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      2021 Benelli TNT 600 Leaks Ahead Of India Launch This Year

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      2021 Benelli TNT 600After a brief lull, Benelli is working aggressively to expand its India portfolio
      In the BS6 era, Benelli has been slow to update its motorcycles to comply with new emission norms. For several months, it only had Imperiale 400 in the Indian market. However, things have started moving a lot faster in 2021, as the Chinese-owned Italian motorcycle manufacturer has already launched three new motorcycles – Benelli TRK 502, 502X ADV and Leoncino 500.
      Benelli has plans to launch five more motorcycles this year in India, one of which will be TNT 600. The other four are TRK 502X, Leoncino 250, 302S, and 302R. One of the most awaited is TNT 600, which has now been revealed online via type-approval documents. This is likely to be the variant that will be launched in India later this year.
      New Benelli TNT 600 design and updates
      New Benelli TNT 600 packs in a range of visual updates. For example, the motorcycle gets refreshed side panels that flank the radiator. Another key change is the new seat unit that gets intake-style scoops on the sides. Headlight and colour TFT dashboard look similar to the updated units that were introduced in 2020 in markets where the motorcycle is still available for sale.
      Talking about functional improvements, new TNT 600 has been equipped with a new swingarm. This looks similar to the one that was used last year for Benelli’s parent company QJMotor’s SRK600 motorcycle.
      2021 Benelli 302R
      New TNT 600 appears to have Marzocchi forks and Brembo brake callipers. This configuration is similar to that of top-spec QJMotor SRK600. The motorcycle is expected to be equipped with Bosch dual-channel switchable ABS that was also available with the earlier variant.
      New Benelli TNT 600 engine
      With the engine updated to comply with BS6 emission norms, power output is expected to reduce to 80 hp. In its earlier, BS4 format, the 600cc in-line four motor was capable of generating 86.24 PS of max power and 54.6 Nm of peak torque. This was mated to a 6-speed gearbox.
      New Benelli TNT 600 is expected to be priced higher as compared to BS4 variant. The BS4 standard variant was priced at around Rs 5.60 lakh whereas the ABS variant retailed at a starting price of Rs 6.17 lakh.
      As may be recalled, TNT 600 was taken out from European markets as well when Euro-5 emission norms came into effect. Now that the motorcycle has received type-approval in China, it is expected to comply with Euro 5 / BS6 emission norms. China has its own emission norms, which are similar to that of Euro 5 and BS6. More

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      KTM India Sales Decline, Exports Grow In Feb 2021 – Duke, RC, ADV

