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      Top 10 200cc to 500cc Motorcycles Feb 2023 – Bullet, Hunter, Pulsar, Dominar

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      In February 2023, YoY growth was reported for bikes in the 200-500cc segment though MoM sales declined marginallyRoyal Enfield Bullet 350Following our earlier report on top 10 150cc to 200cc motorcycles sold in Feb 2023 which saw YoY growth of 20.03 percent, we now list out the bikes in the 200-500cc range and their performance in the past month. Motorcycle sales in the 200-500cc range stood at 76,449 units in Feb 2023. This was a 21.64 percent YoY growth over 62,847 units sold in Feb 2022. MoM sales however, dipped by 1 percent from 77,223 units sold in Jan 2023. It was however, significant growth over 65,652 units sold in December 2022.200 cc to 500cc Motorcycles Sales Feb 2023 – Royal Enfield Motorcycles DominateRoyal Enfield’s 350cc series bikes claimed top 5 positions on the list of best-selling motorcycles in the 200-500cc segment. Topping the list and that too by a significant margin was RE Classic 350. Sales stood at 27,461 units in Feb 2023, down 8.71 percent from 30,082 units sold in Feb 2022. It was however, a MoM growth of 5.08 percent over 26,134 units sold in Jan 2023. Market share improved from 33.84 percent to 35.92 percent MoM.200cc – 500cc Motorcycle Sales Feb 2023 vs Feb 2022 – YoY performanceRE Hunter 350, a recent entrant to the company lineup commanded a No. 2 spot on this list. Sales stood at 12,925 units in the past month, a MoM de-growth of 22.02 percent from 16,574 units sold in Jan 2023. It was followed by the Bullet 350 with a YoY growth in sales to 8,232 units, up 27.99 percent from 6,432 units sold in Feb 2022. MoM sales dipped 15 percent from 9,685 units sold in Jan 2023. This took the share percentage down from 12.54 percent to 10.77 percent MoM.No. 4 and 5 spots were also from the RE stables with the Meteor and Electra. Meteor 350cc sales dipped YoY and MoM to 6,698 units in Feb 2023 down 0.76 percent from 6,749 units sold in Feb 2022 and down 12.12 percent from 7,622 units sold in Jan 2023. Electra 350cc on the other hand posted both YoY and MoM growth to 5,109 units in Feb 2023. This was a 49.12 percent YoY and 21.41 percent MoM growth to command a 6.68 percent market share.200cc to 500cc Motorcycle sales market share report – Feb 2023Bajaj Auto broke the RE stronghold with the Pulsar 220/250 which has seen a 95.52 percent YoY increase in sales. Sales which had stood at 2,475 units in Feb 2022 increased to 4,839 units in Feb 2023. MoM sales also saw a spurt of 987.42 percent from just 445 units sold in Jan 2023. Market share went up to 6.33 percent from 0.58 percent MoM. RE Himalayan sales dipped 4.57 percent YoY but increased 13.69 percent MoM to 2,841 units. It was followed by the KTM 250 that posted YoY and MoM growth in sales to 1,650 units while also seeing its market share improve to 2.16 percent from 1.52 percent MoM.Dominar 400 also found increased demand in markets in the past month with sales at 701 units up 111.78 percent YoY from 331 units sold in Feb 2022. MoM sales improved by 19.62 percent from 586 units sold in Jan 2023. The list also included KTM 390 with 629 units sold last month, a 1555.26 percent YoY growth from just 38 units sold in Feb 2022. MoM sales however dipped 5.84 percent from 616 units sold in Jan 2023. Dominar 250 had 580 units sold last month.Sales in sub-500 unit range Feb 2023 – 200cc to 500cc segmentThe list also saw some motorcycles in the 200-500cc range that failed to cross sales above 500 units in Feb 2023. These included the Avenger 220 (377 units), Apache 310 (374 units), Hness CB350 (319 units) and Suzuki Gixxer 250 (228 units). Out of these, Avenger 220 was the only motorcycle to record a YoY and MoM increase in sales.200cc – 500cc Motorcycle Sales Feb 2023 vs Jan 2023 – MoM performanceLower down the order was also Ninja 300 with a 41.56 percent YoY decline in sales but 60.87 percent growth on a MoM basis to 148 units in Feb 2023. It was followed by the FZ25 with a 51.22 percent YoY decline in sales to 120 units from 246 units sold in Feb 2022 while MoM sales fell by 88.24 percent. At Nos. 19 and 20 were Husqvarna 250 (40 units) and Ninja (22 units). 0 unit sales were recorded for the V-Strom, CB399R and CB500 while Jawa/Yezdi (retails) stood at 3,156 units, down 8.15 percent YoY and 11.65 percent MoM from 3,436 units sold in Feb 2022 and 3,572 units sold in Jan 2023 respectively. More

