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      KTM 790 Adventure Spied Inside Bajaj Auto Pune Plant – Launch Soon

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      Image – IamaBikerKTM 790 Adventure will be offered as a CKD model in India to keep price aggressive
      KTM 790 Adventure made its maiden appearance in our country back in October 2019 during India Bike Week. Back then the Austrian bikemaker announced that the premium adventure motorcycle will be launched in India by the end of 2020. However, since then, the world has turned heels over its head which meant that we couldn’t catch a glimpse of the upcoming bike yet.
      Things finally seem to be falling in place as the first unit of 790 Adventure has landed in India and is spotted in Bajaj Auto’s Chakan manufacturing facility near Pune. It is here that KTM manufactures their motorcycles for local market as well as exports. Spy images of the upcoming ADV have been doing the rounds on social media, credit to IamaBiker.
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      In the spy shots, you can notice there are other Bajaj and KTM motorcycles in the background. The company is yet to announce the premium KTM’s prospective launch or expansion of its lineup in India. The premium segment of bikes comprising 790 Duke, 790 ADV and others are expected to be launched in India. For now, these will be sold as CKDs.
      Bajaj Auto has already signed an MoU with the Maharashtra government to construct a new factory. This new factory is expected to become operational by 2023 and is likely to cater to premium models from Bajaj, KTM and Husqvarna. In future, some of these premium motorcycles may also be locally manufactured in India.
      KTM 790 Adv spied in India
      The latest set of spy shots reveal a full production-spec 790 Adventure donning the signature orange paint scheme. It flaunts a typical V-shaped split headlamp cluster along with a 5.0-inch fully digital TFT instrument display. The motorcycle wears a rugged attire of an adventure motorcycle with 790 imprinted on its fuel tank shrouds. However, the bike isn’t accessorized and is missing a pair of rearview mirrors and a tall windscreen.
      Features & Specs on offer
      In terms of features, the bike comes with an all-LED lighting setup and a host of electronic aids which are governed by Bosch 9.1 MP. These include features such as controls cornering and off-road ABS which are switchable, multiple riding modes (Street, Rain, Off-road and an optional extra – Rally), lean-sensitive traction control and more.
      The main highlight of the mid-displacement adventure bike lies underneath its chassis containing a 799cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled motor which has a very strong low- and mid-range to suit the off-road characteristics of the bike. This engine pumps out 94 bhp and 88 Nm of peak torque and is linked with a six-speed gearbox. Hardware configurations consist of WP APEX 43mm USD forks up front and a mono-shock at rear with both ends offering travel of 200mm each.
      KTM 790 Adv spied in India
      While its launch is yet to be confirmed by KTM, we expect 790 Adventure to hit showrooms in India in the coming weeks. Even if KTM achieves a reasonable level of localization, prices are still expected to hover northwards of Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom). More details are expected to surface in coming weeks.
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      Bajaj Dominar 250 Price Cut By Rs 17k – New Price Rs 1.54 Lakh

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      Bajaj Dominar 250 Price CutBajaj Dominar 250 price has been cut by Rs 16,800 and is now on sale at Rs 1.54 lakh
      At a time when manufacturers are increasing prices (including Bajaj / KTM), it is surprising to hear when a manufacturer announces just the opposite. That is exactly what has happened today.
      Bajaj Dominar 250, which was retailed at Rs 1.71 lakh till yesterday, has received a massive price cut of almost 17k. The exact price cut applied to Bajaj Dominar 250 is Rs 16,800. New price is Rs 1.54 lakh ex-sh. No other changes has been made, no feature has been deleted. It is the exact same bike which was on sale for Rs 1.71 lakh yesterday, is now on sale for Rs 1.54 lakh today.
      Only 2 Colours
      Bajaj Dominar 250 colour options have been reduced from 4 to 2. Until yesterday, the D250 was on offer with Canyon Red, Charcoal Black, Aurora Green and Vine Black. After today’s price cut, Dominar 250 is on offer with only 2 colour options of – Canyon Red and Charcoal Black.
      Speaking on the occasion, Sarang Kanade – President (Motorcycle Business), Bajaj Auto Limited said, “We, at Bajaj Auto, believe that touring on a bike opens the doors to a world of ‘real’ experiences that widens your perspective and shapes one’s character. We realize that biking for youngsters can be so much more than just street fun if the bike comes with the right dose of performance, sharp design and a superior riding experience. We are proud to build the segment of Sports Touring in the country with a motorcycle that is ‘Born To Sprint and Built To Tour’. In times of price hikes across the industry, we have taken a stance of reducing price on Dominar 250 and make Sports Touring more accessible.”
      Bajaj Dominar 250 Price Cut
      Apart from making it more affordable for a wider audience, another reason behind the price cut could have to do with the positioning of the motorcycle in the 250 cc segment. Bajaj currently offers multiple options in the 250cc range. These includes KTM Duke 250, ADV 250, Husqvarna Svartpilen 250 and Vitpilen 250.
      That makes it 4 motorcycles from the same automotive group in the 250 cc segment. And there are rumours that launch of a new Pulsar 250 is on the anvil. Keeping this in mind, it is likely that Bajaj would have wanted to reposition the Dominar 250 pricing.
      Speaking about the Dominar 250, it continues to sport LED lighting at the front and rear, a digital instrument cluster, split seating, twin pod exhaust and USD fork. The Dominar 250 rides in 17 inch alloy wheels fitted with 100/80-17 tubeless tyres in the front and 130/70-17 tyres at the rear. The Dominar 250 tips weighs a total of 180 kg while its tank holds fuel up to 13 liters.
      Bajaj Dominar 250 Engine Specs
      The Bajaj Dominar 250 is powered by a 248cc, single cylinder, liquid cooled engine offering 25 hp peak power at 8,500 rpm and 23.5 Nm torque at 6,500 rpm mated to a 6 speed gearbox with slip assist clutch. Braking and suspension are via telescopic in front and gas-charged preload-adjustable monoshock at the rear and disc brakes at both ends measuring 300mm and 230mm respectively with a front radial brake caliper and dual-channel ABS which is offered as standard. More

