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      Top 10 Motorcycles May 2024 – Splendor, Pulsar, Raider, Shine, Classic 350

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      New Bajaj Pulsar 125. Image – Biker MJKThe total sales for the top 10 motorcycles grew by 1.59% YoY, reaching 8,45,580 units in May 2024 compared to 8,32,305 units in May 2023After taking a look at the top 10 two wheelers in May 2024, let us now focus on the top 10 motorcycles. The motorcycle market in May 2024 showcased a dynamic landscape with significant shifts among the top players. According to the latest sales data, the total sales for the top 10 motorcycles reached 8,45,580 units, marking a modest growth of 1.59% compared to May 2023.Top 10 Motorcycles May 2024 – Hero Splendor Retains Top Spot Despite DeclineHero Splendor continued to dominate the market, securing the number one position with 3,04,663 units sold. However, it faced an 11.05% year-on-year decline, losing 37,863 units compared to May 2023. Honda Shine emerged as a major growth story, with sales jumping to 1,49,054 units, a 43.74% increase from the previous year’s 1,03,699 units.Top 10 Motorcycles May 2024Bajaj Pulsar maintained its third-place ranking with 1,28,480 units sold, showing a marginal increase of 0.06% (77 units) from May 2023. Its consistent performance accounted for a 15.19% share of the market. Hero HF Deluxe saw a notable decline of 20.13%, with sales dropping to 87,143 units from 1,09,100 units in May 2023. Despite this decrease, it still holds a significant market share of 10.31%.TVS Apache experienced a 9.65% decrease in sales, reaching 37,906 units compared to 41,955 units the previous year. This decline brought its market share to 4.48%. TVS Raider enjoyed an 8.16% increase in sales, reaching 37,249 units, up from 34,440 units in May 2023. This growth allowed it to capture a 4.41% market share. Bajaj Platina faced the steepest decline among the top 10, with a 28.27% drop in sales to 30,239 units from 42,154 units. This significant decrease resulted in a market share of 3.58%.Top 10 Motorcycles May 2024 – YoY ComparisonHonda Unicorn made a remarkable entry into the top 10 list with 24,740 units sold, accounting for 2.93% of the market. Its strong performance highlights its popularity among consumers. The Royal Enfield (RE) Classic 350 saw a decline of 9.76%, with sales falling to 23,779 units from 26,350 units in May 2023. This drop brought its market share to 2.81%. A standout performer was Hero Passion, which recorded an astounding 507.04% growth, selling 22,327 units compared to just 3,678 units in May 2023. This dramatic increase elevated its market share to 2.64%.Top 10 Motorcycles May 2024 – MoM ComparisonTop 10 Motorcycles May 2024 – MoM PerformanceThe total sales for the top 10 motorcycles fell to 8,45,580 units, an 8.82% decrease from April’s 9,27,355 units. Hero Splendor, although maintaining its lead, saw a decrease of 5.08% in sales, dropping by 16,296 units to 3,04,663 in May 2024 from April’s 3,20,959 units. Honda Shine bucked the overall downward trend with a 4.42% increase in sales, rising to 1,49,054 units from 1,42,751 units in April 2024.Bajaj Pulsar experienced a significant drop of 11.28%, with sales falling by 16,329 units to 1,28,480 in May from 1,44,809 in April. Hero HF Deluxe also faced a notable decline of 10.21%, with sales decreasing by 9,905 units to 87,143 in May from 97,048 in April. TVS Apache recorded a sharp decline of 16.73%, with sales dropping by 7,614 units to 37,906 in May from 45,520 in April.TVS Raider saw the largest month-on-month decline of 27.10%, with sales plummeting by 13,849 units to 37,249 in May from 51,098 in April. Bajaj Platina experienced a significant decline of 31.36%, with sales falling by 13,815 units to 30,239 in May from 44,054 in April. Honda Unicorn’s sales slightly decreased by 4.44%, with a reduction of 1,149 units, resulting in 24,740 units sold in May compared to 25,889 in April.The Royal Enfield (RE) Classic 350 saw a significant drop of 19.33%, with sales falling by 5,697 units to 23,779 in May from 29,476 in April. Hero Passion recorded a decrease of 13.30%, with sales dropping by 3,424 units to 22,327 in May from 25,751 in April. Its market share decreased from 2.78% to 2.64%. More

