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      KTM Duke 125, 200, 250, 390 ADV, RC And Husqvarna – July 2021 Prices

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      Image – AUTOHOLIC MANISHKTM and Husqvarna have released fresh prices of their models which have been in effect since July 1, 2021
      A fresh bout of price hike has been kickstarted by automotive brands in India. Bajaj Auto’s alliance partner KTM has hiked prices for all models under its own brand and Husqvarna brand by a considerable amount. The latest price revision is the third instance this year and certainly not going to be the last.
      The hike in prices is attributed to rising input costs caused due to high inflation of the market. This might affect the prospects of new consumers wanting to own a new automobile. Meanwhile, the latest price hike from KTM and Husqvarna ranges from Rs 2,022 to Rs 11,685. Other than revision of prices, there is no update on any motorcycle on any level. Latest price hike is upto a staggering 6.36%.
      KTM 125, 200 Range
      The KTM range starts with Duke 125 now priced at Rs 1.70 lakh as opposed to Rs 1.60 lakh after a hike of Rs 10,196. RC 125 is up next, whose price has been increased by Rs 10,324 and now offered at Rs 1,80,538. Prior to this update, the entry-level sportbike was offered at Rs 1,70,214.
      These two are among the best selling KTMs in India and now come with the highest price hike among the KTM India range. Both motorcycles share the same underpinnings and are powered by a 125cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine which delivers 14.5 bhp at 9250rpm and 12 Nm of peak torque at 8000rpm.
      KTM and Husqvarna Prices July 2021 vs Last Price Hike In April 2021
      Duke 200 has witnessed the least hike in the form of Rs 2,278 and is now priced at Rs 1,85,606 as opposed to Rs 1,83,328 previously. RC200 can now be had at Rs 2,08,602 instead of Rs 2,06,349 after a price increment of Rs 2,253. Both motorcycles are powered by a 200cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine which churns out 25.83 bhp at 10,000rpm and 19.5 Nm of torque at 8000rpm.
      KTM and Husqvarna Prices July 2021 vs Nov 2020. This is the 5th price hike since Nov 2020.
      KTM 250, 390 Range
      KTM will now offer Duke 250 at a price of Rs 2,28,736 after a hike of Rs 7,104. Earlier it was priced at Rs 2,21,632. Duke 250 is the only bike in the KTM range which hasn’t received any substantial price hike and only received a hike of Rs 256 due to an increase in freight charges. It continues to be priced at Rs. 2.55 lakh. Both models are propelled 249cc 4-valve DOHC engine which develops 30 bhp at 9000 rpm and a peak torque of 24 Nm at 7500rpm.
      390 Series of KTM comprises three models- Duke 390, RC 390 and Adventure 390. All have received a similar hike of around Rs 11,600 and are now priced at Rs 2,87,545, Rs 2,77,515 and Rs 3,28,286 respectively. All of them feature the same 373cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine which pushes out 43.5 bhp at 9000rpm and 37 Nm of torque at 7000 rpm.
      Husqvarna Range
      There are only two models retailed under the Husqvarna brand in India- Svartpilen 250 and Vitpilen 250. They are currently priced at Rs 2,10,650 and Rs 2,10,022 respectively after a hike of Rs 11,908. Both Swedish models feature the same 249cc liquid-cooled engine they share with their Austrian cousins. All prices mentioned are ex-showroom. More

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      2021 Benda BD300 Cruiser Debuts – Honda Rebel, Royal Enfield Rival

