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      TVS Motor Sales Aug 2022 – Apache, Jupiter, iQube, Raider, Ntorq

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      TVS Motor Company reported two wheeler sales growth of 15 percent in August 2022 to 3,33,787 unitsImage – Auto EraTVS Motor Company has registered total sales growth of 14.82 percent in August 2022. Total sales (2+3W) in the past month stood at 3,33,787 units as compared to 2,90,694 units sold in August 2021. On a MoM basis, sales improved 6.09 percent compared to 3,14,639 units sold in July 2022.Positive sentiments prevailed across the auto sector in the past month. Sales growth was reported by most automakers as is generally seen at the start of the festive season in the country. There have also been improvements in supply chain and improved availability of semiconductors have also boosted demand in this segment.TVS Motor 2W Sales August 2022TVS motorcycle sales improved by 17.44 percent YoY in August 2022 to 1,57,118 units from 1,33,789 units sold in August 2021. This was a 23,329 unit volume growth with a 49.79 percent share. MoM sales also increased 4.51 percent from 1,50,340 units sold in July 2022. Top selling motorcycles from TVS includes – Apache, Raider, Sport, Star City, etc. 2023 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V motorcycle has been spied testing for the first time and will see some changes along with a new exhaust.Scooter sales also increased 39.98 percent YoY and 10.59 percent MoM to 1,21,866 units in August 2022. The company had sold 87,059 units in August 2021 and 1,10,196 units in July 2022. The company’s scooter lineup currently commands a 38.62 percent share. Top selling scooters of TVS are Jupiter, Ntorq, Pep+, etcTVS Motor Sales Aug 2022 vs Aug 2021 (YoY)TVS electric scooter sales also increased 580.74 percent to 4,418 units in the past month, up from 649 units sold in August 2022 while MoM sales dipped by 30.32 percent from 6,340 units sold in July 2022. The company has increased production of its iQube electric scooter after noting outstanding demand. TVS Creon based electric scooter was also spied testing recently. There was a YoY and MoM de-growth in TVS XL100 moped sales that dipped 31.63 percent YoY to 36,555 units from 53,465 units sold in Augusts 2021 while MoM sales fell 6.59 percent from 39,122 units sold in July 2022.Domestic sales of two wheelers stood at 2,39,325 units in August 2022 up 32.96 percent from 1,79,999 units sold in August 2021 while on a MoM basis, sales improved 18.51 percent from 2,01,942 units sold in July 2022. Exports on the other hand dipped YoY (-19.19 percent) and MoM (-22 percent) to 76,214 units. This took total 2W sales to 3,15,539 units in August 2022 up 15.03 percent from 2,74,313 units sold in August 2021 and up 5.30 percent MoM from 2,99,658 units sold in July 2022.TVS Motor 3W Sales August 2022Three wheeler sales (domestic+exports) of TVS Motor Company stood at 18,248 units in August 2022, up 11.40 percent from 16,381 units sold in August 2021. MoM sales also improved by21.81 percent from 14,981 units sold in July 2022. Domestic sales were higher by 75.91 percent to 1,352 units in the past month from 768 units sold in August 2021 while MoM sales improved by 103.16 percent from 665 units sold in July 2022.TVS Motor Sales Aug 2022 vs Jul 2022 (MoM)Exports also saw a YoY and MoM growth of 8.22 percent and 18.03 percent to 16,897 units. Total domestic 2+3 wheelers sales saw a 33.14 percent YoY growth to 2,40,676 units in August 2022 from 1,80,767 units sold in August 2021 while MoM sales improved by 18.76 percent from 2,02,607 units sold in July 2022. Exports saw a YoY and MoM de-growth of 15.30 percent and 16.89 percent respectively to 93,111 units in August 2022. This was against 1,09,927 units shipped in August 2022 and 1,12,032 units shipped in July 2022. More

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      Ather Electric Scooter Sales Aug 2022 At 6,410 – 297% Growth YoY

