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      Bajaj Chetak Bookings Closed Again – Entire Batch Sold Out In 2 Days

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      Image – swift lifestyleBajaj Chetak is available in two variants of Premium and Urbane – Prices have been hiked, now start from Rs 1.42 lakh
      Bajaj Auto Limited had introduced the new Chetak electric scooter in January 2020. This not only brought back the much loved Chetak brand but also marked the foray of the company into the electric two wheeler space.
      Since the time of launch, plans to make Chetak available in more cities have faced multiple hurdles. First, it was the Covid19 induced lockdown and later, it was the shortage of parts. While lockdown issue is no longer there, but production is still on a limited basis, thanks to shortage of parts.
      Chetak Bookings Open & Close
      For most part of the year, since the launch of Chetak, it has not been on sale. The company has not been accepting bookings of their electric scooter as they do not want to amass huge booking numbers and make customers wait. Instead, they open the bookings for the next batch, as and when the existing batch of customers get delivery.
      For the next batch, Bajaj opened bookings of Chetak electric scooter on 13th April 2021. Today, on 15th April, 2021 Bajaj has announced that they have closed the bookings. In a matter of just 2 days, the entire batch of Chetak electric scooters got sold out.
      Bajaj Chetak Bookings Close
      Bajaj has not revealed the number of scooters got booked in this batch. This is what Bajaj said in a media statement, “A large number of confirmed orders were placed by customers requiring the Company to cease acceptance of bookings within 48 hours. The Company will review the supply situation and announce the next round of booking opportunity.”
      Mr. Rakesh Sharma, Executive Director at Bajaj Auto Ltd., said, “We are absolutely delighted to see the fabulous response to the re-opening of bookings for the Chetak electric scooter in Pune and Bengaluru. Covid-led disruptions last year resulted in an unintended and long waiting period but despite that we have seen very few cancellations of bookings.
      We thank our customers in Pune and Bengaluru for their patience and now this overwhelming response. We are conscious that customers would like to receive early deliveries of Chetak and start enjoying it as soon as possible, hence we have had to take the difficult decision of closing the bookings in view of continuing supply chain uncertainties. However, it is our endeavor to resolve the supply chain issues at the earliest, re-open bookings as well as roll into more cities within the next quarter.”
      Bajaj Auto Expansion Plans
      The Bajaj Chetak is only open for sale in Pune and Bengaluru while the company now plans to open bookings in more cities as they expand their electric scooter networks. Plans are to introduce the Chetak e-scooter to 30 new cities in FY2022. The company expects that production issues will be sorted over the next couple of months. The company had earlier set a target of selling 500 units per month but sales have been around 300 units per month.
      3 kWh Li-ion battery
      Bajaj Chetak is powered by a 3 kWh Li-Ion battery with a 3.8 kW electric motor. Power is rated at 5.5 hp with the e-scooter capable of delivering a range of 95 km while in Eco Mode and 85 km in Sport Mode. Charging is achieved upto 100 percent in 5 hours via a 5 Amp outlet and the bike maker offers a 3 year/50,000km warranty on the battery.
      Bajaj Chetak receives all LED head and tail lamps, LED DRLs and LED turn indicators. It also sports a digital instrument cluster with smartphone connectivity and Bluetooth, regenerative braking and 12 inch alloy wheels fitted with tubeless tyres measuring 90/90 at the front and a 90/100 at the rear. The bike receives reverse gear for tackling tight parking spots. Chetak rivals TVS iQube and Ather 450X. More

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      2021 Bajaj CT110X Launch Price Rs 55k – 4 New Colour Options

