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      Hero Sales, Exports Oct 2020 – Splendor, Passion, Pleasure, Destini, Maestro

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      New Hero Splendor
      Hero MotoCorp sold a total of 7,91,137 two-wheelers in the domestic market and 15,711 two-wheelers in overseas markets in October 2020

      Hero MotoCorp continues to register good sales volumes in both domestic and overseas markets. This can be established by the recent sales figures shared by the company for the month of October 2020. The world’s largest two-wheelers manufacturer is currently having a ball at the market.
      Domestic Market- Splendor Leads the Way
      In the domestic market, Hero has sold a total of 7,91,137 two-wheelers last month which makes a YoY growth of 34.78 percent and an MoM growth of 13.46 percent. Last year, Hero sold 5,86,988 units during the same period whereas the company recorded sales of 6,97,293 units in September this year.
      The success can be largely attributed to Splendor as usual. Hero Motocorp sold 3,15,798 units of the entry-level bike which was a 19.56 percent YoY growth and a 12.68 percent MoM growth. The company retailed 2,64,137 units and 2,80,250 units in October 2019 and September 2020 respectively. This was followed by another entry-level motorcycle HF Deluxe which recorded 2,33,061 units retailed in October this year.
      Hero registered a 25.67 percent YoY growth and a 7.80 percent MoM growth for the 100cc motorcycle. This was as a result of 1,85,798 units registered in October 2019 and 2,16,201 units registered in September 2020. Splendor and HF Deluxe are also the only two products to record a 6-digit sales figure.
      Hero Domestic Sales Oct 2020 vs Oct 2019 (YoY) vs Sep 2020 (MoM)
      Next to follow are Glamour and Passion at the third and fourth position respectively. While the former has registered sales of 78,439 units, the latter registered 75,50 units Glamour recorded a massive YoY growth of 91.80 percent and an MoM growth of 12.90 percent. On the other hand, Passion recorded a YoY growth of 64.47 percent and an MoM growth 19.34 percent.
      The bikes were followed by the company’s range of scooters namely- Destini 125, Pleasure and Maestro in the fifth, sixth and seventh positions respectively. All three scooters recorded respective sales of 26,714 units; 23,392 units; and 23,340 units in October this year. While Destini recorded the maximum 157.58 percent of YoY growth, Maestro registered the highest 65.66 percent MoM growth.
      Hero Exports Oct 2020 vs Oct 2019 (YoY) vs Sep 2020 (MoM)
      Exports- Splendor Leads Here As Well
      When it comes to exports, Splendor again took the lead as 5,291 units of the bike were shipped overseas. This led to a massive 204.43 percent YoY growth and 38.07 percent MoM growth. This was followed by HF Deluxe and Achiever (discontinued in India) with sales figures of 2,515 units and 2,489 units respectively. Their respective YoY growths were 31.81 percent and a huge 504.13 percent.
      In total Hero MotoCorp shipped out 15,711 two-wheelers in October this year. The company sold 12,260 two-wheelers last year during the same period whereas it sold 11,665 units in September this year. This resulted in YoY growth of 28.15 percent and a MoM growth of 34.68 percent. More

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      2021 Honda Rebel 1100 Cruiser Debuts – Gets DCT Automatic Gearbox

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      2021 Honda Rebel 1100
      2021 Honda Rebel 1100 Cruiser is one of the few bikes around to be offered with a DCT automatic gearbox

      After intense speculation and rumours, Honda has finally unveiled its flagship cruiser Rebel 1100. Several design renderings have been previously doing rounds on the internet. The cruiser motorcycle has been designed and conceptualised in line with Honda’s new “Relax and Excite” design theme.
      Honda claims that the latest iteration of the premium cruiser is an easy-to-ride motorcycle and will cater to a wide range of audiences. It will be offered in two variants- Rebel 1100 and Rebel 1100 DCT. The cruiser shares its underpinnings and powertrain with Honda Africa Twin.