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      2021 Benda BD300 CruiserThe new iteration of the BD300 cruiser from Benda is a more comfortable option than the standard variant
      Benda is one of the very few Chinese automakers which is lauded for its authentic designs. Alongside the new LFC700, the company has also presented a new variant of its entry-level 300cc cruiser. The company has officially unveiled Greystone BD300-16 which is a slightly more premium variant of the current Jinjira BD300-15
      To be clear, Greystone is not a successor to Jinjira as both will be sold alongside each other under the BD300 lineup. The new variant gets some design updates over its predecessor which makes it a more comfortable touring option. Test mules of the motorcycle have been previously spotted in China.
      Design Updates
      The first major update on the new BD300 variant is a split-type exhaust setup with pipes and mufflers on both sides of the motorcycle. In Jinjira, the cruiser also gets a twin exhaust setup but stacked on one side of the bike.
      Design of the fuel tank, fenders and alloy wheels have also been revised. There have been plenty of subtle tweaks made to improve the ergonomics. For starters, instead of a flat dragster-style handlebar on Jinjira, Greystone gets a taller conventional cruiser-like handlebar.
      2021 Benda BD300 Cruiser
      Ergonomics Updates
      The raised handlebar provides a taller stance and better reach to the rider making it more comfortable in longer journeys. Even footpegs have been made wider. The new BD300-16 gets a new split-style seat which is comfier for both the rider and pillion. The new alloy wheels wear a fatter 130-section rubber at front instead of the 120-section unit offered in Jinjira.
      2021 Benda BD300 Cruiser
      Also, Greystone rides on a 16-inch rear wheel wrapped in 150-section of rubber instead of a 15-inch unit on the standard model. The tyres in the new variant seem to be Michelin Scorcher units as opposed to Timsun tyres in the older model. Features such as an all-LED lighting setup, a TFT instrument console and disc brakes with dual-channel ABS have been retained on the equipment list of Greystone.
      Engine Specs
      Its engine configuration remains identical with the same 298cc V-twin liquid-cooled motor powering the cruiser. This unit kicks out 30 bhp at 8,500rpm and a peak torque 25.3Nm at 7,000rpm via a belt drive. While this engine is coupled with the same 6-speed gearbox, it now benefits from a slipper clutch. Jinjira BD300-15 carries a sticker price of CNY 19,880 which is roughly INR 2.29 lakh. Expect the new variant to command a premium of roughly INR 10,000.
      In Europe, BD300 will rival Honda Rebel 300 and the range of Royal Enfield motorcycles on offer in Europe – from Meteor 350, Classic 350 to Classic 500 and 650 Twins. It will also rival the upcoming Qianjiang  SRV 300. It is highly unlikely to make its way to Indian shores. More

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      BMW G310R Modified Into A Custom Bike Called Road Rumbler

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      BMW G 310 R Modified Custom Bike By K-Speed
      K-Speed is known to build custom bikes with small engine displacements for instance a chunky Honda Grom and a CT125 Combat
      BMW G310R is considered a very attractive motorcycle even in its stock form. The naked streetfighter sure manages to grab eyeballs whenever it zooms past people in close proximity. A custom-built version of the street naked motorcycle has surfaced on the internet which has been developed by K-Speed Customs.
      Christened as ‘Road Rumbler’, this ultra naked iteration of G310R sees most of its body panels stripped down to adopt a minimalism design approach. In its modified form, the bike appears to be a rally racer with a hint of masculine machismo. While many would feel it is a little too overcooked, it actually is very functional.
      Modified Design
      For starters, K-Speed has used a different theme for BMW’s M-Sport colour scheme on the bike’s fuel tank, rear fender and belly pan giving it a nice contrast with white paint. The white paint has also been applied to the alloy wheels with a powder-coated finish as well as the rear mono-shock unit. As mentioned, all side panels have been removed while front and rear fenders have been chopped off with only a small part remaining attached.
      The sculpted tail section incorporates a unique-looking under-seat exhaust muffler and the single-piece saddle is good enough to hold only the rider. The front fender gives it an ADV-like appearance with a narrow beak.
      BMW G 310 R Modified Custom Bike
      Moreover, the stock headlamp has been replaced by a small but retro-looking LED aftermarket unit along with two tiny LED front turn indicators that lend a hint of retro appeal. Additionally, the conventional rearview mirrors have been ditched for round, bar-end black mirrors.
      Mechanical Updates
      Despite the radical change in its appearance, the Road Rumbler looks uncluttered and simple. Further, new chunky tyres have been wrapped around the wheels which makes it a decent soft-roader.
      The workshop has done away with golden coloured USD forks at front and replaced them with black coloured units which match the bike’s overall theme. Overall, this G310R has made a transition from a naked streetfighter to a neo-retro scrambler with hints of a rally adventure bike.
      There is no mention of any modifications to its powertrain. So it is safe to assume that it is propelled by the same 313cc water-cooled reverse-inclined single-cylinder motor in this custom form. This engine delivers an output of 34 bhp and 28 Nm of peak torque while being paired to a six-speed transmission. More

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      Honda Scooter, Motorcycle Sales June 2021 – Activa, Dio, CB Shine, Unicorn

