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      Hero Patented New Scooter With Affordable Components – EV Or ICE?

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      Hero Patented New ScooterIf an EV, this upcoming scooter will rival TVS iQube and Ather Rizta and if ICE, it will take on Honda Activa 125, TVS Jupiter 125 and Suzuki Access 125Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer in terms of volume, currently dominates motorcycle sales but lags behind its immediate rivals in the scooter segment. To tackle this, Hero is taking a comprehensive approach by developing a range of new scooters. One of these upcoming scooters has already been patented. Let’s take a closer look.Hero Patented New Scooter With Affordable ComponentsWe can see a large and practical scooter in the leaked patent images. The design is new-age and is much better than Hero’s current large scooter, Maestro. That said, there are a few resemblances with Hero’s Vida scooters as well. Regardless of ICE or EV, it has a few premium elements seen in the recently patented design.The scooter’s apron has a well-designed LED headlight system, while the front and rear have stylish turn indicators also LED. The split-type seat looks large and comfortable, and the overall design is minimal and clean, with few body creases. In terms of practicality, the scooter has a flat floorboard, and one of its key strengths is the seat.Additionally, there is a large and practical grabrail. Since the patented design is a 3D model of the vehicle in greyscale, we can’t pinpoint whether it packs an IC engine (probably 125cc) or an electric powertrain. In either case, we can expect a swingarm-mounted drive unit.Hero New Scooter Patent DetailsIt is not all sunshine for Hero’s new scooter, though. The leaked patent design doesn’t incorporate disc brakes at either end. The front suspension setup is a big turn-off too, as it is not a telescopic unit. Both of Hero’s current large scooters Maestro and Vida V1 get telescopic forks. Smaller and more affordable Pleasure+ still gets front shock absorbers, though.What to expect?Considering Hero is currently not popular with large family scooter buyers, there is a big probability of this being an ICE scooter, similar to Maestro’s size. Rivals in this genre include Activa 125, TVS Jupiter 125, Suzuki Access 125 and others. Also, company’s official website doesn’t list Maestro under their products section in Scooter category.This raises speculation about whether Maestro is discontinued considering its slow sales in contrast to its immediate rivals. If so, this new scooter patented by Hero could fill Maestro’s shoes with the same 125cc engine making 9 bhp, 10.36 Nm and cost around Rs. 85,000 (ex-sh).Hero Maestro Missing In Official WebsiteIf it is an EV, it would rival family electric scooters like TVS iQube and Ather’s upcoming Rizta. Around 3 kWh swappable battery and 100 km of real range is likely. Features may include a fully digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth and navigation, LED lighting, connected vehicle experience, large under-seat storage, USB charging sockets, apron storage for convenience and an external fuel filler cap (if ICE). More

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      Bajaj Pulsar N250 2024 Model Launch Soon – USD Forks, Upgraded Tech

