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      Bajaj Chetak Electric Scooter Bookings Reopen In Pune, Bangalore – Aug 2021 Batch

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      New Bajaj Chetak
      Chetak electric is currently offered in six cities with prices starting at Rs 1.43 lakh (ex-showroom)
      Bajaj Auto has officially started accepting bookings for Chetak electric scooter in Pune and Bengaluru from Thursday. Interested buyers can book the battery-powered scooter through the company’s official website at a token amount of Rs 2,000.
      The automaker had previously announced a temporary suspension of bookings in these two cities a few months back. Chetak prices were recently increased. Customers will have to pay the new price of the scooter at the time of delivery.
      Earlier this month, the electric scooter was launched in Nagpur followed by other places such as Mangalore, Mysore and Aurangabad. Prior to this, earlier this year, Bajaj had announced the entry of Chetak in Chennai and Hyderabad, however, there hasn’t been any further announcement as of date.
      Expansion of Chetak’s footprint
      As of now, Chetak is on sale in six cities across two states of India although registrations are currently available for Pune and Bengaluru only. By the end of this year, Bajaj wants to add as many as 22 cities across the country to Chetak’s portfolio. The company also wants this scooter to reach as many as 40 cities by March 2022. It is clear that Bajaj is slowly expanding the footprint of availability of Chetak across India.
      Bajaj Chetak Electric Scooters
      One of the reasons for this phased launch of the electric scooter in various cities is the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic in the country. This has caused multiple lockdowns to be announced by various state governments which have adversely affected supply chain as well as production. The scooter was first launched for the public in January 2020.
      Bajaj offers Chetak electric in two variants- Urban and Premium. The former is available at a sticker price of Rs 1.43 lakh while the latter is priced at Rs 1.45 lakh (both prices ex-showroom). Interestingly, Chetak doesn’t qualify for the benefits entitled under the revised FAME II policies laid down by the Central Government. This makes it significantly more expensive than immediate rivals such as Ather 450X and TVS iQube.
      Chetak Electric- Specs
      As for specifications, Chetak is powered by a 3.8kW motor which derives its energy from a non-removable 3kWh IP67 lithium-ion battery pack. This powertrain returns an output of 16.2 Nm of peak torque. It is offered with two riding modes- Eco and Sport. The former offers a maximum range of 95km. Using a conventional 5A home socket, the battery could be fully charged within five hours.
      The battery will last up to 70,000 kms, provided the battery is maintained well. Hardware configurations comprise a suspension setup which consists of a link fork at front and a mono-shock at rear. Braking duties are handled by a disc brake at front and drum brake at rear assisted by CBS (combined braking system). More

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan Spied Testing – New Variant Or Engine Upgrade?

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan New Variant Spied TestingRoyal Enfield’s on-going product offensive will see around 28 new/next-gen products by 2027
      With an average of around four new launches planned every year, multiple Royal Enfield test mules have been spotted in action since 2020. The latest sighting is a bit intriguing, as it reveals Himalayan in a new form. As may be recalled, Himalayan was updated earlier this year in February. This increases the possibility that a new model of Himalayan could be under development.
      Himalayan road-biased model key features
      Although the core design is the same, there are a number of changes that indicate towards a road-biased variant. For example, the test mule has smaller front tyre. Standard Himalayan comes with 21-inch front tyre, which is there to ensure superior off-roading experience. A larger tyre can handle uneven surfaces much better as compared to a smaller tyre.
      Other things missing on the test mule include windscreen and fork gaiters. This again supports the view that Royal Enfield is working on a road-biased version of Himalayan. This new model could target folks who are primarily looking for better on-road riding dynamics. It would appeal to users who prefer exploring city streets and highways over extreme off-road trails.
      Another key change is that the signature exoskeleton of Himalayan has been replaced with tank shrouds. This would work as a key visual differentiator for road-biased Himalayan.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan New Variant Spied Testing
      An improved 411cc engine probably?
      In addition to the visual changes, it is possible that Royal Enfield may also be testing an updated version of the 411cc engine. The company has consistently worked on improving its motorcycles including features, engine and other hardware.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan New Variant Spied Testing
      Most recent example is the introduction of an entirely new J platform and an overhauled 350cc engine. These were introduced for the first time with Meteor 350. Other 350cc models will also get the updated engine and chassis in the coming months.
      Royal Enfield could be targeting to achieve something similar with the 411cc engine. In that case, it would be safe to assume that new Himalayan will offer improved performance and smoother rides. In its current form, the 411cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled motor is capable of generating max power of 24.3 bhp at 6,500 rpm and peak torque of 32 Nm at 4,000rpm – 4,500rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan New Variant Spied Testing
      What about 650cc Himalayan?
      There are speculations that Royal Enfield is testing a 650cc version of Himalayan. But as per reports, that model is being developed at the company’s facility in UK. This road-biased version is not the 650cc Himalayan, as its engine looks more like the 411cc unit. We will have to wait some time to get better clarity on Royal Enfield’s plans for its bestselling ADV.
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