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      Upcoming Bajaj Pulsar N150 Spied – LED Headlight Revealed

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      Upcoming Bajaj Pulsar N150 will be a generation update – Featuring new platform, engine and partsUpcoming Bajaj Pulsar N150 SpiedWe have seen Bajaj hold on to its designs for a long time. The Indian auto manufacturer provides a tonne of updates every now and then. But they’re mostly reserved for graphics and colour schemes. While design will be retained. For example, a 2008 Pulsar 150 looks identical to the current Pulsar 150 if parked side by side.I say this because I own a 2010 model and 12 years later, Bajaj still sells the same design. However, we have seen Bajaj finally transition to a newer design language and family DNA. Now it is the turn of Pulsar 150 to transition to this new design DNA. Thanks to automotive enthusiast Bhargav Mhatre for these spy shots.Upcoming Bajaj Pulsar N150 Spied TestingFor starters, these spy shots were clicked in Ahmednagar. Upcoming Bajaj Pulsar N150 spied, is a slight departure from the face seen on N250 and N160. Thus, there is a strong possibility that this particular test mule may not be classified under N family. To make matters more confusing, Bajaj has a lot of trademarks registered in India.Mainly, Pulsar Elan and Pulsar Eleganz. Bajaj can use any of these trademarks and create a distinct lineup. For example, all the Pulsars branched under ‘NS’ lineup can now fall under ‘N’. The regular Pulsars could be brought under the Elan or Eleganz lineup. We say this because there is a distinct design difference between the two as seen in spy shots.Upcoming Bajaj Pulsar N150 SpiedThe camouflaged spy shots reveal its front design and it clearly showcases DNA differences we mentioned earlier. New Pulsar 150 LED headlight is clearly visible. Pulsar N250 and N160 get a sleeker face with their bi-functional projector headlamp sitting in between the LED DRLs while in this spy shot, DRLs are placed on top and projector is placed below with a likely halogen bulb in it.Mirrors look similar to N160 and N250 while Bajaj Pulsar N150 spied, and gets a commuter-ish engine crash guard. Pulsar N160 and N250 get a much sleeker engine crash guard. This Pulsar lineup has been spied on before too. Sometimes alongside N125 that is also under testing and will be unveiled soon.Specs & featuresBajaj is likely to update the engines to deliver better performance and mileage. Coming to Pulsar 150, it is one of the highest-selling in the Pulsar line-up and is currently powered by a 149.5cc single-cylinder engine making 13.8 bhp of power at 8,500 RPM and 13.25 Nm of torque at 6,500 RPM. It gets a 2V head along with just air cooling and is coupled to a 5-speed gearbox. Bajaj also offers a dual disc variant and gets dingle-channel ABS as standard.Upcoming Bajaj Pulsar N150 SpiedSome of its cycle parts are likely to be carried over along with features. As the frequency between test mules getting papped increases, we can expect that a launch is likely to follow by the end of this year or early next year. When launched, it will compete against Yamaha FZ, Honda Unicorn, TVS Apache RTR 160, Honda X-Blade and the likes. More

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      Bajaj Triumph 350cc Spied In India For First Time – Royal Enfield Rival

