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    Top 20 Scooter Exports Apr 20 To Jan 21 – Navi, Ntorq, Activa, Fascino, Pleasure

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    Honda Navi was the most exported scooter from India during the said period

    Expected fallout of Covid-19 pandemic is clearly evident on scooter exports that have declined significantly during the period April to December 2020. Among the top 10 most exported scooters, only four have registered positive YoY growth. Overall, only 7 out of 29 scooters have positive YoY growth.
    Navi, Ntorq and Dio lead
    Most exported scooter during April – December 2020 was Honda Navi with 34,134 units. YoY exports are up by 39%, as compared to 24,612 units exported in the corresponding period in 2019. Navi is no longer offered in the domestic market and is manufactured in India only for export purposes.
    It had generated significant interest at the time of its unveiling at 2016 AutoExpo, but sales turned out to be below expectations. It is possible that Honda may introduce Navi in 125 cc variant, as a patent for the same has been filed in India.
    At number two is TVS Ntorq with 20,879 units exported in April – December 2020. That’s YoY decline of -20%, as compared to 26,181 units exported in April-December 2019. In the domestic market, Ntorq is a popular choice that has consistently featured in the top ten list of bestselling scooters in the country.
    Top Scooter Exported April 2020 to Jan 2021
    Honda Dio takes the third spot with 20,537 units exported in April – December 2020. The scooter has lost a significant chunk of its exports with YoY de-growth of -78%. Exports during the corresponding period in 2019 were 91,494 units. Dio is a popular scooter in domestic market as well and has consistently ranked in the top ten.
    At number four is Yamaha Ray with 20,168 units exported in April – December 2020. Ray has YoY-de-growth of -48%, as compared to 39,076 units exported in Apr-Dec 2019. In the domestic market, Yamaha Ray is one of the preferred options in 125cc scooter segment.
    Next is Suzuki Burgman with 6,327 units exported in April – December 2020. YoY exports have declined -44%, as compared to 11,224 units exported in the corresponding period in 2019. In the domestic market, Burgman will soon be launched in electric format. It will be a premium product that will compete with the likes of Bajaj Chetak and Ather scooter.
    No
    Top Scooter Exports
    Apr 20 – Jan 21
    Apr 19 – Jan 20
    1
    Honda Navi
    34,134
    24,612
    2
    TVS Ntorq
    20,879
    26,181
    3
    Honda Dio
    20,537
    91,494
    4
    Yamaha Ray
    20,168
    39,076
    5
    Suzuki Burgman
    6,327
    11,224
    6
    Honda Grazia
    5,561
    21,952
    7
    Piaggio Typhoon R50
    4,881
    5,100
    8
    Piaggio SR50MT
    4,810
    3,968
    9
    Yamaha Fascino
    4,611
    3,899
    10
    Hero Duet
    4,368
    1,126
    11
    TVS Wego
    2,689
    14,560
    12
    Honda Activa
    2,653
    4,380
    13
    Vespa 150
    2,146
    1,308
    14
    Hero Destini
    1,913
    2,996
    15
    Hero Maestro
    1,911
    4,530
    16
    Aprilia SR150
    1,616
    2,929
    17
    Hero Pleasure
    1,514
    4,214
    18
    TVS Jupiter
    1,494
    1,366
    19
    Suzuki Lets
    1,410
    5,667
    20
    Aprilia SR125
    1,390
    2,872
    21
    Yamaha Alpha
    1,362
    2,096
    22
    Honda Aviator
    1,280
    4,880
    23
    Vespa 125
    1,140
    2,071
    24
    Suzuki Access
    525
    1,129
    25
    Aprilia SR160
    244
    4
    26
    Mahindra Gusto
    44
    344
    27
    TVS Pep+
    0
    2,296
    28
    TVS Zest
    0
    4

