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      Hero MotoCorp Price Hike July 2022 – Splendor, Passion, Glamour, Destini

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      Hero MotoCorp announces price revision for its range of scooters and motorcycles to the extent of Rs 3,000 wef July 1, 2022New Hero SplendorPrice hikes continue to be a necessary evil. And whether we factor them into spending, they are here to stay. In recent times, there’s been plenty of chatter around increase in prices of LPG, petrol, cooking oil, staples, dining out, flight tickets, and so on. The list is endless and parts of it affect almost everyone.Earlier today, Hero MotoCorp announced a price revision on ex-sh price of its range of motorcycles and scooters. The price hike is effective from July 1, 2022. Price revisions in this instance are subject to model and market. And will be upto a range of Rs 3,000.Overall cost inflationHero MotoCorp attributes the price revision ‘to partially offset the steadily growing overall cost inflation, including commodity prices’. The auto manufacturer dominates the market with its large volume business.With monthly sales surpassing lakhs, this price hike directly affects lakhs of customers. In May 2022, Hero MotoCorp reported domestic sales at 4,66,466 units. To ensure that the financial burden passed onto customers isn’t intimidating, it’s passed onto customers in a phased manner.Hero MotoCorp Sales May 2022However, a range of price revision announcements each year is no longer a phenomenon that surprises. The market has come to accept them, almost as though they’re factored into purchases. To understand why the 2W market is larger than life in India, one only needs to look at the number of total sales reported each month. In May 2022, domestic two-wheeler sales surpassed the 12 lakh unit mark. In comparison, car sales were just shy of the 3 lakh unit mark last month.Having first announced a price revision from early January this year, the company followed it up with a similar announcement for April. Both previous price hikes were capped at 2k each on ex-sh prices. The current rise of 3k isn’t expected to be the last of the year. And the trend puts estimated price revisions through the year to an expected up to Rs 10k or more, specific to model and market.Hero MotoCorp exportsWhile domestic market sales continue to stay in sight of the 5 lakh units monthly goal, the company has been enthusiastic about exports. Earlier in the week, the manufacturer announced the launch of 3 Euro V variants in Turkey. This includes an Xpulse 200 4V motorcycle, and 2 scooters – Dash 110, and 125cc.Though not big on product portfolio in Turkey, the company sees its bikes sold through a network that surpasses 100 touchpoints. Soysal Group has functioned as an exclusive distributor of Hero MotoCorp since 2014. With exports to 40 markets, total exports last month breached the 20k unit mark. More

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      Moto Morini 650cc ADV India Launch Likely – Versys 650 Rival

