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      LML Star, LML Hyperbike Names Registered – New Electric Scooter, Motorcycle ?

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      LML branded scooters and motorcycles were on sale in India and now, company is re-entering in an EV avatarImage for representation purpose onlyDo you remember LML? It was an Indian-based scooter and motorcycle manufacturer that ceased operations in 2017. LML is short for Lohia Machinery Ltd and produced scooters based on Vespa too. But now, with its comeback, LML wants to establish itself with a new face and hence we will also see a new logo to be unveiled too.For starters, the name of the company is now LML Electric and headed by Yogesh Bhatia as CEO while LML of the yesteryear was headed by Deepak Singhania as CEO and MD. To make a strong point in an already springing EV segment in India, LML has a plan set that it hopes will launch it as an EV maker.LML Electric MotorcyclesLML has confirmed that they will be revealing three electric two wheeler concepts on September 29th. But they have not confirmed what they will be. It is expected that two of those are electric motorcycles, and one is an electric scooter. This will only be an unveiling event, while launch is expected later.LML electric Hyperbike and an e-bike are set to launch in January next year. Along with these, an electric scooter is also on the cards slated for August or September next year. LML Electric is set to cater premium and high-performance EV segment. LML has registered two new names, one is LML Star and the other is LML Hyperbike. These are likely to be the names of their upcoming electric scooter and motorcycle.LML Electric New Names Registered – LML Star and LML HyperbikeAlso, LML is working on another electric motorcycle in the high-performance segment. But that model is likely to make its debut in 2024. LML Electric claims class-leading features across its range and has already applied for patents regarding the same too. Not a lot is known about these vehicles in terms of looks, features, performance numbers and more until their reveal on September 29th.Yogesh Bhatia, CEO & MD, LML, is very optimistic about the brand’s comeback and its presence globally in EV space. He promises that LML vehicles will pack best-in-class tech and features. Also, LML is fairly confident that they will create a dent in EV space.What To Expect?Now that we have the lineup out of the way, let’s see how LML Electric is planning to develop them. LML has signed a collaboration with German EV brand eROCKIT AG and Italian company SPM Engineering. eROCKIT AG will provide EV components and other technology while SPM Engineering will handle the design aspects of LML Electric’s upcoming EVs.The JV between LML and eROCKIT will mainly focus on production of an electric man-powered Hyperbike. LML’s version will have different specs than its German counterpart. It comes with pedal assistance and can reach 90 kmph. A pure electric range is 20 km on a single charge. Bhatia also assures that range anxiety will be taken care of. Does this mean that India will get a slightly higher range? These EVs by LML Electric will be manufactured in Bawal, Haryana as a result of a strategic partnership with Saera, which has assembled Harley-Davidson motorcycles in the same factory. More

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      Top 10 150cc To 200cc Motorcycles July 2022 – Pulsar, Apache, R15, MT15

