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      Top 10 Things About Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 With Sherpa Engine

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 DebutedThis is the first time Royal Enfield has incorporated a liquid-cooled engine setup and the new Himalayan 452 is the first RE to run itRoyal Enfield is on the verge of launching a brand new 452cc engine-based platform. There will be numerous variations of this platform. First of which, is Himalayan 452, which made its debut recently. Production has already commenced at their facility as well. In this post, we will cover top 10 things about the most anticipated motorcycle launch from Royal Enfield.Royal Enfield Sherpa 450 Engine1. First ever liquid-cooled Royal EnfieldStarting with its Sherpa 450 engine, this is the first time Royal Enfield has incorporated a liquid-cooled setup in one of its motorcycles. This 452cc single-cylinder engine has a DOHC setup and it generates a healthy 40 bhp of peak power and 40 Nm peak torque. Royal Enfield has ensured that the torque spread is much wider than Himalayan 411.Royal Enfield Sherpa 450 Engine Torque2. First ever single-cylinder Royal Enfield with 6-speed gearboxFor the first time, Royal Enfield is offering a 6-speed gearbox with its single-cylinder lineup. This setup ensures better-optimised gearing along with a 6th gear that will significantly boost Himalayan 452’s high-speed touring capabilities. More number of gears brings better optimisation potential for the final drive.Himalayan 452 USD front forks3. First ever single-cylinder Royal Enfield to get USD front forksAfter Super Meteor 650, Himalayan 452 is the second Royal Enfield and first single-cylinder Royal Enfield to get USD front forks. These Showa forks will ensure better handling characteristics and bring a certain level of structural rigidity to the whole package. Just like Himalayan 411, the newer model also gets an adjustable mono-shock rear suspension setup.New circular TFT screen4. First ever Royal Enfield to get company’s new TFT instrumentationOne of the primary highlights of Himalayan 452 has to be its new circular TFT instrument screen. This screen is significantly larger than RE’s tripper display. Not just larger, this new unit is significantly more advanced as well. Apart from showing usuals, it supports full Google Maps, music controls, telephony controls, compass and more. There will be connected tech too, with smartphone application. Switchgear gets additional buttons to control this system.Tail lights integrated into rear indicator housingHimalayan 452 LED headlights5. All-LED lightingHimalayan 452 is the first RE to get LED tail lights integrated into its rear turn indicator housings. The actual turn indicators are LED too and so are its headlights. The headlight unit looks similar to the one found on Super Meteor 650. We hope the company offers auxiliary light accessory options, considering it is an adventure tourer.Himalayan 452 on snow6. Off-road worthy hardwareThe name Himalayan signifies the bike’s off-road lineage ever since this nameplate debuted with Himalayan 411. With Himalayan 452, RE has offered 21-inch front and 17-inch rear wire-spoke wheels, knobby dual-purpose tubed tyres from CEAT, long travel suspension at front and back, switchable ABS, upswept exhaust and a large beak to protect front end on landings. Off-road pegs, upright posture, and ergonomics supporting standing and riding are notable too.Himalayan 452 accessories7. Cross-country touring hardwareSince Himalayan 452 is an adventurer tourer, it has quite some hardware to prove its touring credentials. The tall windscreen, upright handlebar, comfy seating posture, and tilted instrument screen ensure fatigue-free riding only limited by the biological capabilities of rider. Provision for luggage is in abundance, front and rear frame will accommodate saddle bags and jerry cans and there is a built-in luggage rack as well. Fuel tank should carry around 20L of petrol, for a better tank range.Himalayan 452 new robust chassis8. All-new chassisAs revealed by Royal Enfield, Himalayan 452 is an all-new motorcycle including its frame. The company said not even a single bolt was taken from the old bike. This gave Royal Enfield a clean slate on reflecting past experience and perfecting their version of single-cylinder adventure tourer formula. Most of the components including the switchgear are new as well.Royal Enfield Himalayan 4529. Key rivals from other brandsWhen Himalayan 411 was launched, it primarily rivalled Hero Xpulse 200 in off-road and BMW G 310 GS and KTM 390 Adventure in touring scenarios. The new model gets fiercer competition in the form of Triumph Scrambler 400X along with upcoming motorcycles like Hero’s Xpulse 440 and KTM 390 Adventure and 390 Enduro that will feature the newer 399cc engine.Himalayan 452 Black and Gold10. Colours and expected priceRoyal Enfield has shown Himalayan 452 in five different colours as of now. These include White with decals, Off-white, Nardo Grey with Blue stripes, Nardo Grey with Red stripes and Black with Gold highlights. The pricing is under wraps, but a ballpark of around Rs. 2.5 lakh to Rs. 2.7 lakh seems to be logical for a motorcycle of this calibre. More

