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      Top 10 Motorcycle Sales April 2023 – Splendor, Pulsar, Apache, Classic 350, FZ

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      Image – The Sameer VlogsHero Splendor, Bajaj Pulsar and Honda CB Shine lead the pack in April 2023 – At No 3 it was CB Shine that saw YoY degrowthMotorcycles that featured among the top 10 list in April 2023 improved by 22.14 percent YoY. Total sales stood at 7,30,702 units in the past month, up from 5.98,267 units sold in April 2022. This was volume growth of 1,32,435 units.Top 10 Motorcycle Sales April 2023 – Hero Splendor at No. 1Hero Splendor was the best-selling motorcycle in India in April 2023 commanding a 36.30 percent share on this list. Sales stood at 2,65,225 units, up 13.30 percent from 2,34,085 units sold in April 2022. The Splendor was also the No. 1 motorcycle in FY 2023 with 32,55,744 units in FY 2023 up 22.15 percent from 26,65,386 units sold in FY 2022.Top 10 motorcycles April 2023At No. 2 was the Bajaj Pulsar with 1,15,371 units sold in April 2023. This was a YoY growth of 150.59 percent from 46,040 units sold in April 2022. Honda CB Shine has seen a YoY de-growth of 15.32 percent with sales down to 89,261 units in the past month. This was as against 1,05,413 units sold in April 2022 relating to a 16,152 unit dip in volumes.HF Deluxe sales also fell 21.77 percent YoY to 78,700 units in April 2023, from 1,00,601 units sold in April 2022. The HF Deluxe currently commands a 10.77 percent share on this list. There was also Bajaj Platina at No.5, sales of which improved by 17.82 percent YoY. Platina sales stood at 46,322 units in April 2023 from 39,316 units sold in April 2022.Top 10 motorcycles April 2023TVS Apache followed with 419.59 percent YoY growth to 38,148 units sold last month, up from 7,342 units sold in April 2022. TVS Apache sales also reached a milestone in Feb 2023 to 5 million units (50 lakh).There was also the Raider from the TVS Motor lineup that made it to No. 7 on this list with 31,491 units sold in April 2023, recording the highest YoY growth of 828.39 percent from just 3,392 units sold in April 2022. This was a YoY volume growth of 28,099 units.RE Classic Sales Dip YoYSales of the RE Classic 350 fell 17.79 percent YoY to 26,781 units in April 2023 from 32,575 units sold in April 2022. However, it was the best-selling motorcycle in the 350cc segment.Yamaha FZ followed with 20,931 units sold in April 2023, up 26.79 percent from 16,508 units sold in April 2022 while at No. 10 was the Sport with a 42.15 percent YoY growth in sales to 18,472 units from 12,995 units sold in April 2022. More

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      Royal Enfield INT 650 Based Katana Scrambler by Neev Motorcycles