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      Two wheeler sales in the 150-200cc segment grew 8.66 percent YoY and 27.28 percent MoMImage – MRD VlogsTwo wheeler sales in the 150-200cc segment have been receiving more attention in recent months. New launches, competitive pricing and a higher level of fuel efficiency has all contributed to its growth. Total sales of motorcycles in this segment stood at 1,28,786 units in July 2022, up 8.66 percent from 1,18,521 units sold in July 2021. This was a volume growth of 10,265 units. MoM sales also increased by 27.28 percent from 1,01,186 units sold in June 2022.Bajaj Pulsar range was the highest selling in this segment. Sales stood at 41,380 units in July 2022, up 53.58 percent from 26,943 units sold in July 2021. This was a 14,437 unit volume growth with a 32.13 percent share. MoM sales improved by 30.22 percent from 31,778 units sold in June 2022. Bajaj recently discontinued the Pulsar 180cc bike, while N125 / new-gen Pulsar 150 have been spied on test.Top 10 150cc To 200cc Motorcycles July 2022At No. 2 was TVS Apache with sales de-growth of 11.04 percent to 24,222 units in July 2022, down from 27,228 units sold in July 2021 with an 18.81 percent share. MoM sales increased 44.72 percent from 16,737 units sold in June 2022. There is also the 2023 TVS Apache 160cc spied on test and follows up with the same feature while it will receive a new exhaust and colour options.Sales of the Yamaha FZ stood at 18,988 units in July 2022, up 5.10 percent from 18,066 units sold in July 2021. It was however a MoM de-growth of 1.64 percent from 19,305 units sold in June 2022. It was followed by the Unicorn 160 of which 11,203 units were sold in July 2022, down 48.46 percent YoY over 21,735 units sold in July 2021. MoM sales improved 487.78 percent from 1,906 units sold in June 2022.150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales July 2022 vs July 2021 (YoY)Yamaha R15 and MT 15 followed in quick succession with sales of 9,359 units and 8,380 units respectively in July 2022. This was a 28.56 percent and 57.64 percent YoY growth from 7,280 units and 5,316 units sold in July 2021. MoM sales growth was also reported for these two models at 12.35 percent and 7.64 percent respectively.Hero XPulse 200, Xtreme 160RLower down the list at Nos. 7 and 8 were two offerings from Hero MotoCorp. Hero XPulse 200 reported a 287.66 percent YoY growth to 5,435 units in July 2022, up from 1,402 units sold in July 2021. It was also a 17.08 percent MoM growth from 4,642 units sold in June 2022. Xtreme 160R sales increased on a YoY basis by 19.07 percent to 2,741 units but dipped MoM by 27.98 percent from 3,806 units sold in June 2022.There was also the KTM200 with a 20.41 percent YoY de-growth to 1,607 units in July 2022 from 2,019 units sold in July 2021. MoM sales improved 109.52 percent from 767 units sold in June 2022. Suzuki Gixxer had a 50.15 percent YoY de-growth to 1,464 units in July 2022 while MoM sales improved by 916.67 percent from 144 units sold in June 2022. YoY growth was seen for the X-Blade and Hornet 2.0 by 30.58 percent and 252.27 percent to 1,251 units and 1,240 units in July 2022 as well as a MoM growth of 37.32 percent and 1469.62 percent from 911 units and 79 units sold in June 2022.150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales July 2022 vs June 2022 (MoM)Bajaj Avenger sales fell 38.76 percent YoY and 76.33 percent MoM to 1,143 units in July 2022 while CB200X sales stood at 373 units in July 2022, up 122.02 percent MoM from 168 units sold in June 2022. Of the Intruder, which had sales of 117 units in July 2021, sales were at 0 units in both June and July 2022 as the Suzuki Intruder 150cc cruiser has been discontinued. More

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      Honda 2W Sales Aug 2022 – Activa, Dio, Shine, CB350, Hornet

