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      Honda Scooters, Motorcycles Dec 2021 Sales Breakup – Activa, Dio, CB Shine, CB350

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      Honda CB350Honda has reported de-growth both in terms of domestic sales and exports in the past monthTwo wheeler sales in India have been dismal over the past month. Every major two wheeler maker has reported de-growth while it has been makers of electric two wheelers who have been reaping rich rewards.Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has suffered de-growth in terms of sales in December 2021. This can be seen both in terms of domestic sales and exports which dipped 12.98 percent and 23.39 percent respectively.Honda Domestic Sales December 2021Domestic sales stood at 2,10,638 units in the past month, down 12.98 percent over 2,42,046 units sold in December 2020. The Honda Activa commanded nearly 50 percent of sales with 1,04,417 units sold last month, down 22.12 percent over 1,34,077 units sold in December 2020. Not only was the Activa the best-selling model in the company lineup but it was the best selling scooter in the country in the past month.At No. 2, was CB Shine commuter bike. Sales increased 21.53 percent YoY to 68,061 units, from 56,003 units sold in December 2020. YoY sales increase was also seen in the case of Unicorn 160 with a 61.05 percent rise to 19,321 units in December 2021, up from 11,997 units sold in December 2020. Honda Dio was at No.4 with a 60.79 percent de-growth on a YoY basis. Sales which had stood at 22,025 units in December 2020 dipped to 8,637 units last month.Honda Domestic Sales Dec 2021 Vs Dec 2020 (YoY)Grazia sales increased 7.86 percent YoY to 3,610 units up from 3,347 units sold in December 2020 following which every other model posted a YoY de-growth. Honda Dream was at No. 6 with 56.33 percent de-growth to 2,180 units, Livo sales dipped 51.77 percent to 2,116 units and H’ness 350 sales fell 12.79 percent to 1,364 units.Honda CB 200X, launched in August 2021 saw 919 units sold in the past month while there were only 10 units of CB 300R sold in December 2021. Honda CB 650, CB 500 and Gold Wing sales stood at 1 unit each.Honda Exports December 2021Exports of the company dipped 23.39 percent in December 2021 to 16,073 units from 20,980 units exported in December 2020. Topping export charts, Honda Dio has been a favourite in global markets. Sales increased 17.16 percent YoY to 4,138 units in December 2021 from 3,532 units sold in December 2020. Honda Dio commands a 25.75 percent share in the company lineup in terms of exports.Honda Exports Dec 2021 Vs Dec 2020 (YoY)Honda Navi has gone on sale in US markets. The scooter was discontinued in its home market a few years after its introduction, but is now the most affordable two-wheeler in the company’s US line-up, with a base price of $1,807. Exports in the past month stood at 2,655 units, down 57.09 percent over 6,187 units shipped in December 2020. CB Shine at No. 3 saw increased demand globally by 0.78 percent to 2,583 units, up from 2,563 units sold in December 2020.Honda X-Blade exports dipped 26.37 percent YoY to 1,396 units from 1,896 units shipped in December 2020 while the company has reported significant growth where exports of the Dream (1,300 units) and Grazia (999 unit) were concerned. Unicorn 160 and CB 350 exports also increased 136.52 percent and 44.71 percent respectively.Honda Livo (700 units) and Hornet 160R (376 units) suffered a YoY de-growth by 58.82 percent and 72.51 percent respectively. At No. 11, exports of Honda Unicorn 150 saw a near 2 fold increase in demand to 155 units in the past month, up from 80 units exported in December 2020 while Activa (68 units) and Aviator (0 units) exports dipped 91.28 percent and 100 percent on a YoY basis. More

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      Ola Electric Design, Engineering Center To Be Setup In The UK

