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      Two Wheeler Sales, Exports Nov 2020 – Hero, Honda, TVS, Bajaj, Enfield, Suzuki, Yamaha

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      Most two wheeler brands in the country registered growth in November 2020 when compared to the same month of the previous year

      The festive season brought in some cheer, not only for carmakers in India but also for major two wheeler brands. Sales growth has been reported across the two wheeler segment by Hero, Honda, Bajaj, TVS and Royal Enfield while total YoY growth stood at 13.44 percent.
      However, the same could not be said about MoM growth where each of these manufacturers noted de-growth. This is a general trend wherein sales peak during the festive months and fall soon after.
      Two wheeler sales in November 2020 increased to 15,94,304 units, up 13.44 percent as against 14,05,389 units sold in November 2019. This was a 1,88,915 unit increase marked by rising need for personal means of travel and the fact that most buyers had put purchases on hold over the past several months due to the COVID-19 pandemic. MoM sales however dipped substantially by 19.93 percent with 19,91,260 units sold in Oct 20.
      Hero and Honda claim sales charts
      Hero MotoCorp sales surged 13.83 percent to 5,75,957 units in Nov 20, up from 5,05,994 units sold in Nov 19. The company commands a 36.13 market share. Strong demand was noted across all segment including the Splendor+ and HF Deluxe along with the Glamour, Super Splendor and Xtreme 160R. The Destini and Pleasure scooters also witnessed strong customer preference. When taking MoM sales into account, Hero MotoCorp noted a 21.37 percent de-growth as against 7,32,498 units sold in Oct 20. Hero MotoCorp exports declined by 3.6% to 15,134 units in Nov 2020.
      Two Wheeler Sales Sales Nov 2020 vs Nov 2019 (YoY) vs Oct 2020 (MoM)
      The Honda Activa helped the company post 10.54 percent growth in Nov 20. Total Honda two wheeler sales stood at 4,12,641 units, up from 3,73,283 units sold in the same month of the previous year while the company commands a market share of 25.88 percent. MoM sales however dipped 16.55 percent as against 4,94,459 units sold in Oct 20. Honda exports declined by 11% to 20,565 units.
      TVS Motor Company noted a 29.58 percent growth in domestic sales in the past month. Domestic two-wheeler sales stood at 247,789 units sold in Nov 20 as against 191,222 units sold in the corresponding period last year. MoM sales dipped 17.78 percent as against 3,01,380 units sold in Oct 20. TVS exports increased by 9% to 63,370 units.
      Two Wheeler Exports Nov 2020
      Bajaj Auto Limited was another two wheeler maker to note sales past the 1 lakh unit mark. Sales for Nov 20 stood at 1,88,196 units, up 6.73 percent as compared to 1,76,337 units sold in Nov 19 with a market share of 11.80 percent. However, when taking MoM sales into account, the company noted 29.94 percent de-growth as 2,68,613 units had been sold in domestic markets in Oct 20. Bajaj maintained position as No 1 two wheeler exporter with 18% growth – exporting almost 1.97 lakh motorcycles.
      RE, Suzuki and Yamaha Sales
      Royal Enfield noted sales growth, albeit marginally by 1.36 percent. Sales in Nov 20 stood at 59,084 units up from 58,292 units sold in Nov 19 while MoM sales dipped 11.67 percent with 66,891 units sold in Oct 20. The new RE Meteor 350 Meteor was launched in November in a total of three variants namely Fireball, Stellar and Supernova. The company had received over 8,000 bookings in two weeks of launch. Models such as the Royal Enfield Bullet 350, Classic 350, Himalayan, Continental GT 650 and Interceptor 650 also added to company sales.
      Lower down the order were Suzuki Motorcycle India and Yamaha. Suzuki clocked 5.63 percent de-growth in Nov 20 with 57,429 units sold as against 60,855 units sold in the same month of the previous year. Currently commanding a 3.60 percent market share, the company also noted de-growth in terms of MoM sales as 67,225 units had been sold in Oct 20.
      No
      2Wheeler Domestic
      Nov-20
      Nov-19
      1
      Hero (+14%)
      5,75,957
      5,05,994
      2
      Honda (+11%)
      4,12,641
      3,73,283
      3
      TVS (+30%)
      2,47,789
      1,91,222
      4
      Bajaj (+7%)
      1,88,196
      1,76,337
      5
      Royal Enfield (+1%)
      59,084
      58,292
      6
      Suzuki (-6%)
      57,429
      60,855
      7
      Yamaha (+35%)
      53,208
      39,406
      –
      Total
      15,94,304
      14,05,389
      The Japanese two wheeler brand Yamaha has noted its fifth consecutive month of YoY sales growth after the lockdown was announced earlier this year. Sales increased 35.03 percent in Nov 20 with 53,208 units sold as against 39,406 units sold in Nov 19. An 11.30 percent de-growth was noted in MoM sales as against 60,176 units sold in Oct 20.
      Forecasts indicate that there could be increased demand for two wheelers in the country in view of stronger rural sentiments, improved finance availability and a gradual progress in business and economic activities in the months ahead. More

