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    Jawa Forty Two Fined For Overspeeding – While Being Transported On A Tempo

    Jawa 42 on tempo gets fined for overspeeding
    Automated systems have made things easier for humans, but they have their limitations

    Overspeeding is one of the biggest causes of road accidents in the country. Every year, overspeeding results in thousands of injuries and fatalities. The government has done its bit to discourage overspeeding by significantly increasing the fine for speeding, overspeeding and racing.
    Technology has also come to the rescue, as is evident with automatic speed cameras installed in major cities. These cameras have the ability to detect speed as well as capture the image of the offending vehicle.
    India’s capital Delhi has several of these speed cameras installed at various locations. While the automated system works perfectly fine in most cases, there may be occasions when it might get tricked into making a false allegation.
    Speeding fine issued for a stationary motorcycle
    In a recent case that highlights the limitations of automated systems, a Jawa Forty Two whose battery had died and was being transported on a tempo – has been booked for overspeeding. The incident occurred in New Delhi at two places – Traffic Island, Khajuri Chowk Flyover, Usmanpur and Outer Ring Road, Block E, Gandhi Vihar. These are among the locations that have the speed cameras installed.
    Jawa 42 on tempo gets fined for overspeeding
    The owner of the motorcycle, Manoj Kumar was surprised to see the fines and has posted his experience with others on Jawa Facebook Group. The speed cameras apparently do not have the intelligence to distinguish between a motorcycle riding on a tempo and a motorcycle riding on its own wheels.
    A human would have easily spotted the difference. The automated speed cameras did exactly what they have been programmed to do, which has resulted in a wrong overspeeding fine for the motorcycle.
    The solution
    Such cases are rare, so it’s unlikely that the system will be upgraded to avoid these types of mistakes in future. The existing system is a simple one wherein only the speed of the moving vehicle and its registration number is recorded. It will require significant investments if artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning modules were to be added to the existing system.
    The owner has shared an easier solution that users can implement when transporting their motorcycle on a tempo or another vehicle. He said that just covering the number plate with a piece of cloth will be enough to avoid such fines.
    In this situation, the speed camera will detect overspeeding, but it won’t be able to record the registration number. This solution seems legit and would be helpful in avoiding unnecessary hassles when transporting a motorcycle on another vehicle. More

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    Nexzu Mobility Rompus+ Electric Cycle Launch Price Rs 31,980 – 35 Kms Range

    Nexzu Rompus+
    Rompus+ offers a range of 25km in Throttle Mode and 35 km in Eco Pedelec Mode

    With petrol prices on the rise, Nexzu Mobility has launched the new Rompus+ electric bicycle in India. It is priced at Rs.31,980 and is produced at the company plant in Chakan near Pune. The new Rompus+ super cycle is on sale at all Nexzu dealerships and via the company website while it will soon be available on Amazon and Paytm Mall.
    The first EV to roll out of the Chakan plant brings Nexzu Mobility closer to their goal of becoming a 100 percent Indian, Atmanirbhar brand and akin to Nexzu’s stance as a ‘Vocal for Local’ brand. The Rompus+ can be used as a cycle or a scooter and runs on a 36V, 250 Watt HUB brushless DC (BLDC) motor with a 36V, 5.2 Ah lithium ion battery offering a 750 cycle battery life.
    The battery can be charged upto 100 percent in 2.5-3 hours and the 3 speed EV will be capable of a top speed of 25 km/h in throttle mode and 35 km/h in eco pedelec mode. The Rompus+ gets durable front suspension and dual disc brakes. The motor and battery comes in with an 18 month warranty.
    Attractive Design
    Rompus+ is designed and manufactured in India. It is ideally suited for everyday commuters and businesses and boasts of an ergonomic design. It is built on international standards on a cold roll steel alloy frame. It gets color options of red, blue, silver and black and features include in-built horns and headlamps and a well cushioned saddle made of high grade foam while it rides on 26 inch tyres.
    Nexzu Rompus+
    Mr. Pankaj Tiwari, CMO,Nexzu Mobility, said, “After months of extensive R&D, exhilarating innovation and quiet tenacity, we are thrilled to launch the Rompus+ Supercycle. One of our most powerful and innovatively designed EVs to date, it gives us immense pride to have created such a versatile, comfortable, and feature-rich offering for the masses.”
    About Nexzu Mobility
    Formerly called Avan Motors, the company was founded in 2015 and went on to be named Nexzu Mobility in January 2020. With an exciting product portfolio, Nexzu Mobility currently has the Rompus, Roadlark and AELLO e-hybrid electric cycles in its lineup that are manufactured with 80% localization. It also manufactures the Dextro and Dextro+ electric scooters, but these models have just over 30% localization.
    The Chakan plant is spread over an area of 22,000 sq ft and includes customer display and R&D centers. The plant produces around 2,000 units of electric cycles and e-scooters per month but production capacity can be increased by 3 times.
    The company has over 70 dealerships and operates in both B2B and B2C segments. Nexzu provides best facilities in terms of after sales service and aims to revolutionize the electric mobility space in the country and is looking to expand its reach in the rural markets as well. More