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      Ola Electric Scooters At FutureFactoryOla Futurefoundry will be based out of Coventry in United Kingdom which is home to many facilities including those of Jaguar and Aston MartinOla plans to make giant leaps in the field of future electric mobility in coming years and hence adding necessary infrastructure to its armoury. Ola Electric, the EV manufacturing arm of the ride-hailing major, has now laid the foundation of another important facility for the brand.The firm has now announced that it will be setting up its global centre for advanced engineering and vehicle design christened ‘Ola Futurefoundry’. This centre will be based in Coventry, United Kingdom, which is considered a global hub for the best automotive design and engineering talent in the world.Ola Futurefoundry – Hub for future EVs under OlaOla Futurefoundry will work in sync with the design and engineering teams based at Ola Campus in Bengaluru. The facility will house global talent across multiple disciplines of two-wheeler and four-wheeler vehicle designs, digital and physical modelling, advanced high-performance automotive engineering and much more.The centre will also be home to talents that will focus on vehicle R&D around new energy systems including cell technologies. It will also team up with world-class education and research institutions in the UK to collaborate on technology research and development.Is this the upcoming Ola Electric Car?Ola has revealed that it will invest over US$100 million (around INR 750 crore) over the next 5 years into the state-of-art centre. Over 200 designers and automotive engineers will be working in this facility.Speaking on this occasion, Bhavish Aggarwal, founder and CEO, Ola, said that the Ola Futurefoundry will enable the company to tap into fantastic automotive designs and engineering talent in the UK to create the next generation of electric vehicles. Working in close collaboration with Ola headquarters in Bangalore, India, Futurefoundry will help Ola build the future of mobility with an aim to make EVs affordable across the world.Development of electric carsAggarwal recently kicked up a storm on social media when he shared an image of a car, therefore, hinting at the possibility of Ola Electric venturing into the space of producing electric cars. The tweet makes more sense now with the announcement of a new convention centre which will cater to development of both battery-powered two-wheelers and three-wheelers.Wayne Burgess, vice president – Vehicle Design, Ola Electric said, “Ola Futurefoundry is an important step in building a multi-disciplinary team that is agile, flexible and responsive to the various needs of our consumers around the world.” He further added that Futurefoundry will supplement and collaborate with the core team in Bengaluru to deliver exciting new EVs across two-wheeler, four-wheeler and other segments.Ola Electric has already built a state-of-art facility in Tamil Nadu’s Krishnagiri district, which is considered to be the largest two-wheeler manufacturing plant in the world. Named Futurefactory, the Bengaluru-based EV startup has committed an investment of Rs 2,400 crore towards this project. More

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      Top 10 Motorcycles 150cc To 200cc Dec 2021 – Pulsar, Apache, R15, MT15, FZ

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      2022 Yamaha MT15 Facelift to get Bluetooth / updates150-200cc motorcycles registered double-digit YoY and MoM growth, at 13.66% and 24.90%, respectivelyA total of 1,17,824 units were sold in December 2021, as compared to 1,03,661 units in December 2020. Sales in November 2021 were at 94,336 units. In top ten, 6 bikes have positive YoY growth. In terms of MoM, only 5 bikes have positive growth.Top 10 Motorcycles 150cc To 200cc Dec 2021 – Pulsar leadsBajaj Pulsar leads in December with sales of 34,445 units. YoY growth is 21.99%, as compared to 28,237 units sold in December 2020. Market share is at 29.23%. In MoM terms, Pulsar has registered an impressive gain of 81.69%. Sales in November 2021 were at 18,958 units.As is evident, Pulsar continues to dominate in 150-200cc segment. It is possible that Bajaj may launch a new flagship, which could be a 500cc Pulsar. Registration of trademark name ‘Twinner’ indicates that the new Pulsar could get a twin cylinder engine.At number two in the list is TVS Apache with sales of 23,533 units in December. YoY growth is negative at -11.31%, as compared to 26,535 units sold in December 2020. Market share is at 19.97%. MoM growth is also negative at -17.74%. Sales in November 2021 were higher at 28,608 units.150cc-200cc Motorcycle Sales Dec 2021 vs Dec 2020 (YoY)For enthusiasts looking for enhanced performance, TVS had recently launched Apache 165 RP. The new Apache bike is based on 160 4V and comes with new features and more powerful engine. Only 200 units were on offer, which are already sold out.Yamaha In Top 10Next is Yamaha FZ with sales of 19,790 units in December 2021. YoY growth is 39.75%, as compared to 14,161 units sold in December 2020. Market share is 16.80%. FZ MoM growth at 159.58% is the highest in the list in percentage terms. Sales in November 2021 were at 7,624 units. Yamaha recently launched updated FZS-Fi models, as part of “The Call of the Blue” initiative. Updates include new colour options and refreshed styling.At number four in the list is Unicorn 160 with sales of 19,321 units in December 2021. YoY growth is 61.05%, as compared to 11,997 units sold in December 2020. Market share is 16.40%. MoM growth is 24.21%, as compared to 15,555 units sold in November 2021.150cc-200cc Motorcycle Sales Dec 2021 vs Nov 2021 (MoM)Yamaha R15 is fifth with sales of 8,952 units in December 2021. YoY growth is 63.63%, as compared to 5,471 units sold in December 2020. Market share is at 7.60%. MoM growth is 6.67%, as compared to 8,392 units sold in November 2021.Last year in September, Yamaha had launched new-gen R15 V4 at a starting price of Rs 1.68 lakh. The bike gets a range of cosmetic enhancements along with features such as USD forks in golden finish, revised digital instrument console and Bluetooth connectivity.Xpulse 200 registers strong growthPlaced at number 6th in the list, Hero Xpulse 200 has registered 149.02% growth in YoY sales. This is the highest in the list in percentage terms. Sales are up from 1,018 units in December 2020 to 2,535 units in December 2021. Market share is at 2.15%.Other bikes in top ten are Bajaj Avenger (1,963 units), Hero Xtreme 160R (1,862), Yamaha MT15 (1,756) and KTM 200 (1,535). Among these, only Avenger has positive YoY growth. More