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      2024 Kawasaki Ninja 300 Updated With New Colours

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      2024 Kawasaki Ninja 300 – Candy Lime GreenWhere rivals are concerned, 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 300 locks horns with Yamaha R3, KTM RC 390, BMW G 310 RR and Aprilia RS457While the design remains the same as earlier for Ninja 300, users can choose from two new colour options. The graphics have also been updated for both colour variants. Here’s a closer look at the new colour options for Ninja 300.2024 Kawasaki Ninja 300 – New coloursTwo new colour options have been introduced – Candy Lime Green and Metallic Moondust Gray. The third colour option of Lime Green has been carried forward in its earlier format. The names for the new colour options had existed earlier, but these variants are now available with refreshed graphics.The new Candy Lime Green colour is an exciting mix of bright green and black. The green shade can be seen on the fuel tank, front fender, headlamp cowl and side and lower fairing. Remaining surfaces are done in black, helping create a sporty, dynamic profile. This colour option also has white accents that work to complement the bike’s aggressive and sporty design. Overall, the new Candy Lime Green colour for Ninja 300 presents a high-performance and stylish appearance, a hallmark of the Kawasaki Ninja series.Second colour option of Metallic Moondust Gray utilizes a combination of red, black and gray. The red and gray graphics create attractive visuals, especially when seen against the black main body. The dual-tone stripes running along the sides help achieve an aggressive, high-performance look. The blacked-out alloy wheels get red rim decals, something that further enhances the bike’s dynamic appearance. The ‘Ninja’ logo and ‘Kawasaki’ badging are done in gray and white, respectively.2024 Kawasaki Ninja 300 – Metallic Moondust GreyNo mechanical updates2024 Kawasaki Ninja 300 does not get any performance boost or new features. Powering the bike is a 296 cc, liquid cooled, parallel twin engine that churns out 39 PS and 26.1 Nm. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and comes with an assist and slipper clutch. Kawasaki Ninja 300 utilizes a diamond frame, with 37 mm telescopic forks at front and a monoshock, gas charged shock absorber at rear. Braking setup comprises 290 mm and 220 mm petal discs at front and rear, respectively.Ninja 300 has 17-inch wheels at both ends, shod with 110/70 front and 140/70 rear tyres. The wider rear tyre ensures adequate grip across varied terrains and environments. It also enhances the bike’s supersport image. Ninja 300 has a seat height of 780 mm, something that makes it suitable for a broader segment of users.2024 Kawasaki Ninja 300 priceUpdated 2024 Kawasaki Ninja 300 is available at a starting price of Rs 3.43 lakh. It is interesting to note that the current price of Ninja 300 is less than the 2013 model that was available at Rs 3.50 lakh. Over the years, not much has changed with Ninja 300 in terms of its design and equipment list.2024 Kawasaki Ninja 300 – Lime GreenOnly exceptions are the new colour options that have been added on a regular basis. A few years back, Ninja 300 had also received a new pillion grab rail. Kawasaki Ninja 300 competes with other fully-faired bikes such as Yamaha R3, KTM RC 390, TVS Apache RR310 and Aprilia RS 457. More

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      2025 KTM 390 Adventure TFT Screen Spied – Himalayan 450-Like Position