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      2021 Ducati Monster Makes Global Debut – Gets Lighter, More Powerful

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      2021 Ducati Monster
      The 2021 Ducati Monster achieves a staggering weight saving of 18 kg

      Ducati’s fifth and the final episode of its World Premiere series has landed, and the star of the show is the all-new Monster. The famous Italian street fighter has clocked sales of over 350,000 so far and the latest iteration emerges to be even more appealing. Like the Multistrada V4 which debuted a few weeks ago, 2021 Ducati Monster benefits from a comprehensive overhaul.
      2021 Ducati Monster
      Ducati started out with a mission of preserving the Monster’s minimalism while modernizing the overall package. The end result is a sporty looking compact sportsbike with a new full LED headlamp (the DRL reminds us of the MG Agusta Brutale though), a new fuel tank with ‘Bison-Back’ profile, dynamically sweeping LED indcators and a simple tailpiece.

      The rake angle, handlebar position and foot peg position have been tweaked to offer better ergonomics. The new Monster is claimed to be easier to handle in tight spots. The standard seat height is 820 mm which can be lowered to 800 mm by means of an accessory. If that isn’t short enough, Ducati also offers a special suspension spring kit that lowers the entire motorcycle to offer a ride height of 775 mm.
      There is a Plus variant with a compact visor and pillion seat cover as standard fitment. The 2021 Ducati Monster is available in three colour options namely Ducati Red, Matte Black and Aviator Grey (with fluorescent red rims). The motorcycle still is instantly recognizable as a Monster but has a decidedly modern appeal.

      Improvements under the surface
      The new Monster is a completely different vehicle under the skin compared to its predecessor. The most significant change comes in the form of the aluminium front frame derived from Panigale V4. The component which only weighs 3 kg brings a massive weight saving of 4.5 kg and is bolted directly to the head stock thereby making the engine a stressed member. The rear sub-frame is made of Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) which saves about 2 kg compared to the Monster 821.
      That’s not all. Ducati engineers have undertaken a massive light-weighting exercise by optimizing each and every component. The swing arm, rims, engine and frame together contribute to a massive weight saving of 18 kg compared to the outgoing Monster. With a dry weight of 166 kg, the new motorcycle should be a lot more agile than before.