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      Image – imboby222Honda sold 2,12,446 units in domestic markets and exported 21,583 units in the past month
      Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has released their sales report for June 2021. While domestic sales increased significantly, it was export figures that saw a considerable jump. The company posted 11 percent YoY growth to 2,34,029 units sold in the past month, up from 2,10,879 units sold in June 20.
      Post the 2nd wave period of the COVID-19 pandemic, almost 95 percent of HMSI dealerships have opened across various states where in lockdown was announced by the respective State Governments. Rural sales took a leap on account of the prediction of a favourable monsoon while there has been a general surge in customer walk-ins and inquiries. The company is also scaling up operations across its four plants to meet demands.
      Domestic Sales and Export Growth
      Honda two wheeler sales in domestic markets stood at 2,12,446 units in June 21 as against 2,02,837 units sold in June 20. Exports on the other hand increased to 21,583 units in the past month, up from just 8,042 units exported in June 20. The two-wheeler manufacturer had sold a total of 58,168 units in May 21, of which 38,763 units were sold in the domestic market and 19,405 units globally.
      HMSI’s current vehicle lineup consists of the Activa, Dio, Grazia, Hornet 2.0, xBlade, Livo, Unicorn, Shine, SP 125, and CD 110. The recently launched GoldWing, CB500 X, CB650 R, CBR650 R, CB1000 R, CBR1000RR-R Fireblade, H’ness CB350 and CB350 RS are retailed via the company’s exclusive BigWing outlets.
      Honda Two Wheeler Sales June 2021
      Honda has announced a price hike across its motorcycle and scooter lineup set to come into effect on July 3, 2021. The price hike will be upto Rs 2,000 and the company cites rising raw material costs and escalating fuel prices as reasons for this increase in prices, a percentage of which is being passed on to the customer.
      HMSI Highlights of June 2021
      Over the past month, HMSI has been busy with a host of initiatives. The company unveiled the 2021 Gold Wing Tour in two variants of Dual Clutch Transmission DCT with airbag and Manual Transmission with the first lot being booked in 24 hours of opening bookings. Honda Gold Wing Tour with manual transmission variant is priced at Rs 37,20,342 while the DCT model carries a price tag of Rs 39,16,055 (ex-showroom India).
      HMSI also expanded its BigWing dealerships with new setups in cities of Delhi, Kolkata, Dehradun, Patiala and Mumbai. The company also undertook Road Safety initiative in honour of the 2nd anniversary of Children’s Traffic Training Park in Trichy.
      The company has educated over 78,000 children in the city and imparted knowledge on Road Safety to 800 students and teachers in Sonipat. Along with this, HMSI’s CSR arm, Honda India Foundation, set up COVID care centers in Naurangpur, Haryana and Tapukara, Rajasthan with 100 beds and 50 beds respectively. More

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      Hero MotoCorp Sales June 2021 – Splendor, Passion, Xpulse, Maestro

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      Image – Hyper RiderThe company has reported growth of 3.8% to 469,160 units in June 2021, as against 451,983 units sold in June 2020
      Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer by volume, has released their sales report for June 21, in comparison to that of June 20 and Year-to-Date sales for FY22 as against that of FY21. On both counts, the company has seen very encouraging growth despite the ongoing pandemic situation in the country. The company has also tackled the shortage of parts and movement of logistics efficiently to gain customer confidence.
      Hero MotoCorp YoY Sales Growth
      A detailed breakup of motorcycle and scooter sales, both in terms of domestic sales and exports have been considerable YoY growth. However, this is not an equitable comparison as in the last year, the fear of the pandemic and its rapid increase across all states was witnessed.
      In June 2021, motorcycle sales stood at 4,41,536 units, up 5.6 percent from 4,18,141 units retailed in June 20. Best sellers include Splendor, HF Deluxe, Passion in the entry segment. While Xtreme and Xpulse range also posted decent sales. Scooter sales dipped marginally and were at 27,624 units in the past month, as against 33,842 units sold in June 20. Hero scooter range includes Destini, Maestro, Pleasure.
      This took total sales to 4,69,160 units in June 21 over sales of 4,51,983 units in June 20. Of this, 4,38,514 units were sold in domestic markets in the past month, a marginal increase over 4,30,889 units sold in June 20. Exports on the other hand noted a better performance with shipments to the tune of 30,646 units last month as compared to 21,094 units shipped in June 20.The company had reported total sales of 1,83,021 units in May 21 out of which domestic sales stood at 1,59,538 units and exports at 23,483 units.
      Hero MotoCorp Sales June 2021
      Year to Date Sales
      Year to date sales have doubled. It stood at 10,24,507 units of motorcycles and scooters sold in the first quarter of this fiscal as against 5,64,665 units sold in the same period of the previous year. Motorcycle sales were at 9,59,589 units in the first three months of the ongoing fiscal year, up from 5,24,179 sold in Q1 FY21 while scooter sales were at 64,918 units and 40,486 units respectively.
      Year to date domestic sales surged to 9,40,707 units over 5,39,737 units sold in the corresponding quarter of last year, relating to a 74 percent increase in sales. Exports escalated to 83,800 in Q1FY22 over 24,928 units sold in Q1 FY21.
      Strict safety measures are being followed by the company even as the vaccination drive goes full steam ahead and around 92% of the entire workforce of Hero MotoCorp having received their first vaccine dose. The compliance to guidelines laid down by State and Central Governments are being followed with sanitization of plant and dealerships and social distancing being a new norm.
      Automakers in India expect to see an increase in sales over the months ahead. The ongoing vaccination drive that has gathered steam, predictions of a favourable monsoon, revival of buyer sentiments, the upcoming festive season and the urgent need for personal mobility could all translate to better sales. More

