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      2021 Triumph Street Scrambler Teased Ahead Of India Launch

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      2021 Triumph Street ScramblerWhen launched in India, the new Triumph Street Scrambler will go head-to-head against Ducati Scrambler Icon
      Triumph is aggressively expanding its international portfolio by unveiling new products across various segments. Back in April this year, the British bikemaker took the wraps off the latest version of Street Scrambler that will also head towards Indian shores. The company, through a teaser on social media, has now confirmed the same.
      The 2021 Street Scrambler features some subtle aesthetic and mechanical updates over its predecessor. It will be available in two forms- standard and a limited-run Sandstorm Edition. The latter has been priced at Rs 9.95 lakh (ex-showroom) for India and is limited to just 775 units worldwide.
      Updated Styling
      To start with its design, 2021 iteration of Street Scrambler gets a raft of styling updates. These include a new side panel with an aluminium number board, a new brushed aluminium headlight bracket, a new heel guard and throttle body finishers. The split-style seats get a new Alcantara-like finish. That said, Triumph has retained the overall retro styling of the bike with the same set of body panels.
      Retro-style components such as a round headlamp, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a single-sided high-mounted twin exhaust canister, wire-spoked wheels shod with knobby tyres, fork gaiters and circular rearview mirrors. Triumph, however, has done away with a rubberised grip pad on the tank. It will be available in three paint schemes- a dual-tone Matte Khaki with Matte Ironstone, Jet Black or Urban Grey.
      2021 Triumph Street Scrambler teased
      The Sandstorm Edition gets additional cosmetic enhancements such as a headlight grille, rubber grip pads on the tank, a beak-like high-mounted front mudguard and an engine belly pan which give it a unique appearance. Further, it will be shipped with a personalised certificate of authenticity that will also bear the bike’s VIN number lending it exclusivity. The bike tips the weighing scales at 223kg.
      Mechanical Specs
      Getting into specifications, the bike is powered by a 900cc, parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engine which also powers Bonneville Street Twin. This motor is now BS6/Euro-5 compliant and pushes out 64.1 bhp at 7,500rpm and a peak torque of 80 Nm at 3,200rpm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed gearbox.
      The new Street Scrambler is underpinned by the same steel twin-cradle frame that is suspended on non-adjustable 41mm forks telescopic at front and preload-adjustable twin shocks at rear. Braking duties will be carried out by single disc brakes on both front and rear ends with calipers from Brembo and Nissin respectively. Safety is provided by dual-channel ABS as standard.
      2021 Triumph Street Scrambler
      Features on offer
      Speaking of features, Street Scrambler gets an analogue speedometer with LCD display, a 12-litre fuel tank, full LED illumination traction control and three ride modes- road, rain and off-road. For better off-road performance, it gets switchable ABS. One can expect it to be priced around Rs 9.00 lakh (ex-showroom) when launched in India. More

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      Hero Electric Scooter Sales Highest In Sep 2021 – Production To Increase