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      Royal Enfield Katana 650 Scrambler based on Interceptor 650A lot of aftermarket accessories, custom CNC and lathe machined components along with hand-crafted elements make Neev Motorcycles KatanaRoyal Enfield motorcycles are one of the favourites for custom jobs. It is like a vanilla ice cream which can take any sort of toppings, mixed flavours and sprinkles too. Neev Motorcycles is one of the most renowned motorcycle modders in the country.Their newest creation Katana is based on a donor bike that started life as a Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. Now, Neev has transformed this vanilla cruiser into a flavourful scrambler-style motorcycle flexing on its newfound muscle. Katana screams sophistication and style and reflects Neev Motorcycles’ designing prowess.Royal Enfield Katana 650 Scrambler based on Interceptor 650Neev Motorcycles Katana – The Scrambler Interceptor 650 wish it wasOne look at Neev motorcycles Katana is enough to appreciate the design language. Neev has not digressed from Interceptor 650’s original design. But enhanced it in a way that comes off as tasteful and macho. The main elements contributing to that effect are front USD telescopic forks and side mounted and vertically stacked instrument clusters.Along with these, 170/60-17 front block pattern tyres lend an aggressive approach. The same tyre wrapped on 17” wheel is at the rear too. Both wheels get covers to make the design sleeker and more sophisticated. Unlike other builds in the past, Neev didn’t go for a dual disc setup at the front. Instead, they chose to upgrade the front caliper to a 4-pot unit, kept rear setup unchanged.Royal Enfield Katana 650 Scrambler based on Interceptor 650To make Katana, Neev hand-fabricated a lot of components. Some of these include front and rear mudguards, side body panels, detailing on its fuel tank, wheel covers, exhaust system and its protective covers, a new subframe along with a new tail tidy, a stylish sump guard that doubles as engine cowl, number plate holders and the setup for repositioned instrument consoles.Royal Enfield Katana 650 Scrambler based on Interceptor 650Ribbed seat is custom too and screams Scrambler design and Neev has added a bolt-on backrest as well. CNC machined wide triple tree is made out of billet aluminium, custom CNC machined clip on handlebars and Neev is offering lathe-machined disc brake fittings, axles and spacers as well. The intricately finished colour schemes look swanky.Interceptor 650 will Scramble On with this new mod jobThe only oddity in this build is in its exhaust system. Neev has installed Akropovic branded exhaust end cans on both sides. On its left exhaust, this end can is not mirrored. In this sense, it is optimised for right-side exhaust applications and looks slightly odd when installed on the left side. Neev could have gone for exhaust rerouting into one right-side high-set Scrambler-style exhaust too.Royal Enfield Katana 650 Scrambler based on Interceptor 650Maybe customer briefing dictated this end-result. Other than that, Neev Motorcycles Katana is a heart throbber. Neev Motorcycles has installed a lot of high-end aftermarket components on Katana. Some of them are LED headlights, LED tail lights, LED blinkers, exhaust mufflers, a rear tyre hugger, ORVMs and handlebar grips. In other news, Royal Enfield is coming up with a new Scrambler based on Interceptor 650. It can take the name Interceptor Bear 650 (trademarked). The company might launch it in 2024. More

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      Top 10 Scooters April 2023 – Activa, Jupiter, Xoom, Ather, iQube

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      Ather Electric ScooterHonda Activa has continuously ruled the scooter sales list in India for yearsFollowing our earlier report on top 10 two-wheeler sales in India in April 2023, we now bring take a look at scooter sales during the past month. Top five products – Honda Activa, TVS Jupiter, Suzuki Access, TVS NTorq and Hero Xoom constituted 90 percent of sales on this list.Total sales in the past month stood at 4,36,051 units, up 42.32 percent from 3,06,389 units sold in April 2022. This was a volume growth of 1,29,662 units. Also taking into account scooter sales during the past financial year, there were 45,32,985 units sold in FY 2023 up 25.61 percent when compared to 36,08,899 units sold in FY 2022, thus relating to volume growth of 9,24,086 unitsTop 10 Scooters April 2023Top 10 Scooter Sales April 2023Honda Activa topped the sales list once again, leading over each of the others by a significant margin. There had been 1,63,357 units sold in April 2022 which improved by 50.60 percent to 1,46,016 units in April 2023. This was volume growth of 82,659 units with the Activa commanding a 56.42 percent market share. Earlier this month the company dropped the 6G nameplate from the Activa. The scooter will now be known just as the Activa now with the 6G suffix being dropped.TVS Jupiter sales dipped on a YoY basis to 59,583 units in April 2023, down from 60,957 units sold in April 2022. The Jupiter scooter commands a 13.66 percent market share. At No. 3 was Suzuki Access scooter with sales of 52,231 units in April 2023. This was a 58.60 percent YoY growth from 32,932 units sold in April 2022 with Access holding an 11.98 percent market share.Top 10 Scooters April 2023Sales growth was also reported for the TVS Ntroq that improved 5.79 percent YoY to 26,730 units in April 2023 from 25,267 units sold in April 2022. There was also the Xoom scooter on this list with 11,938 units sold last month. The Hero Xoom was launched in January 2023. This 110cc scooter in the sporty segment, is offered in three variants – LX (Rs 68,599, VX (Rs 71,799) and ZX (Rs. 76,699). All prices are ex-showroom.Lower down the list was the Suzuki Burgman with 10,335 units sold in the past month from 9,088 units sold in April 2022. It was followed by the RayZR which has seen a 72.12 percent YoY growth to 9,945 units in April 2023 from 5,778 units sold in the same month last year.2 Electric Scooters in India’s top 10 scooters list – Ather 450X, TVS iQubeAther 450X electric scooter has posted an 82.62 percent YoY growth. Sales stood at 6,746 units in April 2023, from 3,694 units sold in April 2022. Ather has introduced a new base variant while the 450 Plus has been discontinued. This base variant is priced at Rs 98,079 while Ather 450X with ProPack carries a price tag of Rs 1,28,443. There was also the Fascino scooter (6,300 units) and TVS iQube (5,227 units) with both seeing YoY growth of 61.70 percent and 338.52 percent respectively. More

