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      Two Wheeler Sales Jan 2023 – Hero, Honda, TVS, Bajaj, Royal Enfield, Suzuki

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      The two wheeler segment saw YoY sales increase in domestic markets both on YoY and MoM basis while exports dipped significantlyNew TVS Apache 160 2VTaking the top 6 two wheeler OEMs into account that included the likes of Hero MotoCorp, Honda, TVS Motor, Bajaj Auto, Enfield and Suzuki, domestic sales increased by 2.80 percent on a YoY basis to 11,17,990 units in Jan 2023, up from 10,87,496 units sold in Jan 2022. MoM sales also saw even better growth of 11.56 percent from 10,02,136 units sold in Dec 2022. This was a 1,15,854 unit volume growth.Hero MotoCorp continued to be the leading two wheeler maker in India in the New Year despite the fact that January 2023 sales fell both in terms of YoY and MoM. Hero MotoCorp sales dipped to 3,49,437 units in Jan 2023, down 2.57 percent when compared to 3,58,660 units sold in Jan 2022. It was also an 8.37 percent MoM de-growth over 3,81,365 units sold in Dec 2022. Market share stood at 31.26 percent last month, down from 38.06 percent held in Dec 2022.Two Wheeler Domestic Sales Jan 2023Honda two wheeler sales dipped YoY by 11.76 percent to 2,78,143 units, down from 3,15,196 units sold in Jan 2022. It was however a MoM growth of 19.30 percent from 2,33,151 units sold in Dec 2022. HMSI also brought in its first OBD2 model, New Activa with Smart Key ahead of the April 1, 2023 deadline.TVS Motor sales increased significantly both on YoY (29.01 %) and MoM (34.15%) basis to 2,16,471 units in Jan 2023. The company had sold 1,67,795 units in Jan 2022 and 1,61,369 units in Dec 2022. TVS Motor sales were boosted by the TVS iQube electric that is currently on sale across 100 cities in India. TVS Motors also showcased the iQube ST electric scooter with better features which is expected to be launched soon in India.Two Wheeler Sales Jan 2023Bajaj Auto sales grew by 3.34 percent YoY to 1,40,028 units in Jan 2023 up from 1,35,496 units sold in Jan 2022. It was also an 11.55 percent MoM growth from 1,25,525 units sold in Dec 2022. Sales growth was also reported for Royal Enfield at 36.15 percent YoY and 13.17 percent MoM to 67,702 units while Suzuki sales improved by 9.21 percent YoY and 61.86 percent MoM to 66,209 units.Two Wheeler Exports Jan 2023In export markets, total wholesales stood at 2,00,192 units, down 43.40 percent YoY from 3,53,688 units shipped in Jan 2022. MoM exports also fell 19.67 percent from 2,49,216 units exported in Dec 2022. Every two wheeler maker on this list posted a YoY de-growth except for Suzuki while on a MoM basis it was only Honda that has reported increased exports.Bajaj Auto Limited saw the highest exports in this list. Exports stood at 1,00,679 units in the past month, down 46.43 percent from 1,87,934 units shipped in Jan 2022. MoM exports fell by 17.14 percent from 1,21,499 units in Dec 2022. TVS Motor saw a 44.13 percent YoY de-growth and MoM exports fell by 27.24 percent to 48,239 units. It currently commands a 24.10 percent share in exports.Two Wheeler Exports Jan 2023Suzuki Two Wheelers on the other hand saw a near two fold increase in exports. Shipping 18,757 units in the past month, this was a 98.09 percent YoY growth over 9,469 units shipped in Jan 2022. MoM exports however, fell by 18.47 percent from 23,007 units shipped in Dec 2022. Honda had 18,220 units exported in the past month, relating to a 53.30 percent YoY decline but a 7.05 percent MoM growth. Hero MotoCorp (7,253 units) and RE (7,044 units) each posted a YoY and MoM de-growth in terms of exports.This put total two wheeler wholesales (domestic+exports) at 13,18,182 units, down 8.53 percent YoY but leading to a MoM increase of 5.34 percent from 12,51,352 units sold in Dec 2022. Hero sales fell 6.25 percent YoY and 9.51 percent MoM to 3,56,690 units. The company had recorded sales of 3,80,476 units in Jan 2022 which increased to 3,94,179 units in Dec 2022 but yet related to a MoM de-growth of 9.51 percent.Two Wheeler Total Jan 2023At No. 2 was Honda with sales of 2,96,363 units in the past month, down 16.33 percent YoY from 3,54,209 units sold in Jan 2022. The company however, reported a MoM growth of 18.46 percent from 2,50,171 units sold in Dec 2022. TVS Motor sales improved YoY by 4.16 percent and MoM by 16.27 percent to 2,64,710 units while Bajaj Auto suffered a YoY de-growth of 25.58 percent and MoM de-growth of 2.56 percent to a total of 2,40,707 units in Jan 2023. Total wholesales of Suzuki and Royal Enfield increased both on YoY and MoM basis to 84,966 units and 74,746 units respectively. More

