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    BSA Gold Star 650 Detailed In First Official TVC – On The Road

    New BSA Gold StarBSA Gold Star retains much of its classic design with traditional rounded headlamp, wide set handlebars and tear drop shaped fuel tank
    Mahindra owned Classic Legends had bought rights of BSA Motorcycles back in 2016 for around Rs 28 crores and has now re-introduced the BSA Gold Star. This new 650cc motorcycle made its public debut earlier this month at the Motorcycle Live Show in the UK. It has been designed and developed in the UK and will also be launched there first.
    It may be recalled that the BSA Gold Star was originally sold between 1938 and 1963, when it was offered with engine options ranging from 350cc to 500cc. It now comes in retaining some of these old school design elements but with more modern underpinnings and a newly developed 650cc engine.
    New BSA Gold Star TVC
    BSA Gold Star 650 is positioned on a double cradle frame, sports traditional rounded headlamps with integrated LED DRLs and an LED tail lamp. It also receives wide set handlebars and teardrop shaped fuel tank along with wide fenders, spoked wheels fitted with Pirelli Phantom Sportscomp tyres and a single seat setup.
    Chrome accents are seen on its body around its headlamp housing, fuel tank and on the exhaust pipe. The bike gets a twin pod instrument cluster with analogue speedometer and tachometer and an LCD multi-function display. A new TVC set against a dark night backdrop, draws our attention to classic features and engine specifications of this reborn BSA project.
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    Some of these designs have also been inspired by the classic Bonneville Twins. BSA Gold Star will receive multiple colour options that will include Insignia Red, Dawn Silver, Midnight Black, Highland Green and Silver Sheen (Legacy Edition). It will weigh 213 kgs and have a wheelbase of 1,425 mm, seat height of 780 mm and fuel tank of 12 liter capacity.
    BSA Gold Star – Engine Specs
    BSA Gold Star comes in powered by a 652cc motor offering 45 hp peak power at 6,000 rpm and 55 Nm peak torque at 4,000 rpm. The engine gets mated to a 5 speed transmission. Suspension and braking is via 41mm telescopic fork in the front and twin shock absorbers at the rear along with single disc at both ends with Brembo calipers and Continental dual channel ABS.
    Classic Legends has not announced any definite plans to launch the new BS Gold Star in India. More recently, the BSA 650cc was also spied on test in India, with a likelihood that the company could produce this motorcycle in India solely for export purpose.
    New BSA Gold Star
    2022 BSA Gold Star 650 will go on sale in the UK first, wherein it will rival the likes of Royal Enfield 650 Twins, Kawasaki W800 and Triumph Street Twin. If launched in India, the new Gold Star will be positioned in a similar segment as the Royal Enfield 650 Twins. More

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    BSA Gold Star 650cc Detailed – First Look Of RE 650 Rival

