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      125cc Motorcycle Sales Nov 2021 – Pulsar, Raider, CB Shine, Glamour

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      Image – Auto EraKTM 125 series is the only true performance range of motorcycles in the 125cc category in India
      The 125cc segment of motorcycles has always been a crucial space in the Indian two-wheeler industry. It sits bang in the middle of the commuter motorcycle space between 100cc and 150cc bikes, which provide good fuel economy as well as decent level of performance for daily use.
      A total of 1,71,102 motorcycles with an engine displacement of 125cc were sold across the country in November this year. This was a sharp drop from 2,42,676 units recorded in November last year and 2,23,358 units sold in October this year. It resulted in a YoY decline of 29.49 percent and an MoM decline of 23.40 percent.
      125cc Motorcycle Sales Nov 2021 – CB Shine Leads
      The sales chart was led by CB Shine from Honda which accumulated the maximum volume of 83,622 units last month. However, it registered drops in both YoY and MoM figures with 11.43 percent and 26.36 percent respectively. Sales volume for CB Shine in November last year stood at 94,413 units whereas, in October this year, it stood at 1,13,554 units.
      The second spot was taken by the Pulsar range of motorcycles from Bajaj which sells two motorcycles in this category- Pulsar 125 and Pulsar NS125. Both bikes together accumulated a volume of 42,311 units in November this year. The Chakan-based bikemaker sold 56,549 units of 125cc Pulsars which led to a YoY decline of 25.18 percent.
      125cc Motorcycle Sales Nov 2021 vs Nov 2020 (YoY)
      Hero Glamour, Super Splendor generate decent volume
      In October 2021, Bajaj was able to dispatch 48,662 units of Pulsar 125 and Pulsar NS125 which translated to an MoM drop of 13 percent. Pulsar was trailed by Hero Glamour with a registered monthly volume of 21,901 units in November this year. This resulted in YoY degrowth of 45.11 percent and a MoM drop of 14.66 percent.
      Glamour was followed by its sibling Hero Super Splendor which recorded a monthly volume of 12,299 units in November this year. During the same month last year, Hero MotoCorp sold 50,499 units of Super Splendor which has translated to a YoY decline of 75.65 percent. In October this year, the company was able to dispatch 24,829 units of Super Splendor which led to an MoM drop of 50.47 percent.
      TVS records marginal decline
      The latest addition to this list is the new TVS Raider which was launched a few months ago. The Hosur-based bikemaker dispatched 10,040 units of Raider last month as opposed to 10,553 units sold in October this year. It resulted in a marginal MoM decline of 4.86 percent. The last spot was taken by the 125 series of KTM which includes Duke 125 and RC 125.
      125cc Motorcycle Sales Nov 2021 vs Oct 2021 (MoM)
      Only 929 units of the 125cc motorcycles from the Austrian brand were dispatched across the country last month as opposed to 1,316 units sold during the same month last year. This led to a YoY drop of 29.41 percent. However, it registered a massive MoM growth of 857.73 percent since only 97 units of KTM 125 were sold in October this year. More

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      2022 Honda CBR250RR New Trico Edition Colour Debuts