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      Honda Two Wheeler YoY sales grew in both domestic and export markets in August 2022Image for illustration purpose.Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has posted significant growth in August 2022. The two wheeler maker had an active month of August with the CB300F naked street motorcycle launched in India at Rs 2.26 lakh (ex-showroom).The new 2022 Honda Shine Celebration Edition has also been launched in India at a starting price of Rs 78,878, ex-showroom. Earlier, the company had also introduced the Dio Sports Edition and Activa 6G Premium Edition.Honda Two Wheeler YoY Sales August 2022Honda sales in August 2022 have grown both in terms of domestic sales and exports. Sales in domestic markets increased 5.41 percent to 4,23,216 units in August 2022, up from 4,01,480 units sold in August 2021. This was a 21,736 unit volume growth with a 91.50 percent share. Top sellers in domestic markets continued to include the likes of Activa, CB Shine, Dio, Grazia, Hornet, CB350, Livo, Dream, etc.Exports increased 30.53 percent YoY to 39,307 units in August 2022, over 30,114 units sold in August 2021 relating to a 9,193 unit volume growth with an 8.50 percent share. This took total sales up 7.17 percent to 4,62,523 units in August 2022 from 4,31,594 units sold in August 2021 with a 30,929 unit volume growth.Honda Two Wheeler Sales Aug 2022MoM sales in domestic markets increased by 5.09 percent from 4,02,710 units sold in July 2022 relating to a 20,515 unit volume growth and a 90.77 percent share. Exports however, were in the red with a 3.99 percent de-growth to 39,307 units in August 2022 from 40,942 units sold in August 2021 with a 9.23 percent share. Total MoM sales increased by 4.26 percent to 4,62,523 units from 4,43,643 units sold in July 2022 with a 18,880 unit volume growth.Honda 2W In Aug 2022During the past month, Honda also expanded its BigWing dealership networks. Two new BigWing outlets were opened in Mira Bhayandar (Maharashtra) and Azamgarh (Uttar Pradesh).Following the launch of Honda Dio Sports Edition and Activa 6G Premium Edition, the end of August also saw the company introduce Shine special edition 125cc motorcycle. Honda Shine Celebration Edition comes in at a starting price of Rs 78,878 (ex-showroom). It gets two colour options of Matte Steel Black Metallic and Matte Sangria Red Metallic while in terms of design, it sports fresh stripes, gold wing mark emblem and a special edition logo on its fuel tank.Honda Shine Celebration Edition sees no change in its engine lineup and continues to draw power via a 123.94cc, single cylinder, air cooled, fuel injected engine that offers 10.5 hp power at 7,500 rpm and 11 Nm torque at 6,000 rpm mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. Braking is via a drum/disc option in the front with CBS and drum brake at the rear. More

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      New KTM Duke 125, Duke 200 Colours Arrive At Dealer – Walkaround

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      While KTM 390 Duke gets two new colour options, 125, 200 and 250 Dukes get one new colour option eachKTM New Colours – Duke 125 and Duke 200In line with its strategy to refresh its portfolio, KTM has introduced new colour options for entire Duke range. 390 Duke gets two new colour options, Liquid Metal and Dark Galvano. 250 Duke gets Ebony Black whereas 200 Duke will now come with a Dark Silver Metallic shade. Entry-level 125 Duke gets Ceramic White colour.Combo of KTM’s signature orange shade, highlighted against grey/black/white colours continues to be the primary theme. Various combinations of these colours have been used in the past and KTM seems to get it right every time. 2022 colour updates will ensure a more premium, sharper look and feel for KTM Duke motorcycles.KTM 125, 200, 250 Duke new coloursSmallest Duke 125 gets the most vibrant Ceramic White colour theme, a combo of orange, white, blue and black. Orange shade is primarily used on the wheels, whereas white covers the top section such as headlight cowl, tank shrouds and rear sub-frame. Duke lettering on the tank shrouds is done in orange, blue and white.KTM 200 Duke’s Dark Silver Metallic has glossy metallic shade on front mudguard and tank shrouds. Remaining surfaces largely have either black or orange shade. A small hint of blue can be seen on ‘Duke’ lettering on tank shrouds. This colourway looks a bit chaotic, but can work for folks who have a taste for things metallic. Take a look at the detailed walkaround of KTM Duke new colours in the video below by Biker Prakash Choudhary.[embedded content][embedded content]New colour Ebony Black for KTM 250 Duke is essentially a simple combo of orange and black. However, things are a bit different here in comparison to Dark Galvano, as orange shade has been used on headlamp cowl, front mudguard and rear sub-frame. Most significant differentiator is ‘250’ decal in big font size on tank shrouds.KTM 390 Duke new coloursTrue to its name, Dark Galvano colour ensures an electrifying profile for 390 Duke. It’s a simple combo of orange and black, and yet it seems just perfect for the bike. Most of the surfaces have the black shade, which creates a suitable background for the lively orange coloured frame. Orange shade has been used only on the central frame and not on the subframe that comes in black. Rear monoshock in white also stands out against the blacked-out theme.Second colour option of Liquid Metal has a similar profile, but orange is more liberally used for this colourway. In addition to the frame, orange shade has been added to the headlamp cowl, fuel tank, wheels and rear tail section.Another highlight is varying shades of grey on the tank shrouds. While Dark Galvano ensures a dominating presence, Liquid Metal colour theme has more friendly vibes. Apart from the new colours, there are no other changes to KTM Duke bikes. Also, pricing is the same as earlier. More