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      Hero Electric Scooter Sales Sep 2021With increase in demand, Hero Electric plans to increase product current capacity of 1 lakh to 5 lakh units by March 2022
      Hero Electric, India’s largest electric two wheelers company, offers several electric scooters. Among the most popular Hero Electric scooters are Flash, Optima, Photon, NYX and Dash. These electric scooters, with FAME II and additional State Government subsidies are now attractively priced.
      Hero Electric Scooter Sales – Sep 2021
      In June 2021, FAME II subsidies for electric bikes was increased from Rs 10,000 to Rs 15,000 per kWh battery capacity with overall subsidy cap doubled to 40 percent of the cost of the two wheeler. Thanks to increase in fuel prices, electric scooter demand is on the rise. This can be see in the sales report of Hero Electric for Sep 2021. Last month, they sold more than 6,500 High-Speed vehicles
      Mr. Sohinder Gill, CEO, Hero Electric said, “Hero Electric has been on the forefront and leader in embarking the journey towards EV adoption in India. The industry has seen its biggest growth for EVs pertaining to the compressive approach and consumer-friendly policies, further propelling the demand for sustainable mobility solutions.
      With the increased awareness and better infrastructure, Hero Electric achieved a larger sale volume and eyes upward growth trajectory in the coming months. We look forward to the festive season and are all geared to meet the rising electric two-wheeler demand in the country.”
      Hero Optima Electric Scooter
      Following special incentives being offered by the State Governments, Hero Electric noted a sharp increase in sales for the first half of this year. The company sold a total of 15,000 electric scooters in the first 6 months of 2021 which is 5 times higher as against 3,270 units sold in the same period of 2020.
      July 2021 sales stood at 4,500 units, 10 times higher as compared to 399 units sold in July 2020. The company also saw increase in demand in July – Sep 2021 and a consistent growth in market share. Currently, Hero Electric commands 40 percent share in the electric two wheeler market.
      Rising Demand, Increased Production
      In view of rising demand, particularly so in the ‘City Speed’ segment, the company plans increase in capacity from a current 1 lakh units to over 5 lakh units by March 2022. Currently Hero Electric 13 electric two-wheeler across 6 platforms, divided into Low Speed (Comfort Speed or below 25 km/h) and City Speed (City Speed or around 40-45 km/h) categories.
      Hero Electric will be expanding capacity of its new production unit in Ludhiana while the company states that it plans to subsequently add to production capacities of one million every year with production targets set at over five million (50 lakh) electric two wheelers per year by 2026 as the company looks forward to a tremendous boost in electric mobility.
      Increased Dealerships and New Launches
      As of September 2021, Hero Electric has a total of 339 dealerships across 162 cities in the country. Plans are afoot to enhance these dealerships while the company also plans launch of exclusive experience showrooms in major cities to help create more awareness of electric vehicles in India.
      Naveen Munjal, MD, Hero Electric confirmed that the new Hero AE-47 electric motorcycle in the premium category, is ready for production. However with the current pandemic situation in the country, its launch has been delayed. The company plans to pay greater attention to launch of low cost electric two wheelers with the premium range pushed to a later date sometime in 2022. More

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      Yezdi Roadking, ADV Front View Spied 1st Time – Exhaust Note Has Throaty Sound

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      Yezdi ADVMahindra-owned Classic Legends could unveil the all-new Yezdi range by end of this year
      A popular brand in 70s and 80s, Yezdi motorcycles are all set to be re-launched in their 21st century version. Frequency of road tests has increased in recent months, which indicates that the bikes could be unveiled soon. Yezdi nameplate has a strong connect with enthusiasts, who will surely like to give it a try. As of now, most of the original Yezdi bikes are largely collectors’ items.
      Yezdi Roadking styling
      Although the bike gets a modern makeover, the retro look and feel is evident in features such as circular headlamp and rear-view mirrors. Handlebar is ergonomically placed, making it suitable for long journeys. With centrally-placed footpegs, the bike ensures a comfortable riding stance.
      Tail section is largely non-existent, which helps achieve a scrambler look for the bike. The registration number plate is mounted on the rear tyre hugger. The bike has minimal fairing with parts of the frame exposed to ensure a muscular profile.
      Talking about hardware, the bike gets conventional telescopic forks at front and twin rear shock absorbers. It has spoke wheels shod with dual-purpose tyres. The rear is a wider unit as compared to the front tyre. The bike gets dual upswept exhaust. Disc brakes can be seen at both ends. ABS is expected to be offered as standard.
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      Yezdi ADV styling
      Based on the same platform, Yezdi adventure motorcycle and Roadking share quite a few components and features. Yezdi ADV gets round headlamp, tall visor, raised front fender, and fork gaiters. Latest spy video is credit to Kaif Nasir / Suyog.
      It has larger front wheel and rear smaller unit is shod with wider tyre. Similar to Royal Enfield Himalayan, Yezdi ADV gets dedicated luggage racks at front and rear. As compared to Himalayan, the horsey feel seems a little subdued on Yezdi ADV. Better clarity will emerge when the bike is unveiled.
      Engine options
      Roadking will primarily rival upcoming Royal Enfield Hunter 350. The latter will utilize the new 350cc engine that makes 20.2 bhp and 27 Nm. Yezdi ADV will take on Himalayan that is powered by a 411cc, air cooled, single cylinder, SOHC motor. It makes 24.3 bhp / 32 Nm.
      Yezdi Roadking
      Roadking could borrow the 293 cc, single cylinder, liquid cooled motor from Jawa. It is capable of generating max power of 27.3 ps and peak torque of 27 Nm. It is mated to a 6-speed constant-mesh transmission. It is also possible that Roadking could be powered by the 334cc motor currently in use with Jawa Perak. This unit makes 30.64 ps / 32.74 Nm and is coupled to a 6-speed gearbox.
      Yezdi ADV motorcycle could also get any of these two engine options. Engine performance parameters could be tweaked, as per the requirements of these bikes. If competitively priced, Yezdi bikes could emerge as a viable alternative to Royal Enfield motorcycles. It will be interesting to see how this segment evolves after Yezdi’s entry.
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      TVS Building EV Charging Network For Upcoming Electric Scooters, Motorcycles