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      2022 Honda CBR250RR New Trico Colour EditionApart from the new colour, 2022 Honda CBR250RR will continue with the same set of features as current model
      To ensure a better match with CBR Fireblade DNA, Honda has introduced a new Trico Edition variant for CBR250RR in Malaysian market. It replaces the red colour scheme that was introduced in 2020. Price remains unchanged at RM 25,999, which is approximately Rs 4.67 lakh (ex-sh).
      2022 Honda CBR250RR New Trico Edition details
      As the name suggests, the new colour scheme is a combination of three primary colours – red, blue and white. Red shade is predominant, as can be seen on the front fender, headlamp cowl, side fairing, fuel tank and seat frame. Blue shade is used on the sides in a linear manner, stretching from the side fairing to the rear seat frame. Third highlight is the white shade that is used on side fairing and for branding elements.
      Intermix of red, blue and white create an exciting contrast with the blacked-out bits. Much of the bike’s core parts are blacked-out such as chassis, alloy wheels, sections of front cowl, and engine. USD forks in golden finish further enhance the bike’s sporty profile.
      Second colour option for Honda CBR250RR is Mat Gunpowder Black Metallic, which has been retained as is. It is essentially an all-black theme with contrasting red highlights. It too has golden USD forks. While Trico Edition seems more fun and livelier, the black theme is all about stealth, power and intrigue.
      2022 Honda CBR250RR New Trico Edition
      2022 Honda CBR250RR engine and specs
      Hardware is largely the same as current mode. Honda CBR250RR is powered by a parallel twin cylinder 249.7 cm, liquid cooled motor. It generates 40 hp of max power at 13,000 rpm and 25 Nm of peak torque at 11,000 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The bike has assist slipper clutch and quick shifter, which work to improve overall ride dynamics. It also has throttle-by-wire system controls.
      A uniquely-shaped full LCD digital instrument console sits snugly at the front. It displays a range of information such as fuel gauge, gear position and ride mode. There are three ride modes, Comfort, Sport and Sport+. The bike has diamond truss frame with USD front forks and 5-way adjustable monoshock unit at rear. Braking system comprises disc brakes at both ends with dual-channel ABS as standard.
      Honda CBR250RR India launch?
      It is unlikely that Honda CBR250RR will be launched in India. In terms of sale volumes, there’s limited scope for fully-faired quarter litre bikes in Indian market. Honda will focus more on mid-weight motorcycle segment, where it has had good response to bikes like CB350 and CB350RS.
      Over the next three years, Honda plans to increase sales in this segment to around 3 lakh units per annum. To make it possible, multiple new products are expected to be introduced. Honda is also working to increase its BigWing outlets to boost sales of its big bikes. More

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      Kawasaki Ninja 300, Z900, Versys 650 Prices Update – Jan 2022

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      Image – Wanderlust PD
      Kawasaki currently has seventeen models in its India portfolio, the range starts with Ninja 300 at Rs 3.24 lakh (ex-showroom)
      Kawasaki has updated prices of almost all models retailed in India. The latest price revision will come into effect on January 1, 2022. The Japanese superbike brand has taken to its social media handle about the recent price hike where the latest prices of all motorcycles have been mentioned.
      Kawasaki Prices Jan 2022 – Ninja 300
      The range starts with Ninja 300 which is now priced at Rs 3.24 lakh and has witnessed a hike of Rs 6,000. Its elder sibling- Ninja 650 can be had at a price of Rs 6.68 lakh instead of Rs 6.61 lakh. The naked iteration of the 650cc sports bike- Z650 has been priced at 6.24 lakh and hasn’t undergone a revision in prices.
      The retro sibling of Z650 called Z650 RS also hasn’t undergone any price change since it hasn’t arrived in showrooms yet. The modern classic motorcycle is priced at Rs 6.72 lakh. The only cruiser offering from Team Green in India is Vulcan S which is now available at a price of Rs 6.16 lakh, an increment of Rs 6,000.
      ADV Lineup- Versys 650, Versys 1000
      The ADV lineup of Kawasaki has also witnessed a substantial increment in prices. Versys 650 is now available at a price of Rs 7.15 lakh, while Versys 1000 can be bought at Rs 11.72 lakh. Therefore, prices have been increased by Rs 22,500 and Rs 17,000 respectively.
      Kawasaki India Prices Jan 2022
      Flagship Range
      The flagship Ninja twins- 1000SX and ZX10-R are now respectively priced at Rs 11.51 lakh and Rs 15.37 lakh. Prices of both sports bikes have seen a jump of Rs 11,000 and Rs 23,000 respectively.
      Kawasaki W800 can now be bought at Rs 7.33 lakh. Earlier, the modern classic roadster was priced at Rs 7.08 lakh. Prices of Z900 have been increased by Rs 8,000 which now stands at Rs 8.50 lakh.
      The flagship range of motorcycle range in the entire Kawasaki lineup= Z H2 and Z H2 SE has not witnessed a hike in the latest price revisions. Both naked streetfighters continue to be priced at Rs 21.90 lakh and 25.90 lakh respectively. Kawasaki also hasn’t touched the existing prices of the brand’s KX range of dirt bikes.
      The range consists of KX100, KX250, KX450 and KX450R, the last of them recently launched in India. The bikes are priced at Rs 4.88 lakh, Rs 7.99 lakh, Rs 8.59 lakh and Rs 8.99 lakh respectively. All prices mentioned are ex-showroom. Kawasaki is planning to launch a new entry-level motorcycle in the form of W175. More