    Total
    1,49,607
    2,86,278
    Hero Duet makes impressive gains
    In the top ten, Hero Duet has registered maximum YoY growth in percentage terms. Exports are up from 1,126 units in Apr-Dec 2019 to 4,368 units in Apr-Dec 2020, which is an increase of 288%. Other scooters in top ten include Honda Grazia (5,561 units), Piaggio Typhoon R50 (4,881), Piaggio SR50MT (4,810), and Yamaha Fascino (4,611). Among these, Grazia and Typhoon R50 have negative YoY growth of -75% and -4%, respectively.
    In percentage terms, the max gainer in April – December 2020 is Piaggio Aprilia SR160. Exports are up from 4 units to 244 units, which is YoY gain of 6000%. More

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    Top 10 Two Wheeler Exports Nov 2020 – Boxer, Pulsar, Apache, Splendor, FZ

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    Two wheeler exports have registered a growth of 7.55% for Nov 2020

    As human activity crawls back to normalcy and with growing preference for personal transport, demand for two-wheelers is on the rise across the globe. India is one of the leading suppliers of two-wheelers to overseas markets and export growth has been encouraging in November 2020. A total of 3,33,001 units were exported, which is YoY growth of 7.55%. Exports during the corresponding period in November 2019 stood at 3,09,623 units.
    Bajaj dominates two-wheeler exports
    Bajaj was among the first Indian auto companies to realize the potential of two-wheeler export markets. With continued focus in this space, Bajaj has emerged as the largest two-wheeler exporter from India. Out of the top five most exported two-wheelers in November 2020, four are Bajaj motorcycles.
    Bajaj Boxer continues to be a bestseller with 1,25,286 units exported in November 2020. YoY exports are up 26.84%, as compared to 98,772 units exported in November 2019. Boxer’s share in exports was 37.62% in November 2020.  Its primary export destinations include African countries, where it is known for its reliability and low-cost maintenance.
    At number two is TVS Star City with 44,514 units exported in November 2020. YoY growth is 19.01%, as compared to 37,403 units exported in November 2019. Star City’s market share was 13.37% in November 2020. It is exported to several overseas markets across Africa, Asia Pacific, and Latin America.
    Two Wheeler Exports Nov 2020
    Next in the list is Bajaj Pulsar with 32,540 units exported in November 2020. YoY export growth is 28.64%, as compared to 25,296 units exported in November 2019. Its share in exports was 9.77% in November 2020.
    At number four is Bajaj CT with 19,164 units exported in November 2020. CT is among the motorcycles that have negative growth in the month. As compared to 32,184 units exported in November 2019, YoY growth is down by -40.45%. CT’s market share in exports in November was 5.75%.
    Bajaj Discover takes the fifth place with 12,792 units exported in November 2020. Similar to CT, Discover also has negative YoY growth. As compared to 14,208 units exported in November 2019, YoY growth is down by -9.97%. Discover’s market share in exports was 3.84% in November 2020.
    No
    Two Wheeler Exports
    Nov-20
    Nov-19
    1
    Boxer
    1,25,286
    98,772
    2
    STAR CITY
    44,514
    37,403
    3
    Pulsar
    32,540
    25,296
    4
    CT
    19,164
    32,184
    5
    Discover
    12,792
    14,208
    6
    Apache
    9,115
    6,245
    7
    FZ
    8,101
    8,953
    8
    Splendor
    4,764
    956
    9
    NAVI
    4,684
    2,636
    10
    GIXXER
    4,572
    5,162
    11
    SPORT
    4,392
    5,377
    12
    Platina
    3,578
    3,360
    13
    LIVO
    3,300
    1,000
    14
    NTORQ
    3,017
    1,956
    15
    X Blade
    2,796
    576
    16
    HF Deluxe
    2,782
    1,872
    17
    Hunk
    2,549
    1,056
    18
    CB Shine
    2,505
    4,515
    19
    Dio
    2,248
    8,818
    20
    Dominar 400
    2,190
    579
    21
    Dominar 250
    2,100
    0
    22
    Ray
    1,939
    4,379
    23
    650 Twin
    1,779
    1,314
    24
    Crux
    1,766
    1,008
    25
    KTM 390
    1,756
    977
    26
    Dream
    1,588
    520
    27
    XPULSE 200
    1,434
    0
    28
    FZ25
    1,304
    1,764
    29
    Acheiver
    1,266
    432
    30
    Unicorn 160
    1,248
    0
    31
    KTM 250
    1,123
    275
    32
    Duet
    1,092
    78
    33
    TVS XL
    1,042
    1,668
    34
    Hayate
    1,032
    1,384
    35
    Himalayan
    1,004
    470
    36
    XTREME 160
    980
    19
    37
    KTM 200
    942
    792
    38
    SR 50 MT
    912
    408
    39
    Classic 500
    828
    199
    40
    Xtreme 150
    827
    754
    41
    Victor
    800
    1,120
    42
    Classic 350
    727
    118
    43
    Hornet 160R
    696
    1,457
    44
    Saluto
    689
    5,436
    45
    SZ
    684
    1,596
    46
    Aprilia SR150
    642
    249
    47
    GRAZIA
    640
    1,904
    48
    Typhoon R 50
    559
    312
    49
    Aviator
    520
    0
    50
    Burgman
    512
    1,398
    51
    BMW 310
    512
    1,114
    52
    Maestro
    496
    678
    53
    GIXXER 250
    463
    16
    54
    Destini 125
    432
    156
    55
    KTM 125
    378
    874
    56
    Vespa
    359
    13
    57
    R15
    280
    1,204
    58
    Aprilia SR 125
    251
    248
    59
    Meteor 350
    251
    0
    60
    Vespa
    221
    346
    61
    Activa
    208
    0
    62
    Avenger
    192
    268
    63
    Glamour
    179
    2,486
    64
    Husqvarna 250
    168
    0
    65
    Lets
    152
    668
    66
    Wego
    138
    816
    67
    Radeon
    120
    2,120
    68
    MT 15
    120
    472
    69
    Husqvarna 200
    114
    0
    70
    Alpha
    112
    354
    71
    Bullet 500
    94
    14
    72
    H’Ness CB350
    92
    0
    73
    Husqvarna 401
    72
    0
    74
    RR 310
    68
    1
    75
    Intruder
    64
    192
    76
    Unicorn 150
    40
    0
    77
    Aprilia SR160
    39
    0
    78
    Saluto RX
    36
    1,596
    79
    Electra
    15
    0
    80
    Jupiter
    12
    148
    81
    Fascino
    3
    305
    82
    CB Twister
    0
    1,690
    83
    X PULSE 200T
    0
    1,236
    84
    HF Dawn
    0
    452
    85
    Pleasure
    0
    336
    86
    Passion
    0
    270
    87
    Jive
    0
    160
    88
    STREET 750
    0
    116
    89
    Gusto
    0
    105
    90
    STREET ROD
    0
    89
    91
    Access
    0
    80
    92
    STREET 500
    0
    23
    93
    Centuro
    0
    10
    94
    R3
    0
    8
    95
    Thunderbird
    0
    4