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      Ather Energy reports its highest electric scooter sales in August 2022 at 6,410 units; YoY growth at 297 percentAther Electric ScooterWith continued investments coming its way, Ather has concentrated on improving its market reach. This is brought about through immersive experience centres. The newest centres were opened in Pune, Chennai, and Ranchi.Growth momentum portends good tidings for the electric two-wheeler industry. A space that has been growing continually and relies on future growth projections. This is in tandem with industry wide goals to reduce dependency on fossil fuels.Ather Electric Scooter Sales Aug 2 s022August 2022 has been phenomenal for Ather Energy. The brand reported sales at 6,410 units at growth just shy of 300 percent. A year earlier this number was closer to 1.6k units. Volume growth stands at almost 4.8k units. MoM sales are up from 2,389 units at 168.31 percent growth. Volume growth stood at just over 4k units.The EV manufacturer holds a leadership position in Kerala at 34 percent market share. The month just ended also saw Ather Energy roll out it’s 50,000th unit. While the company began sales operations a little over 4 years ago, it’s only in recent months that sales momentum has taken great strides.Ather Electric Scooter Sales Aug 2022Ather sales network and production growthWhat is amazing about Ather’s sales in August 2022 is that in a not too instant past these numbers barely touched the 1k mark. Current numbers reflect not just determined focus in production but also a reliable sales network. Over time, scope for business has improved with the company beginning sales in newer markets.In quicktime the electric two-wheeler space has become competitive and is showing signs of greater acceptance. For now, the e2W space remains dominated by e-scooters. And for now, business is simple at Ather. The company has followed a conservative path and relies on two scooters for all its sales, the Ather 450 Plus and Ather 450X. In July, the company was transitioning in prep for the launch of Ather 450X Gen 3. As such, it resorted to production shutdown for a considerable period.Growing momentum in Ather productionRavneet S. Phokela, Chief Business Officer, Ather Energy “We have registered the highest ever monthly sales figures, delivering 6410 scooters to our customers. The demand has always been strong, but we’ve been grappling with supply chain constraints. It is now that all the hard work on ramping up the supply chain is beginning to pay off, and we see growth in our production numbers.This growing momentum in production will ease the waiting period for deliveries, and that coupled with the ongoing distribution footprint expansion sets us up well for a great festive season.” More

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      Bajaj Sales Aug 2022 – Pulsar, Avenger, Chetak, Dominar, CT100

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      Bajaj Auto reported a 49 percent YoY growth in total (2Wh + CV) domestic sales while a de-growth of 28 percent was seen in the case of total exports in August 2022New Bajaj Pulsar 160NBajaj Auto Limited has seen outstanding sales in domestic markets in August 2022. Total sales which included that of two wheelers and commercial vehicles increased by 49 percent. Exports, on the other hand dipped 28 percent YoY.In domestic markets, total sales stood at 2,56,755 units, up 49 percent from 1,72,595 units sold in August 2021. Exports dipped 28 percent to 1,44,840 units in the past month from 2,00,675 units shipped in August 2022. This led to total sales of 4,01,595 units in August 2022 up 8 percent over 3,73,270 units sold in August 2021.Bajaj Auto Sales August 2022Two wheeler sales of the company stood at 2,33,838 units in August 2022. Bajaj Auto has also reported highest ever sales for the Bajaj Platina. This was a 48 percent YoY growth over 1,57,971 units sold in August 2021. Other motorcycles in the lineup also performed well, including Pulsar, Dominar, Avenger, CT100. Chetak electric scooter sales are also on the rise.Exports of two wheelers however, dipped 32 percent YoY to 1,21,787 units in August 2022, down from 1,80,339 units exported in August 2021. This took total sales in this segment to 3,55,625 units, up 5 percent from 3,38,310 units sold in August 2022.Bajaj Sales Aug 2022Commercial vehicle sales in domestic markets experienced a 57 percent YoY growth to 22,917 units in August 2022, up from 14,624 units sold in August 2021. There was also a 13 percent increase in exports to 23,053 units, up from 20,336 units exported in August 2021. Total commercial vehicle sales were higher by 31 percent YoY to 45,970 units in August 2022 from 34,960 units sold in August 2021. Bajaj RE EV 283 and RE EV Cargo have been recently spotted on test and features have been detailed. The RE EV 283 electric auto rickshaw could launch in cities of Pune and Bengaluru first.Bajaj Auto YTD Sales and ExportsYear to date (YTD) sales during the period April-August 2022 saw a total (2W + CV) de-growth of 3 percent to 16,89,911 units down from 17,48,400 units sold in the same period of 2021. Again it was domestic sales that ended on a positive note with a 14 percent growth to 7,92,547 units from 6,97,005 units sold in the same 5 month period of 2021. Total exports (2W+CV) fell 15 percent to 8,97,364 units in the April-August 2022 period from 10,51,395 units sold in the same period of 2021.In domestic markets, Bajaj Auto two wheeler sales improved by 9 percent to 7,12,640 units, up from 6,56,755 units sold in the April-August 2021 period while exports fell 12 percent to 8,05,197 units from 9,11,429 units sold in the corresponding period of 2021. This took total 2W sales down 3 percent to 15,17,837 units in the first 5 months of 2022 from 15,68,184 units sold in the same period of 2021.Bajaj Sales Aug 2022 – YTD FY 2023Commercial vehicle YTD sales nearly doubled in domestic markets during the April-August 2022 period. It was a 99 percent growth to 79,907 units sold during the 5 month period, up from 40,250 units sold in the same period of 2021. Exports fell 34 percent to 92,167 units from 1,39,966 units sold in the 2021 period.  Total sales of CVs thus dipped 5 percent to 1,72,074 units from 1,80,216 units sold in the April-August 2021 period. More