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      KTM India Sales, Exports Nov 2021 – Duke, RC 125, 200, 250, 390 ADV

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      New KTM RC 200KTM reported a YoY and MoM de-growth in November 2021 with KTM 125 being the only model posting sales growth
      Recently launched KTM RC 125 and RC 200 have started arriving at showrooms. KTM is next getting ready to launch the updated RC 390. Sales are expected to get a boost in the coming months.
      Speaking about KTM India domestic sales, YoY and MoM de-growth was reported in November 2021 by 32.43 percent and 4.33 percent respectively. Even as every model in the company lineup posted a YoY de-growth, it was the KTM 125 (Duke and RC) that posted growth of 857.73 percent in a MoM basis to 929 units, up from 97 units sold in October 2021.
      KTM India Sales + Exports Nov 2021
      KTM India Sales Nov 2021 vs Nov 202 (YoY)
      KTM India Sales in November 2021 dipped 20.41 percent to 7,813 units, from 9,817 units sold in Nov 2020. It was only the KTM 125 range (Duke + RC) that posted a growth of 22.49 percent to 2,075 units, up from 1,694 units sold in November 2020.
      KTM 200 (Duke + RC) and KTM 250 (Duke + ADV) posted a 3.99 percent and 43.64 percent YoY de-growth to 2,935 units and 1,529 units respectively KTM 390 sales dipped 45.86 percent to 1,274 units, down from 2,353 units sold in November 2020.
      KTM India Sales Nov 2021 vs Nov 2020 (YoY)
      KTM India Sales Nov 2021 vs Oct 2021 (MoM)
      On a MoM basis, sales fell 61 percent from 9,733 units sold in October 2021. Here it was KTM 200 that saw the most sales of 2,935 units, a de-growth of 49.39 percent over 5,799 units sold in October 2021. KTM 125 at No. 2 posted the highest MoM growth of 1995.96 percent to 2,075 units, up from just 99 units sold in October 2021.
      KTM 250 also posted growth by 1.26 percent to 1,529 units, up from 1,510 units sold in October 2021 while KTM 390 sales dipped 45.20 percent from 2,325 units sold in October 2021.
      KTM India Exports Nov 2021
      In terms of exports, KTM shipped 4,017 units in November 2021, down 4.33 percent over 4,199 units shipped same month last year. MoM shipments grew by 54.09 percent over 2,607 units shipped in October 2021. In export markets, it was the KTM 125 and 200 series that saw increased demand reporting growth of 203.17 percent and 10.51 percent respectively.
      KTM India Sales Nov 2021 vs Oct 2021 (MoM)
      On a MoM basis, KTM 125 range posted a 57200 percent growth from 2 units exported in October 2021 to 1,146 units in the past month. Exports of the KTM 250 series also saw added impetus by 128.16 percent to 794 units in November 2021, up from 348 units exported in October 2021.
      2022 KTM 125 is expected to boost sales in the coming months. Apart from feature updates, the model is now 3.4 kgs lighter despite the fact that it sports a bigger 13.7 liter fuel tank. It gets its power via a 124cc, single cylinder engine and boasts of improved braking with larger 320mm disc in the front with ABS for better handling. KTM RC 125 competes with Yamaha R15 and Bajaj Pulsar RS200. More

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      2022 Yezdi Roadking New Motorcycle Teased Officially

