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      Hero MotoCorp Records 14 L Retail Sales In 32 Days – Splendor Highest

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      New Hero Splendor Black Edition
      Hero MotoCorp reports 14-Lakh units retailed over the 32-Day Festive Period just concluded

      Hero MotoCorp has gone from strength to strength this festive season despite Covid-19 pandemic related disruptions. Only in March this year, the world shut down to keep Covid-19 at bay. This meant businesses came to a standstill with no sales activity for weeks at an end.
      The positive outcome of this planned slowdown meant usual sales were delayed and that has meant businesses have now had the opportunity to meet this pent up demand. Add to this, a robust festive season, and most manufacturer have been able to post sales growth.
      Hero MotoCorp 2020 festive season
      Hero MotoCorp being the biggest automaker in India has sold a whopping 14 lakh two-wheelers this festive season. Retail sales off-take calculated is for a 32-day festival period, starting from first day of Navratra and concluding the day after Bhai Duj.
      To put this in perspective, festive season volumes in 2020 is at 98 percent of 2019, which is almost back to normal despite these strained times. This also means on a MoM basis, the company has continued to gain market share and strengthen its top position.
      Splendor has been the best selling motorcycle this festive season
      The recent round of hyper sales was more than necessary considering the slowdown earlier, and also the fact that there’s rather little time left for the calendar year to end if the company has any hope of posting anywhere next to decent sales for the 12 month period ending in December. Sales is at 103 percent as compared to the same period in 2018.
      Sales this season has helped Hero MotoCorp reduce vehicle stock at dealerships to less than four weeks, its lowest ever post-festive inventory. Festival season retails were driven by its strong line of motorcycles including Splendor and HF Deluxe, 125cc motorcycles Glamour and Super Splendor, and the Xtreme 160R, and XPulse range in the premium segment. Glamour BSVI gained volumes in new markets. Destini and Pleasure scooters too secured double-digit growth.
      Hero MotoCorp MoM sales
      Hero MotoCorp has consolidated domestic market share since resumption of plant operations and retail sales in early May. Market share grew by more than 500 bps in October 2020. Hero owes this to robust planning and prep across the spectrum, including dealer partners. Activity has been heightened despite disruptions in the supply chain of components, plant operations and customer touch points once business restarted in may 2020.
      Hero MotoCorp has relied on strict protocols and measures to ensure safety of all stakeholder groups involved. With news revolving around rapid development of Covid-19 vaccines, the global economy could bounce back in the months to comes. Positive forecast by International Monetary Fund (IMF) projectis close to double-digit growth for Indian economy in FY’22. This could boost customer sentiments in general. More

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      2021 Yamaha R125 Unveiled – Receives Euro 5 Engine, And Black Colour

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      2021 Yamaha R125
      Prices of Yamaha R125 will be revealed at the time of its official launch expected later this year

      Yamaha has officially revealed its entry-level faired motorcycle R125. The latest iteration of the faired sports bike is available in two new colour options. It receives a handful of other updates the most prominent of them being an updated Euro-5 compliant engine. Along with this, a lot of accessories will also be made available.
      Additional Colour Options
      The first new colour on offer in the new R125 is Racing Blue with the front fender and tail section in gray and body graphics on fairing. This colour scheme is inspired by its older faired siblings YZF-R6 and YZF-R1. The other colour option on offer is full black with white lines on the tail section and front fairing. This paint scheme also gets golden front forks to increase its appeal.

      Yamaha Blue and Radical Red colour options have been continued from its predecessor. Along with this, the bike has been provided with a lever guard as standard.
      Yamaha R125 continues to draw its power from the same 124.7cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine which now complies with the latest Euro-5 emission standards. Apart from this, there are no major changes and rest of the motorcycle is essentially the same as its predecessor.