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      Bajaj Pulsar N250 2024With new features, Pulsar N250 will have improved capabilities against rivals such as KTM 250 Duke and Dominar 250With the Pulsar range contributing more than 2/3rd of Bajaj’s overall sales in the domestic market, it is imperative to introduce updates at regular intervals. Bajaj had earlier announced that six new Pulsar bikes will be launched by the end of FY-23. New versions of N150, N160, NS160 and NS200 have already been launched. Next month, Bajaj is likely to introduce the 2024 version of Pulsar N250.Bajaj Pulsar N250 2024 – New featuresOne of the key updates will be a new reverse LCD instrument screen with Bluetooth connectivity. It is likely to be the same unit, as introduced with the updated Pulsar NS200. With the Bajaj Ride Connect App, users will be able to pair their smartphones to access calls and text messages. Other information such as battery health and mobile signal strength will also be displayed.Bajaj Pulsar N250 2024The new LCD screen will also have turn-by-turn navigation. To access the functions of the instrument console, a dedicated mode button is expected to be added to the switchgear. New tech capabilities introduced with Pulsar N250 will enhance its appeal among young enthusiasts.While Pulsar bikes have always been liked for their peppy performance, the tech kit was often below expectations. Especially when compared to rival offerings. It appears that Bajaj is finally fixing all such issues with the new, updated Pulsar models.Will have similar speedo as the 2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS 125 seen above.New Pulsar N250 to get USD forksAt the time of their launch, Pulsar 250 twins were expected to get USD forks. However, the bikes were equipped with conventional telescopic forks. This was a bit disheartening for enthusiasts who were expecting the best features with the biggest Pulsar.The 2024 model will fix the issue, as it is expected to get USD forks. Bajaj already offers USD forks with Pulsar bikes such as NS160 and NS200. USD forks enable agile handling and fast cornering. The bike’s visual appeal is also improved with USD forks.New 2024 Pulsar N250 specs, performanceCore mechanicals will remain unchanged for 2024 Pulsar N250. The monoshock suspension at rear will be carried forward. The bike has 17-inch wheels at both ends, shod with 100/80 front and 130/70 rear tyres. Braking setup comprises 300 mm and 230 mm discs at front and rear, respectively. Seat height of 795 mm seems appropriate for optimal control and handling. New 2024 Pulsar N250 could lose some weight, which will help improve the bike’s power to weight ratio. The current model weighs 162 kg.Powering the Pulsar N250 is a 249.07 cc, single cylinder, 2-valve, oil cooled, FI engine. It generates 24.5 PS of max power and 21.5 Nm of peak torque. The bike has a constant mesh 5-speed gearbox. Updates for the bike are likely to result in slightly higher pricing. The current model is available at a starting price of Rs 1.50 lakh.Source More

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      Hero Yulu Rival Under Development – Design patented

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      Hero Yulu Rival Design PatentedAs opposed to 2W electric CVs on sale in India, upcoming Hero Yulu rival seems to be packing more battery capacity to offer longer rangeHero MotoCorp is on the verge of upping its scooter game in India to rival the likes of Honda, TVS and Suzuki. However, Hero MotoCorp is not active in 2W commercial vehicles catering to the needs of B2B and B2C customers operating last-mile logistics. That will change soon as the company has patented a 2W CV.Hero Yulu Rival Under DevelopmentCurrently, Hero doesn’t have a robust scooter portfolio to take on the rivals from Honda, TVS and Suzuki. That said, Hero has the industrial might and is leveraging it to launch a product offensive in scooter category.The new Xoom 160 and Xoom 125R are incoming with sporty designs, posing a major appeal to young buyers and thrill-seekers. Along with that, we also saw a new large scooter recently patented by Hero MotoCorp. This vehicle could potentially take the spot of Maestro, which is not currently listed among other scooters on company’s official website.However, these vehicles cater to passenger segment. Hero is now taking larger strides in exploring commercial 2W EV space. The new electric scooter patented will primarily rival Yulu bikes manufactured by Bajaj Chetak and upcoming Honda Benly e, already spotted testing in India along with all the 2W electric CVs on sale in India.Hero Yulu Rival Design PatentedDesign is not something the intended business operators will consider as much as functionality. In that regard, we get minimal body panels and there doesn’t seem to be any beautification process as well. It is a commercial vehicle and it is what it is. That said, the functionality doesn’t seem as robust as rivals.What to expect?We say this because 2W electric CVs are known for their cargo-carrying capacity and versatility. With Hero Yulu rival, there is no floorboard, let alone a flat one. Hero has provided a small rack up front and a larger rack at the rear. As opposed to the front, rear area boasts greater luggage-carrying capability.Where Hero MotoCorp could have an edge over other rivals is in battery department. As seen in the picture, Hero Yulu rival seems to be packing a larger battery that may promise greater range on a single charge. This might be why there is no flat floorboard on offer.Yulu Wynn Electric 2WThe rear hub motor draws power from a battery of around 2 kWh to 3 kWh promising close to 100 km of real-world range is highly likely with this upcoming scooter. Componentry includes a tiny headlight housing that might pack LEDs and a projector, alloy wheels at both ends, disc brake at the front, RSU telescopic suspension at the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear among others. More

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      Bajaj Sales Breakup February 2024 – Pulsar, Dominar, Chetak, Avenger

