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      Royal Enfield 650cc Continental GT Modified Into A Racing Machine

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      Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Modified by Goblin Works. Images – Bike Exif
      The modified Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 gets carbon fiber panels, a bigbore kit and a lot more

      With their simple mechanical and electronic architectures, the Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650 have quickly established themselves as modifiers’ delight. Since their global debut we have come across numerous tastefully modified RE 650s but this one, executed by UK-based Partridge Design, is one of the sharpest we have seen.
      Modified Royal Enfield Continental GT 650
      Conceived and executed by Anthony Partridge who co-hosts Goblin Works Garage show on Discovery Channel, this modified Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 came with a simple brief from RE’s head of industrial design Adrian Sellers – “to build a thoroughbred racer”. That is exactly what Anthony set out to build.
      The end result is a sharp looking racing equipment swathed in exotic carbon fiber elements which hardly has anything in common with the stock Continental GT 650. However, the modified bodykit is designed with the help of 3D printing technology to be able to fit a stock motorcycle quickly and easily. So, it is not just a one-off project for a TV show but it is also a commercially available kit any Conti 650 owner could purchase.
      Custom parts
      Forming the centerpiece of the race bike’s styling is its carbon-fiber fuel tank which was custom made by GIA Engineering. The Racefit fuel filler cap is an art in itself. The custom swing arm was also GIA’s handwork. The custom motorcycle is suspended by premium Ohlins FGR300 inverted telescopic forks at the front and Ohlins TTX GP Pro monoshock at the rear.
      Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Modified
      The modified Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 boasts of Moto GP-like quick-release axles which hold BST carbon fiber wheels. The tyres are Dunlop Sportmax GPA units. Braking is taken care of by Galfer discs with nickel plated Brembo calipers, Venhill brake lines and Magura front master cylinder. Magura also supplied the racer’s hydraulic clutch system.
      The motorcycle also gets a new rear sub-frame, complete with a fresh carbon fiber tailpiece. Some tweaks were made to the frame so as to accommodate wider rear wheel. Other noteworthy items on the motorcycle include Motogadget electronic elements, Rizoma clip-on handlebar, foot pegs, mirrors and turn indicators, Highsider LED headlamp, Reese Racing switch gear and Antigravity lithium-ion battery.
      The engine
      Powering this modified Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 is a modified 750 cc engine with S&S Cycle bigbore kit with custom power commander, foam filter and a hand-made exhaust system. Power and torque figures are not being discussed but it is definitely well over the stock motorcycle’s hp and Nm respectively.
      Partridge Design pitted its creation against the stock motorcycle on a test track under icy conditions. Not surprisingly, it was observed that the custom GT 650 was much faster, sharper and more fun to ride than what rolls off RE’s assembly line.

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      Top 10 Two Wheeler Exports Dec 2020 – Pulsar, Apache, FZ, Splendor, Ntorq

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      Image – The Sameer Vlogs
      Bajaj Boxer continues to lead the two-wheeler exports count through December 2020

