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      New Ather 450X Vs Chetak, iQube, S1 Pro – Electric Scooter Specs, Prices

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      With the Ather electric scooter now updated with new battery, here is a detailed comparison with rivals2022 TVS iQube Electric ScooterAther Energy has recently launched 450X Gen 3 with crucial updates under the skin. If we look at electric scooter sales in H1 2022, we can see that Okinawa is still at No.1 position followed by Hero Electric and Ola Electric. Ather Energy is in 5th place.The company wants to climb up the ladder and in that light, it has launched the improved 450X Gen 3. But how does it fare against current competition? Also, the upcoming Simple One electric scooter looks like an absolute winner on paper.Ather 450X Vs RivalsAther doesn’t have the highest peak power of this comparo at 5,400W. That credit still goes to Ola S1 Pro and upcoming Simple One with 8,500W. Followed by TVS iQube rated at 4,400W and Chetak at 4,080W. In terms of rated power, Ather is middle of the road at 3,300W as S1 Pro has 5,500W and Simple One has 4,500W. When it comes to peak torque, though, Simple One decimates everyone on this list with 72 Nm.450X Gen3 only offers a 146km claimed range while the S1 Pro offers 181km. But we have seen S1 Pro go over 200 km with Move OS 2 for which Ola CEO gifted free S1 Pro. Simple One is chuckling over there with its 300+ km promise with Extra Range variant and 236km with STD variant.New Ather 450X Vs Chetak, iQube, S1 ProIt is made possible because Simple One has the largest battery of the bunch too. It has a 3.3 kWh battery fixed on the floorboard and an additional removable 1.6 kWh battery for a combined 4.8 kWh. Next largest battery is offered by TVS iQube with a 4.56 kWh with a promised range of 140km and then comes S1 Pro with 3.9 kWh.S1 Pro promises the highest top speed of 115 kph and next in line is Simple One with 105 kph. S1 Pro also offers the largest 36L boot space too while Simple one is second largest at 30L. All scooters offer a disc brake at the rear except for Chetak and iQube which get drum brakes.Dimensions & PricingWhen it comes to the kerb weight, Bajaj Chetak is the chunkiest at 132 kg and iQube ST falls below it at 128 kg and then comes S1 pro at 125 kg. Simple One and Ather 450X Gen3 are neck and neck in terms of lightness at 110 kg and 111.6 kg respectively. TVS iQube is also the only one in this comparo to get a hub motor.New Ather 450X Vs Chetak, iQube, S1 ProIn terms of features, Ola S1 Pro is unrivaled as it gets a slew of features over the others. TVS also revamped its features for Gen 2 iQube and is now a lot more modern than the first one. Ather 450X also gets a lot of features and also accessories like TPMS but it still is a cut below Ola. Coming to the new kid on the block, Simple One promises a lot of features like Ola S1 Pro. But it still has to prove itself. The only scooter that feels like a decade old in this cutting-edge comparison is Bajaj Chetak. It lacks finesse, convenience and gimmicks others are offering.Pricing for EVs vary from city to city due to availability issues and whatnot. Also considering state subsidies which vary across states. So, for final pricing, head to the nearest showroom or company’s official website.  More

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      New Yamaha 125cc Scooter Debuts – Connected Tech, LED Light, Digital Speedo