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      Royal Enfield Classic 350 Prices Increased By 8k – Crosses Rs 2 Lakh Mark

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      Image – Jet WheelsThe recent hike has seen prices cross the Rs.2 lakh barrier for the first time
      The new gen Royal Enfield Classic 350 is poised for launch in India. Recent spy shots of the bike in a production ready format indicates impending launch. It will receive refreshed features and will share its J-platform engine with the Meteor 350.
      In the meanwhile, Royal Enfield has announced a price hike across all variants of the current Classic 350. Following this increase, the base variant will now carry a price tag of Rs.1,79,782 as against an early price of Rs.1,72,466, a price difference of Rs.7,316. The top of the line variant dual-channel ABS Stealth Black and Chrome Black gets a price hike of Rs.8,362 from Rs.1,98,600 to Rs.2,06,962.
      Variant-wise Price Hike
      The Royal Enfield Classic 350 is the highest selling model in the company lineup. It is presented in a range of variants and this is the second time in this calendar year that prices have been increased, the earlier being in April 2021. The company cites increased cost of raw material and transportation for the price hikes. However, the price hike as in July 21 has seen the brand cross the Rs.2 lakh mark for the first time.
      Even as the Classic 350 single channel ABS gets a Rs.7,316 price hike to Rs.1,79,782, the Dual channel ABS in colours of Classic Black, Pure Black and Mercury Silver is now at Rs.1,88,531 as against an earlier price of Rs.1,80,879.
      Royal Enfield Classic 350 Prices – July 2021
      The Gunmetal Grey variant is not up to Rs.1,90,555 for the spoke variant and at Rs.2.03,480 for the Alloy. Likewise, the Dual-Channel ABS, Signals Edition (Stomrider Sand, Airborne Blue) is now priced at Rs.1,99,777. Dual-Channel ABS, Chrome Black, Stealth Black carries a revised price tag of Rs.2,06,962 while the Dual-Channel ABS, Metallo Silver, Orange Ember is priced higher by Rs.8,228 to Rs.2,03,480.
      2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350
      The new gen Royal Enfield Classic 350 is being actively tested ahead of launch in the country and in fact initial models have also started moving into company dealerships. It will receive some updated features over its earlier counterpart while engine also gets more refined.
      The new gen RE Classic 350 has been designed in the J platform that made its debut first on the Meteor 350. Spy images showed off a retro design with a circular headlamp, sleek tail lamp, grab rails and turn indicators. It also sported a new digital analogue instrument cluster and a separate pod for Google powered Trip Navigation System also seen on the Meteor 350 and the 2021 Himalayan.
      Engine specs also get more refined on the 2021 RE Meteor 350. This 349cc, fuel injected motor will make 20.2 hp power and 27 Nm torque. The engine will be mated to a 5 speed gearbox with dual channel ABS offered on top of the line variants. Colours are also expected to be in either matte and gloss effects with red seats while options will include alloy wheels, wire/spoked wheels and chrome or black finished engine and exhaust. More