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      Bajaj Vincent Motorcycles Launch Planned To Rival Royal Enfield ?

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      Britain’s Vincent Motorcycles is often termed as “Makers of World’s Fastest Motorcycles”Vincent Motorcycle2W and 3W manufacturing giant, Bajaj Auto Ltd has acquired the rights for the name Vincent. Bajaj has likely acquired HRD and Egli-Vincent brands as well. Vincent brand was previously owned by Dave Holder & Family and now, it seems that Bajaj owns the rights.Vincent Motorcycles was a British motorcycle manufacturer founded by Philip Vincent. He bought HRD and started producing motorcycles as HRD Vincent, which eventually became Vincent Engineers. Company’s most famous creation is the 1948 Vincent Black Shadow, which was the fastest bike in the world at that time.A Vincent Black Lightning broke the record of the highest price ever paid for a 2-wheeler at around Rs. 6 crore in 2018. It is extremely rare as only 31 models were ever made. That particular piece was used to set Australia’s land speed record of 228 km/h at that time by Jack Ehret. A Black Shadow did 241.9 km/h once after the rider stripped all of his clothes except for his boxers and was famously called “The Bathing Suit Bike”. Hey, that’s real history.Bajaj Vincent MotorcycleA story goes that Mr. Shankar Ramanan ordered a special black shadow which he took back to India and created a speed record at Juhu Aerodrome near Mumbai. Bajaj has not given any official statement regarding this update. But Vincent trademark along with (rumoured) HRD and Egli-Vincent seem to be Bajaj’s intellectual properties now.Bajaj Auto Trademarks VINCENT in the UKIt is not yet known if Bajaj is looking to make a speed record shattering machine or is reviving a classic brand to use Vincent as a sub-brand of retro classic motorcycles like Royal Enfield. Or we can expect a complete revival of Vincent brand to operate as its own entity under Bajaj’s umbrella of course. The latter seems to be a logical and reasonable possibility, isn’t it?Vincent name is trademarked by David M Holder in IndiaWe have BSA, Jawa and Yezdi that have been revived by Classic legends under Mahindra’s umbrella. TVS Motor also acquired British brand Norton Motorcycles recently. We can expect something similar with Bajaj’s acquisition of Vincent brand.Bajaj Version Of Triumph MotorcyclesBajaj has also partnered up with Triumph to launch affordable motorcycles. But those motorcycles will be sold as Triumph. It is likely that Bajaj uses this revived Vincent brand to launch their version of upcoming Triumph motorcycles. They partnered with KTM to launch KTM motorcycles in India and used tech to launch new Pulsar and Dominar motorcycles. Same could be repeated with Triumph and Vincent brand names.Royal Enfield’s parent company, Eicher Motors had applied for Vincent trademark in 2013.Demand for nostalgic retro classic motorcycles are on the rise not just here in India, but also worldwide. As of now, it is Royal Enfield which is leading the race by a huge margin. Not only in India, but even in select global markets. Most likely because there is no real competition.This is why other brands are trying to enter this space. In recent years we have seen Mahindra revive Jawa, Yezdi and BSA. With a brand like Vincent, Bajaj can expect to create a big impact in the retro classic motorcycle segment. And take on the leaders Royal Enfield. More details are expected to be revealed soon.Source More

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      Bajaj Sales Breakup July 2022 – Pulsar, Platina, Dominar, Chetak