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      Named Fazzio, Yamaha’s new 125cc cutie will primarily target the young generation; has Fascino-like vibesNew Yamaha 125cc Fazzio ScooterWith growing preference for retro-styled products among youngsters, Yamaha has launched a new 125cc scooter in Thailand. Yamaha Fazzio is available in two variants, Standard version and a Smart Key version. While the Standard model is available at 54,900 baht (Rs 1.20 Lakh), the Smart Key variant costs 56,600 baht (approx. Rs 1.23 lakh).For retro enthusiasts in India, Yamaha has the 125cc Fascino. However, it is quite different from Fazzio. Overall quantum of retro styling used for Fascino is relatively less as compared to Fazzio. The latter has the classic, old-school look whereas Fascino has a balanced retro-modern mix.Yamaha Fazzio 125 featuresApart from its attractive retro styling, another thing that seems likeable is the scooter’s compact profile. Moreover, there are some exciting colour options to choose from. Standard version of Fazzio is available in four colour options of Blue, Red, Yellow and Grey. Smart Key variant is available in dual-tone colour options of Grey-Orange and Black-Green.Talking about design highlights, Yamaha Fazzio has round headlamp, cylindrical turn indicators at front and rear, dual-tone front apron, broad front mudguard, flat-seat design, thick grab rail and stubby exhaust. Floorboard is flat and decent sized, which should suffice for everyday needs. A number of utilities are available such as mobile charging socket, two hooks for carrying stuff and large 17.8 litre underseat storage.New Yamaha 125cc Fazzio ScooterOther key features include engine stop/start system and a vertically-oriented full digital LCD instrument console. Even though compact, the screen displays a range of information. It has Bluetooth connectivity and can be paired with the user’s smartphone via Yamaha’s Y-Connect app. Users can access a range of functions such as call and SMS alerts, malfunction notification, fuel consumption data, performance stats, last parked location, driving history and maintenance reminder.Yamaha Fazzio specsYamaha Fazzio utilizes an underbone frame, suspended on telescopic front forks and swingarm rear suspension. It is offered with front disc and rear drum brakes. Safety features include a Unified Brake System that helps reduce braking distance through automatic brake force distribution. Fazzio has 12-inch wheels shod with 110/70 tyres at both ends.Fazzio’s 125cc motor generates 8.4 bhp of max power and 10.6 Nm of peak torque. It utilizes an automatic V-belt powertrain. Yamaha Fascino’s numbers are pretty close at 8.04 bhp and 10.3 Nm. Fazzio can run on gasoline as well as Gasohol. The latter is a blend of gasoline and alcohol. Fazzio’s engine supports both E10 and E20 Gasohol that have ethanol mix of 10% and 20%, respectively.New Yamaha 125cc Fazzio ScooterWhile Fazzio has a unique and attractive profile, it is unlikely to be launched in India. Yamaha’s focus here has primarily been on motorcycles that generate a greater percentage of the company’s sales. In related update, Yamaha could bring back RX100 in BS6 format. In the scooter segment, Yamaha is likely to focus on introducing premium lifestyle products. The company also has plans to launch electric scooters in India. More

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      Hero Sales Breakup June 2022 – Splendor, Passion, Deluxe, Maestro, Destini

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      Hero MotoCorp registered strong YoY sales in domestic markets with 5.77 percent growth, while exports dipped 29.33 percentImage – R RohitIn June 2022, Hero MotoCorp has registered domestic sales of 4,63,180 units. This was a YoY growth of 5.77 percent as against 4,37,905 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales on the other hand dipped marginally by 0.70 percent from 4,66,438 units sold in May 2022.The leading two wheeler maker in India has also announced a price hike from July 2022 across its motorcycle and scooter range. This price hike across its motorcycle lineup ranges from Rs 1,000 to Rs 3,638 depending on model. The prices of scooters have also been increased by Rs 528 to Rs 1,630.Hero MotoCorp Sales Breakup June 2022In domestic markets, it was the Hero Splendor that topped sales charts with 2,70,923 units sold in June 2022, up 2.62 percent from 2,64,009 units sold in June 2021. This was a 6,914 unit volume growth. MoM sales also improved 3.31 percent from 2,62,249 units sold in May 2022. It was followed at No. 2 by the HF Deluxe with sales of 1,13,155 units, up 2.20 percent YoY from 1,10,724 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales suffered a de-growth of 11.13 percent over 1,27,330 units sold in May 2022.Hero Glamour (30,105 units) and Passion (18,560 units) posted both YoY and MoM growth respectively. However, sales of the Hero Pleasure dipped to 11,321 units, down 34.93 percent YoY from 17,397 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales fell by 38.91 percent over 18,531 units sold in May 2022.Hero MotoCorp Sales June 2022. Splendor and Deluxe range contributes to almost 83% of total Hero sales in domestic market.There was also the Destini 125 (7,731 units), XPulse 200 (4,642 units), Xtreme 160R (3,806 units) and Maestro (2,937 units) on the domestic list, each of which posted a YoY growth. MoM sales however dipped for each of these models except for the XPulse 200 which saw a 33.35 percent increase in sales over 3,481 units sold in May 2022.Hero MotoCorp Exports Breakup June 2022 In global markets, Hero MotoCorp suffered a YoY de-growth of 29.33 percent to 21,657 units shipped in June 2022, down from 30,646 units sold in June 2021. MoM exports however increased by 7.01 percent from 20,238 units shipped in May 2022. Here it was Hero HF Deluxe that saw most buyers globally. Sales increased 76.43 percent to 5,681 units from 3,220 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales were also higher by 3.88 percent when compared to 5,469 units shipped in May 2022. Hero HF Deluxe had a 26.23 percent share in the company lineup in June 2022.Exports of Hero Hunk dipped on a YoY basis by 8.39 percent to 4,924 units in June 2022 but increased 78.99 percent MoM when compared to 2,751 units shipped in May 2022. Hero Glamour exports improved 319.48 percent YoY  and 71.66 percent MoM to 3,876 units while exports also increased YoY and MoM in the case of Xpulse 200 by 17.16 percent and  31 percent respectively to 2,772 units.Hero MotoCorp Exports June 2022Hero Splendor, which was a top favourite in domestic markets, failed to attract much attention overseas. Sales dipped 83.05 percent YoY to 1,507 units in June 2022 from 8,891 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales also fell by 77.33 percent from 6,648 units shipped in May 2022.Passion exports were at 1,440 units in the past month, up 220 percent MoM over 450 units shipped in May 2022 while exports of the Maestro dipped YoY by 18.77 percent to 1,233 units but increased MoM by 126.65 percent from 544 units shipped in May 2022. The export list also included Hero Pleasure (192 units) and Destini 125 (32 units), while there were 0 units of Achiever, Xtreme 160 and Xtreme 160/200 exported in the past month.  More

