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      Royal Enfield Sales May 2025 Mostly Green – Classic, Bullet, Himalayan, Hunter

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      2025 Royal Enfield Hunter 350The most popular classic bike manufacturer of India, and probably the world, Royal Enfield, has closed the sales account for the month of May 2025 in style. The company’s sales fell mostly in the green with just one exception. Which is the MoM domestic aspect, that registered a negligible 0.24% decline. Let’s see what’s what.
      Royal Enfield Sales May 2025
      For the month of May 2025, Royal Enfield registered a total sales of 89,429 units. When compared to the 71,010 units from May 2024 and 86,559 units from April 2025, Royal Enfield’s total sales fell completely into the green with 25.94% YoY growth with a volume gain of 18,419 units and 3.32% MoM growth with a volume gain of 2,870 units.
      Breaking out these numbers with respect to displacement classes, we can see that the 350cc offerings constitute 85.53% market share in total sales with 76,492 units. The 350cc bikes witnessed 27.60% YoY and 2.98% MoM growth with 16,640 units and 2,210 units gained in volume YoY and MoM respectively.
      Royal Enfield Sales May 2025 – YoY, MoM
      The larger bikes from Royal Enfield consisting of 440cc, 450cc and 650cc offerings accounted for 14.47% of total sales with 12,937 units last month. When compared to 11,158 units from last year and 12,277 units from a month before, this category witnessed 15.94% YoY growth and 5.38% MoM growth, gaining 1,779 units YoY and 660 units MoM.
      Breaking down the sales with respect to domestic and export markets, we can see that Royal Enfield’s domestic sales accounted for 84.78% of total sales. The company sold 75,820 units in the domestic market with 19.34% YoY growth and 0.24% MoM decline and shipped 13,609 units to global markets with 81.96% YoY growth and 28.91% MoM growth.
      YTD analysis
      Royal Enfield’s YTD sales analysis reveals that the company sold a total of 1,75,988 units in total with 15.12% YoY growth, gaining 23,108 units in volume. The 350cc offering accounted for 85.67% of the market share with 1,50,774 units and 13.6% YoY growth, while the larger offerings accounted for 25,314 units with 25.55% YoY growth.
      Royal Enfield Sales May 2025 – YTD
      Domestic sales performance YTD stood at 1,51,822 units with 86.27% of the total sales, while exports constituted 24,166 units with 68.86% YoY growth. Volume growth stood at 13,253 units in the domestic market and 9,855 units in export markets.
      Statement from Royal Enfield
      Speaking about the performance for the month of May 2025, B Govindarajan, Managing Director, Eicher Motors, and Chief Executive Officer, Royal Enfield, said, “This month, we’ve continued to build on our momentum with steady growth in India and international markets.
      What’s even more exciting is the way our community continues to expand, in spirit and in size. From iconic rides like the Himalayan Odyssey to partnerships with like-minded brands, we’re committed to creating spaces where riders come together to explore, connect, and celebrate the journey. It’s this blend of passion, community and craftsmanship that keeps us moving forward.” More

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      Bajaj Auto Sales Up 8% YoY in May 2025 – Exports Register Double-Digit Growth