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      Ather 450X HR Homologated – 2nd Model With HR Suffix After 450S HR

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      Image for reference onlyWhere battery size is concerned, Ather 450X HR packs a 3.66 kWh pack that promises a 158 km range certified by AIS 040In the newfound popularity of electric scooters in India, Ather Energy is among the leading players. Competition is intensifying with new entrants from startup brands and mainstream scooter manufacturers. Ather is fortifying its grounds with a new HR lineup that could mean High Range. 2nd model with HR tag is Ather 450X HR, recently homologated after 450S HR.What is HR in Ather 450X HR homologated?For starters, HR can mean a lot of things. Considering electric scooter nomenclature and the fact that these HR models claim a higher range in homologation documents, HR in Ather 450X HR and Ather 450S HR could mean ‘High Range’ or ‘Higher Range’. The new models will be identical to Ather’s outgoing design.In terms of dimensions, both Ather 450X HR and Ather 450S HR have the same dimensions – 1837 mm in length, 739 mm in width, 1114 mm in height, 1296 mm in wheelbase and has a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 243 kg. All Ather’s scooters follow the same dimensions as the brand only has one scooter design, with a 2nd maxi scooter design in the works.Both Ather 450X HR and 450S HR boast almost similar specs where powertrains are concerned. But there are surprises in the mix. A 74 Ah battery pack is common between the two. When Voltage is brought into the mix, Ather 450X HR has less energy at 3.66 kWh as opposed to 3.76 kWh of Ather 450S HR.Ather 450X HR HomologatedThat said, both the batteries weigh 22 kg each. Where range is concerned, Ather 450X HR boasts up to 158 km and 450S HR claims 156 km as per AIS 040 (Rev 1). As of now, Ather 450X is on offer with 2.9 kWh and 3.7 kWh battery options promising 111 km and 150 km of claimed range.However, top speed for Ather 450X HR isn’t mentioned in the new homologation documents. Ather 450S HR claims an 80 km/h top speed and has a comparable range of 450X HR. So, a 90 km/h top speed is highly likely with 450X HR. For context, both 450S and 450X currently on sale, promise a top speed of 90 km/h.What to expect in terms of features?Power figures ranges between 1.9 kW (2.54 bhp) in Eco Mode and 6.4 kW (8.6 bhp) in Warp Mode. Sport Mode, Ride Mode and Smart Eco Mode packs 5.5 kW (7.37 bhp), 3.2 kW (4.29 bhp) and 2.3 kW (3.08 bhp) respectively. Recently homologated 450S HR lacks Warp Mode and has slightly less power in other modes.Where features are concerned, Ather 450X HR will come equipped with all the bells and whistles. The 7-inch Google-powered touchscreen dashboard with Google Maps, sleek UI and others will be on offer. Other attributes like dual disc brakes, LED lighting, 22L boot space, and others are highly likely too.There may be new and exciting colours exclusive to HR models too. We’re not sure whether Ather is offering its Pro package as standard fitment with 450X HR. As of now, Pro pack for 450X costs Rs. 23,000 and comes with Ather RideAssist, Ather Connect, and AtherStack OTA updates. Launch could happen very soon. More

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      Royal Enfield Scram 450 (Himalayan Based) Render In Multiple Colourways