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      Honda Hawk 11 Cafe Racer Patented In India – Launch Planned?

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      Based on the same 1086 cc parallel-twin engine as Africa Twin, Honda Hawk 11 churns out around 100 bhp power and 104 Nm torqueNew Honda Hawk 11 Cafe Racer. Image – AutoByHonda motorcycles currently have 4 big bikes in its portfolio as listed on its Big Wing website. CB500X was taken offline, added back and now taken offline again. CBR-1000RR-R Fireblade has been added back too, which was off-site for a very long time. Now, there is CBR650R, Fireblade, Africa Twin and Gold Wing.As far as sales are concerned, Honda sold zero big bikes in India in December 2022. With Kawasaki’s aggressive pricing strategy, Team Green is taking over Team Blue and Team Red. In fact, Suzuki does a lot better in this regard with Hayabusa and Katana.Honda Hawk 11 Cafe RacerHonda has patented a new big bike in India. It is Hawk 11 and is based on the same 1082 cc parallel-twin platform as Africa Twin. Hawk 11 is a neo retro-themed cafe-racer motorcycle. Is Honda launching this motorcycle in India? If so, can this be the one to etch Honda’s name in sales charts more? Let’s take a look.This cool-looking cafe racer motorcycle was first showcased by Honda at the 2022 Osaka Motorcycle Show. This is the spiritual successor of CB1100 Roadster which is now discontinued in Honda’s global portfolio. It is interesting to note that just a few months after its debut, Honda filed a patent for Hawk 11 motorcycle.New Honda Hawk 11 Cafe Racer patented in IndiaThe patent has been filed on 2nd of August 2022, just around 4 months after global premiere. This might be a hint that a launch is imminent and Honda has reserved its interests for India. Or Honda just casually patented it in India to maybe launch it someday if market demands exist. We would wager on the latter as Honda has quite a few patents in India that never materialised.The looks are to die for as it pays tribute to cafe racers of yesteryear while donning modern design language. There is a circular LED headlight at the front enclosed in a bikini fairing. Round ORVMs extend beyond the width of its clip-on handlebars. There is a stubby sub-frame and a slightly exposed frame from within bodywork. Componentry includes front USD forks, dual disc setup at front, alloy wheels, tubeless tyres, and more. Exhaust is rather chunky and angles upwards at a similar angle as its subframe.Specs & FeaturesIt is based on the same 1082 cc parallel-twin engine kicking out around 100 bhp of power at 7500 RPM and 104 Nm of torque at 6250 RPM. It gets liquid cooling, a 6-speed gearbox and other equipment expected at this price point. Honda Hawk 11 is the third bike based on this platform after Africa Twin and NT1100. The latter is also reserved for India, which never materialised.New Honda Hawk 11 Cafe RacerIn JDM, Honda Hawk 11 costs 13,97,000 Yen which roughly translates to Rs. 8.94 lakh. If Honda premium tax in India and other Indian duties are considered, we can expect pricing over Rs. 12 lakh. There is another ‘blast from the past’ motorcycle like Honda Hawk 11 currently enjoying a niche at this price point. It is a Suzuki Katana. Both Katana and Hawk 11 are neo-retro motorcycles with bikini fairing. If Honda wants to pit a handsome opponent to rival Katana, Hawk 11 is the fitting choice. Launch is not confirmed by HMSI yet. More