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      Triumph’s new range of single-cylinder motorcycles are likely to get 250cc and 350-450cc capacity enginesBajaj Triumph 350cc Motorcycle Spied In IndiaOnce a taboo for premium motorcycle brands, the quarter litre and 350-450cc mid-size segment is now too big to be ignored. Earlier, BMW Motorrad had entered this space with launch of their 300cc motorcycles. Triumph will be next, as their new street roadster has been spotted in production-ready form. A scrambler based on the same platform will also be launched simultaneously.While exact capacity of Triumph’s entry-level Bonneville motorcycles is not known, the company had earlier stated that it will be in the range of 250cc to 650cc. These new bikes have been developed by Triumph’s UK R&D division, whereas production will be handled by Bajaj. Launch is expected soon. It has now been spied in India for the first time, near Bajaj plant in Pune. It is the scrambler variant that has been spied now.Bajaj Triumph 350cc Spied In IndiaThe classic version will rival the likes of Royal Enfield Meteor, while the Scrambler will take on the likes of Hunter and Yezdi. Retro theme is clearly evident with features such as round headlamps and rear view mirrors.Other key features include USD front forks, chiselled fuel tank design with chrome filler cap, all-LED lights, twin-piece seat with quilted pattern stitching and upswept exhaust. Fine detailing can be seen on exposed engine parts, which enhances the bike’s overall look and feel.Bajaj Triumph 350cc Motorcycle Spied In IndiaTriumph’s new entry-level roadster utilizes a tubular frame with a cast swingarm. It has 17-inch wheels at both ends, shod with 110/70 front and 150/60 rear tyres. Aesthetically, the bike appears to offer a judicious mix of classic and modern features. While some features appear to be inspired by Bonneville range, others look familiar to Trident 660.Bajaj Triumph 350cc Motorcycle Spied In IndiaWith its new entry-level bikes, Triumph can target multiple markets globally. Apart from its home market UK, significant opportunities exist in countries like Indonesia and Philippines. Triumph will be looking to make its single-cylinder bikes accessible to a much larger customer base, something that hasn’t been possible with the company’s current range of motorcycles.When launched, Triumph’s 350-450cc bikes will take on the likes of BMW 310cc range and KTM 390 models. Even when manufactured by Bajaj, these bikes won’t be as affordable as Royal Enfield bikes in international markets.Bajaj Triumph 350cc Motorcycle Spied In IndiaTriumph 350-450cc motorcycles could be launched at around £5000-£5500 price range, which is approximately Rs 4.80 lakh to Rs 5.28 lakh. Smallest capacity and most low cost Triumphs they surely will be, but not necessarily the most affordable in segment.Triumph sub-500cc scramblerTriumph is also working on a scrambler version based on the same platform. Now spied in India, Triumph’s new entry-level scrambler is equipped with larger alloy wheels, handguards, shotgun-styled upswept exhaust, split seats and dual-purpose adventure tread tyres. Rest of the bike’s profile is largely the same as that of street roadster.Bajaj Triumph 350cc Motorcycle Spied In IndiaIn India, Triumph’s new sub-500cc motorcycles could be launched at a starting price of around Rs 2 lakh. Pricing has to be competitive if Bajaj-Triumph are looking to play the numbers game with formidable rivals like Royal Enfield. Bajaj has also purchased rights to Vincent Motorcycles, a British motorcycle brand.Source More

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      Bajaj Sales Breakup Aug 2022 – Pulsar, Platina, CT, Avenger, Dominar