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      File photo. Credit – Indori MotoroidsKTM motorcycles in India are manufactured in Bajaj Auto’s Chakan-based facility near Pune in Maharashtra
      KTM sales have been growing exponentially over the last few years, both in terms of YoY and MoM. However, that wasn’t the case in February 2021 when sales were down, especially in domestic sales. This could primarily be attributed to production delays which were caused due to constraints in unavailability of components and also due to fall in demand.
      Domestic Sales
      The brand has been one of the leading premium bike sellers in the country in recent times. In February 2021, the Austrian bikemaker sold a total of 5,394 units in comparison to 6,470 bikes sold in February 2020 and 6,777 bikes sold in January this year. This led to a decline in YoY as well as MoM sales by 16.63 percent and 20.41 percent.
      KTM 200, 390 & 250 suffer degrowth
      In the domestic market, 200 Duke was the most popular motorcycle from KTM in India with sales of 2,431 units last month. In comparison, the manufacturer retailed 2,900 units in February last year and 2,979 units in January this year. This resulted in YoY and MoM decline of 16.17 percent and 18.40 percent.
      The company’s entry-level product Duke 125 came in next with a total sales volume of 2,200 units against last year’s February sales of 1,476 units which led to YoY growth of 49.05 percent. The figures stood at 2,516 units in January 2021 which meant an MoM decline of 12.56 percent.
      KTM India Domestic Sales Feb 2021
      However, the most disappointing of them all was the 390 series which recorded sales of only 451 units in February this year despite it having the most number of offerings. KTM sells three models in this space- 390 Duke, RC 390 and 390 Adventure. A YoY and MoM growth of 70.03 percent and 47.03 percent respectively were recorded last month.
      KTM sells two models under the 250 Series- namely 250 Duke and 250 Adventure which combined to raked in a sales volume of 312 units. The figures in February 2020 and January 2021 stood at 589 units and 560 units respectively. This resulted in a decline in YoY and MoM sales by 47.03 percent and 44.29 percent.
      Export Figures
      Things were slightly better in terms of exports as the Austrian bikemaker shipped 8,153 bikes to overseas markets last month. In comparison, the company dispatched 5,387 units and 6,814 units to overseas countries in February 2020 and January 2021. Thus it led to YoY and MoM growth of 51.35 percent and 19.65 percent.
      KTM India Exports Feb 2021
      Out of all models, the 390 series was the highest-selling with cumulative sales of 3,034 units against 3,536 units and 3,354 units shipped in February 2020 and January this year. KTM 390 was closely trailed by KTM 200 with a total shipment of 2,982 units and recorded impressive YoY and MoM growths of 304 percent and 141.65 percent. 125 Duke and the 250 series recorded YoY growth of 40.12 percent and 251.65 percent respectively. More

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      Zyngo Electric Vehicles Battery Swapping Powered By Sun Mobility

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      Zyngo Electric VehiclesA total of 500 Zyngo vehicles will use SUN Mobility Swap Points by the end of this year
      A host of EV startups are coming up with offerings ranging from last mile delivery services to setting up battery swapping stations in a bid to enhance the dependence on electric power and boost growth in the EV sector. The electric vehicle market in India is expected to register sales of over the 63 lakh unit mark by 2027.
      The Government of each state in India coming up with various initiatives to boost this growth. Some such Indian startups that have been revolutionizing the EV industry in India are Zypp Electric Mobility, Zyngo Mobility, Ather Energy and eBike Go.
      Sun Mobility and Zyngo Join Hands
      SUN Mobility, a Bengaluru based provider of universal energy infrastructure and services has entered into an alliance with Zyngo, is a hyperlocal delivery service catering to the needs of B2B and B2C consumers. Zyngo commenced operations in Jan 2020 and has since then partnered with various brands to provide last mile delivery.
      The partnership was announced in the presence of the Chief Minister of Haryana, Manohar Lal Khattar. Under the terms of the agreement, Zyngo will depoy 500 vehicles linked to SUN Mobility swapping network by the end of this year.
      Zyngo Electric Vehicles
      For a start, 120 vehicles have been deployed in Gurugram, Delhi, Noida and Ghaziabad for last mile and middle mile delivery. The vehicles that will consist of e-loaders and carriers will use SUN Mobility Swap points in 2021 for its last mile delivery services.
      Zyngo’s fleet of e-loaders and carriers will utilize SUN Mobility’s services through the network of battery swap points being offered at Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) stations to boost last-mile delivery services.
      Sun Mobility’s swapping solution
      As per the terms of agreement, Zyngo vehicles powered by SUV Mobility’s swapping solutions will try to alleviate the key EV adoption challenges among which are high battery replacement costs, high battery maintenance charges and range anxieties along with charging time.
      Systemic growth in Gurugram is being projected by the Government especially in terms of electric mobility. The Government of Haryana expects to reduce pollution levels and generate employment opportunities in the state and this alliance between SUN Mobility and Zyngo is a step in this direction in turning Gurugram into the Smartest City in the country.
      Zyngo is the delivery partner for a host of e-commerce, FMCC, retail and pharma organizations. There has been a boom in e-commerce networks over the past 9-12 months causing a surge in last mile deliveries. Other players such has Amazon, Flipkart and Big Basket have also sought a shift towards electrifying their delivery fleet.
      Prateek Rao, Founder and CEO of Zyngo spoke about this alliance with SUN Mobility in their bid to offer pollution free and seamless delivery services to their end customers. It is the company’s endeavor to become one of the leading EV logistics service providers in the last mile sector. SUN Mobility platform has powered over 1 lakh deliveries covering a total of 2 lakh plus emission free kms in association with Zyngo. More