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      Kawasaki Ninja 400cc 4 Cyl, 80 Hp Launched – $9.6k (Rs 8 Lakh)

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      Kawasaki ZX-4RR KRT Edition promises an exhilarating performance and packs in a range of advanced features2023 Kawasaki Ninja 400cc 4 cyl – ZX4RFor racing enthusiasts, Kawasaki has launched Ninja ZX-4RR KRT Edition that packs in a 399cc, in-line 4-cylinder, 16 valve, liquid cooled motor. The track-ready bike is available in select international locations.In US, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR is available at a starting price of $9,699 (approx. Rs 7.95 lakh). With its premium pricing, launch in India is unlikely. Kawasaki enthusiasts here will have to go with Ninja 400 that is available at a starting price of Rs 5.14 lakh.Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR performanceKawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR’s all-new in-line four motor is designed to deliver unprecedented power and a high-rpm wail. It can rev up to a whopping 16,000 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Based on the architecture used with other Ninja ZX supersport machines, the 399cc in-line four motor has a quick-revving nature. It offers ample low to mid-range torque for city streets and high-rpm power for sport and track racing.Overall performance gets a boost with features such as the ram air intake system. This is a signature feature of Ninja ZX motorcycles. The ram air intake system works to improve cylinder-filling efficiency, which in turn helps achieve optimal engine performance. The bike has a unique racy exhaust note, made possible with the long silencer pipe and in-line four motor.2023 Kawasaki Ninja 400cc 4 cyl – ZX4RRide dynamics is among the best in segment, with a range of hi-tech features. It includes assist & slipper clutch, electronic throttle valves, Kawasaki traction control system and Kawasaki quick shifter. The bike has multiple power modes that allow users to adjust power delivery and traction control based on riding conditions and environment. Options include Sport, Road, Rain and a customizable Rider mode.Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR utilizes a trellis frame, with 37 mm USD forks at front and monoshock rear suspension. The bike has 17-inch wheels at both ends, shod with 120/70 front and 160/60 rear tyre. Braking duties are performed by 290 mm disc at front and 220 mm disc at rear. Dual-channel ABS is offered as standard.Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4RR styling, featuresVisually, Ninja ZX-4RR is largely the same as its 250cc counterpart. Some key highlights include twin LED headlights, LED turn signals and tail lamp, compact windscreen, sculpted fuel tank, low-set handlebar and step-up split seat design. The bike has the KRT (Kawasaki Racing Team) colour theme and graphics.2023 Kawasaki Ninja 400cc 4 cyl – ZX4RThere’s a 4.3-inch fully digital TFT colour instrumentation that displays a range of information. The screen has Bluetooth and can be paired with the user’s smartphone via Kawasaki’s RIDEOLOGY app. Users can access functions such as general settings, phone notifications, riding logs and vehicle info.In terms of ergonomics, the bike has an aggressive riding posture. However, there’s some room to adjust to achieve a slightly relaxed riding position. The bike has adjustable brake and clutch levers and supersport-style aluminium footpegs. The saddle is comfortable, yet firm, allowing riders to easily shift weight as required. More

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      Honda Scooter, Motorcycle Sales Jan 2023 – Activa, CB350, Unicorn, Dio