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      Royal Enfield Scram 450 renderIn the slew of planned future products, Royal Enfield Scram 450 is one of the most attractiveThe cat is out of the bag and we all know that Royal Enfield Scram 450 is coming. We have been witnessing test mules of Scram 450 since May 2022. It was first spied testing alongside its ADV sibling Himalayan 450. These are likely to be sold alongside the current Himalayan and Scram 411. Rendering artist Pratyush Rout has penned down his version of Scram 450. Let’s take a look.Royal Enfield Scram 450 RenderThere is a new platform under development at Royal Enfield. This 450cc platform boasts a more tech-savvy engine with greater power and torque reserves. It is said to get a 6-speed gearbox, liquid cooling, LED lighting, and a lot more. It is evident that Royal Enfield Scram 450 will be pitted below Himalayan 450. We say this because there is a lot of equipment on Himalayan 450 which Scram 450 lacks.For instance, Scram 450 lacks front USD forks, split seats, rear luggage rack, spoked wheels, front windshield and some more. All of these are found on Himalayan 450. Our render encapsulates all of these elements based on test mules spotted till now. The name could be Scram 450 or the company may be inclined to go with other names like Guerrilla 450, trademarked already.Pratyush Rout has stuck to classic Royal Enfield design DNA that the brand used on Scram 411. Fuel tank on Scram 450 render is similar to that of Himalayan 450. Our render has a colour-coded tank extension too, with Royal Enfield lettering. Fuel tank gets Royal Enfield logo too. Our render has an attractive ribbed single-piece seat, a clean tail section along with LED turn indicators.Royal Enfield Scram 450 render colourwaysScram 450 gets a circular instrument console that is tilted toward rider. This ensures that the information on that screen will be in rider’s peripheral vision at all times. Other styling elements on Scram 450 render are coded headlight cowl, fork gaiters, LED turn indicators, and a cleaner overall profile.Specs & FeaturesHimalayan 450 is on the verge of launching, with production commenced recently. Scram 450 may launch at a later date. That said, there can be further revisions if Royal Enfield deems it worthy. Our renders replicate some of design attributes that Royal Enfield has previously implemented in terms of colours, branding and finishes.The new engine is a 450cc unit that gets liquid cooling and DOHC. There is a high possibility that this new engine may develop over 40 bhp and 40 Nm of torque. In contrast, 411cc engine that currently powers Himalayan and Scram 411 makes 24 bhp and 32 Nm.Royal Enfield Scram 450 render GreenModern features like a 6-speed gearbox and liquid cooling will be offered. Launch timeline is not yet confirmed officially. Given company’s history of extensive testing, Royal Enfield Scram 450 will be launched somewhere in mid-2023 or beyond. When launched, the main rivals for Scram 450 are Triumph Scrambler 400X and upcoming KTM 390 Enduro, that is spotted testing alongside 390 Adventure and Hero’s Xpulse 440. More

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      KTM India Sales Sep 2023 – Duke, RC, 125, 200, 250, 390 ADV