      Two wheeler exports in December 2020 saw Bajaj Boxer triumph atop the charts at about 41 percent growth at 35.72 percent market share. Exports grew to 1,31,284 units, up from 93,168 units. TVS Star City exports grew by 31.81 percent to claim just over 14 percent share. Exports rose to over 52k units, up from 39.5k units.
      Pulsar exports grew by over 12k units, up at 37,024 units from 26,088 units. Bajaj exports in recent months have continued to post growth. CT exports however declined to 14,766 units, down fro 26,088 units.
      Apache exports more than doubled at just over 13k units, up from 5,369 units at volume gain of 7,682 units. Bajaj Discover exports crossed the 10k mark at 10,326 units. Exports grew from 8,316 units at volume gain of just over 2k units at growth of 24.17 percent.
      KTM 390 demand grows
      Yamaha FZ series exports fell by 18.71 percent. Units were down ay 8,387 units from 10,254 units. Honda Navi, which is no longer sold in India is the company’s largest export product. Exports grew noticeably at 6,187 units, up from 1,960 units at volume gain of over 4k units. TVS Sport exports jumped to 6k units, up from 2,520 units.
      Two Wheeler Exports Dec 2020
      Hero enjoys an enviable position in the domestic market. Exports are nowhere near. Hero Splendor does make it to the top 10 exports list at 5,345 units. Up from 1,940 units at volume gain of 3,405 units. Ntorq exports grew to just over 5k units, up from 2,896 units at volume gain of over 2.1k units.
      Yamaha Crux is next on the list at just over 3.5k units. Volumes more than doubled, up from 1,356 units at volume gain of 2,234 units. Honda Dio exports fell by two-thirds, down at 3,532 units from 10,554 units. Suzuki Gixxer units fell by almost a third at 3,326, down from just below 5k units. KTM 390 units more than doubled at 3,185 units, up from 1,176 units.
      December 2020 two-wheeler exports growth
      HF Deluxe units gained by almost a 1,000 units, up at 3,124 units, up from 2,152 units. Yamaha Ray exports fell marginally down at just under 3k units from juts over 3k units. KTM 200 exports more than doubled at 2,889 units, up from 1,186 units.
      No
      Two Wheeler Exports
      Dec-20
      Dec-19
      1
      Boxer
      1,31,284
      93,168
      2
      Star City
      52,061
      39,498
      3
      Pulsar
      37,024
      24,344
      4
      CT
      14,766
      26,088
      5
      Apache
      13,051
      5,369
      6
      Discover
      10,326
      8,316
      7
      FZ
      8,387
      10,254
      8
      NAVI
      6,187
      1,960
      9
      SPORT
      6,000
      2,520
      10
      Splendor
      5,345
      1,940
      11
      NTORQ
      5,004
      2,896
      12
      Platina
      3699
      4212
      13
      Crux
      3,590
      1,356
      14
      Dio
      3,532
      10,554
      15
      GIXXER
      3,326
      4,954
      16
      KTM 390
      3,185
      1,176
      17
      HF Deluxe
      3,124
      2,152
      18
      Ray
      2,980
      3,062
      19
      KTM 200
      2,889
      1,186
      20
      Acheiver
      2,738
      698
      21
      FZ25
      2,708
      2,736
      22
      Hunk
      2,688
      1,420
      23
      CB Shine
      2,563
      1,737
      24
      Dominar 250
      2,312
      0
      25
      Duet
      2,184
      0
      26
      X Blade
      1,896
      2,448
      27
      Burgman
      1,890
      1,172
      28
      Xtreme
      1,877
      302
      29
      LIVO
      1,700
      1,600
      30
      XPULSE 200
      1,695
      0
      31
      TVS XL
      1,560
      1,537
      32
      SZ
      1,424
      2,376
      33
      Glamour
      1,389
      3,904
      34
      Victor
      1,378
      800
      35
      Hornet 160R
      1,368
      2,035
      36
      BMW 310
      1,267