      Specifications
      Keeping with the upsizing trend to comply with the Euro-5 emission norms, the 2021 Ducati Monster’s 11-degree Testastretta liquid-cooled, twin-cylinder engine now displaces 937 cc. The power and torque figures stand at 111 hp (2 hp more than 821) and 93 Nm. Ducati says that the motor offers better low- and mid-range torque performance. Service interval to check the valve clearance, called as the Desmo Service, is at 30,000 km. Transmission is a 6-speed unit.
      Specs
      Monster, Monster+
      Monster 1200, Monster 1200S
      Engine
      Testastretta L-Twin
      Testastretta L-Twin
      Displacement
      937cc
      1198cc
      Power
      111hp @9250 rpm
      147 hp @ 9250 rpm
      Torque
      94 Nm @6500 rpm
      123 Nm @ 7750 rpm
      Transmission
      6 speed
      6 speed
      Cooling
      Liquid
      Liquid
      Drive
      Chain
      Chain
      Frame
      Aluminum Front
      Tubular steel trellis
      Front Suspension
      43mm USD
      Fully adjustable KYB 43mm USD / Fully adjustable Öhlins 48mm
      Rear Suspension
      Linkage-assisted adjustable mono
      Linkage-assisted adjustable mono / Linkage-assisted adjustable Öhlins shock
      Tyres
      Pirelli Diablo Rosso III
      Pirelli Diablo Rosso III
      Front Tyre
      120/70 x 17
      120/70 x 17
      Rear Tyre
      180/55 x 17
      190/55 x 17
      Front Brake
      320 mm dual disc
      320 mm / 330 mm dual
      Rear Brake
      245 mm single disc
      245 mm single disc
      ABS
      Cornering-aware
      Bosch Cornering ABS
      Wheelbase
      1474mm
      1486mm
      Seat Ht
      820mm
      795 mm or 820 mm
      Fuel Tank
      14 liters
      16.6 liters
      Kerb wt (including liquids)
      188 kgs
      213 kgs / 210 kgs
      Price
      $11,895 / $12,195
      $14,995 / $17,795
      The 2021 Ducati Monster is equipped with upside-down telescopic front forks and rear monoshock. The Brembo braking system consists of a 320 mm twin front discs with 2-piston calipers and a single-disc at the rear with single-piston caliper. The naked sportsbike is shod with Pirelli Diablo Rosso III tires with a larger 180 mm section rear unit.
      Equipment
      The new Ducati Monster boasts of a comprehensive electronic system including cornering ABS and traction control system, Ducati Wheelie Control and Launch Control. The motorcycle also gets three riding modes – Sport, Touring and Urban which change the engine maps as well as settings of the electronic aids.
      The Monster 937 features a colour TFT instrument console which can adopt the optional Ducati Multimedia System for smartphone connectivity. The new Ducati should arrive in India sometime next year. More

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      2021 KTM Duke 125 India Launch Soon – Gets Digital Speedo From Duke 200

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      The 2021 KTM Duke 125 looks identical to its 200 sibling but it sports different color theme

      The smallest member of the venerable KTM Duke family of street fighters is finally set to get the much needed aesthetic upgrade its siblings have already received. In addition to the visual upgrade, the 2021 KTM Duke 125 is also expected to receive the upgraded frame which caters to the 200 Duke variant.
      2021 KTM 125 Duke
      Design of the 2021 KTM 125 Duke will be derived from the bigger engined Duke 200 which received the update earlier this year. The old school look will be replaced by the Austrian’s brand’s new visual identity characterized by an angular headlamp with LED DRLs, new fuel tank shrouds with sharp extensions, and a steeply raked tailpiece with exposed rear sub-frame. The only visual differentiator between the new 125 and 200 Duke variants will be the colour themes and decals.
      The 2021 KTM Duke 125 is reported to adopt the 200’s upgraded chassis which is a steel trellis unit with bolt-on rear sub-frame. The fuel tank capacity is also expected to be increased, leading to a higher kerb weight to the tune of 7-10 kg.
      The updated compact displacement premium street fighter will retain its WP inverted telescopic front forks and rear monoshock. The 17-inch alloy wheels and the front and rear disc brakes are also carried forward. For India, the motorcycle is equipped with single-channel ABS.
      KTM Duke 200
      Equipment
      In a bid to keep the costs in check, the entry-level KTM motorcycle will be offered with halogen headlight and LED DRLs just like the 200 and 250 Duke. Only the 390 Duke sports the striking vertically bifurcated full LED headlamp unit. The 2021 KTM 125 Duke will receive the new LCD screen from the 200.
      Bookings and launch
      Bookings for the new 125 are open now and the launch is expected to be just around the corner. While the changes are comprehensive, most of the new components are shared it its siblings thus leading to a good economies of scale. So, we expect the price hike to be nominal (somewhere in the range of INR 5,000 to 7,000).
      Needless to say, the 2021 KTM 125 Duke will be made alongside its siblings at Bajaj Auto’s Chakan plant for global consumption. The company will be hoping to get its export operations to the pre-COVID levels in 2021.
      It is to be noted that the plant also manufacturers Husqvarna 200, 250 and 401 variants of its Vitpilen and Svartpilen motorcycles for global consumption. A Husqvarna electric motorcycle and scooter are also expected to join the made-in-India lineup sometime next year.
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      2021 Kawasaki Ninja 250, 250 KRT Edition Unveiled In Japan