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      Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India: January 2023 Domestic sales and exports decline – Total sales of 296,363 unitsNew Honda ActivaOverview of Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India’s January 2023 sales numbers: In January 2023, YoY sales of Honda 2W declined by 16.33 percent (-57,846 units). Sales fell from 3,54,209 units to 2,96,363 units. Of this, domestic market sales decreased by 11.76% (-37,053 units), and exports decreased by 53.30 percent (-20,793 units). YoY domestic sales fell to 2,78,143 units from 3,15,196 units. Exports were down to 18,220 units from 39k units. 93.85 percent of total sales came from the domestic market, and 6.15 percent from exports.In December 2022, domestic sales accounted for 89.18 percent of sales, and exports for 10.82 percent. Percentage of sales from the domestic market increased YoY from 89.18 percent to 93.85 percent. Percentage of sales from exports decreased in January 2023 from 10.82 percent to 6.15 percent. Ordinarily this would indicate a shift towards a stronger domestic market, but volumes have taken a hit.Honda Two Wheeler Sales Jan 2023Comparing January 2023 to December 2022, MoM Honda 2W sales increased by 18.46 percent (46,192 units). Domestic market MoM sales increased by 19.30 percent (44,992 units). Exports increased by 7.05 percent(1,200 units). Domestic sales were up from 2,33,151 units, and exports were up from 17k units. Domestic market accounted for 93.20 percent of the total sales and exports accounted for 6.80 percent in December 2022.Atsushi Ogata, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India said, “Much ahead of the government’s deadline, HMSI recently launched its first OBD2 model, New Activa with Smart Key. Continuing to lead this transition, HMSI will be soon upgrading its other products to meet the latest norms. Further, the budget presented today shed light on the enhanced focus on vehicle scrapping, green mobility and Net-Zero carbon emission goals which outlines the future of mobility in the country, giving a roadmap to boost the Indian auto sector. We are optimistic that such initiatives will usher in growth for the industry.”Honda 2W Sales Jan 2023OBD2 systems for two-wheelersThe Indian government has long set its target of OBD2 systems on 2Ws and 3Ws. However, this installation deadline was delayed from the target date of BSVI transition to April 1, 2020. Now with phase II of BSVI implementation, new two wheelers must feature a OBD2 system from April 1, 2023. 2W OBD2 systems help monitor performance, emissions, and identify any issues. This leads to improved vehicle efficiency, reduced emissions, early detection of problems, reduced maintenance costs, and improved road safety. OBD2 implementation aims to promote a sustainable and efficient transportation system in India.Honda Activa with Smart Key and OBD2Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India recently introduced a new model of its Activa scooter, the New Activa with Smart Key. The Smart Key helps the rider find the vehicle, unlock and start it from a safe distance. It has an On-Board Diagnostics 2 (OBD2) system that can communicate with onboard computers and report any faults.The upgrades provide convenience and improved functionality. HMSI has announced its intent to upgrade its products to meet the latest emissions norms in India, which includes the introduction of On-Board Diagnostics (OBD2) technology. This shows Honda’s commitment to creating environmentally friendly and efficient vehicles in India.Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India recently introduced a new model of its Activa scooter, the New Activa with Smart Key. The Smart Key helps the rider find the vehicle, unlock and start it from a safe distance. It has an On-Board Diagnostics 2 (OBD2) system that can communicate with onboard computers and report any faults. The rider can start the scooter simply by carrying the key fob, eliminating the need for a traditional key ignition, providing convenience and improved functionality. More

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      TVS Motor Invests In Electric Scooter Maker ION Mobility

