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      Upcoming Okinawa Electric Scooter Spied Testing For 1st Time

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      Okinawa Oki90 Electric ScooterUpon launch, Okinawa Oki90 will cater to the premium electric scooter segment and rival the likes of Bajaj Chetak, Ola S1, Ather 450x
      Electric mobility has been gathering a lot of steam in the Indian market, especially in the two-wheeler segment. In the past few months, various battery-powered two-wheelers have entered the market and managed to grab people’s attention although several limitations remain.
      Since electric vehicles (EVs) are the future of mobility across the globe, we will be seeing numerous electric two-wheelers in the coming years. One such upcoming model is a scooter from Okinawa which has been internally codenamed Oki90. This scooter was previewed back in the last edition of Auto Expo in 2020.
      This battery-powered scooter has been spied for the first time. Going by the latest spy shots of the fully camouflaged prototype, it appears as if the scooter is nearing production. Aesthetically, most body panels of the e-scooter seemed production-ready. The paint scheme was nicely covered under a layer of camouflage.
      Upcoming Okinawa Electric Scooter Oki90
      Some notable exterior highlights include a raised pillion seat, a chunky single-piece, silver-finished grab rail which extends to form a sizable luggage rack at rear and a wide tail lamp which reminds us of Aprilia SXR 160. The thick floorboard suggests that the battery panels have been installed underneath the scooter which would provide the scooter better stability.
      Okinawa Oki90 Electric Scooter
      Upfront, it gets an LED headlamp mounted on the handlebar, and a pair of LED DRLs and turn indicators mounted coaxially on the apron. The rearview mirrors are completely embellished in chrome. The alloy wheels are quite large, especially with the standard of a scooter. The wheels appear to be 15-inch units which will also play a crucial role in the dynamics of the scooter.
      Expected Features & Specs
      Speaking of dynamics, suspension setup of Oki90 comprises conventional telescopic forks up front and dual shock absorbers at rear. Braking duties will be handled by disc brakes at both ends and most probably aided by ABS. Another feature highlight is a fully digital instrument console which is enabled with Bluetooth connectivity. The display will show crucial information such as distance to charge, etc.
      The scooter will be laced with creature comforts such as geo-fencing, navigation, diagnostics and more. Expect the scooter to be embedded with a eSIM as well. Oki90 will also be offered with two drive modes- Eco and Power which can be toggled through the right side of the switchgear.
      Okinawa has remained tight-lipped about the scooter’s specs but it is known that the Oki90 will be fitted with a removable lithium-ion battery which should offer a claimed range of 150-180 km on a single charge. Using a fast charger, the battery could be rejuvenated up to 80 percent of capacity in up to 60 minutes. However, the specs could only be confirmed after an official release from the company.

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      Top 10 Motorcycles 500cc+ Dec 2021 – RE 650 Twins, Tiger, Ninja, Harley

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      Royal Enfield 650 Modified By STG Tracker
      Royal Enfield 650 Twins- Interceptor and Continental GT accounted for 86 percent market share in the 500cc+ segment of motorcycles in December 2021
      In the past few years, many options for large-capacity motorcycles have been made available to Indian consumers. However, the 500cc+ segment still remains a niche space in the motorcycle community as only limited volumes are sold on a monthly basis due to their premium pricing.
      A total of 2,665 motorcycles with engine displacement above 500cc were sold by OEMs across India in December 2021. This translated to an 80 percent YoY growth when only 1,481 motorcycles from the same space were sold in the country during the same month the previous year.
      RE 650 Twins- Only mass seller
      Out of 2,665 units sold in this space, the 650cc Twins- Interceptor and Continental GT from Royal Enfield accounted for 2,301 units last month. The sales volume translated to a whopping market share of 86.34 percent and YoY growth of 76.59 percent.
      During the same period in 2020, Royal Enfield sold 1,303 units of the 650cc Twins. These two motorcycles are the only models in this segment to be locally manufactured in India.
      500cc+ Motorcycle sales Dec 2021
      Kawasaki, Triumph Fight Out
      Rest of the motorcycles in the list witnessed double-digit or single-digit sales figures. Second and third spots were taken by Kawasaki Z900 and Triumph Tiger 900 with 34 units dispatched by each last month. The latest entrant in this list is Kawasaki Z650 RS which witnessed a volume of 31 units. The Japanese bikemaker was again trailed by Triumph, this time with the Street Triple recording a sales volume of 29 units last month.
      The same trend for Kawasaki and Triumph continues again with the sixth and seventh spots occupied by Ninja 650 and Trident 660 respectively. Both motorcycles registered a monthly volume of 28 units and 26 units respectively. Harley Davidson broke into the list with Low Rider Special accounting for 21 units last month.
      Harley Davidson Finds Itself In List
      The iconic American quit independent operations in 2020 but continues to operate through retail outlets managed by Hero MotoCorp. Street Twin from Triumph witnessed a sales volume of 16 units. The same volume was registered by Kawasaki Ninja 1000. Only 12 units of Suzuki Hayabusa were sold last month. The same was the case with Triumph’s flagship model Rocket III.