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      2024 KTM Duke 390KTM India has reported a significant decline in sales for the month of September 2023 – Year-on-Year (YoY) and Month-on-Month (MoM) sales figures reveal a challenging period for the brandKTM sells motorcycles in the 125cc to 400cc range in India. These are Duke 125, Duke 200, Duke 250, Duke 390, RC 125, RC 200, RC 390, ADV 250 and ADV 390. In September 2023, KTM’s domestic sales witnessed a YoY drop across all its models. KTM’s domestic sales amounted to 4,690 units in September 2023, compared to 8,302 units in September 2022, reflecting a steep decline of 43.51%.KTM India Sales Jan 2023 – DomesticKTM 200 recorded 3,112 units sold, down from 3,970 units in September 2022, marking a decline of 21.61%. However, it still holds the lion’s share of the domestic market at 66.35%. KTM 390 saw a decrease of 25.90% YoY, with 1,116 units sold compared to 1,506 units in the same period last year. Its market share stands at 23.80%.KTM India Domestic Sales Sep 2023KTM 250 struggled the most, experiencing an alarming 88.01% drop, selling only 259 units in September 2023 compared to 2,160 units in September 2022. KTM 125 also faced a significant setback, with 203 units sold, down by 69.52% from the 666 units sold last year. When comparing September 2023 to the previous month, August 2023, KTM’s domestic sales showed a MoM decrease. KTM’s domestic sales totalled 4,690 units in September 2023, down 12.66% from the 5,370 units sold in August 2023.KTM 200 sales declined by 8.55% MoM, from 3,403 units in August 2023 to 3,112 units in September 2023, with a 63.37% market share. KTM 390 experienced a 30.53% increase in sales, from 855 units in August 2023 to 1,116 units in September 2023, claiming a 15.92% market share. KTM 250 saw a significant MoM drop of 70.80%, with 259 units sold in September 2023 compared to 887 units in August 2023. KTM 125 also suffered a MoM decline, down by 9.78% with 203 units sold in September 2023 compared to 225 units in August 2023.KTM India Exports Sep 2023KTM India Exports Jan 2023KTM’s exports also faced challenges in September 2023, with a significant decline in both YoY and MoM. KTM 390 exports fell by 47.92% YoY, with 1,151 units exported in September 2023 compared to 2,210 units in the same period last year. KTM 200 exports experienced a slight YoY increase of 8.22%, with 974 units exported in September 2023 compared to 900 units in September 2022. KTM 250 exports plummeted by 99.30%, with only four units exported in September 2023, compared to 571 units in the previous year.Surprisingly, KTM 125 had no exports in September 2023, compared to 978 units in September 2022. KTM 390 exports increased by 12.40% MoM, with 1,151 units exported in September 2023 compared to 1,024 units in August 2023. KTM 200 exports also showed a MoM improvement, up by 6.33% with 974 units exported in September 2023, compared to 916 units in August 2023. KTM 250 exports, however, plummeted by 99.53% MoM, with only four units exported in September 2023 compared to 860 units in August 2023. There were no exports of the KTM 125 in September 2023, compared to seven units in the previous month.Cumulative Sales (Domestic + Exports)YoY performance – KTM 200 retained the highest market share at 59.92%, with 4,086 units sold. KTM 390 followed with 2,267 units sold, claiming a 33.25% market share. KTM 250 struggled, with a mere 263 units sold, resulting in a 3.86% market share. KTM 125 sold 203 units, making up 2.98% of the market. In total, KTM achieved sales of 6,819 units in September 2023, compared to 12,961 units in September 2022, reflecting a significant decline of 47.39%.KTM India Total (sales + exports) Sep 2023Comparing September 2023 to August 2023: KTM 200 claimed 52.82% of the market, with 4,086 units sold, down 5.39% from August. KTM 390 had a 20.65% MoM increase, with 2,267 units sold, gaining a 22.98% market share. KTM 250, however, faced an 84.95% MoM decline, with 263 units sold, representing 21.36% of the market. KTM 125 sold 203 units, making up 2.84% of the market. In total, KTM’s cumulative sales in September 2023 reached 6,819 units, down by 16.61% from August 2023. More

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      Honda XL750 Transalp Adventure Motorcycle Launch Price Rs 11 Lakh – 2 Colours

