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      Simple One Electric Scooter Name Trademark Filed – Ather 450X Rival

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      File photo.
      Prospective specs of Simple One e-scooter should make it eligible for the benefits under  the revised FAME II policies
      Another electric vehicle startup is on the verge of stepping into the Indian EV scenario. Bengaluru-based Simple Energy has filed a trademark for its first electric scooter which will be named ‘Simple One’. The e-scooter has been in development for over a year and has been internally codenamed Mark2.
      Images of the upcoming e-scooter have been previously shared by the company with its official launch scheduled for August 15, 2021. The electric scooter will be first launched in three cities including Bangalore, Chennai, and Hyderabad followed by other cities across the country in the coming months.
      Simple One electric scooter trademark filed
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      This development was confirmed by the company Founder and CEO, Suhas Rajkumar, through his Twitter handle which says that there will be some “Big News next week!”. The upcoming e-scooter is expected to be priced around Rs 1.10 lakh to Rs 1.20 lakh.
      Starting with its design, it displays a futuristic styling that is complemented by a geometric body design. Mark2 is based on the first e-scooter prototype codenamed Mark1 designed by Simple energy.
      Simple One Electric Scooter Prototype
      Simple One (Mark2) Specs
      Mark2 is powered by a 4.8 kWh lithium-ion battery paired to a midship mounted electric motor. Top speed is pegged at 100kmph. The electric scooter would go from 0-50 kmph in 3.6 seconds.
      The scooter gets three riding modes namely- Eco, Normal and Sports. As previously mentioned, the e-scooter has a claimed range of 240km in Eco mode, which is one of the highest in the Indian two-wheeler EV space. For Normal and Sports modes, the numbers stand at 220 km and 180 km respectively on a single charge.
      These are far better figures than its immediate rivals Ather 450X and Bajaj Chetak which have a claimed range of 116km and 95km on a single charge respectively. Using a fast charger, the battery could be rejuvenated from 0-80 percent within 60 minutes. In Sports mode, this powertrain can develop 9.4 bhp and 72 Nm of peak torque. The e-scooter can attain a top speed of 103 kmph while 0-50 kmph acceleration has been timed at 3.6 seconds.
      Design & Features
      The company has set up its manufacturing facility and R&D centre in Bengaluru. Mass production of the upcoming e-scooter is slated to commence soon. The two-wheeler adopts a futuristic design language which has been designed using French tech giant, Dassault’s development platform. Not just its design, Simple One will be futuristic in its equipment as well. Some of its notable features will include an IP67 rated touchscreen instrument display with in-built navigation, 4G and Bluetooth connectivity and more. More

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      2022 Kawasaki Z125 Pro Launched In The US At USD 3.3k (Rs 2.45 L)

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      2022 Kawasaki Z125 PRO
      2022 Kawasaki Z125 is aimed at entry-level young riders as a learner’s motorcycle
      Kawasaki has launched the 2022 Z125 Pro in USA at a price of USD 3,299 which is equivalent to INR 2.45 lakh. The mini moto is a direct rival to Honda Grom 125 and will serve as an entry-level model to the Japanese bikemaker’s Z range of naked motorcycles. It is unlikely to launch in India anytime soon.
      The new model comes with a fair share of updates, most of which are cosmetic in nature. That said, the overall design of the mini bike is retained with an aggressive streetfighter styling masked under its miniature size. It gets a standard halogen headlight that looks sporty at the outset.
      Styling & Features
      The aggressive styling is compounded by the motorcycle’s distinctive fuel tank shrouds and sharp lower cowl. While we are not sure if this one is small enough to be categorised as a ‘Monkey’, its diminutive size is enough to stress out the muscles of taller riders if they rode one for a long duration.
      Some other styling highlights include golden coloured front forks, an LED taillight, an underbelly exhaust, an underbelly pan, designer alloy wheels and a single-piece saddle with a strap in the middle. The latest iteration of Z125 is available in three colour options including Metallic Flat Spark Black, Pearl Shining Yellow and a dual-tone Pearl Robotic White/Candy Plasma Blue.
      2022 Kawasaki Z125 PRO
      What enhances its sporty appeal are the funky body graphics on tank shrouds. In terms of features, it gets a semi-digital instrument with a digital LCD screen and an analogue tachometer with an integrated fuel gauge and gear position indicator.
      Mechanical Specs
      2022 Kawasaki Z125 Pro derives its energy from a 125cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine which generates 14.5 bhp and 9.62 Nm of peak torque. This motor is paired with a 4-speed gearbox.
      Suspension duties are handled by telescopic forks at front and an adjustable mono-shock at rear. Anchorage is carried out by petal-shaped disc brakes of 200mm and 184mm rotors at front and rear respectively. Unfortunately, there is no ABS to assist the disc brakes.
      Honda Grom Specs
      In comparison to Z125 Pro, the recently updated Honda Grom is powered by a 9.57 bhp and 10.9 Nm of peak torque. The mini moto is coupled with a 4-speed gearbox. Riding on 12-inch wheels, the bike is supported by 31mm USD forks and a rear monoshock. Braking duties are handled by 220mm and 190mm disc brakes at the front and rear, respectively. More