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      TVS Motor Company invests in ION Mobility: Stepping up electrification efforts and leading the charge e2W charge in SE AsiaION Mobility Electric Scooter M1-STVS Motor Company has invested in ION Mobility to support its commitment to electrification in the automobile industry. The investment will help ION succeed in premium e2Ws. Ion operates in Singapore, Indonesia and China. TVS is committed to expand its global presence by building an aspirational product portfolio by partnering with sustainable and scalable brands.TVS comes aboard as a strategic investor in Ion Mobility. And will be providing support and contributing to its future growth and development. The agreement between both companies is expected to bring significant benefits to both parties.TVS Motor is leveraging its experience and expertise in the automotive industry to support Ion Mobility’s growth in the e-mobility space. The investment reflects TVS Motor’s drive to promote sustainable mobility solutions, and its belief in the future potential of EVS. TVS iQube electric scooter sales in India was reported at remarkable growth in recent months.Investment agreement between TVS Motor Company and ION MobilityTVS Motor (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of TVS Motor Company Limited, has entered into an investment agreement with Ion Mobility. The company will subscribe to 3,144,198 Series AA Shares of Ion Mobility, with an aggregate investment of US$9,500,000.ION Mobility Electric Scooter M1-SThe investment is expected to be completed within 30 days of the date of the agreement. Paid up share capital of TVS Motor (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. is S$400,000 comprising 5,150,000 Ordinary Shares, and US$6,779,468.77 comprising 2,877,328 preference shares. ION Mobility’s consolidated turnover for the fiscal years 2019-2020, 2020-2021, and 2021-2022 are NIL, USD 3,017, and NIL respectively. It was incorporated in 2019.ION Mobility as a full-stack EV company – Ion Mobius M1-S scooterHome to 200+ million gasoline-powered motorcycles, Southeast Asia sees over 80 percent of households in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam own one. This negatively impacts urban air quality and the environment. On the face of it, electric bikes seem a more attractive option.ION Mobility set out to provide an alternative and made strides with ION Mobius. Aiming to steer the transition from gasoline to electric in the region, ION Mobility is keen on team expansion and increasing ops. TVS Motor’s strategic investment will help focus on production readiness of the flagship, Ion Mobius M1-S, and encourage design and development of other models. This investment brings together TVS Motor’s expertise in mass production and Ion Mobility’s innovative EV technology.ION Mobility Electric Scooter M1-SPremium electric two-wheeler growth in the regionSudarshan Venu, Managing Director, TVS Motor Company said, “TVS Motor is committed to developing exciting products for consumers across global markets. We are thrilled to partner with ION Mobility, a full-stack EV company with a strong team of engineers and technical base in Singapore, to drive the premium electric two-wheeler growth in the region. We share a common vision and are eager to support them as a strategic investor.”ION Mobility Founder and CEO, Mr. James Chan said, “I am delighted with the vote of confidence that my team and I have received from TVS Motor via the funding round and partnership. We are excited to draw upon TVS Motor’s decades of global expertise in two-wheelers to accelerate our ‘Mobius’ M1-S production readiness, as well as the design and development of other models. We look forward to leading the charge towards an electric & sustainable two-wheeler future together.” More

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      Suzuki 2W Sales Jan 2023 – Access, Avenis, Burgman, Gixxer

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      Suzuki Motorcycle India Achieves Significant Growth – January 2023 domestic sales and exports growth comparisonSuzuki Scooters Sales Jan 2023In January 2023, Suzuki Motorcycle India total sales at 84,966 units. Of this, domestic sales accounted for 66,209 units. The remaining 18,757 units made their way to export markets. Total YoY growth is up at 21.47 percent. And total volume growth at 14,874 units up from sales of 70,092 units in Jan 2022. A year ago, domestic sales were reported at 60,623 units, and exports at 9,469 units.Year-over-Year domestic sales growth stood at 9.18 percent at volume growth of 5,586 units. YoY growth in exports was reported at 98.03 at volume growth of 9,288 units. In January 2023, domestic sales accounted for 78.23 percent of total sales. And exports made up the remainder 21.77 percent. There has been a significant YoY increase in total sales and exports, with a 21.47 percent and 98.03 percent growth, respectively. This indicates strong growth in the company’s performance in both the domestic market and international market.Suzuki 2W Sales Jan 2023Domestic market sales saw slower growth of 9.18 percent but still showed an increase in volume by 5,586 units. Exports were reported at significant increase in both percentage and volume, which highlights the SMI’ success in expanding its international market presence. And indicates a significant contribution to overall growth of the company.In comparison, a year earlier, domestic sales accounted for 86.39 percent of volumes, and exports for 13.61 percent. Percentage of domestic sales decreased from 86.39 percent in January 2022 to 78.23 percent in January 2023, indicating a shift towards a greater proportion of exports in the company’s overall sales. As overall volume increased, domestics were reported at growth. Percentage of exports increased from 13.61 percent in January 2022 to 21.77 percent in January 2023. Volumes almost doubled and showcased Suzuki’s success in expanding its international market presence.Suzuki Two Wheeler Sales Jan 2023 – YoY vs MoMInnovations – Suzuki flex fuel motorcycle working prototypeAs Suzuki Motorcycle India goes from strength to strength with an increasing market share in India, it’s got further growth in its sights. At auto Expo 2023, SML showcased a flex fuel motorcycle working prototype. Flex fuel vehicles operate on petrol, ethanol, or a combination of both. The engine system adjusts air/fuel ratio based on fuel type for increased fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. Using flex fuels produced domestically improves energy security. And thereby reduces dependence on fuel imports. It’s also designed to emit lower levels of pollutants. However, availability of flex fuels varies by region. And is an important research focus area.India has outlined its roadmap for ethanol blending, 2020 – 2025. And is promoting the use of ethanol as a fuel to meet carbon emission reduction goals. The government targets 20 percent ethanol blend petrol by 2025. Efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote cleaner forms of energy. Additionally, financial incentives and supportive policies have been announced to encourage production and distribution of ethanol.Suzuki – steady demand both from the domestic and overseas markets in the future tooSatoshi Uchida, Managing Director, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd. said, “The two-wheeler industry continues to experience some headwinds. However, we at Suzuki Motorcycle India continue to experience robust demand resulting in a significant double digit year-on-year growth of 21.2% in January 2023. We are grateful to our customers, dealer partners and staff members who supported us to carry on this sales momentum. We are confident that we will keep experiencing steady demand both from the domestic and overseas markets in the future too”.To put sales in perspective, Suzuki Motorcycle India exported more two wheelers last month than Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI). And Honda is the largest scooter seller in India with sales in lakhs each month. Suzuki is now surpassing even Royal Enfield’s total sales. For January 2023, Suzuki surpassed Royal Enfield’s exports, and trailed domestic sales by about 1.5k units. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Jan 2023 – Classic, Hunter, Meteor, Bullet, 650 Twins