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      Bajaj Auto domestic sales increased by 48.95 percent YoY while exports fell 36.50 percentImage – MRD VlogsBajaj Auto Limited has reported total sales (domestic + exports) at 3,41,083 units in August 2022, down from 3,29,877 units sold in August 2021. The two wheeler major has seen a 48.95 percent growth in domestic sales to 2,29,121 units in the past month, up from 1,53,828 units sold in August 2021 while exports dipped 36.40 percent from 1,76,049 units shipped in August 2021 to 1,11,962 units in August 2022.Bajaj Pulsar was the most popular bike in the company lineup in domestic markets while it was the Boxer that commanded most sales globally. Bajaj Auto had launched the new Pulsar N160 in June 2022 and now gears up for the new 2022 Bajaj Pulsar N150 with the latter spied on test in a near production format.Bajaj Sales Breakup Aug 2022In domestic markets it was the Bajaj Pulsar that headed the sales charts with 99,987 units sold in the month of August 2022, up 76.61 percent when compared to 56,615 units sold in August 2021. This was a 43,373 unit volume growth with a 43.64 percent share.Close behind, at No. 2 was the Bajaj Pulsar with 97,135 units sold in August 2022, up 46.94 percent over 66,107 units sold in August 2021. This was a 31,028 unit volume growth with a 42.39 percent share. In the Pulsar lineup, it was the Pulsar 125 that claimed the most attention with sales of 53,153 units, up 62.75 percent from 32,659 units sold in August 2021. There were 28,335 units of Pulsar 150cc and 14,994 units of Pulsar 160 to Pulsar 200 also sold last month along with 653 units of Pulsar 250.Bajaj Sales Breakup Aug 2022Bajaj CT sales stood at 24,094 units in August 2022 with a 9.35 percent YoY de-growth over 26,578 units sold in August 2021. This was a 2,484 unit volume de-growth. CT 110 sales stood at 15,047 units down 43.39percent YoY from 26,578 units sold in August 2021 while CT 125 sales stood at 9,047 units. It was in August 2022 that Bajaj Auto launched the new CT 125X at Rs 71,354 (ex-showroom Delhi).Avenger sales increased 42.78 percent YoY to 3,928 units from 2,751 units sold in August 2021 while there was outstanding demand for the Chetak of which 2,762 units were sold in the past month, up from 364 units sold in August 2021. Sales of the Dominar dipped 14.01 percent to 1,215 units in August 2022 from 1,413 units sold in the same month of the previous year. It was the Dominar 250 that recorded sales of 633 units while there were 582 units of the Dominar 400 sold in the past month.Bajaj Exports August 2022Bajaj Exports registered a 36.40 percent YoY decline with most models experiencing de-growth except for the CT and Discover. Bajaj Boxer saw the highest sales at 45,668 units, down 56.75 percent from 1,05,594 units sold in August 2021. This was a 59,926 unit volume de-growth with a 40.79 percent share. In the boxer range, it was the 110cc model that commanded the most attention in global markets with 28,208 units sold, down 66.31 percent from 83,732 units sold in August 2021.There were also 14,460 units of the Boxer 150cc sold along with 3,000 units of Boxer 125.Bajaj Exports Breakup Aug 2022Bajaj CT exports improved by 54.99 percent YoY to 27,834 units from 17,958 units exported in August 2021. The CT commands a 24.865 percent share and saw its 125cc model in higher demand at 15,734 units exported when compared to 9,796 units of CT 110cc and 2,304 units of CT 150cc exported in the past month.Pulsar exports dipped 37.27 percent to 21,480 units from 34,243 units sold in August 2021. This was a 12,763 unit volume de-growth with a 19.19 percent share. In the Pulsar range, exports stood at Pulsar 200 (12,175 units), Pulsar 150 (6,528 units) and Pulsar 250 (1,014 units) each posting a YoY de-growth. Discover exports increased by 16.10 percent to 9,632 units from 11,480 units sold in August 2022 with Discover 125 seeing exports of 6,392 units along with 3,240 units of Discover 110. Dominar (4,010 units), Platina (2,460 units) and Avenger (878 units) each posted a YoY de-growth in August 2022. More

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      2023 Bajaj Pulsar N 150 In New Spy Shots – More Sporty