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      Revolt Launches VOLT Tracking Feature For Electric Motorcycle Buyers

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      File photo.Revolt RV300 and RV400 has no direct rival as of now – Will soon compete with the upcoming Ultraviolette F77 and Okinawa Cruiser in India
      Electric two-wheeler startup Revolt Motors has decided to expand its footprint in the country by extending its products and services to many new cities in the near future. Revolt currently has two electric bike offerings in India- RV300 and RV400 which are available for sale in different places including Delhi, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore and Ahmedabad.
      One problem for those who decide to buy a Revolt motorcycle, is booking a Revolt electric motorcycle. Due to huge demand, Revolt electric motorcycle bookings are closed for most of the time. The company is trying hard to increase production and streamline deliveries across all cities where they are currently present.
      Revolt Launches VOLT
      For those who managed to book Revolt motorcycle, they too have been complaining on social media as they are not getting any clear answer from the company or from the dealer regarding the delivery timeline. To sort this issue, Revolt has announced the launch of a new feature called VOLT.
      “VOLT – Vehicle OnLine Tracking system is for its customers who have booked Revolt ebikes. The company is working at a feverish pace to expand the production capacities in order to fulfil the robust demand the company is witnessing. In the same direction, in order to give complete visibility of the delivery of bikes to it customers, company has launched VOLT system which enables the customer to track the status of their bike right from booking to production stages till the delivery of their bikes.”
      Revolt Motorcycle Delivery – Ahmedabad
      Price & Subscription Models
      Recently, the company has announced a price cut, thanks to the amendments in the FAME-II policy. Prices were slashed to Rs 91k. This resulted in the Revolt generating bookings worth Rs 50 crore in just 2 hours.
      In addition to this, price of Revolt was further slashed in Gujarat as the state govt announced further savings in addition to the FAME-II policy. Savings on buying electric motorcycle from Revolt, now stand at up to Rs 68k in Gujarat.
      Revolt Motors also offers RV300 and RV400 in monthly subscription options. For RV300, a user has the option to choose from monthly instalments of either Rs 3,174 (36-month plan) or Rs 4,383 (24-month plan). In case of RV400, a user can opt for either Rs 4,399 (36-month plan) or Rs 6,075 (24-month plan). Subscription plans include additional benefits as well.
      The range of benefits for RV400 range from 2 years insurance, 5 years third party insurance, 3-year unlimited maintenance and 1 tyre replacement. In case of RV300, it includes 3 perks:- 1-year insurance, 5 years third party insurance and 3-year unlimited maintenance. More

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      Two Wheeler Sales June 2021 – Hero, Honda, Bajaj, TVS, Royal Enfield