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      350cc Motorcycle Sales April 2023 – Classic, Bullet, CB350, Jawa, Yezdi

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      New Royal Enfield Meteor 350The 350cc segment accounts for sales of 60,000-70,000 units each month with models from Royal Enfield commanding a 90 percent market shareMotorcycle sales in the 350cc segment increased by 21.78 percent YoY in April 2023 while it was also a 13.44 percent MoM growth. It was RE Classic that headed sales charts despite a YoY decline, while the more recently launched Hunter 350 also contributed to sales.There is set to be some competition coming into this segment with the new Harley Davidson 420cc. It is getting ready for launch later this year. There is also the Bajaj-Triumph motorcycle planned for launch next month. There are also 13 motorcycles planned for launch by Royal Enfield Motorcycles in various categories out of which there will be 2 in 350cc segment.350cc Motorcycle Sales April 2023Total sales in this segment in April 2023 stood at 67,643 units, up 21.78 percent from 55,545 units sold in April 2022. MoM sales improved by 13.44 percent from 59,627 units sold in March 2023. It was RE Classic at No. 1 with sales of 26,781 units in April 2023, down 17.79 percent from 32,575 units sold in April 2022. MoM sales performance was better with a 9.46 percent growth over 24,466 units sold in March 2023. The RE Classic 350 commands a 39.59 percent market share.Hunter 350 was next on the list with 15,799 units sold last month. This was a 45.96 percent MoM growth from 10,824 units sold in March 2023. Bullet 350 posted a YoY growth of 11.79 percent to 8,399 units in April 2023, up from 7,513 units sold in April 2022. It was a MoM decline in sales by 2.28 percent from 8,595 units sold in March 2023. Market share declined from 14.41 percent held in March 2023 to 12.42 percent last month.350cc Motorcycle Sales April 2023It was RE Meteor that saw good growth last month. Sales improved by 64.57 percent YoY and 22.23 percent MoM to 7,598 units in April 2023. There had been 4,617 units and 6,211 units sold in April 2022 and March 2023 respectively.Another 350cc bike from Royal Enfield to feature on the list was Electra 350. Sales however, fell to 3,779 units in April 2023 from 3,918 units sold in April 2022 relating to a 3.55 percent YoY decline. MoM sales performance was better with a 12 percent growth over 3,374 units sold in March 2023.Honda CB 350, Jawa Yezdi sales April 2023Breaking the Royal Enfield stronghold was Honda CB 350. Sales in the past month fell to 3,013 units, down 5.96 percent from 3,204 units sold in April 2022. MoM sales were better with a 12 percent growth over 3,374 units sold in March 2023.350cc Motorcycle Sales April 2023Jawa / Yezdi range (Retail) ended in the red both in terms of YoY and MoM sales. Sales dipped 38.84 percent YoY to 2,274 units in April 2023 from 3,718 units sold in April 2022 while MoM sales fell by 30.10 percent as compared to 3,252 units sold in March 2023. More

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      Vespa Dual launch price Rs 1.32 L – New colours target Gen Z buyers