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      2025 KTM 390 Adventure TFT Screen SpiedRE Himalayan 450, Yezdi Adventure, Triumph Scrambler 400X and upcoming Hero Xpulse 440 are some of 2025 KTM 390 Adventure’s main rivalsRoyal Enfield Himalayan 450 has been making headlines recently. Not for good reasons, of course. But the bike has been one of the most popular in Indian motorcycling community and is a unique offering. Hero MotoCorp and KTM are prepping their challengers to rival Himalayan 450. KTM’s 2025 390 Adventure is taking production-spec shape as seen with recent spy shots.2025 KTM 390 Adventure – The next big thing in single-cyl ADVs?It is no secret that KTM is coming up with their next-gen Adventure motorcycle based on the new 390 platform that we saw with 2024 390 Duke. Currently, 2024 390 Duke is the only motorcycle to feature this new 399cc engine. Other 390 offerings like RC 390 and 390 Adventure continue with the old 373 platform.2025 KTM 390 AdventureAs seen in the recent spy shots from adventure_journey_, we can see an almost production-spec 390 Adventure that has made a couple of appearances before. The recent spy shots show minimal camouflage on the test mule and most components look like they are production-ready.For starters, KTM is cooking two versions of 2025 390 Adventure. One version gets smaller wheels that are likely to be 19 incher at the front and 17 incher at the rear, wrapped with fatter tyres. These are still wire-spoke wheels and might support tubeless tyres. This is the version that has been spotted in India and in the recent spy shots.2025 KTM 390 AdventureThere is another version of 390 Adventure with more off-roading prowess with higher ground clearance, bigger 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheels, skinny off-road tyres and the likes. This version is yet to be make its appearance in India. This is not to be confused with the 390 Enduro (name not confirmed) that has been spotted testing in India.Other notable cycle parts of the recently spotted 2025 KTM 390 Adventure are adjustable USD telescopic front forks, adjustable mono-shock at the rear, underbelly exhaust, new banana-shaped swingarm and others. All these are mounted on a similar main frame as 390 Duke. Design-wise, we get a tall windscreen, a front beak and a single-piece seat.2025 KTM 390 Adventure – Side390 Adventure TFT ScreenErgonomics seem to be pretty upright and footpeg positioning for rider seems to be slightly rear-set. Rider’s seat height looks like it is around 830mm. We can see the new TFT instrument cluster that is positioned higher to fall in rider’s peripheral vision, just like Himalayan 450.More off-road version of 390 Adventure spied abroadThe new 399cc liquid-cooled DOHC 4V single-cylinder engine makes 45 bhp of peak power and 40 Nm of peak torque on 390 Duke. KTM might tune the engine slightly to establish different character for 390 Adventure. 6-speed gearbox, slip and assist clutch, ride-by-wire, cruise control, traction control, dual-channel ABS and other features are likely. We hope the more off-road-worthy 390 Adventure version launches in India too.Source More

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      2024 Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Rendered – 7 New Colours, Logo

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      Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 RenderWhen launched, Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 will rival Speed 400, Hero-Harley 440, 390 Duke, Pulsar NS400Z, Yezdi Roadster and the likesWith the Himalayan 450, Royal Enfield flexed its newfound R&D muscle to the world. From offering barebones machines to selling the most feature-packed motorcycle in the segment, Royal Enfield has come a long way with its 450 platform. Royal Enfield’s upcoming Guerrilla 450 will be an embodiment of this ethos and here’s how it might look when launched.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 RenderedOn the surface, Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 will be a street naked or roadster version of Himalayan 450 motorcycle on sale. However, there is a lot more riding on Guerrilla 450 than just being a stripped-down version of Himalayan 450. There are a lot of niggles and negatives seen on this new 450 platform with Himalayan 450.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 RenderGuerrilla 450 is expected to iron out all of these niggles and offer a much more cohesive and seamless experience. So, no pressure, then. Launch is right around the corner and Guerrilla 450 is also expected to cost a lot less than Himalayan 450, which can go very close to Rs. 4 lakh (OTR, Karnataka).Rushlane’s render of Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450, penned down by rendering artist Pratyush Rout, is based on the innumerous spy shots and test mule sightings in the past couple of years. Visually, Guerrilla 450 looks a lot more pleasing and it even comes off as a more nimble and agile offering than Himalayan 450.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 RenderWhen opposed to Himalayan 450, we can see a new fuel tank, a Guerrilla 450 logo, a scooped-out seat for low seat height, a smaller seat (in length), a cleaner tail section (relatively) and more. Headlight is fixed to the handlebar and has a nice-looking cowl, definitely a better implementation than Himalayan’s.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 RenderRSU telescopic forks, black fork gaiters, smaller 17-inch alloy wheels, tubeless tyres, LED headlights, rear LED tail lights integrated into the turn indicators, round ORVMs, conventional front fender (mudguard) and other attributes are notable on Guerrilla 450. We have the same TFT Tripper Dash too and we hope the bugs are ironed out with the new offering.Specs, performance and priceRoyal Enfield Guerrilla 450 will share the same frame as Himalayan 450 along with the new Sherpa 450 engine. This is a single-cylinder 450cc engine with DOHC 4V head and features liquid cooling, a 6-speed gearbox, slipper clutch, ride-by-wire and a few other fancy stuff. Peak performance is 40 bhp and 40 Nm.Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 RenderConsidering that Guerrilla 450 has missed out on a lot of touring friendly attributes and more expensive cycle parts, it should weigh and cost less than Himalayan 450. Firstly, we expect kerb weight to be around 180 kg and cost around Rs. 2.5 lakh (Ex-sh). Rivals at this price include Triumph Speed 400, Yezdi Roadster, Harley-Davidson X440, Hero Mavrick 440, along with KTM 390 Duke and the recently launched Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z. More