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      New Bajaj PulsarHero MotoCorp topped the charts with 4.38 lakh units sold in the past month followed by Bajaj Auto Limited with YoY sales growth of 6.10 percent
      Two wheeler sales in India are on the increase, albeit marginally. The segment has noted that while buyers still remain cautious, the prospect of a normal monsoon, increased rural sentiments and the upcoming festive season has added some impetus in terms of sales.
      Taking the leading 5 two wheeler makers in India, Hero, Bajaj, TVS, Honda and Enfield, total domestic sales stood at 9,87,828 units in June 21. Up 2.71 percent from 9,61,748 units sold in June 20. Among these 5 leading two wheeler makers, it was only Royal Enfield that posted de-growth.
      Two Wheeler Domestic Sales June 21
      Hero MotoCorp topped the sales list with a 44.39 percent share in June 21 and sales to the tune of 4,38,514 units. This was a growth of 1.77 percent over 4,30,889 units sold in June 20. Through the month, the Hero Splendor and HF Deluxe continued to draw the attention of buyers. Sales in June 21 were significantly higher as compared to that of May 21 when 1,59,561 units had been sold
      Honda Two Wheeler domestic sales in the past month increased the most among its other contenders at 4.74 percent to 2,12,446 units, up from 2,02,837 units sold in June 20. The company currently holds a 21.51 percent share higher than that held by both Bajaj Auto and TVS Motor Co. Honda two wheeler domestic sales saw a surge of 448.06 percent MoM as against 38,763 units sold in May 21.
      Two Wheeler Sales June 2021
      At No. 3 was Bajaj Auto Limited with a 6.10 percent YoY growth. Sales which had stood at 1,46,695 units in June 20, increased by 8,945 units to 1,55,640 units in the past month. Currently holding a share of 15.76 percent in its segment, Bajaj Auto saw its domestic sales almost on par with its export figures. Bajaj Auto too has noted a marked increase in MoM sales as against 60,342 units sold in May 21, up 157.93 percent.
      TVS Motor Co was in the 4th spot with sales of 1,45,413 units in June 21, up 0.41 percent over 1,44,817 units sold in June 20. TVS iQube has just been launched in Pune. It comes in at an affordable pricing of Rs 1,10,898 following the recent FAME II updates and state subsidy to compete on a war footing with rivals Bajaj Chetak and Ather electric scooters which are priced higher at around Rs 1.42 lakh. MoM sales of TVS Motor increased 179.19 percent as against 52,084 units sold in May 21.
      The only two wheeler manufacturer on the list to post negative domestic sales was Royal Enfield. Sales in June 21 dipped 1.90 percent to 35,815 units, from 36,510 units sold in June 20. MoM sales however, improved 78.42 percent from 20,073 sold in the previous month.
      Two Wheeler Exports June 2021
      Two Wheeler Exports June 21
      In export markets, two wheeler sales performed better in YoY bases while MoM sales dipped 10.69 percent. Total exports of these leading bike makers stood at 2,97,079 units in the past month, up 60.26 percent over 1,85,377 units exported in June 20. MoM exports dipped 10.69 percent from 3,32,653 units exported in May 21.
      Here it was Bajaj Auto that claimed a top spot with 1,54,938 units exported last month, up from 1,08,427 units shipped in June 20. MoM sales however, dipped 14.02 percent as exports had stood at 1,80,212 units in May 21. TVS, Honda and Enfield also noted significant increase in YoY exports while Hero exports dipped 2.12 percent. Honda and Royal Enfield were the only two bike makers to post MoM increase in exports More

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      2021 Suzuki Hayabusa 2nd Batch Of 100 Units Sold Out In Record 1 Hour

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      Image – KARAN SEHGALThe new-gen Suzuki Hayabusa was launched in India in April 2021 and carries a sticker price of Rs 16.40 lakh (ex-showroom)
      Suzuki has already tasted success with the new generation Hayabusa in India as the first batch was sold out within a couple of days of its launch. The same was expected to happen when the second batch of the supersport bike went.
      The Japanese brand had announced that bookings for the second batch of Hayabusa commence from 10 am on July 1, 2021. Surprisingly, the second batch went off the shelf even faster. Yes, new gen Hayabusa bookings have been closed once again as the entire batch has been sold out in under 1 hour.
      Price & Availability
      Like the first batch, in which only 101 units were on sale, in the second batch too, similar number was available for online reservation. Only 100 units were on offer in the 2nd batch. Interested buyers could book a new Hayabusa by visiting the company’s official India website and register their bookings against a token amount of Rs 1.00 lakh. The motorcycle currently retails at a price of Rs 16.40 lakh (ex-showroom).
      Enthusiasts and prospective buyers have been waiting ardently for over two months for the second batch of the monster superbike. Hopefully all who were waiting got to book the bike or else will now have to wait for 3rd batch Hayabusa bookings to open.
      2021 Suzuki Hayabusa
      Deliveries of 2nd batch Hayabusa motorcycles are expected to commence in the next few weeks. It is, however, difficult to comprehend if the next batch of Hayabusa has indeed arrived in India or not. Compared to its localised predecessor, the new-gen Hayabusa costs around Rs. 2.70 lakh which is brought as a full import under the CBU route.
      Conditions & Accessories package
      One must note that an amount of Rs 25,000 might be deducted from the booking amount in case if the information submitted mismatches or if a buyer selects a wrong colour scheme. The remaining sum will be refunded. Unlike the first batch of the new Hayabusa where a rear seat cowl was offered as a complementary unit, the customers have to pay for a rear seat cowl along with other optional accessories. Other optional add-ons from the bike’s accessories package include front axle slider, fuel tank pad, rim stickers, rearview mirror covers, touring windscreen and luggage hook.
      Engine Specs & Features
      The new-gen Hayabusa is powered by a 1340cc in-line 4-cylinder engine which complies with the updated Euro-5/BS6 emission norms. This unit pumps out 187 bhp at 9700rpm and 150 Nm of peak torque at 7000rpm and is paired with a 6-speed gearbox accompanied by a bi-directional quick-shifter. Although this motor is 10 bhp less powerful and 5 Nm less torquey than its previous iteration, the new ‘Busa’ is quicker thanks to a tweaked ECU and a lighter engine block.
      Further, the new Hayabusa gets a bunch of new rider-assist electronic aids that fall under SIRS (Suzuki Intelligent Ride System). This offers a plethora of rider aids such as multiple ride modes, launch control, cruise control, engine brake control, traction control, power mode selector, anti-lift control system and more. It also receives cornering ABS and a 6-axis IMU. More

