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      TVS iQube ST Top Variant Delivery Starts – Rs 10K Loyalty Discount

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      New TVS iQube. Image – JAY CHOUDHARYTVS is offering a Rs. 10,000 loyalty discount to customers who had booked their iQube ST before 15th July 2022, when it was announcedAfter a couple of years, since it was first announced, TVS has finally launched the iQube in its top-spec ST trim level. Not just that. TVS has upped the battery size on it and is now claiming more range than any iQube scooter ever did. iQube ST deliveries have commenced now in Maharashtra.Delivery Of TVS iQube ST Top Variant CommencedTVS Motor is following a phase-wise manner with the iQube ST launch. Recently, the company launched iQube ST in the state of Maharashtra and owners can avail deliveries across the state, depending on the availability of dealerships. The launch of top-spec iQube ST 5.1 marked a major milestone in the Indian electric scooter segment.New TVS iQubeThat’s because TVS iQube ST 5.1 has India’s largest battery ever graced on any mainstream electric scooter in India. As the name suggests, it has a 5.1 kWh battery, which is larger than Simple One’s 5 kWh (combined). The top-spec iQube ST also has a variant equipped with a smaller 3.4 kWh battery.Where pricing is concerned, TVS iQube ST trim starts from Rs. 1.56 lakh (Ex-sh, Effective) for the smaller 3.4 kWh battery pack variant and Rs. 1.86 lakh (Ex-sh, Effective) for the 5.1 kWh battery variant. Both prices quoted are effective Ex-sh prices and are inclusive of subsidies.2024 TVS iQube RangeTVS had announced iQube ST alongside standard iQube and iQube S trims back in 2022. Only, the top-spec ST trim took around two years to launch, owing to a combination of multiple subsidy revisions and other paraphernalia. So, for all customers who had booked their iQube ST before July 15th 2022, TVS is offering a Rs. 10,000 loyalty discount.New TVS iQubeIt has to be noted that only TVS iQube ST gets a 7-inch touchscreen instrument screen (dashboard) and 118 connected features. Standard iQube and iQube S miss out on touchscreen functionality. However, TVS has generously offered Bluetooth connectivity features including turn-by-turn navigation on both lower trims.Biggest battery in any mainstream Indian electric scooterTVS iQube is among the best and most celebrated family electric scooters in India. It has been a fantastic practical scooter with a no-nonsense approach. With the launch of top-spec ST trim, TVS has pushed the envelope of battery capacity on electric scooters.At 5.1 kWh in capacity, it boasts a lot of juice and TVS promises a real-world range of 150 km on a single charge. It is 100 km on a single charge for the 3.4 kWh variant. Top speed is capped at 82 km/h on the 5.1 kWh variant. Other notable attributes of TVS iQube ST are a 950W charger along with 32L of under-seat storage capacity. More

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      KTM Sales Breakup April 2024 – Duke, RC, 125, 200, 250, 390 ADV