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      Ola Electric Scooter Taken For A Spin In Bangalore By CEO – First Look Video

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      Ola Electric ScooterBesides electric scooters, Ola is also planning to develop electric rickshaws for the Indian market
      Shared mobility major Ola, who owns an electric mobility manufacturer Ola Electric, is scouting for sites across India and Europe to build a network of charging stations. The company is slated to launch its first electric scooter in India in the coming weeks.
      The Bengaluru-based startup is currently busy setting up its state of the art e-scooter manufacturing facility. Ola will invest Rs 2400 crore to build this facility and this will lead to creation of 10,000 jobs. As per latest update, first phase of construction is nearing completion.
      Ola Electric Scooter Teaser Video
      Ola has now released a new video, which shows Ola Chairman and Group CEO Bhavish Aggarwal taking the electric scooter for a spin on a recent Sunday morning in Bangalore. “The Ola Scooter is a leap-frog product, packed with several industry leading innovations including the motor, the battery, the vehicle computer, and several other advanced features through innovative software – all designed by Ola.
      “It was such a pleasure taking the Ola Scooter out for a spin and putting it through its paces. Its speed, range, maneuverability, ride & handling, and of course its design, and the incredible technology we’ve packed into this – all make it a game changing vehicle and a beauty to drive. I look forward to bringing this to our customers soon! ” said Bhavish Aggarwal, Chairman and Group CEO, Ola
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      Ola App Scooter Details
      The Ola vehicle engineering team has been testing the Ola Scooter extensively for the last few months, where the Scooter has returned best-in-class range, speed and performance.
      The Ola Scooter will be made in India for the world at the Ola Futurefactory which is coming up at record pace in Tamil Nadu India on a 500 acres site. Its first phase is nearing completion and when fully built next year, at 10 million (1 crore) a year capacity, it will be the world’s largest two-wheeler factory.
      Charging Network
      Ola is looking for 50 sites in India and several such key locations in Europe to build a global network of charging infrastructure. The stations will be strategically located so that Ola’s customers may utilise them to charge their e-scooters quickly and conveniently.
      Reports also state that these e-scooters from Ola will feature swappable batteries and the availability of a wide charging network can address many issues related to battery recharging. Expect Ola to launch the electric scooter in a price range of about Rs 1 lakh. More

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      2021 Bajaj Pulsar 250 NS Teased As Newest Street Machine?