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      As part of the ongoing initiative to update the Pulsar range, Bajaj is expected to launch Pulsar N150 soon2023 Bajaj Pulsar N150 Spied TestingLaunch of Pulsar 250 twins was a major milestone for Bajaj, as it demonstrated a significant leap in performance as well as a new, sportier design language. Taking Pulsar 250 twins as the benchmark, Bajaj is looking to introduce a similar set of features for other Pulsar motorcycles.After N160, the next in line to get the updates include Pulsar 150 and Pulsar NS125. These two are among the primary volume generators for the company. Bajaj will be looking to launch the updated versions in the shortest possible time.2023 Pulsar N 150 spottedTwo variants of Pulsar N 150 have been spotted, one with disc-drum combo and another with disc brakes at both ends. While the test mules are fully camouflaged, the contours and outlines look familiar to pulsar 250 twins and N 160. It is apparent that some signature features of Pulsar 150 will be retained to ensure a distinctive identity.It is easy to see that Pulsar N 150 has a more aggressive profile, as compared to existing Pulsar 150. Headlamp cowl has a sharper design and front mudguard has been shortened to achieve a sporty look and feel. Tank Shrouds and side panels appear to be similar to existing variant, but Pulsar N150 is likely to get sportier graphics and decals. Some new colour options are also likely.2023 Bajaj Pulsar N150 Spied TestingIn terms of performance, one of the key updates is monoshock rear suspension. Existing Pulsar 150 has dual-rear shock absorbers. While both suspension setups have their advantages, a monoshock suspension is known to improve stability and handling. Monoshock ensures more precise damping, thereby allowing agile characteristics for the bike. This will be useful for tackling busy city streets. However, monoshock suspension is not so great for carrying heavy loads.Pulsar N150 performanceJust like N160, Pulsar N150 could also get some performance updates. For example, recently launched Pulsar N160 has been equipped with an updated engine that promises faster acceleration and improved reliability. Relevant changes have been incorporated to ensure smoother gear shifts and reduced noise and vibrations. Upcoming Pulsar N150 could also benefit from a similar set of updates.In its current form, Bajaj Pulsar 150 is powered by a 149.50 cc motor that generates 14 PS of max power at 8,500 rpm and 13.25 Nm of peak torque at 6,500 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The bike has 17-inch wheels at both ends, shod with 90/90 front and 120/80 rear tubeless tyres (dual-disc variant).2023 Bajaj Pulsar N150 Spied Testing2022 Pulsar N 150 is expected to be launched at around the same price as that of existing model. It will depend on the overall quantum of updates introduced for N150. Current Pulsar 150 is available at Rs 1.14 lakh. Pulsar N150 will rival the likes of Honda Unicorn, Yamaha FZ-Fi Version 3.0 and TVS Apache RTR 160.Source More

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      Bajaj Sales Aug 2022 – Pulsar, Avenger, Chetak, Dominar, CT100

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      Bajaj Auto reported a 49 percent YoY growth in total (2Wh + CV) domestic sales while a de-growth of 28 percent was seen in the case of total exports in August 2022New Bajaj Pulsar 160NBajaj Auto Limited has seen outstanding sales in domestic markets in August 2022. Total sales which included that of two wheelers and commercial vehicles increased by 49 percent. Exports, on the other hand dipped 28 percent YoY.In domestic markets, total sales stood at 2,56,755 units, up 49 percent from 1,72,595 units sold in August 2021. Exports dipped 28 percent to 1,44,840 units in the past month from 2,00,675 units shipped in August 2022. This led to total sales of 4,01,595 units in August 2022 up 8 percent over 3,73,270 units sold in August 2021.Bajaj Auto Sales August 2022Two wheeler sales of the company stood at 2,33,838 units in August 2022. Bajaj Auto has also reported highest ever sales for the Bajaj Platina. This was a 48 percent YoY growth over 1,57,971 units sold in August 2021. Other motorcycles in the lineup also performed well, including Pulsar, Dominar, Avenger, CT100. Chetak electric scooter sales are also on the rise.Exports of two wheelers however, dipped 32 percent YoY to 1,21,787 units in August 2022, down from 1,80,339 units exported in August 2021. This took total sales in this segment to 3,55,625 units, up 5 percent from 3,38,310 units sold in August 2022.Bajaj Sales Aug 2022Commercial vehicle sales in domestic markets experienced a 57 percent YoY growth to 22,917 units in August 2022, up from 14,624 units sold in August 2021. There was also a 13 percent increase in exports to 23,053 units, up from 20,336 units exported in August 2021. Total commercial vehicle sales were higher by 31 percent YoY to 45,970 units in August 2022 from 34,960 units sold in August 2021. Bajaj RE EV 283 and RE EV Cargo have been recently spotted on test and features have been detailed. The RE EV 283 electric auto rickshaw could launch in cities of Pune and Bengaluru first.Bajaj Auto YTD Sales and ExportsYear to date (YTD) sales during the period April-August 2022 saw a total (2W + CV) de-growth of 3 percent to 16,89,911 units down from 17,48,400 units sold in the same period of 2021. Again it was domestic sales that ended on a positive note with a 14 percent growth to 7,92,547 units from 6,97,005 units sold in the same 5 month period of 2021. Total exports (2W+CV) fell 15 percent to 8,97,364 units in the April-August 2022 period from 10,51,395 units sold in the same period of 2021.In domestic markets, Bajaj Auto two wheeler sales improved by 9 percent to 7,12,640 units, up from 6,56,755 units sold in the April-August 2021 period while exports fell 12 percent to 8,05,197 units from 9,11,429 units sold in the corresponding period of 2021. This took total 2W sales down 3 percent to 15,17,837 units in the first 5 months of 2022 from 15,68,184 units sold in the same period of 2021.Bajaj Sales Aug 2022 – YTD FY 2023Commercial vehicle YTD sales nearly doubled in domestic markets during the April-August 2022 period. It was a 99 percent growth to 79,907 units sold during the 5 month period, up from 40,250 units sold in the same period of 2021. Exports fell 34 percent to 92,167 units from 1,39,966 units sold in the 2021 period.  Total sales of CVs thus dipped 5 percent to 1,72,074 units from 1,80,216 units sold in the April-August 2021 period. More