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      File photo of a TVS motorcycle concept.TVS and Tata Power will be putting their focus on solar energy sources at the upcoming charging network
      Automakers are forming strategic alliances with firms that have resources to build a wide electric vehicle (EV) charging network across the country. TVS Motor Company is the latest automaker that has entered into a strategic partnership with Tata Power to create a large EV charging infrastructure to accelerate electric mobility in India.
      This charging network will be dedicated to electric two-wheelers in the country. As part of the MoU, the two firms agreed to drive a comprehensive implementation of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (EVCI) across India and deploy solar power technologies at TVS Motor locations.
      Focus On Solar Energy
      The partnership aims to create a regular AC charging network and a DC fast-charging network for electric two-wheelers. Both companies will look to explore opportunities to use solar energy to power select TVS Motor locations. This will also allow owners of TVS iQube electric scooter access to a widespread charging network through the TVS Motor customer connect app and Tata Power EZ Charge app across India.
      TVS has stated that it is focused on substantially enhancing customer convenience through world-class fast-charging solutions. The bikemaker intends to expand technologies in solar energy that will play a vital role in the shift towards clean energy adoption by consumers. With increasing concerns over climate change, renewable sources such as solar energy will play a key role going forward.
      TVS Creon Electric Scooter Concept
      In line with the company’s vision of electrification, Joint MD of TVS, Sudarshan Venu, said that the Hosur-based automaker envisages a wide and reliable charging infrastructure for two and three-wheeler EV customers across India. This will be powered by renewable sources of energy, such as solar.
      TVS has already revealed that they have a dedicated team which is working on range of upcoming electric vehicles which likely includes new e-scooters and e-motorcycles. It will also help TVS to increase footprints of iQube across the country.
      iQube Details
      TVS aims to increase presence of the electric scooter to 25 cities within the next few months. It is currently available in cities like Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai, Kochi, Surat, Vizag, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, Jaipur and Ahmedabad. iQube is currently priced at Rs 1.00 lakh (ex-showroom).
      TVS iQube Electric Scooter
      The e-scooter is powered by a hub-mounted BLDC electric motor which derives its energy from a 2.25kWh lithium-ion battery. This powertrain returns a peak output of 4.4kW and 140 Nm of torque. TVS claims a range of 75km on a single charge. It can achieve a top speed of 40kmph in Eco mode and 78kmph in Sport mode while the 0-40kmph acceleration time is 4.2 seconds.
      Tata Power Network
      Tata Power has an expansive network of over 5,000 home chargers and over 700 public chargers in more than 120 cities in India. The company is present across all segments of the EV eco-system– public charging, captive charging, home and workplace charging stations, and has deployed all types of chargers, including DC chargers and AC Chargers. More

