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      Top 10 Two Wheeler Sales FY 2021 – Splendor, Activa, Jupiter, Platina

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      File photoTop 10 two wheeler sales volumes contracted by 12 percent in FY21 over sales in FY20
      Top 10 entries in the two wheeler segment for FY21 were commanded by Hero MotoCorp with four of its two wheelers in the list, while Honda, Bajaj and TVS had two each. Total top 10 two wheeler sales stood at 1,05,55,104 units in FY21, a de-growth of 12 percent as against 1,19,94,646 units sold in FY20. Each of the top 10 two wheelers suffered de-growth with the exception of Honda CB Shine and Bajaj Pulsar.
      Splendor No 1
      It was the Hero Splendor that was at the top of this list with a share of 23.31 percent. Sales during the period April 2020 to March 2021 stood at 24,60,248 units, down 6.55 percent over 26,32,800 units sold in the same period of the previous year.
      On this list of top 10 best-selling two wheelers for FY21, Hero MotoCorp also had the HF Deluxe at No.3 with sales de-growth of 19 percent to 16,61,272 units down from 20,50,974 units sold in FY20 while the Hero Passion and Glamour were lower down the order at Nos. 8 and 9 respectively. Both suffered de-growth in sales with Passion sales down 2.95 percent to 4,87,455 units in FY21, down from 5,02,264 units sold in FY20.
      Glamour sales suffered a deeper de-growth of 23.18 percent to 4,62,912 units in the past year, down from 6,02,623 units sold in FY2. Hero MotoCorp has announced a price hike across its best-selling models such as the Splendor, Passion, Maestro, HF Deluxe, Xpulse from 1st April 2021.
      Top 10 Two Wheelers FY 2021
      Honda Activa at No.2
      Sales of the Hero Splendor were over that of the Honda Activa by a huge margin. Activa scooter sales stood at 19,39,640 units, down 25.14 percent over 25,91,059 units sold in FY20. Honda also had the CB Shine at No.4 and reported sales growth of 4.20 percent in FY21 to 9,88,201 units, up 39,817 units as against 9,48,384 units sold in FY20.
      Bajaj Auto Pulsar and Platina also made it to this list at No.5 and No.10 positions. Pulsar sales grew by 10.51 percent in FY21 to 9,45,978 units, up from 8,56,026 units sold in the same period of the previous year. However, Platina sales dipped 21.89 percent to 4,51,685 units, down 1,26,552 units as compared to 5,78,237 units sold in FY20.
      Bajaj Auto Limited has also recently increased prices of the CT and Platina range from 1st April 2021 despite which they continue to be the most affordable commuter motorcycles in the country.

      Top 10 2Wheelers
      FY2021
      FY2020
      % Growth

      1. Splendor
      24,60,248
      26,32,800
      -6.55

      2. Activa
      19,39,640
      25,91,059
      -25.14

      3. HF Deluxe
      16,61,272
      20,50,974
      -19.00

      4. CB Shine
      9,88,201
      9,48,384
      4.20

      5. Pulsar
      9,45,978
      8,56,026
      10.51

      6. TVS XL
      6,17,247
      6,36,812
      -3.07

      7. Jupiter
      5,40,466
      5,95,467
      -9.24

      8. Passion
      4,87,455
      5,02,264
      -2.95

      9. Glamour
      4,62,912
      6,02,623
      -23.18

      10. Platina
      4,51,685
      5,78,237
      -21.89

      Total
      1,05,55,104
      1,19,94,646
      -12.00

      TVS XL and Jupiter
      TVS Motor had the XL moped and Jupiter scooter on the list of top 10 best-selling two wheelers for FY21. TVS XL at No. 6 suffered a de-growth of 3.07 percent to 6,17,247 units in FY21, down from 6,36,812 units sold in FY20. Jupiter sales on the other hand dipped 9.24 percent top 5,40,466 units, a difference of 55,001 units as compared to 5,95,467 units sold in FY20.
      TVS Motor recently introduced start-stop technology on the Jupiter recently so as to make it competitive against its counterparts. TVS has also increased prices by Rs.500-2,500 for its scooters from 1st April 2021. The Jupiter range prices are hiked by Rs.940-1,250 with the company citing rising input costs. More