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      Bajaj Vincent Motorcycles Launch Planned To Rival Royal Enfield ?

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      Britain’s Vincent Motorcycles is often termed as “Makers of World’s Fastest Motorcycles”Vincent Motorcycle2W and 3W manufacturing giant, Bajaj Auto Ltd has acquired the rights for the name Vincent. Bajaj has likely acquired HRD and Egli-Vincent brands as well. Vincent brand was previously owned by Dave Holder & Family and now, it seems that Bajaj owns the rights.Vincent Motorcycles was a British motorcycle manufacturer founded by Philip Vincent. He bought HRD and started producing motorcycles as HRD Vincent, which eventually became Vincent Engineers. Company’s most famous creation is the 1948 Vincent Black Shadow, which was the fastest bike in the world at that time.A Vincent Black Lightning broke the record of the highest price ever paid for a 2-wheeler at around Rs. 6 crore in 2018. It is extremely rare as only 31 models were ever made. That particular piece was used to set Australia’s land speed record of 228 km/h at that time by Jack Ehret. A Black Shadow did 241.9 km/h once after the rider stripped all of his clothes except for his boxers and was famously called “The Bathing Suit Bike”. Hey, that’s real history.Bajaj Vincent MotorcycleA story goes that Mr. Shankar Ramanan ordered a special black shadow which he took back to India and created a speed record at Juhu Aerodrome near Mumbai. Bajaj has not given any official statement regarding this update. But Vincent trademark along with (rumoured) HRD and Egli-Vincent seem to be Bajaj’s intellectual properties now.Bajaj Auto Trademarks VINCENT in the UKIt is not yet known if Bajaj is looking to make a speed record shattering machine or is reviving a classic brand to use Vincent as a sub-brand of retro classic motorcycles like Royal Enfield. Or we can expect a complete revival of Vincent brand to operate as its own entity under Bajaj’s umbrella of course. The latter seems to be a logical and reasonable possibility, isn’t it?Vincent name is trademarked by David M Holder in IndiaWe have BSA, Jawa and Yezdi that have been revived by Classic legends under Mahindra’s umbrella. TVS Motor also acquired British brand Norton Motorcycles recently. We can expect something similar with Bajaj’s acquisition of Vincent brand.Bajaj Version Of Triumph MotorcyclesBajaj has also partnered up with Triumph to launch affordable motorcycles. But those motorcycles will be sold as Triumph. It is likely that Bajaj uses this revived Vincent brand to launch their version of upcoming Triumph motorcycles. They partnered with KTM to launch KTM motorcycles in India and used tech to launch new Pulsar and Dominar motorcycles. Same could be repeated with Triumph and Vincent brand names.Royal Enfield’s parent company, Eicher Motors had applied for Vincent trademark in 2013.Demand for nostalgic retro classic motorcycles are on the rise not just here in India, but also worldwide. As of now, it is Royal Enfield which is leading the race by a huge margin. Not only in India, but even in select global markets. Most likely because there is no real competition.This is why other brands are trying to enter this space. In recent years we have seen Mahindra revive Jawa, Yezdi and BSA. With a brand like Vincent, Bajaj can expect to create a big impact in the retro classic motorcycle segment. And take on the leaders Royal Enfield. More details are expected to be revealed soon.Source More

