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      Hero MotoCorp Price Hike Up To Rs 2,500 – Splendor, Xpulse, Maestro, HF Deluxe

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      Hero SplendorPrice revision announced on Hero MotoCorp two wheelers wef April 1, 2021
      At the fag end of FY21, one is left with no choice but to look back on the year that’s gone by. Last year this time, people were just waking up to Covid-19 pandemic. With it came a lockdown. Stringent norms meant for the first time ever, the auto industry collectively sold no vehicles in April 2020. Production and sales were at nought, and movement of people was restricted to only emergencies.
      Since then, a lot has changed. Step by step businesses have inched their way back. And come April 2021, similar to most manufacturers, Hero MotoCorp is revising the ex-sh price of its motorcycles and scooters. Price hike comes in effect on April 1, 2021.
      Price hike of upto 2.5k
      Keeping in mind Hero’s wide product portfolio, price increase across the two-wheeler range will be up to Rs 2500. Exact hike varies depending on model/variant, and specific market. Price of best selling Hero products like Splendor, Passion, Maestro, HF Deluxe, Xpulse, etc – will also be increased.
      Hero MotoCorp attributes the upward revision to partially offset impact of increased commodity costs. The company has accelerated its cost savings program. This is turn ensures minimal impact on the customer.
      Hero Destini and Maestro – 100 Million Edition
      FY22 price revision
      Manufacturers have had to tread carefully in the quarter ending March 2021. Following a largely inactive Q1, it’s only in Q2 FY21 that business were slowly able to bob their head above the surface. The October to December quarter saw much activity considering traditional purchases during the festive season.
      When the previous fiscal came to an end, companies were in a transition phase to BS6 compliant vehicles. The deadline for this was April 1, 2020. And that transition wasn’t the smoothest owing to Covid-19 pandemic related lockdown restrictions.
      Luckily though, there has been an uptick in conversations related to the need of private commuter vehicles keeping in mind safety. Keeping in mind Hero MotoCorp’s ability to make sales of 5 lakh units on any given month look like a cakewalk, it seems its business as usual.
      For 2021, this is the second public price revision announcement from Hero MotoCorp. The first again by design was made as we stepped into 2021. As is customary, new manufacturing year vehicles warrant a price hike at the start of each year. At the time, price revisions were made to the extent of 1,500 bucks depending on model and state of sales. In theory, this means a purchase decision deferred by 3 months can prove to be dearer by 4 grands for a prospective Hero customer. And this will not be the last of it. More

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      2021 Bajaj Pulsar 220F New Colours – Moon White, Matte Black

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      2021 Bajaj Pulsar 220F White Colour. Credit – Jet WheelsWith its updated graphics, 2021 Bajaj Pulsar 220F gets sportier and more aggressive
      Bajaj is in the process of updating its bestselling Pulsar range in line with evolving customer needs and market dynamics. The basic idea is to introduce cosmetic enhancements, which will make Pulsar range more attractive to customers. The latest to get these updates is Pulsar 220F, one of the bestsellers in its class.
      As may be recalled, Bajaj had earlier introduced updates in Pulsar 150 and Pulsar 180. These updated motorcycles have started reaching dealerships and official launch is expected soon. It is likely that prices may be increased slightly for 2021 Pulsar models. Prices will be announced by the company at the time of launch.
      2021 Bajaj Pulsar 220F Moon White Colour
      2021 Bajaj Pulsar 220F Matte Black
      If we talk about existing 220F, it is offered in colour options of Black Blue and Black Red. For 2021 Pulsar 220F, Bajaj has introduced new colour options. One of these is Matte Black, which is a combo of black and red.
      While the new colour shades look similar to existing ones, the overall look and feel of the motorcycle has undergone a significant change. That’s because the graphics have been completely revamped and their placement has also been updated.
      2021 Bajaj Pulsar 220F Matte Black. Image – Jet Wheels
      In 2021 Pulsar 220F, the graphics cover a significant portion of the fuel tank. In addition, the contrasting shades of red have been introduced on the headlight cowl as well. The updated graphics can also be seen on engine cowl, front fender, and rear tail section. Colour coded alloy wheel decals are quite the same as earlier.
      2021 Bajaj Pulsar 220F
      2021 Pulsar 220F also gets faux carbon fibre cues on the front fender, side panels, engine cowl and rear tail section. Overall, the updated motorcycle has a blacked-out profile. This is evident in the blacked-out engine, handlebar, alloy wheels, exhaust and heat shield, and suspension.
      2021 Bajaj Pulsar 220F Moon White
      This colour combo gets relatively more chaotic, as there are three contrasting shades vying for attention. Against a white background that’s visible on the fuel tank, fairing and tail section, the motorcycle utilizes red and black graphics. The design and placement of the graphics is the same as that of Matte Black version. The underside is completely blacked out as well.
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      2021 Bajaj Pulsar 220F will continue to use the same engine as earlier. The 220cc, oil cooled Twin Spark, DTS-i FI engine is capable of generating 20.4 PS of max power and 18.55 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. Most other mechanicals such as suspension, brakes, and electricals will be the same as earlier. More