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      Bajaj, KTM Confirm New High End Electric Motorcycles – Pulsar, Duke ?

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      Launch of Bajaj, KTM electric motorcycles will take couple of years at least, as the plan is still in initial stages2023 KTM Duke Electric – RenderElectric two-wheeler segment is expected to witness significant growth in coming years. While bulk of sales will comprise affordable, entry-level electric two-wheelers, there will be plenty of scope for lifestyle products as well. It’s the latter segment that Bajaj Auto and KTM are now looking to target.According to Executive Director of Bajaj Rakesh Sharma, the company is currently working with KTM to identify an appropriate platform for the new electric motorcycles. KTM does have an EV portfolio in international markets, but it’s limited to electric cycles and off-road e-bikes. It’s apparent that Bajaj and KTM will have to develop a new platform from scratch, which is likely to take some time.Bajaj, KTM electric motorcyclesWorking together since 2007 on multiple projects, Bajaj and KTM will further solidify their partnership by foraying into high-end electric motorcycle segment. Bajaj currently manufactures KTM and Husqvarna motorcycles, as part of that partnership. These are sold in domestic market and also exported to overseas locations.Along with premium electric motorcycles, Bajaj is also likely to develop affordable EV products in collaboration with KTM. As part of its EV push, Bajaj has built a new manufacturing facility in Maharashtra. This is operational and caters exclusively to manufacturing electric two-wheelers. Chetak electric scooters have started to roll out of this facility.KTM Duke Electric Motorcycle Launch PlansBajaj, KTM high-end electric motorcycles and other upcoming EVs will be manufactured at this new facility. It is a state-of-the-art facility and can be used to manufacture a wide range of electric two-wheelers. It has peak manufacturing capacity of 5 lakh units per annum. The facility also has dedicated design and R&D centres. It has been developed at an investment of around Rs 750 crore.Bajaj Auto has filed trademarks for multiple new names recently. These include Dynamo, Tecnica, Technik, Pulsar Elan, Pulsar Eleganza, etc. It is likely that Bajaj could use either of these names for their upcoming electric motorcycle. KTM has already confirmed working on a Duke based electric motorcycle.Chetak expansion plansMost of the leading electric two-wheeler manufacturers currently have a limited number of products on offer. This applies to OEMs like Ampere, Ola, Ather, Revolt Motors and TVS. Bajaj currently offers only Chetak electric scooter that has been registering consistent sales every month. Sales could have been higher, but it hasn’t been possible due to global shortage of auto parts. Till date, pre-bookings for Chetak have been more than 16,000.Bajaj will be looking to boost sales in coming months, as supply situation improves globally. The company is also working to make Chetak available across the country. As of now, Chetak is available in 27 cities. There are plans to increase this number to 100 cities in the near future. Bajaj is also working to launch multiple new electric two-wheelers over the next two years. The company has already formed a new entity named Chetak Technology to focus exclusively on development of EVs. With more products on offer, Bajaj will be able to target a larger segment of users. More

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      Top 10 200cc To 500cc Motorcycles June 2022 – Classic, Meteor, CB350, Avenger