      Powertrain & Transmission
      It draws its power from a 1084cc Unicam parallel-twin engine (with PGM-Fi) which has a 270° phased crankshaft and uneven firing interval sourced from CRF1100L. This makes for a strong low-end performance.
      It puts out 87 PS of power at 7000rpm and 98Nm of torque at 4750rpm. This is less than the output received at the adventure motorcycle which produces 102 PS of power and 105 Nm of torque. Transmission duties are handled either by a six-speed manual or a DCT automatic gearbox.
      Specs
      Honda Rebel 1100
      Engine
      1084cc liquid-cooled, parallel twin
      Power
      87 PS @ 7000 rpm
      Torque
      98 Nm @ 4750 rpm
      Transmission
      6 MT / 6 DCT
      Front Suspension
      43mm fork; 4.8 inches of travel
      Rear Suspension
      single shock; 3.7 inches of travel
      Front Tyre
      130/70-18
      Rear Tyre
      180/65-16
      Front Brake
      30mm discs
      Rear Brake
      256mm disc
      Wheelbase
      59.8 inches / 1519 mm
      Seat Ht
      27.5 inches / 700
      Kerb Wt
      487 pounds / 220 kgs
      Fuel Tank
      3.6 gallons / 13.62 liters
      Hardware
      Coming to its dynamics, the bike sits on a tubular steel frame which is assisted by 43mm conventional telescopic forks at front and twin Showa shocks with piggyback reservoirs. It rides on 18-inch front and 16-inch rear wheels which derive their stopping power from twin 330mm discs with a four-piston caliper and a single 256mm disc respectively. These are assisted by a dual-channel ABS. Saddle height is extremely low at 700mm and it tips the weighing scales at 220 kg (kerb weight).
      Design & Features on offer
      In terms of styling, it draws inspiration from other members of the Rebel family and influence of a Bobber design is clearly visible on the bike. When it comes to features, it gets an all-LED lighting setup and a single-pod LCD digital instrument display.

      It also receives a bunch of electronic aids such as multiple riding modes (Rain, Sport & User) with a ride-by-wire technology, Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC), Cruise Control, 3-level Traction Control and Wheelie Control. Honda has also provided a USC charging slot in the small storage compartment underneath the seat.
      Prices of the new Rebel 1100 have been revealed and have been pegged at USD 9,299 (INR 6.87 lakh) which undercuts Harley-Davidson Iron 1200 and the Forty-Eight by USD 800 (Rs 59,000) and USD 2,000 (Rs 1.48 lakh) respectively in international markets.
      Honda is also offering a number of optional accessories such as a batwing fairing, soft saddlebags with rack and quilted saddles in black and tan. It is yet to be seen whether Honda brings this high-end cruiser to India or not. As of now, there has been no word from Honda whether it will bring any member of the Rebel series in future. More

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      Royal Enfield Classic 350 New Colours – Orange Ember, Metallo Silver Launched

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      Royal Enfield Classic 350 New Colours
      Royal Enfield motorcycles and the ease and convenience of custom-made two-wheelers

      Royal Enfield motorcycles have an unprecedented fan following that hasn’t ebbed over time. If anything, curiosity around new motorcycles and old are a tell tale sign of the level of interest Royal Enfield generates time and again. In fact, Royal Enfield is already busy trying to make the ensuing decade a strong one.
      One of its core strategies will be a number of new launches for its domestic market where sales is strongest, and launches for international markets as the manufacturer is keen on gaining market share as a global mid segment bike manufacturer. The mid segment ranges from 250cc to 750 cc, and Royal Enfield already has a strong presence here. In recent times, the segment is getting a slight push from 350cc cruisers, which is turn will help build the segment, a space where Royal Enfield continues to dominate, and has for the longest time been a lone wolf in the market.
      Royal Enfield Make It Yours platform
      The current quarter saw Royal Enfield Meteor being launched in the 350cc segment, again a strong suit for the manufacturer. In increasing its overall appeal, Royal Enfield has never shied away from the availability of colours and accessories. The approach works well as buyers are keen to customise bikes as per personal choice.
      This is further helped by Royal Enfield Make It Yours platform. The initiative lets one personalise the bike right from the word go. Such flexibility and wide range availability means takin the bike home from the dealership is a one time job rather than incorporate a personal touch as and when something becomes available.