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      Triumph Tiger 660 Makes Global Debut Ahead Of India Launch

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      Triumph Tiger 660Much awaited Tiger 660 adventure motorcycle has made its global debut – It is offered in a choice of 3 colour options
      An adventure sports motorcycle, Triumph Tiger Sport 660 is based on Trident 660. The latter was launched in India earlier this year in April at a starting price of Rs 6.95 lakh (ex-showroom). Today, Tiger 660 has made its global debut. Launch in India is likely to take place in Jan 2022.
      Triumph Tiger Sport 660 design and features
      Although Tiger Sport 660 shares majority of its hardware with Trident 660, the bike has quite a few unique features. Starting at the front, Tiger Sport 660 gets sleek twin LED headlamps. The front fairing sports a pointy nose, which ensures a dominating road presence.
      The overall look and feel is further accentuated with the use of a large windscreen. This could be an adjustable unit. In comparison, naked Trident 660 features a neo-retro design theme. It is equipped with round headlamp.
      Talking about side profile, Tiger Sport 660 utilizes prominent radiator shrouds. The front fairing extends towards the sides, merging seamlessly with the fuel tank. On Tiger Sport, the fuel tank has a different design in comparison to that of Trident 660. It also can carry more fuel. Trident 660 can carry 14 litres of fuel, while Tiger 660 can carry 17 liters of fuel.
      Triumph Tiger 660
      Basic structure of the exhaust pipes and underbelly exhaust is largely the same in both bikes. Another difference can be seen in the seat and tail section of Tiger Sport. As compared to Trident 660, Tiger Sport has a longer seat with more space for the rider. The seat appears to be more comfy, as compared to that of Trident.
      Overall ergonomics have been tweaked to make Tiger Sport more suitable for long distance journeys. While Trident has a forward leaning riding stance, things are more upright with Tiger Sport. Making it possible are the centrally placed foot pegs and raised, wide handlebars.
      At the rear, Tiger Sport 660 has an elevated tail section with a narrow strip for mounting the number plate. In comparison, the number plate on Trident 660 is mounted on the swingarm linked tyre hugger unit.
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      Triumph Tiger Sport 660 engine
      Tiger 660 is powered by the same engine, as on offer with Trident 660. Even the max output specs are same. Triumph Trident 660 is powered by a 660cc liquid cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder motor that is capable of producing 80 bhp of max power at 10,250 rpm and 64 Nm of peak torque at 6,250 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed transmission. The bike is equipped with slip and assist clutch, which significantly reduces rider fatigue.
      The tubular steel perimeter frame on Tiger Sport looks the same as that of Trident. However, Tiger Sport seems to have an additional sub-frame at the rear. This is likely needed to support the weight of panniers and cargo at the rear.
      Triumph Tiger 660
      Other hardware components such as suspension and braking system are the same as that of Trident 660. The bike utilizes Showa 41mm USD forks at front and Showa monoshock RSU with preload adjustment at the rear. It has twin 310mm floating discs at front and single 255mm disc at rear. Dual-channel ABS is offered as standard. More

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      Honda Two Wheeler Sales Cross 50 Million Milestone – Activa No 1 Scooter

