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      New Bajaj CT 125X Arrives At Dealer Showroom – Launch Soon

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      Bajaj’s X versions of its budget-friendly commuter CT range signifies ruggedness over normal modelsNew Bajaj CT 125XBajaj Auto is one of the largest two-wheeler and three-wheeler manufacturers in the world. It has a seriously impressive Pulsar series dubbed as “The Fastest Indian” which has worked wonders for the company in the street bikes segment. But in the commuter segment, it currently has CT and Platina series with 100cc and 110cc.While Bajaj is foraying into mid-size bikes with Triumph Motorcycles for 300-500cc, when it comes to 125cc budget commuter segment, Bajaj used to have Discover series with Harry Potter style adverts and also long gone XCD125. Discover series also had 150cc engines and heck, Discover 150F also had a bikini fairing. Those were wild times, huh? But now, Bajaj didn’t have any offerings in the budget 125cc commuter segment until now.New Bajaj CT125XRemember the CT110X that Bajaj launched in India? It had some elements to clearly distinguish itself from the regular CT110. It cost Rs. 7,000 over regular CT110 and had a weirdly charming aura about it. Bajaj had tried to create something unique that no one else offered in the country. That is a ruggedized version of a budget commuter.Now, Bajaj has used the same formula and offered a CT125X which has a 125cc engine instead of 110 cc engine on CT110X. For starters, it gets a really handsome headlight cowl which also houses the ‘V’ shaped LED DRL and a small visor that is a bit of a stretch on a budget commuter motorcycle. It doesn’t get connected features like Hero’s Glamour XTEC, though. Look at the walkaround video credited to AUTO TRAVEL TECH below.[embedded content][embedded content]The round headlight also gets a metal guard for the rugged appeal and its front telescopic suspension gets fork gaiters. X variants of the CT lineup like CT110X and CT125X also get a rubber tank pad for added grip too. At the back, they get a relatively large grab rail for the rear pillion and also doubles up as a relatively decent luggage rack.It gets halogen bulbs for headlight, taillight and turn indicators. Other notable features on Bajaj CT125X include blacked-out effect on the entire motorcycle excluding body panels, a ribbed-effect seat cover, twin shock absorbers at the rear, a luggage carrier above the exhaust to protect the goods from burning, rubber grips on the side crash guard and analog instrumentation.Specs & launchWe don’t know the exact engine specs as of yet. Because Bajaj doesn’t offer a 125cc commuter. CT125X is likely to get the same 125cc engines as Pulsar 125 and Pulsar NS125 with 11.6 bhp and 11 Nm. We say this, because Bajaj’s 125cc engine for budget commuters that did duties on Discover 125 also made 11 bhp and 11 Nm. It is also likely to get a 5-speed manual gearbox unlike CT110X which gets a 4-speed gearbox. CT110X’s engine is a 110cc unit making 8.5 bhp and 9.81 Nm.New Bajaj CT 125XEven with all the additions, at Rs. 66,000, CT110X still undercut Honda CD 110 Dream, TVS Radeon, TVS Star City Plus, Splendor Plus and the likes. CT125X is likely to be priced around Rs. 80,000. At this price, it locks horns with Honda Shine, Hero Super Splendor, Hero Glamour, and Honda SP 125. More

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      2023 Bajaj Triumph Motorcycle New Spy Shots – Royal Enfield Rival