    TOTAL
    3,33,001
    3,09,623
    If we consider export numbers of all four Bajaj motorcycles, their combined market share is close to 57%. It’s a commendable figure that substantiates Bajaj’s dominance in two-wheeler exports.
    Splendor makes impressive gains
    Other two-wheelers in top ten include TVS Apache (9,115 units), Yamaha FZ (8,101), Hero Splendor (4,764), Honda NAVI (4,684), and Suzuki GIXXER (4,572). Out of these Apache, Splendor and Navi have positive YoY growth whereas FZ and Gixxer have negative YoY growth. In the top ten, Splendor is the biggest gainer in terms of percentage YoY growth. Exports are up from 956 units to 4,764 units in November 2020, which is YoY growth of 398.33%. More

  • Two Wheeler Exports Apr to Jul 2020 – Bajaj, TVS, Hero, Honda in Top 4

    Bajaj leader in two wheeler exports – Exports at 3 lakh units were over 60 percent of total two wheeler exports
    Two wheeler exports from India dipped 56.5 percent during the period April to July 2020. Total exports stood at 5,19,003 units, as against 11,92,113 units exported during the April to July 2019 period. Each of the major two wheeler OEMs in the country noted de-growth following the COVID-19 outbreak in March of this year which resulted in a complete shutdown of plants and operation all through the month of April 2020.