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      New Yezdi Or Jawa Scrambler Test Mule Spied – RE Hunter, CB350RS Rival

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      New Yezdi or Jawa Scrambler on testThe crank case design of the engine is remarkable similar to that of the Yezdi RoadKing
      An interesting new camouflaged prototype of a retro-classic scrambler was spotted testing along the Pune to Nashik highway. While the identity of the test mule was concealed, there are some strong clues which point towards it being the upcoming Yezdi motorcycle under Classic Legends. It could also be the Jawa Scrambler that is currently in the works.
      Is it a new Yezdi motorcycle?
      We all know that Classic Legends, a part of Mahindra, is working on reviving BSA and Yezdi brands after bringing back the venerable Jawa nameplate to life. With added support from Mahindra in terms of hiring new personnel both in India and abroad to support the projects, Classic Legends’ medium term plans seem to be afoot at a brisk pace.
      New Yezdi or Jawa Scrambler on test
      When Classic Legends derived the new Jawa Motorcycles from the Mahindra Mojo platform, particular care was taken to replicate the brand’s vintage design traits including the crankcase. In the same fashion, the test mule which was spied recently, although devoid of production spec body panels, does feature a crankcase which is pretty similar to the yesteryear’s Yezdi RoadKing.
      Design
      The prototype is still far away from being production ready but we can see that it is progressing towards a scrambler body style. The cantilevered tailpiece, the tyres, riding posture and the general minimalist approach are expected to be carried forward to the final version as well.
      Engine casing resembles Yezdi
      We also expect the motorcycle to be equipped with modern features like LED taillight, a digital console (at least partially digital) and dual-channel ABS. From what we can see, the motor is a liquid-cooled unit with twin-silencers.
      New Yezdi or Jawa Scrambler on test
      The exhaust canister is still work in progress, but the configuration reminds us of the first iteration of Mojo. The new Yezdi motorcycle’s displacement should be around 300 cc. Power is estimated to be in the same ballpark as the Jawa siblings – around 27 to 30 hp.
      Market positioning
      Yezdi brand still evokes a strong sense of nostalgia among the Indian motorcycle enthusiasts. The new motorcycle will benefit from the lessons Classic Legends learnt from the execution of its Jawa projects. The upcoming motorcycle, from the looks of it, is expected to be positioned as a sportier alternative to the Jawa models. Competition will come from the likes of newly launched Honda CB350RS and the upcoming Royal Enfield Hunter 350.
      Classic Legends is also working on reviving BSA, yet another long forgotten two wheeler brand that has a strong potential in the current times. While Mahindra could not make the Mojo work commercially, it surely has found a way to extract the untapped potential of the platform through Classic Legends’ business model. More

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      Hero Destini 125 Platinum Edition Launch Price Rs 72k – Activa 125 Rival