      No
      500cc+ Motorcycles Sales
      Dec-21
      Dec-20
      Growth % YoY

      1
      650 Twin
      2,301
      1,303
      76.59

      2
      Z900
      34
      29
      17.24

      3
      Tiger 900
      34
      5
      580.00

      4
      Z650RS
      31
      0
      –

      5
      Street Triple
      29
      28
      3.57

      6
      Ninja650
      28
      4
      600.00

      7
      Trident
      26
      0
      –

      8
      Low Rider Special
      21
      0
      –

      9
      Street Twin
      16
      2
      700.00

      10
      Ninja1000
      16
      15
      6.67

      11
      Low Rider
      13
      0
      –

      12
      Hayabusa
      12
      0
      –

      13
      Rocket III
      12
      5
      140.00

      14
      Vulcan S
      11
      14
      -21.43

      15
      Ninja ZX-10R
      10
      0
      –

      16
      Sportster S
      9
      0
      –

      17
      Speed Twin
      9
      0
      –

      18
      883 Iron
      8
      0
      –

      19
      Fat Bob
      6
      0
      –

      20
      Z650
      5
      2
      150.00

      21
      1200 X-Forty Eight
      5
      0
      –

      22
      Fat Boy 114
      5
      0
      –

      23
      Versys 1000
      4
      12
      -66.67

      24
      Boneville Speedmaster
      4
      4
      0

      25
      Versys 650
      3
      21
      -85.71

      26
      DL650XA
      2
      17
      -88.24

      27
      Street Scrambler
      2
      0
      –

      28
      Boneville T120
      2
      0
      –

      29
      Street Glide
      2
      0
      –

      30
      CBR 650F
      1
      0
      –

      31
      Boneville T100
      1
      15
      -93.33

      32
      Pan America
      1
      0
      –

      33
      Boneville Bobber
      1
      0
      –

      34
      GL1800
      1
      0
      –

      35
      Low Rider S
      0
      2
      -100.00

      36
      W800
      0
      1
      -100.00

      37
      883 Iron
      0
      1
      -100.00

      38
      Forty Eight Special
      0
      1
      -100.00

      –
      Total
      2,665
      1,481
      79.95

      Kawasaki models Vulcan S and Ninja ZX-10R recorded 11 units and 10 units respectively. Rest of the models accounted for single-digit sales volume in December 2021. Sportster S and Speed Twin registered a volume of 9 units each and were preceded by Iron 883 with 8 units sold last month. Models like Harley Davidson Low Rider S, Kawasaki W800 and Forty Eight Special did not register a volume of a single unit. More

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      Tork Electric Motorcycle Launch Price 1.08 Lakh – 120 Kms Real Range