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      Royal Enfield 350cc Custom In Army Green – Looks Ready For Battle

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      Royal Enfield 350cc Custom By EimorKnown for their rugged, go anywhere character, Royal Enfield motorcycles are among the preferred choice of Indian ArmyWhile Royal Enfield bikes are available in various colours, the olive-green shade is probably the most noticeable on the streets. For folks living near a cantonment or border areas, olive green coloured Royal Enfield bikes used by military personnel are quite easy to spot. These are mostly in matte finish. To add some extra punch to the olive-green shade and make it more appropriate for civilian use, ‘Eimor Customs’ has come up with a custom-made Royal Enfield Standard 350.Custom Royal Enfield Standard 350 stylingThe bike used for this customization project is Bullet 350. A number of cosmetic changes have been introduced to improve overall look and feel. In a way, this custom bike also celebrates the greatness and achievements of the Indian Army.What immediately grabs our attention is the deep olive-green shade of the bike. It comes in glossy, almost mirror-like finish, which is a real treat for the eyes. Links to the Indian Army are detailed in the form of various insignias such as ‘Satyamev Jayate’ and ‘Service Before Self’. These can be seen on the fuel tank and side box cover.Indian Army insignias are in golden shade, which stands out against the glossy olive-green paint. Much of the bike’s components such as engine, alloy wheels, frame and exhaust have been blacked out.Royal Enfield 350cc Custom By EimorIn other changes, the custom bike gets a front fender ornament in the form of a thin metal strip. Headlamp has been customized with 5-stars in golden shade, indicative of the position of Field Marshal in the Indian Army. Field Marshal is essentially a 5-star general, the highest possible rank in the Indian Army. It is more of a ceremonial or wartime rank. It has been awarded only two times in the history of the Indian Army.Another key update is the exhaust, which is likely to be an aftermarket unit. It is a lot sleek and curvy in comparison to the relatively thicker, cylindrical shaped unit used on Bullet 350. Stock tyres have been replaced with dual-purpose block-pattern tyres at both ends. Rest of the bike is largely the same as the stock Bullet 350.No performance updatesThis customization project focuses on cosmetic enhancements. Engine and other hardware have been retained in their original form. Current-gen Bullet 350 is powered by a 346cc, air cooled, single cylinder engine that churns out 19.1 bhp of max power at 5,250 rpm and 28 Nm of peak torque at 4,000 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox.Royal Enfield 350cc Custom By EimorSuspension system comprises telescopic forks at front and twin rear shock absorbers with 5-step adjustable preload. Braking system comprises 280 mm disc at front and 153 mm drum brake at rear. Single-channel ABS is offered as standard.Bullet 350 will soon be launched in its next-gen avatar, wherein it will get an all-new engine and chassis. These updates will be the same as already introduced with Meteor 350 and Classic 350.Source More