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      Royal Enfield Classic 350 has turned out to be the segment best with 25,425 units sold in the past monthRoyal Enfield dominates with 80.35% market shareMotorcycles in the 200-500cc segment posted a YoY growth in June 2022 while MoM sales declined. As always, models from Royal Enfield dominate the sales chart by holding top five spots. Total sales in the past month stood at 59,521 units, up 30.55 percent YoY over 45,592 units sold in June 2021. This was a volume growth of 13,929 units. MoM sales on the other hand, dipped 8.32 percent from 64,924 units sold in May 2022.Top 10 200cc To 500cc Motorcycles June 2022Royal Enfield had 5 of its models in the top 5 spots. The Classic 350 commanded a 42.72 percent market share with 25,425 units sold in June 2022, up 46.31 percent YoY over 17,377 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales dipped 15.13 percent when compared to 29,959 units sold in May 2022. This was the only model on the list to see sales above the 10,000 unit mark. At No. 2 was RE Meteor 350. Sales dipped 1.43 percent YoY to 8,645 units, from 8,770 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales improved 5.31 percent over 8,209 units sold in May 2022.Up next was Royal Enfield Bullet 350 with YoY sales growth of 10.83 percent to 5,893 units from 5,317 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales dipped 15.31 percent from 6,958 units sold in May 2022 leading to a 1,065 unit volume de-growth. The next generation Bullet 350cc has already been caught testing s on public roads and has been detailed in a walk around video.At No. 4 and 5 were RE Himalayan and Electra. Sales of the Himalayan increased by 559.94 percent YoY to 4,514 units from 684 units sold in June 2022. MoM sales also improved by 37.92 percent over 3,273 units sold in May 2022. Market share improved from 5.04 percent held in May 2022 to 7.58 percent in June 2022. Royal Enfield has over 80% market share, which is likely to grow further with the launch of new Hunter 350 next month.200cc to 500cc Motorcycle sales June 2022 vs June 2021 (YoY)The 5th best-selling model in the 200-255cc range from Royal Enfield was the Electra 350 with sales of 4,363 units in June 2022. The company had sold 3,137 units in June 2021 leading to a 39.08 percent YoY growth. MoM sales were up 15.67 percent over 3,769 units sold in May 2022.Honda H’ness CB350 at No 6 was the first non-RE motorcycle in the list. It sold 2,120 units in June 2022. This was a YoY growth of 14.41 percent from 1,853 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales were down 35.91 percent over 3,308 units sold in May 2022.This was followed by Bajaj Avenger 220 at No. 7 with sales of 2,108 units up 321.60 percent YoY from just 500 units sold in June 2021. There was also a notable MoM increase in sales by 631.94 percent from 288 units sold in May 2022. Yamaha FZ25 was up next with a YoY growth in sales by 19.75 percent to 673 units up from 562 units sold in June 2021 while MoM sales dipped 4.67 percent from 706 units sold in May 2022.Pulsar 250, KTM 390, Apache 310Hereafter, most motorcycles on this list saw a YoY and MoM de-growth. Bajaj Pulsar 250/220F sales dipped 88.95 percent YoY to 391 units in June 2022 from 3,540 units sold in June 2021. MoM sales however, improved 986.11 percent when compared to 36 units sold in May 2022. Suzuki V-Strom 250, a recent entrant to this list, saw sales of 380 units in June 2022. This was a MoM de-growth of 78.02 percent over 1,729 units sold in May 2022.200cc to 500cc Motorcycle sales June 2022 vs May 2022 (MoM)Sales of KTM 390 (374 units) and TVS Apache 310 (264 units) saw both YoY and MoM de-growth while sales of Dominar 250 increased 62.24 percent to 232 units in June 2022. KTM 250 (218 units), Dominar 400 (214 units) and Gixxer 250 (171 units) featured lower down the list along with Ninja 300 (130 units), CB 300R (108 units) and Husqvarna 250 (4 units). There were 0 units of the Mojo and CB500 sold last month while Yezdi/Jawa retail sales stood at 3,294 units, a YoY growth of 109.01 percent but 7.16 percent MoM de-growth. More

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      2022 Hero Xtreme 160R Launch Price Rs 1.17 L – Pulsar, Apache Rival