    Of the 10 two wheeler makers in India, Bajaj Auto Limited was a leader in overall exports in the period April to July 2020 with almost half of the export share. Total exports of the company stood at 3,00,030 units, down 51.8 percent as against 6,22,923 units exported in the same period of the previous year.
    The company currently commands a market share of 57.81 percent, up 5.56 percent as against market share held in April to July 2019. Though Bajaj Auto exports are to over 70 global markets, it sees the most exports to Africa, Latin America and countries across the Middle Eastern.
    Two wheeler exports from India for April to July 2020
    TVS stood in a second position in terms of exports. Total exports during the first four months of the 2020-21 fiscal year were at 1,23,685 units, down 46.1 percent as against 2,29,268 units exported in the same four month period of the previous year. Market share increased 4.60 percent to 23.83 percent. The maker of Apache motorcycles and Jupiter scooters has extensive plans to boost exports over the coming 3-5 years with special emphasis on business across Africa and Latin America. The company also acquired Norton Motorcycles, UK in April this year for £16 million which will help the company enhance its global presence with these premium products.
    Hero and Honda
    Exports of Hero MotoCorp, the country’s largest two wheeler maker, dipped 47.4 percent in the April to July 2020 quarter to 32,490 units. Market share of the company increased 1.08 percent from 5.18 percent held in April to July 2019 period to 6.26 percent in the corresponding period 2020. Hero Splendor was among the most exported models.
    Honda exports dipped 79.8 percent to 23,743 units during The April to July 2020 period, down from 1,17,815 units exported in the same period of the previous year. The company currently exports to Nepal, Sri Lanka and countries in Latin America in limited volumes while the update from BS4 to BS6, which is equivalent to Euro 5, in April this year, has opened up new global markets for the company.
    In the period April to July 2020, Yamaha was at No. 5 on the list of two wheeler exporters with total exports at 22,728 units, down 77.4 percent as against 1,00,636 units exported in the same four month period of 2019. The company’s market share also dipped to 4.38 percent as against 8.44 percent market share held in April-July 2019.
    Bottom 5
    The constraints in the two wheeler segment also saw Suzuki, Piaggio and Royal Enfield post de-growth in terms of exports in the past quarter. Suzuki shipped 6,007 units while Piaggio exports stood at 5,067 units and Royal Enfield exported 4,739 units to global markets.
    Harley Davidson accounted for de-growth of 16 percent with 450 units exported in the April to July 2020 period, down from 536 units shipped in the same period of the previous year. Market share also fell marginally. At No. 10 on the list was Mahindra Two Wheelers with exports down 42.9 percent to 64 units in the past quarter as against 112 units exported in April to July 2019. More

  • Two Wheeler Exports July 2020 – Boxer, Star City, Pulsar, KTM, Discover Lead

    Bajaj Boxer continues to the most exported motorcycle from India
    Two-wheeler exports registered negative YoY growth in July 2020, as global auto markets and people continue to face challenges associated with Covid-19 pandemic. Among the top ten, only three two-wheelers have registered positive YoY growth in July. Overall, a total of 1,79,154 motorcycles were exported in July, which is YoY de-growth of -35.78%.
    Bajaj Boxer leads

