EMI holiday during which period, buyers will not have to make any EMI payments. These finance schemes for XL 100 were in association with finance companies such as L&T, TVS Credit, IDFC First Bank and Shriram Finance. More

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      Yamaha R15 Becomes Best Selling Motorcycle From Yamaha In Sep 2021

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      Image – Dhanbad DynomosYamaha R15 V4 is an updated version of the popular sports bike R15 V3, which also receives a new range-topping M trim
      Yamaha India launched the new gen R15 last month. India became the first country in the world where the new R15 V4 was launched. It is priced from Rs 1.68 lakh, ex-sh – making it one of the most expensive motorcycle in its segment.
      Yamaha R15 Sales Sep 2021 – A New High
      Production of the new Yamaha R15 had already started much before its launch. First undisguised spy shots appeared on the internet in Aug 2021. As per Sep 2021 sales data, R15 has become the best-selling motorcycle from Yamaha.
      In Sep 2021, Yamaha R15 sales were at 11,792 units. This is a 151% increase when compared to sales in Sep 2020, when R15 registered less than 4,700 units in sales. The second best-seller from Yamaha motorcycles was the FZ, followed by MT15 and then the FZ25 in Sep 2021. Sales of Yamaha FZ have declined sharply in Sep 2021. This is most likely due to parts shortage.
      In terms of MoM sales, R15 registered an almost 23% increase in sales. FZ registered a sales decline here as well. Yamaha Motorcycle sales have grown by 2.39% as compared to Aug 2021 sales. But the same have declined 31.65% when compared with Sep 2020. Take a look at the sales table below.
      Yamaha Motorcycle Sales Sep 2021
      Priced at Rs 1,67,800 and Rs 1,77,800 respectively, the 2021 Yamaha R15 V4 comes in three colours of Racing Blue, Dark Knight, and Metallic Red while the Yamaha R15M is in a single colour of Metallic Grey. Along with these two bikes, Yamaha has also launched the Yamaha R15M Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Edition which comes in with MotoGP branding on its fairing, fuel tank, front mudguard, and rear side panels.
      2021 Yamaha R15 V4 Features
      It gets single beam LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs, distinctive body panels, 3D badging on its muscular fuel tank, sporty body graphics and revised fairings are among its features along with anodized blue fork caps and golden coloured brake caliper. It also sports a fully digital LCD instrument console with Yamaha’s connectivity feature and Bluetooth.
      2021 Yamaha R15 V4 sees not much change in its engine specs. It gets the same 155cc, single cylinder, liquid cooled engine making 18.3 hp power at 10,000 rpm and 14.1 Nm torque at 7,500 rpm mated to a 6 speed gearbox with traction control and quick shifter. Front suspension is via inverted forks while rear suspension is via a monoshock unit. Braking is via disc brakes at either end, mated to dual channel ABS – offered as standard.
      Yamaha has also added the new Aerox 155 maxi-scooter to its lineup. Prices start from Rs 1,29,000 and it is offered in a single variant and three colour options of Racing Blue, Grey Vermillion, and MotoGP. The MotoGP version carries a price tag of Rs 1,30,500. Yamaha Aerox is powered by a 155cc, single cylinder engine with VVA technology. This engine produces 14.75 hp power and 13.9Nm torque making it the most powerful scooter in India and an able competitor to the Aprilia SXR 160. More

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      Top 10 Scooters Sep 2021 – Activa, Jupiter, Access, Dio, Ntorq

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      Image – R rohit RiderScooter sales dipped in September 2021 with the Honda Activa continuing to top the list with 2.45 lakh unit sales
      The past month has seen a de-growth across the scooter segment. Rising fuel prices could have had a major role to play while there is a certain migration towards the electric scooter segment in the country. Top 10 scooter sales in India dipped 4.98 percent on a YoY basis. Sales which had stood at 5,09,541 units in September 2020, fell 4.98 percent to 4,84,177 units in the past month.
      Honda Activa scooter commanded the list with 2,45,353 units sold last month, down 4.87 percent over 2,57,900 units sold in September 2020 relating to a volume loss of 12,547 units. Currently commanding a 50.63 percent share, Honda Activa has played a major role in allowing the company to go past domestic sales milestone of 5 crore units since commencing sales operations in 2001.
      TVS Jupiter, Suzuki Access, Honda Dio
      At No. 2 on the list of top 10 best-selling scooters in September 2021 was the TVS Jupiter. Sales remained flat at 56,339 units in September 2021, a marginal growth of 0.45 percent over 56,085 units sold in September 2020. TVS Jupiter 125 will join the list of scooters in the 125cc category that currently includes the likes of Suzuki Access, Honda Activa 125, Hero Destini 125, Maestro Edge 125 and Yamaha Fascino 125.
      Suzuki Access sales dipped 1.07 percent YoY to 45,040 units, down from 53,031 units sold in September 2020. Currently among the highest selling models in its segment, Access 125 is regaled for its retro design and a Bluetooth-enabled instrument cluster. At No. 4 was Honda Dio with a 2.73 percent YoY growth to 34,557 units, up from 33,639 units sold in September 2020.
      Top 10 Scooters – Sep 2021
      Ntorq 125 was the fifth best-selling scooter in the Indian market last month with 12.63 percent growth to 29,452 units sold in September 2021. This was up from 26,150 units sold in the same month of the previous year. TVS retails Ntorq 125 in a range of variants of Drum, Disc, Race Edition, Super Squad Edition and top-end Race XP version.
      Pleasure, Ray ZR and Fascino
      Lower down the order on the list of top 10 best-selling scooters in India were Hero Pleasure, Yamaha Ray ZR and Fascino. Pleasure sales increased 7.87 percent to 21,648 units, up from 20,068 units sold in September 2020. Yamaha posted de-growth for the Ray ZR down 17.50 percent to 16,121 units while sales of Fascino increased 4.43 percent to 14,244 units in the past month.
      Trailing the top 10 scooter list in terms of sales was  Hero Destini and Honda Grazia, both of which posted de-growth in a YoY basis. Destini sales dipped 37.09 percent to 12,358 units from 19,644 units sold in September 2020.

