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      Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Scrambler Spied With Himalayan

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      Royal Enfield Hunter 350Upon its launch, Royal Enfield Hunter 350 will be competing against the likes of Honda H’Ness CB350, Jawa Forty Two
      Royal Enfield has been busy developing new models for future as multiple test mules from the Chennai-based bikemaker’s assembly line have been spotted on various occasions in recent months. The new-gen Classic 350, Hunter 350 and a couple of new 650cc retro motorcycles are some of the new models expected to hit showrooms in the coming months.
      The new Classic 350 is most likely to be the next big launch from Royal Enfield, although which model it will be preceding is yet to be known. Test prototypes of both 650cc bikes, as well as Hunter 350, have been very frequently spotted on Indian roads. Recently, a test mule of Hunter 350 was spotted on the Tindivanam-Melmaruvathur highway.
      Royal Enfield Hunter 350
      New Hunter 350 Styling
      Like previously shot images, the latest test mule also flaunts common styling elements such as a slim teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a single-piece seat, round halogen headlamp with chrome bezel, round turn taillight with turn indicators and black alloy wheels that have been wrapped by tubeless tyres.
      The front suspension unit gets fork gaiters while the bike adopts an all-black theme for its mechanical components such as engine-gearbox assembly, handlebar, swingarm, exhaust pipe and footpegs. Overall, the bike exhibits a traditional retro-style classic design with hint of a scrambler.
      2021 Royal Enfield Hunter
      Hunter 350 will be built on the new J1D platform which currently underpins Meteor 350, however, unlike the cruiser, the roadster will be tad sportier in essence. It gets a straight and wide handlebar with centre-set footpegs which makes the riding posture upright against the more relaxed posture in Meteor.
      It also gets a shorter rear section in comparison to the cruiser. The latest spy pics also show a small backrest attached to the pillion seat, although it is most likely to be offered as an optional accessory.
      Other Styling, Feature Highlights
      Other styling highlights include a muscular front end, sweeping exhaust canister and wide tyres. One of the major additions will be a new Tripper Navigation Pod which offers turn-by-turn navigation on being connected to the Royal Enfield App on a smartphone with the help of Google Maps. The instrument cluster gets an analogue speedometer in addition to a digital display reading out information from the odometer and fuel gauge.
      Himalayan was also on test
      Powertrain Specs
      Coming to specifications, Hunter 350 will be powered by a new 349cc single-cylinder air-cooled OHC engine which returns an output of 20.2 bhp and 27 Nm of peak torque. This unit will be linked to a 5-speed gearbox and is considered to be more efficient and refined in comparison to the previous-gen 350cc powertrain.
      As far as suspension setup is concerned, it will feature 35 mm telescopic forks at front and twin gas-charged shocks at rear. Whereas braking duties will be handled disc brakes on both wheels assisted by dual-channel ABS.

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      Bajaj Pulsar Sales, Exports Breakup March 2021 – 125, 150, 160, 180, 200, 220F

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      Bajaj PulsarPulsar has registered positive YoY growth in both domestic market and exports
      Preferred for its powerful performance and competitive pricing, Pulsar range has been one of the bestselling products in Bajaj Auto’s portfolio. Pulsar range is loved in the country as well as in overseas markets. Bajaj has continuously updated the Pulsar range to keep it relevant to evolving market dynamics.
      Bajaj Pulsar domestic sales March 2021 – Pulsar 125 leads
      In March, a total of 75,999 units were sold in domestic market. YoY growth is 47.70%, as compared to 51,454 units sold in March last year. However, MoM growth is negative at -6.70%, as compared to 81,454 units sold in February 2021.
      Pulsar 125 is the top selling product in the range in March with sales of 41,956 units. YoY sales growth is up by 178.61%, as compared to 15,059 units sold in March last year. Percentage share in sales is at 55.21%. Pulsar 125 MoM growth is also positive at 6.70%, as compared to 39,323 units sold in February 2021.
      At number two is Pulsar 150 with 19,556 units sold in March 2021. YoY growth is down by -19.54%, as compared to 24,305 units sold in March last year. Percentage share in sales is at 25.73%. Pulsar 150 MoM sales growth is also negative at -23.46%. Sales in February 2021 were higher at 25,550 units. Pulsar 150 will soon be getting two new colour options of Moon White and Matte Red. The graphics will also be updated.
      Bajaj Pulsar Sales – March 2021
      Combined sales of Pulsar 160, 180, and 200 is at 9,315 units in March 2021. YoY growth is 25.62%, as compared to 7,415 units sold in March last year. Share in sales is at 12.26%. MoM sales are down by -19.99%, as compared to 11,643 units sold in February 2021.
      Pulsar 220F is next with sales of 5,172 units in March 2021. YoY growth is at 10.63%, as compared to 4,675 units sold in March last year. Pulsar 220F share in sales is at 6.81%. MoM growth is positive at 4.74%, as compared to 4,938 units sold in February 2021.
      Bajaj Pulsar exports March 2021
      Pulsar exports were at 26,256 units in March, which is YoY growth of 67.05%. Exports during March last year stood at 15,717 units. Pulsar exports MoM growth is down by -14.93%, as compared to 30,863 units exported in February 2021.
      Bajaj Pulsar Exports – March 2021
      In international markets, the most in demand motorcycles in March include Pulsar 160, 180 and 200. A total of 7,760 units were exported, which is YoY growth of 46.55%. Second bestseller is Pulsar 150 with exports of 13,588 units. YoY growth is at 86.85%, as compared to 7,272 units exported in March last year.
      Pulsar 125 is next with exports of 3,364 units. YoY growth is at 49.25%, as compared to 2,254 units exported in March last year. Pulsar 220F is fourth with exports of 1,544 units. YoY growth is at 72.32%. In terms of MoM, only Pulsar 150 and 220F have positive growth. More