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    Honda CB500X ADV Motorcycle India launch Planned For April 2021

    2021 Honda CB500X
    The Honda CB500X is expected to be positioned between the KTM 390 Adventure and Kawasaki Versys 650

    Adventure tourers are two wheeled equivalents of SUVs, and given the world is going crazy for SUVs, we are not surprised the trend has an influence on two wheeler market as well. Of late, the Indian mid-premium motorcycle segment has been witnessing a steady inflow of adventure tourers which are very well received by the audience. So, a leading manufacturer like Honda simply can’t afford to sit back and stay indifferent to this trend, especially when it already has the right product at its disposal.
    Honda CB500X coming to India
    Honda’s 500 cc medium-displacement family of motorcycles come in a variety of flavors and have been significant volume generators in many international markets including Europe. A good blend of style, performance and pricing makes them highly attractive. A recent media report suggests that Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) is gearing up to launch the CB500X adventure tourer as early as April 2021!
    With Honda working intensely on increasing the reach of BigWing premium motorcycle outlet, the adventure tourer would come as a boost to the dealer partners. We expect the Honda CB500X to be locally assembled out of CKD kits to keep the costs competitive.
    Speaking of costs, the upcoming medium-displacement Honda would slot between the KTM 390 Adventure which retails at INR 3.10 lakh and Kawasaki Versys 650 which is priced at INR 6.91 lakh (both prices are ex-showroom). It terms of direct competitors, the Honda CB500X has the Benelli TRK 502 to face. A better brand recall and wider dealership network gives the Honda a definitive edge.
    2019 Honda CB500X
    Specifications
    Powering the Honda CB500X is a 472 cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected motor which pumps out 48 hp and 43 Nm of torque. Transmission is a 6-speed automatic. The performance on offer should be adequate for long distance touring while not burning a big hole in the wallet. For reference, the European-spec motorcycle has a fuel economy rating of 28.6 kmpl as per WMTC.
    Underpinned by a tubular diamond steel frame, the Honda CB500X sticks to the basics with telescopic front forks and a monoshock rear suspension. The front-heavy stance is further enhanced by a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear alloy wheels which are wrapped by 110/80 – ZR19 and 160/60 – ZR17 tyres respectively.
    Braking is courtesy of a 310 mm front disc with a two-piston caliper and a 240 mm rear unit with a single-piston caliper. A dual-channel ABS system comes as a standard equipment.
    Features
    The Honda CB500X keeps up with the industry standards when it comes to equipment but there are no fancy electronic gadgets in the interest of keeping the price at bay. You do get LED headlamp, negative backlight LCD instrument console with trip computer, fuel economy indicator, gear position indicator, etc.

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    TVS Apache 310 Price Increased Yet Again – New Price Rs 2.5 Lakh

    Image – Aniket Sharma
    A popular track-ready motorcycle, TVS Apache 310 competes with the likes of KTM RC390