      Mechanical Details & Features
      This 124.7cc motor short-stroke motor produces a healthy 15 PS of power and 11.5 Nm of torque. This unit is paired with a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox. It is based on a steel delta box frame with suspension duties carried out by 41mm dia Upside-down telescopic fork at front and link-type suspension type.
      Specs
      2021 Yamaha R125
      Engine
      Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valves
      Displacement
      124.7cc
      Power
      11.0kW (15.0PS) @ 9,000 rpm
      Torque
      11.5Nm (1.16kg-m) @ 8,000 rpm
      Transmission
      6 Speed
      Mileage
      2.13l/100km (46.94 kmpl)
      Frame
      Steel Deltabox
      Front Suspension
      USD
      Rear Suspension
      Swingarm link type
      Front Disc
      292mm single disc
      Rear Disc
      220mm single disc
      Front Tyre
      100/80-17 M/C
      Rear Tyre
      140/70-17 M/C
      LxWxH
      1955x680x1065mm
      Seat ht
      825mm
      Wheelbase
      1355mm
      Ground Clearance
      155mm
      Wet Wt (full oil and fuel)
      144 kgs
      Fuel tank
      11.5 liters
      Oil tank
      1.15 liters
      Anchoring duties are handled by hydraulic discs on both ends with 292mm disc on front and 220mm disc at rear. It rolls on 17-inch alloy wheels with 100/80 section tyres at front and 130/70 section tyres at rear.

      It is equipped with an LCD instrument cluster which reads crucial information from speedometer, tachometer, fuel level, fuel consumption as well as distance to empty. It is a fairly small bike with a wheelbase of 1,355mm and a ground clearance of 155mm. It has a relatively high saddle height of 825mm and a wet weight of 144 kgs (wt with full oil tank and fuel tank). It can accommodate fuel up to 11.5 litres.
      The Japanese brand says that R125 will be launched globally by the end of this year although it is unlikely to make its way to India anytime soon. Currently, Yamaha R15 V3 is the company’s entry-level fully-faired motorcycle in India and is sold in the 150cc category. It is offered at a price of Rs 1.48 lakh (ex-showroom). More

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      Suzuki Burgman Electric Scooter Prototype Spied – Bajaj Chetak Rival

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      Suzuki Burgman Electric Scooter
      Suzuki Burgman electric scooter will lock horns with the Bajaj Chetak, Ather 450 and TVS iQube and offer comparable levels of performance

      Suzuki Motorcycle India had previously expressed its interest in participating in the electric scooter segment when the time is right, and it looks like things have finally started falling into place. A pair of Suzuki Burgman test mules were spotted testing in public road recently, and they seem to be lacking the exhaust canister.
      Suzuki Burgman electric scooter
      The Burgman with its imposing size, edgy styling and premium appeal makes for an interesting product for electrification. While the spy shots are not very clear, the black bulky element near the rear wheel hub is likely carrying the electric driving unit.
      Closer observation also reveals a shock abosorber on the right side (the IC engine variant employs a single-sided shock abosorber on the left side) to manage the extra bulk.
      Technical specifications are scarce as of now but expect Suzuki to equip its first electric scooter for India with a motor offering around 80 kmph of top speed and a lithium-ion battery pack good for a range of around 70-90 km. The Japanese brand is likely to push more a very high localization level for the electric powertrain to take advantage of the government subsidy and arrive at a competitive price point.
      Suzuki Burgman Electric Scooter vs Petrol scooter
      Launch timeline
      The Suzuki Burgman electric test mules appear to be early prototypes to test the new components. We don’t expect the final product to be ready for the market launch before 2022. The styling is likely to be retained but there could be a few design touches to highlight the upcoming EV’s green credentials.
      The Suzuki Burgman’s fully digital instrument console would be offering additional functions typical of an electric scooter. Going by the industry trend, it is reasonable to expect the EV to offer a range of connected features including a comprehensive smartphone app.