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      New Ktm Duke 200. Image – Throttle 98The recent launch of 2024 KTM 200 Duke and 250 Duke could offer a significant boost to sales in the month aheadKTM India, a high-performance motorcycle manufacturer of street-fighters and adventure bikes, has revealed sales results for April 2024. The company has seen a significant decline in domestic sales both in terms of YoY and MoM while exports also fell YoY but made up on a MoM basis. It was the KTM 200 series that has found favour both in domestic and export markets, attracting the attention of entry-level riders.KTM Domestic Sales April 2024KTM domestic sales dipped 3.03% YoY and 4.50% MoM to 4,924 units in April 2024. There had been 5,078 units sold in April 2023 while in March 2024 sales had stood at 5,156 units. It was the KTM Duke 200 and RC 200 range that saw the highest sales in domestic markets at 2,983 units, an 11.60% YoY growth from 2,673 units sold in the same month last year. It was however, a 1.32% MoM decline to command a 60.58% share of total units sold.KTM Domestic Sales April 2024KTM 250 and 390 both have seen sales decline YoY and MoM while the KTM 125 has been well received showing off 195 unit sales last month with a 19.63% YoY and 2.09% MoM improvement in sales.KTM Exports April 2024Exports of KTM dipped 9.65% YoY but grew on a MoM basis by 9.53% to 6,009 units from 5,486 units shipped in March 2024. It was the Duke 390, RC 390 and ADV 390 that captured the attention of international buyers and grabbed a lion’s share with 2,468 units exported last month to command a 41.07% share in this export list even as YoY and MoM sales fell significantly.KTM Exports April 2024It was the KTM 200 series that came in next with a triple digit MoM improvement in exports by 104.78% to 1,757 units. The company’s 125cc range continues to command high volumes in global markets with a 389% YoY growth to 978 units in April 2024 from just 200 units shipped in April 2023 while MoM sales grew by 57.74% over 620 units exported in March 2024. Posting a YoY growth of 49.54% was the KTM 250 range (250 Adventure and 250 Duke) with 806 units exported in the past month while its MoM exports dipped by 20.51%.KTM Total (Domestic + Exports) April 2024KTM Total Sales April 2024Total sales (domestic + exports) of KTM suffered a setback on a YoY basis by 6.79% but improved MoM by 2.73% to 10,993 units. There had been 11,729 units and 10,642 units sold in April 2023 and March 2024 respectively.It was the KTM 200 that commanded the most attention with total sales of 4,740 units, a MoM growth of 22.13% over 3,881 units sold in March 2024. KTM 390 (3,101 units) and 250 (1,919 units) range saw total sales in the red but the KTM 125cc has seen outstanding total sales growth of 223.14% YoY to 1,173 units in April 2024 from 363 units sold in April 2023 while MoM sales improved by 44.64% over 811 units sold in March 2024.Recent UpdatesThe 2024 KTM 200 Duke and 250 Duke have just been introduced and both receive new colour schemes and KTM’s ‘Ready To Race’ decals while they continue to draw power via the same engines. Recently, the company took out the new KTM 390 Enduro and 390 Adventure on test rounds showing off their off-roading prowess and several feature updates ahead of launch in India. The KTM 390 also made it to a No. 12 position on the list of 350-450cc motorcycle sales in April 2024. More

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      Hero Sales Breakup April 2024 – Splendor, Passion, Destini, Xtreme, Pleasure, Vida