    In a development that could probably be attributed to rising input costs, TVS has increased price of Apache RR310 yet again. From Rs 2.48 lakh earlier, price has been increased to Rs 2,49,990. That’s almost Rs 2k costlier. TVS has increased prices of its Apache range in January as well. At that time, price of RR310 was increased from Rs 2.45 lakh to Rs 2.48 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom.
    RR310 vs. KTM RC390 pricing
    With the latest price hike, Apache 310 has further reduced the pricing gap with its primary rival – KTM RC390. The latter currently retails at Rs 2.60 lakh. KTM has also been increasing prices of its motorcycles at regular intervals. As may be recalled, KTM had increased prices in December 2020 as well as in January 2021. In January, KTM RC390 price was increased from 2.57 lakh to Rs 2.60 lakh.
    TVS Apache 310 2020 BS6 model – key updates
    TVS had launched BS6 Apache RR310 last year in January. At that time, it was priced at Rs 2.40 lakh. As compared to BS4 model, BS6 RR310 had become costlier by around Rs 12k. Apart from the BS6 upgrade, TVS had introduced several other improvements in 2020 RR310.
    One of the key additions was a new 5.0-inch TFT colour instrument panel that had integrated Bluetooth connectivity system called TVS Smart Xconnect. Once paired with the user’s smartphone, it allows users to access a range of features. These can be accessed via TVS Connect App.
    Month
    Apache 310 Price
    Feb-21
    2,49,990
    Jan-21
    2,48,000
    Dec-20
    2,45,000
    Some of the supported features include ride statistics, incoming call management, turn-by-turn navigation, vehicle health reports, and mobile signal and battery level display. The instrument panel comes with Day Mode and Night Mode backlit options to provide better visibility based on light conditions.
    Another key update was ride-by-wire throttle system, which is a segment-first feature. Users have the option to choose from four ride modes of Sport, Urban, Track and Rain. The automated system adjusts things like torque and ABS based on the ride mode selected. This allows optimal performance in varying ride conditions.
    RR310 engine
    Powering TVS Apache RR310 is a 312.2cc, liquid cooled, reverse inclined, single cylinder motor. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Power and torque varies depending on the ride mode selected. Max power (34 ps) and torque (27.3 Nm) output is available in Sport and Track mode. The numbers get reduced to 25.8 ps and 25 Nm in Urban and Rain mode. Apache RR310 top speed is rated at 160 kmph. It can reach 0 to 60 kmph in less than three seconds.
    In the current fiscal year, cumulative production of the RR310 has been around 2,500 units. Based on this engine, a new motorcycle is expected to launch later this year. More

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    350cc Motorcycle Sales Jan 2021 – Classic, Meteor, Bullet, HNESS CB350

    Image – Jaison
    350cc motorcycle segment continues to register strong growth with Royal Enfield in lead

    Motorcycle sales in 350cc segment continue to stay buoyant, registering YoY growth of 18.18%. A total of 66,489 units were sold in January 2021, as compared to 56,262 units in January last year. MoM growth is also positive at 4.83%, as compared to 63,424 units sold in December 2020.
    In exports, the segment registered YoY growth of 247.79%. A total of 1,572 units were exported in January 2021, as compared to 452 units in January last year. MoM growth is 86.70%, as compared to 842 units exported in December 2020.
    350cc motorcycles domestic sales – January 2021
    Royal Enfield Classic 350 continues to be the top selling motorcycle in this segment with 40,872 units sold in January 2021. YoY growth is 0.09%, as compared to 40,834 units sold in January last year. Classic 350 market share is 61.47% in January 2021. In terms of MoM growth, Classic 350 has registered an increase of 3.94%, as compared to 39,321 units sold in December 2020.
    At number two is Bullet 350 with 11,570 units sold in January 2021. YoY sales are up 21.04%, as compared to 9,559 units sold in January last year. Bullet commanded a market share of 17.40% in January 2021. MoM growth is at 10.40%, as compared to 10,480 units sold in December 2020.
    350cc segment Motorcycle sales Jan 2021
    Electra 350 is next with 5,431 units sold in January 2021. YoY growth is down by -7.46%, as compared to 5,869 units sold in January last year. It is the only motorcycle in this segment to register negative YoY growth in January 2021. Market share stands at 8.17%. Electra MoM growth is positive at 55.62%, as compared to 3,490 units sold in December 2020.
    At number four is Meteor 350 with 5,073 units sold in January 2021. Meteor seems to be losing traction, as MoM growth is down by -40.80%. December 2020 numbers were much higher at 8,569 units. Meteor 350 market share is 7.63% in January 2021.
    Next is Honda H’ness CB350 with 3,543 units sold in January 2021. The newest entrant in this segment, CB350 has improved its MoM numbers by 126.53%. A total of 1,564 units were sold in December 2020. CB350 market share is 5.33% in January 2021.
    350cc segment Motorcycle Exports Jan 2021
    As is evident from these numbers, Royal Enfield continues to maintain its dominance in 350cc segment. Collectively, Classic, Bullet, Electra and Meteor commanded a market share of close of 95%.
    350cc motorcycles exports – January 2021
    In exports, Classic 350 leads with 1,107 units in January 2021. Both YoY and MoM growth is up by 155.07% and 365.13%, respectively. At number two is CB350 with exports of 270 units. MoM growth is down by -47.06%, as compared to 510 units exported in December 2020. Meteor 350 takes the third place with exports of 184 units. MoM numbers have close to doubled, as compared to 94 units exported in December 2020.
    Electra 350 is at fourth place with 11 units exported in January 2021. YoY growth is down by -38.89%, as compared to 18 units exported in January last year. Next is Bullet with not even a single unit exported. More