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      New Vespa Dual LaunchedVespa Dual scooter range gets both 125cc and 150cc along with similar componentry as before – Meet BS6 P2 and RDE normsIndia is the largest two wheeler market in the world. This market with such gravity is of paramount importance for 2W manufacturers. Vespa is targeting a new breed of Gen Z riders who want to express themselves with flair and gusto (not Mahindra’s). The company believes Vespa Dual scooter range is the answer for this demographic.Vespa is playing with colours and adding visual appeal that Gen Z would crave. The range starts from Rs. 1.32 lakh (ex-sh) for 125cc VXL variants and goes till Rs. 1.49 lakh (ex-sh) for 150cc SXL variants. Prospective buyers can visit any of the 250+ exclusive Vespa dealerships and take delivery of these new scooters.New Vespa Dual LaunchedVespa Dual Scooter RangeThe Italian brand is bundling both 125cc and 150cc powertrains with Dual range. The smaller 125cc variants can generate 9.65 bhp of power at 7,400 RPM and 10.11 Nm of torque at 5,600 RPM. However, 150cc variants develop 10.64 bhp of power at 7,400 RPM and 11.26 Nm of torque at 5,300 RPM. Both engines are now BS6 P2 compliant, E20 fuel and RDE compliant along with OBD-II diagnostics.There are four different colour schemes that buyers can choose from. Two with VXL variants and other two with SXL variants. Pearl White + Azuro Provenza and Pearl White + Beige with VXL variants cost Rs. 1.32 lakh for 125cc options and Rs. 1.46 lakh for 150cc options (both prices ex-sh).New Vespa Dual LaunchedPearl White + Matte Red and Pearl White + Matt Black with SXL variants cost Rs. 1.37 lakh for 125cc options and Rs. 1.49 lakh for 150cc options (both prices ex-sh). The press material provided mentions Vespa Dual scooter range with Pearl White + Matte Black combo is based on VXL, even though it has a square headlight and ORVMs like that of an SXL.New Vespa Dual LaunchedSpeaking of colour combos, they are present at the bottom of side body panels and neatly merge into the colour accents on its floorboard. Panels behind the front apron get this colour accent too and is carried on to its seat cover and pillion backrest as well.Componentry remains similarOne-sided front suspension and twin hydraulic shock absorbers, front disc brake, LED headlights, CBS with 125cc and single-channel ABS on 150cc, 11” front wheel and 10” rear wheel with 150cc and 10” wheel on both ends on 125cc, 110/70-11 front and 120/70-10 rear tyres on 150cc and 90/100-10 on both ends on 125cc are likely to be similar with Vespa Dual scooter range.New Vespa Dual LaunchedMr Diego Graffi, Chairman and MD, Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd said, “ Vespa is the essence of an Italian lifestyle, of irreverent spontaneity, and living to the fullest. For years, Vespa has won over entire generations with its charisma that transmits freedom and its unconventional style. With the Vespa Dual we want to appeal to the up-and-coming Gen Z that is looking for something different and reflective of their personality.It presents us with the opportunity to reach a newer audience and welcome them to the world of Vespa. There is a Vespa for every type of customer and the Vespa Dual is for those whole like to live young and bold. As pioneers of luxury scooters, I am confident that the Vespa Dual will set new design trends in the sector and our riders will derive absolute pleasure from it.” More

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      Top 10 Two Wheelers April 2023 – Splendor, Activa, Pulsar, Access, Apache