      1,114
      37
      Dominar 400
      1,252
      702
      38
      Himalayan
      1,207
      335
      39
      650 Twin
      1,193
      768
      40
      KTM 125
      1,137
      0
      41
      GIXXER 250
      1,046
      89
      42
      Dream
      996
      1,520
      43
      R15
      806
      858
      44
      KTM 250
      800
      1,013
      45
      Saluto RX
      792
      1,368
      46
      Activa
      780
      0
      47
      Classic 500
      642
      366
      48
      GRAZIA
      520
      784
      49
      Radeon
      520
      1,760
      50
      H’Ness CB350
      510
      0
      51
      Husqvarna 125
      504
      0
      52
      Hayate
      480
      1,082
      53
      Pleasure
      470
      202
      54
      Aviator
      440
      0
      55
      Maestro
      438
      168
      56
      Vespa
      421
      43
      57
      Unicorn 160
      408
      768
      58
      Destini 125
      354
      48
      59
      Alpha
      336
      280
      60
      Husqvarna 250
      295
      0
      61
      Saluto
      280
      6,020
      62
      Wego
      252
      2,070
      63
      Classic 350
      238
      328
      64
      Jupiter
      234
      26
      65
      Vespa
      209
      339
      66
      Avenger 220
      164
      64
      67
      MT 15
      160
      337
      68
      Husqvarna 401
      160
      0
      69
      Aprilia SR150
      154
      295
      70
      Husqvarna 201
      145
      0
      71
      Bullet 500
      129
      70
      72
      Aprilia SR160
      117
      0
      73
      Aprilia SR 125
      105
      179
      74
      Lets
      96
      558
      75
      Intruder
      96
      128
      76
      Meteor 350
      94
      0
      77
      Unicorn 150
      80
      640
      78
      SR 50 MT
      28
      32
      79
      Typhoon R 50
      24
      368
      80
      Access
      12
      0
      81
      X PULSE 200T
      0
      1,662
      82
      CB Twister
      0
      1,040
      83
      Jive
      0
      668
      84
      Avenger 160
      0
      408
      85
      Fascino
      0
      370
      86
      Passion
      0
      180
      87
      HF Dawn
      0
      160
      88
      RR 310
      0
      117
      89
      STREET ROD
      0
      104
      90
      Thunderbird 350
      0
      45
      91
      STREET 500
      0
      23
      92
      STREET 750
      0
      20
      93
      Electra
      0
      15
      –
      Total
      3,67,521
      2,97,304
      Hero Achiever volume gain stood at over 2k units, up at 2,738 units, up from 698 units. FZ25 exports were flat at 2,708 units. Hunk units grew to 2,688 units, up from 1,420 units. CB shine exports are up at 2,563 units from 1,737 units.
      Bajaj Dominar 250 exports are reported at 2,312 units. Duel exports stood at 2,184 units. X Blade volumes fell to 1,896 units from 2,448 units. Burgman follows at 1,890 units, up from 1,172 units. Xtreme exports improved by the bucketload at 1,877 units, up from 302 units. Livo volumes were stable up at 1,700 units from 1,600 units. Pulse 200 numbers are reported at 1,695 units.
      TVS XL numbers were flat at 1,560 units. SZ volumes fell to 1,424 units, down from 2,376 units. Glamour volumes contracted by almost two-thirds, down at 1,389 units from 3,904 units. Victor volumes improved by over 500 units, up at 1,378 units. Hornet 160R lost about a third of its volume at 1,368 units. BMW 310 exports were flat at 1,267 units. Numbers for Dominar 400 and Himalayan were similar at just aver 1,200 units. 650 Twins accounted for just below 1,200 units.
      In all, two wheeler exports in December 2020 grew by almost a quarter. Growth was reported at 23.62 percent at 3,67,521 units, up from 2,97,304 units. Volume gain stood at 70,217 units. More

