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      2023 Chetak Premium Edition Launch Price Rs 1.52 L – 3 Colours

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      Bajaj Auto Ltd Progresses Key Initiatives for 2W EV Business with 2023 Chetak Premium Edition Launch2023 Chetak Premium EditionBajaj Auto Ltd is making strides in the electric vehicle (EV) business. Reliant on several key initiatives aimed at scaling and improving quality. One of the latest developments is the launch of 2023 Chetak Premium Edition in three new colours – Matte Coarse Grey, Matte Caribbean Blue, and Satin Black. Base variant of Chetak is priced from Rs 1.22 lakh. All prices are ex-sh, Bangalore.2023 Chetak Premium Edition boasts an all-metal body, with premium materials used for detailing. The large new all-colour LCD display console provides vehicle information. Dual-toned seat, body-coloured rear view mirrors, grab rail and pillion footrest castings are in satin black finish. Adding to the e-scooter’s sleek appearance. Headlamp casing, blinkers, and central trims are in charcoal black finish for added sophistication.Improved Cost Efficiency and Availability – Scaled upto 10k Chetak e-scooters per monthBajaj Auto Ltd is also focused on cost efficiency to improve customer accessibility. And has undertaken supply chain restructuring and development programmes with key vendors. Bajaj Auto Ltd is now able to produce 10,000+ units of Chetak per month, while keeping final product costs in check. It’s inevitable that Chetak’s per month sales volume is now set to peak.Bookings for 2023 Chetak Premium Edition are open, with deliveries scheduled for April 2023 onward. Chetak dealership network spans 60+ cities. Planned dealership network expansion is at about 100 stores in 85 cities by March 2023 end. Additionally, there are 40+ stores that serve as exclusive Experience Centres, while Chetak dealerships also double up as exclusive service centres.2023 Chetak Premium EditionPartnership with Yulu for Last-Mile Urban MobilityBajaj Auto Ltd is also making strides in the last-mile micro-mobility sector. A partnership with Yulu resulted in 2 products – Miracle GR and DeX GR. Designed and manufactured by Bajaj Auto Ltd, they are the newest e-scooters in last-mile urban mobility.Overall, the robust work done on the EV supply chain has been crucial in enabling Bajaj Auto to scale up. This helped meet the growing demand for electric vehicles. And initiate manufacturing for Yulu. With a strengthened supply chain and drive efficiencies, Bajaj can continue to innovate and grow. And all along, pave the way for a cleaner and more sustainable transportation future.Bajaj Auto Ltd is well-positioned to make a significant impact in the EV industryOverall, the electric vehicle (EV) industry has seen tremendous growth in recent years. This has resulted in numerous initiatives aimed at strengthening the EV supply chain. Including raw material sourcing and component manufacturing, to vehicle assembly and distribution.2023 Chetak Premium EditionAs a result of this robust work, Bajaj has now commenced its EV business scale-up phase. This progress, along with a secure outlook for the industry, has enabled 2W EV companies to expand their networks and ensure availability of products across different segments and price pointsFurthermore, the significant efficiencies achieved in the EV supply chain enables manufacturers to streamline their processes and reduce costs. Which means more competitive pricing for consumers. This positions Bajaj Auto Ltd well to harness the opportunity unfolding for EVs and continue to drive growth in the coming years. More

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      Bajaj Auto Sales Feb 2023 – Pulsar, Platina, Dominar, Chetak