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      Honda 2W Sales Breakup Feb 2023 – Activa, CB Shine, Dio, Unicorn

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      In February 2023, Honda two wheeler sales fell YoY both in domestic markets as well as where exports were concernedImage – Gyani EnoughHonda has reported a de-growth both in terms of domestic sales and exports in the past month.  Sales in February 2023 saw YoY de-growth in domestic markets to the extent of 20.52 percent to 2,27,084 units. This was against 2,85,706 units sold in Feb 2022 with volume de-growth at 58,622 units. Exports also remained in the red, down 25.36 percent to 20,111 units in Feb 2023. There had been 26,944 units exported in Feb 2022 relating to a volume de-growth of 6,833 units.Honda 2W Sales Breakup Feb 2023 – Activa Share At 77%In domestic markets, it was the Honda Activa that not only received the most attention, it was the only model in the company lineup to see positive sales growth. Sales stood at 1,74,503 units in Feb 2023, up 20.08 percent as against 1,45,317 units sold in Feb 2022. The Activa commands a 76.85 percent share in this list. It was the Activa that was also the best-selling scooter in the country in Feb 2023, with sales way above that of TVS Jupiter and Suzuki Access.Honda 2W Sales Breakup Feb 2023At No. 2 was the Honda CB Shine. Sales fell 56.43 percent YoY to 35,594 units in Feb 2023 from 81,700 units sold in Feb 2022. Sales de-growth was also reported for the Dio scooter by 6.44 percent to 14,489 units while sales of the Unicorn fell by 89.55 percent to 1,339 units in the past month.With only 471 units of the Honda Dream sold last month, it was a 96.96 percent YoY de-growth from 15,476 units sold in Feb 2022. Hness 350 sales also dipped 89.71 percent to 319 units last month from 3,009 units sold in Feb 2022 and Livo and Grazia sales fell by 97 percent and 95.26 percent to 222 units and 135 units respectively.Honda Sales Breakup % Share – Feb 2023Dismal performance was also seen in the case of Honda X-Blade and Hornet 2.0 with sales down 96 percent and 98.82 percent to just 6 and 5 units sold respectively in Feb 2023. Even as there was 1 unit of the Gold Wing sold last month, sales of the CB300R, CB200X, CBR650 and CB500 were down to 0 units.Honda Exports Feb 2023Honda Exports Feb 2023 – Navi, Dio, Unicorn most exportedHonda Navi scooter was most in demand in global markets. Sales stood at 8,783 units in Feb 2023, a YoY growth of 13.08 percent when compared to 7,767 units sold in Feb 2022. The Navi scooter commands a 43.67 percent share.  It was followed by the Dio scooter at No. 2 with a 36.68 percent YoY de-growth to 3,434 units in Feb 2023, down from 5,423 units sold in Feb 2022. This was a 1,989 unit volume dip in exports while the Dio commands a 17.08 percent share.Honda noted increased demand for the Unicorn 150 from export markets. Exports surged 1700 percent to 2,160 units in Feb 2023, up from just 120 units sold in Feb 2022. Honda CB Shine and X-Blade suffered YoY de-growth of 73.47 percent and 74.55 percent to 1,020 units and 796 units respectively in Feb 2023. However, it was the Grazia scooter that saw some increased demand by 112.50 percent to 680 units shipped in Feb 2023 from 320 units sold in Feb 2022.Honda Exports Breakup % Share – Feb 2023Hornet 160R and CB 350 also saw exports dip by 58 percent and 49.83 percent to 672 units and 602 units respectively in Feb 2023 while exports of the Activa scooter increased by 88.71 percent to 468 units. There had been 248 units sold in Feb 2022. Livo exports stood at 400 units while there were also 48 units of Hornet 2.0 exported in Feb 2023. Exports of the Honda Unicorn 160 and Aviator were down to 0 units. More