    Most exported two-wheeler in July is Bajaj Boxer, which has retained this position for a long time. However, as compared to 78,064 units exported in July last year, the number is down to 49,418 units in July 2020. That’s a -36.70% YoY drop in exports.
    Bajaj was early to realize the potential of selling its products in international markets, a strategy that has turned out to be hugely profitable for the company. A significant percentage of Bajaj Boxers are exported to African countries, where the bike is popular for its rugged character, strength and durability.
    No
    TW Exports
    Jul-20
    Jul-19
    Diff
    %
    1
    Boxer
    49,418
    78,064
    -28,646
    -36.70
    2
    STAR CITY
    39,267
    32,133
    7,134
    22.20
    3
    Pulsar
    12,022
    30,446
    -18,424
    -60.51
    4
    KTM
    10,430
    3,691
    6,739
    182.58
    5
    Discover
    9,220
    15,328
    -6,108
    -39.85
    6
    Apache
    6,729
    9,011
    -2,282
    -25.32
    7
    FZ
    5,072
    9,420
    -4,348
    -46.16
    8
    CB Twister
    2,990
    1,300
    1,690
    130.00
    9
    Splendor
    2,816
    5,790
    -2,974
    -51.36
    10
    NAVI
    2,374
    4,392
    -2,018
    -45.95
    11
    GIXXER
    2,286
    4,400
    -2,114
    -48.05
    12
    SPORT
    2,280
    4,842
    -2,562
    -52.91
    13
    Saluto
    2,172
    4,128
    -1,956
    -47.38
    14
    Dream
    1,843
    1,400
    443
    31.64
    15
    CB HORNET 160R
    1,648
    1,629
    19
    1.17
    16
    Dio
    1,616
    12,048
    -10,432
    -86.59
    17
    Saluto RX
    1,516
    1,116
    400
    35.84
    18
    Dominar
    1,502
    1,078
    424
    39.33
    19
    Jive
    1,429
    508
    921
    181.30
    20
    BMW
    1,322
    1,175
    147
    12.51
    21
    650 Twin
    1,274
    2,570
    -1,296
    -50.43
    22
    Passion
    1,270
    1,566
    -296
    -18.90
    23
    SZ
    1,152
    1,072
    80
    7.46
    24
    FZ25
    1,086
    1,289
    -203
    -15.75
    25
    Husqvarna
    1,053
    0
    1,053

    26
    Crux
    1,052
    258
    794
    307.75
    27
    NTORQ
    1,016
    2,786
    -1,770
    -63.53
    28
    Acheiver
    989
    930
    59
    6.34
    29
    XPULSE 200
    964
    0
    964

    30
    Ray
    924
    4,090
    -3,166
    -77.41
    31
    Himalayan
    825
    910
    -85
    -9.34
    32
    CB UNICORN 160
    768
    576
    192
    33.33
    33
    TVS XL
    720
    1,078
    -358
    -33.21
    34
    Victor
    640
    1,280
    -640
    -50.00
    35
    R15
    610
    1,490
    -880
    -59.06
    36
    GIXXER 250
    585
    0
    585

    37
    Glamour
    512
    5,284
    -4,772
    -90.31
    38
    CB Shine
    452
    3,682
    -3,230
    -87.72
    39
    Wego
    446
    1,797
    -1,351
    -75.18
    40
    Activa
    416
    780
    -364
    -46.67
    41
    Xtreme
    410
    312
    98
    31.41
    42
    SR 50 MT
    391
    680
    -289
    -42.50
    43
    Hunk
    386
    1,832
    -1,446
    -78.93
    44
    Typhoon R 50
    375
    500
    -125
    -25.00
    45
    Fascino
    364
    650
    -286
    -44.00
    46
    Avenger
    354
    260
    94
    36.15
    47
    Alpha
    224
    218
    6
    2.75
    48
    Platina
    216
    4,680
    -4,464
    -95.38
    49
    Classic 500
    254
    1,021
    -767
    -75.12
    50
    STREET 500
    176
    17
    159
    935.29
    51
    Jupiter
    172
    78
    94
    120.51
    52
    Aprilia
    172
    1,099
    -927
    -84.35
    53
    Vespa
    149
    512
    -363
    -70.90
    54
    X Blade
    144
    96
    48
    50.00
    55
    Radeon
    120
    2,120
    -2,000
    -94.34
    56
    HERO DESTNI 125
    80
    356
    -276
    -77.53
    57
    Burgman
    72
    1,128
    -1,056
    -93.62
    58
    Maestro
    48
    1,128
    -1,080
    -95.74
    59
    Lets
    48
    860
    -812
    -94.42
    60
    STREET ROD
    45
    0
    45