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      Bajaj has been trying to target the middleweight segment for quite some time now, but is yet to make any significant gains2023 Bajaj Triumph Motorcycle – New Spy Shots by MCNWhile Bajaj had launched Dominar with great expectations, it didn’t create any major challenges for segment-leader Royal Enfield. The Chennai-based manufacturer continues to command a market share of more than 85% in the 350cc-500cc single cylinder motorcycle segment.The market share is likely to increase further, with the launch of new Royal Enfield Hunter 350. However, Bajaj seems far from giving up and will be making another attempt soon. It will come via the company’s collaboration with UK-based Triumph Motorcycles.Bajaj-Triumph motorcycle spiedAs evident in the images, the new Bajaj-Triumph bike looks production ready. It seems to derive design inspiration from Triumph Bonneville range of motorcycles. Retro theme is evident with features such as round headlamps and rear-view mirrors.Other key highlights include a compact design, sculpted fuel tank, single-piece seat, all-skeletal design, upswept exhaust and alloy wheels. Suspension system comprises USD forks at front and a monoshock unit at rear with pre-load adjustability. In comparison, Bonneville bikes such as Street Scrambler, Street Twin and Speed Twin are equipped with dual rear shock absorbers. Use of a monoshock unit at rear makes the bike better suited for tackling off-road terrains.2023 Bajaj Triumph Motorcycle – New Spy ShotsOff-roading capabilities are further enhanced with features such as dual-purpose Metzeler tyres. The bike has 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels. It also gets a rugged bash plate. Braking duties are performed by disc brakes at both ends. There’s a dedicated luggage rack at the rear and on the left side as well. Tank mounted bags could also be made available as an accessory.Other details include a rectangular digital instrument console, which looks similar to the one used on KTM bikes. This may not necessarily be the unit that will be used for the production variant. As the bike has a retro profile, a rounded instrument console will be a better match. Two versions are expected to be on offer, one a classic retro and the other adventure scrambler. The latter gets knobby tyres, scrambler style exhaust, knuckle guards, raised front fender, etc.Bajaj-Triumph motorcycle engineBased on the structure and size of the engine, it appears to be a 350cc to 500cc unit. Single exhaust vent indicates that the engine will be a single-cylinder unit. The engine utilizes liquid cooling and comes with vertically mounted radiator.2023 Bajaj Triumph Motorcycle – New Spy ShotsBajaj-Triumph motorcycle will be sold globally. It will allow Triumph to play the volumes game on a larger scale. As the bike will be manufactured in India, there will be significant reduction in production cost. Bajaj-Triumph motorcycle is expected to be launched at a competitive price point, somewhere around Rs 2 lakh. This is necessary since rivals like Royal Enfield motorcycles are among the most affordable in the country.Launch was earlier planned for 2022, but things have been delayed due to the pandemic. Bajaj-Triumph motorcycle could be unveiled around Diwali this year and launched in early 2023. Although Royal Enfield’s dominance seems unshakable, the company will still be following these developments closely.Source More

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      Bajaj Auto Sales July 2022 – Pulsar, Avenger, Chetak, Dominar, CT100

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      Bajaj Auto reported a 9 percent growth in total domestic sales while there was a de-growth of 15 percent in exports in July 2022New Bajaj Pulsar 250Bajaj Auto Limited has posted an overall de-growth in YoY sales in July 2022. Total sales (domestic + exports) which included 2 wheeler and commercial vehicles stood at 3,54,670 units in July 2022, down 4 percent from 3,69,116 units sold in July 2021. Even as overall exports dipped, the company has noted positive growth in domestic markets, both where two wheeler and commercial vehicle sales are concerned.In the two wheeler space, it was the Pulsar range of motorcycles with top sales. Others in the list include CT 100, Avenger, Dominar, Platina. Chetak electric scooter sales are also on the rise.Bajaj Auto Sales July 2022Two wheeler domestic sales grew YoY to 1,64,384 units. This was a 5 percent growth over 1,56,232 units sold in July 2021. Exports on the other hand dipped 14 percent to 1,50,670 units from 1,74,337 units exported in July 2021. This brought total 2W sales down 5 percent to 3,15,054 units in the past month, from 3,30,569 units sold in July 2021. Towards the end of last month, Bajaj Auto trademarked new names – Dynamo, Technik and Tecnica. These could be upcoming new vehicles. Bajaj also plans development of a new range of electric two wheelers in India along with KTM and Husqvarna.There was increased demand for Bajaj Auto commercial vehicles in the country. Domestic sales increased 68 percent to 18,572 units in July 2022, from 11,041 units sold in July 2021. Exports on the other hand dipped 23 percent to 21,044 units in July 2022, down from 27,506 units exported in July 2021. This brought down sales by 3 percent in the CV segment to 39,616 units from 38,547 units sold in July 2021.Bajaj Auto Sales July 2022Total 2W + CV sales in domestic markets grew by 9 percent to 1,82,956 units from 1,67,273 units sold in July 2021. Exports however, suffered a 15 percent YoY de-growth to 1,71,714 units from 2,01,843 units sold in July 2021. Bajaj Auto YTD Sales and ExportsTaking into account the April to July 2022 period and comparing it with the same period of 2021, Bajaj Auto has posted an overall decline in total sales. Sales (domestic + exports) and (2W+ CV) experienced a 6 percent de-growth to 12,88,316 units in the 4 months of 2022, down from 13,75,130 units sold in the same period of 2021.2W domestic sales dipped 4 percent to 4,78,802 units from 4,98,784 units sold in April-July 2021 while exports fell 7 percent from 7,31,090 units sold in April-July 2021 to 6,83,410 units in the same period of 2022. This took total 2W sales to 11,62,212 units, down 6 percent from 12,29,874 units sold in April-July 2021.Bajaj Auto Sales YTD July 2022Commercial vehicle YTD sales however increased 122 percent in domestic markets to 56,990 units in April-July 2022, from 25,626 units sold in the same period of 2021. Exports fell 42 percent to 69,114 units from 1,19,630 units exported during the April-July 2021 period. This brought down total CV sales (domestic + exports) by 13 percent to 1,26,104 units in April-July 2022 from 1,45,256 units sold in the same period of 2021.Total 2W and CV domestic sales grew by 2 percent to 5,35,792 units in the April-July 2022 period from 5,24,720 units sold in April-July 2021 while exports dipped 12 percent to 7,52,524 units from 8,50,720 units exported in the April-July 2021 period. More

