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      Yamaha R15S New Black Colour Launch – Rs 1k Price Hike, July 2022

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      Yamaha YZF-R15S Version 3.0 is based on old YZF-R15 Version 3.0 sold alongside YZF-R15 Version 4.0Yamaha R15 S New Colour – Matte BlackYamaha has successfully established itself as a premium motorcycle manufacturer in India. With no budget commuters to offer, India Yamaha Motor’s motorcycle (IYM) portfolio now starts from the FZ which is priced at Rs. 1.12 lakh. But the company’s YZF range of motorcycles has been the perfect portal for owning an entry-level sporty machine that can set your favourite track on fire.At its 4th generation, YZF-R15 V4 has taken the OG R15’s legacy which was sold as R15S when R15 V2 was launched. Thus starting the saga of S versions of R15 bikes. When R15 V3 was launched, R15 V2 became the R15S V2 and now that R15 V4 is the top dog, Yamaha still sells the previous-gen V3 model as R15S V3.But over the years, the value proposition of the R15 range is getting thinner and thinner. Today, if you want to buy a R15 V4, you have to shell out over Rs. 1.77 lakh (ex-sh). For just Rs. 7,000 more, you can buy a Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 that has a similar ethos too. As cliche as it may sound, there’s no replacement for displacement. Its just true.Yamaha R15S New Black Colour LaunchYamaha R15 V3 was a good motorcycle when launched. It lacked USD forks and some other kit that global models got and after the launch of R15 V4 in India, R15 V3 is still manufactured and sold alongside the newer model under new R15S V3 name.Yamaha R15 S New Colour – Matte BlackR15S V3 is a fully faired track-focused machine that was aimed at providing the feel of the sport bike to the masses. It has a potent and taut Delta Box frame and good dynamics. It is powered by a 155cc single-cylinder SOHC 4V petrol engine making 18.1 bhp of power at 10,000 RPM and 14.1 Nm of torque at 8500 RPM. This engine gets a modern liquid cooling system to keep the temps in check as it is a high-compression and high-revving engine.This engine was coupled with a smooth 6-speed gearbox. It got 17” wheels with 100 section and 80 profile tyre and a fat 140 section and 70 profile tyre at the rear. It also came with a telescopic suspension setup at front and a monoshock setup at the rear. Adding to its track racing ability was its low 142 kg kerb weight which made sure that attacking corners was just as easy as expected from a sporty machine.New Matte Black ColourIt came with a single colour option named Racing Blue and in Yamaha’s surveys, they received valuable info that customers expected a new colour with the R15S. Keeping the product fresh and responding to their surveys, IYM has launched a new Matte Black option on top of the Racing Blue that was already available. This new shade makes the R15S V3 look stealthy and a lot more sportier.Yamaha Motorcycle Prices July 2022Along with the launch of this new shade, Yamaha has also raised the price of the motorcycle to Rs. 1,60,900 (ex-sh) in July 2022 which is Rs. 1,000 more than what it used to be in June 2022. This price hike is over the price hike most Yamaha products received last month. The updated price applies to both Racing Blue and Matte Black options. More

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      Electric Two Wheeler Sales June 2022 – Okinawa, Ampere, Ola, Ather, Revolt