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      WardWizard Joy Electric Two Wheeler Sales Grow 310% In June 2021

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      Joy Electric Motorcycle
      WardWizard Innovations and Mobility’s Joy e-bike brand reports sales of 1.8k+ sales in Q1 FY22
      WardWizard Innovations and Mobility reports sales growth of 310 percent in June 2021. The company sells bikes under the Joy e-bike brand. Sales grew to almost 1k units in June 2021, at 938 units. Volume gain The company surpassed 700 units, up from 223 units reported sold in June 2020.
      Sales boost in June has helped Joy e-bikes reach a total of more than 1.8k units in sales in Q1 FY22. The feat is no ordinary one considering business hasn’t been hunky dory in the past three months.
      The second wave of Covid-19 pandemic devastated people, and businesses. Sales on most fronts reduced considering states opted for phased lockdowns depending on severity of Covid-19 spread and infections. This meant even manufacturing was reduced and stopped in some instances.
      Electric two wheeler sales
      Two wheelers sales however haven’t been all that lacklustre, atleast not for all manufacturers. Demand for electric two-wheelers hasn’t buckled altogether. This is backed by the need for personal mobility in these difficult times. With public transport options stretched thin, and the need for personal mobility growing, two-wheeler demand didn’t come to a standstill.
      Joy E-Bikes Electric Motorcycles
      Add to this current revisions to EV policies, and a growing EV charging network, the electric scooter industry is kicking in quite the punch. Business opportunity and longterm plans of carbon neutrality all point to growth momentum in the EV segment.
      And this is being led by the personal mobility electric scooter segment. Business potential has made the growing industry an immensely competitive one. One that is at present being led by tech companies instead of established market leaders.
      FAME II policy update
      In May 2021 the company reported growth at 91 percent. Sales stood at 479 units. The company says it saw demand for its low and high-speed models. This helped report sales at 1,889 units in Q1 FY22 (April-June).
      Sheetal Bhalerao, COO – WardWizard Innovations and Mobility Ltd, said, “With the subsidies and incentives announced by FAME II and later by the Gujarat government, there is a sudden rise in demand for electric vehicles in the country. We are further witnessing a strong rebound in the business with the ease of COVID-19 related restrictions as the cases continue to dip across the states. All our touchpoints are now fully functional following all the state specific protocols. Going with the same positive notion, we are confident that the demand will keep gathering robust momentum month-on-month.” More

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      Simple One Electric Scooter Name Trademark Filed – Ather 450X Rival

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      File photo.
      Prospective specs of Simple One e-scooter should make it eligible for the benefits under  the revised FAME II policies
      Another electric vehicle startup is on the verge of stepping into the Indian EV scenario. Bengaluru-based Simple Energy has filed a trademark for its first electric scooter which will be named ‘Simple One’. The e-scooter has been in development for over a year and has been internally codenamed Mark2.
      Images of the upcoming e-scooter have been previously shared by the company with its official launch scheduled for August 15, 2021. The electric scooter will be first launched in three cities including Bangalore, Chennai, and Hyderabad followed by other cities across the country in the coming months.
      Simple One electric scooter trademark filed
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      This development was confirmed by the company Founder and CEO, Suhas Rajkumar, through his Twitter handle which says that there will be some “Big News next week!”. The upcoming e-scooter is expected to be priced around Rs 1.10 lakh to Rs 1.20 lakh.
      Starting with its design, it displays a futuristic styling that is complemented by a geometric body design. Mark2 is based on the first e-scooter prototype codenamed Mark1 designed by Simple energy.
      Simple One Electric Scooter Prototype
      Simple One (Mark2) Specs
      Mark2 is powered by a 4.8 kWh lithium-ion battery paired to a midship mounted electric motor. Top speed is pegged at 100kmph. The electric scooter would go from 0-50 kmph in 3.6 seconds.
      The scooter gets three riding modes namely- Eco, Normal and Sports. As previously mentioned, the e-scooter has a claimed range of 240km in Eco mode, which is one of the highest in the Indian two-wheeler EV space. For Normal and Sports modes, the numbers stand at 220 km and 180 km respectively on a single charge.
      These are far better figures than its immediate rivals Ather 450X and Bajaj Chetak which have a claimed range of 116km and 95km on a single charge respectively. Using a fast charger, the battery could be rejuvenated from 0-80 percent within 60 minutes. In Sports mode, this powertrain can develop 9.4 bhp and 72 Nm of peak torque. The e-scooter can attain a top speed of 103 kmph while 0-50 kmph acceleration has been timed at 3.6 seconds.
      Design & Features
      The company has set up its manufacturing facility and R&D centre in Bengaluru. Mass production of the upcoming e-scooter is slated to commence soon. The two-wheeler adopts a futuristic design language which has been designed using French tech giant, Dassault’s development platform. Not just its design, Simple One will be futuristic in its equipment as well. Some of its notable features will include an IP67 rated touchscreen instrument display with in-built navigation, 4G and Bluetooth connectivity and more. More