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      Bajaj Sales Breakup June 2022 – Pulsar, Dominar, Platina, CT 100, Avenger

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      Bajaj Auto Limited has posted a YoY de-growth in domestic sales by 18.73 percent while exports grew by 27.66 percentBajaj PulsarBajaj Auto Limited, with a two wheeler range that includes the likes of Pulsar, Dominar, Chetak, Avenger, CT and Platina, has seen its domestic sales dip by 18.73 percent in the month of July 2022. Bajaj Auto sales which had stood at 1,52,230 units in June 2021 fell to 1,23,719 units in June 2022.De-growth was seen across models such as the Platina, CT and Dominar while its Pulsar, Avenger and Chetak received increased attention. Exports on the other hand increased on a YoY basis by 27.66 percent to 1,83,365 units, up from 1,43,630 units exported in June 2021. Each of the models in the company lineup posted a YoY increase in exports.Bajaj Sales Breakup June 2022In domestic markets, it was Bajaj Pulsar that received the most attention. Sales increased 5.78 percent YoY to 83,723 units in June 2022, up from 79,150 units sold in June 2021. This was a 4,573 unit volume growth with Pulsar commanding a 67.67 percent share. In Pulsar range, it was 125cc model that saw sales of 51,554 units, up from 47,266 units sold in June 2021 relating to a 9.07 percent YoY growth. Pulsar 150cc sales clocked at 16,976 units, a de-growth of 28.97 percent from 23,901 units sold in June 2021.Pulsar 200cc sales increased 233.15 percent YoY to 14,802 units while there were also 391 units of Pulsar 250cc sold in the past month with an 88.95 percent YoY de-growth from 3,540 units sold in June 2021. Bajaj Platina and CT posted a YoY de-growth of 35.97 percent and 90.93 percent respectively. Platina sales stood at 27,732 units from 43,313 units sold in June 2021 while CT sales dipped to 2,413 units last month, from 26,608 units sold in June 2021.Bajaj Sales Breakup June 2022 Vs June 2021Bajaj Avenger has seen a 212.86 percent YoY growth to 6,936 units from 2,217 units sold in June 2021. This was a 4,719 unit volume growth with a 5.61 percent share. It was the Avenger 160 that was more in demand over its 220cc counterpart. Avenger 160 sales stood at 4,828 units, a growth of 181.19 percent over 1,717 units sold in June 2021 while Avenger 220 sales were at 2,108 units, up 321.60 percent from 500 units sold in June 2021.Bajaj Dominar sales dipped 8.89 percent to 446 units last month from 490 units sold in June 2021 with 232 units of its 250cc and 214 units of the 500 cc models being sold. Chetak sales increased 446.24 percent YoY to 2,469 units from 452 units sold in June 2021.Bajaj Auto Exports June 2022Bajaj Auto, the largest two-wheeler exporter in India, saw a 27.66 percent YoY growth in exports to 1,83,365 units with Boxer being in top order. Sales of Boxer increased 5.80 percent YoY to 93,962 units, up from 88,812 units sold in June 2021. Of the Boxer range, it was the 110cc model that received most attention with 72,636 units exported in the pasts month, up 7.63 percent from 67,484 units sold in June 2021. There were also 9,086 units of Boxer 125cc sold lasts month, a YoY growth of 40.56 percent from 6,464 units sold in June 2021 while of the Boxer 150cc, exports stood at 12,240 units, a YoY de-growth of 17.65 percent from 14,864 units exported in June 2021.Bajaj Exports Breakup June 2022 Vs June 2021Bajaj Pulsar exports saw a 54.62 percent YoY growth to 40,205 units from 26,003 units shipped in June 2021. This was a 14,202 unit volume growth with a 21.39 percent share. Pulsar 150cc was more in demand in global markets with 18,144 units exported, a 93.89 percent YoY growth over 9,358 units shipped in June 2021. Pulsar 200cc exports were at 16,273 units from 12,702 units shipped in June 2021 while there were also 4,188 units of Pulsar 125cc and 1,600 units of Pulsar 250cc exported last month.Bajaj CT exports stood at 25,152 units, up 150.72 percent from 10,032 units exported in June 2021 of which there were 16,080 units of CT 125cc and 288 units of CT 150cc shipped last month. Of the Discover range, sales stood at 15,824 units in June 2022 up 16.27 percent from 13,610 units shipped in June 2021. This included 11,864 units of Discover 125cc and 3,960 units of Discover 110cc both of which saw YoY increase of 18.52 percent and 10 percent respectively.Exports of Bajaj Platina range was at 2,190 units, up 5.49 percent from 2,076 units sold in June 2021. Platina 110cc saw exports of 1,710 units while there were 480 units of Platina 125cc. There were also 5,264 units of Dominar exported last month relating to a 90.04 percent YoY growth over 2,770 units shipped in June 2021 while Avenger exports grew by 134.86 percent to 768 units YoY. More