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      Ola Electric Scooter Launch This Month – To Rival Bajaj Chetak, TVS iQube, Ather

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      New Ola Electric Scooter For IndiaOla had signed an MoU with the Tamil Nadu government worth Rs 2,400 crore for the upcoming EV manufacturing plant in December 2020
      Ola Group Chairman & CEO, Bhavish Aggarwal, recently revealed the brand’s first electric scooter in its final production form as he took it for a spin on Bangalore streets. The eco-friendly scooter is likely to be officially launched in a couple of weeks, maybe by the end of this month.
      As mentioned previously, the upcoming e-scooter from Ola will be based on Etergo Appscooter and will borrow most of its design elements from the latter. The ride-hailing platform acquired Netherlands-based Etergo BV in May last year and created its own electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing arm called Ola Electric.
      The e-scooter has been spotted testing on multiple occasions in the past few months and Ola claims that it will offer class-leading speed, performance and range. However, Ola has not released any specific details about the e-scooter’s technical specifications yet.
      It is also expected to borrow most of its features from its Dutch twin including alloy wheels, spacious under-seat storage, removable Lithium-ion battery, digital instrument console, cloud connectivity and more. Apart from offering best in class features, expect the Ola scooter to also offer best in class range.
      Ola Electric Scooter
      Largest EV Manufacturing Facility
      Ola is constructing a state-of-art manufacturing facility in Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu which is slated to be the largest two-wheeler factory when completed. In its full operational capability, this plant will have a production capacity of 2 million electric two-wheelers per annum and would generate around 10,000 jobs.
      The facility will comply with Industry 4.0 norms and in full capacity, will be capable of producing a scooter every two seconds. As per a recent update, Phase 1 of the manufacturing plant is nearing completion and production is expected to kick start soon.
      What remains uncertain is whether the first batch of the upcoming e-scooter will be imported or locally assembled models. According to earlier reports, the first batch of electric two-wheelers will be directly imported from Etergo’s Amsterdam-based facility. More details are expected to surface at the time of its official launch.
      Hypercharging Network & Price
      The shared mobility startup is also looking to build a wide network of Hypercharging stations and battery swapping facilities to address the range issue of all upcoming electric two-wheelers. After introduction of the revised FAME II policies recently, Ola is expected to keep the price of its e-scooter very competitive. Upon its launch, Ola e-scooter will rival the likes of Ather 450X, Bajaj Chetak and TVS iQube among others. More

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      Yamaha R15, MT15 Price Hike July 2021 – To Get Bluetooth Update Soon