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      Bajaj PulsarTwo wheeler sales in April 2023 saw the Splendor, Activa and Pulsar record healthy YoY growth along with the Access, Platina and ApacheThe first month of FY2024 (April 2023 – March 2024) opened on a positive note for the two wheeler segment. Sales of motorcycles and scooters in the top 10 list posted an increase of 23.79 percent on a YoY basis.Top 10 two wheeler sales stood at 10,25,782 units in April 2023 up from 8,28,643 units sold in April 2022. This was a volume growth of 1,97,139 units. Taking into account sales through FY 2023, bikes on the top 10 list also saw a 15.28 percent growth to 1,12,48,574 units, a YoY increase from 97,57,340 units sold in FY 2022.Top 10 Two Wheeler Sales April 2023Hero Splendor and Honda Activa once again ruled this segment along with the Bajaj Pulsar. Splendor sales improved by 13.30 percent YoY to 2,65,225 units in April 2023 from 2,34,085 units sold in April 2022. This was 31,140 unit volume growth with the Splendor commanding a 25.86 percent share.At No. 2 was Honda Activa with a 50.60 percent YoY growth to 2,46,357 units in April 2023 from 1,63,357 units sold in April 2022. The Activa currently commands a 23.98 percent share on this list. The automaker is now planning launch of the Activa Electric scooter sometime next year. Once launched, the Activa Electric will compete with the TVS iQube and Bajaj Chetak.Top 10 Two Wheelers April 2023YoY sales growth was also seen for the Bajaj Pulsar which improved by 150.59 percent to 1,15,371 units in April 2023, up from 46,040 units sold in April 2022. The new Pulsar NS160, NS200 and 220 have contributed to these sales.Sales de-growth was reported for the Honda CB Shine, sales of which fell by 15.32 percent to 89,261 units in the past month from 1,05,413 units sold in April 2022. This was volume de-growth of 16,152 units. It was also the HF Deluxe (78,700 units) and Jupiter (59,583 units) that suffered YoY de-growth of 21.77 percent and 2.25 percent respectively.Suzuki Access, Bajaj Platina, TVS ApacheAt No. 7 on the list of top 10 two wheeler sales in April 2023 was Suzuki Access, sales of which improved by 58.60 percent YoY to 52,231 units in April 2023, up from 32,932 units sold in April 2022. It was followed by Bajaj Platina with 46,322 units sold last month, up 18.36 percent from 39,136 units sold in April 2022. This was a 7,186 unit volume growth with Platina commanding a 4.52 percent share on this list.Top 10 Two Wheelers April 2023The maximum sales growth was seen in the case of TVS Apache, sales improved by 419.59 percent YoY. Sales stood at 38,148 units in April 2023 from 7,342 units sold in April 2022. However, sales of the TVS XL moped dipped by 9.94 percent to 34,925 units in April 2023 from 38,780 units sold in April 2022. More

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      Simple One electric scooter ready for delivery on launch day

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      Simple One Electric Scooter ready for delivery. Image – JoshThe 236 km claimed range on a single charge on Simple One electric scooter is the best in segment, even crossing Ola S1 Pro’s 181 km claimed rangeAfter multiple delays and setbacks, Simple Energy is readying its Simple One electric scooter for launch. Production commenced and the first unit rolled out of the factory earlier this month. Launch date is on May 23rd. Ahead of launch, Simple Energy is racking up scooters for deliveries.Simple One will take on established rivals like Ola S1 Pro, Ather 450X, TVS iQube ST and relatively newer entrants like Hero Vida V1 Pro. The Indian startup brand is betting big on range and that’s how it intends to cut down on range anxiety.Simple One Delivery Units Papped – The next big thing in 2W EV space?Prospective buyers can book a Simple One electric scooter for Rs. 1,947. Which is fully refundable. Simple Energy will reveal the scooter’s full pricing at launch on May 23rd. Unlike Ola Electric which took the direction of a swooping and curvaceous body, Simple Energy is offering sharp details with edgy design language.That said, nothing looks overdone. The triangular headlight housing looks neat and complements the overall design. Turn indicators are LEDs and tail lights remind me of Apache RR 310 for some reason. In the beginning, there were talks about a 4.8 kWh fixed battery and two removable batteries taking the total to 6.4 kWh.Simple One Electric Scooter productionThat doesn’t seem to be the case with the production model as now there is a 30L under-seat storage. 4.8 kWh battery is still the largest among electric scooters in India and Simple Energy is claiming 236 km of range. Ola S1 Pro is revered as the current king of range with a claimed 181 km. Simple One tops that with quite a margin.Other headline figures include 0-40 km/h in 2.77 seconds and a top speed of 105 km/h, 8.5 kW of peak power (11.3 bhp) and 4.5 kW (6.03 bhp) continuous power. Another headline figure is 72 Nm torque from its mid-mounted motor driving the rear wheel with a belt drive and AIS 156 Amendment 3 certification from ICAT.Feature loaded and safe at the same timeThis new standard covers safety mandates for vehicles with an electric powertrain. There are four colours on offer namely Brazen Black, Namma Red, Azure Blue and Grace White. There is a touchscreen infotainment display as well and features advanced features like navigation, music controls, call alerts and actions, remote access, geo-fencing, OTA updates, remote locking and more.Simple Energy is promising a One Loop charging network as well, which is yet to be implemented. Componentry includes conventional telescopic front forks, 90/90-12 tyres wrapped on 12” alloy wheels at both ends, disc brakes at both ends with patented combi brakes and more. All these weigh in at 115 kg wet, which is commendable. More