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      Yamaha Sales, Exports Breakup Feb 2021 – FZ, R15, MT15, RayZR, Fascino

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      Image – Youtube LookFebruary wasn’t that good for Yamaha, as both domestic sales and exports are in the red
      In the domestic market, the Japanese manufacturer sold a total of 55,488 units in February 2021. YoY sales are down -4.73%, as compared to 58,245 units sold in February last year. In overseas markets, Yamaha exported a total of 20,688 units in February. This is -6.68% YoY de-growth, as compared to 22,168 units exported in February last year.
      Yamaha FZ leads
      One of the bestsellers in 150cc-200cc motorcycle segment, Yamaha FZ sales stood at 17,798 units in February 2021. YoY growth is at 29.23%, as compared to 13,772 units sold in February last year. FZ had 32.08% share in sales in February. Yamaha had recently introduced new updates for FZ FI and FZ-S FI, which include new colour options, Bluetooth based smartphone connectivity features, and side stand engine cut-off switch.
      Yamaha Sales Feb 2021
      Second bestseller for Yamaha in February is RayZR with sales of 13,812 units. YoY growth is 21.71%, as compared to 11,348 units sold in February last year. Share in overall sales is at 24.89%. 125cc RayZR is preferred for its aggressive profile, superior performance, and improved mileage.
      Fascino takes the third place with 10,228 units sold in February 2021. YoY growth has more than halved, as compared to 25,709 units sold in February last year. Share in sales is at 18.43%. As may be recalled, Yamaha had recently hiked prices for both Fascino and RayZR in the range of Rs 2.5k to Rs 3k.

      No
      Yamaha Sales
      Feb-21
      Feb-20
      %

      1
      FZ
      17,798
      13,772
      29.23

      2
      RayZR
      13,812
      11,348
      21.71

      3
      Fascino
      10,228
      25,709
      -60.22

      4
      R15
      7,474
      4,996
      49.60

      5
      MT15
      6,176
      1,892
      226.43

      6
      Alpha
      0
      328
      -100.00

      7
      Saluto
      0
      172
      -100.00

      8
      R3
      0
      15
      -100.00

      9
      FZ25
      0
      13
      -100.00

      –
      Total
      55,488
      58,245
      -4.73

      At fourth place is R15 with a total of 7,474 units sold in February 2021. R15 has registered strong YoY growth of 49.60%, as compared to 4,996 units sold in February last year. Percentage share in sales is at 13.47%. R15 is also one of the popular motorcycles in 150cc-200cc segment.
      MT15 is at fifth spot with sales of 6,176 units in February. Sales have more than trebled, as compared to 1,892 units sold in February last year. MT15 share in sales is at 11.13%.
      Yamaha exports breakup February 2021
      Export numbers do not look encouraging, as eight out of eleven motorcycles have negative YoY growth. The top three most exported Yamaha two-wheelers are FZ, RayZR, and SZ. FZ leads with 9,560 units exported in February. YoY growth is at 16.25%, as compared to 8,224 units exported in February last year.
      Yamaha Exports Feb 2021
      RayZR exports are 2,860 units, which is negative YoY growth of -20.93%. RayZR exports in February last year stood at 3,617 units. SZ has posted positive numbers with 2,464 units in February 2021. Exports numbers have close to doubled, as compared to 1,264 units exported in February last year.
      Other Yamaha two-wheelers in the list include Crux (1,682 units) at number four, followed by Saluto (1,476), Fascino (1,366), Saluto RX (522), R15 (350), MT15 (240), and Alpha (168). Among these, only Fascino has positive YoY growth. More