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      Bajaj Auto sales dipped 11 percent on a YoY basis while YTD sales were down 9 percent in February 2023Pulsar is the top selling Bajaj 2W. File photo.Bajaj Auto Limited has reported an 11 percent YoY decline in sales in February 2023. Even as domestic sales, both of two wheelers and commercial vehicles ended on a positive note, significant de-growth was seen in terms of two wheeler and CV exports which caused a negative impact on total sales.Bajaj Auto Sales Feb 2023Bajaj Auto has seen total sales (2W+CV) dip 11 percent in Feb 2023 to 2,80,226 units. This was as against 3,16,020 units sold in Feb 2022. Two wheeler sales in domestic markets improved by 25 percent to 1,20,335 units in Feb 2023 as compared to 96,523 units sold in Feb 2022. Bajaj Auto has relaunched Pulsar 220F in domestic markets at Rs. 1,39,686 (ex-showroom). This bike was discontinued in April 2022 but has been brought back due to customer demand.However, exports finished in the red, down 37 percent from 1,82,814 units shipped in Feb 2022. This took total sales in this 2W segment down 16 percent YoY to 2,35,356 units in Feb 2023 from 2,79,337 units sold in Feb 2022. Top selling two wheelers from Bajaj Auto include the Pulsar, Platina, Dominar, CT, Avenger, Chetak electric scooter, etc.Commercial Vehicle (CV) sales in the past month increased by 103 percent in domestic markets to 32,956 units, significantly higher when compared to 16,224 units sold in Feb 2022. Exports on the other hand fell by 42 percent YoY to 11,914 units in Feb 2023 from 20,459 units shipped in Feb 2022. Thus total sales (domestic + exports) in the CV segment increased by 22 percent YoY to 44,870 units from 36,683 units sold in Feb 2022.Bajaj Auto Sales Feb 2023Total YoY sales (2W+CV) in domestic markets improved by 36 percent to 1,53,291 units in Feb 2023 while exports fell by 38 percent to 1,26,935 units. Exports stood at 2,03,273 units in Feb 2022. It was also a MoM de-growth when compared to total sales of 2,85,995 units sold in Jan 2023.Bajaj Auto Year-to-Date SalesTaking the period April to Feb 2023 into account, sales of Bajaj Auto dipped 9 percent to 36,36,290 units from 40,11,245 units sold during the April to Feb 2022 period. De-growth was seen in the case of domestic sales (2W and CV) by 11 percent to 31,95,837 units from 35,80,532 units sold in April-Feb 2022.Two wheeler sales in domestic markets improved by 8 percent to 16,53,596 units in the 2023 period from 15,34,003 units sold in the same period of 2022. Exports on the other hand fell by 25 percent to 15,42,241 units in the April-Feb 2023 period from 20,46,529 units sold in the same period of 2022.Bajaj Auto YTD Sales Feb 2023CV sales were also more positive in domestic markets by 89 percent to 2,66,499 units in 2023 period from 1,41,052 units in 2022 period while exports fell 40 percent to 1,73,954 units from 2,89,661 units sold in the same period last year. However, total CV sales ended positively by a 2 percent growth to 4,40,453 units in April-Feb 2023 from 4,30,713 units sold in April-Feb 2022.This took total YTD (2W+CV) domestic sales up 15 percent to 19,20,095 units while exports dipped 27 percent to 17,16,195 units in the April-Feb 2023 period from 23,36,190 units sold during the months of April-Feb in 2022. More

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      Yulu Bajaj Electric Two Wheelers Launch – Smart, Savvy And Safe