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      Bajaj Auto posted a 6.48 percent YoY growth in domestic markets while exports fell 14.28 percent in July 2022Bajaj Pulsar 200Bajaj Auto Limited has posted 2W sales (domestic + exports) of 3,03,260 units in July 2022. This was against 3,17,051 units sold in July 2021. In June 2022, sales had stood at 3,15,948 units relating to a MoM de-growth. Domestic sales increased 6.48 percent to 1,61,422 units in the past month from 1,51,594 units sold in July 2021 while exports dipped by 14.28 percent to 1,41,838 units from 1,65,457 units on a YoY basis.In domestic markets, the company reported a 6.48 percent YoY de-growth. Sales fell for each of the company models except the Pulsar and Chetak. Bajaj Pulsar topped the sales list with 1,01,905 units sold in the past month, up 56.55 percent from 65,094 units sold in July 2021. Bajaj Pulsar commanded a 63.15 percent share.Bajaj Auto Domestic Sales July 2022In the Pulsar lineup, it was Pulsar 125cc that garnered most sales at 59,844 units, up 72.63 percent from 34,667 units sold in July 2021. Pulsar 150cc sales stood at 31,416 units in the past month, up 45.88 percent over 21,535 units sold in July 2021. Pulsar 200cc sales also increased 84.25 percent YoY to 9,964 units from 5,408 units sold in July 2021. The company however, noted a YoY de-growth for the Pulsar 250, sales of which dipped to 681 units last month from 3,484 units sold in July 2021.Bajaj Platina posted an 11.21 percent YoY de-growth to 48,484 units from 54,606 units sold in July 2021. This was a 6,122 unit volume dip with a 30.04 percent share. Likewise, sales of the Bajaj CT also fell 78.31 percent Yoy to 6,064 units from 27,962 units sold in July 2021. Avenger sales dipped 47.58 percent to 1,256 units in the past month from 2,396 units sold in July 2021 with the Avenger 200cc gaining most sales of 1,143 units, down 38.75 percent from 1,866 units sold in July 2021. Avenger 250 sales dipped 78.68 percent to 113 units from 530 units sold in the same month last year.Bajaj Domestic Sales Jul 2022Dominar also suffered a YoY de-growth of 11.79 percent to 711 units from 806 units sold in July 2021 with the 409 units of Dominar 500cc and 302 units of Dominar 250cc sold during the month. Chetak sales increased 311.23 percent YoY to 3,002 units sold in July 2022 from 730 units sold in July 2021. Bajaj Chetak was the 6th best-selling electric scooter in India in the past month.Bajaj 2W Exports July 2022Exports of Bajaj Auto fell 14.28 percent YoY in July 2022. Exports which had stood at 1,65,457 units in July 2021 fell to 1,41,838 units in July 2022 with a 23,619 unit volume de-growth. Every model in the company lineup posted a YoY de-growth except for the CT and Discover.In global markets, it was the Bajaj Boxer that commanded most attention. Sales dipped 20.56 percent to 74,314 units in July 2022 from 93,548 units shipped in July 2021. The Boxer commands a 52.39 percent share on the export list. Most sales were seen for the Boxer 110 with 55,172 units sold last month, down 27.96 percent from 76,588 units sold in July 2022. There were also 11,440 units of Boxer 150cc shipped last month, down 23.28 percent from 14,912 units shipped in July 2021 and 7,702 units of Boxer 125cc exported with a 276.07 percent YoY growth over 2,048 units shipped in July 2021.Bajaj Exports Jul 2022Bajaj Pulsar exports fell 23.71 percent to 26,983 units in July 2022 from 35,371 units shipped in July 2021 leading to an 8,388 unit volume de-growth with a 19.02 percent share.  Pulsar 200cc received more attention in global markets with 14,677 units exported and a 1.92 percent YoY decline while there were also 1,568 units of Pulsar 125 and 9,714 units of Pulsar 150 shipped last month along with 1,204 units of Pulsar 250.Bajaj CT and Discover posted a 38.01 percent and 15.71 percent YoY growth respectively. Sales stood at 22,752 units and 12,784 units in July 2022, up from 16,486 units and 11.048 units sold in July 2021 respectively.  Of the CT, there were 9,192 units of CT110 sold in the past month along with 12,984 units of CT125 and 576 units of CT150. Discover 125cc exports were at 10,984 units along with 1,800 units of Discover 110. Platina (2,520 units), Dominar (2,101 units) and Avenger (384 units) also featured lower down on the export list with each posting a YoY de-growth. More

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      Ather Electric Scooter Records 50k Production Milestone