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      June 2024 Week 2 Auto News Roundup – Yamaha, Suzuki, KTM, Hyundai, Skoda, Honda, Tata, Land Rover

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      2024 Tata Punch EV crash tested by Bharat NCAPNew variant launches and glimpses of upcoming products were primary highlights in the 2nd week of June 2024No big launches were scheduled in the past week. Test mule sightings continued as usual and some OEMs unveiled their upcoming products. Here’s a quick review of all the important developments from 9th June to 15th June.2024 Yamaha Fascino S2024 Yamaha Fascino S launchedKey updates for 2024 Yamaha Fascino S include three colour options and some new features. The updated scooter is available at a starting price of Rs 94,000. Users can now access the ‘Answer Back’ function to easily locate their scooter.Suzuki Thailand PlantSuzuki to close Thailand plant – Import from IndiaAs part of its plans to optimize its global production sites, Suzuki will be closing its Thailand production facility by the end of 2025. However, Suzuki will continue to have a presence in the country. It will be managed via CBU units, imported from Japan, India and ASEAN countries.2024 KTM 790 AdventureKTM to launch its big bikes in IndiaEnthusiasts in India will soon be able to ride some of the 500cc+ KTM bikes. Possibilities include the KTM 790 Duke, 990 Duke, 790 Adventure and 890 Adventure. KTM is likely to open exclusive showrooms for its big bikes. Husqvarna big bikes such as Svartpilen 801 and Norden 901 can also be introduced in India.Hyundai Inster EV FasciaHyundai Inster EV teasedWith entry-level electric cars like Punch EV registering strong sales, Hyundai is looking to target this space. A recent teaser reveals the Hyundai Inster EV that is based on Hyundai Casper. Inster has a range of 355 km, as per WLTP standards. Other details are yet to be revealed.Skoda Kushaq Onyx Automatic FeaturesSkoda launches Kushaq Onyx AutomaticPriced at Rs 13.49 lakh, Onyx 1.0 TSI AT is the most affordable automatic variant of Skoda Kushaq. Earlier, the automatic option was offered with Ambition 1.0 TSI that was priced at Rs 15.84 lakh. Onyx AT is effectively Rs 2.35 lakh cheaper. Along with the automatic gearbox, Onyx trim also comes with paddle shifters.Honda CRF 300 ADV Showcased In IndiaHonda showcases CRF 300 ADVWith the ADV segment gaining popularity in India, Honda has plans to introduce some new products in this space. The ADV bikes spotted recently in India include the Honda Sahara 300, CRF300L and CRF300L Rally. However, there is currently no official confirmation from Honda regarding the launch of these bikes in India.2024 Tata Punch EV crash tested by Bharat NCAPBharat NCAP 5-star rating for Nexon EV, Punch EVSimilar to their ICE counterparts, Nexon EV and Punch EV have received 5-star safety rating in Bharat NCAP crash tests. Both Nexon EV and Punch EV are equipped with a comprehensive range of safety features. Bharat NCAP will be revealing crash test ratings of various other cars in the coming weeks. Nissan Magnite was recently spotted at a testing site.2024 BMW R 1300 GS2024 BMW R 1300 GS launched at Rs 20.95 lakhBMW Motorrad has introduced the new R 1300 GS ADV bike in India. It will take on rivals such as Ducati Multistrada V4 and Honda Africa Twin. Three variants are on offer – Style Triple Black, Style GS Trophy and 719 Tramuntana. The bike comes to India via the CBU route.Future JLR EVs to be built on China’s Chery platformJLR EVs to get Chery Exeed platformFor its upcoming EVs, JLR will be sourcing electric powertrains from China-based Chery Exeed. Most other Western legacy carmakers have been following a similar strategy of sourcing EV platforms from Chinese OEMs. The benefits come in the form of advanced tech, customization options and cost savings.New Fiat Grande Panda Sub 4m SUVFiat Grande Panda sub-4-meter SUV debutsFor international markets, Fiat has unveiled the new Grande Panda SUV. It has a retro-inspired crossover design and will be available with electric and hybrid powertrain options. The platform is borrowed from the Citroen C3/e-C3. More