    61
    Gusto
    44
    0
    44

    62
    Pleasure
    40
    584
    -544
    -93.15
    63
    HF Deluxe
    40
    6,374
    -6,334
    -99.37
    64
    MT 15
    40
    640
    -600
    -93.75
    65
    Thunderbird 350
    40
    18
    22
    122.22
    66
    Centuro
    20
    0
    20

    67
    Bullet 500
    15
    484
    -469
    -96.90
    68
    Karizma
    8
    0
    8

    69
    Electra
    1
    0
    1


    Total
    1,79,154
    2,78,984
    -99,830
    -35.78
    Next in the list is TVS Star City with 39,267 units exported in July. Star City has registered an impressive 22.20% YoY jump in exports. In the domestic market, Star City BS6 was launched earlier this year in January at a starting price of Rs 62k. At number three is Pulsar with 12,022 units exported in July. Pulsar has lost more than half of its exports, as compared to 30,446 units exported in July last year.
    At number four is KTM with 10,430 units exported In July. The Austrian auto manufacturer owned partly by Bajaj Auto has registered a whopping 182.58% YoY jump in exports. Some of it can be attributed to the fulfilment of a large number of pending orders that were delayed due to Covid-19 during the lockdown period. KTM exports in July last year stood at 3,691 units.
    At number five is yet another Bajaj product, Discover, with 9,220 units exported in July. YoY de-growth is -39.85%, as compared to 15,328 units exported in July last year. As is evident, Bajaj products occupy four of the top five slots in two-wheeler exports list. This is indicative of the company’s clout in international markets. It is estimated that around 40% of Bajaj’s overall two-wheeler sales come from exports.
    Two-wheelers with positive YoY growth
    Other two-wheelers in the top ten list include TVS Apache (6,729 units), Yamaha FZ (5,072), Honda CB Twister (2,990), Hero Splendor (2,816), and Honda NAVI (2,374). All except CB Twister have registered negative YoY growth in July. CB Twister exports have more than doubled, from 1,300 units in July last year to 2,990 units in July 2020. Other two-wheelers with positive YoY growth in July include Honda Dream, CB Hornet 160R, Yamaha Saluto RX, Bajaj Dominar, and TVS Jive. More

  • Husqvarna India Sales, Exports July 2020 – Svartpilen, Vitpilen

    In July 2020, Husqvarna Motorcycles India (under Bajaj Auto) sold 725 units in the domestic market while exporting 1,053 units
    Husqvarna Motorcycles India launched its very first products, Vitpilen 250 and Svartpilen 250 towards the end of February 2020 at a starting price of Rs 1.80 lakh ex-showroom (now cost almost Rs 1.85 lakh). The ~250cc motorcycles share internals with KTM India’s popular 250 Duke naked sports motorcycle. Both KTM and Husqvarna single-cylinders are manufactured at Bajaj Auto’s Chakan manufacturing facility.

    The Indian automotive industry is making a gradual recovery from COVID-19 and sales charts have been witnessing a gradual increase in the last couple of months. However, figures continue to remain considerably lower than pre-COVID trends.
    The pandemic had brought several businesses to a standstill in its initial stages. But most companies have now become accustomed to the ‘new normals’. For instance, almost all major automakers have started online sales platforms as a safe and smooth alternative for purchasing a new vehicle.
    Husqvarna Motorcycles India sales – July 2020

