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    Honda CB4X adventure motorcycle production variant patent leaked

    Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer, Honda Motorcycle plans to add an all-new four-cylinder adventure tourer (or dual-sport) in its international portfolio. Dubbed the CB4X, Honda had showcased the product in a concept avatar at EICMA 2019. At the time, the company had not mentioned whether the concept would hit production even though it raised so much interest […] More

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    How to inflate a tyre without an air pump – 4 hacks (video)

    As long as one does not consider a motorcycle (or even a scooter) as more than just a mode of transportation, the art of riding is a bit hard to explain. Long, short, solo or group, trips are part of the whole experience of owning a motorcycle. In fact, hardcore enthusiasts often find the lamest […] More

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    Mash Desert Force 400 debuts – A Royal Enfield rival from France

    When it comes to four-wheelers, the French automotive industry has some powerful names such as Renault, Groupe PSA and even Bugatti (though its roots are predominantly German today). French automakers have had a dominant presence in the rich European automotive history. In the two-wheeler category, French names rarely make it to the headlines unless it […] More

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    Hero MotoCorp to start production of scooters, motorcycles

    New Hero Splendor BS6. Image – KK AND SONS Arkalgud Hero MotoCorp, the country’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, opens its facilities after a 43 day halt following Government orders to shut all factories and offices in the country on 22nd March 2020 in the wake of the spread of coronavirus pandemic. The company has stated that […] More

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    Hero Electric expects sales boost post COVID-19 lockdown

    The Indian automotive industry is going through challenging times like never before due to COVID-19 and the lockdown protocols it brought about. Experts predict that the entire vehicle-buying scenario will change even after automotive dealerships are allowed to open. Several dealerships are on the verge of going out of business but some automakers have announced […] More

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    Yamaha BW’S 125 scooter goes on sale at approx Rs 2.38 lakh

    The premium urban runabout is priced at 3,35,000 yen (around INR 2.38 lakh). Described by Yamaha as ‘open crossover’ style, the BW’S 125 receives design inspiration from adventure tourers. The bare handlebar with knuckle guards, dual-purpose tyres, rear luggage rack, steering-mounted LED indicators (like fog lights in appearance) and sharp front mudguard render the scooter […] More

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    Suzuki’s new e-scooter to launch in India (patent images leaked)

    Suzuki Motorcycle India might introduce an all-new e-scooter on the market soon. Focused on ease of use and cost-effectiveness, patent images of the made-in-India e-scooter have been leaked online. Various reports state that it would be launched by mid-2021 but the present state of affairs brought about by COVID-19 might affect this proposed timeline. Rumours […] More

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    2020 Honda Grom 125 minibike makes global debut – Gets new colours

    Honda Motorcycle has unveiled the 2020 Grom 125 for international markets. Also known as the Honda MSX125 in certain regions, the modern-day minibike (with naked street motorcycle traits) receives minimal changes for the 2020 model year. The mechanical department remains untouched while Honda has added new colour choices depending on the market. In the US, […] More