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      Low total cost of ownership of electric two-wheelers along with easier maintenance are considered as one of the biggest selling points for models in this segmentOla Electric ScooterElectric two wheeler sales in India increased 9.89 percent on a Month-on-Month (MoM) basis. Total sales among the leading 8 top electric vehicle makers in the country stood at 38,693 units, up from 35,212 units sold in May 2022. This was a volume growth of 3,481 units. Okinawa Autotech topped the sales list in June 2022, Ampere was at No.2 while Hero Electric was the 3rd best selling electric two wheeler maker in the said month. Ola was relegated to No.4 on this list .Okinawa Autotech topped the list despite a MoM de-growth. Sales stood at 6,976 units, down 21.51 percent over 8,888 units sold in May 2022. Their new Okhi-90 high speed electric scooter is priced at Rs 1.22 lakhs. To keep up with demand, the company is planning a new mega factory to increase production capacity besides its current facility in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan. Okinawa commanded 18.03 percent share on this list.Electric Two Wheeler Sales June 2022 – Ola Slips To No 4At No. 2 was Ampere Electric with sales of 6,534 units in the past month. This was a MoM growth of 18.18 percent to 6,534 units, up from 5,529 units sold in June 2021. This was a 1,005 volume growth with the company holding a 16.89 percent share. Ampere Electric, also recently announced the roll-out of its 50,000th electric scooter from the new Ranipet facility in Tamil Nadu. This facility commenced operations late in 2021 with the milestone unit rolling out of the plant just 7 months later.Hero Electric sales increased 136.80 percent MoM. Sales which had stood at 2,739 units in May 2022 increased to 6,486 units in the past month. Hero Electric along with Hero MotoCorp had been in a long standing legal battle which had just reached its conclusive end in favour of Hero MotoCorp being granted permission to use the trademark ‘Hero’ for its electric vehicles.Electric Two Wheeler Sales June 2022Ola, once a top selling electric two wheeler maker in India is down to No.4 in June 2022. Ola’s sales dipped by 34.47 percent compared to May 2022 to 5,689 units in June 2022 as against 8,681 units sold in May 2022. TVS Motor Company electric two wheeler sales (wholesales) that consisted of the new iQube stood at 4,667 units in June 2022, up 76.98 percent over 2,637 units sold in May 2022. This was a 2,030 unit volume growth with a 12.06 percent share.Ather, Revolt, WardWizardAther Energy sales increased to 3,797 units in June 2022, up 22.56 percent over 3,098 units sold in May 2022. This was a 699 unit volume growth with a 9.81 percent share. The company currently sells the 450X and 450 Plus in India, both of which command good attention thanks to the smart connected features and other advanced technology that they offer.Sales of Revolt, at No.7, also increased by 52.62 percent MoM to 2,419 units, up from 1,585 units sold in May 2022. This related to an 834 unit volume growth with the company commanding a 6.25 percent share. In June 2022, the company opened its new flagship store in Rajkot. This is the brand’s 3rd store in Gujarat and the 26th store across the country. The company targets 40+ stores by the end of this year.There was also WardWizard Joy eBikes (retail sales) on this list with 2,125 units sold in the past month, a 3.41 percent MoM increase over 2,055 units sold in May 2022. Joy e-bike prices start from Rs. 42,387. Joy e-bike offers 5 models in India with Monster, Wolf and Honeybee being most in demand. The Monster is the most expensive and is priced at Rs. 1,00,875. More

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      New TVS Ronin Cruiser First Photos Leak – Zepplin Inspired 225cc?

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      TVS Ronin 225cc air-cooled single-cylinder motor is estimated to have a power output of around 20 hpNew TVS Ronin Cruiser – 225cc?First images of the upcoming TVS Ronin motorcycle have leaked online ahead of its launch on 5th July. TVS Ronin images were found on the official TVS website by Shreyas Sreedhar.While the exact displacement has not been officially revealed yet, the images reveal an air-cooled single-cylinder motor. Latest reports strongly indicate that it is a 225 cc mill. Power output is expected to be in the 20 hp range, mated to 5 speed transmission.TVS Ronin 225cc – OverviewThe TVS Ronin 225cc adopts a neo-classic bodystyle which is a crossover between a traditional low-slung cruiser and a rugged scrambler. The bodywork includes a slender fuel tank with pronounced knee indents, old-school side panels and no tailpiece. The dual-tone colour scheme and black finished engine and wheels enhances the motorcycle’s aesthetic appeal.TVS Ronin 225cc announces itself as a player in the premium segment with its sturdy gold finished inverted telescopic front forks, alloy wheels, thick tyres and a full LED headlamp which is characterized by a T-shaped LED daytime running light. The motorcycle is equipped with a single round instrument cluster and LED turn indicators.New TVS Ronin Cruiser – 225cc?We think it is a fully digital unit which is likely to incorporate mobile phone connectivity, TVS SmartXonnect system. The brown saddle, chunky exhaust canister, front and rear disc brakes are other noteworthy elements. Expect Dual ABS to be on offer.The latest TVS 225 cc motorcycle derives its inspiration from the Zeppelin cruiser concept which was showcased at the Auto Expo 2018 but there are crucial differences. For instance, the concept employed a liquid-cooled motor, spoke wheels and a full fledged tailpiece which are all missing on the production-spec model. The equipment level indicates that the motorcycle could be priced from around Rs 1.5 lakh (ex-showroom).CompetitionThis is a completely new segment of motorcycle for TVS. Their current range of motorcycles on offer are in the 100cc to 200cc range and then in the 310cc. They do not have anything in between 200cc to 300cc. The upcoming TVS Ronin is expected to sit right in between this segment.TVS Ronin 225cc could even rival Royal Enfield Hunter 350 – in price segment250cc segment is seeing a rise in demand. We have seen Bajaj taking over the 250cc segment with multiple launches under brand Pulsar, KTM and Husqvarna. Upon launch, TVS Ronin 225 could rival the KTM 250s, Husqvarna 250s and the Pulsar 250s. It could also take on the upcoming Royal Enfield Hunter 350, which is expected to launch next month at a starting price of Rs 1.3 lakh, ex-sh.Source More