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      Top 10 Two Wheelers May 2024 – Splendor, Activa, Pulsar, Apache, Shine

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      Hero SplendorComprehensive Analysis of Top Two-Wheeler Sales in India for May 2024 – Hero Splendor and Honda Activa Face Decline in May 2024In May 2024, the Indian two-wheeler market presented a dynamic mix of growth and decline among its leading models, showcasing a 3.53% overall year-on-year increase with total sales hitting 11,41,891 units compared to 11,02,968 units in May 2023.Top 10 Two Wheelers May 2024 – YoY ComparisonLeading the pack was Hero Splendor, which, despite a significant drop of 37,863 units (-11.05%) from the previous year, retained its top position with 3,04,663 units sold, capturing a 26.68% market share. Following closely, Honda Activa demonstrated a healthy 6.39% increase, selling 2,16,352 units and securing an 18.95% share of the market, underscoring its continued dominance in the scooter segment.Top 10 Two Wheelers May 2024Honda Shine emerged as a standout performer, experiencing the highest growth among the top 10 with a 43.74% increase, translating to 1,49,054 units sold and a 13.05% market share, reflecting its rising appeal in the commuter bike category. Meanwhile, Bajaj Pulsar maintained steady sales with a marginal increase of 77 units (0.06%), reaching 1,28,480 units and holding an 11.25% market share. In contrast, Hero HF Deluxe saw a notable decline of 21,957 units (-20.13%), selling 87,143 units and capturing a 7.63% share, indicating a potential shift in consumer preference within the budget segment.TVS Jupiter recorded robust growth, selling 75,838 units, an increase of 31.44%, and achieving a 6.64% market share, reinforcing its position as a popular scooter choice. Similarly, Suzuki Access saw impressive growth with a 41.06% increase, selling 64,812 units and securing a 5.68% market share, further establishing its presence in the scooter market. TVS XL continued to perform well, showing a 12.72% growth with 40,394 units sold and holding a 3.54% market share, maintaining its niche market appeal.Top 10 Two Wheelers May 2024 – YoY ComparisonDespite a 9.65% decline, TVS Apache remained a favoured option in the sports bike segment, selling 37,906 units and capturing a 3.32% market share. Lastly, at No 10, TVS Raider showed decent growth with an 8.16% increase, selling 37,249 units and securing a 3.26% market share, highlighting its growing acceptance among young riders.Top 10 Two Wheelers May 2024 – MoM ComparisonTop 10 Two Wheelers May 2024 – MoM ComparisonTop 10 two wheelers reported a notable decline of 7.72% in overall sales compared to April 2024. Total sales dropped to 11,41,891 units from 12,37,368 units, reflecting a decrease of 95,477 units. Hero Splendor sold 3,04,663 units, down by 16,296 units from April 2024’s 3,20,959 units, marking a 5.08% decrease. Honda Activa saw a significant drop, with sales falling by 43,948 units to 2,16,352 in May from 2,60,300 in April, a decline of 16.88%.Honda Shine, however, showed growth, increasing by 6,303 units to 1,49,054 in May from 1,42,751 in April, a 4.42% rise. Bajaj Pulsar’s sales dropped by 16,329 units to 1,28,480 in May, compared to 1,44,809 in April, an 11.28% decrease. Hero HF Deluxe experienced a decline of 9,905 units, with May sales at 87,143, down from April’s 97,048 units, a 10.21% decrease. TVS Jupiter’s sales slightly fell by 1,248 units to 75,838 in May from 77,086 in April, a 1.62% decrease.Suzuki Access grew by 4.60%, with May sales increasing by 2,852 units to 64,812 from April’s 61,960 units. TVS XL showed a significant increase, rising by 4,557 units to 40,394 in May from 35,837 in April, a 12.72% growth. TVS Apache saw a decline, with sales dropping by 7,614 units to 37,906 in May from 45,520 in April, a 16.73% decrease. TVS Raider experienced the steepest drop, falling by 13,849 units to 37,249 in May from 51,098 in April, a 27.10% decrease. More