    New BSA Gold Star 650BSA Gold Star has been designed and developed in the UK, and takes inspiration from the original Gold Star
    Mahindra’s Classic Legends, set up around five years ago, started off by resurrecting the Jawa brand and now are getting ready to launch Yezdi. Ahead of Yezdi, they have launched the BSA brand in the UK. The first motorcycle under BSA brand is the Gold Star 650cc. It is now on public display at the Motorcycle show in Birmingham.
    This new BSA motorcycle draws inspiration from the original Gold Star, which has been BSA’s most successful motorcycle. It will be offered in colour options of Insignia Red, Dawn Silver, Midnight Black, Highland Green and Silver Sheen (Legacy Edition).
    New BSA Gold Star 650
    BSA Gold Star 650cc First Look Review By CEO
    True to its iconic Gold Star design, it will sport a rounded headlamp with integrated LED DRLs, LED tail lamps and a tear drop shaped fuel tank. It will be seen with wide set handle bars, a single piece seat and strategically set foot pegs for a more upright riding position.
    Broad fenders, new spoked wheels, chrome finish on headlamp and engine casing and around the exhaust will give it a more premium stance along with distinctive BSA logo. The fuel tank also sports chrome accents with pin-stripes and a BSA Gold Star logo inspired by the BSA M24 and DB34 Gold Star from the 1950s. Take a look at the detailed first look walkaround review of new BSA Gold Star 650cc, given by Ashish Joshi who is the Director of BSA and also the CEO of Classic Legends.
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    The bike will also receive a twin pod instrument cluster with analogue speedometer and tachometer with an LCD multi-function display. The new BSA Gold Star rides on wire spoke alloy wheels measuring 18 inch front and 17 inch rear. The wheels are fitted with Pirelli Phantom Sportscomp tyres. The new Gold Star rides in a wheelbase of 1,425 mm and gets seat height at 780m while fuel tank capacity is at 12 liters. BSA Gold Star wet weight stands at 213 kgs.
    New BSA Gold Star 650
    Engine Specs
    BSA Gold Star is powered by a 652cc single-cylinder engine, a tribute to the original model. This liquid cooled, single cylinder, DOHC, 4 valve engine makes 45 hp power at 4,000 rpm and 55 Nm torque at 6,000 rpm mated to a 5 speed transmission, with slip and assist clutch.
    The engine has been specifically designed and developed by BSA in association with Technical University of Graz. It complies with the latest emission standards, without compromising on either power or performance. It has been designed to be ridden in the city as well as open roads. Top speed is 103 mph or 165 kmph.
    New BSA Gold Star 650
    Positioned on a tubular steel dual cradle frame, suspension is via 41mm telescopic fork in the front and twin shock at the rear with 5 step preload adjustability. Braking is through 320mm disc in the front and Brembo two piston floating calipers along with 255mm disc at the rear. Continental dual channel ABS is offered as standard.
    BSA Gold Star is positioned as a premium bike. It will go on sale in the UK first. As things stand, Classic Legends has no plans of introducing the new range of BSA motorcycles in India, at least as on date. However, the bikes could be produced in India at the company’s plant in Pithampur with exports to commence from early 2022. It will rival the Royal Enfield 650 Twins in the UK while it will also take on the Kawasaki W800 and Triumph Street Twin. More

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    BSA Motorcycles Unveils Their First New Motorcycle – Royal Enfield 650 Rival

    New BSA Motorcycle DebutsBSA Motorcycles has showcased their new motorcycle under the leadership of Mahindra owned Classic Legends
    A few days ago, BSA Motorcycles had officially announced their return via social media. The same was also retweeted by Anand Mahindra, helping stir up enthusiasm among BSA fans across the world. Now, their first motorcycle has been officially unveiled.
    Birmingham Small Arms or BSA has officially mark its revival, with the unveiling of their first new gen motorcycle under the ownership of Classic Legends. The new BSA motorcycle was showcased at an exclusive event in Birmingham UK. Images are credit to BSA Motorcycles Facebook page.
    BSA Goldstar 650
    This new BSA motorcycle is likely to be called as Goldstar 650. It will be on public display at the upcoming Motorcycle Live show in Birmingham, UK being held from 4th-12th December 2021. BSA Goldstar 650 is likely to be powered by a single cylinder 650cc engine and will rival the likes of Royal Enfield 650 Twins in the UK and other markets hopefully.
    It may be recalled that BSA Motorcycles became defunct in 1970s but with Classic Legends, a Mahindra subsidiary, in-charge of the BSA project since 2016, the brand gets revived with more focus on international markets. Classic Legends acquired BSA for approximately Rs. 28 crores.
    New BSA Motorcycle Debuts
    With this announcement made, Classic Legends has lost no time in readying their new motorcycle. Test bikes have been spied on test in Pune, India. These bikes could also be produced in India at the company’s plant in Pithampur with exports to commence from early next year.
    BSA Goldstar 650 – More details
    Classic Legends has set up a technical and design center in Banbury, Oxfordshire followed by assembly of new motorcycles at the BSA facility in Midlands. This new BSA motorcycle will be positioned in the premium bike segment. It will boast of a classic design with the character of old BSA bikes but with modern underpinnings. It is set to go on sale in the UK first, but could also make its way to India.
    The new 650cc will continue to exude a retro theme. It receives a rounded headlamp with integrated DRLs, LED tail lamp, tear drop shaped fuel tank and wide set handlebars. It will also get broad fenders at the front and rear. It will sport spoked wheels wrapped with Pirelli tyres. Extensive use of chrome is seen across its body, from headlamp to fuel tank extending to its exhaust pipe and engine casing. An elongated seat and an upright riding position will show off its retro theme.
    New BSA Motorcycle Debuts
    Engine specs on the new BSA Goldstar are likely to include a 650cc motor making 47 hp power and 40 Nm torque. The engine will be liquid cooled to comply with future emission standards. It will receive disc brakes at the front and rear along with dual channel ABS as standard.
    In other news, BSA Motorcycle Company has received a grant of 4.6 million GBP (Rs 45.20 crore) from the UK Government to develop zero emission motorcycles. These are being developed at the company’s R&D center in the Midlands, UK with production set to commence soon. More