      MiY helps build custom-made motorcycles as per consumer specs in 24 to 48 hours at the Chennai plant. Royal Enfield will ensure MiY is available for all its bikes at all dealerships over time. For new motorcycles, the option will be available from the beginning itself.
      Royal Enfield Classic 350 MiY
      When introduced in October 2020, the app-based, 3D Configurator was introduced to combine colours, trims, graphics, and accessories at the time of booking. At the time, the config choice was limited to its 650 Twin Motorcycles – the Interceptor 650, and Continental GT 650. Accessory warranty stands for two-years.
      Now, Royal Enfield Classic 350 can be gotten in a new Orange Ember shade, as also a Metallo Silver colour option. Bookings for the same open this week.
      Available at a price of Rs. 1,83,164 (ex-showroom, Delhi), the new offerings are part of Royal Enfield Make It Yours – MiY – initiative. As announced earlier, it’ll only be a matter of time until the initiative is available for the entire RE lineup right at the time of booking. More

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      Suzuki Two Wheelers Sales, Exports Oct 2020 – Access, Burgman, Gixxer, Intruder

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      Image – Sinha Suzuki
      Suzuki two wheeler domestic sales were at 67,225 units while exports stood at 9,640 units in October 2020

      The two wheeler segment in India has noted strong sales in the past month as the country emerged out of the slowdown followed by the outbreak of coronavirus pandemic. Not only were domestic sales substantially higher but exports also increased on an equal footing. Oct 2020 sales were the highest ever by Suzuki India.
      In the domestic sales, Suzuki India registered over 67.2k sales in Oct 2020 – growing by over 1.59%. Majority of the domestic sales were thanks to their Access scooter, which registered sales of over 52.4k. Followed by Burgman scooter at 10.6k sales. This was followed by Gixxer 155 sales at over 3.2k. YoY domestic sales have grown by 1.59% while MoM have registered a growth of 3.11%.
      Suzuki Two Wheeler Sales Oct 2020 vs Oct 2019 (YoY) vs Sep 2020 (MoM)
      Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd (SMIPL) has revealed their export figures for October 2020. It may be seen from the attached table that both their YoY exports and MoM exports increased substantially. The Suzuki Gixxer, Gixxer 250 and Burgman were the three products to scale past the 1000 unit mark with the Gixxer being the most in demand in global markets.
      Total exports of the company stood at 9,640 units. This was a 14.83 percent YoY increase as against 8,395 units exported in October 2019 and a 49.09 percent MoM increase over 6,466 units sold in Sept 20. In the past month, the company also introduced the new Access 125 and Burgman Street scooters with Bluetooth and new colors for the Gixxer range.
      Suzuki Two Wheeler Exports Oct 2020 vs Oct 2019 (YoY) vs Sep 2020 (MoM)
      Suzuki Gixxer Leads Exports
      Talking about the most preferred model in export markets, the Suzuki Gixxer suffered a 12.27 percent de-growth in terms of YoY exports. However, it still commanded the charts with 4,711 units exported in the past month. MoM exports faired better with a 39.67 percent increase as against 3,373 units exported in Sept 20.
      The Gixxer currently commands a market share of 48.87 percent lowered from the 52.17 percent market share it commanded in Sept 20. Exports of the Gixxer 250 increased significantly by 3,719.05 percent to 1,604 units in the past month, up from 42 units exported in October 19. Market share of the Gixxer 250 also dipped to 16.64 percent in October 2020 down from 19.05 percent share it held in Sept 20.
      Exports of the Burgman also increased by 75.54 percent to 1,536 units in the past month, up from 875 units exported in October 19 while MoM shipments also improved by 21.62 percent as against 1,263 units exported in Sept 19.
      The Suzuki Hayate was at No.4 on export charts with 960 units exported in October 2020, down 39.70 percent as against 1,592 units exported in the same month of the previous year. However, MoM exports surged 1,233.33 percent as against 72 units exported in Sept 20. Market share of the Suzuki Hayate has increased substantially MoM from 1.11 percent market share held in Sept 20 to 9.96 percent in October 2020.
      Suzuki Access, Lets and Intruder
      Lower down the order were the Suzuki Access 125, Lets scooter and Intruder. Lets and Intruder 150 BS6 cruiser showed a YoY degrowth of 32.05 percent and 26.39 percent respectively while the Access scooter noted a 751.67 percent increase to 511 units, up from 60 units exported in October 2019. MoM exports of this scooter increased 25,450 percent as against just 2 units exported in Sept 20. More