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      Ather Energy celebrates 50,000th electric scooter production landmark – Ather 450X Gen 3 in Mint Green50,000th Ather Electric ScooterIn recent months, EV sales in India have punched in higher numbers. And this has gotten enthusiasts, potential buyers, and the market in general to take note. With a multitude of electric two-wheeler brands reporting sales growth, the e2W industry has collectively benefitted. Momentum is expected to tide the industry in the months to come and help further strengthen this space.Ather Energy too has been reporting promising sales. In July 2022, sales were just shy of 2.5k units. Growth trends have now culminated in Ather Energy reporting its first 50,000 units production milestone. Accelerated growth over the recent 12-month period has helped reach the milestone in quick time. Given current trends, and overall growth reported by most electric two-wheelers, these numbers are further expected to grow.Ather Electric two-wheeler sales growthWhile e2W sales are still a small fraction of total 2W sales, these numbers will continue to improve as per demand estimates projected. With a renewed interest in electric two-wheelers, largely led by e-scooters, the current marketplace is proving to be a place of trust. Initial skepticism is no longer as pronounced, and more people seem keen.This even though e2Ws are not really cheap-er than traditional two-wheelers, especially high-speed variants. Market behaviour reveals an acceptance for e-scooters, irrespective of price bracket. An indication that a growing number of buyers are placing their confidence in charging on the go over filling on the go.Machines. Moments. Milestones.Celebrating our sweet 50,000th & the electrifying journey that lead up to it! ??? pic.twitter.com/7KrfK4yXZt— Ather Energy (@atherenergy) August 30, 2022e2W charging networkIn the meantime, the charging infra network across cities continues to be strengthened. Such centres are also exploring opportunities of swapping charged batteries for drained ones. This in turn would help save time and culminate into an efficient approach.As the network grows, it instills more confidence and continues to bring e2Ws into a position of favour. Given the potential of 2W sales in India, the e2W space will grow leaps and bounds as the country moves towards proposed deadlines of limiting dependency on fossil fuels.Ather 450X Gen 3 ride rangeSince its first launch in 2018, Ather Energy has come a long way. With over 4 years of sales under their belt, the company has continued to work on its scooters to ensure they meet ever growing customer demand. The newest launch from the manufacturer was scheduled last month with the Ather 450X Gen 3 e-scooter.Equipped with a 3.7 kWh lithium ion battery, the 74 Ah capacity unit enables a ride range of 146 kms. This continuity on ride range improvement is another compelling reason that has improved market sentiment. More

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      2023 Yamaha FZ15 Facelift Unveiled – Can Run On Petrol, Ethanol

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      Running motorcycles on Ethanol is a lot cleaner and also a lot more economical and also ecologically friendly2023 Yamaha FZ15 FaceliftEven though you can’t create fuel-grade pure Ethanol at your house. The idea still holds true. Rather than pumping more and more crude oil that might sway the ecological and geological system that this earth is, we can make our own fuel from agricultural crops. This sustainable fuel is also beneficial for the growth of agricultural sector.The wastes of produce are let to decompose with yeast and other microbes and due to fermentation, Ethanol is created. But you can’t just take Ethanol and put it in your vehicle that was designed to run on petroleum products like petrol and diesel. With high price tags of electric vehicles and not so many advances made in solar and hydrogen fields, Ethanol sounds feasible for developing countries like India, Brazil and the likes.2023 Yamaha FZ15 FaceliftHonda has always been hot for this flex fuel idea where an engine is designed to run on both fuels. Honda has been pioneering flex fuel tech for over a decade now. Brazil gets a Honda CG 160 Titan motorcycle in Brazil which can run on both petrol and ethanol. But emissions norms for India are in keeping with BS6 / Euro 5 levels. Whereas emission norms in Brazil are less than Euro 4 levels. This makes it easier to implement flex-fuel technology in the South American country.Now Yamaha has stepped into the arena in Brazil with 2023 Fazer FZ15 facelift. Brazil-spec FZ15 comes with a slightly updated design that is also likely to make it to India. But both displace the same 149cc. While Brazil-spec motor can run on both petrol and ethanol. This engine develops 12.2bhp with both fuels and develops 12.7Nm of torque.2023 Yamaha FZ15 FaceliftThis engine’s power and torque figures are mostly similar to India-spec FZ V3 which produces 12.4bhp and 13.3Nm. Also, cycle parts are mostly the same too. Brazil gets the same suspension, braking components, 17” alloy wheels, and probably the 5-speed gearbox too. But Brazil-spec 2023 Yamaha FZ15 Facelift gets some new things that FZ V3 in India doesn’t.Design Changes & ComponentryThe most impressive part that Brazilian FZ gets is Pirelli’s Diablo Rosso 2, which is offered as standard. Other changes include a new headlight assembly unit that seems to be inspired by the FZ25 that we have in India. FZ15 now gets a projector unit along with twin LED DRLs flanking the projector that looks very handsome.Rest of its design is kept intact, though. It still gets the same body panels, rear section, seats, fuel tank and everything. One design change that I wholeheartedly welcome is a black finish on the trim around its fake air vents situated on its muscular fuel tank shrouds. Earlier it was chrome and looked absolutely atrocious and gaudy.2023 Yamaha FZ15 FaceliftEven though Yamaha FZ15 ethanol that could run on both fuels is less likely to make it to India, the design changes are highly likely to make it to India. We can expect a refresh of FZ V3 by the end of this year and receive the same projector headlight assembly as Brazilian-spec FZ15. When launched, it will lock horns with Pulsar 150 and the likes. More