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      Tork Kratos Electric MotorcycleBharat Forge along with Tork Motors has launched their first electric motorcycle – Kratos and Kratos R
      There has been a boom in electric vehicle space in India with new manufacturers launching products almost every other month. In the recent past, we have witnessed some new startups come out with attractive battery-powered models. Various subsidies and benefits offered from the Central government and various state governments have encouraged new OEMs to step into this industry.
      The latest to join the bandwagon is Bharat Forge, a Pune-based auto forged components manufacturer. The company has announced its entry in the electric two- and three-wheeler space with its partner, Tork Motors. The latter is another Pune-based electric two-wheeler startup that was founded in 2009.
      Bharat Forge currently owns a 49 percent stake in Tork Motors. In FY2021, Kalyani Group of companies had subscribed to additional shares in Tork with an investment of Rs 4 crore. As per Amit Kalyani, deputy managing director of Bharat Forge, Tork Motors has achieved subsidy requirements of the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles Phase II (FAME-II) for multiple products, both in two- and three-wheelers.
      Tork Kratos Electric Motorcycle Specs
      Tork has kick started its two wheeler EV business in India with the launch of an electric motorcycle named Kratos. Additionally, Tork Motors is also looking to partner up with three-wheeler manufacturers for the supply of electric powertrains.
      Tork Kratos R Electric Motorcycle
      Speaking about the Tork Kratos, it is a thoroughly updated motorcycle, as compared to the T6X that was showcased about 5 years ago. It gets a 4 kWh battery delivering max power of 7.5 kW and peak torque of 28 Nm.
      0-40 kmph acceleration time is 4 seconds. It is only offered in white colour option. Certified range is 180 kms while the real range is 120 kms. Price starts from Rs 1.08 lakh, ex-sh Pune, including state and govt subsidies.
      Tork Kratos R Electric Motorcycle Specs
      The more expensive Tork Kratos R is priced 1.23 lakh, ex-sh Pune. Without the subsidy, it costs Rs 2.08 lakh, ex-sh. It is offered in 4 colour options of White, Black, Red and Blue. It also gets a 4 kWh battery like the Kratos, but Kratos R delivers more power of 9 kW and higher torque of 38 Nm. It achieves 0-40 kmph in 3.5 seconds.
      Tork Kratos and Kratos R Electric Motorcycle Specs
      Kratos R also gets a fast charging option, allowing the user to charge from 0-80% in just 1 hour. Tork is also setting up a fast charging network across India. Buyers of Kratos R will have free access to these charging networks for the first 2 years.
      Tork Kratos R also comes with internet connected features via the Tork app. It will have features like crash alert, geo-fencing, find my vehicle, motor walk assist, track mode, track analytics, smart charge analysis, vacation mode, etc.
      Tork Kratos and Kratos R Electric Motorcycle Prices
      Launch and Bookings
      Launch will take place in a phased manner. First cities to get the Tork electric motorcycles Kratos and Kratos R are – Pune, Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai and Delhi. In phase 2, it will be launched in 100 cities across India. Bookings are now open on the official website for Rs 999.
      Bharat Forge aims to achieve a 5-6 percent market share in the electric mobility segment (two- and three-wheelers, trucks, and buses) in India by 2025. This could be achieved with the help of Kalyani Powertrain (KPTL), a subsidiary that was set up in the current fiscal year and will specifically cater to the e-mobility business. KPTL has got in touch with vehicle manufacturers and fleet operators about offering its e-mobility platform.
      Tork Electric Motorcycle Charger
      The company is aiming at opportunities across categories – from providing sub-systems to complete electric powertrains as well as lightweight structural components. Bharat Forge has also cut down on its capital expenditure guidance to Rs 200-250 crore for FY22, down from Rs 300 crore announced in June for the Indian market.
      Electric mobility, especially in the two-wheeler segment, has been blooming across the Indian market big time in the past few months. A rise in the cost of conventional fossil fuel along with tightening emission norms have also led to many people starting to shift battery-powered vehicles. More

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      Bajaj Pulsar Sales Breakup Dec 2021 – 125, 150, 160, 180, 200, 250