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      2021 Hero Destini 125 Platinum EditionThe special edition Destini 125 gets new matte black colour theme with contrast plastic panels and chrome embellishments
      Hero Motocorp has been on a special edition offensive of late as it crossed an important production milestone of 100 million two wheelers. In addition to an array of special edition models commemorating this milestone, the Indian motorcycle and scooter giant also have been introducing other special editions to keep its product lineup fresh and relevant.
      Hero Destini 125 Platinum Edition
      The Hero Destini 125 Platinum Edition has been launched at INR 72,050 (ex-showroom, Delhi). In comparison, Honda Activa 125 alloy wheel variant is priced from Rs 74,198. The Platinum Edition adopts a snazzy matte black and chrome theme with contrast brown plastic panels and seat cover with Platinum hot stamping.

      Hero Destini 125
      Price Rs, Ex-Delhi

      Drum Brake
      66,960

      Alloys
      70,450

      Platinum Edition
      72,050

      100 Million Edition
      72,250

      In addition to the usual chrome applique on the apron, the special edition scooter also features chrome finished rear view mirrors, muffler protector, fender stripe and handlebar end weights. The black alloy wheels now get sleek white rim tapes.
      Feature highlights of the 125 cc automatic scooter includes LED guide lamps, sheet metal body, 3D premium badging, side stand indicator, digital analog instrument console, and service due reminder. The Platinum edition of the Destini 125 comes after the Pleasure+ Platinum received good response from the customers. The enhancements are purely cosmetic and there is no mechanical change whatsoever.
      2021 Hero Destini 125 Platinum Edition
      Specifications at a glance
      The Hero Destini 125 Platinum edition continues to employ the brand’s 125 cc air-cooled fuel-injected motor that also serves the Maestro 125. The motor is tuned to deliver 9 hp and 10.4 Nm of torque. Gearbox is a conventional CVT unit. The scooter also benefits from Hero’s i3S Idle stop-start system which enhances the fuel efficiency.
      2021 Hero Destini 125 Platinum Edition
      The Hero Destini 125 competes with the likes of Suzuki Access 125 and Yamaha’s entire 125 cc scooter range. Hero’s extensive network presence and a proven powertrain with start-stop technology are its key selling points.
      The Hero Destini 125 is the second best selling scooter in the company’s portfolio after the Pleasure. In February 2021, the product in question clocked a YoY growth of 64% at 12,031 units sold. With the launch of both 100 Millionth and Platinum special editions, the figures are expected to witness a considerable bump in the month of March.
      2021 Hero Destini 125 Platinum Edition
      As far as Hero Motocorp’s overall sales performance is concerned, the company finished last month with a near flat growth compared to February 2020. However, with market showing signs of recovery, things are expected to get better in the coming months.
      The two wheeler industry is taking a sharp turns towards electric mobility and the market is flooded with several startups which are leading the way. It is high time for OEMs to quit the wait-and-watch game and jump in the field if they want to stay competitive in long term. We hope to see Hero Motocorp take a significant step in this direction this year. More

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      Triumph Electric Motorcycle Prototype Project TE-1 Sketches Revealed