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      Image – Automobile Info OnlyYamaha R15 V3 is now costlier by 2.5k, and MT15 by upto 5k depending on variant
      With the start of Q2 FY22, a range of auto manufacturers have revised the price list of products. While the quantum of price revision varies depending on product, this isn’t the first price hike this fiscal. Most manufacturers carried out a similar exercise at the start of April 2021. By and large, price hikes are attributed to increase in input costs.
      While Yamaha MT15 price hike three months earlier hovered at around a grand across variants, the price hike now is visibly higher. A listed price of Rs 1,45,900 means variants are now costlier by about Rs 4,000 – Rs 5,000. Prices three months earlier were listed between Rs 1,40,900 – Rs 1,41,900. Once Yamaha India launches MT15 with dual channel ABS, expect that variant to command a pricier tag.
      Yamaha R15 and MT 15 Prices – July 2021 vs April 2021
      Yamaha is also getting ready to launch bluetooth equipped variants of R15 and MT15. The same feature has already been launched in the FZ range, called Yamaha Connect X. It will allow riders to answer back calls, riding history, parking record, locate my bike, hazard as well as allow e-lock – all via smartphone app.
      Price hike in Q2 FY22
      Yamaha YZF R15 V3 variants are now costlier by 2.5k. In the previous quarter, R15 variants were made costlier by 1.5k. Thunder Grey and metallic variants now cost Rs 1,54,600, Racing Blue costs Rs 1,55,700, and Dark Knight is available at a price of Rs 1,56,700. Both, R15 and MT15 are also expected to feature bluetooth connectivity soon.
      Yamaha R15 and MT 15 Prices – July 2021 vs Dec 2020
      Yamaha India has not yet released June 2021 sales. However, the quarter ended June has been a trying period for manufacturers. Given the grip the current wave of Covid-19 pandemic on the economy, and resulting business limitations, Yamaha India cumulative domestic wholesales For April and May 2021 was just shy of 46k units. Given that India was under complete lockdown for much of the comparable quarter in 2021, no meaningful YoY comparison can be made.
      Yamaha FZ range
      Based on current medical advisories that are closely dependent on recovery rate, states are individually drafting partial lockdowns. Given necessary preparations being made for a consequent Covid-19 wave, businesses can only hope to inch towards full functionality under much caution.
      A fortnight earlier, the manufacturer launched FZ-X, an entry level retro bike in the 150cc segment. Yamaha already has a winner in its FZ range, an important volume product in the domestic, and export markets. Given that India offers great opportunities in the small cc mass market, strengthening its current lineup is an expected move.
      Furthermore, since volumes have contracted across the market, it’s necessary for manufacturers to build on market share. Following market contraction in the last fiscal, Q1 performance hasn’t been uplifting for the Indian auto industry. More

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      2021 BMW G310R, G310GS Gets New Black Colour Option

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      2021 BMW G310R – New Black ColourEngine, features and other specs are the same as earlier for both motorcycles
      As part of its strategy to refresh its portfolio, BMW Motorrad USA has introduced new colour options for several of its motorcycles. The latest colour updates have been announced for G310R and G310GS, which are the smallest capacity bikes in the company’s portfolio. It is possible that the new colour options could be introduced in the Indian market as well.
      BMW G310R colour updates
      Colour options for existing G310R include Polar White, Style Sport and Cosmic Black. Polar White has been discontinued and in its place, a new Style Passion Vibrant Kyanite Blue Metallic shade has been added. This new colour theme utilizes a total of four distinctive colours, red, blue, white and black. There’s a fifth colour element as well in the form of gold anodized inverted front forks.
      Vibrant Kyanite Blue Metallic shade looks absolutely stunning to say the least. This will surely appeal to folks who like to flaunt their rides. However, for people with sober tastes, this colour scheme may be a bit too glaring.
      This colour theme utilizes red paint on the frame and alloy wheels. White, red and blue shades can be seen on the fuel tank, side panels, front fender, headlight cowl and seat cowl. The rest of the bike carries the black shade including the engine.
      2021 BMW G310R – New Colour
      Talking about Cosmic Black, the colour now comes in a darker shade. It gets a simple name change as ‘Cosmic Black 2’. It is essentially an all-black colour theme. The only contrasting elements are the white coloured rear suspension spring, metallic exhaust heat shield, and golden inverted forks.
      The third colour option Style Sport Limestone Metallic has been retained. This theme utilizes a combo of three prominent colours – red, black and white.
      BMW G310GS colour updates
      Here too, the earlier Cosmic Black shade has been replaced by Style Triple Black Cosmic Black 2 paintwork. The other two shades, Rallye Style Kyanite Blue paintwork and Polar White, have been retained as is.
      2021 BMW G310GS – New Black Colour
      In other updates, the 40th Years of GS Edition has been discontinued. This is a special edition that is offered with several BMW motorcycles including G310GS. This edition utilizes a black-yellow look, nicknamed ‘Bumblebee’.
      BMW G310R and G310GS get their power from a 313cc single cylinder, water cooled motor. It is capable of generating 34 hp of max power at 9,250 rpm and 28 Nm of peak torque at 7,500 rpm. It is mated to a constant mesh 6-speed gearbox. More