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      New Bajaj Pulsar 400Bajaj Auto recorded total sales of 3,84,621 units in May 2025, an 8% YoY Growth, boosted primarily by increased global demand
      Bajaj Auto Limited, a leading two wheeler and CV maker in India, has released their sales results for May 2025. As we break down these sales figures across its 2W and CV segments, we find that the company has recorded a marginal increase in 2W domestic sales while its CV sales suffered a negative impact. Where the company has shown outstanding performance is in global markets.
      Bajaj Auto YoY Sales May 2025
      For the month of May 2025, Bajaj Auto has sold 3,84,621 units. This includes both its 2W and CV sales in domestic and global markets. This was an 8% YoY growth from 3,55,323 unit sales of May 2024. It was also a substantial improvement from a total of 3,65,810 units sold in April 2025.
      Bajaj Auto Sales May 2025
      In the 2W range, the company continued to witness strong demand for its Pulsar lineup, Platina and more specifically for its Chetak range. Sales in domestic markets improved by 2% to 1,91,412 units in May 2025, up from 1,88,340 unit sales in May 2024. Exports surged 20% to 1,40,958 units, which was a dramatic improvement from 1,17,142 units shipped in the same month last year. This took total 2W sales to 3,32,370 units, a 9% YoY growth from 3,05,482 units sold in May 2024.
      Demand for the company’s commercial vehicle lineup dipped by 7% in domestic markets. Sales which had grown to 36,747 units in May 2024 fell to 34,321 units last month. Again it was exports that saw a marked increase by 37% to 17,930 units from 13,094 units on a YoY basis. Boosted by increased exports, total CV sales showed off a 5% YoY growth to 52,251 units from 49,841 units.
      Total 2W + CV sales remained flat at 2,25,733 units in May 2025 from 2,25,087 units in May 2024, a marginal increase of 646 units. Exports, on the other hand, grew by 22% to 1,58,888 units from 1,30,236 units on a YoY basis.
      Bajaj Auto Sales YTD FY 2025/26
      Bajaj Auto YTD Sales May 2025
      On a year to date (YTD) basis, that is taking into account sales during the months of April and May 2025, Bajaj Auto sold a total of 7,50,431 units. This included both 2W and CV sales, both in domestic and global markets. It was a minimal increase from 7,43,579 unit sales experienced in the same two month period of last year.
      A decline was seen in 2W domestic sales by 6% to 3,80,027 units in April-May 2025 from 4,05,290 units sold in the same period of 2024. Exports were up 12% to 2,70,280 units from 2,41,981 units thus taking total 2W sales to 6,50,307 units. CV sales also saw lower domestic demand by 4% to 66,321 units from 68,880 units while exports saw double-digit growth of 23% with 33,803 units shipped in the April-May 2025 period from 27,428 units exported in the same period last year.
      This increased global demand took total CV sales up by 4% to 1,00,124 units from 96,308 units. Total 2W + CV sales in domestic markets showed off a 6% decline to 4,46,348 units while total exports were up 13% to 3,04,083 units. More

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      500cc+ Motorcycle Sales April 2025 – RE 650, Hayabusa, Z900, Ninja

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      Kawasaki Z900The big bike segment in India has seen some major action in the month of April 2025 and May 2025 with Honda launching its product offensive. We saw the launch of CB650R, CBR650R, CB650R E-Clutch, CBR650R E-Clutch, Rebel 500, X-ADV, CB750 Hornet and CB1000 Hornet SP.
      The segment, however, continues to be dominated by Royal Enfield with its affordable 650cc lineup. In the month of April 2025, there were a total of 4,630 units of 500cc+ motorcycles sold in India. This is a 32.13% YoY growth over 3,504 units sold in April 2024Let’s break down the numbers further.
      500cc+ Motorcycle Sales April 2025
      Royal Enfield sold a total of 4,324 650cc bikes in April 2025 where the 650 Twins accounted for 3,127 units, Super Meteor 650 968 units and shotgun 650 229 units. Together, Royal Enfield ruled with an iron fist holding a 93.39% of the market share within the 500cc+ Motorcycle Sales April 2025 charts.
      Next in line is the Kawasaki Z900 which is the best-selling 4-cylinder bike, or any big bike for that matter, after Royal Enfield. Z900 sold 102 units, which is more than double the number when compared to the 50 units sold last year. This gave it a 104% YoY growth with a volume gain of 52 units YoY.
      500cc+ Motorcycle Sales April 2025
      In 5th place, we have the mighty Dhoom Bike, Suzuki Hayabusa, with 64 units sold last month. When compared to the 32 units sold a year ago, Hayabusa’s numbers doubled YoY with 100% growth. 6th and 7th places were held by Kawasaki Versys 1100 and Ninja 1100 SX with 24 units and 15 units sold respectively.
      8th, 9th and 10th places were also held by Kawasaki with its Versys 650 at 13 units, Ninja ZX-10R at 12 units and Ninja 650 at 10 units, respectively. All three registered sales decline. Harley-Davidson Nightster, Triumph Speed Twin 900 and Rocket III all sold 7 units each, with only the Nightster registering positive YoY growth as it is the company’s lightest and most affordable offering.
      Tiger 900 dropped from 59 to 2 units
      Harley-Davidson Sportster S was the only one that sold 5 units in April 2025. Kawasaki Z650 RS, Harley-Davidson Fat Boy 114, Triumph Daytona 660 and Tiger 900 all sold 4 units each, with Tiger 900 facing one of the steepest declines on this list. Kawasaki ZX-6R, Triumph Bonneville T120, Bonneville Bobber and Bonneville Speedmaster all sold 3 units each.
      Selling 2 units each, we have the Kawasaki Z650, Triumph Speed Twin 1200 and Scrambler 1200, taking 23rd, 24th and 25th positions on this list, respectively. At 1 units each, we have Triumph Street Triple, Bonneville T100, Tiger 1200, Speed Triple, Harley-Davidson Fat Bob and Street Glide. There were a few big bikes that registered 0 units in April 2025 too, as seen in the sales charts above. More