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      2021 Bajaj CT 110 X2021 Bajaj CT110X comes with extra features as a top-end variant with better stability, sturdiness, and superior rider control
      Bajaj Auto has launched the new CT110X motorcycle. The 110-cc engine offering sits on top of the variant lineup. And is available at a price of Rs 55,494 (Ex showroom – Delhi). 4 colour choices have been introduced.
      The top end CT110X variant features a wider tank, thicker crash guard, child foothold, dual texture, and dual stitched premium seats. Changes have been made where looks, performance, and sturdier build are concerned. Designed focus addresses challenging riding conditions.
      2021 Bajaj CT 110 X
      7 kg load capacity rear carrier
      Meant to offer something more than competitors in the segment, Bajaj Auto says CT110X has a bolder and muscular look. This is supported through a wider cross-section, round sturdy headlight, and an all black visor. Feature changes include thicker crash guards and moulded footholds for safety and comfort.
      Rear carrier has a load capacity of 7 kgs. The seat features a dual-texture and dual stitched finish. CT110 X features Bajaj’s 115 cc DTS-i engine and returns 6.33 kW power at 7500 rpm, and a torque of 9.81 Nm (at 5000 rpm). Semi knobby tyres, a square tube, and semi-double cradle frame are charged with stability, sturdiness, and superior rider control on any terrain.
      2021 Bajaj CT 110 X
      Value proposition
      Higher ground clearance is pegged at 170 mm to tackle varied road conditions. Wheelbase measures at 1285 mm for better stability on bad roads. Integrated tank pads and a raised front fender accentuates a modern tough look. Grey and Black colour combinations form the basis of the colour themes.
      2021 Bajaj CT 110 X
      Sarang Kanade – President, Motorcycles – Bajaj Auto said “With the launch of CT110X, we are offering a differentiated product that adds value through superior features, greater riding comfort and durability without compromising mileage.
      The new CT110X is for those who have always wanted to own a vehicle which not only looks good but is also strongly built and can take on the toughest of riding conditions. We are putting rider-centric innovation at the core of the CT brand and we are confident that our newest offering – the CT110X, will help us further serve our customers better, in this segment.”
      While manufacturers have seen some movement in wholesale numbers in recent months, sales through the last fiscal suffered big time. The 100cc-110cc motorcycle segment proves to be bread and butter for manufacturers. The strong commuter segment can grow under stable economic conditions.
      Bajaj have been queued into this market tend, and do offer a range of products to cater to varying segment needs. The addition of the newest CT110X is intended to further strengthen segment presence by being an attractive proposition to buyers. More

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      New Bajaj CT 110 X Arrives At Dealer Showroom – Launch Soon

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      New Bajaj CT 110 XBajaj CT 110X motorcycle to be a two-wheeler aimed at e-commerce delivery partners
      Bajaj CT 110X is the auto manufacturer’s newest offering. Its target market being those who would find value in it as a vehicle catering to deliveries. While e-commerce and delivery volumes are on the rise, so is the need for delivery partners.
      With a number of such companies are committed to carbon neutrality goals, the need towards an organised fleet segment of two-wheelers continues to grow. However, in the current scenario, a large number of delivery partners use their personal two-wheelers for daily deliveries. As such, it’s interesting to see Bajaj step up to meet that need. And this is where the Bajaj 110X steps in.
      New Bajaj CT 110 X
      The unit features a long-ish seat, and this could very well be big on convenience. Considering the need to ensure delivery boxes/carriers/bags could be voluminous, it’s imperative that a delivery partner is able to carry it at ease. A slightly upward inclined carrier is fitted at the end of the seat. Pricing is expected to be in the range of Rs 55-60k.
      Bajaj CT X 110 in red and blue
      The front unit features a round halogen headlamp encased in a grille with the DRL at just above. On the colour front, the bike is largely black with blue and silver/grey graphics. Another colour theme available is is red and silver/gey.
      New Bajaj CT 110 X
      That image depiction for the red CT 110X also has red bits on the wheels. Matte black fenders accentuate the colour theme. Telescopic front forks are encased too. The wheel setup includes 17” MRF wheels, with 5 spoke alloys. This too follows the black colour theme along with the handlebar.
      New Bajaj CT 110 X
      A simple instrument cluster comprises of two dials to display speed, kms, and fuel gauge. A malfunction feature is included too. The 110cc segment offering features an air-cooled 115cc engine and uses an electronic fuel injector (EFI) system to return power of 9.41 ps, and max torque of 8.45 Nm.
      Engine setup is finished in back and engine guard, and crash guard are finished in matte grey. Fuel tank capacity stands at 11 litres. It’s adorned with the signature blue and silver/grey colour theme on a black backdrop. Take a look at the detailed walkaround video below, credit to Jet Wheels.
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      Bajaj CT 110X mileage expectations
      The black silencer is fitted with a silver heat shield unit. Pillion footrest includes the regular rubber offering as well as the full feet support rest. And yes, despite being a target market offering, a saree guard that’s mandated for two-wheelers in India is included. The rounded triangular halogen taillamp is positioned just below the carrier, flanked by regular looking indicators.
      As per the video reference, given the right riding discipline, one can expect claimed mileage to be as high as 90 kmpl. Rider seat height is convenient for daily long runs as riders would comfortably be able to touch their feet to the ground during slow traffic and at signals. High and low beam switches, indicator switches, ignition start button and the horn switch are positioned on the handlebar. More