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    BSA Motorcycles Is Back With New Logo – First Official Teaser Out

    First motorcycle under revived BSA motorcycles was recently spied near Pune. Image – ThrustZoneClassic Legends currently manufacturers motorcycles under the Jawa brand in India
    This news might bring smiles to the faces of classic motorcycle lovers. In the latest development, Mahindra & Mahindra owned Classic Legends will be reviving one of the iconic motorcycling brands in Britain- BSA Motorcycles. The company’s operations have been defunct since 1972.
    Classic Legends intends to start assembly of BSA Motorcycles in Britain by mid next year. Anand Mahindra, chairman of Mahindra & Mahindra Group, owns 60 percent of stakes at Classic Legends and is reported to be the primary backer of this project.
    Revival of BSA Motorcycles – New Logo Teaser
    Classic Legends will first start by developing a technical and design centre in Banbury, Oxfordshire which will be followed by the commencement of assemblies of new motorcycles at BSA’s facility in Midlands. The spotting of BSA motorcycle test mule in Pune, suggests that the new range of motorcycles may have already been developed by Classic Legends in India.
    BSA Motorcycles have launched their new social media handles, where they have announced their comeback, and even shared new logo. Hat tip to automotive enthusiast Rakesh for sharing the update. Take a look at the teaser below.

    Return of a Legend. #BSAisBack.
    We’ve evolved, but our DNA remains unaltered.#BSAMotorcycles #Motorcycles #BSA #BritishClassic pic.twitter.com/put30okQiV
    — BSA Motorcycles Official (@bsamotorcycles_) November 24, 2021

    Government of UK has already awarded a grant of £4.6 million (or INR 45.2 crore) to Classic Legends which is nearly half the money required to set up an R&D centre at Banbury, near Coventry. This will also provide 255 new job opportunities. This facility will be utilised exclusively to develop bikes with electric powertrains, first of which is expected to undergo production later next year.
    Legacy of BSA motorcycles
    BSA which stood for Birmingham Small Arms was originally founded in 1861 as an arms manufacturing unit at Small Heath in Birmingham. The setting of Small Heath has been aptly showcased in the popular BBC Network show ‘Peaky Blinders’.
    The company started producing motorcycles in the year 1910 and had a decent run until the mid-1960s. Things started to fall apart when Japanese manufacturers entered the market and BSA eventually had to shut down its entire operation in 1972.
    Upcoming BSA Motorcycle. Image – ThrustZone.
    Other Details To Look Out For
    Apart from the incentive by British Government, the other reason for Mahindra to revive BSA Motorcycles in the UK is to maintain the brand’s legacy. The project is being handled by Anupam Thareja, co-founder of Mahindra’s Classic Legends subsidiary. It will be interesting to see what powertrains and platforms Classic Legends use in the new BSA bikes. Currently, the company has two single-cylinder motors- a 293cc and a 334cc unit which it employs on Jawa motorcycles. The same team is also getting ready to revive Yezdi brand.
    It is to be noted that Mahindra brought the controlling stake of both Jawa and BSA Motorcycles around the same time in 2016. The proposed new bikes under the revived BSA brand will cost between £5,000 and £10,000 (Rs 4.9 to 9.8 lakh) in the UK. The first BSA motorcycles are expected to be in the 650cc segment, taking on the Royal Enfield Twins range. More