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      Honda XL750 Transalp AdventureHonda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has launched the XL750 Transalp adventure tourer in India – Priced at an introductory rate of Rs. 10,99,990 (ex-showroom)Honda XL750 Transalp arrives in India through the CBU (completely built-up) route from Japan and will be exclusively available at Honda’s premium BigWing Top Line dealerships. This strategic move underscores Honda’s commitment to delivering top-notch adventure motorcycles to the Indian market. This versatile motorcycle promises to cater to adventure enthusiasts across the nation. The XL750 Transalp, hailing from Honda’s illustrious lineage, is set to redefine adventure touring experiences.Honda XL750 Transalp AdventureMr. Tsutsumu Otani, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, expressed his excitement, saying, “We are pleased to launch the All-New XL750 Transalp in India. As the adventure motorcycle category continues to flourish, customers are more eager than ever to get out and explore on wheels. The Honda XL750 Transalp is loved by adventure enthusiasts across the globe, and we are confident that it will surely excite the ADV buyers in India too.”Honda XL750 Transalp AdventureCommenting on the launch, Mr. Yogesh Mathur, Director, Sales and Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, highlighted the XL750 Transalp’s spirit, stating, “Inheriting the go-anywhere spirit, the XL750 Transalp is an all-round legend of adventure touring reborn in a fresh avatar. HMSI is proud to introduce this true adventure bike in India. The bookings for the Honda XL750 Transalp are now open at our exclusive BigWing Top Line dealerships, and its deliveries will begin from next month onwards.”Styling and Equipment: A Perfect All-RounderThe XL750 Transalp embodies the spirit of adventure with its distinctive styling. It carries forward the legacy of the iconic original Transalp from the 1980s, making it instantly recognizable and accepted by ADV enthusiasts worldwide. The motorcycle boasts a compact headlight, an integrated windscreen, and large tank shrouds that enhance its fearless expression and aerodynamic performance. The rear design features an aluminum rear carrier and an LED lighting system, completing the adventure-inspired look.Honda XL750 Transalp AdventureEquipped with a 5.0-inch TFT panel, the XL750 Transalp provides riders with essential information, including a speedometer, tachometer, gear-position indicator, fuel gauge, consumption data, riding modes, engine parameters, and more. The display is customizable to suit the rider’s preferences and can be managed either via the screen or the left handlebar switchgear. Additionally, the Honda Smartphone Voice Control system (HSVCs) integrates seamlessly with the motorcycle, enabling voice management of calls, messages, music, and navigation while on the move. Safety features include an emergency stop signal function and automatic turn signal cancelling.Engine and Performance: A True PowerhousePowering the XL750 Transalp is a new 755cc liquid-cooled 270º crank in-line two-cylinder engine. This engineering marvel delivers 67.5 kW of power and a peak torque of 75 Nm, coupled with a responsive 6-speed gearbox. Vortex flow ducts ensure razor-sharp pick-up and throttle response, while Ni-SiC coating on the cylinders enhances engine efficiency.The motorcycle offers five riding modes, accessible through a Throttle-By-Wire (TBW) system. Riders can customize their experience by selecting their preferred combination of Engine Power, Engine Braking, and Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) with ABS and assist slipper clutch. The available modes include Sport, Standard, Rain, Gravel, and User, catering to diverse riding conditions and preferences.Suspension, Brakes, and Tyres: Unmatched VersatilityThe XL750 Transalp’s lightweight steel diamond frame strikes a perfect balance between stability and maneuverability. With a 21-inch front wheel and an 18-inch rear wheel, equipped with spokes, this adventure tourer delivers versatility both on and off the road. Showa 43mm SFF-CA™ upside-down (USD) front forks and a rear shock operating through Pro-Link ensure a comfortable and controlled ride. Braking duties are performed by dual 310mm wave discs with hydraulic 2-piston calipers at the front and a 256 mm single disc with a 1-pot caliper at the rear, featuring dual-channel ABS as standard.Colours, Price, and Availability:The All-New Honda XL750 Transalp is attractively priced at Rs. 10,99,990 (introductory & ex-showroom, Gurugram). It will be available in two striking colour schemes: Ross White and Matte Ballistic Black. Bookings are now open for the first 100 customers at HMSI’s exclusive BigWing Topline dealerships in Gurugram (Haryana), Mumbai (Maharashtra), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Indore (Madhya Pradesh), Kochi (Kerala), Hyderabad (Telangana), Chennai (Tamil Nadu), and Kolkata (West Bengal). Deliveries will commence from November 2023, ensuring that adventure enthusiasts can embark on their journeys with the XL750 Transalp. More

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      500cc+ Motorcycle Sales September 2023 – RE 650, Z900, Hayabusa, Ninja