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      Bajaj Chetak Electric Scooter Bookings To Reopen With New Price Tag

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      Bajaj Chetak Electric Scooter
      Bajaj Chetak Electric is offered in two trims- Urbane and Premium
      After recently going off the shelves, Bajaj Auto is likely to reopen bookings for Chetak electric scooter from April 13 onwards. This is the auspicious day of Gudi Padwa. Vehicle dealers usually receive record bookings on this day. Opening booking of Bajaj Chetak electric scooter on that day could fetch huge bookings.
      It is to be noted here that Chetak electric scooter booking will be open only for a limited amount of time. Before going offline prices of Chetak electric were increased by Rs 15,000. It will be interesting to see if Bajaj hikes the prices of Chetak once again on its return.
      The Chakan-based manufacturer entered the electric mobility space by reviving one of its most iconic scooter brands of yesteryear ‘Chetak’. The electric scooter was launched early last year at a starting price of Rs 1 lakh (ex-showroom), however, it hasn’t been able to achieve the success Bajaj would have expected. The reason is largely due to the ongoing pandemic and the shortage in parts caused by the same.
      Design & Features
      Design of Chetak has a retro appeal harking back to its roots by adopting design cues from the iconic Chetak scooter. Highlights of its design comprise a horseshoe-shaped LED headlight cluster and turn indicators with sequential blinking. The body features sheet metal panels that provide smooth flowing lines. As far as features are concerned, it comes with a fully digital instrument console compatible with Bluetooth connectivity.
      Bajaj Chetak Electric Scooter
      Other features on offer include regenerative braking, reverse assist mode, and an onboard Intelligent Battery Management System (IBMS) to control charge and discharge seamlessly. Chetak Electric is offered in two trims- Urbane and Premium, the latter demands a premium of Rs 5,000.
      The Premium variant gets a metallic paint scheme along with metallic accented wheels and a front disc brake. The base Urbane trim gets drum brakes on both ends and wears non-metallic colours.
      Specifications
      Talking of specifications, the powertrain of Chetak features a 3kWh IP67 rated lithium-ion battery pack that supplies energy to an electric motor. This motor is rated to provide a peak power of 4.1kW and a continuous supply of 3.8kW along with 16 Nm of torque. It is offered in two ride modes- Eco and Sport. The former mode can return a maximum range of 95 km while the latter can return a maximum range of 85km on a single charge.
      Battery can be rejuvenated from 0 to cent percent within five hours and it is claimed to last about 70,000km before a replacement is needed. Bajaj offers an attractive warranty period of three years/50,000 km for Chetak electric. The electric scooter competes against the likes of Ather 450X, Okinawa i-Praise and TVS i-Qube. More

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      Bajaj Platina, CT 100 And 110 Range Price Increased – April 2021