    Husqvarna India Sales / Exports July 2020 vs July 2019
    Coming back to Husqvarna Motorcycles India, the Swedish-origin two-wheeler brand sold 725 ‘250’ units on the domestic market in July 2020. On the other hand, exports hit 1,053 units since it also manufacturers ‘200’ and ‘401’ models for foreign markets. Husqvarna ‘200’ models (spied a few times) borrow their power plant from the KTM 200 Duke while the bigger ‘401’ range is basically KTM 390 Duke units in a shell designed by KISKA, a renowned branding and designing company based in Salzburg, Austria.
    In total, Husqvarna Motorcycles India sold 1,778 units in July 2020. However, this is over 200 units less than the sales performance in June 2020 (which saw 1,996 units). Both the Svartpilen (almost a scrambler) and Vitpilen (almost a cafe racer) are expected to arrive in ‘200’ and ‘401’ formats by the end of this year.
    Key features & specs
    Besides an interesting styling approach, the Husqvarna ‘250’ neo-retro siblings sport an exposed trellis frame, full-LED headlamp, forged aluminium triple clamps, WP USD forks, 5-spoke alloy wheels, single-pod digital instrument console, dual-channel ABS, slipper clutch, etc. As mentioned before, it employs the same engine as KTM India’s ‘250’ models: 250 Duke, RC250 (export-only) and 250 Adventure (in the works).
    The 248.8cc liquid-cooled DOHC single-cylinder motor generates 30.57bhp @ 8,000rpm and 27.4Nm @ 6,500rpm. This is mated to a 6-speed transmission.
    It was only recently that KTM India upgraded the 250 Duke with a full-LED headlamp (same unit as on the 390 Duke). Prices currently start at Rs 2.09 lakh ex-showroom. In other words, the ‘250 Huskies’ undercut it by roughly Rs 24,000, thus offering appreciable value for a mass-production single-cylinder sports bike. More

  • KTM India Sales, Exports Data July 2020 – RC, Duke 125, 200, 250, 390

    Domestic sales of KTM India has declined for July 2020 – Exports have grown exponentially, thanks to ADV 390
    Following a pattern that has been evident in recent months, KTM has improved its MoM sales, even though YoY sales continue to be negative. The company sold a total of 3,246 units in July, which is better than 1,938 units sold in June 2020. However, YoY sales are down -39.60%, as compared to 5,374 units sold in July last year.
    KTM domestic sales

    In July 2020, the company’s top selling bike was KTM 125 (Duke + RC). A total of 1,847 units were sold, which is YoY loss of -33.70%. Sales during the same period last year stood at 2,786 units. As may be recalled, KTM 125 had emerged as the bestselling KTM soon after its launch in 2019. With KTM 125, the company has been able to target a new segment of customers who want an entry-level performance bike. Superior performance coupled with competitive pricing is a key reason for the growing popularity of KTM 125.
    At number two in the list is KTM 200 (Duke + RC) with 937 units sold in July. YoY sales have almost halved, as compared to 1,749 units sold in July last year. The first KTM to be launched in India, KTM 200 had once been the top selling KTM in the country. However, things changed after KTM 125 was introduced in the Indian market.

    KTM India sales, exports – July 2020
    KTM 390 (Duke + RC + ADV) is placed at third place with a total of 254 units sold in July. YoY loss stands at -26.59%, which is the least of all KTM bikes in July. Sales during the same period last year were 346 units. KTM 250 comes fourth with 208 units sold in July. At -57.81%, KTM 250 has registered the highest YoY loss of all KTM bikes in July. Its sales in July last year were 493 units.
    Talking about KTM 790 Duke, it’s not featured in the list, as the BS6 model is yet to be launched. It is possible that KTM might launch 790 Duke BS6 by end of this year.
    KTM exports July 2020
    While domestic sales continue to be a disappointment, KTM has a lot to cheer as far as exports are concerned. That’s because exports have almost trebled, from 3,691 units in July last year to 10,430 units in July 2020. YoY growth stands at 182.58%.
    Most exported KTM from India in July is KTM 390 with 5,772 units sent overseas. That’s a five-fold growth, up from 944 units in July last year. Next is KTM 125 with 3,404 units exported in July. That’s a three-fold growth, as compared to 842 units exported in July last year.
    However, the next two bikes in the list, KTM 200 and KTM 250, have registered negative YoY growth in July. Exports are 1,088 units and 166 units respectively, resulting in YoY loss of -22.23% and -67.19%, respectively.
    No
    KTM Domestic
    Jul-20
    Jul-19
    Diff
    %
    1
    125
    1,847
    2,786
    -939
    -33.70
    2
    200
    937
    1,749
    -812
    -46.43
    3
    390
    254
    346
    -92
    -26.59
    4
    250
    208
    493
    -285
    -57.81