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      Bajaj Pulsar NSIt was the Bajaj Pulsar range that contributed most to domestic sales figures while Boxer saw the highest exportsBajaj Auto Limited, a leading two and three wheeler manufacturer in India, has reported outstanding sales growth across its two wheeler segment. Total sales (domestic + exports) in February 2024 stood at 2,71,686 units, up from 2,18,975 units sold in February 2023. This related to a MoM de-growth as Bajaj Auto has sold a total (domestic + exports) of 2,86,106 units in January 2024.Bajaj Sales Breakup February 2024Bajaj Auto reported a 41.60 percent YoY growth in domestic sales in the past month. Sales stood at 1,62,003 units, up from 1,14,408 units sold in February 2023 relating to a volume growth of 47,595 units. It was the Bajaj Pulsar range that amassed the most sales at 1,12,544 units, a 40.49 percent YoY improvement over 80,106 units sold in February 2023 to command a 69.47 percent share on this list.In the Pulsar range, it was its 125cc that saw most buyers with 62,207 units sold last month while Pulsar 150cc sales stood at 29,518 units, each posting YoY growth. However, Pulsar 250cc sales dipped to 4,118 units, from 4,839 units sold in February 2023. Earlier this month, Bajaj expanded the Pulsar range with the 2024 Bajaj Pulsar NS125. It comes in with a price tag of Rs 1.05 lakh (ex.sh) making it around Rs 5,000 more expensive than its predecessor.Bajaj Platina sales dipped by 20.04 percent YoY to 28,718 units. However, the company has been actively testing a new CNG motorcycle benchmarked against a Platina. Set to launch later this year, this will be the company’s first CNG motorcycle. It will compete against ICE commuter bikes that currently include the Splendor Plus and Honda Shine 100. This new CNG bike could be the most fuel efficient bike in its segment with best in class mileage in the commuter segment.Bajaj Sales Breakup February 2024 – DomesticBajaj Chetak (13,620 units) has posted outstanding YoY growth of 417.08 units when compared to just 2634 units sold in February 2023, while Bajaj CT (4,767 units) has seen a 4.91 percent YoY growth. Of the CT lineup, each of these numbers was contributed by the 110cc model with CT 125cc sales down to 0 units. Domestic sales of the Avenger and Dominar suffered a setback with sales down 13.75 percent and 45.51 percent to 1,656 units and 698 units respectively.Exports Led by Boxer in February 2024Exports of Bajaj Auto grew by 5.18 percent YoY in February 2024 to 1,09,983 units, up from 1,04,567 units shipped in February 2023. Commanding a 54.97 percent share was Bajaj Boxer with 60,456 units sold last month, a de-growth of 1.55 percent YoY over 61,408 units sold in February 2023 to command a 54.97 percent share on this export list.In the Boxer lineup, it was the Boxer 110cc that received the most attention with 36,448 units sold while there were 17,912 units of Boxer 150cc and 6,096 units of Boxer 125cc also shipped last month. Pulsar exports improved by 62.61 percent YoY to 28,338 units with its 200cc receiving the most attention at 14,688 units but its 150cc being in higher demand over its 125cc and 250cc models.Bajaj Sales Breakup February 2024 – ExportsBajaj Auto reported a YoY de-growth for the CT (9,636 units), Discover (6,012 units) and Dominar (2,868 units). However, exports of the Platina and Avenger grew to 1,809 units and 864 units, up 148.15 percent and 414.29 percent respectively in February 2024. More

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      TVS Ronin SCR Patented – Xpulse 210, Honda CB350X Rival