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      Suzuki 2W Sales June 2022 – Gixxer, Access, Burgman, Avenis

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      Suzuki Two Wheeler YoY domestic sales up at 53k units – growth reported for June 2022, MoM sales declineImage – SouRik MotoworldThrough H1 2022, Suzuki 2W continues to improve on the sales front. For June 2022, the company reports domestic sales at 52,929 units. Owing to low base sales a year earlier, sales growth stood at a noticeable 30.77 percent, up from 40,474 units. Volume gain stood at 12,455 units.Of the manufacturer’s total business in India, domestic sales dominate at over three quarters of total business. Exports accounted for 22 percent of total business volume last month. Suzuki 2W exports are reported at 15k units in June 2022. Up from 9,188 units YoY, volume gain stood at 5.9k units. Sales growth stood at 64.23 percent. Total sales last month were reported at 68k units, up from 49,662 units. Volume gain stood at 18,356 units at 37 percent growth.Suzuki Q1 and Q2 2022 salesMoM domestic sales however were on a decline. Sales fell from 60,518 units to a 12.54 percent decline. Volume loss stood at 7,589 units. Exports improved by more than a third, up from 11k units. Volume gain stood at just over 4k units. Total sales fell from 71,526 units at volume loss of 3.5k units to a 4.9 percent decline.Total domestic sales in Q2 2022 stood at 1,67,774 units up from 1,16,866 units sold in Q2 2021. The large volume gap, and consequent recovery is attributed to low base sales a year ago. In curbing the spread of Covid-19 a year earlier, businesses were required to pare down on ops. Through Q1 2022, Suzuki 2W domestic sales were reported at 1,69,960 units, down from 1,76,756 units. Volume loss stood at 6,796 units at 3.84 percent sales decline.Suzuki 2W Sales June 2022 and Q2 2022Suzuki India a big marketWhile Suzuki two wheelers isn’t a top manufacturer in India, possibilities here are endless. And Suzuki has continually improved its position. It now sells more two-wheelers in the domestic market than Royal Enfield and Yamaha Motor India.And while volumes here may appear to be trailing the top three by a wide margin, for Suzuki, the Indian two wheeler market is its biggest. And Suzuki is intent on further improving its position and market share. Where vehicles are concerned, the Indian two-wheeler industry is huge. An iMarc report put Indian two wheeler market volume at 15.2 mill units in 2021. And growth is foretold in the next 5 years. This aligns well with Suzuki two wheelers growth plans.Demand growth for Suzuki two wheelersSatoshi Uchida, Managing Director, Suzuki Motorcycle India Pvt Ltd. said, “In June 2022, we successfully registered an overall sales of 68,018 units, which translated into a Year-on-Year sales growth of 37%. This consistent sales performance is the result of growing demand for Suzuki two-wheelers in India and in the overseas markets.As a responsible company, we remain committed to delivering quality products to all our customers. We are grateful to all our customers, dealer partners and staff members for their continuous support and belief in the brand, Suzuki.” More