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      Image – NM ke TalksThis is the second time in 2021 that CT and Platina range have undergone price revision
      As may be recalled, Bajaj had increased prices of its motorcycles earlier this year in January. Along with CT and Platina range, prices were increased for most other motorcycles such as Pulsar range, Avenger and Dominar. Now, prices have been increased once again for CT and Platina range. It is possible that other Bajaj motorcycles may also witness a price hike in the coming months.
      Bajaj’s move to increase prices is in line with industry trends. Most other two-wheeler manufacturers had increased prices at the time of New Year and later as well. In most cases, the price hike has been attributed to rising input costs. It includes higher cost of raw materials as well as increased handling and transportation charges.
      Bajaj CT Range – April 2021 prices
      One of the most affordable commuter motorcycles in the country, Bajaj CT variants have become costlier in the range of Rs 1,356 to Rs 1,696. CT100 KS Alloy new price is Rs 49,152, as compared to Rs 47,654 earlier. CT110 ES Alloy updated price is Rs 53,498, an increase of Rs 1,696 over the earlier price. CT110 ES Alloy X new price is Rs 55,494, as compared to Rs 54,138 earlier.
      CT100 is powered by a 102 cc motor that churns out 7.9 PS of max power at 7500 rpm and 8.34 Nm of peak torque at 5500 rpm. It is mated to a 4-speed gearbox. The bike has top speed of 90 kmph. CT110 utilizes a 115.45 cc motor that generates 8.6 PS at 7000 rpm and 9.81 Nm at 5000 rpm. Gearbox and top speed is same as CT100.
      Bajaj Platina / CT range prices increased – April 2021
      Bajaj Platina Range – April 2021 prices
      Platina range starts with 100 KS Alloy variant, which will now retail at Rs 52,915. This is an increase of Rs 749 over the earlier price. Platina 100 ES Drum variant is now priced at Rs 54,669, as compared to Rs 53,920 earlier.
      Platina 110 ES ABS new price is Rs 67,424, which is Rs 1,504 more than earlier. Platina ABS was launched in March at Rs 66k. It can be described as a disruptive move by Bajaj, as currently there’s no other bike in this segment to offer ABS.
      Platina ABS targets users who want to have better safety in their everyday commutes. Talking about Platina 110 H-Gear Disc, the motorcycle is now cheaper, priced at Rs 63,424. The earlier price was Rs 64,301.
      Revised prices for CT and Platina range look reasonable and are unlikely to adversely impact sales. Even with the increased prices, Bajaj CT and Platina range will continue to be the most affordable commuter motorcycles in the country. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar RS200 Price Hike April 2021 – New Price Rs 1.57 L?

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      Image – MRD VlogsBajaj Pulsar RS200 competes against the likes of Yamaha YZF R15 and Suzuki Gixxer 250 SF
      It is the season of price hikes as automotive brands continue to battle shortage of parts, increase in transport cost, etc. Almost all manufacturers hike prices of all or some of their products during this period. Bajaj Auto too has decided to increase prices of Pulsar RS200.
      It is to be noted that in the last round of price hikes, it was the Pulsar RS200 which did not receive any price hike. And this time, the flagship Pulsar has gotten its due price hike.
      New Price April 2021
      Although the latest price hike is not reflected on the company’s official website as of yet but dealer reports suggest that the faired sports bike is bound to receive a significant price increment of Rs 5,005. As per certain media reports, Pulsar RS200 will now be retailed at a price of Rs 1,57,184 (ex-showroom).
      That is a substantial hike considering the bike receives no updates of any sort. Pulsar RS200 was supposed to mark the beginning of the faired lineup of Pulsar motorcycles but unfortunately, it hasn’t received an overwhelming response.