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      Upcoming Yezdi Roadking 2022 Motorcycle RenderAtleast two new motorcycles under the Yezdi brand have been spied testing – One is Roadking scrambler and other is adventure
      Mahindra owned Classic Legends has been working to revive the defunct brands Yezdi and BSA. The company has already revived the Jawa brand in India back in late 2018 and BSA earlier this month. Initially, there will be two models coming out of the Yezdi lineup- the Roadking scrambler and an adventure bike.
      Both motorcycles are expected to be underpinned by a new architecture accompanied by a higher load-bearing rear subframe and have been spotted on multiple occasions in recent times. The company has been actively testing these bikes ahead of their launch expected to take place in the first half of 2022.
      2022 Yezdi Roadking New Motorcycle Teased
      As seen in earlier spy shots, the Roadking is expected to be a neo-retro scrambler with some classic styling elements. The motorcycle has been spied featuring highlights such as a round headlamp, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, circular rearview mirrors and fork gaiters. The single-piece seat gets a ribbed pattern while the tail section seems upright yet very short.
      The rear fender has no visible extension and flaunts a small LED headlamp while the rear wheel gets a tyre hugger. The bike will feature a twin exhaust setup with short tailpipes and canisters. Take a look at the first official teaser below.

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      — yezdiforever (@yezdiforever) December 21, 2021

      Riding ergonomics look fairly comfortable with a tall and wide handlebar and centre-set footpegs. Mechanical components including engine-gearbox assembly, liquid cooling shrouds and suspension units have been blacked out to provide a dual-tone theme to the motorcycle.
      Yezdi Adventure Styling
      Coming to its Adventure sibling, the motorcycle receives some distinct styling highlights which are in line with contemporary modern ADVs. These include a signature beak upfront, a raised tail section, a taller stance and a big windscreen. Unlike the scrambler, the adventure bike boasts of a single-sided upswept exhaust canister and different radiator shrouds in comparison to current Jawa models.
      Expected Specs & Features
      Both motorcycles share the same underpinnings with the frame being suspended on conventional telescopic forks at front and a mono-shock with preload adjustability at rear. However, the Adventure bike is expected to offer more travel than its scrambler sibling. That said, both motorcycles ride on wire-spoked wheels shod with dual-purpose tyres.
      Anchorage will be taken care of by disc brakes on both ends with calipers from ByBre. In terms of features, Yezdi ADV will be equipped with a fully digital instrument console and all-LED illumination including taillight, turn indicators and headlight.
      In all probability, these bikes will be powered by a 334cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled motor that pumps out 30 bhp and 32.74 Nm of peak torque. This unit will be paired with a six-speed gearbox via a slipper and assist clutch. The powertrain currently features in Jawa Perak and will also be seen propelling the brand’s upcoming cruiser. More

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      TVS Apache 165 RP Race Performance Teased Ahead Of Launch