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      Honda Sales June 2022 – Activa, Dio, CB350, Unicorn, Grazia

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      Honda two wheeler YoY domestic sales in June 2022 reported at growth, MoM sales too in the greenImage for reference.In June 2022, Honda domestic sales were reported at 3,55,560 units, up from 2,12,453 units YoY. Volume gain stood at 1,43,107 units at 67.36 percent growth. Honda’s domestic business is so large it accounts for over 90 percent of total business volume. Exports last month rose to 28,322 units from 20,044 units.Volume gain stood at 8,278 units at 41.30 percent growth. Total sales were up at 3,83,882 units from 2,32,497 units. Volume gain stood at 1,51,385 units at 65.11 percent growth. The YoY period up for comparison though isn’t without incident. A year earlier, businesses functioned at limited capacity in accordance with local rulings in a bid to curb the spread of Covid-19.Sales growth in Q2 2022MoM domestic sales are up from 3,20,844 units at volume gain of just under 35k units. Sales growth stood at 10.82 percent. Exports fell from 32,344 units at volume loss of 4k units. Sales decline is reported at 12.44 percent. Total sales were up from 3,53,188 units at 30,694 units volume gain. Growth stood at 8.69 percent.In Q1 2022, Honda 2W sales stood at 9,10,422 units, down by a quarter from 12,23,331 units. In Q2 2022, sales stood at 9,95,136 units, up from 4,91,316 units. The comparable quarter in 2021 was a period of constraint owing to Covid-19 regulations. Top selling models from Honda include Activa, CB Shine, Dio, Grazia, CB350, Unicorn, Hornet, etc.Honda Two Wheeler Sales June 2022Activa scooter lead uncontestedThere’s rather little that perturbs Honda two wheelers’ monthly sales. On the domestic front. Bajaj and TVS are the only two manufacturers that could vie for 2nd spot, but the sales gap isn’t an easy one to transcend. The same is true for Honda in comparison to Hero’s top of the table clout. The situation ensures Honda 2Ws continue to sit comfortably at 2nd spot, month after month. In truth, it’s been years now.In fact, Honda’s two wheeler business model is unique. While others in the top order rely on a motorcycle as a bestseller, Honda’s bestseller is a scooter. In this regard, Activa hasn’t only stood the test of time but has gone from strength to strength. This unique proposition ensures that scooter buyers continue to flock to Honda in droves. Add to this its bestselling motorcycle, CB Shine. Sales volume for which is over a lakh each month. The only other manufacturer that follows the same pattern is Suzuki with its Access.Growth expectation for FY23Atsushi Ogata, Managing Director, President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India said, “The growth expectations with which we set out in the beginning of FY ’23 is gradually turning into a reality. Timely arrival of monsoons has impacted the economic indicators favourably. We expect the coming months to sustain this upward trend as more customers look for two-wheeler mobility options.”With H1 results being a mixed bag, the industry is now focused on a favourable outcome for the monsoon season. This will be quickly followed up by the onset of a rather long festive season. More

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      Hero Vida Electric Scooter Can Use HERO Branding – Hero Moto Vs Hero Electric