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    Mahindra Mojo Aero Tested, Bolt-On Adv Body Kit By Autologue Design

    Mahindra Mojo ADV Kit by Autologue DesignMahindra Mojo doesn’t have a direct rival in the market but competes against the likes of Bajaj Dominar and Jawa
    Of all the touring bikes currently on sale in the market, Mahindra Mojo seems the most underrated. Clearly, it had to bear the brunt of poor marketing and substandard sales and service network of the company’s two-wheeler division that never really took off. Despite that Mojo has been able to create a small niche consumer base for itself even in such a competitive environment.
    At first glance, one has to admit that Mojo is able to grab all of his/her attention thanks to its unique design. The twin round halogen headlamps setup with an oddly shaped headlamp cowl gives it a quirky styling. Yet it possesses all basic qualities of a good touring machine.
    Mahindra Mojo ADV Kit by Autologue Design
    Updated Design
    Autologue Design, a Pune-based, aftermarket customisation workshop has developed a new body kit specifically for Mojo that turns it into an adventure motorcycle, at least on its look side.
    Dubbed Mahindra Mojo Explorer, the motorcycle wears a new aftermarket body kit over its stock body panels. In its new attire, Mojo Explorer looks a proper adventure tourer with a redesigned fuel tank, a tinted front screen to keep away the wind burst and a traditional beak as seen in most contemporary.
    Mahindra Mojo ADV Kit by Autologue Design
    Handlebar is taller for a better reach while tyres wrapped around 17-inch alloy wheels also seem to be dual-purpose ones. The Mahindra insignia is still intact beneath the fuel tank.
    Mahindra Mojo ADV Kit by Autologue Design
    However, hardware components such as the front forks, subframe and swingarm which are wrapped in golden paint in Touring Edition have been blacked out like the rest of the components. Therefore underneath it is the same motorcycle as the stock model.
    Specifications & Features
    In its BS6 iteration, Mahindra Mojo is powered by a 294.72cc single-cylinder, fuel-injected, liquid-cooled motor that churns out 25.37 bhp and a torque of 25.96 Nm. This unit is paired to a six-speed gearbox.
    Mahindra Mojo ADV Kit by Autologue Design
    Hardware of the bike consists of a Twin Tube Exposed frame suspended on conventional telescopic forks at front and a gas-charged mono-shock at rear. Disc brakes at both ends with 320mm and 240mm rotors at front and rear respectively carry out stopping duties.
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    In terms of features, it is offered with a semi-digital instrument console with digital readings for odometer, speedometer, tachometer and trip meter. Lighting setup comprises twin-pod halogen headlamps, LED DRLs and LED taillamp. Safety net is provided by a dual-channel ABS as standard. It is currently priced between Rs 1.99 lakh and Rs 2.11 lakh (ex-showroom, India). More

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    Mahindra Mojo 300 ABS Buyers To Get Free Shiro Helmet Worth Rs 5k

    Image – @vijaysandaraj7
    Mahindra Mojo 300 directly rivals Bajaj Dominar and the upcoming Hero Xpulse 200T