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    Yamaha FZ X 250cc Adventure Motorcycle Render

    Yamaha FZ-X Adventure Motorcycle – Render by @d.by.akash
    Apart from mechanical configurations, Yamaha FZ-X is likely to borrow certain design cues from its 250cc naked street racer siblings

    A few weeks ago, we had reported that Yamaha has registered a new trademark named ‘FZ-X’ which is speculated to be the company’s upcoming adventure bike offering in India. The bike is said to be based on the brand’s 250cc platform which currently underpins FZ25 and FZS-25.
    A digitally rendered image of the upcoming motorcycle has surfaced on social media courtesy of ‘D by Akash’ in which the bike has been imagined as an ADV. The designer, as expected, has taken FS25 as the donor model and tweaked its styling to make it look like an adventure tourer.
    Updated Styling
    From the looks of it, the designer has taken certain inspirations from Yamaha Tracer series of motorcycles. The design gets a slightly different headlight cluster with the addition of a windscreen above it to prevent the wind burst. It gets the same fuel tank and tank shrouds as FZ25 and FZS-25.
    Other design elements such as raked-up split seats have been carried forward from the naked street twins. It receives a new belly pan instead of the engine cowl along with knuckle protectors around the handlebar, a new upswept exhaust pipe and a new rack to load up the luggage.
    Yamaha FZ-X Adventure Motorcycle – Render by @d.by.akash
    Instead of single-point fixed grab rails, this design render showcases dual side-bolted grab rails for pillion convenience. Another major difference is the use of wire-spoke wheels as opposed to alloy wheels since the former provides better traction to tyres when venturing off-tarmac.
    Interestingly, profiles of both tyres are very different as the rear is much knobbier than the front one. Other subtle but notable changes include a shortened fender and a flatter number plate mount.
    Mechanical Configurations
    The designer has confessed that this rendering is a more road-biased version of the adventure bike. Mechanical specifications of this upcoming bike are expected to remain the same as those in the naked streetfighters. It will derive its power from the same 249cc single-cylinder, air-cooled unit that returns an output of 20.6 bhp and 20 Nm of peak torque. This unit will be mated to a 5-speed gearbox. Suspension setup is also likely to remain similar albeit with a slight tweak, in order to provide a little more travel.
    Entry-level adventure motorcycles have been raking in good numbers in recent times with new options in the fold. As popularity increases, many manufacturers are eyeing this segment with their new offerings. TVS Motor too is planning to develop an entry-level adventure tourer which is expected to be named ‘Raider’. Upon its launch, FZ-X will most likely rival the likes of Royal Enfield Himalayan, KTM 250 Adventure and BMW G 310 GS.
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    BS6 Benelli Leoncino 500 India Launch Price Rs 4.59 Lakh

    BS6 Benelli Leoncino 500
    2021 Benelli Leoncino 500 comes with the same design and specifications

    Benelli is currently on a launch spree as it had previously announced that it will be launching seven new models in India. The company last month launched its mid-displacement adventure tourer- TRK 502 in a BS6 updated form. Now, the bikemaker has launched the BS6 compliant Leoncino 500 in India.
    In its latest iteration, the urban scrambler is offered at a starting price of Rs. 4,59,900 (Ex-showroom, India). It is offered in a solitary trim with two colour options- Steel Grey and Leoncino Red. The former is offered at a base price while the latter has been pegged at a price of Rs. 4,69,900 (Ex-showroom).
    Interested customers can book the updated Leoncino 500 at a token amount of Rs 10,000 through the company’s official India website or by visiting the nearest Benelli India Dealership. The Chinese-owned Italian brand is also offering a 3-Year Unlimited kilometer warranty with the naked street racer as standard.
    Design
    The BS6 updated Leoncino 500 is similar to its BS4 predecessor in terms of its styling. The scrambler carries forward the neo-retro design which lends a unique identity to it. Its design is inspired by lovable and easy-to-ride ‘Lion Cub’ models from the 1960s although with a modern approach.
    BS6 Benelli Leoncino 500
    There are a few design elements which make this bike stand out in a crowd. For instance, its front fender which presents the tiny ‘Lion of Pesaro’ ornament. Other notable highlights include a LED headlamp and slightly redesigned seats and fuel tank.
    Mechanical Specifications
    In terms of specifications, it still retains its 500cc DOHC, in-line twin-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine which returns an output of 47 bhp at 8500 rpm and peak torque of 46 Nm at 6000 rpm. This output is similar to what it produced in its BS4 guise. The 8-valve motor is paired with a six-speed gearbox. Its hardware setup is also identical with a steel trellis frame underpinning the bike.
    Suspension duties are handled by upside-down 50mm fork at front and a laterally mounted preload adjustable at rear. Stopping duties are carried out by radially-mounted 4-piston brake callipers which are clamped down by 320mm discs at front.
    BS6 Benelli Leoncino 500 Specs
    While the rear is handled by a single-piston floating calliper with a 260mm single disc. The braking setup is assisted by a dual-channel switchable ABS. it rides on 17-inch alloy wheels wrapped around by 120/70 and 160/60 profiles of tyres at front and rear respectively.
    BS6 compliant Leoncino 500 will be available as a CKD product in India and will be retailed through the company’s 39 dealerships across the country. Earlier last month, the Italian brand also launched the 2021 Imperiale 400 which is almost Rs 10k cheaper than the previous model due to high levels of localisation. More