      Rivals
      The Suzuki Burgman electric scooter will be locking horns with other premium electric offerings in the country like the Bajaj Chetak, Ather 450 (and its successor), TVS iQube, and so on. It remains to be seen if Suzuki will make its upcoming product available across the country right from day one or resort to a phased launch campaign, starting with tier-I cities.
      The last few months after the lockdown has given the electric scooter market a new impetus as more and more people are embracing private mode of transport. These are exciting times for the nascent electric vehicle industry.
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      Exchange Old Scooter, Motorcycle For New Okinawa Electric Vehicle

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      Okinawa electric scooter dealer
      The scheme has been launched in Ahmedabad, Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Bangalore and Pune for a start and will move to other cities in due course

      The demand for electric vehicles is gaining in importance in India. Its reasons could be a lower purchase price, more economical running costs, lower maintenance and zero emissions. Okinawa is one of the leading electric scooter brand in the country currently.
      With buyers moving towards electric scooters, Okinawa, Indian electric two-wheeler brand, has entered into an alliance with CredR to launch an exchange offer on any petrol based two wheeler for an Okinawa electric scooter. This scheme has been introduced in cities of Ahmedabad, Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Bangalore and Pune for a start and will soon be extended across the country.
      CredR to provide instant exchange price
      This alliance between Okinawa and CredR will ensure customers get instant quotations for their old petrol powered scooters which would go a long way in reducing the up-front cost of Okinawa scooters. Customers would have to bring in their petrol powered two wheelers to any Okinawa showroom for a physical check.
      They would receive a quote which will be ascertained via the proprietary pricing application powered by CredR. CredR will also verify documents, health of the two wheeler and the exchange price would be adjusted against the final cost of the new Okinawa scooter.
      Okinawa Electric Scooters
      ZestMoney “Buy Now, Pay Later”
      Earlier this month, Okinawa also entered into an agreement with ZestMoney, India’s leading AI driven EMI financing and “Buy Now, Pay Later” platform to offer customers easy EMI financing on its entire range of two wheelers products. This facility is available at all Okinawa’s 350+ dealerships in the country.
      Besides being offered at the company stores is also on offer to customers who make bookings via the company’s online portal. Customers will receive a credit limit from ZestMoney by completing their digital KYCs and cans elect a repayment plan as per their choice. This is a completely paperless scheme and can be followed up online.
      Okinawa Range
      Okinawa Electric Scooters are a reliable and affordable means of personal transport. The company has noted the rising demand of safer and more affordable transport and demand for personal transport has risen more so now with the COVID-19 pandemic situation in the country with social distancing measures here to stay. The company also recently introduced the Eco App for the iPraise+ and Ridge+ e-scooters which enables the rider to operate connectivity features related to location, security and vehicle condition.
      The Okinawa Autotech range of e-scooters include iPraise+, Praise Pro, Ridge+, Lite and R30.PraisePro priced at Rs.79,277, the iPraise flagship model at Rs.1.08 lakhs, while the R30 e-scooter and Ridge are priced at Rs.58,992 and Rs.53,390 respectively. More

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      New Triumph Tiger 850 Sport Unveiled – India Launch Feb 2021

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      2021 Triumph Tiger 850 Sport
      The Triumph Tiger 850 Sport has a service interval of 16,000 km and a warranty of 2 years unlimited km

      Less than a year from introducing the new generation Tiger 900, Triumph has withdrawn the entry level variant of the adventure tourer and replaced it with a reconfigured model in a bid to make the product family more manageable and accessible. Called the Triumph Tiger 850 Sport, the new variant aims to lure first time adventure buyers to the iconic nameplate.
      Triumph Tiger 850 Sport
      Triumph says that there is a sizable number of prospective customers, mostly first time big bike buyers, who seek an affordable motorcycle which is not overloaded by the latest electronic gadgetry and offers a non-aggressive yet strong performance. The end result is an entry level adventure tourer which offers less power and is more focused on tarmac touring compared to the Tiger 900 variants.

      Visually, the Triumph Tiger 850 Sport differentiates itself from the 900 family by means of dual-tone color themes (Graphite and Diablo Red, and Graphite and Caspian Blue). With 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels shod with latest Michelin Anakee Adventure tyres, the Tiger 850 Sport is capable of handling bad roads and moderate trails with ease.
      Specifications
      The Triumph Tiger 850 Sport continues to employ the 900 family’s 888 cc in-line three-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine with T-Plane crank shaft. However, the motor is tuned to deliver a relatively modest output of 85 hp (10 hp less) at 8,500 rpm and 82 Nm (5 Nm less) at 6,500.