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      Bajaj Triumph Motorcycle Launch In 2023 – Royal Enfield Hunter 350 Rival

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      Both motorcycles developed under the Bajaj-Triumph joint venture share the same underpinnings and powertrain but different clothingNew Bajaj Triumph Motorcycle Will Rival Royal Enfield. Image above is a render.The partnership between Bajaj Auto and Triumph Motorcycles is one of the most talked-about associations in the Indian auto industry in recent times. The joint venture will result in production of premium mid-displacement motorcycles which will be retailed under the iconic British brand in India as well as overseas markets.The association between the two auto giants has led to the development of at least two bikes with the same underpinnings and engine but slightly different body styles. Both these motorcycles have recently been caught on camera for the first time. One is a neo-retro roadster while the other is a scrambler. The former will take on the likes of Royal Enfield Meteor 350 while the latter will take on the likes of Yezdi Scrambler and upcoming Royal Enfield Hunter 350.Bajaj-Triumph Scrambler: EngineThe roadster has already been discussed at a length previously. The scrambler is a different take on the motorcycle with the same engine. As mentioned earlier, both bikes will be powered by the same motor. Although exact configurations aren’t known yet, we expect this mill to be a single-cylinder unit with a sub-500cc displacement. The engine has supposedly been developed by Triumph since it wears a similar look.The motor is nestled in a triangular-shaped casing which is reminiscent of the bigger Bonnevilles. The motor gets cooling fins but those are only meant for aesthetic purposes as it features a large radiator which means it will be a liquid-cooled unit. In all likelihood, the engine will use a 4-valve, DOHC layout like the KTM models developed by Bajaj.New Bajaj Triumph Motorcycle Will Rival Royal EnfieldLike its roadster sibling, the upcoming Triumph scrambler borrows visual cues from the neo-retro range of motorcycles from the British brand. The most evident styling inspiration is Triumph’s existing Street Scrambler with signature highlights such as a round headlight, an engine underbelly crash guard, a teardrop-shaped fuel tank with rubber pads on the sides and split-style seats.Both the roadster and scrambler get a single exhaust tailpipe with a dual-barrel canister although their design appears slightly different from each other. The latter’s scrambler appeal is highlighted with the presence of a tall-set beak-like front fender, knuckle guards, a short flyscreen and a luggage rack at rear, some of which will be available as accessories.Features & HardwareAs far as equipment is concerned, this test mule flaunted a rectangular digital TFT instrument console similar to the ones used in the 390 range of KTM. However, the production-spec model could use something more retro like a circular semi-digital cluster to suit the bike’s character. The bike is also expected to pack full LED illumination and multiple riding modes.Upcoming Bajaj Triumph Scrambler MotorcycleComing to its hardware, both the scrambler and its roadster singling appear to be based on a tubular chassis with bolt-on rear subframes. The chassis will be suspended on upside-down forks at front and a mono-shock at rear, although the suspension setup of the scrambler is likely to offer more travel. Braking duties will be carried out by a 4-piston radially mounted caliper with a single disc at front and rear each.Unlike the roadster with a 17-inch front wheel, the scrambler runs on a larger 19-inch front alloy wheel. The rear wheel on both bikes remain 17-inch units, however, the alloy wheels on scrambler are shod with semi-knobby road-biased tyres from Metzeler. The spy images suggest that the scrambler will also have a higher saddle. Launch of the Bajaj Triumph motorcycle is confirmed for 2023. Prices are expected to be in the Rs 2 lakh range. More