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      New Hero Vida EVHero MotoCorp sold 5,12,124 units of motorcycles and scooters in domestic markets in April 2024 relating to an impressive YoY and MoM growthHero MotoCorp has recorded good sales in April 2024 with a total of 5,12,124 units sold in the said month. These sales marked a 32.62% YoY growth over 3,86,173 units sold in April 2023. It was also a MoM improvement of 11.96% when compared to 4,57,411 units sold in March 2024.Hero MotoCorp YoY Sales April 2024With a YoY growth at 32.62%, the company has seen the Splendor at the top of sales charts last month. Hero Splendor was once again also the best-selling two wheeler in the country, above the Honda Activa and Bajaj Pulsar. Sales of Splendor grew by 21.01% YoY to 3,20,959 units up from 2,65,225 units sold in April 2023 to command a 62.67% share.Top 10 Hero 2Ws April 2024The HF Deluxe followed at No. 2 with 97,048 units sold in the past month and a 23.31% YoY growth. It was Hero Passion that commanded a No. 3 spot with 25,751 unit sales and a triple digit improvement at 611.35% over just 3,620 units sold in April 2023. Hero Glamour (18,747 units) and Destini 125 (12,596 units) each posted improved sales while the Xtreme 125R, launched in January 2024, saw a total of 12,532 units sold last month. Hero Destini also found mention on the list of top 10 scooter sales last month.Hero Pleasure scooter also saw a 102.88% YoY improvement in sales to 11,820 units while Xoom sales dipped by 63.07% to 4,409 units from 11,938 units sold in April 2023. Hero Vida, its electric two wheeler offering has seen a 700% YoY growth in sales to 2,880 units.Hero MotoCorp Sales Breakup April 2024 – YoY ComparisonIt was the Xpulse 200 (1,932 units) and Xtreme 160/200 (1,447 units) that have also recorded triple digit growth in sales while the relatively new Mavrick 440 and Karizma 210 also added 1,049 units and 947 units respectively to total domestic sales last month. The Hero Mavrick also found mention on the list of 350cc to 450cc motorcycle sales in April 2024. The list was trailed by the Maestro with just 7 units sold, a 99.43% YoY decline.Hero MotoCorp Sales Breakup April 2024 – MoM ComparisonHero MotoCorp MoM Domestic Sales April 2024With an 11.96% MoM growth, Hero MotoCorp saw most of its portfolio show off outstanding growth. The Splendor experienced a 12.17% MoM growth while HF Deluxe sales were up 15.61% from 83,947 units sold in March 2024. Sales also improved for the Passion and Glamour by 14.49% and 10.11% respectively.Destini sales dipped 10.94% from 14,143 units sold in March 2024 to 12,596 units in the past month. Higher demand was seen for the Pleasure, Xoom, Vida and Xpulse 200 with the latter sales growing nearly 2 fold to 1,932 units in the past month from 986 units sold in March 2024. Hero Xtreme 160/200 sales dipped 50.73% and even as Mavrick 440 sales improved by 84.68% MoM, the company’s two models Karizma 210 and Maestro suffered a hefty setback by 49.47% and 97.12% respectively. More

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      150cc To 200cc Motorcycle Sales Apr 2024 – Pulsar, Apache, R15, MT15, Unicorn, Xpulse