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      2021 Suzuki Hayabusa BS6 India Launch Price Rs 16.4 Lakh

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      2021 Suzuki HayabusaCompared to the older Hayabusa, the new 1340cc inline four-cylinder motor comes with new and lighter connecting rods and pistons
      The new generation Suzuki Hayabusa is one of the most anticipated premium bikes around the world. The faired superbike recently made its international debut and has now been launched in India. Price starts from Rs 16.4 lakh, ex-sh.
      Mr. Koichiro Hirao, Managing Director, SMIPL said, “Suzuki Hayabusa has been the most preferred choice amongst Sport bike enthusiasts around the world for over two decades now in the class it created. The new-generation Hayabusa was developed not only to achieve an even higher overall balance of ultimate performance and comply with the BS6 emissions standards, but also to capture the hearts of both devoted followers and all who lay eyes on the stunning beauty and sharper, tauter form of its bold new design.”
      Updated Design
      The third-gen Hayabusa comes with a series of updates both in terms of looks as well as its functionality. For starters, it comes with a completely redesigned bodywork with an improved ram air intake which enhances the motorcycle’s aerodynamic properties. It comes with new body panels, flyscreen, rear cowl and fairing-mounted wing mirrors. The font face looks more aggressive thanks to more concise fairing adopted this time.
      New Hayabusa receives an updated tail section with freshly designed LED taillight. Although the faired sports bike continues to sport bulbous proportions as before, it now comes with chrome-plated twin exhausts that are sleeker and longer.
      2021 Suzuki Hayabusa
      Tipping the scales 4 kilos lighter at 264 kg, the motorcycle is offered with a revised fuel tank design that can hold up to 20-liters of fuel. Bolder fonts for ‘Hayabusa’ logo further accentuate the bike’s sporty character.
      Dynamics & Features
      Coming to its dynamics, 2021 Hayabusa retains the same twin-spar type aluminum frame which is assisted by the latest Kayaba suspension setup. Stopping duties are handled by disc brakes with Brembo’s Stylema calipers. The supersport tourer offers a saddle height of 800mm and a ground clearance of 120mm.
      Along with the hardware setup, new Hayabusa comes equipped with a wide array of electronic aids to complement the riding experience. The equipment comprises features such as a 6-axis IMU, hill start assist, multiple riding modes, quick-shifter, traction control, ABS cornering package, wheelie control, launch control to name a few. Other features on offer include a part digital and part analogue instrument console with a TFT display.
      Performance
      Speaking of performance, it is powered by a revised 1340cc inline four-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine as before that returns an output of 187 bhp and 150 Nm of peak torque. Output is down from 194 bhp and 154 Nm on the outgoing model. Claimed fuel efficiency has also dropped from 21.5 kmpl to 18.06 kmpl in the new Busa. As per Suzuki, the claimed top speed on the latest iteration of the superbike is 290 kmph. More

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      Jawa Perak Matte Green Colour Custom Paint Job At Authorized Dealer