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      Hero MotoCorp Model Wise Sales Feb 2021- Splendor, Passion, Destini, Maestro

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      Hero SplendorHero Splendor is the company’s best-selling two-wheeler in both domestic and overseas markets
      The two-wheeler segment in India continues to find many takers despite a brief lull caused due to the Covid-19 pandemic. With a revival of demand, sales of two-wheelers have increased as well. Hero MotoCorp, as we all know, leads this segment in India by a fair margin.
      Domestic Sales- Splendor, HF Deluxe Lead
      The company sold as many as 4,84,405 two-wheelers in February 2021 which is slightly more than what it sold during the same period in 2020. In February last year, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer sold 4,80,849 units. Thus it recorded an overall growth of 0.74 percent in the domestic market.
      Hero’s entry-level motorcycle Splendor continued to lead the charts with a sales figure of 2,47,422 units last month against last year’s 2,15,196 units. Thereby, it registered YoY growth of 14.98 percent. It was followed by another entry-level bike from Hero- the HF Deluxe which raked in 1,26,309 units last month as opposed to 1,75,997 units sold in February last year. This resulted in a YoY decline in sales by 28.23 percent.
      The brand sold 34,417 units of Passion Pro last month which is slightly lesser than the previous year’s 34,797 units. This translates to YoY degrowth of 1.09 percent. Glamor registered a decline in sales by 23.43 percent as it registered sales of 27,375 last month which is 8,377 units less than what Hero sold during the same period last year.
      Hero MotoCorp Model Wise Sales Feb 2021
      Scooters Post Strong Numbers
      The manufacturer’s scooters Pleasure (23,106 units), Destini (12,031 units) and Maestro (5,899 units) occupied the fifth, sixth and seven spots respectively. All three scooters registered sizable YoY growths of 173.93 percent, 64.72 percent and 180.64 percent respectively.
      Hero’s latest addition to its armoury- Xtreme 160R, took the fourth spot with sales of 4,985 units. The previous iteration of the sporty commuter motorcycle recorded sales of 605 units in February 2020, thus resulting in YoY growth of 723.97 percent. The company’s sole adventure tourer Xpulse 200 registered sales of 2,861 units.
      Export Numbers Grow
      Hero fared slightly better in exports in terms of YoY growth. In February this year, it shipped 21,034 units to overseas markets in comparison to last year’s 18,046 units. This resulted in a growth of 16.56 percent. Splendor recorded the highest exports of 6,631 units against last year’s 5,993 units during the same month. Therefore, it recorded a YoY growth of 12.71 percent.
      Hero MotoCorp Model Wise Exports Feb 2021
      Xtreme 150 which was discontinued in India last year, continues to be shipped overseas. Last month it recorded sales of 3,229 units which translated to a massive YoY growth of 797 percent. HF Deluxe (2,444 units) registered YoY degrowth of 24.71 percent while Xpulse 200 recorded a healthy YoY growth of 168.97 percent. Achiever (1,869 units) recorded the highest YoY growth of 309.87 percent as far as exports are concerned. More

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      SuperSoco Electric Scooter India Launch Plans – Bajaj Chetak Rival