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      Ola S1 Z and Gig Deliveries Delayed – Roadster Test Rides Start

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      Ola S1 Z and Gig Deliveries DelayedOla Gig and S1 Z are currently the most affordable Ola electric scooters, starting at Rs 39,999 and Rs 59,999, respectively
      Faced with challenges and increased competition, Ola Electric is looking to streamline operations, improve efficiency and reduce costs. As part of that multi-pronged strategy, Ola has announced there will be a delay in the deliveries of its affordable S1 Z and Gig models. For now, the focus will be on the Roadster electric motorcycle. Let’s analyse these developments in more detail.
      Ola S1 Z and Gig deliveries delayed
      During an investor meeting, Ola Electric founder, Chairman and MD Bhavish Aggarwal said that the company will be delaying the S1 Z, Gig/Gig+. Some of the upcoming new models will also be delayed. These will be introduced at a later date, when the timing is just right in terms of getting the desired response from customers. Bhavish further stated that Ola’s current focus is on the Roadster platform that has spawned the Roadster X, Roadster X Plus, Roadster and Roadster Pro electric motorcycles. Ola Arrowhead is also scheduled for launch this year.
      Ola S1 Z
      As may be recalled, Ola had announced the Gig electric scooter for the B2B segment in November last year. The S1 Z was also announced, positioned as an affordable EV for urban commuters. As per the original plan, deliveries of both the Gig and S1 Z were to commence from April-May 2025. However, this has now been delayed. It is not known when exactly deliveries of these scooters will commence.
      Interestingly, even the deliveries of Roadster motorcycles were delayed. As per the initial plan, deliveries of Roadster motorcycles were to commence from March, later shifted to April. Deliveries for the Roadster motorcycle finally commenced from May 21. Roadster X is the most affordable, starting at Rs 99,999. Next is the Roadster (Rs 1.05 lakh), followed by Roadster X Plus (Rs 1.30 lakh) and Roadster Pro (Rs 2 lakh).
      Ola S1 Z
      Network expansion, improving after-sales service
      Along with introducing new products, Ola Electric is also focusing on expanding its distribution and service network and improving customer service. The company has expanded to a total of 4,000 stores and claims to have reduced turnaround time to 1.1 days.
      Bhavish Aggarwal said that Ola is focusing on increasing production and boosting sales. The company is also actively looking to increase the sales per store. These measures will be continued till the next couple of quarters to ensure the best outcomes, especially for the Roadster motorcycle.
      Ola Gig
      Ola Electric needs a major boost after facing multiple challenges in recent times. As of May 26, Ola had slipped to the third spot in the list of best selling electric scooter brands. Its market share more than halved from 49.2% in May 2024 to 20% in May 2025. TVS Motor currently leads the electric two-wheeler segment, with a market share of 25%. Bajaj is second with a market share of 22.6%.
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      50th Anniversary Honda Gold Wing Tour Launch Price Rs 39.9 L