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      Top 10 500cc+ Motorcycles Feb 2023 – RE 650, Hayabusa, Ninja, Trident, Tiger

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      Most of the drop in sales in 500cc+ motorcycle sales charts can be pinpointed to Royal Enfield 650s decline in its numbersRoyal Enfield 650 Soul Star CustomFor a very long time, Royal Enfield has had utter dominance in 500cc+ motorcycle sales charts. Even in February 2023, that dominance continues. Market share is more than 80% even today. But there is a sharp drop in sales for RE. With just 1,170 units sold last month, RE 650 sales more than halved with a 52.61% YoY decline as opposed to 2,469 units sold a year ago.500cc+ Motorcycle Sales – Royal Enfield DominatesVolume loss stood at 1,299 units YoY which might be turned next month as there has been an update with these motorcycles with modern equipment now. 2nd in this list is the Kawasaki Z900 with 57 units sold. This is the most affordable motorcycle in India with a sweet in-line four motor and is reflected in sales as Z900 saw 103.57% YoY growth.500cc+ Motorcycle Sales Feb 2023In 3rd place, we have the living legend, Suzuki Hayabusa, with 34 units sold last month. As opposed to 12 units sold a year ago, Hayabusa saw 183.33% YoY growth with 22 units gained in volume. Trident 660 from Triumph is the entry-level portal into the British brand’s renowned in-line triple configuration. It sold 27 units and has 58.82% YoY growth. In 5th place, we have Kawasaki ZX-10R, which is the most affordable 200 bhp liter-class motorcycle in India with 16 units and 700% YoY growth.Triumph Tiger 900 and Kawasaki Ninja 650 sold 14 and 13 units respectively and registered 53.33% and 35% YoY decline. Triumph Speed Twin and Tiger 660 stood at 8th and 9th spots with 12 and 11 units sold in their name in February 2023.Motorcycle Sales 50cc+ Share % Feb 2023500cc+ Bikes With Single-Digit Sales Feb 2023As denoted above, big bikes that sell in the price-sensitive Indian market offer incredible value in some or the other aspect. Or else, the Indian market goes bullish on them for not offering a unique proposition or value. Kawasaki W800, Z 650, Ninja 1000 SX, Suzuki V-Strom 650 and Triumph Rocket III all sold 8 units each.The production motorcycle with the largest engine is Rocket III and scores 33.33% YoY growth. Kawasaki W 800 and Z 650 registered 700% and 300% YoY growth respectively. Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114 is the only one to sell 7 units last month and registered a 30% YoY decline. Kawasaki Versys 650 and Triumph Speed Twin sold 6 units each. While Speed Twin balanced its charts, Versys sales declined by 40% YoY. Both Kawasaki Vulcan S and Triumph Tiger 1200 sold 4 units each, with Vulcan registering 33.33% YoY growth. Kawasaki Versys 1000, Harley-Davidson Fat Bob and Street Glide sold 3 units each.Triumph Bonneville Bobber, Bonneville T120 and Kawasaki Z 650 RS sold 2 units each, with only the latter registering positive growth by just 1 unit. Suzuki Katana, Triumph Bonneville Speedmaster, Harley-Davidson Pan America, Nightster, Roadking and Honda Goldwing all sold 1 unit each.Zero SalesUnfortunately, some big bikes just slip through the cracks while managing to not even sell a single unit in an entire month in India. For February 2023, these motorcycles were Triumph Street Triple, Street Twin, Street Scrambler, Bonneville T100, Honda CBR 650R, Harley-Davidson Sportster S, Iron 883 and Forty Eight. In total, 500cc+ motorcycle sales chart saw 1,442 units sold in total last month. As opposed to 2,745 units sold in February 2022, this segment lost 1,303 units in volume YoY while registering a 47.47% YoY drop in sales. More

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      Hero MotoCorp Sales Breakup Feb 2023 – Splendor, Passion, Vida, Xoom