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      Triumph Electric Motorcycle Prototype – Project TE-1The Triumph TE-1 project’s innovative AC motor produces 180 hp and weights only 10 kg
      Back in May 2019, Triumph Motorcycles announced that it is working on an electric sportsbike project called TE-1 as a part of a joint research project funded by the Office For Zero Emission Vehicles, Government of the UK. Fast forward to the present day, phase 2 of the 4-phase project has reached completion, and the British marque has unveiled the electric powertrain prototype in addition to design sketches of the Triumph TE-1 electric motorcycle.
      Triumph TE-1 – An Overview
      The Triumph TE-1 project is being developed in collaboration with Williams Advanced Engineering, Integral Powertrain Ltd, and WMG of University of Warwick. The project is is a part of Innovate UK program run by the government, has already exceeded the targets set by the UK Automotive Council for 2025.
      Triumph Electric Motorcycle Prototype
      The phase 2 involves developing and testing the critical components of the motorcycle such as the battery, motor and vehicle control units. The end of phase 3 will involve realizing a full functional prototype of the motorcycle which will be used in phase 4 for final validation process.
      Puny Yet Powerful AC Motor
      While detailed specifications of the powertrain are still under wraps, we know that the new innovative AC motor developed by Integral Powertrain’s e-Division weights only 10 kg and produces a staggering 180 hp (130 kW), making it one of the best units in the motorcycle business in terms of power density. The company has worked on integrating the motor and inverter into a single unit so as to improve packaging and reduce mass.
      Triumph Electric Motorcycle Prototype
      Compact Battery Pack
      Williams Advanced Engineering spearheaded the development of the Triumph TE-1 project’s battery module, battery management system and vehicle control unit. The system is heavily optimized for mass, performance, ideal location of center of gravity to enable sharp handling, and ease of recharging. The performance specifications of the battery is still under wraps but Williams says that the unit offers the best-in-class power and energy density, and has been successfully validated on test bench.
      Triumph Electric Motorcycle Prototype
      Advanced Modelling and Simulation
      WMG at the University of Warwick brings its academic might to this joint research and development program. The university team has been working on model-based engineering techniques to aid the whole development process.
      During phase 1 various models simulating the behaviors of motor, battery, control systems, etc., were developed to aid in selection and sizing of right kind of critical systems. The fidelity of the models of each sub-systems were improved during the second phase to aid the partners in optimizing the performance of the high-performance pure electric powertrain. The university also realized a Hardware-in-loop (HIL) test rig to validate the motorcycle’s various control units.
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      Triumph’s Contribution
      Triumph Motorcycles focuses on developing a new chassis and rear sub-frame to underpin the modern electric motorcycle in addition to coming up with a fitting design. The company also developed the fully digital colour instrument console and software for the vehicle control unit by integrating functional safety measures that is required for the final version to be homologated for road use.
      The styling is an evolution of the brand’s street fighter design with the quintessential two-piece headlamp design. The Triumph TE-1 project is expected to be completed sometime in 2023. More details are expected to be released as the joint research project reaches the end of phase 3. More

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      Ather 450X Electric Scooter Launched In Jaipur – Bangalore Deliveries Restart

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      Ather 450X Electric ScooterAther’s new retail outlet in the pink city is being opened in association with Akhand Distributors
      Ather Energy continues with their expansion spree. Following the new experience center in Pune at the end of February, an Ather Space will open in early April in Jaipur.
      Ather Energy Experience Centre will be opened at BL Tower-2 on Tonk Road near Durgapura Flyover in Jaipur. This marks the foray of the electric scooter maker into Rajasthan and Ather 450X and 450 Plus e-scooters will now be available at this new dealership.
      Test rides have already commenced and deliveries are set to be initiated by early April 2021. Ather Energy aims to be present in as many as 40 Indian cities by the end of this year.
      Ather Grid by Month End
      Along with the setting up of the new dealership in Jaipur, Ather Energy will be installing fast charging points across key spots in the city. Targeting 3-4 outlets by the end of this month, Ather Energy hopes to double this count by the end of 2021. With around 120 public fast charging points across Indian cities, the company seeks to partner with hosts including cafes, restaurants, tech parks, malls and gyms for easy accessibility of EV owners.
      Ather Electric Scooter In Jaipur
      In Jaipur, the Ather 450X and 450 Plus retail at Rs. 1,59,524 and Rs. 1,40,514 respectively. The Bengaluru-based electric vehicle manufacturer is also offering a buyback scheme to customers who will be assured of a guaranteed cash back of Rs.85,000 on the Ather 450X on completion of a 3 year period. The e-scooters are also offered on lease at Rs.3,394 per month.
      Ather 450X e-scooter Specs
      Ather Energy currently retails the 450X and 450 Plus e-scooters. The earlier two models, 340 and 450 has been discontinued. The company has noted increased demand for the 450X which is India’s quickest and smartest e-scooter. It is presented in three colour options of Grey, Green and White.
      The 450X gets a 4G SIM and Bluetooth connectivity via which users can access phone calls and music on the 7 inch touchscreen dashboard. The dashboard comes in with colour depth of 16M and a Snapdragon Quad-Core processor. Android Open Source gives access to Google map navigation, on board diagnostics along with Over-the-air updates, Auto Indicator off and Guide-me-home lights.
      Ather Electric Scooter Deliveries Restart In Bangalore
      Ather 450X e-scooter comes in with a 6 kW PMSM motor along with a 2.9 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. It receives four riding modes namely Eco, Ride, Sport and Warp and claims a range of 85kms in Eco Mode. In the warp mode, the scooter can accelerate from 0 to 40 km/h in 3.3 seconds, thus making it the fastest scooter in the 125 cc category. Top speed is at 80 km/h.
      Akhand Distributors Pvt Ltd, are involved in various businesses in retail and wholesale distribution and in retail of Telecom, CE and FMCG and Lifestyle products. Apart from Rajashtan, the company has a presence various other states of Haryana, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales, Exports Feb 2021 Breakup – Classic, Meteor, Himalayan, Bullet