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      Yulu and Bajaj Auto Partnership: Revolutionizing Urban Mobility by putting 110k e-Scooters on the road by year endYulu Bajaj Electric Two Wheeler LaunchYulu, a new-age Mobility-as-a-Service company, and Bajaj Auto, a leading OEM, have joined hands. The focus is on a revolutionary electric 2-wheeler platform for sustainable urban mobility. This unique global collaboration between the two companies is aimed at transforming mobility and offering affordable access, best-in-class ride, and green commuting to customers.The Yulu-Bajaj partnership focuses on providing sustainable last-mile mobility and deliveries in urban areas. Yulu’s shared mobility leadership ensures the right insights. Bajaj Auto’s leading R&D and manufacturing capabilities contribute to this shared goal.Yulu Bajaj Electric Two Wheelers LaunchYulu’s AI-led tech stack and Bajaj Auto’s Chetak Technology Ltd. have jointly created Yulu’s 3rd gen e-scooter – Miracle GR and DeX GR. These purpose-built electric 2-wheelers are energy efficient, robust, and durable. They are designed to address Indian road conditions and climate. The outcome is a brilliant customer experience and strong unit economics, which leads to improved financial metrics for Yulu.Yulu’s target of putting 1,00,000 e-scooters on the road is set to result in ten-fold growth in revenues by year-end. Yulu’s 3rd generation vehicles have already impacted the shared mobility space. And thereby, the future of electric vehicles.Yulu Bajaj Electric Two Wheeler – Miracle GRShared mobility – Meeting the Demand for Affordable Access, Best-in-Class Ride, and Green CommutingIt goes without saying, the potential of this platform is enormous. Success of these purpose-built vehicles relies on multiple factors. Yulu’s energy infrastructure and Bajaj Auto’s forward-looking strategy, which prioritizes EVs, are key pillars.The Yulu-Bajaj partnership and their new electric 2-wheeler platform are a new benchmark for urban mobility. Rapidly changing mobility needs and disruption in traditional ownership models call for sustainable and innovative solutions. And this partnership has the potential for market leadership in the shared mobility space.Innovative Swappable Battery System: Addressing the Challenges of Electric Vehicle ChargingYulu and Bajaj Auto’s collaboration is an excellent example of how partnerships between new-age companies and traditional OEMs can revolutionize urban mobility. As demand for sustainable and innovative mobility solutions increases, such collaborations are likely to become more common in future. This partnership is aligned with the market’s expectation of affordable access, best-in-class ride, and green commuting, which are key drivers of growth in the shared mobility space.Yulu Bajaj Electric Two Wheeler – Dex GRYulu is using swappable batteries to power its fleet of electric vehicles. These batteries are supplied by Yulu’s partner, Yuma Energy. Users can easily exchange them at any of the 100 Yulu stations located in Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Delhi. This makes the charging process more convenient and efficient.Riders can quickly swap out depleted batteries for fully charged ones instead of waiting for the vehicles to charge. Plans are afoot to expand the network to 500 by 2024, further improving accessibility and usability of its electric micro-mobility services. The success of these purpose-built vehicles relies on multiple factors, including energy infrastructure and battery charging facilities. More

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      Bajaj Sales Breakup Jan 2023 – Pulsar, Platina, CT, Chetak, Avenger