    Total
    3,246
    5,374
    -2,128
    -39.60
     
     
     
     
     
     
    No
    KTM Exports
    Jul-20
    Jul-19
    Diff
    %
    1
    390
    5,772
    944
    4,828
    511.44
    2
    125
    3,404
    842
    2,562
    304.28
    3
    200
    1,088
    1,399
    -311
    -22.23
    4
    250
    166
    506
    -340
    -67.19

    Total
    10,430
    3,691
    6,739
    182.58 More

  • Royal Enfield June 2020 Sales Break Up, Exports – Classic 350, Himalayan lead

    On the Indian domestic market, Royal Enfield sold 36,510 units in June 2020 compared to 55,082 units back in June 2019
    Chennai-based motorcycle manufacturer Royal Enfield, like every other major automaker, has not been doing particularly well since COVID-19 hit India. In fact, the entire Indian automotive industry is making a slow recovery from the government’s near-two-month nationwide COVID-19 lockdown protocols, put into effect towards the end of March 2020.

    To strengthen business operations amid these challenging times, the company introduced its online booking page with attractive finance and EMI options. It has also started a doorstep service initiative dubbed Royal Enfield Service on Wheels (currently available only in Chennai). Service personnel coming under the programme are issued a Royal Enfield Bullet Trials 350, with custom-built toolkits and other essentials.
    Meanwhile, Royal Enfield is working on the next-gen ‘UCE 350’ range, starting with the Meteor 350 — replaces the phased-out BS4 Thunderbird and ThunderbirdX 350 siblings. The company discontinued its ‘UCE 500’ lineup ahead of BS6 emission norms due to low demand. At present, Royal Enfield has three model lines in its global portfolio: 350 (Bullet, Electra and Classic), Himalayan and 650 Twins.

    Royal Enfield June 2020 – Domestic Sales and Exports
    Royal Enfield Domestic Sales – June 2020
    In June 2020, Royal Enfield sold a total of 36,510 units in India as against 55,082 units back in June 2019. Among them, the Classic 350 topped the list at 22,699 units despite facing a sales decline of 32.82%. Entry-level offerings Bullet 350 and Electra 350 garnered 8,108 units (-18.92%) and 4,058 units (+50.63%) each last month. The Electra 350 is the only model which could garner positive sales figures.
    Royal Enfield’s proven adventure tourer, Himalayan hit 835 units and went through a sales drop of 31.73%. It will soon receive a strong rival in the form of Mahindra Two Wheelers’ Mojo 300 BS6. On the other hand, the parallel-twin 650 Twins (Interceptor and Continental GT) collectively marked 810 units and a 53.74% fall. The now-discontinued Thunderbird 350 line had marked 4,749 units last year.
    Royal Enfield Exports – June 2020
    In foreign markets, Indian-made Royal Enfield products are quite popular thanks to the supreme affordability they offer. The Royal Enfield Himalayan has already become a sought-after starter motorcycle for heavy offroading. Only 279 Himalayan units were shipped in June 2020. In comparison, 66.47% more made it to foreign markets last year.
    The Royal Enfield Classic 500 (not available on our market anymore) hit just 98 units last month as against 421 units in June 2019. The Thunderbird is still available for select export markets. It returned only 14 units in June 2020; still an improvement by 1 unit. Finally on the list comes the Classic 350 and Bullet 500 with a sales loss of almost 98%. More

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    Top 25 Two Wheeler exports FY2020 – Bajaj Pulsar, TVS Apache, Hero Splendor

    COVID-19 has affected businesses across the world, including automotive industries. In India, the government’s lockdown protocol has brought domestic sales to an all-time low in recent history. Vehicle dealerships across the country remain closed and automakers have started utilising online platforms to make sales. However, sales in FY2020 (April 2019 – March 2020) hit 31,23,321 […] More