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      Royal Enfield Meteor 350 First Service Cost vs Honda CB350

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      Image – Techno Rahil
      First service details of Royal Enfield Meteor 350 are out and it is one more thing for RE fanboys to cheer about

      Royal Enfield recently launched ints Meteor 350 and the cruiser seems to have lived up to everybody’s expectation. Such has been its craze as per our last update within the first ten days, the Chennai-based bikemaker has received over 8000 bookings for the new generation cruiser.
      Since its launch, there have been lots of content available online which have been dissecting Meteor 350’s every attribute against Honda H’Ness CB350 which is also relatively new in the market. Another major aspect of both the bikes which needs to be scrutinised are the service costs of the two retro bikes.
      We have already discussed H’Ness CB350’s first service cost details in our previous report. Now, we have details of the first service of Royal Enfield Meteor 350 which might give us an insight which motorcycle is easier and less expensive to maintain and repair. In a video uploaded by Abhinav Bhatt on YouTube, he discusses each and every little detail of all the procedures and costs incurred at Meteor’s first servicing.
      Meteor 350 Service Schedules
      Royal Enfield had earlier claimed that Meteor 350 will be much easier and cheaper to maintain as compared to the older generation bikes. The service schedule of Meteor is similar to that of Interceptor 650. The first service is scheduled at 500 km or 6 months whoever comes earlier. The second and third services are scheduled at 5000 km or 6 months and at 10000 km or next 6 months respectively whichever comes earlier.
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      Procedures Involved
      In its first service, Royal Enfield replaces the engine oil. The company also recommends the owner to get his/her tappings adjusted. However, due to shortage of time, the vlogger in this video chooses to skip it.
      The second service is just a normal check-up where the engine-oil is refilled in case it has been burnt up. The third one is a full service where the air filter and engine oil are replaced. Hence the engine oil and air filter are replaced every one year which helps in bringing down the cost.
      One thing to point out is that Royal Enfield only dry washes the motorcycles in Delhi whereas Honda’s Big Wing’s service station does a wet wash. Interestingly, RE did not monitor the tyre pressure in the first service whereas Honda did in the case of CB350. The engine oil used by Royal Enfield is a semi-synthetic one from Liquid Gun made by Total for RE and its grade is 10W50 whereas Honda uses a semi-synthetic engine oil.
      Cost of Services
      Coming to service costs, since this was a free service there was no labour charge involved, however, it does cost you for the change in engine oil, air filter and other replacements. RE offers four such free services for Meteor 350 whereas Honda is offering only three for CB350. The cost of labour in Royal Enfield is Rs 850 while for Honda it is Rs 700.
      The cost of Royal Enfield’s semi-synthetic engine oil for 1.7-litre capacity is Rs 576. The air filter and oil filter cost Rs 150 and Rs 95 respectively. Finally, there is the cost of the lube/cleaning kit which is Rs. 232. The service team also cleans the air filter, spark plug chain and lube the chain also.
      Thus total service cost for Meteor 350 turns out to be Rs 904 excluding the labour charge. This is substantially less than CB350’s first service cost of Rs 1,469 excluding labour. On comparison of the service costs for the first two years, CB350 is much more expensive at Rs 6,607 than Meteor’s Rs 2,424 thanks to an extra free service. Therefore, we can see for ourselves that Meteor 350 is a much cheaper bike to maintain. More

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      Pure EV Etrance Neo Electric Scooter Launch Price Rs 76k – Range 120 kms