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      2022 Hero Xtreme 160R will remain identical to its predecessor mechanically and gets subtle additions only2022 Hero Xtreme 160R LaunchedHero MotoCorp has been at the top of the sales charts now for a really long time. As seen in our sales charts, Hero sold 3,83,165 units in June 2022, but it saw a decline of 7.76% YoY when compared to June 2021 with a difference of 32,320 units in total. Most of Hero MotoCorp sales come from budget offerings led by Splendor and the likes.But when it comes to premium offerings like Xtreme 160R and XPulse series, they don’t generate as many sales. But 160 cc segment is currently heating up again with the launch of Bajaj Pulsar N160 and it gets most of the good stuff from Pulsar N250. We also have the TVS Apache 160 4V which is currently the benchmark.Hero had launched its Xtreme 160R in this segment hoping to capture some of the market shares. But with the launch of Pulsar N160, Hero had to do something to keep its 160 cc offering competitive and hence they have given it a slight update for 2022 model year.2022 Hero Xtreme 160R LaunchedFor 2022 model year, Hero has slightly updated its potent Xtreme 160R. The upgrade is in the form of a gear position indicator on the LCD instrument cluster. Xtreme 160R gets a negative LCD panel displaying information like speedometer, tachometer, dual trip meter, clock and some more features. Take a look at the detailed walkaround video below, credit to MRD Vlogs.[embedded content][embedded content]Customers could also opt for Hero Connect which offers a range of connectivity features enhancing vehicle safety and user safety for Rs 4,999. Xtreme 160R also came with hazard lights, auto sail technology, and side stand engine cut-off. It lacked a gear-position indicator and now, Hero has added just that.Xtreme 160R has a muscular profile and gets an LED headlamp, LED DRLs, LED turn indicators, a sculpted fuel tank, a stubby tail section and a unique LED tail lamp that gets a blacked-out finish. The engine assembly, frame, exhaust pipe, and alloy wheels get a blacked-out look for added sportiness. 2022 Hero Xtreme 160R prices start from Rs. 1.17 lakh for single disc, Rs 1.20 lakh for double disc and goes to Rs. 1.23 lakh for 2022 Stealth Edition. All prices are ex-sh.2022 Hero Xtreme 160R Vs Bajaj Pulsar N160 Vs TVS Apache 160Xtreme 160R was a potent product and specced well against competition. But it doesn’t make as much power as a Pulsar N160 with 15.68 bhp and it definitely can’t match the outright 17.39 bhp of TVS Apache RTR 160 4V. It does make a little more power when compared to Honda X-Blade’s 13.67 bhp, though. But Xtreme 160R has a trump card and that is its 139 kg weight which is the lightest in this segment.2022 Hero Xtreme 160R vs Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Apache 1602022 Hero Xtreme 160R is powered by the same 163 cc, single-cylinder engine with an SOHC setup. It is capable of generating 15 bhp at 8500 RPM and 14 Nm of peak torque at 6500 RPM. This engine is mated to a 5-speed transmission. It weighs 138.5 kg with a single disc and can carry 12 litres of fuel. With this update, Hero has given some more value to their customers and expects to increase sales with this new addition. Hero has also announced some new colours too. More

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      TVS iQube Electric Scooter Sales Near 5k – Production To Increase