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      Hero MotoCorp has reported positive YoY sales in domestic markets but de-growth in terms of exports in February 2023New Hero XOOM – Enters top 10 scooter salesHero MotoCorp, India’s largest two wheeler maker, has revealed sales for the month of Feb 2023. It continued to lead the two wheeler segment in India with total sales (domestic + exports) of 3,94,444 units in Feb 2023, up from 3,58,313 units sold in Feb 2022. MoM total sales also increased as against 3,56,679 units sold in Jan 2023. It was the Hero Splendor that commanded the list both in domestic and export markets scaling over other models in the company lineup by a significant margin.Hero Domestic Sales Feb 2023 – Splendor accounts for 76% of total salesHero MotoCorp domestic sales stood at 3,82,301 units in Feb 2023. This was a 15.32 percent YoY growth from 3,31,521 units sold in Feb 2022, relating to a 50,780 unit volume growth. Hero Splendor was the best-selling model in the company lineup with 2,88,605 units sold last month. This was a 48.97 percent YoY growth as against 1,93,731 units sold in Feb 2022. The Splendor commands a 75.49 percent share on this list. Hero Splendor is set to see some rivalry in its segment with the new Honda Shine 100cc launched in India as it comes in with a more affordable pricing and higher level of fuel efficiency.Hero MotoCorp Domestic Sales Feb 2023Hero HF Deluxe sales dipped 25.86 percent YoY to 56,290 units in Feb 2023, down from 75,927 units sold in Feb 2022. This was a volume de-growth of 19,637 units with a share percentage of 14.72.It was followed by the Hero Glamour also with YoY degrowth in sales. Sales which had stood at 27,406 units in Feb 2022 dipped 68.94 percent to 8,512 units in the past month.  However, Hero MotoCorp noted an outstanding increase in demand for the Destini 125, sales of which surged 1121.36 percent YoY to 8,232 units in Feb 2023 from 674 units sold in Feb 2022.Hero MotoCorp Domestic Sales Share % Feb 2023The new Xoom 110 commenced deliveries in India and recorded sales of 7,214 units in the past month. Hero Xoom is priced at Rs 68,599 for the LX variant while the ZX is priced at Rs 76,699 (ex-showroom). Hero Vida is the company’s electric offering, sales of which stood at 80 units in the past month. Hero Vida V1 electric scooter, launched in India at the end of last year, is available in two variants Vida V1 Plus and Vida V1 Pro, priced at Rs 1.45 lakh and Rs 1.59 lakh respectively.Hero MotoCorp Sales vs Exports – Feb 2023Thereafter, all models posted a YoY de-growth in sales. Hero Pleasure sales dipped 62.86 percent to 5,313 units in Feb 2023 from 14,307 units sold in Feb 2022 while Passion sales fell by 35.52 percent to 4,640 units in the past month from 7,196 units sold in the same month last year. Hero Xpulse 200 also saw sales fall by 61.59 percent to 1,640 units while Hero Maestro suffered a YoY de-growth of 70.27 percent to 1,313 units in Feb 2023 from 4,417 units sold in Feb 2022. Hero Xtreme 160/200 suffered the highest YoY de-growth as compared to all models in the company lineup. Sales dipped 87.14 percent to 462 units in Feb 2023 from 3,593 units sold in Feb 2022.Hero Exports Feb 2023Hero MotoCorp suffered de-growth in terms of exports in Feb 2023. Shipments dipped 54.68 percent to 12,143 units in Feb 2023 from 26,792 units exported in Feb 2022. Every model in the company lineup suffered de-growth on a YoY basis except for the Xpulse 200 and Pleasure. In global markets too, it was Hero Splendor that commanded the most attention. Sales stood at 4,664 units in Feb 2023, down 39.30 percent as against 7,684 units sold in Feb 2022. This was a 3,020 unit volume de-growth with a share percentage of 38.41.Hero MotoCorp Exports Feb 2023Hero Hunk was at No. 2 on the export list with a YoY de-growth of 69.85 percent to 2,852 units. There had been 9,458 units shipped in Feb 2022. HF Deluxe followed closely after with 2,555 units exported in Feb 2023, down 53.15 percent when compared to 5,454 units sold in Feb 2022. There was also the Glamour (1,104 units), Hero Passion (270 units) and Maestro (258 units) exported last month, each of which posted a YoY de-growth.It was the Hero Xpulse 200 that commanded some attention globally. Sales increased by 510 percent to 244 units in Feb 2023 from just 40 units shipped in Feb 2022.  Pleasure sales also went up by 140 percent globally to 192 units in Feb 2023 from 80 units sold in Feb 2022. There were also 4 units of Hero Destini 125 exported last month, a 95 percent drop when compared to 80 units exported in Feb 2022. Xtreme 160/200 exports were down to 0 units from 40 units shipped in Feb 2022. More