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      Image for reference onlyOnce the best-sellers, RE 650 Twins have been sidelined by Super Meteor 650 to take the crown in 500cc+ motorcycle sales September 2023After 300cc to 500cc motorcycle sales, Big bike sales in September 2023 resulted on a rather positive note too. The 500cc+ motorcycle sales September 2023 favoured Royal Enfield like clockwork owing to the affordability of RE’s 650cc platform based motorcycles. In total, big bikes sold 3,689 units in September 2023, which yielded 76.25% YoY growth over 2,093 units sold last year. Volume gain was 1,596 units YoY.500cc+ Motorcycle Sales September 2023The highest-selling 500cc+ motorcycle is the relatively newer Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, followed by 650 Twins comprising Interceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 with 2,039 units and 1,280 units respectively. 650 Twins saw a 25.15% YoY decline, losing 430 units in volume along the way. Super Meteor 650 had a 55.27% market share and 650 Twins 34.70%.In total, Royal Enfield sold 3,319 big bikes last month with 90% market share in 500cc+ motorcycle sales. Next in line is India’s favourite 4-cylinder bike Kawasaki Z900 with 151 units sold, registering 71.59% YoY growth over 88 units sold a year ago. In 4th place, we have Suzuki Hayabusa with 58 units sold. This is impressive considering Hayabusa sold 0 units in August 2023.Hayabusa showed 61.11% YoY growth and gained 22 units in volume YoY. In 5th place, we have Triumph Street Triple with 51 units sold, registering 325% YoY growth with 39 units gained in volume YoY and becoming the highest-selling triple-cylinder motorcycle in India. Kawasaki Z650, Versys 650 and Ninja 650 secured 6th, 7th and 8th positions respectively.500cc+ Motorcycle Sales September 2023Kawasaki Z650, Versys 650 and Ninja 650 sold 19, 17 and 16 units with positive growth of 137%, 750% and 60% YoY growth respectively. Triumph Trident 660 sold 12 units last month and sales more than halved YoY at a 57.14% YoY decline, losing 16 units in volume YoY.Big bikes with single-digit salesTriumph Tiger 900, Speed Twin 900 and Harley-Davidson Nightster sold 5 units each. Nightster showed 150% YoY growth and Speed Twin 900 25% YoY growth, while Tiger 900 halved its sales YoY. Triumph Speed Twin 1200 and Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 107 sold 4 units each, with Speed Twin 1200 showing 20% YoY decline.Kawasaki Z650RS, Versys 1000, Triumph Bonneville T100 and Street Scrambler sold 3 units each in September 2023. Except for Bonneville T100 with 200% YoY growth, others didn’t see any positive growth. Triumph Rocket III is the motorcycle with world’s largest production engine and it sold 2 units last month, registering 77.78% YoY decline over 9 units sold last year.Aprilia RS660, Harley-Davidson Street Glide, Heritage Classic, Fat Bob, Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster, Bonneville T120 and Kawasaki Vulcan S all sold 1 units each, with no positive growth to register.Big bikes with 0 salesLastly, we have motorcycles that didn’t see any buyers last month. These include Honda Goldwing, CBR650R, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, Harley-Davidson Pan America, Fat Boy 114, 883 Iron, Standard, Street Bob, Triumph Tiger 660, Tiger 1200, Bonneville Bobber and Suzuki V-Strom 650.For a very long time, Honda has been selling zero big bikes in India. This could be concerning for BigWing dealers and a price revision across Honda big bikes can prove fruitful for one of the most iconic motorcycle brand in the world. More

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      TVS Ronin TD Special Edition Launched – New Triple Tone Colour

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      TVS Ronin TD Special EditionWith a new triple-tone colour scheme on TVS Ronin TD Special Edition, this stylish motorcycle dives into the festivitiesBorn to bridge the gap between roadster, cruiser and scrambler motorcycle segments, TVS Ronin is one of the more interesting vehicles in quarter-liter class. The primary rival for Ronin is Royal Enfield Hunter 350. For the festive season, TVS Ronin wears a new Special Edition avatar, sold with top-spec TD trim only and costs Rs. 1.73 lakh (ex-sh).TVS Ronin TD Special EditionTVS Ronin is powered by a 225.9cc engine that generates 20.4 PS of max power at 7,750 rpm and 19.93 Nm of peak torque at 3,750 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox and a slip-and-assist clutch. The bike has USD forks at front and a mono-shock unit at rear with a 7-step adjustable preload.While SS and DS variants have single-channel ABS, Ronin TD has dual-channel ABS. Special Edition is only on offer with top-spec TD trim. The main highlight of TVS Ronin TD Special Edition is its new triple-tone colour scheme called Nimbus Grey. Along with that, TVS is bundling a few add-ons that were part of Ronin’s extensive range of accessories.Starting with Nimbus Grey triple-tone colour scheme, it does stand out from other standard shades. The primary base coat is close to Nardo Grey, complemented by larger White stripes and smaller Red stripes. Combined, these colours form a triple-tone effect.MS Dhoni taking delivery of his new motorcycle – TVS RoninNot just that, Special Edition brings TVS Ronin branding on wheels, a blacked-out headlight bezel, and a completely blacked-out engine bay and componentry in lower half of this motorcycle. Accessories like a USB phone charger, a decently tall windscreen and an FI cover are standard with TVS Ronin TD Special Edition.TVS Ronin accessoriesTVS Ronin has a retro profile with features such as a round headlamp, tear-drop-shaped fuel tank and wide rear mudguard. For personalization and improved functionality, TVS has introduced a wide range of official accessories for Ronin. These are broadly classified as Style, Convenience and Touring accessories.For improved styling, users can choose accessories such as engine cover, bar end weights, EFI cover, tank grip and front brake reservoir lid. Some accessories such as the front brake reservoir lid are available in Silver as well as Black colour options. Tank grip is functionally relevant, as it allows improved control of the bike.TVS Ronin loaded with accessoriesFor improved functionality, users can choose accessories such as a visor, tank bag, USB charger and adjustable lever kit. Touring accessories include saddle bag stays, rear racks, saddle bags and tail bags. A number of accessories kits are also available such as rear rack kit, style kit, urban kit and tour kit. The kits can work out cheaper, as compared to buying individual items separately.TVS Ronin featuresTVS Ronin has an all-LED setup with a fully digital instrument console. Top-spec TD variant has been equipped with TVS SmartXonnect connectivity platform. It has features such as voice assist, turn-by-turn navigation, estimated time of arrival (ETA), incoming call alert/receive, custom window notification and ride analytics.In terms of convenience, TVS Ronin is equipped with an integrated starter generator (ISG), distance to empty (DTE), gear shift assist, side stand indicator with engine cut-off function, hazard lamp, two trip meters and service due indication. Other key features include an asymmetrical speedometer, signature T-shaped pilot lamp, block tread tyres, Rain and Urban ABS modes and glide-through technology (GTT).TVS Ronin colour options are based on the variant. SS, DS and TD have monotone, dual-tone, and triple-tone colour themes, respectively. Colour options are Lightning Black and Magma Red for SS; Stargaze Black and Delta Blue for DS; and Galactic Grey and Dawn Orange for TD variant. More