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      2022 Kawasaki Z125 Pro Launched In The US At USD 3.3k (Rs 2.45 L)

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      2022 Kawasaki Z125 PRO
      2022 Kawasaki Z125 is aimed at entry-level young riders as a learner’s motorcycle
      Kawasaki has launched the 2022 Z125 Pro in USA at a price of USD 3,299 which is equivalent to INR 2.45 lakh. The mini moto is a direct rival to Honda Grom 125 and will serve as an entry-level model to the Japanese bikemaker’s Z range of naked motorcycles. It is unlikely to launch in India anytime soon.
      The new model comes with a fair share of updates, most of which are cosmetic in nature. That said, the overall design of the mini bike is retained with an aggressive streetfighter styling masked under its miniature size. It gets a standard halogen headlight that looks sporty at the outset.
      Styling & Features
      The aggressive styling is compounded by the motorcycle’s distinctive fuel tank shrouds and sharp lower cowl. While we are not sure if this one is small enough to be categorised as a ‘Monkey’, its diminutive size is enough to stress out the muscles of taller riders if they rode one for a long duration.
      Some other styling highlights include golden coloured front forks, an LED taillight, an underbelly exhaust, an underbelly pan, designer alloy wheels and a single-piece saddle with a strap in the middle. The latest iteration of Z125 is available in three colour options including Metallic Flat Spark Black, Pearl Shining Yellow and a dual-tone Pearl Robotic White/Candy Plasma Blue.
      2022 Kawasaki Z125 PRO
      What enhances its sporty appeal are the funky body graphics on tank shrouds. In terms of features, it gets a semi-digital instrument with a digital LCD screen and an analogue tachometer with an integrated fuel gauge and gear position indicator.
      Mechanical Specs
      2022 Kawasaki Z125 Pro derives its energy from a 125cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine which generates 14.5 bhp and 9.62 Nm of peak torque. This motor is paired with a 4-speed gearbox.
      Suspension duties are handled by telescopic forks at front and an adjustable mono-shock at rear. Anchorage is carried out by petal-shaped disc brakes of 200mm and 184mm rotors at front and rear respectively. Unfortunately, there is no ABS to assist the disc brakes.
      Honda Grom Specs
      In comparison to Z125 Pro, the recently updated Honda Grom is powered by a 9.57 bhp and 10.9 Nm of peak torque. The mini moto is coupled with a 4-speed gearbox. Riding on 12-inch wheels, the bike is supported by 31mm USD forks and a rear monoshock. Braking duties are handled by 220mm and 190mm disc brakes at the front and rear, respectively. More

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      Revolt Launches VOLT Tracking Feature For Electric Motorcycle Buyers

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      File photo.Revolt RV300 and RV400 has no direct rival as of now – Will soon compete with the upcoming Ultraviolette F77 and Okinawa Cruiser in India
      Electric two-wheeler startup Revolt Motors has decided to expand its footprint in the country by extending its products and services to many new cities in the near future. Revolt currently has two electric bike offerings in India- RV300 and RV400 which are available for sale in different places including Delhi, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore and Ahmedabad.
      One problem for those who decide to buy a Revolt motorcycle, is booking a Revolt electric motorcycle. Due to huge demand, Revolt electric motorcycle bookings are closed for most of the time. The company is trying hard to increase production and streamline deliveries across all cities where they are currently present.
      Revolt Launches VOLT
      For those who managed to book Revolt motorcycle, they too have been complaining on social media as they are not getting any clear answer from the company or from the dealer regarding the delivery timeline. To sort this issue, Revolt has announced the launch of a new feature called VOLT.
      “VOLT – Vehicle OnLine Tracking system is for its customers who have booked Revolt ebikes. The company is working at a feverish pace to expand the production capacities in order to fulfil the robust demand the company is witnessing. In the same direction, in order to give complete visibility of the delivery of bikes to it customers, company has launched VOLT system which enables the customer to track the status of their bike right from booking to production stages till the delivery of their bikes.”
      Revolt Motorcycle Delivery – Ahmedabad
      Price & Subscription Models
      Recently, the company has announced a price cut, thanks to the amendments in the FAME-II policy. Prices were slashed to Rs 91k. This resulted in the Revolt generating bookings worth Rs 50 crore in just 2 hours.
      In addition to this, price of Revolt was further slashed in Gujarat as the state govt announced further savings in addition to the FAME-II policy. Savings on buying electric motorcycle from Revolt, now stand at up to Rs 68k in Gujarat.
      Revolt Motors also offers RV300 and RV400 in monthly subscription options. For RV300, a user has the option to choose from monthly instalments of either Rs 3,174 (36-month plan) or Rs 4,383 (24-month plan). In case of RV400, a user can opt for either Rs 4,399 (36-month plan) or Rs 6,075 (24-month plan). Subscription plans include additional benefits as well.
      The range of benefits for RV400 range from 2 years insurance, 5 years third party insurance, 3-year unlimited maintenance and 1 tyre replacement. In case of RV300, it includes 3 perks:- 1-year insurance, 5 years third party insurance and 3-year unlimited maintenance. More