      Top 10 Scooters
      Sep-21
      Sep-20
      %

      1. Honda Activa
      2,45,353
      2,57,900
      -4.87

      2. TVS Jupiter
      56,339
      56,085
      0.45

      3. Suzuki Access
      45,040
      53,031
      -15.07

      4. Honda Dio
      34,557
      33,639
      2.73

      5. TVS Ntorq
      29,452
      26,150
      12.63

      6. Hero Pleasure
      21,648
      20,068
      7.87

      7. Yamaha RayZR
      16,121
      19,540
      -17.50

      8. Yamaha Fascino
      14,244
      13,640
      4.43

      9. Hero Destini
      12,358
      19,644
      -37.09

      10. Honda Grazia
      9,065
      9,844
      -7.91

      Total
      4,84,177
      5,09,541
      -4.98

      Hero MotoCorp had introduced a price hike with effect from 20th September 2021. This increase affects the company’s complete portfolio and are due to rising commodity prices. On the other hand, in September 2021, Honda Grazia sales fell 7.91 percent to 9,065 units as against 9,844 units sold in the same month of the previous year. More

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      New Jawa Cruiser Spied Testing In Pune – Launch Expected In 2022

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      New Jawa Cruiser SpiedLikely to be powered by Perak’s 334cc engine, Jawa cruiser will be a better match against 350cc segment rivals
      Launched in 2018, Jawa motorcycles have emerged as popular options for retro enthusiasts. While existing models continue to deliver consistent sales, Jawa is looking to further boost numbers by expanding its portfolio.
      Jawa range will be extended to include new products, one of which will be a cruiser bike. This was recently spotted on road test in Pune. Thanks to Suyog Phadtare for sharing the exclusive spy shot of new Jawa cruiser.
      Jawa cruiser styling and features
      Just like other Jawa bikes, the cruiser focuses on retro styling bits. Some key features include round headlamp and rear-view mirrors, tear-drop shaped fuel tank and turn signals, broad rear fender, and comfy wide seat.
      Dimensionally, Jawa cruiser appears to be around the same size as Perak. It is possible that it could share the same platform as that of Perak, with a bit of tuning. The upcoming Jawa Cruiser has a pillion seat, which is much larger than any other Jawa motorcycle on sale today. Also, the rear suspension setup is that of twin-shocks, instead of a monoshock that is seen on Perak.
      New Jawa Cruiser Spied
      Side profile is pretty skeletal with just the radiator, engine and side cover. The bike has dual exhaust pipes in a sober, minimalistic design. Users can expect a throaty aural experience, similar to or even better than existing Jawa motorcycles. The test mule spotted had a dark theme, evident in blacked-out parts such as crash guard, exhaust, engine, and wheels. At launch, the bike is likely to be offered in multiple colour options.
      Talking about ergonomics, Jawa cruiser has a comfortable, upright riding stance. The bike has raised, wide handlebar and forward set footpegs. The wide seat with ample cushioning should ensure optimal comfort for both rider and pillion.
      Footpegs for pillion are also placed in a forward position. It is possible that Jawa cruiser may get Bluetooth-based connectivity features. The test mule was spotted with inverted speedo, which is already offered with existing Jawa bikes.
      New Jawa Cruiser Spied
      Jawa cruiser engine and specs
      Powering Jawa cruiser could be the same 334 cc engine that currently does duty on Perak. The single cylinder, liquid cooled, DOHC engine is capable of generating 30.64 ps of max power and 32.74 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a constant mesh 6-speed gearbox.
      Jawa cruiser has standard telescopic forks at front and dual rear shock absorbers. The bike could be offered with options for both alloy and spoke wheels. It will have disc brakes at both ends, integrated with dual-channel ABS. Upon launch, it might not have any direct rival in the 350cc segment. In the price segment, it will continue to rival the range of 350cc motorcycles from Royal Enfield. If Bajaj Avenger 400 is launched, that could also be a potential rival.
      New Jawa Cruiser Spied
      After Jawa, Mahindra-owned Classic Legends is working to revive other iconic motorcycle brands such as Yezdi and BSA. Yezdi is expected to focus on Indian market, whereas BSA will target European markets, starting with UK.
      Yezdi bikes spotted on road tests include Roadking and an ADV motorcycle. Roadking will take on upcoming Royal Enfield Hunter 350 whereas the ADV will rival Royal Enfield Himalayan. Both Yezdi bikes are expected to be unveiled by end of this year or early next year. More