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      Pure EV Etrance Neo Electric Scooter
      Etrance Neo will be the fifth product from Pure EV after EPluto 7G, Etrance, Egnite and Etron+

      IIT Hyderabad-incubated startup Pure EV is all geared up to launch its new high-speed electric scooter named Etrance Neo. The e-scooter will be officially launched on December 1 at a starting price of Rs 75,999. The company is claiming better performance with this new model.
      Power & Performance
      It is powered either by a standard 1.5 kW battery pack or a more powerful 2.2 kW Peak BLDC Motor which will draw their power from a 2.5 kW patented battery pack. The company claims a 0-40 kmph flat sprint in 5 seconds and has a claimed single-charge range of 120 km in Eco Mode.
      Pure EV had raised investments in 2019 at a valuation of USD 35 million dollars (or INR 259 crore) and has a manufacturing facility of 70,000 square feet within IIT Hyderabad campus. This facility has a production capacity of 20,000 electric scooters per month alongside a battery production capacity of 10 MWh every month. The electric mobility startup currently has dealers in 100 locations across 20 states in India.
      Speaking on the latest development, Rohit Vadera, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Pure EV Startup said that the new electric scooter has been developed with better aerodynamic features for additional improvements in powertrain efficiency.
      Pure EV Etrance Neo Electric Scooter
      He further adds that the vehicle has faster pickup and longer range and has been developed targeting a younger consumer base. The company also recently launched its products in Nepal with more export markets in foray in the future.
      Etrance Neo comes equipped with in-house technical developments for BTMS (battery thermal management systems) to ensure high performance and long life. The company is looking to sell at least 1 lakh units of the e-scooter in the first year itself. Etrance Neo will be initially available in Hyderabad only and will later be made available in other centres by mid-December 2020.
      Expansion Plans of Pure EV
      Currently, Pure EV has a 10,000 sq. feet R&D facility and in-house battery manufacturing facility at the IIT Hyderabad campus. The company says that it is in process of expanding its manufacturing capacity to a larger facility with an annual production capacity of nearly 2 lakh e-scooter units and 0.5 GWh batteries.
      For this, Pure EV will be shifting to a larger 2 lakh square foot manufacturing plant which it plans to commission in 2021. The company believes that this will help to meet the anticipated growth in the Indian electric vehicle and Lithium battery market. More

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      2021 BMW G310R Launched In Europe – More Expensive Than Before

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      2021 BMW G310R
      The new 2021 BMW G310R gets a host of aesthetic as well as mechanical updates along with a few additional features

      BMW Motorrad has launched the made in India BMW G310R in Europe in its latest avatar. The naked motorcycle is manufactured by TVS Motor Company at its Hosur facility and exported to overseas markets. From the images, it seems that the European model is similar to the India-spec model.
      Most importantly, the new G 310 R complies with the latest Euro 5 emission norms which are set to kick in from 1st January 2021. The latest iteration of the naked roadster was launched in India a couple of months ago at a price of Rs 2.45 lakh (ex-showroom). Apart from an updated engine it also gets revised styling and some additional features.
      In European-spec model has been priced at £4,875 (approximately Rs. 4.8 lakh) making it dearer than its predecessor. On the other hand, in India, prices for the new BMW G310R have reduced by almost Rs 54,000 (£546) from its BS4 model.
      Updated Powertrain
      Starting with its performance, it draws power from an updated 313cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine which pushes out 33.5 bhp at 9500 rpm and a peak torque of 28 Nm at 7,500 rpm. This unit is paired with a six-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch for smooth shifts and precise actuation.

      It can clock a maximum speed of 143 kmph and does a 0-50 kmph sprint in just 2.5 seconds. This engine is now equipped with an electronically-controlled ride-by-wire system which offers better throttle response.
      Refreshed Design
      The 2021 G310R sits on a tubular space frame just like its predecessor and gets a refreshed sport look. It gets a revised muscular fuel tank with shrouds, a stepped-up seat, an upswept exhaust pipe and golden-colored front forks. BMW has added new design elements such as a full-LED headlight, LED turn indicators, and LED brake light for enhanced visibility.