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      Moto Morini has partnered up with Adishwar Auto Ride India Pvt Ltd to launch their portfolio in IndiaMoto Morini 650cc ADV Motorcycle – X CapeMoto Morini might not have been a familiar name in India, but the Italian motorcycle manufacturer wants to change that. They have announced a partnership with Hyderabad based Adishwar Auto Ride India (AARI). They also handle operations of Benelli and Keeway in India.Moto Morini has a golden eagle as its logo and two M stacked on top of each other honouring founder Alfonso Morini and contributor Mario Mazzetti. Looking at the eagle, one might think that it is an American brand. But no. It is an Italian pedigree motorcycle manufacturer from Milan, Italy.Moto Morini BrandMoto Morini was founded by Alfonso Morini in 1937 in Bologna, Italy. After facing tough times during World War II, Moto Morini has been one of the most successful motorcycle companies in Italy. Ever since its inception, Moto Morini has been extremely active in motorsports. It has had several wins and podiums along its rich heritage competing with other Italian motorcycle brands.After its golden age, it has seen some ownership changes. In 1987, it came under Cagiva and in 1996, it was owned by Texas Pacific Group, who also owned Ducati at that time. In 1999, it was in the hands of Morini Franco Motori Spa, which was founded by Alfonso Morini’s nephew. Franco Morini’s son Maurizio involved the Berti family in the Moto Morini relaunch program.Moto Morini 650cc ADV Motorcycle – X CapeIn 2005, it was reborn with Corsaro 1200 series and 9 1/2 series of motorcycles. The 1200 series had a 1187cc V-twin engine with an 87-degree V angle and DOHC setup that was good for 140bhp. While the 9 1/2 series had a smaller displacement from the 1200’s block. This displaced 948cc and was good for 117 bhp.It launched more motorcycles for a while till 2010 when the company was liquidated. In 2015, the ownership was entirely passed on to Jannuzzelli family which developed Corsaro ZZ, Corsaro ZT and Milano also making them Euro 4 emission norm compliant. It was in 2018 when Moto Morini fell into the ownership of Chinese company Zhongneng Vehicle Group a.k.a. Znen Group.Moto Morini X-Cape 650Under Znen, Moto Morini sold Corsaro 1200 ZZ, Corsaro 1200 ZT, Milano and Super Scrambler 1200. Currently, Moto Morini has had a restructuring of its product lineup and the official website only has two models of which, one is still yet to launch in Europe. We can take a look at X-Cape 650 which is available and has a better chance of becoming the first Moto Morini bike in India.Moto Morini 650cc ADV Motorcycle – X CapeIt is an adventure tourer motorcycle powered by a 649cc straight-twin engine that gets DOHC design with 4 valves per cylinder. In a limited edition avatar, it makes 48bhp and in standard avatar, we expect it to make less power. It gets a handsome design with a tall windscreen at front. It gets a large 7” display, panniers, full LED headlights and also gets heated knobs.For serious off-roading, it gets a 19” spoked wheel at front and a smaller size spoked wheel at back wrapped with Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres. It also gets fully adjustable 50mm front Marzocchi forks and a switchable ABS system with braking hardware from Brembo.Moto Morini 6 1/2 SeiemmezzoMoto Morini 6 1/2 SeiemmezzoWith design language inspired by bigger 9 1/2 and 11 1/2 motorcycles, 6 1/2 Seiemmezzo is a scrambler-style motorcycle. It gets minimal design language and is powered by the same engine powering the X-Cape. It gets SCR and STR variants and gets beautiful round headlights with round LED DRL and an LED projector taking care of illumination. Not a lot is known about this motorcycle yet as it is an upcoming motorcycle from Moto Morini.Launch & PricingMoto Morini bikes will be sold by AARI in India through their already established dealer network and touchpoints. Expect existing Benelli India dealer network to showcase and sell upcoming Moto Morini motorcycles.Expect X-Cape 650 to debut first, bearing the Moto Morini marque and 6 1/2 will follow later. X-Cape 650 will come in 4 different colour schemes, Red Passion, Smoky Anthracite, Carrara white and Gold Wheels Edition. When launched, it might be priced slightly higher than Benelli TRK 502 and below the Kawasaki Versys 650. Apart from these two, it will also compete with Honda CB500X. More

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      Top 10 200cc To 500cc Motorcycles May 2022 – Classic, Himalayan, KTM, Dominar