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      TVS Ronin SCR Patented In IndiaThe same 220cc engine will be retained with TVS Ronin SCR with design changes transforming it into an off-road-oriented machineMid-2022, we saw TVS venturing into uncharted territories. We’re talking about Ronin and how the company pegged it to be the Jack of all trades. A motorcycle with a mix of Scrambler, Cruiser and a Street bike in one. Now, there is a new SCR version of the bike in the making and the company has trademarked design as well.TVS Ronin SCR PatentedWhere sales are concerned, Ronin is not a high-performing vehicle. TVS intends to change that by carving out an off-road version. When launched, it will take on the likes of upcoming Hero Xpulse 210 and Honda CB350X. Keen eyes would have spotted that this very motorcycle patented has already been showcased before.At TVS MotoSoul 2023 event, TVS collaborated with renowned custom motorcycle builders to showcase Musashi by Smoked Garage, Agonda by JVB Moto and Wakizashi by Rajputana Customs. However, we’re interested more in the 4th custom bike, TVS Ronin SCR, showcased by TVS Design Team.TVS Ronin Special EditionThere couldn’t be a better venue than TVS MotoSoul to showcase these special motorcycles. But of these four, only the Ronin SCR designed by TVS Design Team has been patented by the company. The demand for ADVs and Scramblers is increasing and TVS currently lacks one altogether.TVS Ronin SCRInstead of just making the motorcycle taller and launching a pseudo Scrambler, TVS seems to be cooking a real off-roader. Fuel tank and engine are the same as Ronin’s. Other than that, there is a major shift in the componentry. For starters, Ronin’s main identity, its headlight and ‘T’ LED signature, has been replaced with a much more stylish Colosseum Laser Tech LED.We don’t know if this laser-incorporated headlight displayed at TVS Motosoul will make it to production. Side body panels are custom and so is the seat. Speaking of, this is a custom leather-clad single-seater unit. Production-spec model might have space for a pillion.A large luggage rack is visible, hinting at its rugged and practical appeal. We can imagine upright and comfortable ergonomics and decent long-distance ability. TVS had showcased twin exhausts with an up-swept approach. Rear tail tidy is appealing and fully displays the rear tyre.TVS Ronin SCRThe USD forks are finished in Gold shade and the beak is large and imposing. TVS is offering wire-spoke rims shod with semi-knobby tyres, as opposed to alloy wheels with road-worthy tyres on Ronin. Wheel size looks like it is 19-inch front and 17-inch rear. We can see massive ground clearance too.Specs & FeaturesStandard Ronin comes equipped with a 220cc single-cylinder engine developing 19 PS of power and 17.55 Nm of torque. With a 1490mm wheelbase, Ronin offers good straight-line stability and cross-wind protection. This engine is suspended on USD forks at front and dual shock absorbers at the rear.[embedded content]Features include a TFT screen with Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, call alerts, SMS notifications and more. When launched, we can expect a price tag of around Rs. 1.8 lakh (ex-sh). More

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      Honda Stylo 160 Scooter Patented In India – Launch Soon?