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      Bajaj Sales Breakup July 2022 – Pulsar, Platina, Dominar, Chetak

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      Bajaj Auto posted a 6.48 percent YoY growth in domestic markets while exports fell 14.28 percent in July 2022Bajaj Pulsar 200Bajaj Auto Limited has posted 2W sales (domestic + exports) of 3,03,260 units in July 2022. This was against 3,17,051 units sold in July 2021. In June 2022, sales had stood at 3,15,948 units relating to a MoM de-growth. Domestic sales increased 6.48 percent to 1,61,422 units in the past month from 1,51,594 units sold in July 2021 while exports dipped by 14.28 percent to 1,41,838 units from 1,65,457 units on a YoY basis.In domestic markets, the company reported a 6.48 percent YoY de-growth. Sales fell for each of the company models except the Pulsar and Chetak. Bajaj Pulsar topped the sales list with 1,01,905 units sold in the past month, up 56.55 percent from 65,094 units sold in July 2021. Bajaj Pulsar commanded a 63.15 percent share.Bajaj Auto Domestic Sales July 2022In the Pulsar lineup, it was Pulsar 125cc that garnered most sales at 59,844 units, up 72.63 percent from 34,667 units sold in July 2021. Pulsar 150cc sales stood at 31,416 units in the past month, up 45.88 percent over 21,535 units sold in July 2021. Pulsar 200cc sales also increased 84.25 percent YoY to 9,964 units from 5,408 units sold in July 2021. The company however, noted a YoY de-growth for the Pulsar 250, sales of which dipped to 681 units last month from 3,484 units sold in July 2021.Bajaj Platina posted an 11.21 percent YoY de-growth to 48,484 units from 54,606 units sold in July 2021. This was a 6,122 unit volume dip with a 30.04 percent share. Likewise, sales of the Bajaj CT also fell 78.31 percent Yoy to 6,064 units from 27,962 units sold in July 2021. Avenger sales dipped 47.58 percent to 1,256 units in the past month from 2,396 units sold in July 2021 with the Avenger 200cc gaining most sales of 1,143 units, down 38.75 percent from 1,866 units sold in July 2021. Avenger 250 sales dipped 78.68 percent to 113 units from 530 units sold in the same month last year.Bajaj Domestic Sales Jul 2022Dominar also suffered a YoY de-growth of 11.79 percent to 711 units from 806 units sold in July 2021 with the 409 units of Dominar 500cc and 302 units of Dominar 250cc sold during the month. Chetak sales increased 311.23 percent YoY to 3,002 units sold in July 2022 from 730 units sold in July 2021. Bajaj Chetak was the 6th best-selling electric scooter in India in the past month.Bajaj 2W Exports July 2022Exports of Bajaj Auto fell 14.28 percent YoY in July 2022. Exports which had stood at 1,65,457 units in July 2021 fell to 1,41,838 units in July 2022 with a 23,619 unit volume de-growth. Every model in the company lineup posted a YoY de-growth except for the CT and Discover.In global markets, it was the Bajaj Boxer that commanded most attention. Sales dipped 20.56 percent to 74,314 units in July 2022 from 93,548 units shipped in July 2021. The Boxer commands a 52.39 percent share on the export list. Most sales were seen for the Boxer 110 with 55,172 units sold last month, down 27.96 percent from 76,588 units sold in July 2022. There were also 11,440 units of Boxer 150cc shipped last month, down 23.28 percent from 14,912 units shipped in July 2021 and 7,702 units of Boxer 125cc exported with a 276.07 percent YoY growth over 2,048 units shipped in July 2021.Bajaj Exports Jul 2022Bajaj Pulsar exports fell 23.71 percent to 26,983 units in July 2022 from 35,371 units shipped in July 2021 leading to an 8,388 unit volume de-growth with a 19.02 percent share.  Pulsar 200cc received more attention in global markets with 14,677 units exported and a 1.92 percent YoY decline while there were also 1,568 units of Pulsar 125 and 9,714 units of Pulsar 150 shipped last month along with 1,204 units of Pulsar 250.Bajaj CT and Discover posted a 38.01 percent and 15.71 percent YoY growth respectively. Sales stood at 22,752 units and 12,784 units in July 2022, up from 16,486 units and 11.048 units sold in July 2021 respectively.  Of the CT, there were 9,192 units of CT110 sold in the past month along with 12,984 units of CT125 and 576 units of CT150. Discover 125cc exports were at 10,984 units along with 1,800 units of Discover 110. Platina (2,520 units), Dominar (2,101 units) and Avenger (384 units) also featured lower down on the export list with each posting a YoY de-growth. More