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      2021 Bajaj Pulsar NS125 India Launch Price Rs 94k – 4 New Colours

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      2021 Bajaj Pulsar NS125New Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 launched to further strengthen and widen Bajaj’s entry sport bike segment
      New Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 is the auto manufacturers sportiest 125cc segment offering. Pulsar NS125 entry sportsbike is designed to cater to the needs of young enthusiasts. The engine delivers power of 12 PS and torque of 11 Nm for segment topping performance. In keeping with the spirit of Pulsar, power comes from a 125cc BS6 DTS-i engine characterised by superior power, and immediate throttle response.
      Segment-first features include a rigid perimeter frame for high-stiffness, and low flex for sharp handling. Nitrox mono-shock absorber helps with stability at varying riding speed. This makes for greater handling and stability on varied road types.
      2021 Bajaj Pulsar NS125
      Pulsar NS 125 is now available at a price point of Rs 93,690, ex-sh Delhi. The entry level product widens the Pulsar ‘NS’ range of motorcycles’ portfolio and strengthens brand appeal and utility in the sports motorcycle branding front.
      Pulsar NS 125 features
      Pulsar NS 125 is available in four colour options, including Beach Blue, Fiery Orange, Burnt Red and Pewter Grey. The body is decked in high gloss metallic paint. The perimeter frame and alloys are finished in bronze shade.
      2021 Bajaj Pulsar NS125
      Signature wolf-eyed headlamp cluster is matched with twin pilot lamps. The infinity twin-strip LED Tail lamps, split grab rail and smart design belly pan complete the external design aspects for a touch of sharpness.
      Pulsar NS series has a firm grip on the entry sport segment. And over time, Bajaj has ensured there’s something for everyone in the Pulsar range, whether NS or not. The NS range benefits from its product range which includes Pulsar NS 200, and NS 160. The portfolio affirms the need for varied products across segments that can pack in a punch at an attractive price point.
      First-time sport biking enthusiast
      NS 160 is available at a price point of Rs 1,10,086, and NS 200 is available at a price of Rs 1,33,222. NS 125 intends to bring in yet more buyers into the fold by offering something to the first-time sport biking enthusiast.
      2021 Bajaj Pulsar NS125
      Sarang Kanade, President – Motorcycles, Bajaj Auto said “We are excited to bring the pedigree of the higher cc Pulsar NS series bikes, for first-time performance riding enthusiasts. The thrill that the new Pulsar NS 125 is built to offer, will appeal to a large segment of customers with its multiple class leading features. The Pulsar 125 has been very well received by consumers and we are confident that the new NS 125 will further strengthen the brand’s position in the Entry Sport Bike segment”. More

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      Joy Electric Motorcycles Launch Price Rs 2.29L Onwards – Beast, Skyline, Thunderbolt, Hurricane