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      Royal Enfield has reported a YoY growth of 27.04 percent in January 2023 backed by its 350cc rangeNew Royal Enfield Meteor 350Royal Enfield commands more demand for its bikes in the 350cc range that include the likes of Classic, Meteor, Hunter, Electra and Bullet. The above 350 range also adds some numbers to total sales. This range offers the Himalayan and the 650 Twins.Speaking of the 650 Twins, Royal Enfield rode into the new year with the launch of their 3rd motorcycle in the 650cc range – its most premium and expensive motorcycle – Super Meteor 650. This new RE comes in at a price tag of Rs 3,48,900 (ex-showroom).Royal Enfield Sales Jan 2023Sales in the past month stood at 74,746 units, up 27.04 percent from 58,838 units sold in Jan 2022. This was a volume growth of 15,908 units. Growth was seen in terms of domestic sales while exports were in the red.Royal Enfield bikes in the sub 350cc segment performed better than its larger offerings. Sales of the 350cc segment that commands an 8.78 percent share. Sales in this segment stood at 6,563 units in the past month, down 29.06 percent over 9,252 units sold in Jan 2022.Royal Enfield Sales Jan 2023Domestic sales improved by 36.15 percent to 67,702 units in Jan 2023 from 49,112 units sold in Jan 2022 while exports dipped 22.70 percent to 7,044 units in the past month from 9,112 units shipped in the same month of the previous year.A similar scenario existed in MoM sales. Sales growth for 350cc bikes suffered a de-growth of 8.56 percent. There had been 61,223 units and 7,177 units sold respectively in Dec 2022. Domestic sales also improved on a MoM basis by 13.17 percent as there had been 59,821 units sold in Dec 2022 while exports fell 17.89 percent from 8,579 units shipped in Dec 2022.Royal Enfield YTD SalesDuring the period April 2022 to Jan 2023, Royal Enfield sales stood at 6,91,116 units. This was a growth of 45 percent from 4,75,431 units sold from April 2021 to January 2022. Bikes in the 350cc range, Royal Enfield saw sales growth of 11 percent to 82,344 units from 74,346 units sold in the April-Jan 2022 period.Exports improved by 24 percent to 80,596 units in the April 2022-Jan 2023 period from 64,807 units shipped during the months of April 2021-Jan 2022. It is from early this month that the company will commence exports of the RE Super Meteor 650 –Astral, Interstellar and Celestial to global markets. This could allow the company to improve export numbers in the coming months. More