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      Gogoro Electric Scooter Homologated – Specs Leak, 94 Km Range

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      Gogoro’s swappable battery platform can be a game-changer in electric two-wheeler space by lowering acquisition cost and eliminating range anxietyGogoro Electric ScooterTaiwan’s largest provider of EV battery swapping infrastructure, Gogoro has aggressive plans for Indian market. It already has tie-ups with multiple entities in India including Hero MotoCorp. Latest update is that Gogoro will soon launch its Gogoro 2 and Gogoro 2 Plus electric scooters in India.Both scooters have been homologated in India, with approval and certification provided by the Central Institute of Road Transport (CIRT). On its India website, Gogoro also lists the SuperSport model. This could be launched at a later date.Gogoro Electric Scooter homologated in India – Launch soonGogoro 2 homologated ahead of India launchGogoro 2 and Gogoro 2 Plus are 1,890 mm long, 670 mm wide and 1,110 mm tall. Wheelbase is 1,295 mm.  Both models have a gross vehicle weight of 273 kg and are equipped with a lithium-ion battery pack. As per type approval certificate, the units have been manufactured in Taiwan. Tech specs are different, with Gogoro 2 having a range of 85 km. In comparison, Gogoro 2 Plus has a range of 94 km.Electrical energy consumption is 41 Wh/km in case of Gogoro 2 and 44 Wh/km for the Plus variant. Max 30-minute power is rated at 7.2 kW and 6.4 kW, respectively. Max speed of both variants is rated at 87 kmph.Gogoro Electric ScooterSome of these specs are different from what’s stated on the company’s India website. For example, the website shows a range at 170 km for both scooters. It is possible that homologation has been done based on a single battery setup. Moreover, Gogoro could have introduced some changes in line with local riding needs.Gogoro Electric Scooter homologated in India – Launch soonGogoro 2 electric scooter has a simple, minimalistic design, with focus on comfort and convenience. It has a flat floorboard that can be used to carry a wide variety of stuff. The scooter has advanced tech features such as bio-authentication via fingerprint, face-ID and Siri voice command. Other highlights include auto weather model, one-click reverse, carbon belt system for silent operations and tyre pressure monitoring system. Gogoro 2 has a sporty digital instrument screen with a range of connectivity features.Gogoro swapping networkJust like in Taiwan and several other global markets, Gogoro will be developing a large network of battery swapping stations in India. However, it will take time, considering the complexities involved. The company is working with multiple entities to develop its battery swapping infrastructure. Battery swapping is advantageous, as users can fuel up in under 10 seconds.Gogoro Electric ScooterEarlier this year in January, Gogoro had announced its partnership with Belrise Industries in the state of Maharashtra. A 50:50 venture fund worth US$2.5 billion will be invested over the next eight years. Apart from EV manufacturing and battery swapping infrastructure development, the partnership will also focus on areas like smart mobility sharing, smart agriculture and distributed energy storage.Going forward, Gogoro is expected to have similar partnerships in other states and cities of India. Electric scooter production and battery swapping infrastructure development work will start in the coming months. More

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      TVS Sales Breakup Feb 2023 – Jupiter, XL, Apache, Ntorq, Raider, iQube