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      TVS Apache 165 Race Performance – RenderUpon launch, TVS Apache 165 RP is expected to be priced at a premium of around Rs 5000-7000 over RTR 160 4V
      Earlier this year, TVS had filed a new trademark for a more performance-oriented motorcycle in the Apache range. The registered trademark read as ‘TVS Apache 165 RP’. The Hosur-based bikemaker has now released an official teaser, which says that TVS RP Race Performance is Coming Soon.
      For starters, RP stands for ‘Race Performance’ which was revealed in the short 14-second teaser. In all probability, TVS would be launching RP Editions based on multiple Apache models in the future. The first of them is expected to be Apache RTR 165 RP which will be based on RTR 160 4V.
      TVS Apache 165 RP Race Performance Teased
      The video teaser doesn’t reveal much except that the upcoming motorcycle will be “the pinnacle of performance”. Hence, models in the RP series will specifically cater to enthusiasts who seek more performance extracted out of their machine.
      For this, TVS could be using a rebored version of the 159.7cc, single-cylinder, oil-cooled engine that currently powers Apache RTR 160 4V. It could also offer some new kits, like they offered with Apache 310 earlier this year. This kits will allow owners to tune their motorcycles as per their need.
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      In its current form, this fuel-injected motor dishes out 17.63 bhp and 14.73 Nm of peak torque which in itself is segment-leading. When rebored and retuned, this power plant will pump out a few extra horses and twisting force. In all likelihood, this engine will be paired with the same 5-speed transmission, however, certain tweaks could be made to the gear ratios.
      Expected Updates
      TVS is also expected to make some styling revisions to Apache RTR 165 RP in order to distinguish itself from RTR 160 4V and make it look sportier than its sibling. Ergonomics of the bike will also be altered to provide a more aggressive riding posture, thanks to a lower-set clip-on handlebar accompanied by slightly rear-set footpegs.
      Not just ergonomics but adjustments would also be made to the hardware configurations of the bike. A suspension setup comprising telescopic forks at front and a Showa-sourced mono-shock unit at rear with preload adjustability are expected to be carried forward to Apache RTR 165 RP. However, damping of both front and rear units is expected to be stiffer in order to provide better handling and stability at high speeds.
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      A stronger braking setup is expected to be offered by TVS so that it offers plenty of bite. Disc brakes at both ends will be complemented by a dual-channel ABS as standard ABS. There is data of its powertrain specs available as of now but we expect details to come our way in the near future.
      In terms of features, all gizmos on offer in RTR 160 4V are expected to be carried forward to RTR 165 RP. These include all-LD illumination, a fully digital instrument console, LED DRLs, Glide Through Traffic (GTT) technology, a one-touch start and a wave bite ignition key. TVS might also throw in the brand’s connectivity solution called SmartXonnect. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar Sales Nov 2021 – 125, 150, 160, 180, 200, 220, 250

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      Bajaj Pulsar NS 200Bajaj Auto reported a 12 percent YoY de-growth in two wheeler sales last month even as it was the No.1 motorcycle maker in November 2021
      Bajaj Pulsar sales have not been so promising either in terms of domestic sales or exports, both of which have posted YoY and MoM de-growth. Last month, Bajaj Auto announced that plans were afoot to update the existing range of Pulsar bikes with new gen models. The company is known to be working on these new gen models and with the Pulsar 125 and 150 bringing in most sales, these could be the two that will receive the updates first.
      Bajaj Pulsar Sales Nov 2021 – Domestic Market
      Bajaj Pulsar sales in November 2021 stood at 61,913 units, down 40.98 percent over 1,04,904 units sold in November 2020. It was also a MoM de-growth of 28.42 percent over 86,500 units sold in October 2021. Each model in the Pulsar range has posted de-growth.
      Pulsar 125 contributed the most to total sales in the past month. Sales stood at 42,311 units, down 25.18 percent over 56,549 units sold in November 2020 but with a share of 68.24 percent over 56.26 percent held in October 2021 when sales had stood at 48,662 units.
      Pulsar 150 sales also dipped 57.41 percent YoY and 46.59 percent MoM to 13,084 units in November 2021 down from 30,719 units sold in November 2020. In October 2021, sales had stood at 24,495 units. Share also dipped from 28.32 percent held in October 2021 to 21.13 percent in the past month.
      Bajaj Pulsar Sales and Exports breakup – Nov 2021 vs Nov 2020 (YoY)
      Of the Pulsar 160, 180 and 200, the company noted sales to the extent of 5,874 units last month, down 44.17 percent over 4,648 units sold in November 2020. MoM sales dipped 20.70 percent from 7,407 units sold in October 2021 even as share went up from 8.56 percent to 9.49 percent.
      Sales of Pulsar 220F / 250 fell by 90.85 percent to 644 units last month, down from 7,114 units sold in November 2020 while MoM sales dipped 89.15 percent over 5,936 units sold in October 2021. Pulsar 220F has been discontinued, as it makes way for new gen N250 and F250.
      Bajaj Pulsar Exports November 2021
      Exports of the Pulsar brand also suffered de-growth in November 2021. Shipments dipped to 23,850 units, down 26.71 percent over 32,540 units sold in November 2020 while MoM exports fell 10.71 percent from 26,711 units sold in October 2021.
      Bajaj Pulsar Sales and Exports breakup – Nov 2021 vs Oct 2021 (MoM)
      In global market, it was Pulsar 220F (1,536 units) that posted a YoY and MoM growth while the Pulsar 150 (10,632 units) saw a marginal increase on a MoM basis. Pulsar 160,180 and 200 exports fell 33.72 percent YoY to 9,410 units while MoM shipments dipped 1945 percent over 11,682 units sold in October 2021. Pulsar 125 exports fell 60.96 percent YoY to 2,272 units and 45.23 percent MoM from 4,148 units exported in October 2021.
      Taking total sales of the Pulsar range into account, sales dipped YoY and MoM. YoY sales were down 37.60 percent to 85,763 units from 1,37,444 units sold in November 2020 and down 24.24 percent over 1,13,211 units sold in October 2021. Even as each of the models in this range dipped YoY, growth was seen on a MoM basis in all models under the Pulsar range except for Pulsar 125 which fell 11.43 percent to 46,773 units.
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      Okinawa Electric Scooter Sales In 2021 Records 1 Lakh Milestone