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      2023 Bajaj Avenger 220 Street Walkaround – All New Changes Detailed

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      2023 Bajaj Avenger 220 StreetJust like Avenger 220 Cruise, the new Avenger 220 Street does not have any direct rivals at the time of launchIn a surprising move, Bajaj has relaunched Avenger 220 Street in India. It is available at the same price as that of Bajaj 220 Cruise. As may be recalled, Avenger 220 Street was discontinued in 2020 before the stricter BS6 emission norms came into effect. Inability to generate desired sales numbers could have been one of the key reasons why Avenger 220 Street was discontinued.For city needs, Bajaj had continued with Avenger 160 Street. It is currently available at a starting price of Rs 1.12 lakh. Relaunch of 220 Street could be based on market feedback, with enthusiasts looking for a more powerful machine for city commutes. It remains to be seen if the new Avenger 220 Street can deliver better results than its predecessor.Bajaj Avenger 220 Street features – New changesA significant percentage of features have been borrowed from Avenger 160 Street. It includes the headlamp, compact visor, fork gaiters, handlebar, rear-view mirrors, circular turn indicators, fuel tank, exhaust pipe and grab rail.Ride ergonomics is also the same, featuring comfy single-piece seat and wide, raised handlebar. Alloy wheels and TVS Eurogrip tyres are the same as that of Avenger 160 Street. The full digital instrument console is the same as well, although it now has amber backlight. Colour options are expected to be the same as that of 160 Street. It includes Ebony Black and Spicy Red.2023 Bajaj Avenger 220 StreetAvenger 220 Street engine, specsBajaj Avenger 220 Street borrows the 220cc, single cylinder, oil cooled, engine from 220 Cruise. It generates 19.03 PS of max power and 17.55 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The new engine complies with the stricter BS6 Phase 2 emission norms. It also supports E20 ethanol-mix fuel. The engine has been designed to deliver refined performance. Take a look at the detailed walkaround video shared by Rash Gear channel.[embedded content]Avenger 220 Street has telescopic front forks with double anti-friction bush and 5-step adjustable twin rear shock absorber. Braking duties are performed by a 280 mm disc at front with ABS and 130 mm drum at rear. The bike has 17-inch front and 15-inch rear wheels, shod with 90/90 and 130/90 tubeless tyres, respectively.Although Avenger 220 Street has been relaunched, it is unlikely that Bajaj will be targeting massive sales numbers with the bike. Focus seems to be more on expanding options available to Avenger enthusiasts. Bajaj Avenger range caters to a niche audience base and has generated consistent sales numbers. With no direct rival and affordable pricing, 220 Street can be a good upgrade option for folks looking to buy the smaller capacity 160 Street. The price difference is just around Rs 30k.2023 Bajaj Avenger 220 StreetAmong the two, 160 Street generates higher sales than 220 Cruise. Avenger 160 Street sales in FY22-23 were more than 21,000 units, as compared to 6,216 units of the Avenger 220 Cruise. While there doesn’t seem to be any great expectations, it will be interesting to see if Avenger 220 Street can spring up some surprises. More