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      Bajaj two wheeler total sales (domestic + exports) dipped to 2,31,031 units in Jan 2023 from 3,13,369 units sold in Jan 2022Image – Bike DirectorBajaj two wheeler domestic sales grew by 5.76 percent YoY in Jan 2023 while exports dipped 49.17 percent. Sales in the past month stood at 1,38,142 units in domestic markets. This was a YoY growth of 5.76 percent from 1,30,613 units sold in Jan 2022.Exports on the other hand fell by 49.17 percent to 92,889 units in Jan 2023 from 1,82,756 units shipped in Jan 2022. With a total (domestic + exports) of 2,31,031 units sold in the past month, this was also a MoM de-growth from 2,35,784 units sold in Dec 2022Bajaj Sales Breakup Jan 2023Models such as the Pulsar and Chetak saw positive sales growth in India. However Platina, Dominar, CT and Avenger saw sales dip significantly on a YoY basis. Bajaj Pulsar series topped sales charts with 84,279 units sold in the past month. This was a 26.09 percent YoY growth from 66,839 units sold in Jan 2022. It related to a 17,440 unit volume growth with a 61.01 percent share.In the Pulsar series, it was the 125cc model that garnered the most attention with 49,527 unit sales last month, up 12.10 percent from 44,181 units sold in Jan 2022. Pulsar 150cc also did well with 16,970 units sold in Jan 2023 up 50.99 percent over 11,239 units sold in Jan 2022 while Pulsar 200cc sales were at 17,337 units, up 220.64 percent YoY from 5,407 units sold in Jan 2022. The list also included 445 units of Pulsar 250cc, a 92.60 percent YoY de-growth from 6,012 units sold in Jan 2022.Bajaj Sales Jan 2023Bajaj Platina sales dipped 9.94 percent YoY to 41,873 units in Jan 2023 down from 46,492 units sold in Jan 2022. It was followed by the Bajaj CT also with a YoY de-growth of 58.13 percent to 5,201 units in the past month, from 12,422 units sold in Jan 2022. CT 110cc model had 2,929 units sold last month, a 76.42 percent YoY de-growth while there had also been 2,272 units of the CT125cc sold in Jan 2023.Sales of the Chetak electric scooter surged 176.89 percent YoY to 3,511 units in Jan 2023 from 1,268 units sold in Jan 2022. Avenger (2,076 units) and Dominar (1,202 units) saw a YoY de-growth of 6.19 percent and 12.84 percent respectively. In the Avenger series, it was the Avenger 200cc that received more attention with 1,701 units sold in the past month where there were 375 units of the Avenger 250cc sold. Dominar 250cc sales stood at 616 units while 500cc sales were at 586 units last month.Bajaj Auto Exports Jan 2023Bajaj Auto exports in Jan 2023 had the Boxer at the top of the list with 56,824 units shipped in the past month. This was a 52.38 percent YoY de-growth over 1,19,336 units sold in Jan 2022. In the Boxer series, the 110 cc model added 48,076 units to total exports along with 1,056 units of Boxer 125cc and 7,692 units of Boxer 150cc.Bajaj Exports Jan 2023CT exports grew by 16.57 percent YoY to 17,280 units, up from 14,824 units shipped in Jan 2022. In the CT range it was the 125cc model that saw 10,680 units shipped last month, up 8.80 percent from 9,816 units shipped in Jan 2022. 110cc model exports also improved by 26.17 percent to 5,592 units from 4,432 units YoY. CT150cc exports increased by 75 percent to 1008 units in Jan 2023 from 576 units shipped in Jan 2022.Thereafter, Bajaj Auto reported significant YoY de-growth for the Pulsar (15,240 units), Dominar 1,392 units), Discover (1,352 units) as well as for the Platina (513 units) and Avenger (288 units). In the Pulsar series, it was the 200cc model that commanded most exports at 8,160 units while there were 3,114 units of Pulsar 250cc, 2,035 units of Pulsar 125cc and 1,931 units of Pulsar 150cc shipped in Jan 2023. More

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      Bajaj Dominar 400 Biggest Discount Ever – Clearance Sale At Rs 1.99 L

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      At Rs 1.99 lakh, Bajaj Dominar 400 comes across as an irresistible deal; can help boost salesImage – Shahrukh AkhtarTowards the end of the financial year, it is common to see auto companies launching special offers and discounts. The obvious reason is to improve the year’s balance sheet as much as possible. Many consumers wait for such opportunities, something that has potential to boost sales.In 2023, the mandatory compliance to BS6 Phase 2 emission norms is another reason why auto companies may be looking to clear old inventory. A relevant example is Bajaj Dominar 400, which is being offered by select dealers at huge discount of Rs 25,000.Discounts to boost salesWith the discount, Dominar 400 is available at just Rs 1,99,991 at select dealers. Dominar 400 has always been one of the most affordable bikes in its class. At the time of its launch in 2016, Dominar 400 was available at Rs 1.36 lakh. Over the years, prices have increased multiple times. The bike has also evolved in terms of its features and equipment list.However, even though it is affordably priced and loaded with hi-tech features, Dominar 400 has been an underperformer. This is especially true when compared to the 10k per month sales target that was initially set for the bike. Apparently, those goals haven’t materialized. In comparison, Dominar 250 has better numbers to show. Another interesting aspect is that Dominar 400 exports have been higher than domestic sales.Bajaj Dominar Discounts 2023But Dominar 400 does have a niche fan following. And folks who may have had Dominar 400 on their wish list will surely be looking to make use of the Rs 25k discount being offered. It is unlikely that such huge discounts will be offered anytime soon. As there will be limited inventory, the discount will be offered on a first come first serve basis.A case of price correction / slow demand?There are suggestions that recent discounts being offered by auto companies could be a case of price correction. As may be recalled, prices of two-wheelers have increased multiple times over the last two years. Moreover, there was a significant spike in demand post the pandemic. Things have now become close to normalized in terms of input costs and demand.So, in case of low volume products, it may be a good strategy to launch discount schemes. A good example is that of Honda CB300F, where prices were reduced by Rs 50k last year in December. This was a significant price cut, making CB300F available at around the same price point of bikes like Dominar 250 and Suzuki Gixxer 250.With BS6 Phase 2 norms coming into effect from April 01, 2023, there are speculations that other OEMs may also introduce special offers and discounts to boost sales. Whether or not that is true remains to be seen. It can work in case of bikes that have high inventory and slow sales. In case of Dominar 400, the discount could also be due to upcoming rivals such as TVS Apache RTR 310. More