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      Horwin SK3 Electric Scooter Debuts – Range 80 Kms, Top Speed 90 Kmph

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      Horwin SK3 Electric ScooterHorwin has unveiled a new electric scooter named SK3 in Europe – It is not expected to be launched in IndiaElectric mobility has truly grown by leaps and bounds over the last few months, especially in the two-wheeler space. New vehicles featuring battery-powered powertrains have made their debuts not only in India but overseas as well. Another new offering in this space has hit markets in Europe.Most electric scooters are more driven towards practicality rather than looks, however, the latest e-scooter from Horwin named SK3 is one handsome scooter. An Austria-based EV brand, the company has been able to create the right balance for the new SK3.Horwin SK3 Electric Scooter – StylingUnlike contemporary EVs, Horwin SK3 gets a sleek and sharp design that adopts Maxi scooter stylings. However, the spine running through the floorboard is now as tall and prominent as modern maxi-style scooters.Upfront, the scooter gets a twin LED headlamp cluster mounted on the apron which gives it the impression of a BMW C400 GT. The apron also houses a small and adjustable flyscreen. The scooter features many cuts and creases along its front and side panels which gives it a modern yet utilitarian appearance.Horwin SK3 Electric ScooterThe relatively flat seat comes with a chunky single-piece grab rail which can be replaced with a luggage mounting rack or a pannier box with a pillion backrest as an accessory. Basically, it has been designed for daily commutes as well as long-distance touring.Powertrain, Hardware SpecsSK3 is powered by a 6.2kW electric motor which derives its energy from a 2.52kWh Lithium-ion battery. The claimed top speed has been restricted at 90 kmph while it boasts a range of 80 km on a single charge. By availing an additional battery pack as an option, the range could be extended up to 160 km. However, inclusion of the second battery will reduce the under-seat storage significantly.Horwin will be providing its customers with an 8A charger as standard. In terms of features, SK3 comes equipped with full LED lighting, a digital LCD instrument panel, keyless operation and cruise control. Hardware configurations of the scooter are fairly simple with a suspension setup comprising conventional telescopic forks at front and dual rear springs. The scooter rides on black 14-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels.Horwin SK3 Electric ScooterElectric Scooter PriceBraking setup consisted of a front disc and rear drum unit aided by a Combi Braking System (CBS). The electric scooter is being offered in three colour options namely metallic blue, black and metallic grey. Priced at EUR 3990 (approx. INR 3.42 lakh), SK3 goes on sale in markets across Europe this month. At this price tag, it doesn’t seem a viable option for the Indian market. More

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      New Kinetic Green Electric Scooters Launch Planned – Partners With Chinese EV Maker

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      New Kinetic Electric Scooters Planned. Image – Aima TechThe partnership will see a buildup in E2W business and increase production capacities to 5 lakh units a year over next two yearsKinetic Green Energy & Power Solutions have entered into a partnership with China-based electric vehicle giant, Aima Technology Group. This association will see co-design and development of electric two-wheelers for the Indian market.The two companies together plan launch of at least 3 new models by 2023 which will also include models from Aima based on an advanced high speed scooter platform. Aima Tech is one of the leading EV makers in China. As per their website, they export a range of electric scooters in bulk. Most of these electric scooters are priced in the range of $400 to $650 – approx Rs 30k to Rs 45k.Made In India Electric ScootersThese new scooters which will be launched by Kinetic Green, will be made in India. Aima will assist Kinetic in design while it will also support the latter in terms of modification and localization so as to cater to the demands of India buyers. A target is to build up production capacities to 5 lakh units a year over the next two years.Pune based Kinetic Green Energy & Power Solutions, after launching a range of electric three-wheelers in the country about four years ago, entered the E2W market in 2021. Kinetic Green launched two electric scooters – Kinetic Zing and Kinetic Zoom last year.Aima Tech Electric ScooterIt has since built up its presence in this segment and is today among one of India’s top E2W players. The impetus into this segment is due to the ever increasing prices of petrol. Favorable Government of India policies have also made buyers show more interest in this segment while the fast evolving EV ecosystem also plays a very important role in its success even as the electric segment is poised for even more rapid growth in the years ahead.Aima has also been witness to the growth of green mobility in India, initiated by the FAME II subsidies offered by the Government of India and added incentives released by various state governments in terms of purchase of electric vehicles. Growth in this segment, specifically over the past year, which resulted in a YoY E2W growth of 631 percent is particularly noteworthy.Aima TechAima has a portfolio of over 1000 models that include E2W, E3W and E4. AIMA has gained increasing recognition in the EV market with its flagship models that include Tiger X613, the N600 and A500. The company has a global presence and operates in 87 countries with sales of over 50,000,000 E2W units till date.Aima Tech WebsiteIt is among the best in the industry in terms of technology development and R&D. The company also has heavy investments in technology R&D specifically in terms of design besides 3D digital modelling, IoT and smart technology.Together with Kinetic Green Energy, Aima will also strive to build up a strong electric vehicle system with state of the art supply chains and fast charging system. It will also pay close attention to battery swapping and long range electric vehicles. More