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      Hero MotoCorp and Hero Electric are two separate companies – Both are involved in a legal battleImage for reference.It may be recalled that Hero Electric had sought an injunction against Hero MotoCorp from use of the trademark ‘Hero’ for its electric vehicles. The issue was referred to the Delhi High Court last year by Vijay Munjal, along with his son Naveen Munjal, who owns Hero Electric, the largest electric two-wheeler company.This legal battle was against his cousin Pawan Munjal, Promoter and Chairman of Hero MotoCorp, claiming that the company had exclusive ownership rights of the ‘Hero’ brand for its upcoming lineup of its electric and eco-friendly products. In a recent ruling by the Delhi High Court, Hero MotoCorp has been granted permission to use the ‘Hero ’trademark for selling its electric vehicle lineup.Hero Moto Vs Hero Electric – RulingThe tribunal, which consisted of former Chief Justice of India Dipak Misra and retired judges Indu Malhotra and Indermeet Kaur observed that Hero MotoCorp had claimed the use of ‘Hero’ for its upcoming electric vehicle lineup since 2012. The company is now close to launch of its electric vehicles under brand name ‘Vida – powered by Hero’.Hero MotoCorp’s Vida brand will house all electric vehicle initiatives and the company has even filed a patent for names such as Vida, Vida MotoCorp, Vida EV, Vida Electric, Vida Scooters and Vida Motorcycles for its EV endeavor.Hero Electric Scooter Optima HXThe Tribunal took into account the fact that Hero MotoCorp had spent over Rs 7,000 crores to enhance goodwill and gain reputation of the ‘Hero’ brand over the past 10 years as compared to Rs 65 crores which had been invested by the Naveen Munjal Group to promote ‘Hero Electric’.The Tribunal also noted that Hero MotoCorp had also made hefty investments to the tune of Rs 400 crores into their VIDA project along with investments made in Ather Energy, the Bengaluru based company for its fast charging technology. Hero owns 38 percent in this company and both firms are developing fast charging infrastructure.Good News For Hero MotoCorpThis ruling will boost Hero MotoCorp’s confidence, ahead of the launch of their first electric scooter later this year. Imagine if Hero Moto had to sell their electric scooters without the brand Hero or their existing dealership network. That would have been a nightmare for the No 1 motorcycle brand in the world.Hero MotoCorp Electric Scooter – Under VIDA BrandAs much as this is good news for Hero MotoCorp, it is bad news for Hero Electric, who is one of the leading electric scooter manufacturer in India. By default, most in the country mean Hero MotoCorp, when they refer to a Hero vehicle. Even today, there are people who think Hero Electric and Hero MotoCorp are the same company.If the arrival of new EV rivals like Ola, Ather was not enough, they will have a new problem at hand once Hero MotoCorp launches their range of Hero Vida electric scooters and motorcycles. Hero MotoCorp was scheduled to launch their first electric scooter in July. But parts shortage has forced them to delay the launch to later this year. More

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

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      With growth of more than 35%, it is evident that Hero MotoCorp sales have not been impacted by high fuel pricesNew Hero Splendor XTEC vs Passion XTECIn what could be a sign of improving consumer sentiments, India’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer Hero MotoCorp has registered strong growth of 35.7%  in Q1 of FY 2022-23. Total sales during April-June 2022 were at 13,90,193 units, as compared to 10,24,507 units in the corresponding period last year. Quarterly MoM growth has improved by 17%, as compared to 11.89 lakh units sold in January-March 2022.Both motorcycles and scooters have registered positive YoY growth in Q1 FY 2022-23. Motorcycle sales were at 13,06,294 units, as compared to 9,59,589 units in the corresponding period last year. Scooter sales have improved from 64,918 to 83,899 units.Hero MotoCorp June 2022 salesIn June 2022, Hero MotoCorp registered sales of 4,84,867 units. This is positive YoY growth, as compared to 4,69,160 units sold in the corresponding period last year. The growth is on account of higher motorcycle sales. A total of 4,61,421 units were sold in June 2022, as compared to 4,41,536 units in June last year. Scooter sales have registered negative growth, down from 27,624 units in June last year to 23,446 units in June 2022.While domestic sales have registered strong growth, Hero MotoCorp exports numbers are down in Q1 FY 2022-23. Exports are at 62,027 units, as compared to 83,800 units in the corresponding period last year. In June too, exports numbers were down from 30,646 units to 21,657 units. To boost overseas operations, Hero MotoCorp has launched Euro-5 compliant versions of XPulse 200 4V motorcycle and Dash 110 & Dash 125 scooters. These are available for sale in Turkiye.Hero MotoCorp Sales June 2022In domestic market, the company launched the new Passion XTEC variant that packs in a range of updates. It includes features such as full digital instrument cluster, first in segment projector LED headlamp, real-time mileage indicator, service reminder, side stand indicator with engine cut off function, low fuel indicator, Bluetooth connectivity and SMS and call alerts. Earlier, the company had launched the Splendor XTEC variant with the same set of features.Hero MotoCorp expects sales momentum to continue in coming months. It will be powered by the normal monsoon season (as predicted by the met department) and subsequent increase in farm activity and rural household income. Top selling Hero motorcycles and scooters continue to be Splendor, HF Deluxe, Passion, Glamour, Destini, Maestro, Xtreme, Xpulse, etc.Hero XCLAN platform launchedTo promote the spirit of adventure and exploration, Hero MotoCorp recently launched XCLAN, a new community-riding platform. It is meant for Hero XPulse bike owners who may wish to engage with other riders for sharing their stories, ideas and experiences. In other initiatives, Hero MotoCorp launched EV Technology Expo in Jaipur in June. This was in collaboration with Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India (ACMA).As part of its Hero WeCare CSR program, the company donated 300 motorcycles as well as 600 helmets to Himalayan Eco Restoration, Biodiversity Conservation and Livelihood Enhancement Society in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. 150 units of Hero Glamour FI 125 were also provided to Uttarakhand Police Department. More