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      Jawa Perak Matte Green
      Jawa Perak is currently retailed at a price of Rs 1.98 lakh (ex-showroom) and has no direct rivals in the Indian market
      Jawa Perak holds a unique distinction in India for being the only proper bobber-style cruiser motorcycle to be locally built in India. Although not a mass-seller, it caters to a niche segment of buyers who love traditional bobbers yet are not willing to shell out big bucks for a Harley Davidson, Indian Motorcycle or Triumph.
      A local aftermarket workshop based out of Surat in Gujarat named Agozee Kustoms has given a Jawa Perak a new custom paint job. The stock Perak is only available in a solitary black paint scheme. The customization has been conducted for a Surat-based dealership at a price of Rs 9,999.
      Custom Matte Green Paint Job
      The motorcycle now wears a pine green paint as its primary colour with a thick stripe of white running on top of the fuel tank, around the central toolkit panel and across the front and rear fenders. It also gets a small ‘Perak’ branding on the fuel tank.
      The white shade adds a nice contrast to the green paint and overall provides a fresh appeal to the bobber’s retro-style design. There are no other changes made to the classic bobber in any way.
      Jawa Perak Matte Green
      Perak Design
      Like the regular Perak, the custom motorcycle adopts a blacked-out theme for all its mechanical components. The design is further accentuated by gold pin-striping on the fuel tank, side panels and fenders.
      The most notable highlight though is the single-piece floating seat wrapped in tan brown leather giving Perak a classic bobber stance. Back bezels around headlamps, blacked-out handlebar and bar-end mirrors further provide a sporty contrast to the bike.
      Mechanical Specifications
      Coming to its specifications, Perak is powered by a slightly larger 334cc single-cylinder engine in comparison to the 294cc unit in Jawa Standard and Forty-Two. This motor is capable of churning out 30 bhp and a peak torque of 32.74 Nm and is paired with a 6-speed gearbox.
      Jawa Perak Matte Green
      Suspension setup comprises conventional telescopic forks upfront and a mono-shock at rear, mounted beneath the seat. Braking duties are handled by disc brakes at both ends which are assisted by a dual-channel ABS.
      Perak also offers a slightly longer wheelbase in comparison to its other two siblings due to a larger rake to the front suspension unit. For its class of motorcycles, Perak is extremely nimble at 175 kilos of kerb weight. A similar custom paint job was performed by the same aftermarket workshop on Jawa Forty-Two a couple of months ago. In that case, it was wrapped in a sky blue colour with stripes of black across the body panels. More

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      Yamaha Sales, Exports Breakup March 2021 – FZ, RayZR, Fascino, R15, MT15

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      Image – Roadster viewYamaha has registered positive YoY growth in both domestic market and exports
      A total of 46,241 units were sold in March 2021, which is YoY growth of 7.20%. Sales during the corresponding period last year stood at 43,136 units. Export numbers are even better in percentage terms. A total of 33,678 units were exported in March 2021, which is YoY growth of 72.59%. Exports in March last year stood at 19,513 units.
      Yamaha domestic sales March 2021 – FZ leads
      Yamaha motorcycles have emerged as popular options in entry-level performance biking segment. Leading the pack in March is FZ with sales of 16,563 units. YoY growth is 65.56%, as compared to 10,004 units sold in March last year. FZ share in sales is 35.82%.
      Yamaha will soon be expanding the FZ range with a new motorcycle named FZ-X. It will be positioned as an entry-level retro styled motorcycle, cheaper than the existing breed of 300-400cc retro motorcycles.
      At number two is RayZR with sales of 8,272 units in March 2021. YoY sales are down by -30.91%, as compared to 11,972 units sold in March last year. Percentage share in sales is at 17.89%. Last month, Yamaha had increased prices of RayZR by Rs 3,000. It is now available at a starting price of Rs 73,330.
      Yamaha Domestic Sales – March 2021
      Fascino is next in the list with sales of 7,724 units in March 2021. YoY sales have close to halved, as compared to 14,433 units sold in March last year. Percentage share in sales is 16.70%. Fascino prices were also hiked in March by Rs 2.5k. It is available at a starting price of Rs 72,030.
      R15 takes fourth spot with sales of 6,988 units in March 2021. YoY growth is 59.11%, as compared to 4,392 units sold in March last year. Percentage share in sales is 15.11%. R15 recently received a new colour option of Metallic Red. The other colour options are Racing Blue, Thunder Grey and Darknight.
      At number five is MT15 with sales of 6,472 units in March 2021. YoY growth has more than tripled, as compared to 2,040 units sold in March last year. Percentage share in sales is 14.00%. MT-15 will soon be getting dual-channel ABS option, which has been a long pending demand of consumers.
      Yamaha Exports – March 2021
      At number six is FZ25 with sales of 222 units in March 2021. YoY growth is 534.29%, as compared to 35 units sold in March last year. Percentage share in sales is 0.48%. Products like Saluto, Alpha and R3 did not register any sales in March 2021.
      Yamaha exports March 2021
      With the exception of Saluto and Fascino, all other Yamaha two-wheelers have positive growth in exports in March 2021. The top five are FZ (13,066 units), Crux (5,798), RayZR (5,498), FZ25 (2,911), and Saluto RX (2,344). In percentage terms, top gainers include MT15 (500.00%), Crux (485.66%), Saluto RX (359.61%) and R15 (233.12%). More