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      2023 Bajaj Pulsar 220F At Dealer Showroom – First Walkaound

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      Bajaj Pulsar 220F was discontinued last year – But thanks to popular demand, it has now been relaunchedImage – The Sameer VlogsFirst launched in 2007, the Bajaj Pulsar 220 semi faired sport bike marked its foray into the entry level sports bike segment. It was a game changer for the company as well. It ruled the segment for close to 15 years following which it was pulled out of production in April 2022 once the new Pulsar F250 was launched in the country.2023 Pulsar 220F comes in with the same 220cc oil-cooled SOHC engine offering 20.4 hp power mated to 5 speed gearbox. Pulsar 220F was priced at Rs 1.25 lakh prior to it being discontinued. In 2023 avatar, it is priced from Rs 1.39 lakh, ex-sh.2023 Bajaj Pulsar 220F WalkaroundBajaj Pulsar 220F has entered production, initial examples have moved into company dealerships and deliveries are likely to commence soon. Ahead of that, we now have a first look walkaround of the 2023 Pulsar 220F, thanks to Biker Prakash Choudhary.Positioned below the NS200 and N250 in the Pulsar lineup, the new 220F will come in with some feature updates. Overall design remains akin to that seen on its earlier counterpart. This semi-faired bike sports a distinctive headlamp and engine cowl, shoulder fairing, large windscreen and clip on handlebars.[embedded content][embedded content]It gets projector headlamp, halogen turn indicators along with LED tail lamps. There are decals which give the look of carbon fiber to some parts. Split seats, upswept exhaust and colour combinations of black-blue / black-red are also seen.Engine BS 6 Phase 2 CompliantAs a major part of the updates, the re-launch of Bajaj Pulsar 220F will see its engine now compliant with OBD2 on board diagnostic technologies, a feature that is being made mandatory from 1st April 2023. The 220cc, fuel injected engine will make 20.8 hp power at 8,500 rpm and 18.5 Nm torque at 7,000 rpm mated to a 5 speed gearbox.It will receive telescopic forks in the front and dual shocks at the rear while braking will be via front and disc brakes with single channel ABS offered as standard. Dual ABS is not on offer yet.It will ride on 17 inch alloy wheels fitted with 90 section front and 120 sector rear tubeless tyres. Like its predecessor, the new Pulsar 220F will continue its rivalry against the likes of TVS Apache, Suzuki Gixxer SF and others in this price segment. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar 220F Launch Price Leaks – Rs 1.39 Lakh, WB Dealer