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      Honda Gold Wing 50th Anniversary Edition50 years! That’s how long Honda’s Gold Wing nameplate has existed in the motorcycling world, catering to continental tourers and globetrotters. This tourer has been an epitome of its genre and to commemorate its 50th anniversary, Honda just launched a special edition variant. It is conveniently called 50th Anniversary Honda Gold Wing Tour. Let’s see what’s new.
      50th Anniversary Honda Gold Wing Tour
      Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has just launched 50th Anniversary Honda Gold Wing Tour in the Asian subcontinent. For the past 50 years, Honda Gold Wing has carved out a name for itself in the luxury touring motorcycle segment and is considered a benchmark in this genre by many.
      Honda Gold Wing 50th Anniversary Edition
      50th Anniversary Honda Gold Wing Tour has been priced at Rs 39.9 lakh (Ex-sh) and it is available with just one colourway called Bordeaux Red Metallic. There is only one powertrain option with this vehicle and it is equipped with a 7-speed DCT automatic gearbox. Bookings have commenced and it will be sold exclusively via Bigwing Topline showrooms. Deliveries will start in June 2025.
      Honda Gold Wing 50th Anniversary Edition
      Setting the 50th Anniversary Edition apart from standard Tour version, we have a special Gold Wing badge with ‘50th Anniversary’ and ‘since 1975’ inscriptions. This proudly screams the rich heritage of Gold Wing nameplate and its importance in motorcycling world. There is a new welcome screen on this version that reads “Since 1975”.
      Honda Gold Wing 50th Anniversary Edition
      Features & Equipment
      Other than these changes, Gold Wing 50th Anniversary Edition remains the same as regular Tour variant. So, it is loaded to the gills with features, creature comforts, technology and equipment. For starters, this tourer gets a 7-inch TFT display with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, audio system with speakers, Bluetooth connectivity, Type-C ports, TPMS and more.
      Honda Gold Wing 50th Anniversary Edition
      Safety features with Honda Gold Wing Tour include dual-channel ABS, Throttle-By-Wire, Traction Control, riding modes (Tour, Sport, Econ and Rain) and even an airbag. To aid comfort, there are heated seats and heated grips, an electronically adjustable windscreen for wind protection, contoured comfort seats and more.
      Honda Gold Wing 50th Anniversary Edition
      Powering this vehicle is the same 1833cc flat 6-cylinder liquid-cooled 4V/cyl engine that is capable of generating around 125 bhp of peak power and 170 Nm of peak torque. 50th Anniversary Honda Gold Wing is offered with a sole DCT gearbox option, which is engineered for seamless acceleration and fatigue-less comfort over long hauls. More

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      150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales April 2025 – Apache, Pulsar, Unicorn, R15