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      Hero Electric Launches Free Electric Scooter Offer In Kerala

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      This special offer is only applicable to customers from Kerala to mark the celebrations of Onam festivalImage – Crazy MotorsHero Electric is spawned from the same Munjal family, as that of Hero MotoCorp. Munjal Brijmohan Lall Munjal’s company is now Hero MotoCorp and Dayanand Munjal’s company is now Hero Electric. Both companies come under separate umbrellas now and have various sub-brands as well.EV-only brand Hero Electric is one of India’s oldest 2W electric vehicle companies. This is reflected in sales figures too as Hero Electric is currently the highest-selling electric 2W brand in India. This spot was previously held by Okinawa. But the company is now implementing innovative ways to push EV sales.Hero Electric New Offer – Free Electric ScooterOnam is one of Kerala’s most celebrated festivals. Hence, to push sales on this auspicious event, Hero Electric has announced that it will give away a free electric scooter to every 100th customer in Kerala. Yes, you read that right. Free!Hero Electric might be inspired by one Mr. Beast who was in the news recently because he gave away a private island to his 100 millionth subscriber on YouTube for free (or something of that sort). This offer by Hero Electric is to mark the beginning of the festive season in God’s own country, Kerala.Hero Electric Onam Offer – Free Electric ScooterThere’s more too. The company has revealed that this offer is applicable during the entire duration of Onam festivities. Customers will get a cumulative five-year warranty on the e-scooter that includes an extended two-year warranty. Hero Electric recently inaugurated its largest dealership in Malappuram, Kerala, to achieve 1000 touchpoints across India. The company has announced a partnership with AU Small Bank for seamless EV financing too. This seems to be the company’s push to drive Indian 2W buyers towards an EV future.Onam OfferCommenting on the same, Mr. Sohinder Gill, CEO, Hero Electric, said, “We are committed to fastening the EV adoption in the country and believe that such festivities are the best time to embrace change in mindset, accelerating the adoption of green mobility solutions. Onam marks the beginning of long extravaganza celebrations in Kerala, exhibiting overall positivity in customer sentiments.At Hero, we aim to create greater inroads in the hinterland by connecting and engaging with our customers to deepen EV penetration. This Onam, we take another step to revolutionizing the electric vehicle adoption across Kerala by offering a unique proposition to our customers.”When it comes to electric 2W sales, Hero Electric surpassed Ola, Ather, Revolt, Bajaj, TVS, Ampere by Greaves and even Okinawa which is considered to be a heavyweight in this segment. With 8,953 units sold in July 2022, Hero Electric registers 112.01% YoY growth with an increase of 4,730 units from July 2021. They registered 37.65% MoM sales and has a 22.52% market share in 2W EV. More

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      Hero MotoCorp Sales Aug 2022 – Splendor, Passion, Deluxe, Maestro