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      Honda CB350RS Scrambler Rendered In 4 New Colours – Black, Red, Yellow, Blue

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      2021 Honda CB350RS Black – Render
      Honda BigWing might expand this range of India-made classic motorcycles with different engine configurations in future

      Honda teased the upcoming iteration of Honda H’Ness CB350. This version of CB350 will likely be called CB350RS. It is likely to be a scrambler derivative based on CB350 classic roadster. This bike is slated to be launched on February 16 and ahead of its launch, a digital rendering of the same has been created by Pratyush Rout.
      This digitally rendered image of CB350RS as a scrambler gives an idea of what this upcoming bike could look like. It has been imagined in four production-spec colours of Black, Red, Yellow and Blue. A bit of the inspiration has been carried forward from the CB1100RS as well as the officially revealed teasers by the company.
      Design Highlights
      Other parts of it have been curated very realistically. This includes a slimmer seat at rear for the pillion just as revealed in the teaser. Apart from this, other design highlights from this digitally imagined render include a chopped off fender at front, a horizontal tail section, engine assembly cowl and a clip-on handlebar.
      Rest of the details are very similar to the current retro-styled classic roadster. Since it is expected to be a sportier version of H’Ness CB350, it is expected to feature an aggressive seating position thanks to clip-on handlebars. USD forks in the front and rear-set footpegs as shown in this rendered image.
      2021 Honda CB350RS Red – Render
      In the final production model, we could expect it to receive a black treatment instead of chrome accents. Instead of a single-piece of grab rails, it gets side bolted pillion grab rails. The teasers show a new cantilevered tailpiece with a compact LED taillight and mudguard mounted license plate and indicators.
      Engine Specs & Features
      Mechanically, this iteration of CB350 will be identical to its classic roadster sibling although suspension setup might be slightly tweaked for sportier performance. It will be powered by a 348cc unit single-cylinder, air-cooled unit which cranks out 21 bhp and 30 Nm of peak torque.
      This unit will be mated to a 5-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch. It will be built on a half-duplex cradle frame suspended on a telescopic front fork and twin rear shock absorbers.
      2021 Honda CB350RS Yellow – Render
      In terms of features as well, this bike is expected to offer the same equipment as offered in H;Ness CB350. This includes an all-LED lighting setup, a semi-digital instrument cluster, USB charging, Bluetooth connectivity, Navigation, dual-channel ABS and a first-in-segment Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC).
      We expect prices of the new CB350RS roadster to hover around Rs 2.00 lakh (ex-showroom) and will exclusively be sold through the brand’s BigWing dealerships. Honda 2Wheelers India is currently looking to expand its BigWing network in the country and we expect to see an expansion of the India-made BigWing lineup of motorcycles in the near future.
      2021 Honda CB350RS Blue – Render More

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      2021 Hero Passion Pro New TVC – Celebrates 100 Millionth Edition

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      New Hero Passion Pro
      Hero Passion Pro is one of the top-selling motorcycle in the country

      Hero Passion Pro is a commuter bike. It is priced from Rs. 67,608 to 69,808 in India and is presented in two variants and four colour options. In its BS6 avatar, to which it was updated earlier last year, it gets several design updates. Detailed in a new TVC, the Passion Pro appeals to buyers to ‘Chalo Apni Chaal’ and to break away from the ordinary and set new standards following their own paths.
      Hero MotoCorp 100 Millionth Unit
      Earlier this month, in celebration of the production of the 100 millionth unit, Hero MotoCorp unveiled special editions. These were of Xtreme 160R, Passion Pro, Glamour, Destini 125, and Maestro Edge 110.
      All these are now on sale across India. Hero MotoCorp become India’s only two wheeler brand to achieve this feat of producing 100 millionth two wheeler and this milestone model was the Hero Xtreme 160R which rolled out of its Haridwar plant.
      New TVC for Passion Pro 2021
      Hero Passion Pro is powered by a 110cc BS6 engine. This engine makes 9.02 hp power and 9.89 Nm torque. Though power figure drops as compared to that seen on its BS4 counterpart, there is a hike in torque. It gets drum brakes at the front and rear and combined braking system on both wheels. Weight is at 117 kgs and tank capacity of 10 liters. New TVC can be seen below.
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      Where styling is concerned, the BS6 Passion Pro 110 looks sportier than its earlier counterpart. It receives a black visor, 3D Hero badging and 18 inch alloy wheels. New graphics also make the bike stand apart while the Passion Pro is also offered with F1 and i3s technology.
      It also gets larger and more angular headlamps with new bikini fairing, fuel tank extensions with ‘PRO’ decals and under seat panels along with a sharper tail lamp. Feature updates include a new semi digital instrument cluster offering real time fuel efficiency and other data while suspension travel is increased by 15mm for a more comfortable ride.
      For even easier riding through traffic, the new Hero Passion Pro gets a feature called Auto Sail. This eliminates the need for the rider to use the clutch in traffic and prevents the bike from stalling.
      Hero MotoCorp Upcoming Products
      Hero MotoCorp has revealed that the company will be launching 10 products each year over the next 5 years. These will include new models or updated variants of its existing products while the company will also pay special attention to reduce its carbon footprint with eco-friendly facilities and fuel efficient models.
      The company has also set up a separate unit to sell Harley Davidson bikes in India after the US based company shut down its operations in the country. Hero has added 11 new dealerships for the Harley Davidson brand and Hero will also develop motorcycles to be sold under the Harley brand. More