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      SuperSoco CUmini Electric Scooter For IndiaPerth-based e-scooter maker Vmoto plans an onslaught into the Indian electric two wheeler market with CUX and CUmini e-scooters
      India’s electric two wheeler market is growing by leaps and bounds. The electric two wheeler market in FY2020 stood at around 1.52 lakh units and is likely to grow at a CAGR of around 25 percent during the period FY 2021-26. The segment is currently ruled by the likes of Hero Electric, Okinawa Autotech Pvt. Ltd, Ampere Vehicles, Ather, etc, and new comers are also making a bee line for this segment noting the demand prospects.
      One such new comer into the Indian electric vehicle segment is Perth based e-scooter maker Vmoto. The electric two wheeler manufacturer has signed an agreement with Bird Group for the distribution of SuperSoco CUmini and SuperSoco CUx.
      Vmoto is an Australian electric motorcycle maker that have a joint venture with SuperSoco of China to form a company called Vmoto Soco. Bird Group is the parent of Bird Automotive which is one of the leading premium car dealership outlet in India for BMW and MINI range.
      Bird Group to distribute CUX and CUmini range
      According to a study conducted by Bird Group, even as Vmoto have three electric two-wheelers, namely TS Street Hunter, TC Wanderer and CUmini in their lineup, the SuperSoco CUmini and SuperSoco CUx were ideally suited for the Indian markets.
      SuperSoco Electric Scooter
      Bird Automotive also has exclusive distribution rights of Segway Personal Transporters. The company has over 500 corporate customers and a host of individual buyers along with a strong relationship with the Government of India. The company had showcased a SuperSoco electric scooter the 2020 Auto Expo where it was codenamed ES1+.
      Bird Group will initially bring in 20 units of the CUmini e-scooter for trials and these will be used under a government led ride sharing project in New Delhi. In its first year of operation, Vmoto targets orders of 10,000 units with total value at around AUD 13.8 million (Rs 77.5 crores).
      SuperSoco CUmini and CUx
      The SuperSoco CUmini is an entry level model and receives a minimal design. Soco CUx on the other hand is a light weight scooter designed for shorter distances. It rides on 12 inch wheels and gets colour options of red, black, gray and white.
      SuperSoco Electric Scooter
      The CUmini receives features such as LED tail lamp and rear turn signals, keyless start with remote and a monochrome LCD instrument cluster. The SuperSoco App allows riders to access the bike, gain vehicle status control and GPS location along with alarm status, movement history and navigation data.
      The CUmini is powered by a 0.6 kW electric motor along with a 0.96 kWh battery pack with NCM technology and a FOC 3.3 control unit. The battery pack is removable for easier charging and weighs a total of 7.2 kgs. Charging from 0 – 100 percent is accomplished in around 7 hours to offer a range of 60 – 70 kms while top speed is rated at 45 km/h. SuperSoco CUmini uses less than 1.6 kWh per 100 kms.
      SuperSoco Electric Scooter
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      2021 KTM RC 125 Side View Spied – Pillion Seat Higher Than R15 V3?