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      TVS Motor reported significant growth in domestic markets while exports dipped by over 50 percent in Feb 2023TVS iQube Mega Delivery Event In PuneTVS Motor total two wheeler sales (domestic + exports) stood at 2,65,872 units in Feb 2023. This was against 2,66,212 units sold in Feb 2022. Domestic two-wheelers saw a 27.83 percent YoY growth with sales of 221,402 units in February 2023. This was as against 1,73,198 units sold in Feb 2022 relating to a volume growth of 48,204 units.Maximum sales growth was reported for the iQube electric scooter which posted a 593.57 percent YoY increase in sales. Exports on the other hand dipped 52.19 percent to 44,470 units in Feb 2023 from 93,014 units shipped in Feb 2022. This was a volume de-growth of 48,544 units.TVS Motor Domestic Sales Feb 2023TVS Domestic Sales Feb 2023In domestic markets it was the TVS Jupiter that saw the most sales. Sales in the past month stood at 53,891 units, a 14.44 percent YoY growth over 47,092 units sold in Feb 2022 relating to a volume growth of 6,799 units. Jupiter commands a 24.34 percent share on this list. The TVS Jupiter was also the 2nd best-selling scooter in Feb 2023 after the Honda Activa.There was a YoY de-growth of 1.40 percent reported for the TVS XL, of which 35,346 units were sold in domestic markets last month. This was as compared to 35,848 units sold in Feb 2022. Apache sales surged 112.94 percent YoY to 34,935 units from 16,406 units sold in Feb 2022.TVS Domestic sales breakup % share Feb 2023At Nos. 3 and 4, TVS Apache and Raider also posted YoY growth at 112.94 percent and 105.82 percent to 34,935 units and 30,346 units respectively. These two bikes also found mention on the list of top 10 2 wheelers sold in Feb 2023.TVS Ntorq sales dipped 25.74 percent YoY to 17,124 units in Feb 2023 even as sales had stood at 23,061 units in the same month last year. This was a volume de-growth of 5,937 units with a 7.73 percent share on this list.Outstanding demand was seen for the iQube electric scooter in Feb 2023. Sales surged 593.57 percent to 15,522 units from 2,238 units sold in Feb 2022. The TVS iQube was also at No. 6 on the list of best-selling scooters last month.TVS Motor Sales and Exports Feb 2023TVS Sport sales increased 71.16 percent to 11,839 units in Feb 2023 while sales of Radeon dipped 16.29 percent to 8,212 units. YoY de-growth was also seen in the case of TVS Pep+ by 17.03 percent to 5,555 units as did sales of Zest (4,560 units), Star City (3,698 units) and RR310 (374 units).TVS Exports Feb 2023 – Huge decline registeredTVS exports dipped 52.19 percent in Feb 2023. Exports stood at 44,470 units in the past month as against 93,014 units shipped in Feb 2022. It was also a MoM de-growth from 46,255 units exported in Jan 2023.TVS Exports Feb 2023TVS Star City 125 was the most exported model from the company lineup last month. Exports stood at 18,250 units, a 48.63 percent YoY decline from 35,525 units exported in Feb 2022. This was a 17,275 unit volume de-growth with a 41.04 percent share.Jupiter exports surged by 1781.34 percent YoY in Feb 2023 to 5,343 units from 284 units exported in Feb 2022. Thereafter, exports dipped for the Sport (5,148 units), Star City (4,876 units) and Apache (4,671 units).  Increased demand by 2.99 percent was seen in the case of TVS Ntorq to 2,686 units in Feb 2023 from 2,608 units shipped in Feb 2022 while Raider exports fell by 50 percent to 1,910 units in the past month from 3,820 units exported in Feb 2022.TVS Exports breakup % share Feb 2023TVS Victor exports remained at 800 units in both months in question while exports of XL dipped 62.64 percent YoY to 612 units in Feb 2023 from 1,638 units sold in Feb 2022. TVS Wego exports improved by 213.04 percent to 144 units from 46 units exported in Feb 2022 while RR310 exports fell by 76.38 percent to just 30 units even as there had been 127 units exported in Feb 2022. Radeon exports were down to 0 units last month from 280 units shipped in Feb 2022. More

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      2023 Yamaha R25 Gets New Colour – Phantom Purple With Pink

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      The 249 cc parallel-twin motor on 2023 Yamaha R25 gets DOHC setup along with a 4V head, making 36 bhp of power and 22.6 Nm of torque2023 Yamaha R25For a very long time, Yamaha YZF range has been one of the most successful for the brand. It spawns a wide range of motorcycles under its umbrella catering to almost all levels of riders. Be it a novice rider looking for a YZF-R125 or a veteran seeking a YZF-R1, Yamaha has got them covered.The twin-cylinder quarter-liter offering by Yamaha has been updated for MY2023. With this update, there are no changes done mechanically, or any revisions or additions in terms of componentry and equipment. However, there is a new colour, though and is starkly similar to the one that was offered with Yamaha R3 in 2022.2023 Yamaha R252023 Yamaha R25 – New Colour UpdateWith the 2023 Yamaha R25, the company has offered a new colour. This is the same colour that Yamaha R3 got in August 2022 for US market. The base coat is a glossy Phantom Purple colour with subtle Pink elements found on its side body panels below its R25 branding. These subtle pink elements are also found in the front fairing above its headlights.With this update, 2023 Yamaha R25 has been kept mechanically identical to the 2022 model. Yamaha has only kept changes limited to its colour. In essence, we still get the same 249 cc parallel-twin and liquid-cooled engine with a DOHC setup and a 4V head. This engine is capable of 36 bhp of power at 12,000 RPM and 22.6 Nm at 10,000 RPM.2023 Yamaha R25With this new colourway, front USD forks are painted Black, instead of Gold with the remaining colour options. Design is mostly similar to the R15 V4 that we get in India and the R125 that was recently showcased at the Bangkok International Motor Show.Should This Be Launched In India?Even though Yamaha’s extent of its YZF-R lineup in India is limited to just one single-cylinder 150cc offering, we are optimistic. Yamaha’s YZF-R7 and MT-09 have been teased for India and might be shipped any time soon. But Yamaha’s action in the quarter-liter segment is limited to just FZ-25, which is not an awe-inspiring offering, to begin with.FZ-25 managed to sell just 120 units last month. 2023 Yamaha R25 will be a premium offering. If FZ25 is not generating sales, does it make sense to launch R25 in India? Well, R25 will have a separate target customer base. And considering that people are willing to shell Rs. 1.95 lakh (ex-sh) for an R15, there might be enough takers for a twin-cylinder screamer from Team Blue. More