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      Honda ActivaHonda Activa scooter has played a crucial role in helping the company achieve this milestone
      Honda Two-Wheelers has crossed the 5 crore / 50 million sales milestone in India. Having started its solo operations in 2001, following its separation from Hero MotoCorp, the company caters to a wide range of buyers with a host of motorcycles and scooters, each targeting a different customer base. Earlier this year, Hero MotoCorp celebrated 100 million sales milestone.
      Honda has achieved this milestone over past 2 decades. The first 1 crore (10 million) customer base was in the initial 11 years to touch a 2 crore sales milestone in 3 years and then on to 2.5 crores in 16 years. The fastest growth, at triple the speed, has been reported in the past 5 years when the next 2.5 crore customers were added taking a total tally to 5 crores. Best sellers from Honda include offerings such as the Activa, CB Shine, Dio, Grazia, Unicorn, Dream, CB350, etc.
      Honda Activa India’s Highest Selling Scooter
      Helping Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) on this momentous journey has been the Honda Activa. Launched in 2001, this scooter has many feathers in its cap. It is the country’s highest selling scooter and has been receiving several updates over the years. The Activa range consists of Activa 6G and Activa 125.
      The Dio scooter along with the Grazia have also added to the company success and both these models are set to get new variants as per documents filed with the RTO. Activa variants listed in the document include Activa 6G and Activa 6G LED. There will also be four variants of Dio listed as Dio, Dio with digital speedometer, Dio with 3D emblem, Dio with digital speedometer and 3D emblem, each of which get composite cast wheels.
      Honda Two Wheeler Sales Sep 2021
      Honda’s Journey 1999-2021
      Starting with the company’s incorporation in 1999, HMSI set up its first production unit in Manesar from where the Honda Activa made its debut. Exports of the company commenced in 2002 while the Unicorn 150cc marked its entry in 2004 while in the same year, the Activa scooter emerged as the No.1 brand in the country.
      In 2006, HMSI introduced the Shine 125cc motorcycle and in 2008, despite an economic slowdown, the company managed to sustain double digit growth. An industry first Combi-Brake System with equalizer technology was launched in 2009 and in 2011, the company opened its 2nd manufacturing unit in Tapukara, Rajasthan.
      Following its entry into the mass motorcycle 110cc segment in 2012, the company also inaugurated a new technical center with integrated SEDBQ function while a 3rd plant in Narsapura, Karnataka was opened in 2013. HMSI also introduced Honda Eco Technology (HET) contributing to improved mileage and in 2014, Honda Gold Wing GL1800 was introduced into the country.
      HMSI’s journey continued with more new models being introduced in 2015 while expansion with a 4th plant in Vithalapur, Gujarat was inaugurated in 2016. Honda Africa Twin came to India in 2017 and in 2018, the company achieved several milestones with 40 million sales, investment of Rs. 6.3 billion into the Vithalapur facility and exports crossing the 2 million mark. 2020 saw the introduction of a new lineup of scooters and motorcycles while in 2021, the company crossed the 5 crore unit mark in domestic markets among other achievements. More

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      BMW Scooter C400GT Coming Soon – New Launch Teaser

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      BMW C400GT for IndiaBMW C400GT Maxi-Scooter targets a niche segment in India – It is powered by a 350cc engine
      BMW Motorrad India is set to introduce the new C400GT scooter in India. The premium scooter is already on sale in select countries around the world. It received an update earlier this year, and it is this updated version that will be launched in India. Ahead of launch, BMW India has shared a new teaser on their social media.
      BMW C400GT – Features and Technology
      BMW C400GT sports a stylish look and targets a niche customer base in the country. It gets an apron mounted headlamp, tall wind screen and all LED lighting. It also sports a split style footboard, an upswept exhaust, stepped up saddle and grab rails at the rear along with features that include ride-by-wire technology, keyless ignition, heated grips and seat and a USB charging socket.
      The maxi-scooter also sports plentiful under seat storage space, self-calibrating ASC and a TFT screen displaying a host of information and navigation. The new BMW C400GT rides on cast aluminum wheels and is being offered in colour options of Alpine White, Style Triple Black, and Callisto Gray Metallic shades.
      The Bluetooth enabled instrument cluster comes in with BMW Motorrad connectivity with smart features and the handlebar mounted multi controller allows for access to a host of function among which are music, contacts and to make and receive calls. Safety is via an anti-theft alarm system, standard traction control and ABS.