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      Bajaj, KTM Confirm New High End Electric Motorcycles – Pulsar, Duke ?

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      Launch of Bajaj, KTM electric motorcycles will take couple of years at least, as the plan is still in initial stages2023 KTM Duke Electric – RenderElectric two-wheeler segment is expected to witness significant growth in coming years. While bulk of sales will comprise affordable, entry-level electric two-wheelers, there will be plenty of scope for lifestyle products as well. It’s the latter segment that Bajaj Auto and KTM are now looking to target.According to Executive Director of Bajaj Rakesh Sharma, the company is currently working with KTM to identify an appropriate platform for the new electric motorcycles. KTM does have an EV portfolio in international markets, but it’s limited to electric cycles and off-road e-bikes. It’s apparent that Bajaj and KTM will have to develop a new platform from scratch, which is likely to take some time.Bajaj, KTM electric motorcyclesWorking together since 2007 on multiple projects, Bajaj and KTM will further solidify their partnership by foraying into high-end electric motorcycle segment. Bajaj currently manufactures KTM and Husqvarna motorcycles, as part of that partnership. These are sold in domestic market and also exported to overseas locations.Along with premium electric motorcycles, Bajaj is also likely to develop affordable EV products in collaboration with KTM. As part of its EV push, Bajaj has built a new manufacturing facility in Maharashtra. This is operational and caters exclusively to manufacturing electric two-wheelers. Chetak electric scooters have started to roll out of this facility.KTM Duke Electric Motorcycle Launch PlansBajaj, KTM high-end electric motorcycles and other upcoming EVs will be manufactured at this new facility. It is a state-of-the-art facility and can be used to manufacture a wide range of electric two-wheelers. It has peak manufacturing capacity of 5 lakh units per annum. The facility also has dedicated design and R&D centres. It has been developed at an investment of around Rs 750 crore.Bajaj Auto has filed trademarks for multiple new names recently. These include Dynamo, Tecnica, Technik, Pulsar Elan, Pulsar Eleganza, etc. It is likely that Bajaj could use either of these names for their upcoming electric motorcycle. KTM has already confirmed working on a Duke based electric motorcycle.Chetak expansion plansMost of the leading electric two-wheeler manufacturers currently have a limited number of products on offer. This applies to OEMs like Ampere, Ola, Ather, Revolt Motors and TVS. Bajaj currently offers only Chetak electric scooter that has been registering consistent sales every month. Sales could have been higher, but it hasn’t been possible due to global shortage of auto parts. Till date, pre-bookings for Chetak have been more than 16,000.Bajaj will be looking to boost sales in coming months, as supply situation improves globally. The company is also working to make Chetak available across the country. As of now, Chetak is available in 27 cities. There are plans to increase this number to 100 cities in the near future. Bajaj is also working to launch multiple new electric two-wheelers over the next two years. The company has already formed a new entity named Chetak Technology to focus exclusively on development of EVs. With more products on offer, Bajaj will be able to target a larger segment of users. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar Sales Breakup June 2022 – 125, 150, 160, 200, 250cc