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      New TVS Apache 160 – Akash VermaTVS Apache maintained its lead in this segment with positive sales growth and a 30.62% market share
      Motorcycles in the 150-200cc segment have a stronger market presence as compared to those in the 350-400cc and in +500cc segments. In April 2025, sales in this segment touched 1,49,016 units, a YoY decline of 17.72% from 1,81,106 unit sales of April 2024. This was a 32,090 unit volume decline. MoM sales, on the other hand, improved by 1.23% from 1,47,205 units sold in March 2025. While a few models posted slight gains, the segment as a whole overall faced pressure from reducing demand and fluctuating market preferences.
      150-200cc Motorcycle YoY Sales – April 2025
      While assessing sales figures, it was TVS Apache that took the lead. Sales improved, albeit marginally by 0.25% to 45,633 units in the past month, up 113 units when compared to 45,520 units sold in the same month last year. It was followed by the Bajaj Pulsar with a 21.37% decline to 39,898 units from 50,739 unit sales of April 2024.
      Honda Unicorn saw more positive sales as numbers increased by 0.49% to 26,017 units from 25,889 units. Again into the red went 3 models from Yamaha. There was Yamaha FZ with 13,482 unit sales and Yamaha MT15 of which only 7,025 units were sold last month from 13,359 unit sales of April 2024. Yamaha R15 also suffered a hefty 55.97% loss as sales numbers went down to 4,908 units from 11,146 unit sales seen in the same month last year.
      Severe decline was also witnessed by Honda SP160 of which only 3,539 units were sold last month. This was a 57.15% de-growth from 8,260 units sold in April 2024. KTM 200 also entered the red with 1,979 unit sales last month suffering a 33.66% decline in demand. KTM recently updated the KTM RC 200 with a new TFT colour display, new Metallic Grey colour option also made it comply with stricter OBD-2B emission norms.
      150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales April 2025 – YoY
      It was Hero Xtreme 160R/200 that saw some positive demand with sales up 25.98% to 1,823 units from 1,447 unit sales in the year ago period. Xpulse 200 sales however, declined by 24.69% to 1,455 units while Bajaj Avenger sales dipped by 32.41% to 1,003 units. It was also negative sales for Suzuki Gixxer by 29.47% to 991 units. Honda CB200X (560 units) and Honda Hornet 2.0 (515 units) also reported negative YoY sales. At No. 15 on this list was Kawasaki W175 with an 18.99% YoY growth to 188 units well over 158 unit sales of April 2024.
      150-200cc Motorcycle MoM Sales – April 2025
      Sales of motorcycles in this segment performed somewhat better on a month-on-month (MoM) basis as a 1.23% overall growth was recorded. Sales improved to 1,49,016 units from 1,47,205 unit sales of March 2025. This was 1,811 unit growth in volumes.
      Apache sales were up 3.21% from 44,214 units while Pulsar sales improved by 13.99% from 35,000 units to 39,898 units. Unicorn however, continued in the red with an 11.40% MoM decline. Yamaha FZ also received better attention with 13,482 unit sales up 16.39% over 11,583 units sold in March 2024 while Yamaha MT15 and R15 both suffered double digit de-growth of 22.58% and 25.88% respectively.
      150cc to 200cc Motorcycle Sales April 2025 – MoM
      Honda SP160 witnessed a massive 159.27% MoM growth to 3,539 units from just 1,365 unit sales of the previous month. There was KTM 200 with 23.06% decline to 1,979 units while Hero Xtreme 160R/200 suffered 22.13% lower sales to 1,823 units from 2,341 unit sales of March 2025. Hero Xpulse showed off an 11.58% growth with 1,455 unit sales last month while the Bajaj Avenger sales dipped by 9.88%.
      Recording lower sales was also Suzuki Gixxer (991 units), Honda CB200X (560 units) and Honda Hornet 2.0 (515 units). Kawasaki W175 showed off an 18.24% MoM growth, up to 188 units from 159 unit sales of March 2025. More

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      350cc To 450cc Motorcycle Sales April 2025 – RE 350, Triumph 400, KTM 390