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      Domestic sales of Hero MotoCorp increased significantly on YoY basis while exports fell by nearly 50 percent in August 2022New Hero SplendorTwo wheeler sales in India have seen an increase in the past month. Demand was boosted after a lull of 2 years and further augmented by a favorable monsoon season that boosted rural demand. The festive season has also caused more footfalls into company showrooms on auspicious dates while the weeks ahead could also bring in added sales for the company.Multiple new launches, among which were the Super Splendor 125 Canvas Black Edition and Hero Xpulse 200 4V Rally Edition, that latter which has just been opened for bookings, has also stirred up interest among buyers in the country.Hero MotoCorp Sales August 2022Hero MotoCorp motorcycle sales in August 2022 stood at 4,30,799 units, up from 4,20,609 units sold in August 2021. Top selling motorcycles from Hero include Splendor, Deluxe, Passion, Xpulse, Xtreme, etc. Scooter sales on the other hand, dipped marginally to 31,809 units in August 2022 down from 33,270 units sold in August 2021. Top selling Hero scooters include Destini, Maestro, etc. They are getting ready to launch a new 125cc scooter to rival TVS Ntorq.This took total two wheeler sales up 1.92 percent to 4,62,608 units in August 2022 as against 4,53,879 units sold in August 2021. It was also a MoM growth from 4,45,580 units sold in July 2022. Domestic sales of both motorcycles and scooters were at 4,50,740 units in August 2022 from 4,31,137 units sold in August 2021. Exports however, saw a YoY de-growth to 11,868 units in August 2022, from 22,742 units sold in August 2021 relating to a near 50 percent de-growth.Hero MotoCorp Sales Aug 2022Where motorcycle sales were concerned, there was also a YTD growth to 21,58,381 units in the FY 2022-23 period, an increase over 18,04,324 units sold in FY 2021-22. In terms of scooters, YTD sales improved to 1,40,000 units in the FY 2022-23 period from 1,28,460 units sold in the same period of the previous year.In domestic markets, Hero MotoCorp sales of motorcycles and scooters stood at 22,09,590 units in the FY 2022-23 period, up from 19,32,784 units sold in the same period of last year. Exports dipped to 88,791 units in the FY2022-23 period, down from 1,31,732 units sold in the same period last year. This took total sales to 22,99,381 units in the FY 2022-23 period, notably higher when compared to 19,32,784 units sold in the FY 2022-23 period.Xpulse Xperience CenterIn related news, Hero MotoCorp also opened its first ever ‘Xpulse Xperience Center’ in Bengaluru. It is designed for off-road riding with biking tracks and special infrastructure to offer Xpulse 200 4V riders a unique racing experience.Hero MotoCorp had also recently commenced deliveries of the limited-edition Xpulse 200 4V Rally Edition which is priced at Rs 1,52,100. 100 units that comprised the first batch have all been delivered to customers and bookings for the second batch are set to commence soon. Hero XPulse 200 4V Rally Edition comes in with several upgrades over the standard version of the bike and is powered by a 200cc single cylinder, oil cooled, fuel injected engine making 18.9 hp power and 17.35 Nm torque mated to a 5 speed gearbox. More

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      2022 KTM Duke New Colours Launched – 125, 200, 250, 390

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      KTM 390 series is currently the highest selling series comprising of Duke, RC and adventure range2022 KTM Duke 200 New ColourWhat comes to your mind when you think of a KTM? A lightweight and sporty machine that looks as funky as it can look. But definitely in orange, isn’t it? Orange has been one of the most identifiable colour options for a KTM product. But in a way, the company tastefully does the orange combinations to strike the right balance. Kudos!But that perception is slightly changing as black, white and even hints of blue are coming into the mix. But still, KTM does it tastefully and appeals vastly to youngsters. Truth be told, orange wheels are a little too much for my taste. KTM has been listening to feedback from people like me too and hence 390 Duke now doesn’t get orange wheels. Let’s take a look at what all is new.KTM Colourways UpdatedLet us start with 390 series as it is the highest-selling of all KTMs. For MY2022, KTM RC 390 and 390 Adventure get black wheels. But the same was not translated to 390 Duke as it still has orange wheels since its inception 9 years ago. But now, 390 Duke gets two new colorways, Dark Galvano and Liquid Metal.Liquid Metal gets orange majorly including the frame, but has blue and black highlights while the sub-frame and wheels are now black. Dark Galvano looks the best of all KTM Duke colourways, I should say. Coming to 250, 200 and 125 Duke, and Husqvarna Svartpilen 250, they all get one new colourways each while 390 got two. Hey, 390 Duke has bragging rights, okay?2022 KTM Duke 390 New ColourHusqvarna Svartpilen 250 gets a new black/blue/beige colourway that replaces the one currently on sale. 250 Duke gets a grey/black shade that is called Ebony Black and it is accentuated by subtle orange.I literally rubbed my eyes twice to see one of the most subtle colour schemes that KTM ever offered. It is called Drak Galvano and 390 gets it for the first time now. It looks stealthy and immaculate at the same time. Silver colour is axed, though.125 & 200 Duke200 Duke and 125 Duke also get one colourways each. 200 Duke gets a new grey colour that acts as the base while a combination of blue/white/orange goes on top. This colourway gets is called Dark Silver Metallic and gets a black frame coupled with a black subframe along with orange wheels. Electric Orange colourway is carried over as is. But the Ceramic White colourway that was offered before, is no more with 200 Duke.2022 KTM Duke 125 New ColourKTM’s smallest machine gets the flashiest colour of all KTM Duke colourways. Again, tastefully done and executed too. It is a tasty white subframe along with a black frame and orange wheels. The colourway is white/orange/blue and is called Ceramic White similar to one offered with 200 Duke. It looks very funky and youthful. Just like its bigger sibling 200 Duke, Electric Orange is carried over too. Mechanically, all bikes are identical. More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Aug 2022 – Classic, Bullet, Meteor, Hunter, 650 Twins