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      The same 220 cc single-cylinder engine will be carried over, making 20.9 bhp of power and 18.5 Nm of torque and is coupled to a 5-speed gearboxBajaj Pulsar 220F Launch Price LeaksA few months after the launch of Pulsar F250, Bajaj Pulsar 220F was silently retired. But it seems that the new P250 did not manage to engage enough sales as expected. As per sales data, Bajaj has lost considerable sales in the 200 – 250cc segment since the 220F was discontinued.In order to regain lost sales in the 200cc+ segment, Bajaj has relaunched the Pulsar 220F. Production has already started at the company plant, while bookings are now open across India.Bajaj Pulsar 220F Pricing LeaksAfter bringing you pictures of the Pulsar 220F from the production plant, we have now gotten our hands on its pricing as well. Bajaj Pulsar 220F price is pegged at Rs. 1,39,686 (ex-sh), as revealed by a dealer in Durgapur, West Bengal.Pricing of the new Pulsar 220F is in line with what we had anticipated. It is currently the most affordable 200cc+ motorcycle in the Indian market. Bookings of the Pulsar 220F are now open across India.Bajaj Pulsar 220F Launch Price LeaksBajaj Pulsar 220F pricing has been its strength for a long time. Even today, there is no real rival for the Pulsar 220F. The only motorcycle coming close to Pulsar 220F is its newer and bigger sibling Pulsar F250, which is priced at Rs. 1,49,978, ex-sh. Apart from competing with its sibling, Bajaj Pulsar 220F price pits it against Hero Xpulse 200 4V, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V, Honda Hornet 2.0 and the likes.Specs & FeaturesWith its revival, we were hoping Bajaj would be adding dual-channel ABS, Bluetooth connectivity (not a blue-backlit Bajaj logo) and some more new features. But Bajaj has kept the Pulsar 220F unchanged. Except for new stickers and colours, there is not much that is new with the 2023 Pulsar 220F.Powering the new Pulsar 220F is a 220cc air/oil cooled engine that is now RDE and OBD-II compliant. It delivers 20.9 bhp of power and 18.5 Nm of torque, coupled to a 5-speed gearbox. Bajaj Pulsar 220F comes equipped with disc brakes at both ends and single channel ABS, telescopic front forks and twin shock absorbers at the rear.Other features include clip-on handlebars, a semi-digital instrument console, split seats, projector headlight, and a bikini fairing. More details will be revealed at the official launch in a few days. Deliveries will start immediately after. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar 220F Production Restarts – First Photos From Plant

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      Pulsar 220F relaunch is likely to be based on market feedback, wherein dealers may have reported sizeable enquiries for the bike2023 Bajaj Pulsar 220F Production RestartsDiscontinued last year, Bajaj Pulsar 220F is making a comeback. The bike has already entered production and deliveries are expected to commence in the coming weeks. Launch price is expected to be in the ballpark of Rs 1.35 lakh.Relaunching Pulsar 220F shouldn’t pose any major challenges for Bajaj, as the bike was already BS6 compliant when it was discontinued. It will only need to comply with OBD-2 norms that will be applicable from April 01, 2023.Bajaj Pulsar 220F Production RestartPhotos of the first batch of new Pulsar 220F from the plant have gone viral. They reveal that the bike is largely the same as it was at the time it was discontinued. Pulsar 220F is a semi-faired bike, featuring a prominent headlamp cowl, shoulder fairing and engine cowl. Some of the key features include a large windscreen, LED projector headlamp, halogen turn indicators, clip-on handlebar, carbon-fibre design elements, split seats and upswept exhaust.Pulsar 220F was discontinued post the launch of Pulsar 250 twins. This was done even when 220F was witnessing healthy demand in specific regions of the country. It appears that Bajaj was looking to ensure the most conducive environment to promote the 250 twins. As dealerships continue to get enquiries for 220F, a decision has been taken to relaunch the bike.Bajaj Pulsar 220F Production RestartAs compared to the 250 twins, Pulsar 220F has a distinct identity. While the twins are a lot sharper, 220F has a more dominating street presence. 220F has curvy panelling, as compared to the sharp-edged fairing of 250 twins. Overall, 220F has a more approachable persona in comparison to the twins.Pulsar 220F performancePopularity of Pulsar 220F could also be attributed to its high-performance engine. At the time it was discontinued, Pulsar 220F was equipped with a 220cc engine that generated 20.9 hp of max power and 18.5 Nm of peak torque.Power output is more than 350cc Royal Enfield Classic that makes around 20 hp. Even with OBD-2 compliance, there are unlikely to be any significant changes to power and torque output of Pulsar 220F.Much of the equipment list is expected to be the same as earlier. Pulsar 220F has telescopic front forks and dual rear shock absorbers. In comparison, 250 twins are equipped with monoshock rear suspension. Pulsar 220F has disc brakes at both ends, integrated with single-channel ABS. When it was discontinued, 220F had a semi-digital instrument cluster. It is one of the features that could receive an update. More