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      2021 Royal Enfield HimalayanRoyal Enfield sold a total of 69,659 motorcycles in Feb 21, as against the 63,536 units it sold in Feb last year
      Royal Enfield, one of the highest-selling two-wheeler manufacturers in the Indian market has released their sales (domestic and exports) for February 2021 both of which recorded sales growth.
      It may be seen from the attached tables while domestic sales increased 6.42 percent, exports surged 93.57 percent. Domestic sales which had stood at 61,188 units in Feb 20 increased to 65,114 units in the past month while exports which had been at 2,348 units in Feb 20 saw a steep increase to 4,545 units in Feb 21.
      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Feb 2021
      RE Classic 350
      A clear leader in both markets was the Classic 350. Even as domestic sales dipped 13.75 percent to 36,025 units from 41,766 units sold in Feb 20, this cruiser commanded a 55.33 percent market share. In global markets, sales increased 312.40 percent to 1,563 units in the past month, up from 379 units exported in Feb 20. The Classic 350 is soon to receive a new gen model which will come in with Tipper navigation system showing turn-by-turn navigation when connected to the smartphone via Royal Enfield app.
      The Bullet 350 was at No.2 in terms of domestic sales with 11,044 units sold, up 4.30 percent as against 10,589 units sold in Feb 20. The Meteor 350 was at No.3, recently entering the 350cc segment. Sales stood at 8,624 units in Feb 20 while the bike holds a market share of 13.24 percent.
      Royal Enfield Exports Breakup Feb 2021
      The Meteor 350 currently commands a waiting period of 1.5 months in some cities. This demand is despite the fact that the bike maker has hiked prices twice since launch in Nov 20. As on date, the price range starts at Rs.2.30 lakhs for the base Meteor 350 Fireball variant.
      In global markets, the Meteor 350 was at No. 4 with 620 units exported while it was preceded by the Himalayan at No.2 and 650 Twins at No. 3 with 1,151 units and 927 units exported respectively. The Himalayan (at No.5) and 650 Twins (at No.6) domestic sales had stood at 2,660 units and 284 units respectively.
      In the 350cc range at No. 4, was the RE Electra 350 of which 6,477 units were sold in domestic markets, up 75.29 percent as against 3,695 units sold in Feb 20. This bike was at No. 6 in terms of exports with de-growth of 52.63 percent with only 9 units making their way to global markets in the past month.

      No
      RE Domestic
      Feb-21
      Feb-20
      %

      1
      Classic 350
      36,025
      41,766
      -13.75

      2
      Bullet 350
      11,044
      10,589
      4.30

      3
      Meteor 350
      8,624
      0
      –

      4
      Electra 350
      6,477
      3,695
      75.29

      5
      Himalayan
      2,660
      2,165
      22.86

      6
      650 Twins
      284
      2,080
      -86.35

      7
      TB 350
      0
      830
      -100.00

      8
      TB 500
      0
      0
      –

      9
      Bullet 500
      0
      60
      -100.00

      10
      Classic 500
      0
      3
      -100.00

      –
      Total
      65,114
      61,188
      6.42

      Royal Enfield – Thunderbird 350 and TB500
      Royal Enfield Thunderbird 350 and 500 discontinued in India near the beginning of last year and the Bullet 500 and Classic 500 reported zero domestic sales in Feb 21 while Thunderbird 350, Bullet 350 and Thunderbird 500 reported zero exports in Feb 2021. Only 2 units of the Bullet 500 were exported in the past month, down 98.40 percent as against 125 units exported in Feb 20. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar Sales, Exports Breakup Feb 2021 – 125, 150, 180, 200, 220