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      New Bajaj Pulsar 150. Image – Chassis No 9Pulsar and Apache range of motorcycles own this segment with over 53% market share between them in April 2024The motorcycle market in India witnessed a significant boost in April 2024, particularly in the 150cc to 200cc segment. This category saw an impressive year-on-year growth of 54.48%, with total sales reaching 1,81,106 units compared to 1,17,233 units in April 2023. This surge underscores the growing popularity of mid-range motorcycles among Indian consumers.150cc To 200cc Motorcycle Sales Apr 2024 – YoY ComparisonBajaj Pulsar led the segment, selling 50,739 units in April 2024, a 39.71% increase from the 36,318 units sold in April 2023. This performance secured a 28.02% market share, making it the most popular choice among consumers. Following closely was TVS Apache, with 45,520 units sold, marking a 19.32% growth from the previous year’s 38,148 units. The Apache series captured a 25.13% market share, solidifying its position as a strong contender in this segment.Top 10 150cc To 200cc Motorcycle Sales Apr 2024Honda’s re-entry into this segment was notable with the Unicorn and SP 160 models. The Honda Unicorn sold 25,889 units, capturing a 14.29% market share, while the Honda SP 160 sold 8,260 units, accounting for 4.56% of the market. These new entrants significantly contributed to the overall market growth.Yamaha’s performance was a mixed bag. The Yamaha MT 15 saw an extraordinary growth of 198.93%, with sales rising from 4,469 units in April 2023 to 13,359 units in April 2024. Conversely, the Yamaha FZ experienced a decline, with sales dropping by 34.17%, from 20,931 units to 13,778 units. The Yamaha R15 also saw a slight decrease of 1.31%, selling 11,146 units compared to 11,294 units the previous year.150cc To 200cc Motorcycle Sales Apr 2024 – YoY ComparisonHero XPULSE 200 emerged as the fastest-growing model, with a remarkable 235.42% increase in sales, rising from 576 units in April 2023 to 1,932 units in April 2024. This growth highlights the rising interest in adventure motorcycles among Indian riders. KTM 200 saw an 11.60% growth, selling 2,983 units in April 2024. Honda HORNET 2.0 contributed 2,374 units, entering the market with a notable presence. Hero Xtreme 160R/200 grew by 131.15%, with 1,447 units sold, indicating strong consumer interest.150cc To 200cc Motorcycle Sales Apr 2024 – MoM ComparisonSuzuki GIXXER sales increased by 176.57%, reaching 1,405 units, reflecting a significant uptick in demand. Honda CB200X entered the market with 632 units sold, adding to Honda’s diverse lineup. Kawasaki W175 saw a modest growth of 10.49%, selling 158 units, maintaining a niche yet consistent presence in the market. Despite the overall positive trend, Bajaj Avenger saw a decline of 4.07%, with sales dropping from 1,547 units in April 2023 to 1,484 units in April 2024. This decline indicates a shifting preference among consumers within the cruiser segment.150cc To 200cc Motorcycle Sales Apr 2024 – MoM ComparisonMarch 2024 sales registered by this segment of motorcycles was at about 1.5 lakh, indicating a 21% growth MoM for April 2024. Bajaj Pulsar sales were up by 16.61% from 43,512 units in March 2024. TVS Apache also saw significant growth, with sales rising by 32.96% from 34,237 units in March 2024 to 45,520 units in April 2024, capturing a 25.13% market share.Honda Unicorn experienced a substantial increase of 34.69%, with sales jumping from 19,221 units in March 2024 to 25,889 units in April 2024. Honda SP 160 demonstrated the highest growth rate in this segment, soaring by 71.55% from 4,815 units in March 2024 to 8,260 units in April 2024. Yamaha MT 15 and Yamaha R15 both saw positive growth MoM. However, the Yamaha FZ faced a decline of 14.71%, with sales decreasing from 16,154 units in March 2024 to 13,778 units in April 2024.Hero XPULSE 200 saw an impressive growth of 95.94%, with sales increasing from 986 units in March 2024 to 1,932 units in April 2024. The Hero Xtreme 160R/200, however, experienced a significant drop of 50.73%, with sales falling from 2,937 units in March 2024 to 1,447 units in April 2024. Suzuki GIXXER showed a modest increase of 3.01%, with sales rising slightly from 1,364 units in March 2024 to 1,405 units in April 2024.KTM 200 saw a slight decline of 1.32%, with sales dropping from 3,023 units in March 2024 to 2,983 units in April 2024. Honda HORNET 2.0 showed a significant increase of 118.20%, with sales rising from 1,088 units in March 2024 to 2,374 units in April 2024. Bajaj Avenger sales grew by 20.26%, from 1,234 units in March 2024 to 1,484 units in April 2024. Honda CB200X demonstrated strong growth, with sales increasing by 81.09% from 349 units in March 2024 to 632 units in April 2024. Kawasaki W175 sales increased by 79.55%, from 88 units in March 2024 to 158 units in April 2024. More

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      Electric 2W Sales Apr 2024 YoY vs MoM – Ola, TVS, Bajaj, Ather, Hero, Revolt, Kinetic