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    Top 10 Two Wheeler Sales Jan 2021 – Splendor, Activa, Pulsar, Jupiter

    New Hero Splendor
    Top 10 two-wheeler wholesales reported at 4.49 percent growth in January 2021

    Two wheeler wholesales for the top 10 entries improved 4.49 percent in January 2021. Total wholesales grew to 10,26,175 units, up from 9,82,035 units at volume gain of just over 44k units.
    As always Hero Splendor tops the chart at 2,25,382 units at 1.26 percent growth. Volumes grew by just under 3k units, up from 2,22,578 units. This ensured that in the top order, Splendor accounts for 21.96 percent market share. While the motorcycle remains an all time high seller, as always
    Honda Activa sales decline
    Honda Activa scooter maintains its top-selling scooter position. Wholesales last month were reported at 2,11,382 units. Not only did volumes decline by about 10 percent, the contraction meant Honda lost its top of the chart position from a year earlier.
    It’s not always the the scooter is able to pip Splendor to the post. Sales fell from 2,34,749 units, down by 23k units for a market share of 20.63 percent. The leading duo comfortably claims over 40 percent of this table.
    Top 10 Two Wheeler Sales Jan 2021
    Hero HF Deluxe sales fell noticeably at about 30 percent. Volumes dwindled to 1,34,860 units from 1,91,875 units at volume loss of 57k units. Honda CB Shine sales for than doubled having gained the most last month. Wholesales grew to 1,16,222 units, up from 50,931 units at volume gain of 65,291 units. Growth was reported at 128.20 percent.
    Bajaj Pulsar sales growth
    Bajaj Pulsar series sales maxed out at juts under a lakh units. The voluminous data totals to 97,580 units, up from 68,354 units at volume gain of over 29k units. This took its market share to a gainful territory of just below 10 percent.
    While mopeds have long being axed by leading manufacturers, TVS XL continues to buck the trend. Being a one of its kind two-wheels is its value proposition. Wholesales are reported at 59k units at 12.84 percent growth. Sales grew from 52,525 units at volume gain of 6,482 units.
    No
    Top 10 2Wheelers
    Jan-21
    Jan-20
    % Growth
    1
    Splendor
    2,25,382
    2,22,578
    1.26
    2
    Activa
    2,11,660
    2,34,749
    -9.84
    3
    HF Deluxe
    1,34,860
    1,91,875
    -29.71
    4
    CB Shine
    1,16,222
    50,931
    128.20
    5
    Pulsar
    97,580
    68,354
    42.76
    6
    XL Moped
    59,007
    52,525
    12.34
    7
    Jupiter
    51,952
    38,689
    34.28
    8
    Access
    45,475
    54,595
    -16.70
    9
    Passion
    43,162
    26,905
    60.42
    10
    Classic 350
    40,875
    40,834
    0.10

    Total
    10,26,175
    9,82,035
    4.49
    TVS’ bestselling scooter, Jupiter sits 7th on the list. Wholesales is reported at 51,952 units, up from 38,689 units at volume gain of 13,263 units. Growth stood at over a third.
    Suzuki Access scooter sales decline is at 16.70 percent. Wholesales fell to 45,475 units, down from 54,595 units at volume loss of 9,120 units. Hero Passion motorcycle sales grew significantly at the tail-end. Wholesales are reported at 43,162 units, up from 26,905 units at volume gain of over 16k units. Classic 350, Royal Enfield’s sole entry in the top order saw wholesales remain flat at 40,875 units. A year earlier that number was reported at 40,834 units. More