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      Joy E-Bike Electric Motorcycles
      Joy E-Bike currently retails eight electric two-wheelers in India- five motorcycles and three scooters
      Wardwizard Innovations & Mobility has launched four new high-speed electric motorcycles under the Joy E-Bike brand namely- Hurricane, Thunderbolt, Skyline and Beast. Prices start at Rs 2.29 lakh for the base Skyline model while Hurricane and Thunderbolt will be offered at a price of Rs. 2.33 lakh each.
      On the other hand, top of the line Beast has pegged at a price of Rs 2.42 lakh (all prices ex-showroom). While Hurricane and Beast are naked streetfighters, Thunderbolt and Skyline are fully-faired motorcycles. The bikes were teased earlier this year and have been launched on the inauguration day of the company’s new manufacturing facility in Vadodara.
      Joy E-Bike Thunderbolt
      Prior to the latest set of launches, Joy E-Bike had four products under its portfolio- one e-motorcycle named E-Monster and three e-scooters named Wolf, Glob and Gen Nxt Nanu. The e-scooter offerings do not require any license or registration. The brand recently announced its association with Indian Premier League franchise Chennai Super Kings a couple of weeks ago as one of its premier sponsors.
      Skyline, Thunderbolt, Beast Specs
      Starting with the entry-level Skyline model, the motorcycle is powered by a DC Brushless Hub Motor that derives energy from a 72Ah Lithium Ion resulting in a power output of 5 kW and 230 Nm of peak torque.
      Joy E-Bike Beast
      It can attain a top speed of 90 kmph and can offer a maximum range of 110 km on a single charge. It tips the weighing scales at 150 kg. In terms of hardware configurations, it gets a hydraulic suspension setup with telescopic forks at front and a mono-shock at rear.
      Joy E-Bike Skyline
      Braking duties are carried out by dual discs at front and a single disc at rear. Exact same specifications are offered in its faired sibling Thunderbolt and naked cousin Beast. Although all models come with their unique set of styling elements as well as colour options. All three motorcycles are offered with a 10 Amp Smart Charger that is capable of charging the battery 0-100 percent in nine hours.
      Hurrican Specs
      Hurricane is also offered with the same set of features barring the battery which gets a lower capacity rating of 54Ah which affects range and charging time. The electric naked street racer offers a range of 75km on a single charge while time taken by the battery to rejuvenate 0-100 percent is seven hours. Hardware and other configurations of Hurricane are identical to the other models.
      Joy E-Bike Hurricane
      Features
      As far as features are concerned, all bikes in this range are packed with the latest EV technology along with strong IoT sensors and Artificial Intelligence. The smart charger comes with over-voltage, temperature and short-circuit protection that ensures the bikes are charged to their full potential using less electricity and less time. More

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      Green Vehicle Rating For Two Wheelers – Ather 450X, Pulsar, Activa, Splendor

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      Vehicle rating system based on environmental performanceGreen Vehicle Rating (GVR) tool could be useful to keep a check on emission levels
      Indian Government has been continuously making efforts towards a cleaner mobility. From shifting to BS6 norms to offering attractive offers for EV buyers via FAME schemes. The auto industry will be shifting to stricter CAFE norms in a few months which will be even stricter than the current BS6 standards.
      In relation to this, Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE) has devised a consumer information tool that rates a vehicle on its environmental performance. For reference, AEEE is one of the leading organizations that works on creating awareness about energy efficiency as a resource.
      More Details on GVR
      Called Green Vehicle Rating (GVR), this is India’s first and currently only tool that identifies high to low-performing vehicles in terms of negative impacts created by emissions of GreenHouse gases and pollutants. This tool aims to convey consumers the knowledge on vehicles and help buyers calculate a particular model’s impact on health of the community and environment. Currently, this GVR tool contains data of only two and three-wheelers.
      This will help the large consumer base in India shift towards greener mobility options. GVR will also help buyers identify high-performing vehicles and make informed decisions based on a web-based rating system.
      Vehicle rating system based on environmental performance
      This initiative is funded by Shakti Foundation in association with American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy. In order to calculate the environmental performance of the vehicle, GVR uses Form 22’ or ‘Road Worthiness Certificate’ prescribed by the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways in 2017.
      How Does It Work?
      Based on the data available in Form 22, GVR takes a combined approach to pollutant emissions data and fuel efficiency data as reported by auto dealers and online auto marketplaces. Throwing some light on its working, Dr. Satish Kumar, president and executive director, AEEE said: “Green Vehicle Rating (GVR) takes the self-reported emissions data in Form 22 and makes it easier to understand the true impact of a vehicle on the road without getting lost in numbers.”
      The GVR website (www.aeee.in) allows buyers to compare different models, assess real cost of ownership, emissions levels, cost of damage, along with common specifications such as cost, engine displacement, power output, mileage, etc. To help consumers configure the impact, these costs are represented in Rupee per kilometer terms.
      Stress on reducing carbon footprint and encouraging clean mobility is seen as a sincere effort to help India meet its Paris Agreement commitment of reducing carbon emission intensity (emission per unit of GDP) by 33 to 35 percent of 2005 level over 15 years. Currently, 67 percent of Indians own two-wheelers while the segment accounts for 61 percent of sales of petrol vehicles in the country. More