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      Ola Electric ScooterThe recent reduction in subsidies followed by price hikes has resulted in lower electric two wheeler sales in April 2024 in comparison to those sold in March 2024Electric  two wheeler sales took a dive in April 2024. It may be recalled that FAME-II subsidies came to an end on 31st March 2024 making way for Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme 2024 (EMPS 2024), which offers less benefits to the end buyer. This resulted in a hike in electric two wheeler prices causing a downward spiral in terms of sales.Electric 2W Retail April 2024 YoYIn April 2024, electric  two wheeler sales dipped by as much as 2.65% on a YoY basis to 65,111 units from 66,873 units. However, in terms of MoM sales, numbers fell by an astronomical 53.34% over 1,39,531 units sold in March 2024. Ola Electric topped the sales charts with 33,963 units sold in the month of April 2024. This was a 53.90% YoY growth from 22,068 units sold in April 2023 while sales fell by 36.30% over 53,320 units sold in March 2024.Top 10 Electric Two Wheeler Brands In April 2024TVS Motor, with a sole offering of the iQube in this segment, has seen lower sales in the past month. Sales dipped 12.37% YoY and 71.04% MoM to 7,675 units. Sales in March 2024 had crossed the 20,000 unit mark with 26,501 units sold resulting in a steep decline. The new ST variant of the iQube, recently launched could pull in added sales thanks to a host of feature updates among which are a 7 inch touchscreen, the biggest battery pick in its segment and a range of 150 kms on single charge.Bajaj Auto electric two wheeler sales followed close behind TVS Motor at 7,529 units. However, the company has experienced a massive YoY growth of 83.95% from just 4,093 units sold in April 2023. Sales dipped MoM by 58.19% as against 18,008 unit sold in March 2024. The company is planning a more affordable variant of the Chetak electric scooter which has been recently showcased to dealerships. Once launched, this new Bajaj Chetak variant might cost in the sub-Rs. 1 lakh range (ex-showroom).Electric Two Wheeler Sales April 2024 – YoY ComparisonYoY and MoM decline in sales was reported by Ather Energy with 4,062 units sold in the past month. However, Greaves Electric has seen its sales improved massively by 355.72% YoY from 551 units sold in April 2023 to 2,511 units in April 2024, though MoM sales fell by 16.52%. Also recording retail sales above the 1,000 unit mark was Wardwizard with 1,205 units sold last month, a 308.47% YoY and 10.25% MoM growth.Electric Two Wheeler Sales April 2024 – MoM ComparisonElectric 2W Retail Sales – Sub 1,000 unitsThere were several electric two wheeler OEMs in this segment, unable to surpass the 1,000 unit mark in terms of sales. Hero MotoCorp sales improved 553.10% YoY to 947 units but also saw a fall of 76.69% on a MoM basis from an astounding 4,062 units sold in March 2024.The list also included Shema (819 units) and Revolt (743 units), both of which have seen significant MoM growth while Revolt sales also improved on a YoY basis. BGauss (711 units), Okinawa (592 units) and Kinetic Green (422 units) saw sales dip YoY and MoM while Quantum EV sales improved by 491.67% YoY and 15.14% MoM to 426 units. Okaya sales also fell to 372 units while there were other automakers in this segment that have reported notably lower sales in the past month down to 3,114 units. More

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      350cc To 450cc Motorcycle Sales April 2024 – RE, Triumph, Honda, Harley, Hero, KTM, Bajaj