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      Image – Crazy MotorsBajaj Pulsar sales for December 2021 saw a de-growth both in domestic and export markets
      Bajaj Pulsar brand of bikes are offered in multiple options (ranging from 125cc to 250cc) with price starting from Rs 66,586. Speaking about sales performance in Dec 2021, total sales in domestic and export markets stood at 86,979 units, down 18 percent YoY from 1,06,068 units sold in December 2020.
      MoM sales and exports increased marginally by 1.42 percent from 85,763 units sold in November 2021. Every model in the Pulsar range dipped on a YoY basis while Pulsar 160, 180, 200 range saw a 40.78 percent increase in MoM sales to 40,596 units, up from 28,837 units sold in November 2021.
      Bajaj Pulsar Sales Breakup Dec 2021
      Bajaj Pulsar domestic sales stood at 59,225 units last month, down 14.22 percent over 69,044 units sold in December 2020. MoM sales also fell 4.34 percent from 61,913 units sold in November 2021.
      Bajaj Pulsar 125 topped sales charts with 27,900 units sold in December 2021, down 34.64 percent from 42,686 units sold in December 2020. MoM sales also dipped 34.06 percent from 42,311 units sold in November 2021. This also resulted in share percentage falling from 68.34 percent to 47.11 percent MoM.
      Bajaj Pulsar Sales, Exports Breakup Dec 2021 vs Dec 2020 (YoY)
      Pulsar 150 (150 Neon, 150, and 150 Twin-disc) saw a 36.13 percent YoY growth to 27,169 units, up from 19,169 units sold in December 2020. MoM sales noted an even higher growth rate at 107.65 percent from 13,084 units sold in November 2021.
      Sales of Bajaj Pulsar 250 dipped 41.73 percent YoY to 2,621 units from 4,498 units sold in December 2020 while MoM sales increased 306.99 percent from 644 units sold in November 2021. On the other hand sales of Pulsar 160, 180 and 200 dipped 19.30 percent YoY to 1,535 units from 1,902 units sold in December 2020 and down 73.87 percent MoM over 5,874 units sold in November 2021.
      Bajaj Pulsar Exports Breakup Dec 2021
      Bajaj also registered a Year-on-Year decline in terms of Pulsar exports in December 2021. Total exports in the past month stood at 27,754 units, down 25.04 percent over 37,024 units shipped in December 2020. MoM performance was better with a 16.37 percent increase over 23,850 units shipped in November 2021.
      Bajaj Pulsar Sales, Exports Breakup Dec 2021 vs Nov 2021 (MoM)
      The 160, 180, 200 Pulsar range was in demand in global markets with 13,427 units shipped in December 2021 down 14.77 percent over 15,753 units shipped in December 2020. MoM shipments saw some improvement over 9,410 units sold in November 2021.
      Pulsar 150cc range saw a 54.20 percent YoY de-growth in shipments last month to 6,432 units, down from 14,043 units shipped in December 2020 while MoM exports also dipped 39.50 percent from 10,632 units in November 2021.
      Bajaj Pulsar Total (Sales + Exports) – Dec 2021
      Exports of Pulsar 220F / 250 increased last month by 49.35 percent to 3,992 units while MoM exports surged by 159.90 percent from 1,536 units shipped in November 2021. Pulsar 125 saw 3,903 units exported last month, down 14.31 percent YoY from 4,555 units shipped in December 2020 while MoM saw a 71.79 percent growth from 2,272 units shipped in November 2021. More

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      2022 Kawasaki Versys-X 250 Debut – KTM 250 ADV Rival

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      2022 Kawasaki Versys X 250Versys-X 250 2022 model is being offered at a starting retail price of 726,000 Yen in Japan, which is approximately INR 4.73 lakh
      Smallest capacity Versys in Kawasaki’s portfolio, Versys-X 250 adventure motorcycle is offered in select countries such as Japan, Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. The updated 2022 model goes on sale in its home market first. It could be followed by launch in other Asian markets.
      2022 Kawasaki Versys-X 250 key updates
      Updated Versys-X 250 packs in both cosmetic and functional updates. Two new colour options are available, one of which is Candy Lime Green with Metallic Flat Spark Black. This is essentially an all-black theme with contrasting green bits, as can be seen on the fuel tank and side panels.
      Second colour option is Metallic Ocean Blue with Pearl Robotic White. This theme utilizes a tri-shade combo of blue, white and black. This is not as vibrant and actually comes across as a bit noisy in comparison to the green-black colour option.
      Touring capabilities have been improved with the addition of metal panniers on both sides. These are 17-litre units each. More stuff can be mounted on the rear carrier that has four luggage hooks. Another key update is engine guard, which will be useful in mild off-road environments. It is to note that Versys-X 250 is a road-biased machine and not meant for extreme off-roading.
      2022 Kawasaki Versys X 250
      In terms of convenience, the bike gets a power socket and centre stand. Apart from these, there are no other changes to 2022 Kawasaki Versys-X 250.
      2022 Kawasaki Versys-X 250 engine and specs
      Engine is the same 248cc unit as that of outgoing model. It generates 33 ps of max power at 11,500 rpm and 21 Nm of peak torque at 10,000 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The engine is tuned to deliver linear response throughout low and middle rev range and powerful acceleration at high revs.
      The bike is equipped with assist and slipper clutch that offers multiple benefits. The clutch feels light, reducing rider fatigue whereas slipper works to avoid slipping and hopping of rear tyre.
      2022 Kawasaki Versys X 250
      Kawasaki Versys-X 250 utilizes a high-rigidity backbone frame, integrated with telescopic front forks and gas-filled type preload adjustable monoshock unit at rear. The bike runs on 19-inch front and 17-inch rear spoke wheels, shod with block-pattern tyres. Braking duties are performed by 290 mm and 220 mm petal discs at front and rear, respectively.
      It is unlikely that Versys-X 250 will be launched in India. The bike’s premium pricing could limit its potential in this segment. In case it does make it to our shores, Versys-X 250 will take on rivals like Yezdi Adventure and Royal Enfield Himalayan or even the KTM 250 ADV.
      For Indian market, Kawasaki is working on other products such as Z650 RS classic roadster. This bike has already been spotted on road tests here. It borrows much of its styling from its larger sibling Z900 RS. It is expected to be launched in the price range of Rs 6.50 – 7.0 lakh (ex-showroom). More