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      Bajaj Pulsar has seen outstanding YoY and MoM growth both in domestic and global markets in June 2022New Bajaj Pulsar 160NTwo-wheeler sales in June saw positive YoY growth of 20.6 percent with most automakers posting a YoY sales growth. Bajaj Auto was the 4th best-selling two wheeler maker in the country with its Pulsar brand being most in demand.Bajaj Pulsar brand has models ranging from 125-250cc. In June 2022, the company also introduced the new Pulsar N160 with revised styling and added features. It is priced at Rs 1,22,840 lakh (ex-showroom) which is around Rs 5,000 higher as compared to the price tag seen on the Pulsar NS 160.Bajaj Pulsar Sales Breakup June 2022Pulsar’s domestic sales in June 2022 increased both YoY and MoM. On a YoY basis, sales stood at 83,723 units, up 5.78 percent over 79,150 units sold in June 2021 leading to a 4,573 unit volume growth. MoM domestic sales on the other hand, improved by 20.92 percent from 69,241 units sold in May 2022.Bajaj Pulsar 125cc was most in demand with a 61.58 percent share and 51,554 units sold in June 2022, up 9.07 percent over 47,266 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales however, dipped 8.59 percent from 56,396 units sold in May 2022. At No. 2 was Pulsar 150cc with a 28.97 sales de-growth in June 2022 to 16,976 units as against 23,901 units sold in June 2021. The Pulsar 150cc currently commands a 20.28 percent share up from 9.58 percent held in May 2022 when sales stood at 6,632 units.Bajaj Pulsar Sales June 2022Bajaj Pulsar 160,180, 200cc models saw a 233.15 percent YoY increase in demand to 14,802 units in June 2022 while MoM sales increased 139.63 percent from 6,177 units sold in May 2022. Share percentage also increased from 8.92 percent in May 2022 to 17.68 percent in the past month. Domestic sales of Pulsar 220F/250 dipped 88.95 percent YoY to 391 units from 3,540 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales saw a 986.11 percent growth from 36 units sold in May 2022.NoPulsar SalesJun-22Jun-21Growth % YoY112551,55447,2669.07215016,97623,901-28.973160, 180, 20014,8024,443233.154220F / 2503913,540-88.95–Total83,72379,1505.78Bajaj Pulsar Exports June 2022Exports also posted YoY and MoM growth of 54.62 percent and 65.43 percent respectively with 40,205 units shipped in June 2022. The company had exported 26,003 units in June 2021 and 24,303 units in May 2022 and each of the models in the Pulsar lineup saw growth.In global markets, it was the Pulsar 150cc that commanded most attention. Exports stood at 18,144 units, up 93.89 percent over 9,358 units shipped in June 2021. It was an 8,786 unit volume growth with the Pulsar 150 holding a 45.13 percent share. MoM sales improved by 136.62 percent from 7,668 units sold in May 2022.Bajaj Pulsar Exports June 2022Exports of Bajaj Pulsar 160, 180 and 200cc bikes saw a 28.11 percent YoY growth to 16,273 units in June 2022, up from 12,702 units in June 2021. MoM sales increased 35.94 percent from 11,971 units sold in May 2022. Exports of Bajaj Pulsar 125cc (4,188 units) and 220F/250 (1,600 units) saw a 51.08 percent and 36.64 percent YoY increase respectively. MoM sales were up 9.29 percent and 92.31 percent respectively from 3,832 units and 832 units shipped in May 2022.Bajaj Pulsar Total (Sales + Exports) June 2022Bajaj Pulsar sales (domestic + exports) increased 17.85 percent YoY to 1,23,928 units, up from 1,05,153 units sold in June 2021. This was an 18,775 unit volume growth. MoM sales were up 32.48 percent over 93,544 units sold in May 2022.Bajaj Pulsar Total (Sales + Exports) June 2022Pulsar 125 accounted for the most sales of 55,742 units, up 11.40 percent over 50,038 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales however, dropped 7.45 percent when compared to 60,228 units sold in May 2022. Total sales of Pulsar 150cc was at 35,120 units in June 2022, up 5.60 percent from 33,259 units sold in June 2021 and up 145.59 percent MoM over 14,300 units sold in May 2022.Pulsar 160/180/200 sales increased 81.25 percent YoY to 31,075 units from 17,145 units sold in June 2021 while on a MoM basis, sales increased 71.23 percent from 18,148 units sold in May 2022. 220F/250cc sales dipped YoY by 57.74 percent to 1,991 units from 4,711 units sold in June 2021 while sales improved 129.38 percent MoM from 868 units sold in May 2022. More