      It rides on orange coloured alloy rims which are equipped with disc brakes on both front and rear ends assisted by dual-channel ABS. suspension duties on the bikes are handled by 41mm USD forks on the front and a mono-shock unit at rear.
      The updated G 310 R comes with a new clutch lever and handbrake lever which are adjustable at four stages. Thanks to these two additions, the bike offers better ergonomics, especially to shorter riders.
      Features on offer
      Dynamics are further improved with the presence of a Titanium Grey painted engine housing, coolant pipe, clutch, rear grab handle and coolant pipe. The electronics package is bolstered by the addition of a dynamic traction control system and automatic stability control. The three new colour options further accentuate the bike’s dynamic appeal. These include limestone metallic, cosmic-black and polar white. More

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      2021 Kawasaki Ninja ZX10R, ZX10RR Launched – To Arrive In India Soon

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      2021 Kawasaki ZX10R
      The new 2021 Ninja ZX10R is the flagship offering from Kawasaki which comes with a host of updates

      Needless to say but Kawasaki Ninja ZX10R is one of the most popular litre-class sports bikes around the world. Now, the Japanese superbike manufacturer has launched the latest iteration of ZX10R and its race-focussed sibling ZX10RR globally. The faired motorcycle was spotted testing on a couple of occasions prior to this.
      The new ZX10R gets a fair share of updates both in terms of mechanical and electronics as well as aesthetics. Images of the updated ZX10R were revealed at the WorldSBK Winter Test in Jerez last week. The latest avatar of the faired sports bike from Team Green also complies with the stringent Euro-5 emission norms.
      2021 Kawasaki ZX10R
      Updated Powertrain
      Getting started with the most crucial aspect- its performance, it still draws its power from a 998cc liquid-cooled in-line four-cylinder DOHC motor and is mated to a six-speed gearbox. Output figures haven’t been officially revealed but are expected to remain around the same mark like its predecessor.
      For reference, the outgoing received output of 203 PS of power and 115 Nm of peak torque. Other than the upgraded emission standards the engine gets a plethora of alterations such as redesigned intake ports and valve train, titanium intake and exhaust valves, Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating on finger-followers and much more.
      2021 Kawasaki ZX10R
      Design & Features
      Coming to its design, Kawasaki says that the new ZX10R features a more aerodynamic design which reduces drag resistance and increases downforce. This is thanks to the revised bodywork and taller windscreen. It features a new set of LED dual headlights and taillight units which are sleeker.
      It also flaunts a new pair of Cowling-mounted mirrors with integrated LED turn signals. The aerodynamic design is further strengthened by slots in the new tail cowl design.

      The chassis of the new ZX10R receives some crucial updates to its geometry by shifting its balance forward. This has led to improved cornering performance and lighter handling. The swingarm pivot has been lowered by 1mm and the swingarm has been made 8mm longer. Suspension duties are handled by Showa Balance Free Fork at front and a gas-charged shock absorber at rear which are also slightly altered for a spirited ride.
      The electronics package on the new ZX10R is an exhaustive list some of which include rider aid suite managed by a Bosch six-axis IMU, Kawasaki Cornering Management Function (KCMF), Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System (KIBS), and much more. It gets a new multifunctional 4.3-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity via Bluetooth and Rideology App.

      Other inclusion of the electronic equipment comprises a five traction control modes, cornering ABS, launch control, three power modes and engine-braking control. It also receives an electronic Öhlins steering damper and a quick-shifter as standard.
      Variants & Price
      The 2021 Kawasaki ZX10R will be offered in two variants- ABS and non-ABS. It comes in two colour options- Metallic Spark Black/Metallic Matte Carbon Gray and the KRT Edition in Lime Green/Ebony/Pearl Blizzard White. The ZX10RR, however, is only offered in Lime Green.
      In the USA, the bike will be offered at a price of USD 16,999 which translates to INR 12.17 lakh. If and when it comes to India it will be a lot higher than this. For reference, the outgoing Ninja ZX 10R is currently priced at INR 13.99 lakh (ex-showroom). More