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      350cc to 450cc Motorcycle Sales April 2024Royal Enfield’s 350cc range along with the Himalayan held top 5 positions on this list with a combined 86% market shareFollowing our earlier reports on top 10 motorcycle sales and motorcycles in the 500+cc segment, we now analyze sales in the even more popular 350-450cc range. Royal Enfield continues its domination in this segment as well with 5 of its models in the top 5 positions, amassing an 85% market share.350-450cc Motorcycle Sales April 2024Total sales of motorcycles in this segment stood at 83,828 units, a 15.06% YoY growth from 72,856 units sold in April 2023. The segment has also posted a MoM growth of 10.84% over 75,629 units sold in March 2024.350cc To 450cc Motorcycle Sales April 2024 – YoY AnalysisRoyal Enfield continued to control this segment with the Classic 350 in the lead. Classic 350cc sales improved by 10.06% YoY to 29,476 units in April 2024 from 26,781 units sold in April 2023. It was also a MoM growth of 15.56% over 25,508 units sold in March 2024. The Classic 350 currently commands a 35.16% share in this segment and is highly regarded for its value for money and cruiser styling.YoY and MoM growth was also seen in the case of RE Hunter 350, another very popular model in the company lineup. Its sales improved by 19.31% YoY and 3.08% MoM to 16,186 units to command a 19.31% share. It was followed by the Bullet 350 which has also seen sales grow to 13,165 units in April 2024.350cc To 450cc Motorcycle Sales April 2024 – MoM AnalysisAlso bringing in bounteous sales was the RE Meteor 350 with 10,132 units sold last month. This cruiser bike saw a 12.09% YoY and 13.04% MoM improvement in sales. It was the RE Himalayan 450cc that saw a 17.15% YoY degrowth to 2,917 units, down from 3,521 units sold in April 2023. Its MoM sales however, improved by 31.63% from 2,216 units sold in March 2024. Royal Enfield is planning several new offerings, some of which will be in this 350-450cc segment while others are more powerful models.Jawa Yezdi brands accounted for retail sales of 2,778 units in the past month relating to a significant YoY and MoM growth. The Triumph 400 followed with 2,224 units sold last month, showing off an 8.91% MoM growth from 2,042 units sold in March 2024. There is an updated Triumph 400 set for launch later this year in a bid to take on RE 350cc rivals.Honda H’Ness 350 and CB 350 followed in quick succession with 1,826 units and 1,441 units sold respectively. The list also included the Harley X440 with 1,153 units and Hero Mavrick of which 1,049 units were sold in April 2024.Motorcycles with Sub 1000 Units SalesLower down the sale list and unable to surpass sales above the 1000 unit mark was the KTM 390 which saw only 633 units sold last month relating to a YoY and MoM decline in demand. Bajaj Dominar 400 also saw lower YoY sales to 484 units while MoM sales grew but marginally. There was also the Aprilia RS 457 (231 units), Husqvarna 401 (120 units), Kawasaki ZX-4R (12 units) and Kawasaki Eliminator 400 (1 unit) of which the Aprilia RS457 showed off the highest MoM growth at 92.50% from 120 units sold in March 2024. More

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      Kijima Modified Yamaha XSR125 Looks Rad – Urban Street Tracker Theme

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      Kijima Modified Yamaha XSR125The 124cc single-cylinder SOHC liquid-cooled engine on Yamaha XSR125 makes 14.7 bhp and 11.5 Nm, mated to a 6-speed gearboxYamaha XSR125 has quite a fan following in ASEAN nations. The neo-retro theme of the bike has garnered quite an interest from buyers and aftermarket modders alike. We have covered quite a few custom jobs on Yamaha XSR range and they look very radical. Here’s how Kijima modified Yamaha XSR125 looks like.Kijima Modified Yamaha XSR125 Looks RadAt the 2024 Tokyo Motorcycle Show, renowned aftermarket parts manufacturer, Kijima, showcased a custom demo model of Yamaha XSR125 and the theme they went for was of an Urban Street Tracker. Needless to say, Tracker style mods on neo-retro motorcycles almost always yield appealing results and Kijima’s build was no different.Kijima Yamaha XSR125 Tracker StyleFor starters, Kijima’s approach to a Flat Tracker style is a rather subtle one as we have seen quite a few flamboyant Tracker-style builds. So, the headlight from stock motorcycle remains and so do most of the bike’s body panels. Kijima’s approach here is to subtly amplify and complement stock bike’s look, rather than establishing a completely different identity.Kijima has amplified XSR125’s appeal with custom round aluminium TECH12 ORVMs with fancy ORVM stalks or stems, there is a new fly-screen finished in a multi-colour striped theme, we have a beefy metallic bash plate for engine protection, contrasting colour for handlebar grips, stylish LED turn indicators and we can see a brown seat cover too.Kijima Yamaha XSR125 FlyscreenThere are a lot of chrome bits from Kijima like radiator cover gets a chrome finish, a chrome Tracker-style handlebar with brace bars, a stylish and retro chrome rear grab handle, chrome chopped front fender and the likes.Added functionalities and featuresKijima has also ensured that there are a few functionalities added to Yamaha XSR125 as well. There is a USB charger, there is a helmet lock along with two luggage mounts emerging from rear pillion foot peg area for added practicality. Tyres have been upsized and are fancier Pirelli Scorpion Rally STRs.Kijima Yamaha XSR125 HandlebarThe motorcycle shown by Kijima is for reference and might be commercialized in the future. The custom rear tail-tidy, new Teal paint job with Kijima stickers lend a unique appeal. The bike is now more off-road worthy thanks to new tyres and added protection to bike’s underbody with a bash plate.Kijima Yamaha XSR125 Bash PlateRest of the Yamaha XSR125 appears to be stock. So, we get the same Diamond frame holding a liquid-cooled SOHC 124cc single-cylinder engine capable of generating 14.75 bhp of peak power at 10,000 RPM and 11.5 Nm of peak torque at 8,000 RPM, mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Cycle parts include USD telescopic front forks, rear mono-shock, front and rear disc brakes and the likes.Kijima Yamaha XSR125 Tail Tidy More