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      Okinawa Electric Scooter SalesOkinawa reports sales milestone of over 1,00,000 units in India in 2021 largely attributed to the family e-scooter success
      Okinawa has attained yet another milestone in its exciting journey as a new and leading electric vehicle brand in India. The company reports that sales have surpassed the 1,00,000 units milestone in India. This includes high-speed and low-speed models that Okinawa sells.
      Through 2021, Okinawa sales has been dominated by iPraise+ and Praise Pro electric scooter. Sales momentum has been helped largely by the locally manufactured iPraise+ and Praise Pro. They accounted for about 60 – 70 per cent share of yearly sales.
      Okinawa dealer network
      In order to improve its footprint and reach out to more and more buyers, Okinawa has focused on increasing its dealership network. This helps meet growing demand for its family e-scooters. Current dealership count stands at 400+ points spread across metro cities, Tier 2, Tier 3 cities, and rural markets.
      Okinawa Galaxy experience centre in Uttarakhand lets customers know more. In order to let customers better understand design and high-tech capabilities of its products, 50 more Okinawa Galaxy Stores will be inaugurated through the country in 2022.
      Okinawa Electric Scooter Sales In 2021
      Total investment through the next three years is earmarked at Rs 500 crore. Through Phase I, Rs 250 crore is to be invested. Gradually, investment will be increased over the coming years. Okinawa operates its own assembly line for motors and controls. Localisation is set to reach 100 per cent with the exception of battery cells. These units will continue to be imported. Okinawa is geared up to launch its new ‘High Speed Electric Scooter’ in Q1 2022.
      Okinawa riding experience
      In recent years, understanding of electric two-wheelers has gained mainstream attention. Better understanding has raised awareness around such products, and as a result purchases have improved. With companies reporting improved sales, manufacturers are taking the bull by its horns. R&D investments have improved, and the number of launches each year continues to increase.
      Stakeholder investments too have improved on the back of positivity. In a market that is still small by volume, Okinawa has been met with success when it comes to mass penetration of e2Ws in India. Through months of difficulty brought on by Covid19 pandemic, Okinawa is reputed as the second most selling E2W in India.
      Jeetender Sharma, MD and Founder of Okinawa Autotech, remarked of the milestone achievement, “We are glad and appreciative to those who expressed their belief in Okinawa and therefore helped us achieve this milestone. With our dynamic product selection and unique riding experiences, Okinawa has set new milestones in the mass penetration of Electric Two-Wheelers in India since its beginning.
      We’ve had only one strategy from the start: raise awareness and debunk all kinds of myths around EVs. We will continue to cater to the requirements of the purists, while also fulfilling the aspirations of a new base of the youth who have a very different approach with two-wheelers. We remain committed in our endeavour to serve our consumers with exciting new launches and curated experiences.” More