    Towards the end of the year, auto manufacturers race against time to clear their inventories. In order to do that, they offer multiple benefits to consumers to attract them to showrooms and make a purchase during this period. Mahindra Two-wheelers have resorted to something similar.
    Mahindra is offering a special safety offer with Mojo 300 for the month of December. This safety will encompass all consumers looking to buy a Mojo during the month of December 2020. Offer is applicable till the end of this month.
    Details of Offer
    Under this offer scheme, Mahindra will be offering every new Mojo owner a Mojo Branded Helmet (by Shiro) worth Rs.4,901 absolutely free of cost. Additionally, under the offer of Mojo Tribesman, a Mojo consumer who refers his/her friend to a nearby Mahindra Mojo dealership will get rewarded with Mojo Branded Long Riding Gloves worth Rs.2350 absolutely free.
    Mahindra Mojo BS6 was launched a few months ago. Sales have not been great, despite the reduction in price. Since launch in Aug, BS6 Mojo sales are at 146 units. With this new offer, Mahindra aims to increase sales in the last month of the year 2020.
    Mahindra Mojo Offer – Dec 2020
    Mojo 300 Details
    Mojo 300 is powered by a 295cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine which puts out 25.35 bhp at 7,300 rpm and 26.0 Nm of peak torque at 6,000 rpm. This unit is linked to a six-speed gearbox. The bike is mounted on a twin-tube Exposed Frame which is assisted by a suspension setup consisting of telescopic front forks and a mono-shock unit at rear. Braking duties are handled by front and rear disc brakes of 320mm and 240mm respectively assisted by dual-channel ABS offered as standard.
    It rolls on 17-inch wheels with 110/70-17 M/C 54S front and 140/70-17 M/C 66S profile of tyres. It gets a curb weight of 186 kg and a wheelbase of 1,460 mm alongside a ground clearance of 165 mm and a seat height of 300 mm. It can hold up to 21 litres of fuel. The tourer gets its signature dual-pod halogen headlamps which give it a menacing look.
    Mojo Sales
    FY 2020/21
    FY 2019/20
    April
    0
    0
    May
    0
    1
    June
    0
    1
    July
    0
    1
    Aug
    32
    25
    Sep
    37
    11
    Oct
    77
    40
    Total
    146
    79
    It is available in four colour schemes namely- Red Agate, Rube Red, Garnet Black and Black Pearl. Prices for the tourer motorcycle start at Rs 2.00 lakh and go up to Rs 2.11 lakh (both prices are ex-showroom).
    Other Bikes by Mahindra
    Mojo is currently the only bike in the market which is retailed under Mahindra’s brand name. Apart from Mojo, Mahindra owns a majority stake at Classic Motorcycles which builds Jawa motorcycles in India.
    Currently, Classic Motorcycles retails three Jawa motorcycles in India- Jawa Standard, Jawa Forty-Two and Perak. The bikemaker is also going to start production of Yezdi brand of motorcycles most probably from next year. The company will also be manufacturing bikes for the redundant British brand BSA Motorcycles in the United Kingdom from next year. More

  • 2020 Mahindra Mojo 300 BS6 prices hiked by Rs 11k – Select colours

    The base Black Pearl shade of the BS6 Mahindra Mojo 300 DOES NOT receive any price revision
    It was only recently that Mahindra Two Wheelers launched the BS6-compliant 2020MY version of its flagship touring motorcycle, Mojo 300. Ex-showroom prices start at roughly Rs 2 lakh or Rs 5,000 more than its phased-out BS4 ‘dual-channel ABS’ counterpart. One could argue that the Indian automaker is a bit late to the party since India’s 250-350cc motorcycle segment has got some compelling alternatives at competitive prices.

    Apart from becoming ‘cleaner’ and receiving new colours, the 2020MY Mahindra Mojo BS6 remains nearly identical to its predecessor. There are four colour options: Black Pearl, Red Agate, Ruby Red and Garnet Black. The very first booking took place in Pune last month and deliveries are expected to start by mid-September.
    In the meantime, the company has announced a price hike. While the base Black Pearl option does not get any price revision, Red Agate and Ruby Red shades have become costlier by Rs 11,000. Garnet Black costs Rs 6,000 more than before. Hence, ex-showroom prices of the updated Mahindra Mojo 300 BS6 now range from Rs 2.00-2.11 lakh.