      The peak power and torque are produced at lower engine speeds compared to the Triumph 900. The transmission is a 6-speed unit which is connected to the engine via a slip and assist clutch.
      Specs
      Triumph Tiger 850 Sport
      Engine
      888 cc, Liquid-cooled, 12 valve, DOHC, inline 3-cylinder
      Maximum Power
      85 PS / 84 bhp (62.5 kW) @ 8,500 rpm
      Maximum Torque
      82 Nm (60lbft) @ 6,500 rpm
      Gearbox
      6 speed
      Frame
      Tubular steel frame, bolt on sub frame
      Swingarm
      Twin-sided, cast aluminium
      Front Wheel
      Cast alloy, 19 x 2.5 in
      Rear Wheel
      Cast alloy, 17 x 4.25 in
      Front Tyre
      100/90-19
      Rear Tyre
      150/70R17
      Front Suspension
      Marzocchi 45mm upside down forks
      Rear Suspension
      Marzocchi rear suspension unit, manual preload adjustment
      Front Brakes
      Twin 320mm floating discs
      Rear Brakes
      Single 255mm disc
      Instruments
      5″ TFT screen
      Length
      2248 mm (88.50 in)
      Width (Handlebars)
      830 mm (32.67in)
      Height Without Mirrors
      1410-1460 mm (55.51-57.48 in)
      Seat Height
      810-830 mm (31.88-32.67 in)
      Wheelbase
      1556 mm (61.25 in)
      Dry weight
      192 kg (423 lb)
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      20 litres (5.28 US gal)
      Mileage
      19.23 kmpl
      Warranty
      2 years / unlimited kms
      Service Interval
      16,000 kms
      The motorcycle offers 2 riding modes – road and rain. The Euro 5 compliant motor can also be specified in A2 avatar in Europe with restricted power output for new riders.
      Despite being a cost-sensitive base model, the Tiger 850 Sport does not skimp on hardware. The adventure tourer sports 45 mm Marzocchi inverted telescopic front forks and a rear monoshock with pre-load adjustment. Braking is taken care of by a pair of 320 mm front discs stopped by monoblock 4-piston Brembo Stylema calipers and a 255 mm single rear disc with Brembo single-piston sliding caliper.

      While the motorcycle offers two-channel ABS and switchable traction control as standard, they are not supported by IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) like higher 900 variants, and hence are not cornering-sensitive. Other noteworthy features include a 5-inch high-contrast TFT instrument display, full LED lighting and 12v power socket. The bike will be offered with a range of 60 accessories.
      Price and launch
      At 9,300 pounds (on-the-road, UK), the Triumph Tiger 850 Sport is 200 pounds cheaper than the now discontinued entry level Triumph Tiger 900 despite offering more features like full LED headlights, Anakee tyres and Brembo Stylema front brakes. Compared to the Tiger 900 GT, the cost savings are even higher.
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      The Tiger 850 is slated to hit the European market towards the end of January 2021. India launch is scheduled in Feb 2021. Expect the new variant to be priced well below the current Tiger range which starts at INR 13.7 lakh (ex-showroom) for the GT variant. The primary rival is the BMW F 750 GS. More

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      Mahindra To Launch BSA Motorcycle In The UK – Likely To Get Jawa Based Engine

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      BSA Motorcycles
      BSA motorcycles are expected to be pitched as a premium alternative to the Royal Enfield products in Europe