      Bajaj, Ex-Sh, Delhi in Rs
      Apr-21
      Old Price
      Diff

      Pulsar RS200
      1,57,184
      1,52,179
      5,005

      This also kept Bajaj from giving the motorcycle any significant update since its launch. Also, the price at which it has been offered makes better sense for customers to save a few bucks and settle for the Pulsar 220F.
      With the latest price revision, it is now directly pitted against Yamaha YZF R15 V3.0. While the former has more horses to offer, the latter offers better control on the road and also more features. Pulsar RS200 is one quick motorcycle, probably the quickest in its segment, and we don’t have the slightest doubt. However, its on-road performance does not justify the high price it demands.
      Mechanical Specifications
      In its BS6 avatar, Pulsar RS200 is powered by a 199.5cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine that pumps out 24.1 bhp at 9750rpm and a peak torque of 18.7 Nm at 8000rpm. This unit is coupled with a six-speed gearbox and can clock a top speed of 141 kmph. The suspension setup of the motorcycle consists of telescopic forks at front and a mono-shock at rear. Braking duties are handled by 300mm disc at front and 230mm disc at rear respectively that are assisted by dual-channel ABS.
      Features on offer
      As far as features are concerned, it is offered with twin-projector LED headlamps, a semi-digital instrument console, clip-on handlebars and backlit switchgear. The instrument console reads out information from the speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge and service-due indicator. It is available in a solitary trim with three colour options- Burnt Red, Metallic Pearl White and Pewter Grey.
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      Bajaj Two Wheeler Sales March 2021 – Pulsar, Avenger, Dominar, CT100

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      Image – MRD VlogsBajaj Auto two wheeler sales increased 84 percent while exports were up 32 percent in the past month
      Bajaj Auto Limited, leading two wheeler and commercial vehicle makers in India have released their sales figures for March 2021. Positive sales can be seen across both two wheeler and domestic sales and exports while commercial vehicle domestic sales dipped marginally.
      MoM Two Wheeler Sales and Exports
      In domestic market, Bajaj Auto sold a total of 1,81,393 units in March 21, up 84 percent as against 98,412 units sold in March 20. Exports also grew significantly by 32 percent to 1,48,740 units in the past month, up from 1,12,564 units exported in March 20, thus taking total sales in this segment to 3,30,133 units, an increase of 56 percent over 2,10,976 units sold in March 20.
      Comparing sales to March of 2020 is not really an ideal yardstick considering the lockdown in view of the COVID-19 pandemic was introduced on 24th March 2020 leading to shut down of plants and showrooms across the country. For March 2021, two wheelers performing well in sales were Pulsar, CT100, Platina, Avenger, Dominar, etc.
      CV Sales March 2021
      Commercial vehicle sales dipped in domestic markets by 5 percent in March 2021 to 17,158 units, down from 18,129 units sold in March 20. Exports on the other hand noted a significant increase by 64 percent from 13,470 units exported in March 20 to 22,157 units exported last month. Total commercial vehicle sales hence stood at 39,315 units, up 24 percent over 31,599 units sold in March 20.
      Bajaj Auto Sales March 2021
      With domestic sales and exports up 70 percent and 36 percent respectively in the past month, total 2 wheeler and CV sales stood at 3,69,448 units, a growth of 52 percent over 2,42,575 units sold in March 20.
      YTD 2 Wheeler and CV Sales
      The period April 2020 to March 2021 has been one of much constraint for the auto industry. Coming out of the period of lockdown took its toll on sales which increased slowly but steadily.
      Bajaj Auto reported a de-growth in terms of two wheeler sales in domestic markets which dipped 13 percent from 20,78,348 units in the April to March 2020 period to 18,09,375 units in the same period this year. Exports also dipped 4 percent from 18,69,220 units shipped during April to March 2020 to 17,96,518 units in the April to March 2021 period. This took total YTD sales of two wheelers down 9 percent to 36,05,893 units.
      Bajaj Auto Sales FY 20/21
      Total commercial vehicle YTD sales experienced a 45 percent de-growth to 3,67,021 units down from 6,67,644 units sold in April to March 2020 with both domestic sales and exports dipping 70 percent and 15 percent respectively.
      Bajaj Auto has seen total YTD two wheeler and commercial vehicle sales down 14 percent. Domestic sales dipped 21 percent to 19,18,667 in April to March 2021 period down from 24,44,107 units sold in the same period of the previous year, while exports fell 5 percent to 20,54,247 as against 21,71,105 units sold in the April to March 2020 period. This took total YTD sales to 39,72,914 units, down 14 percent as against 46,15,212 sold in the same period of last year.
      Bajaj is actively testing the new Pulsar 250, slated to come in with a new engine and several feature updates which could bring in better sales once launched. More