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      Top 10 Motorcycles March 21 – Pulsar 4th, Apache 6th, Classic 350 8th

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      Bajaj PulsarMarch 2021 proved to be an encouraging month for bike manufacturers who noted substantial YoY growth particularly where top 10 motorcycle sales were concerned
      Top 10 motorcycle sales grew by 66.62 percent in March 21. During the past month, sales of 10 motorcycles in this segment stood at 8,48,488 units, up from 5,09,240 units sold in March 20. Hero MotoCorp commanded the list with four of its motorcycles in the top 10 category – Splendor, HF Deluxe, Glamour and Passion.
      Splendor Maintains No 1
      Even as the Splendor was the best-selling motorcycle with 94.86 percent growth to 2,80,090 units, up from 1,43,736 units sold in March 20, it was the Glamour, at No.7 that saw the most growth which stood at 154.63 percent.
      Sales of the Glamour were at 32,371 units, up from 12,713 units sold in March 20. HF Deluxe was at No.2 with 25.69 percent growth to 1,44,505 units in March 21, a YoY increase as compared to 1,14,969 units sold in March 20.
      The fourth model in the Hero MotoCorp lineup in the top 10 list was the Passion at No. 9. Sales of this bike also increased 69.84 percent to 30,464 units in the past month, up from 17,937 units sold in March 20.
      Top 10 Motorcycles – March 2021
      Honda CB Shine and Unicorn
      Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd., had the CB Shine commuter bike at No.3 with sales at 1,17,943 units, up 36.14 percent as against 86,633 units sold in March 21. The CB Shine currently commands a 13.90 percent share. Unicorn, another long running and trusted offering in the company lineup, added 23,235 units to sales in the past month, up 60.62 percent over 14,466 units which were sold in March 20.
      Bajaj Auto had the Pulsar and Platina brands among the top 10 motorcycles sold in March 21 at No.4 and 5 respectively. While Bajaj Pulsar sales increased 67.14 percent to 85,999 units in the past month, up from 51,454 units sold in March 20, it was the Platina that noted the highest percentage increase. Platina sales surged 224.61 percent or 47,761 units, to 69,025 units in March 21, up from 21,264 units sold in March 20.
      TVS Motor and Royal Enfield
      TVS Motor Co and Royal Enfield had one offering each on the list of top 10 motorcycles sold in March 21. The TVS Apache was at No.6 with 52.37 percent growth to 33,162 units, up from 21,764 units sold in March 20. The company has recently increased prices of the Apache RTR 160 and RTR 180 prices by Rs. 1,295 but not introduced any feature or mechanical updates.
      RE Classic 350 at No.8 noted sales of 31,694 units, up 30.41 percent over 24,304 units sold in March 20. New Classic 350 will be launched in the coming months. The updated model will be underpinned by a new J platform, which debuted in the Meteor 350 while the existing 346 cc engine will be replaced by a new 349 cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine with OHC setup. More

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      Bobber Styled Electric Motorcycle Made At A Cycle Repair Shop In Kerala