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      2021 Kawasaki Ninja 250 KRT
      Ninja 250 is essentially unchanged except the addition of a new KRT Edition with a new paint scheme and livery

      Kawasaki continues to dominate World Superbike series as usual. Now, Team Green has introduced the latest iteration of the most affordable Ninja in its home market. Yes, Kawasaki has officially unveiled its entry-level Ninja 250 for the year 2021. Along with the standard variant, the Japanese bikemaker has also added a special KRT edition to the lineup.
      The standard variant comes in Metallic Carbon Gray colour scheme which features a white and grey paint along with red accents on the sides. The KRT edition is sportier of the two with black, red and white accents sprayed all around its bodywork.
      The new livery will instantly remind motorsport fans of Team Green’s WSBK championship bike. This derivative is similar to the one found in Ninja 400 KRT Edition. Mechanically it is the same as the standard Ninja 300 and its outgoing model. The changes in MY-2021 model is limited to the addition of the new colour and graphics.
      Design & Features
      Design-wise, the new Ninja 400 is identical to its predecessor which gets a muscular faired design with a sloping fuel tank and an upswept exhaust. It receives the signature Kawasaki twin-pod LED headlight and taillights and fairing integrated front blinkers.
      2021 Kawasaki Ninja 250 KRT
      Other notable highlights include a semi-digital instrument cluster, blacked-out alloy wheels and a split-style saddle. The company is also offering an optional accessories kit which includes a DC power socket, a radiator screen, a rear seat cowl and a large windscreen.
      Hardware
      Hardware too is identical to the outgoing model. Suspension duties are handled by 41 mm standard telescopic fork at front and a bottom link mono-shock at rear. Anchoring setup includes 310mm front and 220mm rear petal-type discs assisted by a dual-channel ABS. Ground clearance and saddle height are pegged at 145 mm and 795 mm respectively.
      Powertrain & Price
      Ninja 250 continues to draw its power from a 248 cc parallel-twin, liquid-cooled, DOHC engine which kicks out 36.2 bhp at 12,500rpm and 23 Nm of peak torque at 10,000rpm. This unit is paired to a six-speed gearbox along with an assist and slipper clutch. It goes on sale in Japan in the coming few days and will be offered at a price of ¥6,43,500 (approximately Rs. 4.57 lakh) for the standard variant while the KRT edition is priced at ¥6,54,500 (roughly Rs. 4.62 lakh).
      Ninja 250 is one of the few faired motorcycles left in the quarter-litre segment and still continues to pull large consumers in selected few markets. In India, Ninja 250 was replaced by Ninja 300 and is offered at a price of Rs 3.16 lakh (ex-showroom, India). The quarter-litre motorcycle is not likely to make a comeback in India anytime soon, however, Kawasaki would surely earn praises if it introduces a KRT edition to Ninja 300. More

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      Yamaha India Nov 2020 Sales Growth – Fascino, Ray, R15, FZ, MT15