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      New Benelli 302R Starts Arriving At Showrooms In China – First Look

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      New Benelli 302RUpon its launch in India, the new Benelli 302R will be rivaling the likes of Kawasaki Ninja 300, TVS Apache RR 310 and the upcoming new-gen KTM RC 390
      With three new launches in India this year, Benelli has had a busy first quarter of 2021. Last month, images of the production-spec 2021 302R were leaked which gave us an idea about the bike. The upcoming entry-level faired sports bike made its debut in China last week sharing details of the India-bound motorcycle.
      The faired superbike has started reaching dealerships in China where its prices have been tagged at CNY 29,800 (approximately INR 3.38 lakh). As discussed previously, the latest iteration of 302R comes with a bunch of updates in terms of aesthetics and features. It also gets an updated engine that satisfies the latest emission norms.
      Redesigned Styling
      Starting with its design, the updated 302R comes with a revised front fascia that looks more aggressive and sharper than the outgoing model. The front end flaunts a vertically stacked LED headlamp unit which is flanked by fairing-mounted turn indicators on both sides that also double up as turn indicators. The new 302R dons a much slimmer and sleeker fairing than the previous model making it look more attractive.
      The earlier edition of the motorcycle featured a broad front end and large headlight unit which made it look obese. The streamlined front end of the bike enhances its aerodynamic properties that should translate to slightly better performance. Take a look at the short walkaround video of new Benelli 302R below. Hat tip to Rahul for sharing this video.
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      Updates have been made to its tail section as well which features a new pair of LED taillights along with new air vents under the pillion seat. New body graphics and colour scheme must give the updated 302R a fresh appeal.
      Features & Specifications
      In terms of features, the 2021 302R now comes with a revised cockpit featuring a new fully digital TFT instrument display. The digital screen displays a whole lot of information from the speedometer, odometer, fuel level, temperature gauge and gear position indicator. Switch gears are now back-lit giving the motorcycle a more premium appeal.
      Coming to its specifications, it will be powered by an updated 300cc, parallel-twin liquid-cooled motor complying with the latest Euro-5 emission norms. This unit is tuned to 34.5 bhp at 11,000 rpm and 27 Nm of peak torque at 9,000 rpm making it marginally more powerful than its predecessor. It will be linked to a six-speed gearbox. The major bump in performance can be felt with a loss in its kerb weight by 22 kilos. The motorcycle now weighs just 182kg.
      Suspension setup has been left untouched that comprises 41mm upside-down forks at front with preload adjustability and a mono-shock unit at rear. Anchorage duties will be handled by dual discs with 4-piston calipers from Bosch at front and a single disc at rear. This will be assisted by a dual-channel ABS as standard. The updated 302R is expected to be launched in India in a couple of months and will most likely be priced around Rs 3.50-3.60 lakh (ex-showroom). More

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      Electric Vehicle Sales At 1.34 Lakh For FY21 – Cars, Scooters, 3 Wheelers