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      Motorcycles in the 200-500cc range posted YoY and MoM growth with Royal Enfield 350 cc models ruling the listRoyal Enfield Classic 350The month of May 2022 ended on a promising note for motorcycles in the 200-500cc range. The past few months had seen sales of motorcycles in this segment dip in view of rising prices and higher fuel costs. However, May 2022 sales stood at 64,924 units, up 184.58 percent over 22,814 units sold in May 2021 leading to a 42,110 unit volume growth. MoM sales improved 6.83 percent over 60,776 units sold in April 2022.Motorcycle Sales 200cc To 500cc – May 2022Royal Enfield led the list with 4 of its models at the top of this list. It was the Classic 350 that saw the most sales in May 2022 with 29,959 units sold, up 224.27 percent growth over 9,239 units sold in May 2021. Volume growth was at 20,720 units with a 46.14 percent market share. It was however, a 8.03 percent MoM decline in sales over 32,575 units sold in April 2022.RE Meteor 350 sales increased 143.23 percent YoY to 8,209 units, up from 3,375 units sold in May 2021. Currently commanding a 12.64 percent market share, sales on a MoM basis also increased 77.80 percent from 4,617 units sold in April 2022 when market share was at 7.60 percent.RE Bullet (6,958 units) and Electra 350 (3,769 units) posted a YoY growth of 52.69 percent and 78.46 percent respectively. However, MoM sales dipped 7.39 percent and 3.80 percent respectively over 7,513 units and 3,918 units sold in April 2022.200cc – 500cc Motorcycle Sales May 2022 vs May 2021 (YoY)Honda H’Ness CB350 was in a No. 5 spot on this list of best selling bikes in the 200-500cc range. Sales stood at 3,308 units, up 672.90 percent over 428 units sold in May 2021. It was also a MoM growth of 3.25 percent from 3,204 units sold in April 2022. This was a 104 unit volume growth with market share at 5.27 percent which dipped to 5.10 percent in May 2022.Himalayan, V-Strom 250, DominarSales growth of 606.91 percent was reported in the case of the Himalayan which stood at 463 units in May 2021 and increased to 3,273 units in May 2022. This was a 2,801 unit volume growth with a 5.04 percent market share. It was also a MoM growth for the Himalayan up 6.61 percent over 3,070 units sold in April 2022. Suzuki launched a new 250cc adventure tourer named V-Strom SX at Rs 2.12 lakh (ex-sh) in April 2022 and saw sales of 1,729 units in May 2022. The new VStrom competes with the KTM 250 Adventure and Benelli TRK 251 in this segment.Bajaj Auto has seen increase in demand for the Dominar 400 which increased to 796 units in May 2022, up 1140.32 percent over 62 units sold in May 2021. It was also a MoM growth of 505.51 percent from 127 units sold in April 2022. FZ25 (706 units), KTM 250 (642 units) and KTM 390 (558 units) each posted YoY and MoM growth. However it was the KTM 250 that saw a 2468 percent MoM increase in sales from just 25 units sold in April 2022.200cc – 500cc Motorcycle Sales May 2022 vs Apr 2022 (YoY)There was also Dominar 250 on this list at No. 12 with 442 units sold, up 649.15 percent over 59 units sold in May 2021. MoM sales growth was at 154.02 percent over 174 units sold in April 2022. The list also included Apache 310 (385 units), Avenger 220 (288 units), Gixxer 250 (155 units) and Ninja 300 (152 units) each of which posted a notable YoY growth.Of these, Avenger 220 MoM sales improved 14300 percent from just 2 units sold in April 2022. There was also the Pulsar 220/250 (36 units),  Mojo (34 units) and CB 300R (4 units). Above are wholesales. Retail sales of Jawa / Yezdi motorcycles stood at 3,548 units, a 445.85 percent YoY growth over 650 units sold in May 2021 while sales dipped MoM by 3.56 percent over 3,679 units sold in April 2022. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar N160 First Look Walkaround – Vs TVS Apache 160cc Specs

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      New Pulsar N160 borrows styling bits from Pulsar N250 and packs in functional updates such as dual-channel ABS for improved overall ride experienceNew Bajaj Pulsar N160 WalkaroundA popular choice in entry-level performance oriented biking segment, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 has been launched in its new avatar as N160. It looks sharper in comparison to its predecessor and offers several best-in-class features. To understand how it will fare against rivals, here’s a quick comparison between new Pulsar N160 Vs. Apache RTR 160 2V Vs. Apache RTR 160 4V.While both bikes have the sleek, aerodynamic profile of a streetfighter, Pulsar N160 looks more athletic. It appears to have more power to grab eyeballs. One of the key features of N160 is its compact underbelly exhaust, which ensures a leaner, clutter free profile for the bike.Pulsar N160 Vs. Apache RTR 160 stylingIn comparison, TVS Apache RTR 2V and 4V utilize an upswept exhaust. Pulsar N160 underbelly exhaust can also help the bike negotiate tight spaces with ease. In terms of colour choices, Apache RTR 160 has relatively more options for users. While RTR 160 2V has a total of six colour options, RTR 4V is offered in four distinct shades.In comparison, Pulsar N160 dual-channel ABS variant has been launched in Brooklyn Black colour option. It is possible that more colours could be introduced for this variant in future. In the case of the N160 single-channel ABS variant, the colour options are Caribbean Blue, Racing Red and Techno Grey. Take a look at the first look walkaround video of the new Bajaj Pulsar N160 in the video below, credited to The Garage Official.[embedded content][embedded content]New Pulsar N160 is powered by a 164.82 cc, 2-valve, single cylinder, oil cooled motor that generates 16 PS of max power at 8,750 rpm and 14.65 Nm of peak torque at 6,750 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh transmission. Apache RTR 160 2V is equipped with a 159.7cc, air cooled motor that generates 15.53 PS and 13.9 Nm. It is mated to a 5-speed gearbox. RTR 160 4V has the same capacity engine, but comes with oil cooling. It has higher numbers at 17.55 PS and 14.73 Nm (Sport mode). In Urban and Rain mode, the numbers are 15.64 PS and 14.14 Nm.New Bajaj Pulsar N160 Instrument clusterRiding stance is slightly committed on both bikes. Rider seat height is almost the same; 795 mm for Pulsar N160 and 790 mm for RTR 160. Seat height of around 800 mm is considered to be appropriate even for shorter riders. In terms of ground clearance, Apache has 180 mm in comparison to 165 mm of N160.Pulsar N160 Vs. Apache RTR 160 pricingAmong the two, N160 is heavier with kerb weight of 152 kg for single-channel ABS and 154 kg for dual-channel ABS variant. In comparison, RTR 160 2V weighs 139 kg (rear drum) / 140 kg (rear disc) whereas 4V is 144 kg (drum) / 146 kg (disc). Apache 160 2V gets an analog / digital instrument cluster without bluetooth, while Apache 160 4V gets a fully digital instrument cluster with bluetooth connectivity. Bajaj Pulsar N160 gets an analog / digital instrument cluster with no bluetooth feature.New Bajaj Pulsar N160 vs TVS Apache 160Bajaj Pulsar N160 single-channel ABS variant is priced at Rs 1.23 lakh, whereas the dual-channel ABS version costs Rs 1.28 lakh. In comparison, Apache RTR 160 2V prices are Rs 1.13 lakh for drum variant and Rs 1.16 lakh for dual-disc variant. RTR 160 4V prices are Rs 1.21 lakh (drum) and Rs 1.23 lakh (disc). Apache RTR 160 4V also has a Special Edition variant that costs Rs 1.27 lakh. More