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      Yamaha MT15
      The company is upbeat about its prospects in December 2020 and beyond as the demand of personal mobility is on the rise due to the pandemic

      Yamaha India has been steadily building up a momentum in sales growth ever since the country came out of lockdown. The Japanese two wheeler maker started registering YoY growth since June and has been witnessing increased growth rate consistently.
      Yamaha India sales November 2020
      In October 2020, Yamaha India’s sales volume registered an impressive 31% growth rate at 60,176 units. The festive season rush and the pent up demand worked in the company’s favour. In November 2020, the company clocked sales of 53,208 units as against 39,406 units during the same month last year. This represents a YoY growth of 35%.
      The commendable growth rate in sales volume stems from a relatively small base compared to the competitors but it also represents an increase in demand. Yamaha upgraded its entire scooter portfolio to 125 cc fuel-injected engine and introduced BS6-upgrades for its entire lineup. The growth comes despite the two wheeler maker introducing a nominal hike across its portfolio last month.
      Yamaha India says that it is confident of continuing its record sales growth run in December as well. The company is also optimistic about its growth prospects in 2021 as the varied demand for personal mobility is on the rise due to the pandemic.
      Yamaha India Sales Nov 2020 vs Nov 2019 vs Oct 2020
      Recent marketing initiatives by Yamaha
      In a bid to keep its product portfolio relevant and appealing, Yamaha India recently introduced Bluetooth connectivity as an accessory called Yamaha Motorcycle Connect X. The accessory is available as standard with the FZS-FI Dark Knight edition. The company also has been running the “Color Your Warrior” campaign which supports a wider range of color options for its popular MT-15 street fighter.
      Responding to the changing paradigm of retail sales during the COVID crisis, the company set up Yamaha Virtual Store in addition to making its accessories and apparels available on Amazon.in.
      More over, the company has been dishing out special editions of its motorcycles on a regular basis to target younger audience. Yesterday, the company came up with a Vintage Edition of the FZ-S FI V3 with a slightly larger brown saddle and exclusive decals. In Brazil, they launched the Yamaha FZ25 Avengers, Captain Marvel and Black Panther editions.

      With no major new mass market product launch on the horizon, we expect Yamaha India to continue its experimentation with special editions of its exiting range of BS6 ready scooters and motorcycles. More

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      Revolt Electric Motorcycle Prices Increased Up To Rs 14k – Bookings Closed

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      Revolt Electric Motorcycle
      This is the second time that the company has increased prices this year, the first being in Feb 2020

      Electric two wheeler maker Revolt Intellicorp Pvt. Ltd has announced a price hike for its two electric bikes RV300 and RV400. The two bikes were launched in India last year (Aug 2019) and introduced across the country in a phased manner.
      At first, the two bikes were only available via EMI option, which Revolt called as MRP or My Revolt Plan. But just two months after the launch, in Oct 2019, the company also announced one time payment option. Prices of both these options have now been increased.
      Revolt RV400 Price Hike
      The RV400 is now priced at Rs.1,18,999, up Rs.10,000 over its earlier price of Rs.1,08,999. Booking amount has been increased by Rs.4,200. While earlier buyers could earlier make a down payment of Rs.2,999, they will now be able to booking the RV400 at Rs.7,199. This means the effective price hike is of Rs 14,200.
      EMI schemes, for 36 and 24 months are also on offer with the RV400. The 38 month scheme came in at an earlier price of Rs.3,999 which is not applicable as on date. The 36 month EMI scheme and 24 month EMI scheme are now at Rs.4,399 and Rs.6,075 respectively. There is also a one-time booking and payment option available to buyers up Rs.14,200 from an earlier Rs.1,11,998 to Rs.1,26,198.
      Revolt Electric Motorcycle Prices Dec 2020
      The price of the RV300 has also been increased by Rs.10,000. The old price of Rs.84,999 has now been increased to Rs.94,999 while a one-time payment and booking charge has been increased by Rs.14,200 from 87,998 to Rs.1,02,198. Booking amount has also been increased by Rs.4,200 from an earlier Rs.2,999 to Rs.7,199.
      The RV300 is offered with 36 month and 24 month EMI schemes. The 36 month EMI scheme is now at Rs.3,174, up Rs.175 as against Rs.2,999 offered earlier and the 24 month EMI scheme has been introduced at Rs.4,383. Both the RV400 and RV300 are entitled to FAME II subsidy at Rs.32,000 and Rs.27,000 respectively which can be claimed only once as per Aadhar Card.
      Revolt RV 300
      New Price
      One Time Pay
      94,999
      36 Month EMI
      3,174
      24 Month EMI
      4,383
      Booking Amount
      7,199
      One Time Pay + Booking
      1,02,198