    As mentioned before, the touring motorcycle sports minimal changes over its BS4 avatar. Notable details include twin-pod headlamp setup, exposed ‘twin tube frame’, 21-litre fuel tank, LED tail lamp, 320mm front petal disc brake (regular 240mm unit at the back), 5-spoke alloy wheels, blacked-out theme, engine cowl, semi-digital instrument console, etc. It has several shortcomings compared to other players in the segment. At the moment, KTM India’s 390 Adventure offers the highest value in terms of performance and equipment.
    The Mojo 300 commands a ground clearance of 165mm and weighs about 186kg (wet). It rides on 110/70R17 and 140/70R17 tyres at the front and rear, respectively. To aid its touring traits, the front suspension boasts of 143mm travel. This drops down to 135mm for the rear monoshock.
    The Mahindra Mojo originally debuted with LED DRLs, dual exhausts, Pirelli tyres, USD forks, etc. — later under ‘XT300’ moniker. The current version appears to be an updated ‘UT300’ variant. Primary rivals include the KTM 250 Duke, BMW G 310 GS (BS6 update on the way), Bajaj Dominar 250, Royal Enfield Himalayan, etc.
    Engine & specs
    Powering the 2020MY Mahindra Mojo 300 is a BS6-compliant 294.72cc liquid-cooled DOHC single-cylinder engine. It churns out 25.35bhp @ 7,300rpm and 25.96Nm @ 6,000rpm while mated to a 6-speed transmission (no slipper clutch). In BS4 format, the power plant made 26.6bhp @ 7,500rpm and 28Nm @ 5,500rpm. More

  • Mahindra Mojo BS6 Exhaust Note Captured – Walkaround Video

    Mahindra Mojo BS6 has been launched in India from a starting price of Rs 1.99 lakhs, ex-sh
    Earlier this month, Mahindra Two Wheelers launched their much awaited Mojo BS6 variant. Available in a choice of 4 colour options, prices start from Rs 1.99 lakhs and goes all the way to Rs 2.11 lakhs. All prices are ex-sh.

    Though launched, deliveries are yet to start. Pune based biker Savio, who was the first to book the Mojo BS6 in India, is expecting to get delivery of his bike by September. Ahead of deliveries starting, select enthusiasts have managed to get a test ride of the Mojo BS6.
    One such enthusiast is Rakesh Mehta from Mahindra Mojo Riders Club. Earlier today, he has shared a short walkaround video, which gives us a 360 degree view of the Mojo BS6, as well as let us hear the exhaust note. Below is the video.

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    According the Rakesh, the BS6 Mojo is much more refined and smoother, as compared to the BS4 Mojo. In addition to this, he also experienced lesser jerks at lower RPMs. Other two points made by him are – Sounds quite smooth compared to previous one ( Due to additional Cat Cons ) , XT Exhaust was quite bassy.
    And the second point, Excellent brakes and as usual comfortable seats just like previous ABS model. When asked about the missing USDs by another member of the Mojo Club, Rakesh replied that he found the new telescopic forks just like the USDs. Fuel efficiency has been improved.
    Engine
    Powering the Mojo BS6 is an upgraded 300cc, liquid cooled, DOHC, single cylinder engine offering 26.6 hp power at 7,500 rpm and 28 Nm torque at 5,500 rpm mated to a 6 speed gearbox with an additional catalytic converter to meet with the more stringent BS6 emission standards.

    Mahindra Mojo BS6 Brochure
    Front suspension is regular telescopic forks with 143mm travel while at the rear there is a monoshock with 135 mm travel. Braking is via disc brakes measuring 320mm in the front and 240mm disc at the rear. ABS is offered as standard. Mojo BS6 gets a 21 liter fuel tank and will ride on 110/70R17 front and 140/70R17 tyres.
    Mahindra Mojo BS6 looks very similar to its BS4 counterpart. It will get four new colour options of Ruby Red, Black Pearl, Garnet Black and Red Agate. All four colour options are seen with contrasting black wheels.
    It will also be seen with a twin pod headlamp cluster with a front cowl, single step up seating and alloy wheels. Features at the rear include an upswept exhaust system, extended mudguard and LED tail lamps. On board features will include a semi digital instrument panel while the console will include an analogue set up with tachometer and a digital screen offering speed, gear position, odometer and trip meter readouts. More