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      Bajaj Sales, Exports Breakup Feb 2021 – Pulsar, Platina, CT, Avenger, Boxer

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      Bajaj Pulsar 150Bajaj Auto reported flat sales in the past month while exports increased 10.43 percent
      Pune-based two-wheeler OEM, Bajaj Auto Limited has released their sales figures for February 2021. Positive growth is reported both in terms of domestic sales and exports. Domestic sales stood at 1,42,863 units while exports were at 1,72,938 units relating to combined sales of 3,15,801 units.
      Domestic sales were somewhat flat with 1.87 percent increase from 1,40,241 units sold in Feb 20 to 1,42,863 units sold in the past month. Sales of the Platina and Pulsar brand commanded the list.
      Pulsar domestic sales stood at 81,454 units, up 7.65 percent over 75,669 units sold in Feb 20. However, the highest percentage increase was seen in the case of the Dominar. Sales of the Bajaj Dominar increased 474.25 percent from 299 units sold in Feb 20 to 1,717 units sold last month.
      Earlier this year, the company had increased the prices of the Dominar 250 and 400. Bajaj Dominar 250 received a price hike of Rs. 2,003, while Dominar 400 price increased by Rs.1,997. Bajaj Chetak electric scooter, only electric bike in Bajaj lineup, has seen a 50 percent increase in sales from 100 units sold in Feb 20 to 150 units sold in the past month.
      Bajaj Domestic Sales – Feb 2021
      Segment wise Domestic Sales
      When taking segment wise sales into account, the Pulsar brand in the 111c to 125cc and 126cc to 150cc segments did the best. Sales of the Bajaj CT suffered de-growth of 65.27 percent to 9,462 units, down from 26,242 units sold in Feb 20. The Bajaj Platina however, noted a 36.88 percent growth to 46,264 units sold in domestic markets in Feb 21, up from 33,799 units sold in Feb 20.
      In the subsequent 151cc – 200cc segments it was the Avenger that noted a sales increase of 5.79 percent to 2,813 units while Pulsar sales surged 45.90 percent to 11,643 units, up from 7,980 units sold in Feb 20. Bajaj Avenger in the 201 to 250 segment also posted positive growth up 120.44 percent to 1,003 percent sold in Feb 21, up from 455 units sold in Feb 20.
      Bajaj Auto Exports – Feb 21
      Noting a 10.43 percent increase in total exports to 1,72,938 units, Bajaj Auto saw its Boxer the most in demand with 1,10,716 units exported in the past month. This was a 8.47 percent increase over 1,02,066 units exported in Feb 20. Total exports of the Pulsar brand stood at 30,863 units, up 60.74 percent over 19,200 units sold in Feb 20 while lower down the order was the Bajaj CT with sales of 13,750 units, a de-growth of 40.4 percent over 23,096 units sold in Feb 20.
      Bajaj Exports Breakup – Feb 2021
      Platina, available both as a 110cc and 125cc offering, was at No. 5 in terms of exports in Feb 21 with total exports of 4,320 units. Of this, 4,212 were for the 110cc offering while in the 111-125cc Platina saw 108 units exported in the past month, a de-growth of 79.07 percent over 516 units exported in Feb 20.
      Of the Dominar, exports stood at 1,600 units. The Dominar in the 201-250 segment saw exports of 542 units while in the 351-500cc segment, it noted de-growth of 33.38 percent with 1,058 units exported in Feb 21 as against 1,588 units exported in the same month of the previous year. More