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      Royal Enfield reports YTD, YoY and MoM sales growth in August 2022; Total sales surpass 70k unitsNew Royal Enfield Hunter 350While industry wide two-wheeler sales haven’t quite bounced back to its highest peaks, Royal Enfield is having a progressive quarter. Alongside a strong YoY sales performance, MoM sales too is markedly improved. Total Royal Enfield motorcycle sales last month are reported at just over 70k units.With a total of 70,112 units, the manufacturer reports 53 percent sales growth. Up from 45,860 units YoY, volume gain stood at 24,252 units. As monthly sales continue to grow, in tandem, the company has reported an improvement in YTD sales.Royal Enfield Sales Aug 2022While exports grew, it was growth in domestic sales that steered a strong result. Of total sales, the 350cc segment as always defines and dictates what happens, only this time in a stronger avatar. 350cc segment sales is reported at 62,236 units, up from 38,572 units. Volume growth is reported at 61.35 percent. Volume gain stood at 23,664 units. In this segment, RE sells Classic, Bullet, Meteor, Electra and Hunter.Above 350cc segment sales is reported at 7,876 units at 8 percent growth. Up from 7,288 units, volume gain stood at 588. In this segment, RE sells 650 Twins, Himalayan and Scram. Soon they will launch the new Himalayan 450, Scram 450 and Super Meteor 650 cruiser.Royal Enfield Sales Aug 2022Royal Enfield Exports is up at 7,220 units at 6 percent growth. Up from 6,790 units, volume gain stood at 430 units. Total domestic sales are up at 62,892 units, up from 39,070 units. Volume gain is reported at 23,822 units at 61 percent growth. Royal Enfield August 2022 results saw growth in all quarters.MoM sales growth in August 2022MoM sales are up from 55,555 units. Volume gain stood at 14,557 units at 26 percent growth. 350cc segment sales is up from 46,336 units at 34.31 percent growth. Volume gain stood at just below 16k units.The above 350cc segment saw sales decline of 14.57 percent, down from 9,219 units. Volume loss stood at 1,343 units. Domestic sales growth is reported at 35.17 percent, up from 46,529 units. Volume gain stood at 16,363 units. Exports fell from just over 9k units at 20 percent decline. Volume loss stood at 1.8k units.YTD sales soars ahead in 5 monthsYTD FY23 sales for the 350cc segment is up at 2,64,376 units. At 45 percent growth, YoY YTD sales are up from 1,82,681 units. Above 350cc segment sales is up 57 percent at 48,496 units from 30,857 units. Total YTD sales are up at 3,12,872 units from 2,13,538 units. Volume growth stood at 47 percent. Exports for the fiscal are up at 45,809 units at 50 percent growth, up from 30,501 units. With the 350cc segment being its backbone, Royal Enfield has often found a way to reinvigorate the segment. Its latest wonder kid being the Hunter 350cc launched in early August. More