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      Ather electric scooter sales start in DelhiEV segment appears to be on path of recovery after a challenging last year
      Data published by CEEW Centre for Energy Finance (CEEW-CEF) on its electric mobility dashboard reveals that close to 1.34 lakh EVs were sold in FY21. This is lower than the numbers in FY20 and FY19. However, when we look at percentage share of EVs in total vehicle sales of India, the figure is 0.88%. This is the highest ever in a financial year. Cumulative sales of EVs since FY12 have crossed 6.38 lakh units.
      Category wise EV sales
      Three wheeler EVs continue to lead in terms of sales numbers in FY21. A total of 88,378 units were sold, which is 66.04% of total EV sales. Two wheelers are next with sales of 40,837 units. Share in sales is 30.51%. 4-wheeler EVs are placed at third place with sales of 4,588 units. Percentage share in sales is 3.43%. Goods vehicle EV sales were just 28 units in FY21.
      EV Sales FY 2021. Data – CEEW-CEF
      Comparing the data with previous years, three wheeler EVs have lost quite a bit of their sales. Three wheeler EV sales in FY20 were close to 1.41 lakh units. In comparison, both two wheeler and 4-wheelers have registered significant YoY growth in FY21. As for goods vehicle EVs, their sales have been declining since FY18.
      4-wheeler EV segment is expected to register strong growth in the near future, as more than 23 new products are scheduled for launch by FY22. CEEW-CEF’s dashboard also reveals the savings one can make by switching from petrol to an electric vehicle.
      Tata Nexon EV is India’s best selling passenger electric car.
      In Delhi, if a user shifts from petrol sedan to EV sedan, the cost savings work out at Rs 30,000 per annum. In case of two wheeler EVs, the savings work out at around Rs 8k per annum.
      EV sales – statewise data
      Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Karnataka are the top three states, based on their contribution to EV sales in FY21. Uttar Pradesh alone contributed close to a quarter of overall EV sales. A total of 31,584 EVs were sold in the state in FY21. The top ten states in EV sales contributed around 88% of the overall EVs sold in FY21.
      Data on FAME-II subsidy scheme reveals that there’s a lot more potential to be unlocked in EV space. Only 4.25% of sales targets have been achieved under FAME-II. It is possible that many buyers are still not aware of the various subsidies and benefits available under FAME-II.
      By 2030, total EV sales in the country are expected to cross 14.8 million units. To get there, all stakeholders will have to make efforts to resolve the current set of issues such as range anxiety, lack of readily available charging stations, high upfront cost of EVs, and limited finance options. More

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      Harley Davidson 300cc Cruiser Detailed In Real World Images

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      Harley Davidson 300cc CruiserIf launched in India, it will have a long list of rivals from Royal Enfield in addition to retro-styled classic motorcycles from Jawa and Honda
      About a month ago, we got a sneak peek of the upcoming SRV 300 roadster manufactured by Chinese bikemaker Qianjiang Motor. With Harley Davidson joining hands with Qianjiang in 2019, we suspect this bike to be rebadged wearing the logo of the iconic American brand.
      Another set of spy shots of what appears to be the final production-spec SRV 300 has surfaced on the internet. Qianjiang, the parent company of Italian brand Benelli, is planning to launch the motorcycle in its home market in a few weeks. The approval documents attached to the image that was leaked last month shared a few details about the upcoming cruiser.
      Mechanical Specs
      The SRV 300 will be propelled by an all-new 296cc V-Twin motor which has been tuned to produce around 30 bhp. This unit will be linked to a six-speed gearbox. The cruiser can clock a top speed of 128 kmph and would be rich on bottom-end torque thanks to its V-Twin configuration.
      A low kerb weight of 163 kg would translate to high power to weight ratio, thus ensuring a spirited performance. Also, it makes for a very efficient motorcycle for daily commutes.
      Harley Davidson 300cc Cruiser
      The cruiser borrows certain inspiration from Harley Davidson’s most popular bobber Iron 883. For instance, it features the same suspension setup comprising USD front forks and rear mono-shock apart from a water-cooled, overhead-cam V-Twin engine neatly fitted with a radiator.
      Other specifications known as of now are a wheelbase of 1400mm and 16-inch wheels with disc brakes on both ends. Not just mechanically, SRV 300 adopts the design philosophy of its American cousin.
      Harley-inspired Design
      It sports a traditional low-slung cruiser stance with a tapered handlebar, a low saddle and slightly forward-set footpegs. Other design highlights inspired by Harley models are a teardrop-shaped fuel tank, a round headlight and metal bodywork.
      Harley Davidson 300cc Cruiser
      The single-piece seat looks comfy enough for the rider but seems a little too short to accommodate a pillion. The motorcycle receives a blacked-out theme with a dark treatment given to the engine-gearbox assembly, suspension setup, swingarm, alloy wheels, handlebar and rearview mirrors.
      As far as features go, SRV 300 will be equipped with a full LED lighting setup and a digital instrument cluster. Safety will be taken care of by a dual-channel ABS as standard. It is yet to be confirmed if SRV 300 will indeed be rebadged into a Harley Davidson model but there are strong indications that it will. Launch in India could be on the cards under the new Hero MotoCorp – Harley Davidson partnership. More