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      Bajaj Technik, Tecnica Trademarked – New Chetak Based Electric Scooters?

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      Bajaj has recently inaugurated a new Chetak manufacturing facility for future EV developments and productionImage for reference.Bajaj is currently the fourth-largest two-wheeler manufacturing company in India, in terms of sales figures. But when it comes to exports, Bajaj tops the charts as it is the largest two-wheeler exporter in India. When it comes to three-wheelers though, Bajaj is the largest manufacturer in the world.Even though Bajaj’s domestic sales are declining, the exports, however, are a whole different story. As seen in our Bajaj sales charts, Bajaj domestic sales stood at 1,25,083 units in June 2022 while it used to be 1,55,640 units in June 2021 registering a dip in sales of 19.63% YoY. While exports stood at 1,90,865 units in June 2022 over 1,54,938 units in June 2021 with 23.19% growth YoY.We mention this because Bajaj has recently registered three different nameplates in India. These new nameplates can be planned for India where sales are seeing negative growth, or for exports to boost their product sales globally in over 80 markets. Bajaj has also registered a lot of names before that it never used. We have Twinner, Pulsar Eleganz, Pulsar Elan and Blade.Bajaj Technik, Tecnica – New Names TrademarkedBajaj’s three new trademarks are Dynamo, Tecnica and Technik. We have covered more about Dynamo in a previous post explaining how it can be the name of a new electric scooter, ICE scooter, ICE motorcycle, electric motorcycle, or even a three-wheeled vehicle. We also covered the possibilities of it being the name of a powertrain too, that Bajaj might use with different genres of vehicles under its portfolio.New Bajaj Technik, Tecnica – Names of upcoming Electric Scooters based on Chetak?What comes to your mind when you hear the word Tecnica or Technik? Something tech-savvy? Something feature loaded? Or with a futuristic appeal? You’re absolutely bang on. If you look at Bajaj Auto, they have a lot on their plate right now. Being a mainstream manufacturer, Bajaj has to concentrate on both EVs and ICE vehicles alike. That’s the reason why Bajaj created the Chetak brand and dedicated a new facility for it in Akurdi.Bajaj also has plans on electrifying their ever-popular Pulsar brand. They also have plans on creating KTM and Husqvarna branded EVs. The names Dynamo, Tecnica and Technik can be correlated with something related to EVs. Right now, Bajaj has Chetak EV which doesn’t get any gizmos like Ather, Ola and Simple Energy offer.What can we expect?The name Tecnica and Technik can be a variant of Chetak offering a touchscreen dashboard with a digital key, cruise control, smartphone integration, navigation and more. Coming to the name Dynamo, it has to be related to an EV powertrain or at least a component. We have seen companies use creative names like Tesla, Faraday Future, Ampere, Emflux, Lectro, Pure EV, Revolt and more. Whenever you hear these names, an EV pops in your mind, doesn’t it?Dynamo means a device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. We think Dynamo might be the name of a strong hybrid powertrain from Bajaj. Where an integrated motor is converting mechanical energy from an engine to charge a battery. It is not a crazy idea as passenger cars like Honda All New City, Toyota HyRyder and Maruti Grand Vitara all have strong hybrid powertrains.Indians are embracing EVs and hybrids now as the market is maturing and hybrid tech in two-wheelers makes sense too. Imagine a bike with 10-15 km of range on one charge for daily commutes and then the engine takes over for the highways and cruises. Not a crazy idea and Bajaj might be trying to stay ahead of the curve by offering this new tech first in India. More