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      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Instrument Cluster Spied – Tripper Navigation Missing

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      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Spied
      The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 employs an eccentrically placed digi-analog instrument console

      A camouflaged prototype Royal Enfield Hunter with some accessories was spied up close while stationary. The test mule appears to be not fully production ready but not far from it either. The latest spy shots give us a clear idea on how the motorcycle’s instrument panel looks like.
      Royal Enfield Hunter 350
      Royal Enfield is currently working on building a strong and eclectic range of 350 cc motorcycles based on its new generation J platform. The Meteor 350 which replaced the Thunderbird was the first of many new RE’s to come. While the loyalists are eagerly waiting for the next generation Classic 350, Royal Enfield threw a surprise in the form of another retro-classic Roadster.
      The Eicher-owned two wheeler brand has registered Hunter as a trademark, leading us to believe that the new 350 cc roadster will carry this moniker. To be positioned alongside the new Classic 350 as a sportier alternative to lure younger audience, the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will feature a sleek fuel tank, circular headlamp, possibly with LED elements, single-piece seat, LED taillight and a simple tailpiece.
      Going by the prototype, the Hunter 350 is most likely to be equipped with alloy wheels and black finished engine and exhaust pipe. The prototype was wearing chrome finished headlamp cowl but we expect the final production version to feature a black unit.
      Production version is expected to offer Tripper Navigation as well
      The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 employs a unique digi analog instrument console with a rectangular MID. While this particular mule does not feature an additional dial for Tripper Navigation system (Smartphone enabled turn-by-turn navigation), it is reasonable to assume the motorcycle to be offered with it at the time of launch.
      Specifications
      The Royal Enfield Hunter 350, as the spyshot shows, borrows its 349 cc air-cooled engine from the Meteor 350. Widely acclaimed for being much more refined than its predecessor, the new mill dishes out 20.2 hp and 27 Nm of torque. Gearbox is a conventional 5-speed unit.
      There is nothing particularly interesting about the suspension or braking system. The roadster employs traditional telescopic front forks covered with rubber gaiters, and twin-rear shock absorbers. Like all modern Royal Enfields, the Hunter is equipped with front and rear disc brakes with dual-channel ABS.
      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Instrument Cluster – Analog Speedometer, Digital MID
      On board the Royal Enfield Hunter, the speedometer is analog and is seen with markings in kmph as well as mph. The speedo is listed till max speed of 160 kmph / 100 mph – just like the new Meteor 350. Other details like fuel level, trip meters, etc are expected to be listed in the digital MID.
      Market positioning
      With the Royal Enfield Hunter 350, the company would be aiming to fend off fresh competition like the Honda CB350. Royal Enfield’s leadership in the Indian medium displacement segment continues to be strong even during the challenging year that was 2020.
      The Classic 350 continues to be a cash cow for the brand and with the new gen model coming later this year, things are only going to get stronger. The Hunter will be playing a consolidating role.
      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Spied More

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      2021 Honda Dio Scooter Launched In Japan With Remote Key

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      2021 Honda Dio
      Although its looks are completely different, the Japanese Dio is similar to its Indian counterpart in its engine specs