      Classic Legends, a partial subsidiary of Mahindra, is all set to establish its production footprint abroad. After resurrecting Jawa Motorcycles, the two wheeler maker is on course to do the same for the iconic British brand BSA. Anand Mahindra, Chairman, Mahindra Group, announced that the first of the new BSA motorcycles will be assembled by Classic Legends in the UK starting from mid-2021.
      BSA Motorcycles by Classic Legends
      The timeline indicates that the new BSA motorcycle is almost ready for production and the company is just waiting for the Brexit negotiations to be completed. It is being reported that the product in question is likely being developed in India.
      Established in 1861, Birmingham Small Arms (BSA) started its life as a weapons manufacturer before diversifying into motorcycles in early 20th century. After thriving for decades, the motorcycle division’s fortunes started dwindling in 1960’s before eventually going bankrupt in 1972. With a rich heritage and a positive brand recall, the BSA brand has a potential for revival with right kind of product, and that is exactly what Classic Legends has in mind.
      Market positioning
      Even though the first BSA motorcycle by Classic Legends is only a few months away from entering production, we don’t know much about the technical details. It is being reported that the company is aiming to target the 5,000 to 10,000 pound segment (INR 4.92 lakh to 9.84 lakh).
      Jawa in Europe
      This suggests that the product is likely to be a medium displacement retro-classic roadster commanding a premium over comparable Royal Enfield products. Coincidentally, the recently launched Jawa in Czech Republic by Mahindra Classic Legends, is priced in a similar range. Price of Jawa in Europe starts from €6k (approx Rs 5.23L). It is possible Mahindra uses the Jawa based engine for their BSA range of motorcycles. Jawa currently has two single cylinder engine options on offer – one is a 295cc unit while the other is a 334cc unit.
      More details are likely to trickle down in the coming months as the company gets ready for the market launch. Assembly operations in the UK strongly suggests that Europe is the primary target market where the brand has a better recall. Selling a British-made motorcycle in India in a segment dominated my Royal Enfield is not exactly a sound business plan, and hence, we think BSA may not have our country on its radar.
      BSA electric motorcycle on the anvil
      According to The Guardian, Classic Legends has received a grant of 4.3 million pounds (around INR 45.2 Cr) from the UK government to develop an electric motorcycle. The grant will be used to set up a technical center at Banbury, Oxfordshire, with an estimated generation of 255 jobs.
      The electric BSA in question is expected to be ready by end of 2021. It remains to be seen if this has any connection to the electric platform that Classic Legends is reported to be developing for India.
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      Honda CB350 vs Royal Enfield Classic 350 vs Meteor – Vibration Test

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      Vibration Test By Nitin Autoroids
      Which is the motorcycle that offers the lowest vibrations?

      Vibrations from a motorcycle may not matter much for short, occasional rides, but it can have a dramatic impact during long distance touring. It can give you that shaky feeling and make you fatigued as well. If we consider a span of several years, motorcycle vibrations may also result in lower back pain issues. These risk factors make it imperative that we choose a ride that has the least vibration.
      Vibration test – Honda H’Ness CB350 Vs. Meteor 350 Vs. Classic 350
      The most popular cruiser motorcycle in the country is Royal Enfield Classic 350, which is known for its rugged quality and reliable performance. As may be recalled, Royal Enfield motorcycles are also used by the Indian Army in some of the most challenging terrains in the world. Royal Enfield motorcycles are no doubt good, but one common complaint is the significant amount of vibration they generate.
      The company seems to have acknowledged these issues and is in the process of making improvements in its next-gen products. The first of these is Meteor 350 that has significantly less vibration, as compared to Classic 350. We have already seen this in an earlier video.
      But how does Meteor 350 fare against its primary rival, Honda H’Ness CB350? Answer to that question has now been revealed in this new video by Nitin Autoroids, that compares vibration of Honda CB350 vs. Meteor 350 vs. Classic 350.
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      In this test too, a glass of water (plastic glass) has been used to test vibration. On Honda CB350, the water filled glass remains still on the fuel tank as well as on the rear seat. Results are the same at higher rpm.
      On Meteor 350, the glass remains still when the engine is idling. However, when the rpm is increased, the glass of water starts to move. On Classic 350, the glass experiences significant vibrations. It moves and falls off the rear seat at high rpm. As compared to Classic 350, Honda CB350 and Meteor were able to sustain the glass for much longer duration.
      Vibration test conclusion
      According to the YouTuber, Honda CB350 has the least vibration among the three bikes. At number two is Meteor 350, which had increased vibrations at higher rev speeds. Classic 350 is obviously the last in this test result.
      Disclaimer – It is important to note that although this test methodology seems reliable, it is not a replacement for measuring vibration using specialized tools. The results may vary if proper vibration measurement tools are used. That way, it will also tell us exactly how much vibration is coming from each of these motorcycles. More

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      Evoke Urban Classic Electric Motorcycle Spied In India – Launch Soon