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      Yamaha Electric Scooter For India Will Be Unique – RX100 A Big Challenge

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      Image for illustration only.Instead of rapidly expanding its EV portfolio, Yamaha is focused on developing a “good and solid” electric scooter for IndiaWhile Yamaha is yet to launch an electric two-wheeler in India, the company said it is working on something truly unique. Eishin Chihana, Chairman, Yamaha Motor India Group of Companies, talked about various possibilities for the Indian market. Focus is also on positioning India as a major manufacturing hub to support Yamaha’s global business.One or two electric models by 2030Yamaha is not so keen to join the electric two-wheeler race. However, Yamaha teams in Japan and India are working to develop a “unique offering” for the Indian market. Yamaha’s first electric two-wheeler for India will have the brand’s primary USPs such as style, performance and speed. To fulfil its EV goals, Yamaha recently invested in an EV startup named River. The startup develops and sells electric scooters.Yamaha self balancing electric scooter showcased earlier this year – BIMS 2024With Yamaha’s investment, the startup has launched a new entity, River Mobility, in Bengaluru. It will play a key role in Yamaha’s electric journey in India. Chihana said that River has shown excellence in engineering. It will help in creating something really good for the Indian market.Yamaha fans prefer petrolAnother reason why Yamaha is not in a rush to join the EV race is the fact that the majority of its customers prefer petrol motorcycles. Yamaha bikes are primarily targeted at Gen Z that belongs in the 18-25 age group. Chihana said that youngsters are driven by emotion. This aspect will have to be considered for Yamaha’s upcoming electric scooter.[embedded content]Going forward, Yamaha will continue to focus on its ICE portfolio. As per the company’s estimates, ICE two-wheeler sales will be around 70-80% of the overall two-wheeler sales by 2030. Yamaha’s primary customer base will be looking to upgrade to higher capacity ICE motorcycles that can handle long-distance journeys. In comparison, use of electric scooters will be primarily limited to short urban commutes.Increasing production volumes in IndiaYamaha is looking to develop India as a major manufacturing hub. In addition to increasing exports from India, Yamaha has plans to position India as the second pillar (after Indonesia) in the company’s global business. As of 2023, Yamaha India is number fourth in terms of profitability. Yamaha’s primary contributors are the US, Europe and Indonesia. By the end of this decade, Yamaha India ranking is expected to rise in terms of sales volumes and profitability.As part of its upcoming three-year midterm plan (2025-27), Yamaha will step up focus on the electric segment. Also, a larger role will be defined for countries like India. As per the current plan, Yamaha has been focusing on increasing sales of premium bikes to the burgeoning middle class in countries like India, Indonesia and the Philippines. Expansion of the Blue Square retail outlets in India is another priority.Relaunching RX100 a big challengeWhile RX100 has a significant fan following, it will be tough to bring it back in its original 2-stroke, 100cc format. In today’s age of 4-stroke motorcycles, the engine capacity will have to be at least 200cc to match the performance and acceleration of the original RX100. Achieving RX100’s unique exhaust note is another challenge. Chihana said that he is constantly looking for solutions and is keen to revive the iconic RX100.Source More