      Honda Motorcycles and Scooters has launched the updated 2021 Dio in its home country. The scooter comes with a host of updates in terms of features as well as cosmetics. Even though it carries the same nomenclature, the Japanese model is in no way similar to the India-spec model.
      Design
      The major difference being the headlight which is mounted on its handlebar rather than its front apron is the case with the India-spec model. Its overall design is a nice blend of sporty looks and everyday practicality. It gets a wide and flat single-piece seat which looks comfortable for both the rider and pillion.
      Components such as alloy wheels, exhaust muffler, footboard and tail section have been blackened out which give a sporty appeal to the scooter. In addition, it is offered in four different colour schemes including Matt Galaxy Black Metallic, Pearl Jasmine White, Descent Silver Metallic and Matt Stary Blue Metallic. The apron of the scooter receives LED DRLs instead of a headlight unit.
      Features
      In terms of features, Honda Dio comes with an analogue speedometer along with a digital MID in the instrument cluster. It receives an easy to read console and an immobilizer. The console reads out information such as fuel level, speed limit, distance to empty and other basic information.
      2021 Honda Dio
      The scooter can hold a bottle of 500ml which can be stored on the cubby hole placed at front. The company claims that the new Dio can easily fit a full-size helmet thanks to a large under-seat storage capacity of 18 litres. It also gets remote key feature.
      However, at this price, Dio also misses out on a few features such as LED headlights and taillights, an external fuel filler cap and a USB charging port. Other than this, it looks like a fairly simple and everyday functional scooter.
      Mechanical Specs
      Mechanically, this version of Dio in Japan is very similar to its Indian counterpart carrying the same name. The Japan-spec model is also powered by a 110cc engine that makes 8.7 PS of power and 9 Nm of peak torque. Its hardware consists of a suspension setup of telescopic forks at front and a side-mounted single shock absorber at rear. Anchorage duties are handled by disc brake at front and a drum brake at rear.
      In Japan, Honda retails Dio in a price range of JPY 2,23,000 (approximately INR 1.54 lakh) and JPY 2,20,00 (approximately INR 1.52 lakh). The Japanese auto giant has no plans of introducing this version of Dio to India. It currently focussed on launching a cafe racer or scrambler derivative of CB350 which will be called CB350RS. More

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      Royal Enfield Classic 350 Prices Increased Yet Again – New Feb 2021 Price List

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      Image – Sundar
      Royal Enfield Classic 350 rivals the likes of Jawa Forty-Two, Benelli Imperiale and Honda H’Ness CB350

      Since the beginning of 2021, the Indian automotive industry has witnessed a growing trend of increase in prices of vehicles- two-wheelers and passenger cars alike. A few manufacturers have even increased the prices of their products multiple times in this one and a half month of the new year.
      Royal Enfield too has joined the coveted list of automotive brands which has increased the prices of its most popular offering twice in one month. Classic 350 range of motorcycles is now pricier by up to Rs 4,262 since its last price hike. After the latest hike, prices for retro-style roadster now start at Rs 1,67,235 lakh and go up to Rs 1,92,608.
      In comparison to Dec 2020 prices, RE Classic 350 prices are now up by Rs 6,289. On average, in the two month period from Dec 2020 to Feb 2021, prices of Royal Enfield motorcycles has now been increased by 3.4%.
      Classic 350 Price Increase
      Single-channel ABS variant of Classic 350 is now offered at a base price of Rs 1,67,235 whereas the dual-channel variants are offered at different prices depending on colour options. Classic Black, Pure Black and Mercury Silver are now offered at a price of Rs 1,75,405 against last month’s price of Rs 1,71,570 which is a hike of Rs 3,835.
      Royal Enfield Classic 350 Prices Feb 2021
      Spoke wheel version of Gunmetal Grey-coloured Classic 350 is priced at Rs 1,77,294 as opposed to Rs 1,73,422 in January 2021. Whereas alloy wheel variant of the same has been priced at Rs 1,89,902 after a hike of Rs 4,108.
      Signal Edition of Classic 350 are available in two colour options- Stormrider Sand and Airborne Blue, both are now offered at a similar price of Rs 1,85,902 post a hike of a shade over Rs 4,000.
      Orange Ember and Metallo Silver paint schemes can now be bought at Rs 1,89,360 against last month’s price of Rs 1,85,902 after a price increment of Rs 4,108. Stealth Black and Chrome Black colours will be available at a price of Rs 1,92,608 after a hike of Rs 4,262. All prices mentioned are ex-showroom.
      Royal Enfield Classic 350 prices Feb 2021 vs Jan 2021 vs Dec 2020
      Specifications
      Classic 350 is powered by a 346cc single-cylinder air-cooled UCE motor which pushes out 19.2 bhp and 28 Nm of peak torque. This unit is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. It is based on a steel single-downtube frame chassis and suspended by a telescopic fork at front and twin gas-charged shock absorbers at rear. It rolls on a 19-/18-inch wheel setup.
      New-Gen Classic 350
      The Chennai-based bikemaker is expected to launch a new generation model of Classic 350 in coming months, test mules of which have been spotted on numerous occasions previously. This new-gen Classic 350 will employ a different chassis and a brand new 350cc engine which have made their debuts in the recently launched Meteor 350. More