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      Ola Scooter ADAS Feature Teased – Front Forks Upgrade Starts

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      Ola testing ADAS tech for its scooter lineup might come off as overkill for a city scooter, but will be useful to deal with chock-a-block trafficOla Electric Scooter ADAS TestingThere seems to be a theme that most 2W EV manufacturers are following. This theme is a culmination of two different things. One is a distinctive design and the other is a bucket load of features with respect to regular ICE 2W vehicles we are familiar with. This theme is immediately evident too as almost all manufacturers are following it.Ola follows it too. It has a distinct retro-futuristic design that screams EV. In terms of features, helpful or gimmicks, Ola has a plethora of them that regular ICE scooters just miss out on. Now, there is a new feature under testing which is an absolute novelty in 2W vehicles. It is ADAS and is teased by CEO Bhavish Aggarwal on Twitter. Let’s take a look.Ola Electric Scooter ADAS TestingOla Scooter ADAS Tech Testing Starts – Launch Expected SoonCurrently, there are just a handful of 2W vehicles with ADAS tech onboard. These are the creme-de-la-creme of motorcycles commanding more than just a kidney. In scooters, this is unheard of. Even in big buck touring scooters, manufacturers haven’t bothered with offering ADAS and enthusiastic CEO of Ola Electric, Bhavish Aggarwal has teased it on Twitter.Yes, we’re talking about the same ADAS tech which is currently the hottest thing in the 4W vehicle realm. Most recent vehicle to launch with ADAS in India is Hyundai Verna, Tata Safari and Harrier and Honda City facelift. We’re not yet sure what Ola is trying to accomplish in terms of functionalities with its ADAS tech, but it is coming, nonetheless.Will share more in a tech demo soon! pic.twitter.com/8GVirNMOAP— Bhavish Aggarwal (@bhash) March 18, 2023In a video posted by Aggarwal, we can see an Ola test mule trundling around in Bengaluru city traffic. Only, this is equipped with a camera at its front and a digital display, replacing its left ORVM housed inside a weather-proof case. On the screen, we can read OpenADAS, which might be the name of this project internally.The system is found tracking objects in real-time and also monitoring test mule’s speed in relation to traffic. Even though ADAS might come off as overkill for a city scooter, Bengaluru’s chock-a-block traffic might suggest otherwise. We can see it being a useful safety net to glide through traffic with minimal rider inputs.Ola is highly likely to be using camera-based ADAS tech, something similar to Honda’s Sensing suite found in the City sedan. To enable ADAS to have adaptive cruise control, Ola needs to have an actuator for brakes as well for emergency braking. Or engineering a stronger regen, bringing the scooter to a complete halt might come off as less complicated as well. It is not yet sure whether existing customers can retrofit this on their scooters, but we have to wait for Ola’s tech demo.Ola front forks upgrade post recallFront Single-Sided Forks ReplacedOn the onslaught of front suspension break-downs, Ola has issued a voluntary recall. Replacements of said single-sided front forks are currently underway. It was earlier speculated that Ola would replace it with a double-sided fork, found on Ola S1 Air, but this doesn’t seem to be the case. They are getting replaced by updated single-sided forks. More