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      2024 BMW R 1300 GS CBU Launch Price Rs 20.95 Lakh – Deliveries Start This Month

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      2024 BMW R 1300 GSThe new BMW R 1300 GS enters a segment wherein it rivals the Honda Africa Twin and Ducati Multistrada V4BMW Motorrad has launched the new R 1300 GS adventure bike in India. It is offered in three variants of Style Triple Black, Style GS Trophy and 719 Tramuntana and priced from Rs 20.95 lakh (ex-showroom). This is an introductory price and will be subject to change without any notice. BMW R 1300 GS comes in via the CBU (completely built-up unit) route. Bookings have opened and deliveries are set to commence from later this month.BMW R 1300 GS – Key Features and InnovationsBMW R 1300 GS sports a completely new design as compared to its earlier counterpart. Depending on its trim level, it gets various paint options. The base variant is presented in Light White metallic as well as Optional Styles of Triple Black is available in Blackstorm metallic paintwork, GS Trophy offered in a Racing Blue metallic colour scheme while 719 Tramuntana is offered in Aurelius Green metallic colour.2024 BMW R 1300 GSBoasting of a completely new design, the R 1300 GS is more compact and is around 12 kg lighter than the R 1250 GS. It gets a flatter fuel tank design, a more aerodynamic body structure and an upholstered central cover over the aluminum fuel tank. It also boasts of a well designed seat in an endure style while it also gets new LED matrix headlamps integrated with a projector unit for high and low beam. Adjustable windshield, wide set handlebars, a more relaxed riding position and a slim passenger seat are also a part of its makeup. Seat height is at 850mm and designed in a two tone colour scheme.BMW R 1300 GS base trim also gets a Gold coated main frame, cross spoke wheels and a light front body section. The Optional Style Triple Black offers a more rugged stance with a black finished rear frame and luggage carrier. Triple Black also boasts of comfort seats, passenger foot rests and a central stand while it also gets electrically adjustable windshield with cockpit trim and wind deflectors with new cross spoke wheels also finished in black. The GS Trophy sports racing blue metallic finish with red and white tapes for a more sporty appeal. Riding position is higher while cross spoke wheels are finished in gold.2024 BMW R 1300 GSBMW R 1300 GS 719 Tramuntana receives black and gold colour accents on its main and rear frames and across its luggage carrier while the gold colour scheme is extended to handlebars. It gets matching gold colour lining on body parts and the front wheel cover is finished in Aurelius Green metallic that also extends to its aluminum tank and intake silencer.2024 BMW R 1300 GSIt is fitted with a 6.5 inch coloured TFT screen, standard comfort package central locking, keyless ride, heated gripe, smartphone charging space with integrated USB charging socket and a 12V on board power socket. Safety is via active cruise control with integrated distance control, a set riding speed as well as distance from the front vehicle, forward collision warning and brake intervention. There are also lane change warnings on the left and right for a smoother and safer lane change.BMW R 1300 GS Launch – Power and PerformanceBMW R 1300 GS draws its power via a 2 cylinder boxer engine. This larger and most powerful BMW boxer 1300cc engine offers 145 hp power at 7,750 rpm and 149 Nm torque at 6,500 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox, located under the engine. It gets bi-directional quickshifter and BMW Shift Cam technology for varying valve timing and valve stroke. The engine is capable of acceleration from 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 225 km/h.2024 BMW R 1300 GSIt also comes in with standard Dynamic Suspension Adjustment (DSA), Shift Assistant Pro, Riding Modes Pro, sport brake as a part of the Dynamic Package and gets riding modes of Dynamic, Dynamic Pro and Enduro Pro along with Rain and Road riding modes. The BMW R 1300 GS competes against the Ducati Multistrada V4 and Harley Davidson Pan America 1250 while it also takes on the Triumph Tiger 1200 GT Pro.BMW R 1300 GS comes with a standard warranty of 3 years, unlimited km and 24×7 roadside assistance. More