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      Triumph Speed 400This segment continues to show favor to Royal Enfield’s 350cc range with of its models commanding an 82.48% market share
      Following our previous report on motorcycles in the 150cc to 200cc range, we will now evaluate sales in the higher 350cc to 400cc segment. In April 2025, sales in this segment decreased by 0.21%, totaling 83,711 units, compared to 83,886 units sold in April 2024. This represents a slight decline of 175 units in terms of volume.
      350cc To 450cc Motorcycle Sales April 2025
      It was 4 of the Royal Enfield models that continued to dominate this segment. Classic 350 was in the highest order with 26,801 unit sales last month, a 9.80% YoY decline from 29,476 units sold in April 2024. Currently commanding a 32.02% market share, the Classic 350 has long been a hot favorite in this segment.
      At No. 2 was RE Hunter 350 with an 11.88% YoY growth to 18,109 units, up from 16,186 unit sales of April 2024. Royal Enfield’s oldest nameplate, Bullet 350 also witnessed significantly higher sales at 16,489 units, up by 25.25% over 13,165 unit sales seen in the same month last year. The 4th model from the company stables was Meteor which suffered a 24.56% YoY decline to 7,644 units last month. There had been 10,132 unit sales in April 2024.
      Triumph 400 has successfully challenged the stronghold of Royal Enfield, showing a significant increase in sales. Sales went up by 55.62% to 3,461 units, up from 2,224 unit sales of April 2024 relating to a 1,237 unit volume growth. Triumph Motorcycles India recently added to its 400cc lineup with the new Scrambler 400 XC. This adventure motorcycle is currently on sale via all Triumph dealerships in the country.
      350cc to 450cc Motorcycle Sales April 2025
      Lower YoY sales were reported for the Jawa Yezdi by 15.69%. However, these were retail sales which dipped to 2,391 units from 2,836 units on a YoY basis. Next up was Honda CB350 with 1,863 units sold last month, a 29.29% YoY growth from 1,441 unit sales of April 2024.
      RE Himalayan suffered a 41.21% YoY decline with 1,715 unit sales while KTM 390 sales went up by 131.60% to 1,466 units. There were just 633 units of the KTM390 sold in April 2024. RE Guerrilla, a relatively new comer to this segment, added 920 units to total sales.
      Lower down the sales order was the H’Ness 350 with 917 unit sales though it suffered a 49.78% YoY decline. It was followed by Harley Davidson X440 with 657 unit sales also experiencing 43.02% de-growth.
      350cc To 450cc Motorcycle Sales April 2025
      There were 513 units of Pulsar 400 were sold last month while also from the Bajaj stables was the Dominar with 462 unit sales. It suffered a 4.55% YoY decline from 484 unit sales of April 2024. Aprilia Tuono 457 had 143 unit sales while there were 136 units of the Aprilia RS 456 sold last month. Sales remained flat for Ninja /Eliminator/KLX at 13 units and Husqvarna 401 (7 units) and Hero Mavrick (4 units) suffered 94.17% and 99.62% YoY de-growth respectively. More

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      2025 Kawasaki Ninja 300 Launch Price Rs 3.43 L – Updated Colours

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      2025 Kawasaki Ninja 300
      Kawasaki has been updating its portfolio to MY25 versions. This move is to keep the lineup fresh and updated. Some of these updates come with new features, some come with new colourways and some with updated prices. In the case of 2025 Ninja 300, let’s see what Kawasaki is offering.
      2025 Kawasaki Ninja 300
      With 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 300, the company has updated two of its colourways for a fresher look. Updated colourways include Lime Green and Metallic Moondust Grey. While the overall colour template remains the same, Kawasaki has updated them subtly by replacing Red elements with Yellow.
      2025 Ninja 300 Lime Green
      The third colourway offered with 2025 Ninja 300 is Candy Lime Green and it has been carried over as is. Where pricing is concerned, Kawasaki has retained the same sticker price of Rs 3.43 lakh (Ex-sh) and it continues to be offered with the same equipment list along with the same features set as before.
      2025 Ninja 300 Candy Lime Green
      So, the halogen headlights, halogen tail light, halogen turn indicators, semi-digital instrument cluster with limited functionality and the really large and unappealing rear pillion grab rail continue to be on offer. The bike still gets conventional and non-adjustable RSU telescopic forks along with the same 110-section front and 140-section rear tyres.
      2025 Ninja 300 Metallic Moondust Gray
      Specs & Powertrain
      Powertrain is the same too and this 296cc parallel-twin DOHC 4V/cyl liquid-cooled engine is capable of delivering 39 PS of peak power at 11,000 RPM and 26.1 Nm of peak torque at 10,000 RPM. This revv-happy engine is mated to a slip and assist clutch along with a 6-speed gearbox.
      2025 Ninja 300 Lime Green
      Ninja 300 has been one of the most influential motorcycles for Kawasaki in India. Z900 still tops that desirability chart. For the masses, Ninja 300 stood like an aspirational upgrade from their single-cylinder offerings. For a long time, Ninja 300 acted as a stepping stone for anyone who aspired to own a muli-cylinder bike for the first time.
      Also read – Kawasaki Versys-X 300 Launched More