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      2022 Honda CBR650R Launch Price Rs 9.25 L – Two Colour Options

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      2022 HONDA CBR650RIn terms of specs, Honda CBR650R competes against the likes of Kawasaki Ninja 650 and Aprilia RS 660
      Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has launched the updated CB650R in India at a price of Rs 9.35 lakh (ex-showroom). Bookings for the middleweight superbike have commenced. It will be retailed through Honda’s premium BigWing Topline showrooms. The bike will be available in India via Completely Knocked Down (CKD) route.
      The Japanese bike maker is currently looking to expand its BigWing network by introducing new models under its premium chain of dealerships. There are no major changes to the latest iteration of CBR650R in comparison to the outgoing model. The fully-faired sports bike receives a few subtle styling updates.
      2022 Honda CBR650R Styling
      Speaking of styling, no changes have been made to the design of CB650R barring new orange highlights and new sporty graphics. The middleweight superbike in its latest avatar is offered in two paint schemes namely- Matte Gunpowder Black Metallic and Grand Prix Red. The motorcycle gets new upper and lower fairings that blend muscularity with slim lines.
      Further, the split-style seat offered on the updated CBR650R, provides a compact and truncated look of the tail section thus adding to the hard-edged sense of purpose. In its latest avatar, the bike maintains its semi-faired look with exposed internals such as frame and engine. The side fairings receive multiple air scoops and vents to aid aerodynamic qualities.
      2022 HONDA CBR650R
      Mechanical Specs
      No mechanical updates have been made to the motorcycle. Powering 2022 CBR650R is a 649cc, DOHC, 16-valve, in-line 4-cylinder engine that pumps out 86 bhp at 12,000rpm and 57.5 Nm of peak torque at 8,500rpm. This motor is paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox via a slipper and assist clutch.
      In terms of hardware, the bike is underpinned by a twin-tube frame which is sprung on 41mm Showa SFF BP upside-down forks at front and a mono-shock at rear. Braking duties are handled by disc brakes at both ends which are aided by a dual-channel ABS. CBR650R rides on 17-inch alloy wheels and gets a ground clearance of 132mm. The bike tips the weighing scales at 211kg.
      Features on offer
      List of features on offer in CBR650R also remains the same with notable features a negative LCD instrument cluster, all-LED illumination, emergency stop signal, Honda ignition security system and Honda selectable torque control.
      2022 HONDA CBR650R
      It misses out on features such as connectivity options, TFT display and IMU-based rider-based electronics. At this price, Honda CBR650R isn’t the ideal middleweight sports bike that offers value for money. Its immediate rival in the form of Kawasaki Ninja 650 is offered Rs 6.68 lakh (ex-showroom). More

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      Yezdi Roadking 650cc Motorcycle To Rival Royal Enfield – Launch Soon