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      Hero MotoCorp Sales Jan 2023 – Splendor, Passion, Destini, Maestro

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      Hero MotoCorp posted a YoY de-growth in sales in Jan 2023 while YTD sales ended more positivelyHero SplendorHero MotoCorp, the largest two wheeler maker in the world, has seen a dip in demand in January 2023. The company has introduced the new Xoom 110cc scooter which could stir up sales in the months ahead as it will offer some competition to the Honda Activa, Suzuki Access, TVS Jupiter, TVS Ntorq and Honda Dio.Total sales of both motorcycles and scooters stood at 3,56,690 units in Jan 2023 down 6.25 percent from 3,80,476 units sold in Jan 2022. This de-growth was seen across motorcycle sales.Hero MotoCorp Sales Jan 2023Motorcycle sales, which command a 93.54 percent share which had stood at 3,57,845 units in Jan 2022 dipped 6.76 percent to 3,33,638 units in the past month. In the motorcycle segment, it was the Splendor, Passion, HF Deluxe which helped push most sales.Scooter sales on the other hand improved marginally by 1.86 percent to 23,052 units in Jan 2023 from 22,631 units sold in Jan 2022. Top selling Hero MotoCorp scooters include Destini, Maestro, Pleasure, etc.Hero MotoCorp Sales Jan 2023Domestic sales dipped 2.57 percent to 3,49,437 units in the past month, down from 3,58,660 units sold in Jan 2022. Exports also suffered a 66.75 percent or 14,563 units volume de-growth to 7,253 units from 21,816 units shipped in Jan 2022. MoM sales saw de-growth across motorcycle (-6.48 percent) and scooter (-38.41 percent) sales and where domestic (-6.37 percent) and exports (-43.40 percent) were concerned.Hero MotoCorp Sales YTDHero MotoCorp saw better results where year-to-date (YTD) sales were concerned. During the April-Jan 2023 period, motorcycle sales were at 41,01,406 units, up 6.16 percent from 38,63,590 units sold in YTD FY 2022.  Motorcycles commanded a 92.90 percent share. Scooter sales also increased significantly by 15.13 percent to 3,13,338 units in the FY 2023 period, up from 2,72,152 units sold in the same period of the previous year.This took total sales up 6.75 percent to 44,14,744 units in FY 2023 up from 41,35,742 units sold in YTD FY 2022 relating to a volume growth of 2,79,002 units. Growth was seen in the case of domestic sales to 42,70,746 units from 38,96,300 units while exports YTD FY 2023 dipped to 1,43,998 units from 2,39,442 units shipped in YTD FY 2022 period.Hero MotoCorp Sales Jan 2023Hero Xoom 110 scooterGetting back to the new Xoom launched by Hero MotoCorp in January 2023, this scooter targets younger buyers in the country. The new Xoom 110 cc scooter is offered in three variants – LX, VX, ZX priced from Rs. 68.599 to Rs. 76,699. It is available in colour options depending on variants with LX offered in Polestar Blue, VX in Polestar Blue, Black, and Pearl Silver White and top of the line ZX in Polestar Blue, Black, Matte Abrax Orange and Sports Red.Hero Xoom 110 boasts of several industry first features among which are Intelligent Cornering Light and bigger and wider tyres. Hi-tech features also include an X shaped LED headlamp, handlebar cowl, compact windscreen and an integrated braking system. The new Xoom scooter also receives a fully digital console with Bluetooth, front disc brakes, start/stop function and a USB charging port.Borrowing its engine lineup from the Hero Pleasure and Maestro Edge 110cc scooters, Xoom is powered by a 110.9cc air cooled, 4 stroke engine that offers 8 hp power at 7,250 rpm and 8.7 Nm torque at 5,750 rpm. Suspension is via telescopic forks at front and swing-arm at the rear while braking is as per variant. The LX and VX variants get 130mm drum units at the front and rear while ZX sports 190mm front disc along with a 130mm rear drum. More