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      Image – MRD VlogsThe Pulsar 125 was the most sold motorcycle within the Bajaj Pulsar domestic lineup
      Bajaj Auto domestic and export sales figures for the Pulsar range for Feb 2021 have been detailed. In domestic market, it was the Pulsar 125 and 150 that commanded their sales charts while in global markets, the 160, 180, 200 found most buyers.
      Domestic sales stood at 81,454 units in Feb 21, up 7.65 percent over 75,669 units sold in Feb 20. MoM sales however, dipped 16.53 percent from 97,580 units sold in Jan 21.
      Domestic Sales
      It may be seen that in both counts, it was the Pulsar 125 and 150 that claimed top spots. The entry level offering saw sales of 39,323 units in Feb 21, up 256.48 percent over 11,031 units sold in Feb 20 while MoM sales suffered a de-growth of 16.48 percent as against 47,080 units sold in Jan 21 even as percentage share has increased marginally from 48.25 held in Jan 21 to 48.28 percent as on date.
      This was followed at No. 2 by the Pulsar 150 which noted de-growth both in terms of YoY and MoM sales. Currently commanding a share of 31.37 percent in the brand lineup, sales of the Pulsar 150 dipped 48.74 percent YoY to 25,550 units while MoM sales dipped 21.29 percent as against 32,460 units sold in Jan 21.
      Bajaj Pulsar Domestic Sales Feb 2021
      For 2021, Bajaj Auto is planning to refresh the Pulsar 150 range with new colour options. The Pulsar 150 is currently presented three variants – 150 Neon, 150 standard model, and 150 Twin Disc.
      The Pulsar 160, 180 and 200 range noted an increase of 45.90 percent to 11,643 units in Feb 21 as against 7,980 units sold in the same month of the previous year while in Jan 21 sales stood at 11,730 units, a marginal 0.74 percent MoM de-growth. Of the Pulsar 220F, the company noted de-growth YoY and MoM at 27.56 percent and 21.74 percent respectively. Sales stood at 4,938 units in Feb 21, down from 6,817 units sold in Feb 21 while Jan 21 sales were at 6,310 units.
      Bajaj Pulsar Exports
      Where exports of the Bajaj Pulsar range was concerned, the past month saw the 160,180 and 200 variants more in demand. Total exports stood at 30,863 units, up from 19,200 units exported in Feb 20 while MoM exports dipped 13.61 percent from 35,724 units exported in Jan 21.
      Bajaj Pulsar Exports Feb 2021
      YoY exports increased for each of the variants in the Pulsar lineup except for the 220F Exports of the 160,180 and 200 stood at 14,689 units, up 73.69 percent over 8,457 units exported in Feb 21 though exports in Jan 21 had stood at 18,056 units, relating to a 18.65 percent MoM de-growth.
      The Bajaj Pulsar 150 was at No.2 and the 125 at No.3 with 93.77 percent and 72.26 percent growth in terms of YoY exports. The Pulsar 125 also noted a MoM growth by 34.30 percent with 3,458 units sold in Jan 21 while exports of the Pulsar 150 dipped 15.59 percent following 12,674 units exported in Jan 21.
      The flagship Pulsar 220F saw diminishing exports both on YoY and MoM basis. Exports which had stood at 2,526 units in Feb 20 dipped 67.06 percent to 832 units in Feb 21 while Jan exports were at 1,536 units. The company now seeks to expand its Pulsar brand of motorcycles by launching new models in 180cc, 250cc and 400cc categories. More