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      New Yezdi Roadking 650cc RenderThe upcoming Yezdi Roadking could utilise the 652cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine from BSA Goldstar instead of the 334cc unit from Jawa
      Yezdi brand made a resounding comeback to the Indian two-wheeler space earlier this month which involved the launch of three new motorcycles. These included Adventure, Scrambler and Roadster, each brand name denoting their characteristic and class of motorcycles.
      However, we expected the Roadking moniker to make a comeback since it was the primary seller for Yezdi back in the 1980s and 90s. In fact, Classic Legends, maker of Jawa and Yezdi motorcycles in India, has also filed a trademark for the ‘Roadking’ name.
      Yezdi Roadking To Launch Next
      New report reveals that a modern interpretation of the classic Yezdi Roadking is currently under development. This was confirmed by Anupam Thareja, Co-founder of Classic Legends. Thareja added that the motorcycle will be based on a bespoke architecture different from the dual-cradle frame underpinning current Yezdi models.
      The upcoming Roadking will be the brand’s flagship model and could sit at the top of the Yezdi line-up. While the upcoming iteration of Roadking will surely be a modern affair, Classic Legends would hold onto some classic retro styling as it did with the Jawas and the new Yezdis.
      Yezdi Roadking Name Registered
      Bigger Source of Power
      Since Roadking will be based on a new platform and will be a flagship model, it is also believed to get a new heart. In all likelihood, Yezdi could borrow the 652cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine which recently made its debut in BSA Goldstar 650.
      This engine is good enough to make 45 bhp and 55 Nm of peak torque. The motor is linked with a 5-speed gearbox via a slipper and assist clutch. For reference, BSA is an iconic British motorcycle brand that was revived by Classic Legends last year.
      The 650cc mill should be an automatic choice since Classic Legends would want to utilise this engine and platform in multiple models across different brands to optimise its investment costs. If indeed, Roadking will be powered by this motor, it will be a direct rival to the 650cc Twins from Royal Enfield- Interceptor and Continental GT.
      Expected Features
      While its looks will be retro, the new Roadking will be laced with a piece of modern equipment comprising features like all-LED lighting, Bluetooth connectivity, a USB charger, a semi-digital instrument cluster, multiple riding modes, and navigation. Hardware configurations are also expected to be similar to BSA Goldstar.
      There is no clear indication of the exact launch timeline of Roadking. But unlike most others, Classic Legends have been faster at launching new motorcycles. Considering that the BSA 650 is already out in the market, Yezdi 650 Roadking should not take long to make its debut. If not later this year, Roadking 650 could probably debut next year, to celebrate the 1st anniversary of Yezdi’s revival.
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      Royal Enfield Himalayan Modified Fire Ambulance At Rs 13.5 Lakh

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      Royal Enfield Himalayan Fire AmbulanceTwo-wheeler based fire fighting vehicles are already in service in several other cities in India
      For the standard set of firefighting trucks, it’s a challenge to reach areas such as slums and other localities with narrow streets. This issue has been faced by fire brigade personnel in several crowded cities in the country. As a solution, two-wheeler-based fire fighting vehicles have been developed. These are in service in several cities including Mumbai, Hyderabad and Kottayam.
      A number of these fire-fighting vehicles are based on Royal Enfield motorcycles. The preference is apparently due to the rugged nature of Royal Enfield motorcycles.
      In many cases, the choice has been Bullet 500cc bike. The latest addition will be Himalayan-based fire fighting vehicles that will be deployed with Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC).
      Royal Enfield Himalayan Fire Ambulance
      Himalayan-based firefighting ambulance is equipped with 20-litre water tanks on both sides at the rear. The motorcycle is unlikely to have any issues with the additional weight, as it has been designed to carry heavy luggage. In its stock form, Himalayan comes with dedicated racks at both front and rear.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan Fire Ambulance
      At rear, the retrofitted Himalayan also gets a 100-foot pipe and spray nozzle. Other equipment includes a pump for spraying water at high pressure. While the 20-litre tanks will store water by default, it is possible that other fire extinguishing material can be added.
      It’s necessary because water alone cannot extinguish all types of fires. For example, throwing water on petrol fires can actually cause them to flare up further. Himalayan firefighting bike will have two personnel on board. The bike will serve multiple purposes in addition to dousing fires. For example, it can be used for rescue and evacuation operations from areas where four-wheeled vehicles cannot reach easily.
      It can be used as a reconnaissance bike that can reach the troubled spot quickly and relay information to the control room. The bikes will also work as route clearance vehicles, so that fire brigade team can cruise through traffic and reach the destination in time.
      Royal Enfield Himalayan Fire Ambulance
      Himalayan firefighter cost
      Initially, three Himalayan fire bikes are being purchased by PCMC at a cost of Rs 13.5 lakh each. It includes the price of the bike and the firefighting equipment that it carries. Stock Himalayan is available at a starting price of Rs 2.16 lakh. The retrofitting is done by a third-party agency that specializes in building firefighting equipment.
      Engine will be same as stock version, a 411cc air cooled, SOHC unit. It generates 24.3 bhp of max power at 6500 rpm and 32 Nm of peak torque at 4,500 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh gearbox.
      To ensure it is easily noticeable, Himalayan fire bikes are expected to get a dual-tone colour scheme of red and yellow. This is the standard colour code for firefighting vehicles in most parts of the world. More