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      Image for reference. Credit – Surmek
      Bajaj is expected to launch the new Pulsar 250 in the festive season later this year competing against other quarter-litre roadsters
      Bajaj is developing a new 250cc iteration of Pulsar. This motorcycle could actually become a reality sooner than expected, as the homegrown brand has teased an upcoming motorcycle on its social media platform. It is likely that this could be the upcoming quarter-litre Pulsar.
      The latest post uploaded by Bajaj shows an image of a motorcycle hidden behind a flurry of smoke with a caption that read, “Can you guess the newest street machine?”. This could also be a marketing gimmick from the bikemaker and could easily be the latest entrant to the Pulsar family- NS125. The black alloy wheels with white rim stickers along with white accents on engine guard back this claim.
      Pulsar 250- Expected Design & Features
      Previously, a testing prototype spotted was the naked roadster version of Pulsar 250 which will probably wear the branding of ‘NS’. There is also going to be a faired version with the same mechanical setup onboard which is likely to wear the ‘RS’ branding.
      As seen in earlier spy shots, the upcoming bike gets a muscular fuel tank with extended shrouds and bikini fairing. Other notable highlights include an upswept side exhaust, an upright tail section and a split seat setup. Overall body proportions look evidently larger than NS200.
      Bajaj Pulsar NS 250 Teaser?
      It could feature an all-LED lighting setup and an all-digital instrument console with a full-colour display and Bluetooth connectivity. Bajaj is also expected to offer smartphone connectivity tech in the upcoming bike. This new Pulsar could feature an all-new 250cc motor and will be underpinned by a new platform.
      Expected Mechanical Specs
      The upcoming Pulsar 250 is likely to be based on a new platform different from the one used in Dominar 250 and KTM 250 Duke. It will draw its energy from a new 248.9cc, fuel-injected, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine. Power and torque outputs are likely to range between Pulsar 220F and Dominar 250. This unit will be linked to a six-speed gearbox with a slipper clutch on offer.
      Hardware setup of the bike will comprise telescopic forks at front and a preload-adjustable mono-shock at rear. Braking will be taken care of by disc brakes on both wheels while safety net will be provided by a dual-channel ABS.
      The new Pulsar 250 could be hitting showrooms later this year, before the onset of the festive season. Bajaj will pitch the new Pulsar 250 as a premium sporty commuter offering and will be competing against Yamaha FZ25 and FZS25, Suzuki Gixxer 250, KTM Duke 250 and its own sibling Dominar 250. More

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      Aprilia GPR250R 250cc Motorcycle Launched – China Price 27k Yuan (Rs 3.10 L)

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      New Aprilia 250cc MotorcycleIf launched in India, Aprilia GPR250R could emerge as a popular choice in its segment
      Track-ready Aprilia GPR250R has been launched in the Chinese market, where it will take on rivals such as Suzuki GSX250R, Chunfeng 250SR, Benelli 302R and QJ Motor Chase 350. Aprilia has also introduced the entry level GPR150R, which would appeal to folks with limited budget. The smaller capacity GPR150R is available in both ABS and non-ABS versions. Prices are 22,980 Yuan (~ Rs 2.65 lakh) and 20,980 Yuan (~ Rs 2.42 lakh), respectively.
      Aprilia GPR250R styling and features
      A number of styling bits have been borrowed from litre class Aprilia motorcycles such as RSV4. GPR250R gets an aggressive front fascia with snazzy LED headlamp, aerodynamic wind shield, sleek turn indicators, sculpted fuel tank, underbelly exhaust, alloy wheels and short tail section.
      The bike is equipped with a TFT colour instrument console that displays a range of information such as rpm, speed, engine temperature, odometer, and fuel gauge. Colour options include matte black and bright silver.
      The bike has a largely blacked-out look and comes with red graphics on the side fairing. The only major difference between the two colour options is in the colour of the fuel tank. The colour of graphics on the fuel tank is also different for both options.
      New Aprilia 250cc Motorcycle
      With rear-set foot pegs and flat handle bar, the bike offers an aggressive riding stance. It may work for short sprints, but may not be suitable for daily commutes in heavy, slow moving traffic. However, when used on race tracks or open roads, Aprilia GPR250R can get you close to the MotoGP experience.
      Aprilia GPR250R engine and specs
      Powering GPR250R is a 250cc water cooled, single cylinder, dual camshaft, 4-valve DOHC motor. It is capable of generating 28 ps of max power at 9000 rpm and 21.5 Nm of peak torque at 7500 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The bike has been equipped with slipper clutch and EFI system from Bosch.
      Frame used for the bike is a double-wing beam aluminium unit. Suspension system comprises USD forks at the front and monoshock rear suspension. Braking duties are performed by 218 mm disc at the front and 300 mm disc at the rear. Dual-channel ABS is offered as standard. GPR250R measures 1970mm in length, 770mm in width and 1150mm in height. Wheelbase is 1345mm. The bike weighs 158 kg and can carry 14 litres of fuel.
      At this point of time, Aprilia doesn’t seem to have plans to launch GPR250R in the Indian market. Here, it will have multiple rivals in the form of respective 250cc sports bikes from Yamaha, Honda, KTM and Suzuki. More