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      TVS Sales Breakup May 2022 – Jupiter, Apache, XL 100, Ntorq, Raider, iQube

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      Jupiter was the most in demand TVS two wheeler in domestic market, while the Star City 125 found most buyers globallyNew TVS ApacheTVS Motor Company has noted outstanding growth in domestic markets in May 2022. Sales increased 267.64 percent YoY to 1,91,482 units in May 2022 up from 52,084 units sold in May 2021. This led to a volume growth of 1,39,398 units. On a MoM basis, sales increased 6.06 percent over 1,80,533 units sold in April 2022 leading to a 10,949 unit volume growth.Exports on the other hand dipped both YoY and MoM. Exports in the past month stood at 93,675 units, down 7.49 percent from 1,01,257 units sold in May 2021. MoM exports fell 4.26 percent over 97,843 units shipped in April 2022. The company had also resorted to a price hike in May 2022 with all prices of the company’s scooters and motorcycles increased in the range of Rs 1,000 to Rs 2,500. There was no price hike for the iQube.TVS Sales Breakup May 2022In domestic markets, it was the TVS Jupiter that received the most attention. Sales stood at 59,613 units in the past month, up 868.84 percent over 6,153 units sold in May 2021. This led to a 53,460 unit volume growth with a 31.13 percent share. Sales however, dipped MoM by 2.20 percent over 60,957 units sold in April 2022. The TVS Jupiter was the second highest selling scooter in the country in May 2022 after the Honda Activa.At No. 2 was TVS XL with sales of 35,148 units in the past month, up 392.61 percent over 7,135 units sold in May 2021 leading to a 20,013 unit volume growth and 18.36 percent share. MoM sales dipped 9.37 percent from 38,780 units sold in April 2021 when share percent had stood at 21.48. TVS Apache and Ntorq posted YoY and MoM growth to 27,044 units and 26,005 units in May 2022 respectively. This was a YoY increase of 36 percent and 499.61 percent while MoM growth was at 268.35 percent and 2.92 percent respectively over 7,342 units and 25,267 units sold in April 2022.TVS Sales Breakup May 2022Sales of TVS Sport and Radeon increased YoY by 71.15 percent and 216.12 percent respectively to 11,818 units and 9,667 units in May 2022. The two bikes however, posted 9.06 percent and 16.88 percent MoM de-growth over 12,995 units and 11,630 units sold in April 2022. The company also had Star City (6,806 units), Pep+ (6,580 units), Zest (5,435 units) and iQube (2,637 units) in the list along with RR310 and Raider of which 385 units and 344 units were sold in May 2022.TVS Exports Breakup May 2022TVS Motor was in the red in terms of exports in May 2022 with every bike in the company lineup, except for the Star City 125, posting a YoY decline in exports. Star City 125 exports were at 40,710 units in May 2022, up 18.55 percent over 34,341 units sold in May 2021 with a 43.46 percent share. MoM sales improved 7.36 percent over 37,919 units sold in April 2022 when share percentage stood at 38.75.Star City exports dipped 17.63 percent to 23,500 units in May 2022, from 28,529 units sold in May 2021. MoM sales also fell 1.28 percent over 28,860 units sold in April 2022. Share percentage dipped from 29.50 percent held in April 2022 to 25.09 percent in the past month.TVS Exports Breakup May 2022TVS Apache exports dropped YoY (-43.05 percent) and MoM (-1.28 percent) to 11,620 units while Raider exports stood at 7,452 units down from 9,141 units sold in April 2022. Exports of Sport (6,773 units), Ntorq (3,032 units), Victor (480 units) saw exports dip YoY while Sport and Ntroq performed better on a MoM basis. TVS XL exports were at 48 units in the past month, a 98.05 percent YoY decline over 2,466 units sold in May 2021 while it was a 100 percent MoM growth from 30 units shipped in April 2022. More