      Revolt RV 400
      New Price
      One Time Pay
      1,18,999
      38 Month EMI
      NA
      36 Month EMI
      4,399
      24 Month EMI
      6,075
      Booking Amount
      7,199
      One Time Pay + Booking
      1,26,198
      Bookings closed
      Revolt Intellicorp has announced that they will not be accepting any fresh bookings as on date due to overwhelming response. New orders will only open from 15th December 2020. Though made in India, certain parts of the motorcycle are imported from China. Due to lockdown and ongoing border issues with China, many OEMs have faced issues with supply chain. This has resulted in issues like higher waiting period, unavailability of spares, etc.
      Engine Specs
      The RV300 uses a 2.7 kWh battery pack powering the 1.5 kW motor. The bike can reach a max riding range of 180 km/charge and a top speed of 65 km/h. The two electric bikes are offered in three modes of Eco, Normal and Sport, each of which changes riding range by limiting top speed. The bikes can be changed via a 15 amp socket while users can also remove the battery pack from the bike and carry it to either their homes or work place to charge it.
      Revolt RV400 is powered by a 3.24 kW battery pack which powers the 3 kW motor to generate 170 Nm torque. This allows for a riding range of 150 km/charge while the bike can reach a top speed of 85 km/h. The battery of the RV400 can be charged from 0 to 75 percent in three hours and upto 100 percent in 4.5 hours. More

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      Suzuki Scooter, Motorcycle Sales Nov 2020 Decline – Access, Burgman, Gixxer

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      Image – Sinha Suzuki
      Suzuki says that the retail sales operations have been registering sustainable growth compared to last year

      Contrary to the positive growth trend of the two wheeler industry in November 2020, Suzuki Motorcycles India posted a YoY decline of 7.93% in overall sales. The company, however, remains positive about its immediate prospects as more and more people are opting for personal mobility.
      Suzuki Motorcycles India November 2020 sales
      Suzuki sold a total of 64,224 units last month compared to 69,755 units during the same month in 2019. The domestic dispatch accounted to 57,429 units which represented a YoY decline of 5.63% while the exports dropped by 23.65% (at 6,795 units) mainly due to pandemic induced challenges.
      Looking at the MoM growth rate, the Japanese two wheeler brand registered a decline of 14.57% in domestic sales compared to 67,225 units in October 2020. The overall sales of 76,865 units in October 2020 is Suzuki’s highest monthly sales performance in the country.
      However, Suzuki Motorcycles India revealed that the retail sales is actually indicating a sustained growth in demand compared to last year. In the scooter range, it was the Access which delivered highest sales. Other scooter in lineup is Burgman. Motorcycle range includes Gixxer and Intruder. Below is the detailed sales table of Suzuki for Nov 2020.
      Suzuki Two Wheeler Sales Nov 2020 vs Nov 2019 (YoY) vs Oct 2020 (MoM)
      New addition to the portfolio
      Suzuki introduced the V-Strom 650XT BS6 to its premium motorcycle lineup last month. The company is happy about the number of queries the medium displacement adventure touring has been receiving.
      In October, Suzuki introduced a refreshed version of its popular Access scooter in addition to the sporty Burgman 125. New color themes for the Gixxer family were introduced as well.
      Suzuki electric scooter on the anvil
      Like most other two wheeler OEMs, Suzuki is seriously looking at the electric scooter segment. The company had previously expressed its interest in this sector and a pair of prototypes of what appeared to be a pure electric Burgman was recently caught testing in India.
      While the prototypes retained the India-spec Suzuki Burgman 125’s edgy design, they eschewed the exhaust canister. The test mules appear to be equipped with an additional spring at the rear to handle the added weight of the electric powertrain. Nothing much is know as of now but we expect the Suzuki electric scooter for India to have sufficient localization and appropriate technical specifications to take advantage of the government’s FAME II subsidy.
      One can expect the Suzuki Burgman electric to be equipped with fully digital dashboard with connectivity features, sprightly performance, a range of around 80 km, and a price tag in the vicinity of INR 1 lakh (ex-showroom). The zero emission urban runabout is not expected to be ready before 2022. More