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      Hero Sales, Exports Breakup Dec 2021 – Splendor, Passion, Deluxe, Maestro

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      Image – Verma Art ModificationsHero MotoCorp suffered a YoY de-growth both in terms of domestic sales and exports in December 2021Hero MotoCorp was once again at the top of two wheeler sales in December 2021. The two wheeler major beat Bajaj, TVS, Honda by a significant margin despite recording de-growth both in terms of domestic sales and exports. This de-growth is what is being faced by a majority of two wheeler makers in the country while sales of electric vehicles in this segment is on the rise.Hero Sales Breakup Dec 2021In domestic markets, sales stood at 3,74,415 units, down 11.91 percent over 4,25,033 units sold in December 2020. MoM sales performed better with a 13.87 percent growth over 3,28,817 units sold in November 2021. Leading the domestic sales charts was the Splendor with a 16.33 percent YoY growth to 2,26,759 units up from 1,94,930 units sold in December 2020. Hero Splendor commands a 60.56 percent share in the company lineup.It was not only the best-selling bike in the country in the past month but the only bike to score sales above the 1 lakh unit mark. MoM sales of the Splendor also increased 17.80 percent from 1,92,490 units sold in November 2021. Hero HF Deluxe was at No. 2 with a YoY de-growth of 41.15 percent to 83,080 units in the past month, down from 1,41,168 units sold in December 2020. MoM sales increased 9.10 percent from 76,149 sold in November 2021.Hero Glamour sales increased both in terms of YoY and MoM by 64.23 percent and 44.26 percent respectively to 31,595 units in the past month. Hero Glamour also finished in a 7th position on the list of top 10 best-selling motorcycles in December 2021 ahead of TVS Apache, Yamaha FZ and Honda Unicorn.Hero Sales and Exports Breakup Dec 2021 vs Dec 2020 (YoY)Hero Passion and Pleasure sales dipped in YoY by 69.57 percent and 51.78 percent to 11,146 units and 9,205 units. MoM sales also fell 13.82 percent and 17.34 percent respectively over 12,933 units and 11,136 units sold in November 2021. At No.6, Hero Maestro has been noting increased demand in domestic markets. Sales increased 38.71 percent YoY to 5,425 units in December 2021 while sales in November 2021 had been at 5,290 units relating to a 0.65 percent MoM increase.While sales of Hero Destini 125 dipped 51.49 percent YoY and 13.97 percent MoM to 2,808 units, that of Xpulse 200 surged 149.02 percent in December 2021 to 2,535 units from 1,018 units sold in December 2020. MoM sales also increased by 10.07 percent from 2,303 units sold in November 2021. Trailing the sales list was Hero Xtreme 160R with 1,862 units sold, down 42.97 percent YoY decline and a4 2.73 percent MoM de-growth from 3,251 units sold in November 2021.Hero Exports Breakup Dec 2021Hero MotoCorp’s export markets are spread over Asia, Africa, South and Central America and the Caribbean. The company has noted a YoY and MoM de-growth in terms of exports in the past month. Total exports for December 2021 stood at 20,287 units, down from 22,302 units shipped in December 2020. MoM exports fell marginally by 1.19 percent from 20,531 units sold in November 2021.Hero Sales and Exports Breakup Dec 2021 vs Nov 2021 (MoM)Most models in the company lineup have seen YoY de-growth except for the Hunk, HF Deluxe and Glamour. Hero Hunk found the most buyer in global markets with 8,873 units shipped last month, up 230.10 percent over 2,688 units sold in December 2020. MoM shipments, however, decreased 2.17 percent from 9,070 units shipped in November 2021.HF Deluxe sales also increased 83.63 percent to 5,799 units in the past month, from 3,124 units shipped in December 2021 while MoM shipments increased 15.84 percent from 5,006 units shipped in November 2021. At No.3, Hero Glamour noted an 84.88 percent YoY growth to 2,568 units from 1,389 units shipped in December 2020 and it was also a MoM growth of 54.51 percent over 1,662 units exported in November 2021.Thereafter, models such as the Splendor, Xpulse 200 and Maestro noted a deep YoY and MoM de-growth in terms of exports. Hero Pleasure added 192 units to sales while exports of Destini 125, Achiever, Duet, Xtrteme 150 and 160 and Passion failed to take off. More