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      Custom Electric Bobber MotorcycleCreativity can come from unexpected places and this homemade e-motorcycle is a perfect example
      Motorcycle customization projects have never failed to amaze us and it appears that such ideas keep sprouting in an endless cycle. Just when we think we have seen it all, some nerd out there comes up with another brilliant creation that’s totally unique and mesmerizing. This time, a cycle repair shop owner from Kerala has developed an electric motorcycle that’s an absolute head turner.
      V-twin inspired Bobber design
      The custom homemade motorcycle has a v-twin design theme, something similar to that of Harley Davidson motorcycles. The body panelling representing the v-twin engine and other components has been designed with a high level of finesse. So, it doesn’t look gaudy or out of place, even when it’s all just a replica. The motorcycle has curved dual exhaust pipes (replica), one on each side.
      Custom Electric Bobber Motorcycle
      The motorcycle looks like a typical chopper, as is evident in the elongated front forks, single piece saddle and non-existent tail section. To give it a retro flavour, the motorcycle has been equipped with round headlamp. It has a high-reach handlebar, large-sized footpegs and comfortable, upright riding stance. The motorcycle looks ravishing in its red-black dual-tone colour theme.
      An upcycling project
      One of the notable things about this project is that most of the motorcycle has been developed using parts from other motorcycles and even bicycles. So, this customization qualifies as an upcycling project. Only a few parts have been created from scratch. For example, the rear sprocket has been custom built in a lathe shop. It took around eleven months to develop this electric motorcycle.
      Custom Electric Bobber Motorcycle
      Powertrain
      To reduce development and maintenance costs, the motorcycle utilizes lead-acid batteries. These are packed inside the body panels. On a full charge, the batteries allow a range of approximately 20-22 km.
      The low range should not be a concern, as this motorcycle is unlikely to be used for regular commutes. Customization projects without RTO approval are illegal. Such vehicles can be confiscated by traffic police if found in use on standard roads.
      Charging the batteries from 0 to 100 percent takes around four hours. Due to the lead-acid batteries and heavy body panels, the bike weighs 170 kg.
      Custom Electric Bobber Motorcycle
      This customization project highlights the immense passion that some folks have about creating something of their own. It reveals that an idea can be brought to life irrespective of the challenges. The creator of this electric motorcycle is likely to have worked with limited resources.
      He may also have had to find time from his regular work or put in extra hours to complete the project. He certainly deserves a pat on the back for this marvellous creation even though it may not be street-legal. More

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      Top 10 Scooter Sales Mar 2021 – Activa, Jupiter, Pleasure, Ntorq, Maestro

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      Honda Activa 6GHonda Activa was the most sold scooter in India in the past month finishing ahead of TVS Jupiter, Suzuki Access, Hero Pleasure and others by a sizeable margin
      Scooter sales in the top 10 segment in India in March 2021 increased by 72.52 percent in March 2021. Most of the models on the list posted growth with the exception of the Honda Dio scooter and Yamaha RayZR. The highest percentage growth was recorded by TVS Ntorq (192.11 percent).
      Top 10 Scooters
      Top 10 scooter sales which had stood at 2,44,894 units in March 20 increased by 1,77,594 units to 4,22,488 units in March 21. It may be recalled, that taking March 2020 as a benchmark is not recommended as it was from the 24th of that month that a major lockdown was announced in the country in view of the COVID 19 pandemic causing all auto plants and showrooms to down shutters.
      Honda Activa was the most sold scooter in March 21. The Activa scooter currently commands a 47.15 percent share with sales at 1,99,208 units, up 73.59 percent over 1,14,757 units sold in March 20.
      Honda also had the Dio scooter at No.6 in the past month with sales de-growth of 23.20 percent down to 22,677 units from 29,528 units sold in March 20. The Honda Dio also suffered a 29 percent de-growth to 3,14,417 units in FY21 as against 4,39,799 units sold in FY20.
      Top 10 Scooters – March 2021
      Jupiter was the second most sold scooter in India in March 2021 and the only other model apart from the Activa to have crossed the 50,000 unit mark. Sales surged 172.40 percent from 21,001 units sold in March 20 to 57,206 units sold in the past month. Suzuki Access was at No. 4 with 48,672 units sold, a growth of 83.83 percent over 26,476 units sold in March 20.
      Hero Scooters In March 2021
      At No.5 was the Hero Pleasure scooter with 105.18 percent growth to 28,516 units. Hero also had the Destiny (No.7) and Maestro (No.10) on the list with both posting growth of 47.47 percent and 126.26 percent respectively. Maestro sales scaled to 8,005 units in the past month, up from 3,538 units sold in March 20.
      Hero MotoCorp has initiated a WhatsApp support through which it sells its entire range of motorcycles and scooters. Maestro is among the other models in the company lineup that can be purchased via this mode to provide contactless easily accessible sales and service options.
      TVS Ntorq at No.5 noted a 192.11 percent increase with 26,851 units sold last month, up from 9,192 units sold in March 20. There was also the Suzuki Burgman (No.8) and Yamaha RayZR (No.9) on this list with the RayZR suffering de-growth of 30.91 percent to 8,272 units, down from 11,972 units sold in March 20. Yamaha Motor India has recently announced a price hike for its multiple products in India and the Yamaha RayZR 125 drum and disc variants becoming dearer by Rs.3,000 to Rs 73,330 and Rs 76,330 respectively. More