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      Honda Activa Helps HMSI Nov 2020 Sales Cross 4 Lakh – 10% Growth

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      New Honda Activa 6G 20th Anniversary Edition
      Activa has once again been the best selling Honda two wheeler in India

      In line with industry trends, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has registered positive YoY growth in November. A total of 4,12,641 units were sold in the domestic market, which is YoY gain of 10.54%. Sales during the corresponding period last year stood at 3,73,283 units. However, MoM sales have turned negative at -16.55%. Sales during October 2020 were 4,94,459 units.
      MoM de-growth in November is not surprising, since this has been the usual trend in post festive period. Two wheeler sales usually attain their peak during the festive season and tend to dip in the subsequent period.
      Honda two wheeler exports
      Honda exported a total of 20,565 units in November, which is YoY de-growth of -11.04%. Exports during the corresponding period last year stood at 23,116 units. MoM de-growth is much higher at -37.15%, as compared to 32,721 units exported in October 2020.
      Honda total sales (domestic + exports) were 4,33,206 units in November, which is YoY gain of 9.29%. Total sales during the same period last year were 3,96,399 units. In terms of MoM growth, total sales are down by -17.83%. Total sales in October 2020 were 5,27,180 units. If we add the sales numbers of October and November, Honda’s festive sales have crossed the one million milestone.
      Honda Two Wheeler Sales Nov 2020 vs Nov 2019 (YoY) vs Oct 2020 (MoM)
      Honda domestic and international bestsellers
      Honda is currently the second largest two wheeler manufacturer in India, trailing behind Hero MotoCorp while ahead of TVS, Bajaj and others. In the domestic market, the company’s bread and butter is the popular Active scooter. Lifetime sales of Activa over the last two decades have already crossed the 20 million mark.
      The company recently launched a special 20th anniversary edition Activa 6G to celebrate its success. It came with cosmetic enhancements such as a new Matte Mature Brown colour, golden strips, and gold embossed ‘Activa’ logo.
      Other Honda bestsellers in the domestic market include CB Shine, Dio, Unicorn 160, Dream, Livo, Grazia and Hornet 2.0. Recently launched Honda H’ness CB350 has also been receiving a lot of attention and appreciation from bike enthusiasts. CB350 goes up against rivals such as Classic 350, Meteor 350, Jawa and Benelli Imperiale 400. Honda is currently expanding its Big Wing dealer network, something that is expected to boost sales of CB350 and other premium bikes.
      Talking about exports, Honda’s bestsellers include Navi, Dio, CB Shine, Hornet 160R, X-Blade, Grazia and Unicorn 160. The company is currently the top scooter exporter from India, made possible largely by consistent demand for Dio. Earlier this year, Honda achieved the milestone of exporting more than 2.5 million two-wheelers. The company’s products are shipped to several countries across Middle East, Asia and Latin America. More