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      2022 Yamaha XSR155 Debuts With Two New Colour Options

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      2022 Yamaha XSR155Yamaha XSR155 can work in Indian market, but it’s unlikely to be launched here anytime soonAs part of its 60th anniversary celebrations, Yamaha has launched 2022 XSR155 model in Indonesia. The bike is essentially a retro-styled makeover of MT-15. With the right accessories kit, the bike can be personalized into various formats including cafe racer, tracker and sport heritage.2022 Yamaha XSR155 – new coloursAs part of the update, Yamaha XSR155 2022 gets two new colour options. One of these is a dark shade of Blue, which utilizes a combo of blue and black. The paint scheme comes in matte finish, which complements the bike’s retro character.While much of the bike including engine, exhaust, alloy wheels, seat, engine guard and side panels are wrapped in black, the blue shade can be seen on the fuel tank and front fender. This colour theme is all about intrigue, power and understated elegance.Second colour option is just the opposite, as it’s a lot peppy, exuberant and vibrant. It’s for folks who want their rides to be noticed on the streets. The 60th anniversary colour theme has a glossy finish and utilizes an exciting mix of red and white against blacked-out bits.2022 Yamaha XSR155The bike’s sporty profile is enhanced further with golden-coloured USD front forks and alloy wheels. Both new colour options have significantly improved the bike’s overall look and feel. Earlier colour options of grey and black have been retained as is.Apart from the new colours, 2022 Yamaha XSR155 remains largely the same as current model. Some key features include round LED headlamp, spear-shaped turn signals, a single full LCD digital instrument pod, tear-drop shaped fuel tank, single piece flat seat with quilted top, perforated exhaust canister, rugged engine guard and classic round LED tail light.Yamaha XSR155 2022 engine and specsYamaha XSR155 borrows much of its hardware from MT-15. It is powered by a 155cc, liquid cooled, SOHC, 4 valve motor that generates 19 hp of max power at 10,000 rpm and 14.7 Nm of peak torque at 8,500 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The bike is equipped with advanced features such as variable valve actuation (VVA) and assist & slipper clutch. These work to enhance ride dynamics.2022 Yamaha XSR155Chassis comprises a deltabox frame with USD front forks and link monoshock suspension at rear. The bike has 17-inch wheels at both ends, shod with dual-purpose tubeless tyres. Yamaha XSR155 weighs 134 kg and can carry 10.4 litres of fuel.It is not certain if Yamaha will introduce XSR155 in India. Retro-styled bikes are quite popular here, but pricing could be a constraint. What can work is a stripped-down version that could be launched at around Rs 1.50 lakh. In Indonesia, XSR155 is available at a starting price of IDR 36,905,000. This is approximately INR 1.92 lakh. XSR155 60th anniversary edition is priced higher at IDR 37,505,000 (~ INR 1.95 lakh). More