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      2022 Kawasaki Ninja 400 Teased Ahead Of India Launch

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      The updated Kawasaki Ninja 400 is expected to command a premium of Rs 25,000 over the older model2022 Kawasaki Ninja 400While Kawasaki’s India lineup starts with the locally manufactured Ninja 300, the brand’s global range in most of its international markets starts with the 400 range comprising Ninja 400 and Z400. Both motorcycles have now been revealed in their updated iterations.2022 Kawasaki Ninja 400, Z400 RevealedFor 2022, Kawasaki has updated emission norms for the fully-faired sports bike as well as the naked streetfighter. Ninja 400 and Z400 now comply with the mandatory Euro 5 emission norms in European markets. Kawasaki offered Ninja 400 in India previously before it was discontinued in early 2020 when BS6 emissions kicked in.With the sports bike adhering to Euro 5 norms, it is on its way to making a return to the Indian market. In fact, the Japanese brand has also teased the fully-faired sports bike on its social media handles hinting at its imminent launch in India. Both Ninja 400 and Z400 are based on the same platform and underpinnings.While Ninja 400 flaunts a fully-faired look with twin LED headlight units and a clip-on handlebar, Z400 gets an aggressive streetfighter design with a wide handlebar. Both motorcycles pack common visual highlights, split-type seats, a slim raised tail section, a muscular 14-liter fuel tank and an upswept exhaust.[embedded content][embedded content]17-inch designer alloy wheels are also common for both bikes. There have been no styling updates on either of the bikes except for new colour schemes on both models. Ninja 400 is available in two colour options including Lime Green with Ebony (KRT Edition) and Metallic Carbon Gray with Metallic Matte Carbon Gray.Powertrain, Hardware SpecsPowering both speed machines is a 399cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine that generates 44.3 bhp and 37 Nm of peak torque. While the power figure remains identical, torque output has declined by 1 Nm. Although, it shouldn’t be a deal-breaker since kerb weight of both motorcycles remains the same.This power plant is mated to a six-speed gearbox via a slip and assist clutch which is claimed to be 20 percent lighter than its previous iteration. No changes have been made to the cycle parts as well since both bikes continue to be suspended on 41mm telescopic forks up front and a preload-adjustable mono-shock. Braking is handled by a 310mm petal disc at front and a 220mm disc at rear which are aided by a dual-channel ABS.2022 Kawasaki Ninja 400 – India launch teaserFeatures & PriceOther features on offer include a part digital and a part analogue instrument cluster. We would have liked it if the Japanese superbike brand could have updated the latest avatars of both models with a fully digital TFT display. The updated Ninja 400 has been priced at 6,250 GBP (around INR 6.04 lakh) while Z400 now costs 6,000 GBP (around INR 5.8 lakh). The last time Ninja 400 was on sale in India, it was priced at about Rs 5 lakh, ex-sh. More

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      Suzuki Burgman Electric Scooter Patent Leaks – Gets Chain Drive