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      Keeway Benda Cruiser Launch Price Rs 3.89 L – Royal Enfield Rival

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      Hungarian brand Keeway debuted in India with 2 scooters and a cruiser couple of months agoKeeway Benda 300cc CruiserKeeway has launched Benda V302 C in India today and the main highlight of this motorcycle is its price tag which starts at Rs. 3.89 lakh for Glossy grey, Rs. 3.99 lakh for Glossy Black and 4.09 lakh for Glossy Red (all prices ex-sh). C in V302 C means cruiser and it sits above the recently launched K-Light 250V cruiser.Owing to its cruiser genre, it aims at providing a quintessential cruiser-bike feel to its customers. While doing so, it also has to look the part as well. Hungarian brand Keeway has stuck to a typical cruiser bike look and at the same time, has created enough distinctions to be easily recognisable as a V302 C.Keeway Benda V302 C – Design & FeaturesAlong with scooters like Sixties and Vieste 300, Keeway is expanding its portfolio further. V302 C seems to be the culmination of two companies, Keeway and Benda. Together, they have created a handsome machine that doesn’t get a single ounce of chrome like typical American cruisers and choppers. The mostly black machine comes off as unique and sporty. Which will appeal to a lot of young buyers.It gets LED lighting all around. All lightings including headlight, are round which gives V302 C, a modern retro-classic feel. The engine bay is blacked out and gets a large vertical radiator for its liquid cooling setup. It gets a stubby single-piece seat that looks very comfy for the rider and not so much for a pillion.Keeway Benda 300cc CruiserBoth cylinders of this V-twin engine get separate exhaust headers that merge into a single exhaust unit that is finished in black and looks extremely classy. The teardrop fuel tank that takes 15L also looks classy. Speedo console is a circular LCD unit with gear positioning indicator.Specs & CompetitionComing to the heart of the matter, Keeway Benda V302 C gets a liquid-cooled 298cc V-twin engine that has 4V per cylinder and a SOHC for both cylinders. It makes around 30 bhp at 8,500 RPM and 26.5 Nm at 6,500 RPM. This engine is coupled to a 6-speed gearbox and the wheels are driven via a belt drive.But does the name 302 ring any bell in your mind? Yeah, we’re talking about QJ’s 300cc platform that is likely to come to India as Benelli 302S. Both Benelli and Keeway are QJ’s subsidiaries. But Keeway Benda V302 C is a V-twin while Benelli 302S is a cheaper parallel twin. Also, V302 C’s engine has a longer stroke owing to its cruiser nature.Keeway Benda 300cc Cruiser SpecsV302 C is built on a cradle chassis and it gets telescopic forks at front with 120mm travel and dual shockers at the rear with 42mm travel. Disc brakes are offered at both ends with a 300mm disc at front and a 240mm disc at the rear. It gets a 16” alloy wheel at front with 120/80-16 rubber and a 15” alloy wheel wrapped with a fat 150/80-15 rubber at the rear.Owing to its cruiser nature, it has a long 1,420mm wheelbase and a low 690mm seat height. With 158mm ground clearance and 175 kg of wet weight (dry weight is 167 kg), Keeway Benda V302 C is very manageable in Indian conditions. At Rs. 3.89 lakh (ex-sh), it still can’t beat Royal Enfield Interceptor 650’s value.Keeway Benda 300cc CruiserBut V302 C offers a V-twin engine and a silky smooth belt drive that Interceptor doesn’t. It is all about the feel with cruisers like this. So, if you wanted a V-twin with a belt drive that offered a little more performance than K-Light 250V, this is it. Look no further. More