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      Honda Stylo 160cc Scooter Patented In IndiaUpon launch in India, Honda Stylo 160 will take on rivals such as Yamaha Aerox 155 and upcoming Hero Xoom 160Honda recently expanded its scooter portfolio with the Stylo 160 neo-retro scooter. It is available for sale in Indonesia. More markets will be covered in the near future. Honda Stylo 160 is expected to be launched in India as well.Honda Stylo 160 design patent filedIn terms of volumes, the scooter segment in India is largely dominated by 110cc and 125cc models. As the market evolves, many users will be looking to upgrade to more powerful machines. Yamaha already offers the Aerox 155, whereas Hero MotoCorp is readying the Xoom 160. It appears that Honda has also sensed an opportunity, evident with the recent design patent filed for Stylo 160.Honda Stylo 160cc Scooter Patented In IndiaOne of the key highlights of Honda Stylo 160 is its neo-retro profile. The curvy body panelling seems familiar to iconic Lambretta scooters. Some of the key highlights include hexagonal LED headlamp, circular rear-view mirrors, C-shaped LED DRLs, edgy LED tail lamp, comfy seat and a robust grab rail.While Stylo 160 has an attractive design, the quirky colour options make the visuals even more appealing. It makes the scooter a lot more fun for young consumers. A total of six colour options are available for Stylo 160. It includes Royal Green, Royal Matte White, Royal Matte Black, Glam Red, Glam Black and Glam Beige. While the first three are ABS versions, the latter three are equipped with CBS.Honda Stylo 160cc Scooter Patented In IndiaRoyal versions of Stylo 160 have a more eye-catching profile, as evident with the contrasting brown shade on the seat, handlebar and floorboard area. Royal variants also have the front forks and grab rail in silver finish. Glam variants of Stylo 160 have standard black seats and black floorboard area. Front forks and grab rails are also done in black finish.2024 Honda Stylo 160cc Scooter featuresHonda Stylo 160 features, performanceTech kit onboard Stylo 160 includes a new full digital instrument panel. It displays a range of information such as digital clock, fuel consumption, tripmeter, speedometer, battery indicator, smart key, oil change status and ABS indicator. Users also benefit from Honda Smartkey System, a fully electronic ignition and handlebar locking key. The smartkey also comes with Answer Back System and Anti-Theft Alarm.Talking about hardware, Honda Stylo 160 utilizes an underbone eSAF (enhanced Smart Architecture Frame). At rear, the scooter has a swing arm with single suspension. There are 12-inch wheels at both ends, shod with 110/90 front and 130/80 rear tubeless tyres. The scooter weighs 118 kg (ABS) / 115 kg (CBS) and has ground clearance of 151 mm. Seat height of 768 mm is appropriate for optimal control and handling.2024 Honda Stylo 160cc Scooter featuresPowering the Honda Stylo 160 scooter is a 156.9 cc, liquid cooled, 4 Valves, eSP+ engine. It generates 15.4 PS of max power and 13.8 Nm of peak torque. Rated fuel efficiency is 45 km/L. Honda Stylo 160 is expected to be launched in India later this year. Prices could start at around Rs 1.50 lakh. More

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      KTM Sales Breakup February 2024 – Duke, Adventure, RC, 200, 390, 250

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      2024 KTM RC 200The company’s 390 range including Adventure, Duke and RC models contributed to the highest numbers in February 2024KTM has sold 11,471 units of their lightweight and high-performance single-cylinder offerings. The detailed breakup of this number reveals 4,626 units sold in the domestic market and 6,845 units shipped globally. The company mostly witnessed a decline in sales numbers last month.KTM Sales Breakup February 2024 – Domestic marketManufactured in partnership with Bajaj, KTM’s single-cylinder portfolio consists of Duke street bike, Adventure dual-sport tourer/off-roader and RC fully-faired motorcycle lineups. Depending on the lineup, KTM sell their motorcycles with a 125, 200, 250 or a 390 platform equipped with high-tech and high-performance powertrains.KTM Sales Breakup February 2024 – DomesticThe 200cc lineup consisting of RC and Duke models took the highest position with 2,598 units and 56.16% market share in the domestic market. There was a 20.16% YoY and 24.7% MoM decline. 250 lineup sold 953 units and accounted for 20.6% of total domestic sales. This platform saw a 42.24% YoY and a 21.69% MoM decline.390 range was at 873 units and it is the only lineup in the domestic market to register positive growth (38.79% YoY and 1.75% MoM). Lastly, we have 125 lineup with 202 units and saw a 34.84% YoY and a 12.17% MoM decline. In total, KTM’s domestic sales stood at 4,626 units. When opposed to 5,843 units in February 2023 and 5,755 units in January 2024, there was a 20.83% YoY and 19.62% MoM decline.ExportsWhere exports are concerned, the 390 range took the top spot with 3,873 units sold last month. Hence accounting for 56.58% of KTM’s total exports. 390 range registered 23.40% YoY decline over 5,056 units shipped last year and a 20.65% MoM growth over 3,210 units shipped a month before. Volume growth MoM stood at 663 units.KTM Sales Breakup February 2024 – ExportsIn 2nd spot, we have 200 range with 1,226 units shipped. This platform saw an 11.8% YoY decline, but registered a 70.51% MoM growth, gaining 507 units in volume. The 125 and 250 lineups from KTM shipped 889 and 857 units respectively. 125 lineup fell into the red completely with a 43.66% YoY and a 48.64% MoM decline.Whereas 200 lineup registered a healthy 33.49% YoY growth, gaining 215 units in volume, but lost 197 units in volume due to the 18.69% MoM decline. In total, KTM exports accounted for 6,845 units and there was a 21.01% YoY and a mere 1.95% MoM decline.Total salesExports and domestic markets combined, it was the 390 lineup with 4,746 units which took the 1st position in KTM’s total sales. 390 range accounts for 41.37% of KTM’s total sales and it registered a 16.52% YoY decline and a 16.67% MoM gain. In 2nd place, we have 200 lineup with 3,824 units accounting for 33.34% of KTM’s total sales.KTM Sales Breakup February 2024 – Total200 lineup registered a 17.66% YoY and an 8.28% MoM decline, losing 820 units YoY and 345 units MoM. Next in line, we have the 250 lineup with 1,810 units and it witnessed a 21.03% YoY and a 20.3% MoM decline and accounted for 15.78% of KTM’s total sales. Lastly, KTM’s smallest displacement lineup, 125, contributed to the least in total sales at just 9.51%.Sales saw a downward trajectory with 42.21% YoY and 44.37% MoM, losing 797 units YoY and 870 units MoM. In total, KTM sold 11,471 units and registered a 20.95% YoY decline over 14,509 units from February 2023 and an 8% MoM decline over 12,469 units from January 2024. More