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      Old KTM 390 Adventure Gets New Ride Modes Via Software Update

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      KTM 390 leans more towards high-speed commuting over outright off-roading like some rivalsKTM 390 ADVAustrian brand KTM has been one of the strongest contenders in premium performance motorcycles. All KTM motorcycles across the price range have been keenly focused on giving maximum performance while weighing as less as possible. Making KTM products tailor-made for young audiences and enthusiasts alike.KTM 390 series of motorcycles rely on the same principles too. We have street naked 390 Duke, track-focused RC 390 and 390 Adventure that offers explosive performance in adventure tourer segment. KTM has updated the 390 Adventure for 2022 model year with new colour schemes, tougher wheels and 2 riding modes for an increment of Rs. 6,500 over the old model.Old KTM 390 Adventure – Riding Modes390 Adventure came with two riding modes namely Street and Off-Road mode on the 2022 update. These riding modes helped 390 Adventure customers to set the traction control system in two settings based on the terrain they were in. Now, KTM has offered these riding modes for the older model 390 Adventure as well.KTM intends to add riding modes offered with 2022 390 Adventure, on the old model too. Dealers have been provided with a revised ABS software Hex file and a thorough set of instructions to enable ride modes on old model 390 Adventure. Hat tip to automotive enthusiast Karan Vazirani for sharing the exclusive update. KTM dealers are expected to flash the new software encoded within provided hex file on old model’s systems. By doing this, a new ROM containing the ride modes will be installed on old model 390 Adventure and the new ROM will bring newly added riding modes too.Old KTM 390 Ride Modes Install – Via Software UpdateBy doing this, KTM is offering value to their customers who bought old 390 Adventure. Because the previous model had all the hardware necessary to get these riding modes and only needed new software to make them operational which is exactly what KTM has done. This procedure is done at dealer level when a prospective old 390 Adventure owner brings their bike for service or KTM might notify them to do so.CompetitionKTM 390 Adventure was conceived to take the 390 platform to new segments. 390 Adventure brings an adventure tourers ergonomics, road presence, ground clearance and more attributes. It may not be an outright hardcore off-roader like Royal Enfield’s Himalayan and Hero XPulse 200 which were conceived as proper off-roaders from day one. KTM is also testing an enduro version of 390 Adventure with spoked wheels offering more off-roading ability.What 390 Adventure brings to the table is its fire-cracker 373 cc single-cylinder engine which makes 42.3 bhp of power at 9000 RPM and 37 Nm of torque at 7000 RPM. It gets a 19” alloy wheel at the front that is shod with 100/90 Metzeler AT tyre and a 17” alloy wheel at the rear shod with 130/80 Metzeler AT tyre. It gets WP Apex 43 mm USD forks at front and a WP Apex mono-shock unit at the rear.KTM 390 Adventure leans more towards the tourer in ‘adventure-tourer’ genre while XPulse 200 and Himalayan offer more off-roading prowess. 2022 KTM 390 Adventure is priced at Rs. 3.33 lakh (ex-sh) and gets two colour offerings namely Dark Galvano Black and our favourite Factory Racing Blue. More