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      Mahindra Mojo Aero Tested, Bolt-On Adv Body Kit By Autologue Design

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      Mahindra Mojo ADV Kit by Autologue DesignMahindra Mojo doesn’t have a direct rival in the market but competes against the likes of Bajaj Dominar and Jawa
      Of all the touring bikes currently on sale in the market, Mahindra Mojo seems the most underrated. Clearly, it had to bear the brunt of poor marketing and substandard sales and service network of the company’s two-wheeler division that never really took off. Despite that Mojo has been able to create a small niche consumer base for itself even in such a competitive environment.
      At first glance, one has to admit that Mojo is able to grab all of his/her attention thanks to its unique design. The twin round halogen headlamps setup with an oddly shaped headlamp cowl gives it a quirky styling. Yet it possesses all basic qualities of a good touring machine.
      Mahindra Mojo ADV Kit by Autologue Design
      Updated Design
      Autologue Design, a Pune-based, aftermarket customisation workshop has developed a new body kit specifically for Mojo that turns it into an adventure motorcycle, at least on its look side.
      Dubbed Mahindra Mojo Explorer, the motorcycle wears a new aftermarket body kit over its stock body panels. In its new attire, Mojo Explorer looks a proper adventure tourer with a redesigned fuel tank, a tinted front screen to keep away the wind burst and a traditional beak as seen in most contemporary.
      Mahindra Mojo ADV Kit by Autologue Design
      Handlebar is taller for a better reach while tyres wrapped around 17-inch alloy wheels also seem to be dual-purpose ones. The Mahindra insignia is still intact beneath the fuel tank.
      Mahindra Mojo ADV Kit by Autologue Design
      However, hardware components such as the front forks, subframe and swingarm which are wrapped in golden paint in Touring Edition have been blacked out like the rest of the components. Therefore underneath it is the same motorcycle as the stock model.
      Specifications & Features
      In its BS6 iteration, Mahindra Mojo is powered by a 294.72cc single-cylinder, fuel-injected, liquid-cooled motor that churns out 25.37 bhp and a torque of 25.96 Nm. This unit is paired to a six-speed gearbox.
      Mahindra Mojo ADV Kit by Autologue Design
      Hardware of the bike consists of a Twin Tube Exposed frame suspended on conventional telescopic forks at front and a gas-charged mono-shock at rear. Disc brakes at both ends with 320mm and 240mm rotors at front and rear respectively carry out stopping duties.
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      In terms of features, it is offered with a semi-digital instrument console with digital readings for odometer, speedometer, tachometer and trip meter. Lighting setup comprises twin-pod halogen headlamps, LED DRLs and LED taillamp. Safety net is provided by a dual-channel ABS as standard. It is currently priced between Rs 1.99 lakh and Rs 2.11 lakh (ex-showroom, India). More