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      2024 Honda CB125R Announced For Europe – KTM 125 Duke Rival

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      2024 Honda CB125RWhile 2024 Honda CB125R adds more value for enthusiasts, performance aspects are the same as earlierAcross European markets, Honda has unveiled the new 2024 CB125R model. The bike belongs to the Neo Sports Cafe family and borrows design inspiration from the awesome CB1000R. With the updates introduced for the 2024 model, Honda CB125R has become an even more enticing option for enthusiasts.2024 Honda CB125R – What’s New?One of the key updates is that the 2024 Honda CB125R complies with Euro5+ emission norms. In Europe, the CB125R is primarily targeted at A1 license holders. This license is for riders in the age group of 17 to 19 years. A1 license is meant for bikes with cylinder capacity of up to 125cc.2024 Honda CB125R New TFT ScreenThe upper limit for power output is set at 15 hp. Honda CB125R’s upgrade to Euro5+ hasn’t resulted in any tangible difference in performance. Among the exciting features that make Honda CB125R a popular choice among enthusiasts is the 5-inch TFT full-colour instrument display.The rectangular shape with bevelled edges complements the bike’s overall design and styling. The screen is positioned at an angle, which makes it easier to see all the information while riding the bike. It has a speedometer, RPM, gear position indicator, fuel gauge and clock. To make it easier to operate the TFT screen, a new select switch has been added to the left switch box.2024 Honda CB125REnthusiasts won’t have to make any compromises, as the 2024 Honda CB125R is available in four colour options. For an aggressive road presence, users can probably choose the Matte Cynos Gray Metallic colour option. This shade perfectly captures the compact, powerful design of the bike.For a sportier look, users can choose the Leaf Sea Blue Metallic or the Pearl Splendor Red colour option. The respective blue and red shades have been applied on the fuel tank and under seat structure. The most sober colour option is the Pearl Cool White.2024 Honda CB125R Engine2024 Honda CB125R – Performance, specsPowering the bike is a 124.9cc water-cooled, 4-stroke DOHC 4-valve single-cylinder engine. It churns out 14.95 PS of max power and 11.6 Nm of peak torque. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. As per WMTC standards, fuel efficiency is 45.5 km/L with 1 person on board. The bike is 2,025 mm long, 820 mm wide and 1,055 mm tall. Seat height of 816 mm seems slightly above the comfort zone of 800 mm. Honda CB125R weighs 130 kg and has ground clearance of 140 mm.India launch prospectsWith its sporty neo-retro profile, Honda CB125R has potential for the Indian market. However, mass market deployment will be possible only if the bike is offered at competitive rates. In the UK, the 2023 Honda CB125 is available at an on-road price of £4,249 (approx. Rs 4.48 lakh). Pricing for the 2024 model will be announced in the coming months in Europe. If launched here, Honda CB125R will take on rivals such as KTM 125 Duke. More