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      — BMWMotorrad_IN (@BMWMotorrad_IN) October 4, 2021

      BS6 Compliant Engine
      BMW C400GT will be powered by a BS6 compliant, 350cc single cylinder, liquid cooled, fuel injected engine that makes 34 hp power at 7,500 rpm and 26 Nm torque at 5,750 rpm. The engine gets mated to a CVT claiming a top speed of 140 km/h. The scooter also meets Euro V emission norms.
      Its global spec model receives 35mm telescopic forks in the front and dual spring loaded shock absorbers at the rear with adjustable pre-load. Braking is via dual disc brake in the front and single disc at the rear with BMW Motorrad ABS offered as standard. These very same mechanics will be on offer with the India-spec model too.
      Though bookings have opened, details of pricing and availability are yet to be announced. However, being in the premium segment, the BMW C400GT could command a price tag of around Rs 7-10 lakh, ex-sh, making it the most expensive maxi-scooter in the country.
      BMW Motorrad India Sales
      Last year, BMW Motorrad posted sales of over 2,500 motorcycles. Best-selling BMW two wheelers in India are the G310 twins which are manufactured locally by TVS. Thanks to these two, BMW motorcycle sales in India have increased considerably in the past few years. Not only India, the G310R and G310GS are among the top 5 BMW motorcycles sold globally. More

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      New Hero Pleasure Plus XTEC, Maestro Launch Soon – First Official Teaser

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      Hero Pleasure Plus XTECThe 125cc iteration of Hero Maestro Edge is currently offered at a price range of Rs 74,000 and Rs 83,000 (ex-showroom)
      Just ahead of the start of festive season 2021, Hero MotoCorp is getting ready to launch an array of new and updated products in India. This includes models like Xpulse 200 4V, Pleasure Plus Xtec and Xtreme 200 4V. Ahead of their launch, Hero MotoCorp has now shared official launch teaser video of the new Pleasure Plus XTEC.
      Apart from this, the largest two-wheeler brand in the world is also planning to launch an updated version of Maestro Edge 125 which gets the company’s in-built telematics Hero Connect. This functionality is expected to be offered as a standard company-fitted feature in the models mentioned above.
      Addition of Hero Connect
      Currently, Hero offers Hero Connect as an official accessory in models such as Destini 125, Pleasure Plus, Pleasure Plus Platinum Edition, Xpulse 200 and Xtreme 160R at a price of Rs 4,999. Now, this creature comfort will also be extended to the Maestro Edge lineup as an optional kit.
      Hero Connect offers a wide range of smart features such as vehicle last location, onboard navigation, trip analysis, topple alert, live tracking, speed alert, geo-fencing and more. These new internet-connected features will help owners to track their vehicle better, resulting in an ease of ownership experience. Below is the new teaser video of the Pleasure Plus XTEC.
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      From the latest spy shots, the scooter doesn’t appear to get any visual changes and is also unlikely to receive any changes underneath its skin. The prototype seen in these images is wrapped around a Prismatic Yellow paint scheme with shades of black colour on side panels and front apron.
      Specs & Features on offer
      In terms of dimensions, Maestro Edge 125 measures 1,843mm in length, 718mm in width and 1,139mm in height. Wheelbase of the scooter measures 1,261mm while it offers a ground clearance of 155mm. It weighs 111 kilos and offers a fuel tank capacity of 5 litres. Maestro Edge is also offered with a plethora of colour options some of which include funky decals and body graphics.
      Coming to specifications, it is powered by a 124.6cc single-cylinder air-cooled unit which kicks out 9 bhp at 7,000rpm and peak torque of 10.4Nm at 5,500rpm. Power is sent to the rear wheel via a CVT gearbox. The scooter is suspended on telescopic forks up front and a mono-shock at rear.
      Braking hardware comprises drum brakes on both ends as standard with the option of a front disc. The braking system is equipped with Hero’s Integrated Braking System which is essentially a CBS. Other features on offer include a full-LED headlamp, optional USB charger and a fully digital instrument console compatible with Bluetooth connectivity. More