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      New Bajaj Electric Rickshaw, Electric 3W Cargo – Spied Testing

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      Bajaj Auto has a wide range of products in its portfolio like 2W, 3W, electric scooters and a lot moreBajaj Electric Rickshaw SpiedIndian automotive giant, Bajaj Auto is one of the largest 3W manufacturer in the world in terms of sales volumes. In India though, Bajaj is the undisputed champ in 3W segment. If we look at sales charts, Bajaj sold 13,016 units in July 2022 while Piaggio which is currently the second highest-selling 3W manufacturer in India, only sold 4,164 units in the same time.But a new breed of 3W rickshaws are on the rise and Bajaj being the absolute giant of this segment, can’t ignore its potential. We’re talking about electric 3W rickshaw segment that is gaining popularity by the day, owing to rising fuel prices. So, what is Bajaj’s answer to this demand? Let’s find that out.Bajaj RE EV 283 Electric RickshawWe have seen multiple test mules of Bajaj’s electric rickshaws dating as far as 2018. While players like YC Electric Vehicle and Mahindra have been clocking over 2,000 unit sales each per month as seen in sales charts, Bajaj is taking its sweet time to bring out RE EV series of electric 3W.Bajaj RE EV had also received type approval by NCT Delhi in 2020 but its launch was delayed due to Covid-19-related delays. But new test mule for rickshaw has EV 283 sticker on it suggesting that this is an updated model to RE EV. While the same sticker is not visible on RE EV Cargo. Spy shots are credited to automotive enthusiast Bhargav Mhatre.Bajaj RE EV 283 Front2020 NCT-approved Bajaj RE EV measured 1,714mm in length, 1,350mm in width, 1,772mm height and has a wheelbase of 2,010mm. RE EV has a gross weight of 732 kgs and the rickshaw can seat four people including the driver while Cargo will only seat the driver.Newly spied Bajaj RE EV 283 seems like the same vehicle and might retain the dimensions. But 283 badging on spotted rickshaw suggests that it gets a new battery with a longer range than RE EV from 2020. Bajaj RE EV gets power from a 4.3 kW electric motor. A top speed of 42 km/h can be maintained for 30 minutes. Also, the company is testing a cargo version of the same that is likely to be called Maxima Electric. It is likely to launch alongside its rickshaw counterpart.Specs & LaunchWhile exact battery specifications are not known, RE EV 283 seems to get a larger battery than 2020’s RE EV. It is still placed in driver’s compartment, though. Driver still has to sit on this battery like on RE EV 2020.Bajaj Electric Three Wheeler CargoLooking at the competition, YC Electric Vehicle products top the charts. But are not proper rickshaws and get a barebones platform for cost efficiency. Mahindra Treo Electric, however, is a proper electric rickshaw and has a claimed range of 141 km on a single charge. If Bajaj electric rick delivers higher range on a single charge, it would be better for inter-city operations. Higher range also benefits the cargo version of RE EV too.Pune and Bengaluru might be the first cities to get Bajaj RE EV 283 and RE EV Cargo as earlier RE EVs test mule spottings were more frequent there. But now, Bajaj might launch it nationwide in 2023. Pricing might see a slight jump from Mahindra Treo if it has a longer range. More