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      Top 10 Motorcycles 150cc To 200cc Dec 2020 – Pulsar, Apache, FZ, Unicorn, R15, Hornet, KTM

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      TVS Apache
      Motorcycle (150-200cc) sales continued their good run in December 2020, registering YoY growth of 29.50%

      A total of 1,03,661 units were sold, as compared to 80,048 units in the corresponding period in 2019. With the exception of a few, most manufacturers have registered positive YoY growth in December 2020.
      However, things are quite the opposite in terms of MoM sales growth. All manufacturers have negative MoM growth in December 2020, with overall de-growth at -32.15%. As compared to December, sales were much higher in November 2020 at 1,52,778 units.
      Pulsar leads, but sales decline
      Bajaj Pulsar continues to maintain its lead in 150-200cc motorcycle segment. However, YoY sales are down by -11.76%. While December 2020 sales were 28,237 units, the numbers for December 2019 were higher at 32,001 units. Pulsar market share is 27.24% in December 2020. MoM sales are down by -31.53%, as compared to 41,241 units sold in November 2020.
      At number two is TVS Apache with 26,535 units sold in December 2020. YoY sales growth has improved by 30.70%, as compared to 20,302 units sold in December 2019. Apache market share stands at 25.60%. In terms of MoM growth, Apache sales are down by -36.15%. Sales in November 2020 were 41,557 units.
      150cc-200cc Motorcycle Sales Dec 2020 vs Dec 2019 (YoY)
      Yamaha FZ takes the third spot with 14,161 units sold in December 2020. YoY sales are up 45.78%, as compared to 9,714 units sold in December 2019. FZ market share in December 2020 is at 13.66%. MoM sales growth is negative at -12.80%, as compared to 16,239 units sold in November 2020.
      Unicorn 160 gaining traction
      At number four, Honda Unicorn 160 has emerged as a popular choice in this segment. Sales have more than doubled, registering YoY growth of 176.43%. A total of 11,997 units were sold in December 2020, as compared to 4,340 units in December 2019. Market share is at 11.57% in December 2020. MoM sales are down -44.96%, as compared to 21,796 units sold in November 2020.
      Yamaha R15 is next with 5,471 units sold in December 2020. YoY sales have improved by 30.08%, as compared to 4,206 units sold in December 2019. R15 has 5.28% market share in December 2020. MoM growth is negative at -6.45%, as compared to 5,848 units sold in November 2020.
      150cc-200cc Motorcycle Sales Dec 2020 vs Nov 2020 (MoM)
      Yamaha MT15 registers max growth
      At number six, Yamaha MT15 has max YoY growth in percentage terms. A total of 4,376 units were sold in December 2020, which is YoY growth of a whopping 657.09%. Sales in December 2019 stood at 578 units. MT15 market share is 4.22% in December 2020. MT15 has the lowest negative MoM growth of -5.03%, as compared to 4,608 units sold in November 2020.
      Other motorcycles in the list include Hero Xtreme 160R (3,265 units), Honda Hornet 2.0 (2,457), KTM 200 (1,902), Suzuki Gixxer (1,651), Bajaj Avenger (1,333), Hero X Blade (1,197), Hero Xpulse 200 (1,018), and Suzuki Intruder (61). Of these, Avenger, X Blade and Xpulse 200 have negative YoY growth. More