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      TVS bullish on electric mobility; EVs expected to capture 30% of scooter market and around 35% of three-wheeler segment by 2025Image – Gentleman bikesWith huge unlocked potential in electric two-wheeler and three-wheeler segments, TVS has been making huge investments in this space. After last year’s investment of Rs 1,000 crore, TVS Motor has announced another 1,000 crore investment this year. Most of the funds will be utilized for capacity expansion and development of new EV products.TVS senses a big opportunity in EV space, as there’s no clear winner at this point of time. It’s a constant battle, as dozens of EV companies have forayed into EV space. TVS has potential to become one of the top EV companies, as it has technical capabilities, abundant resources and the advantages that come with a pan-India dealer network. TVS is currently in top 10, but trails behind Okinawa, Hero Electric, Ola Electric, Ampere and Ather.25k monthly production by 2022 – 50k by 2023TVS recently launched upgraded iQube that has received significant number of bookings. TVS Motor MD Sudarshan Venu has said that they will be launching another new EV later this year. In June 2022, iQube posted its highest ever monthly sales till date, recording 4,667 units. Last 12 month avg sales of iQube has increased to 1,546 units while that of Bajaj Chetak for the same period is 1,121 units.With fresh investments, TVS aims to increase iQube electric scooter production to 25k units per month by the end of this year. This will be more than twice the existing production capacity figures. By 2023, TVS will aim to increase production capacity by 100%, making it 50k units per month. This will entail production capacity of around 5-6 lakh units per year.Bajaj Chetak vs TVS iQube electric scooter sales – last 12 monthsA significant percentage of the investments made by TVS have been routed through its overseas subsidiaries. For example, around Rs 1,100 crore have been channelled through TVS Singapore. These funds have been invested in other subsidiaries such as Swiss e-Mobility Group (SEMG) that received around Rs 750 crore. TVS had acquired SEMG earlier this year with a 75% stake in the company.Another trench of funds of Rs 130 crore was allocated for EGO Corporation. This Swiss-based e-bike company was acquired by TVS last year in an all-cash deal. Remaining funds were transferred to Norton Motorcycle. Till date, TVS Motor’s total investments routed through TVS Singapore were at Rs 1,892 crore in FY22. In the year ago period, the numbers were at Rs 809 crore.In addition to investment in its subsidiaries, TVS also allocated funds worth Rs 730 crore for capital expenditure in FY22. As compared to last year’s figures, YoY growth is 31%. The total of investments and capital expenditure by TVS in FY22 works out at around Rs 2,100 crore. Due to these massive investments, TVS free cash flow had turned negative. This was despite improved operating performance, powered by higher sales and cost reduction. This shows that the company is bullish on EV space and has made aggressive plans to establish a strong presence.Focus on ICE segment tooWhile TVS has been making massive investments in EV space, it is not being done at the expense of its mainstream internal combustion engine (ICE) portfolio. TVS is working to revamp its ICE portfolio with entry into new segments. TVS is currently popular for its affordable commuter bikes and performance-oriented Apache range. The company is planning to introduce new premium lifestyle products, like new Ronin. The company is hopeful that market sentiments will remain favourable, which will help achieve desired growth in both ICE and electric mobility segments.Source More

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      Upcoming Royal Enfield 650cc Shotgun Stuck In Traffic – Spied

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      Royal Enfield Shogun 650 is expected to hit the Indian markets early next year and could be priced around Rs 3.5 lakhUpcoming Royal Enfield 650cc Shotgun Stuck In TrafficRoyal Enfield’s lineup will look very different in the next few years as the bikemaker is planning to launch multiple new models over the course of next five years. The company will be expanding its flagship 650 range by introducing various new models.Numerous spy shots of the upcoming 650cc motorcycles have been spied on roads since last year. Another test mule of the supposed Shotgun 650 has been spotted testing recently and spy shots of the same have been circulating on the internet. The latest spy shots show two production-ready prototypes of the twin-cylinder motorcycle.Royal Enfield 650cc Shotgun Stuck In TrafficTwo test mules of the upcoming Royal Enfield 650cc Shotgun have been spied together, credit to Motor Vaahan. They are stuck in traffic, giving us a closer look at the motorcycles. They are wearing hardly any camouflage, revealing finished body panels and fuel tank. This indicates that Royal Enfield is done with a major part of the developmental process for the bike.However, the recently spied test mules have a few subtle yet noticeable variations in comparison to the pre-production concept showcased earlier. The biggest difference is the split-style seats seen in the test units as opposed to a single rider’s seat shown in the concept model. The SG650 concept flaunted the looks of a single-seater bobber. It is likely that Royal Enfield will introduce multiple variants of Shotgun with multiple seating layouts.[embedded content][embedded content]From the looks of it, Shotgun 650 is more likely to be a 650cc equivalent of Classic 350 which is also available both in single- and dual-seat variants. The round headlight, side panels and fenders, all bear a striking resemblance to the concept. Unlike Cruiser 650, which is speculated to be named Super Meteor 650, this model gets centre-set footpegs and a straight handlebar.Expected Features & SpecsIn terms of features, it gets a twin-pod instrument cluster that will be a semi-digital unit instead of a fully digital unit seen in the SG650 concept. The smaller pod could be for Tripper Navigation which displays turn-by-turn navigation, although this feature is expected to be available as an optional accessory.Hardware configurations of Shotgun 650 will consist of a dual-cradle frame suspended on USD forks up front and twin shock absorbers at rear. Braking duties will be handled by single disc brakes at both ends and chewed down by ByBre callipers. These will be aided by a dual-channel ABS.Powering Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 will be the same 648cc oil-cooled, parallel-twin motor that performs duties on the current 650 Twins- Interceptor and Continental GT. This unit pushes out 47 bhp and 52 Nm of peak torque and is mated to a 6-speed gearbox via a slip and assist clutch. Apart from Shotgun 650, Royal Enfield also has plans to launch Classic 650, Meteor 650, Hunter 350. More