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      Launch of the upcoming Suzuki Burgman electric scooter is still a couple of years awaySuzuki Burgman Electric Scooter Patent LeaksIt has already been established that Suzuki is working on an electric scooter specifically for the Indian market. Based on Burgman Street 125, this upcoming e-scooter has been spotted testing on Indian roads on multiple occasions. Spy shots suggest that design of the electric scooter is similar to that of its petrol-powered counterpart.Earlier in April this year, it was reported that development of the Burgman electric scooter had been delayed by two years. According to Suzuki officials, development time of the upcoming electric scooter has been extended thanks to high ambient temperatures in our country.Suzuki Burgman Electric Patents LeakedIn recent times, there have been many mishaps related to electric two-wheelers across the country due to high temperatures during the summer. Hence, Suzuki has decided to take some extra time to failsafe their technology. Meanwhile, a new patent drawing of the upcoming electric scooter has been leaked online. The latest patent image reveals a few significant variations in comparison to the previous patent leaked some months ago.As per the latest patent drawing, the electric scooter is built around the same frame as the petrol-powered Burgman Street 125. However, this time it features a chain drive system which is unusual for an electric two-wheeler. This chain drive comes out of an AC motor placed far forward on the frame under the seat to drive the rear wheel.Suzuki Burgman Electric Scooter Patent LeaksAdvantages of chain drive over belt driveA chain drive system has many advantages over a belt drive setup. For instance, the belt drive setup offers a transmission efficiency of 91-94 percent whereas in case of a conventional chain drive it stands at 97-98 percent. Moreover, a belt drive setup is more expensive than a chain drive unit. Also, chain drive is more rugged and adept in tackling harsh Indian conditions like monsoon, bad roads, etc.Suzuki Burgman Electric Scooter Patent LeaksAs a belt always needs to be in a tight position, it will keep the motor, wheel axles and ball bearings under load all the time. On the other hand, a chain drive is always designed with a slack and can transmit power even under extreme slack. Only disadvantage of a chain drive system over a belt drive setup is the constant maintenance the former warrants.Other HighlightsFurther, an AC-DC inverter has been placed smartly underneath the floorboard that converts the battery’s DC output to AC for the motor. A DC-AC converter is mounted on the side of the battery pack to step the voltage down. Suzuki has made use of a fixed battery pack instead of a removable unit. This comes as a surprise, since Suzuki has formed a consortium with other Japanese brands to develop swappable battery technology.The battery looks big enough and should offer more range on a full charge in comparison to a similarly rated removable battery. One major downside is that the battery pack may eat a large chunk of the boot under-seat storage which might affect its practicality. More

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      Okinawa Mega Factory Announced – Electric Scooters, Motorcycles

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      Okinawa seeks to expand its EV business in India and recently announced an investment of Rs 1200-1,500 crore in electric two-wheelers over next two yearsOkinawa Electric Scooter Okhi90 and Mega FactoryOkinawa Autotech, which became the largest electric two-wheeler maker in the country in May 2022, after selling 9,309 units in the month has announced extensive plans. They have plans to set up a Mega Factory in the country so as to meet the increased demand for electric two wheelers.Okinawa Autotech Mega FactoryOkinawa Autotech’s Mega Factory will be spread over an area of 30 acres. This is their third plant in India, with the other two also located in the state of Rajasthan.Okinawa’s second plant in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan opened for operations earlier this year and has manufacturing capabilities of close to 3 lakh electric vehicles per year. The new Okinawa mega plant will offer employment to around 5,000 workers and will be the largest fully integrated electric two wheeler plant in the country.It will see investment to the tune of Rs 500 crores and is slated to be fully operational from October 2023. Okinawa’s mega plant will be fully automatic and will also get automation for powertrain manufacturing.Okinawa Electric Two Wheeler – Mega Factory SketchThe plant will have an in-house automatic robotic battery manufacturing unit, an in-house motor and controller plant while there will also be robotic automation for production of plastic body part molding and a paint shop.Okinawa also plans to improve its R&D facilities along with warehouses and Supplier Park so as to meet growing demand in this segment both in domestic and export markets. This mega factory, in Karoli, Rajasthan, will have the capacity to roll out a total of 1 million (10 lakh) units per annum.Okinawa Autotech – Product RangeOkinawa plans to manufacture the entire range from this new plant. The company’s current portfolio consists of Okinawa Praise, R30, i-Praise, Lite, Ridge Plus and Dual along with the recently launched Okhi 90. These bikes are on sale via the company’s 74 dealerships spread across 55 cities in India and are priced from Rs 58,992 to Rs 1,08,749 (ex-showroom).The company’s newest offering Okhi 90 was launched in March 2022. This high performance electric scooter, presented in a colour range of Glossy Wine Red, Glossy Pearl White, Glossy Ash Grey, and Glossy Jewellery Blue, gets its power via a centrally mounted 3800 watt motor with a removable 72 V 50 Ah lithium-ion battery pack. It gets 2 ride modes – Eco and Sport with top speed at 55-60 km/h and 85-90 km/h respectively and acceleration from 0-90 km/h in 10 seconds. The Okhi 90 can go upto a 160 km range on single charge. More