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      Two Wheeler Sales June 2021 – Hero, Honda, Bajaj, TVS, Royal Enfield

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      New Bajaj PulsarHero MotoCorp topped the charts with 4.38 lakh units sold in the past month followed by Bajaj Auto Limited with YoY sales growth of 6.10 percent
      Two wheeler sales in India are on the increase, albeit marginally. The segment has noted that while buyers still remain cautious, the prospect of a normal monsoon, increased rural sentiments and the upcoming festive season has added some impetus in terms of sales.
      Taking the leading 5 two wheeler makers in India, Hero, Bajaj, TVS, Honda and Enfield, total domestic sales stood at 9,87,828 units in June 21. Up 2.71 percent from 9,61,748 units sold in June 20. Among these 5 leading two wheeler makers, it was only Royal Enfield that posted de-growth.
      Two Wheeler Domestic Sales June 21
      Hero MotoCorp topped the sales list with a 44.39 percent share in June 21 and sales to the tune of 4,38,514 units. This was a growth of 1.77 percent over 4,30,889 units sold in June 20. Through the month, the Hero Splendor and HF Deluxe continued to draw the attention of buyers. Sales in June 21 were significantly higher as compared to that of May 21 when 1,59,561 units had been sold
      Honda Two Wheeler domestic sales in the past month increased the most among its other contenders at 4.74 percent to 2,12,446 units, up from 2,02,837 units sold in June 20. The company currently holds a 21.51 percent share higher than that held by both Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor Co. Honda two wheeler domestic sales saw a surge of 448.06 percent MoM as against 38,763 units sold in May 21.
      Two Wheeler Sales June 2021
      At No. 3 was Bajaj Auto Limited with a 6.10 percent YoY growth. Sales which had stood at 1,46,695 units in June 20, increased by 8,945 units to 1,55,640 units in the past month. Currently holding a share of 15.76 percent in its segment, Bajaj Auto saw its domestic sales almost on par with its export figures. Bajaj Auto too has noted a marked increase in MoM sales as against 60,342 units sold in May 21, up 157.93 percent.
      TVS Motor Co was in the 4th spot with sales of 1,45,413 units in June 21, up 0.41 percent over 1,44,817 units sold in June 20. TVS iQube has just been launched in Pune. It comes in at an affordable pricing of Rs 1,10,898 following the recent FAME II updates and state subsidy to compete on a war footing with rivals Bajaj Chetak and Ather electric scooters which are priced higher at around Rs 1.42 lakh. MoM sales of TVS Motor increased 179.19 percent as against 52,084 units sold in May 21.
      The only two wheeler manufacturer on the list to post negative domestic sales was Royal Enfield. Sales in June 21 dipped 1.90 percent to 35,815 units, from 36,510 units sold in June 20. MoM sales however, improved 78.42 percent from 20,073 sold in the previous month.
      Two Wheeler Exports June 2021
      Two Wheeler Exports June 21
      In export markets, two wheeler sales performed better in YoY bases while MoM sales dipped 10.69 percent. Total exports of these leading bike makers stood at 2,97,079 units in the past month, up 60.26 percent over 1,85,377 units exported in June 20. MoM exports dipped 10.69 percent from 3,32,653 units exported in May 21.
      Here it was Bajaj Auto that claimed a top spot with 1,54,938 units exported last month, up from 1,08,427 units shipped in June 20. MoM sales however, dipped 14.02 percent as exports had stood at 1,80,212 units in May 21. TVS, Honda and Enfield also noted significant increase in YoY exports while Hero exports dipped 2.12 percent. Honda and Royal Enfield were the only two bike makers to post MoM increase in exports More