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      Ducati Reveals Most Powerful Single-Cylinder Engine – 83.4 bhp

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      New Ducati Single Cylinder EngineDucati’s new single-cylinder engine can be used for multiple new bikes, one of which will be a motard-style machineAlso known as the ‘thumpers’, single-cylinder engines are popular for their affordability and low maintenance. These are the most widely used engines for entry-level motorcycles and are available in both two-stroke and four-stroke formats. However, single-cylinder engines have their limitations. As if to push this architecture to its limits, Ducati has come up with the world’s most powerful and highest revving single-cylinder engine.Ducati Superquadro Mono – The complete storyIt’s been almost three decades since Ducati last produced a single-cylinder bike. It was in 1993 that Supermono 550 race bikes were in production. These too had quite a reputation, generating 75 hp at 10,000 rpm. The bikes used borrowed hardware such as the horizontal cylinder and desmodromics from an 888 Racing V-twin.[embedded content]Now, thirty years later, Ducati has come up with an even better version of the Supermono. There’s a human connection as well, with Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali actively involved in both projects. Thirty years earlier, Domenicali was the project leader of the Supermono project. Now working as the CEO, he has played a key role in ensuring the success of the world’s most powerful single-cylinder engine.Ducati Superquadro Mono – tech specsDucati’s new 659cc, single-cylinder engine is being claimed as the world’s most powerful and highest revving road-going unit ever produced. It borrows the 116 mm piston from the 1285c V-twin ‘Superquadro’, which has been used on the 1299 Panigale. The stroke is 62.4 mm, which is only 1.6 mm longer in comparison to that of the superbike. Due to this, the engine has huge oversquare dimensions and high revs. It also explains why the engine has been named the Superquadro. It essentially means the super square.New Ducati Single Cylinder EngineAt max RPM, the piston of Superquadro can move 21 meters per second. The engine borrows various other components from the 1299 Panigale. It includes the combustion chamber, valves and desmo timing control. However, around 80% of the Superquadro engine is entirely new. In standard configuration, the engine generates 76.4 bhp. This can be increased to 83.4 bhp in track-ready configuration. With a desmodromic top end, the top rev range is an impressive 10,250 rpm.New Ducati Single Cylinder EngineChallenges for the Superquadro projectWhile it was easy to imagine the Superquadro, developing the engine was not an easy task. To make it practical, it was necessary to keep the engine as compact and lightweight as possible. And without compromising on the targeted performance figures. Every gram of metal had to be wisely used to ensure a lightweight profile and achieve higher power-to-weight ratio.To make it possible, a number of tweaks and innovations have been implemented. For example, the cam profile has been completely redesigned. A smaller throttle body diameter has been used for the intake duct and the length has also been changed. Design and length of the exhaust pipe were also tweaked accordingly. All these changes helped achieve a robust torque curve. More