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      Evoke Urban Classic Electric Motorcycle
      Evoke Motorcycles earlier planned to set foot in India an entry-level bike named ‘Project M1’

      Electric two-wheeler manufacturer Evoke’s first electric bike has officially landed in India ahead of its launch. First unit of Urban Classic electric motorcycle has been unboxed in what could be Evoke Motorcycles first showroom in India or at a hall for private presentation.
      Pictures of the same have been posted by Tesla Club India on Twitter. Evoke is a Chinese brand which claims to sell the fastest electric bikes in Asia. Apart from the Urban Classic power cruiser, Evoke currently retails Evoke Urban S, the cruiser’s naked twin in global markets.
      Evoke Urban Classic Electric Motorcycle
      Dimensions
      There are no further details attached to the images which might give us some additional information. Speaking of Urban Classic, the electric bike is 2,030 mm long and 710 mm wide plus it has a wheelbase of 1,380mm. It has a saddle height of 760mm and a ground clearance of a meagre 130mm. The electric power cruiser has a kerb weight of 179 kg and it gets a payload capacity of 150 kg.
      Hardware & Features
      Coming to its dynamics, the Urban Classic rolls on a 3.00×17-inch alloy wheel at front and 6.00×17-inch wheel at rear. These are wrapped by 110/70 sections of tyres at front and 180/55 at rear. Anchoring duties are carried out dual 300×4 mm disc brakes with dual 4-piston hydraulic callipers at front and 220×4 mm disc brake with 2-piston hydraulic calliper at rear.
      Specs
      Evoke Urban Classic Electric Motorcycle
      Max Power
      19 kW (26 ps)
      Max Torque
      86 ft-lb (116 Nm)
      Drive
      Hub motor
      Battery
      8.4 kWh Lithium ion
      Battery Life
      2 Lakh kms
      Charger
      3.6 kW
      0-80% Charging Time
      90 minutes
      Top Speed
      130 kmph
      Max Range
      200 kms
      0-60 kmph
      3 seconds
      0-100 kmph
      6 seconds
      Front Brake
      300mm Dual Disc
      Rear Brake
      220mm Single Disc CBS
      Front Tyre
      110/70 – R17
      Rear Tyre
      180/55 – R17
      Front Suspension
      USD Forks
      Rear Suspension
      Monoshock
      Kerb Wt
      179 kgs
      Carrying Capacity
      150 kgs
      Wheelbase
      1380 mm
      Length
      2030mm
      Width
      710mm
      Seat Ht
      760mm
      Ground Clearance
      130mm
      Ride Modes
      Pro, City, ECO
      Console
      Digital
      Reverse Gear
      Yes
      Lights
      LED
      Regen Braking
      Yes
      Price
      USD 8,499 (Rs 6.32 lakhs)
      Strangely there is no ABS on offer but a CBS does the job. Suspension duties at the front are carried out by a 42 mm inverted fork while at the rear it is taken care by an adjustable mono-shock unit.
      Some of the notable features on board are LCD touchscreen instrument console, LED headlights, multiple riding modes namely- Pro, City and Eco; and diamond-stitched Tibetan leather seats. Evoke Urban Classic is offered in two paint schemes- Galaxy Black and Oceanic Blue.

      Powertrain
      In terms of its powertrains, a 19 kW hub motor mounted on the rear wheel draws power from an 8.42 kWh Lithium-ion NMC battery pack. This setup returns an output of 26 PS of maximum power and 117 Nm of peak torque. It can achieve a top speed of 130 kmph and claims a 0-60 kmph acceleration in 3 seconds flat.
      The claimed range on the battery pack on single-charge is 200 km. Evoke provides its customers with a 3.6 kW charger which juices the battery from 0-80 percent in just 90 minutes.

      As per earlier reports, Evoke was initially planning to introduce a new entry-level bike codenamed ‘Project M1’ in India. The planned localisation level of this electric motorcycle was kept at 70 percent to keep its cost in check. It was to compete with other 125-150cc bikes in the Indian market. On the other hand, Evoke Urban Classic is offered at a price of USD 8,499 which translates to INR 6.33 lakh.
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