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      New Bajaj 125cc Motorcycle Spied – More Sportier Than Pulsar N125?

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      New Bajaj 125cc Motorcycle SpiedWhile having a fresh design, Bajaj new 125cc will borrow components from other Bajaj bikes such as Pulsar N150Although 100cc bikes continue to dominate the commuter space, the premium 125cc segment has also been registering strong growth. A relevant example is TVS Raider, which is now the second best selling TVS two-wheeler. Something similar can be seen with Xtreme 125R that has quickly acquired close to 3% share in Hero MotoCorp’s overall monthly sales.Bajaj 125cc premium bike spotted – New Pulsar N125?With the recent test mule sighting, it appears that Bajaj is also looking to target the premium 125cc segment. In the 125cc segment, Bajaj currently offers the Pulsar 125, Pulsar NS125 and CT 125X.New Bajaj 125cc Motorcycle SpiedBajaj’s new 125cc offering will have a fresh new look and sportier profile. As seen with TVS Raider and Hero Xtreme 125R, some of the major attractions for customers include a more dynamic profile and access to tech features. Bajaj’s new 125cc bike will have a similar set of features.Key highlightsBajaj’s new 125cc bike has a unique headlight design. It also gets chunky tank extensions to achieve a more dominating road presence. Rear view mirrors have a new design, not seen with any of the existing Bajaj bikes. The 125cc bike has a split seat design, but not as aggressive as seen with Hero Xtreme 125R. It seems more familiar to the split seat design of TVS Raider.New Bajaj 125cc Motorcycle SpiedOther key highlights include a compact windscreen, wide handlebar, underbelly exhaust, a robust grabrail and rear tyre hugger. Rider ergonomics seems quite comfortable with an upright riding stance. The bike appears to have a low seat height, something that can cater to a broad segment of users.New Bajaj 125cc Motorcycle SpiedBajaj new 125cc bike – Performance, specsAs the test mule has rear drum brake and skinny tyres, it’s strong evidence of a commuter motorcycle. Some of the components will be borrowed from other Bajaj bikes. For example, the alloy wheels are the same as that of Bajaj Pulsar N150. Similarly, other components could be borrowed to reduce development and production cost. The bike has telescopic forks at front and a monoshock unit at rear.Bajaj new premium 125cc bike could borrow the 124.45 cc, SOHC 4-valve, air-cooled engine from Pulsar NS125. It generates 11.99 PS and 11 Nm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox.New Bajaj 125cc Motorcycle SpiedIt remains to be seen if Bajaj offers connectivity features with the upcoming 125cc bike. With smartphone connectivity, Bajaj’s new 125cc bike can become more relevant for the young buyers. Rival TVS Raider already has the SmartXonnect connectivity suite. Bajaj is likely to launch the new 125cc bike at an affordable price point. Probably at a lower price than TVS Raider and Hero Xtreme 125R that are priced at Rs 97,000 and Rs 95,000, respectively.Source More