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      2021 KTM RC 125 / RC 200. Image – ChinmayKTM will launch a completely revamped RC lineup in India which includes RC 125, RC 200 and RC 390 sometime during the course of this year
      KTM had commenced trial production of the next generation RC 200 at the end of last year. We expected the updated faired motorcycle to make its debut by the first quarter of this year. However, there are no signs of the motorcycle as of now.
      Although, on a couple of instances, the new RC 200 has been spotted testing on Indian roads in recent months which suggests that the motorcycle is still in its developmental phase. Another set of spy shots of the upcoming faired sports bike has emerged online where a test mule is seen conducting pre-launch tests.
      RC 200 Revised Styling
      Even though the prototype was wrapped under heavy camouflage, we could notice certain design aspects which had been taken over from RC 390. One thing is for sure, that the upcoming RC range will wear a completely different top hot compared to its predecessor.
      The biggest variation noticed is the single-piece headlamp as opposed to a twin-pod headlamp cluster. The halogen unit is flanked by a similar LED DRL strip on its borders. In addition, it also gets a taller windscreen and new LED turn indicators which are integrated onto the wing mirrors.
      2021 KTM RC 125 / RC 200. Image – Chinmay
      The revised windscreen has been designed not only to provide better protection from the wind but also to enhance its aerodynamic properties. The new split seating setup is certainly not as attractive as the previous model but looks more convenient and hopefully more convenient.
      The spy shots indicate a more compliant riding position which includes handlebars fitted closer to the rider and center set footpegs that offer an upright riding stance. Other notable changes witnessed are redesigned 5-spoke alloy wheels finished in Electric Orange, slimmer fairing and proper split grab rails. Pillion seat has been raised significantly.
      New Features
      In addition to all the updates mentioned above, the upcoming RC 125 / 200 also gets a new underbelly exhaust setup and a new rear subframe. Previous spy pics also revealed that the bike will get new body graphics and decals that will accentuate its sporty appeal. The latest spy pics also reveal a new and larger TFT digital instrument console which is expected to feature smartphone connectivity via Bluetooth.
      2021 KTM RC 125 / RC 200. Image – Chinmay
      RC 200 Updated Design
      Not only RC 200 but the Austrian bikemaker is looking to completely overhaul its entire RC lineup in India including RS 125 and RC 390. Latest spy shots of RC 390 also suggest a completely revamped design. The new generation faired sports bike also features a heavily redesigned front end with dual projector headlamps being replaced by a single headlamp unit. However, unlike its smaller sibling, it gets a full LED lighting setup.
      Like RC 200, front fairing of RC 390 also looks revised which gives it a sharper look and improved aerodynamic efficiency. The shape of the fuel tank has been altered too which also seems to have improved rider ergonomics. The split seat setup of RC 390 is uncannily similar to its smaller sibling although the pillion seat still looks very inaccessible for its height. RC 125, on the other hand, is likely to wear a similar look to RC 200 which would feature a compact fairing.
      2021 KTM RC 125 / RC 200. Image – Chinmay
      Updated RC Lineup Powertrain
      As far as performance is concerned, all three motorcycles are expected to carry forward their respective powertrains. RC 125 will be powered by a 125cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine which pushes out 14.5 bhp and 12 Nm of peak torque. RC 200 will draw its power from a 199.5cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that pumps out 24.6 bhp and 19.2 Nm of torque.
      And finally, RC 390 would derive its energy from the same 373cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled motor that churns out 44 bhp and 35 Nm of torque. While RC 125’s motor is likely to be paired with a 5-speed transmission, the other two are expected to be offered with a 6-speed gearbox. All three bikes will be built on a Trellis frame suspended on USD WP forks at front and a mono-shock unit at rear. More

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      Royal Enfield Classic 350, 650 Twins Sales Decline Ahead Of New Launch

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      Image for reference. Credit – Royal EnfieldInterceptor 650 and Continental GT 650 have emerged as popular options in both domestic and international markets
      Royal Enfield 650 Twins have registered consistent numbers every month. However, February 2021 seems to be an exception, as YoY domestic sales have declined by a staggering -86.35%. As compared to 2,080 units sold in February last year, sales are down to just 284 units in February 2021.
      650 Twins facelift launch soon
      The drop in sales in February is likely due to the upcoming launch of facelift editions of 650 twins. A similar phenomenon can also be seen in case of top selling Classic 350, wherein sales have declined by -13.75%. As compared to 41,766 units sold in February last year, sales are down to 36,025 units in February 2021. Next-gen Classic 350 is also expected to be launched soon.
      Of these, it is the 650 Twins which are expected to be launched first. This will be a minor facelift, which will come with new colour options, tubeless tyres, alloys, tripper navigation, etc. It is likely that the new 650 Twins are launched this month. Classic 350 new gen is expected to be launched next month, in April 2021.
      650 Twins facelift key updates
      Updates on 650 twins facelift versions will be largely cosmetic in nature. It could be something similar to the updates introduced with 2021 Himalayan that was launched earlier this year in February. As may be recalled, 2021 Himalayan has new colour options, some mild visual improvements, tan coloured seat, and Tripper navigation.
      Image for reference. Credit – Royal Enfield
      Talking about 650 twins facelift, the motorcycles could get new colour options similar to the ones available in Italian market. Leaked images had revealed seven new colour options for Interceptor. Out of these, colour options of Baker Express, Glitter and Dust and Orange Crush are already available with the existing variant.
      For Continental GT, five colour options were revealed – GT Red, British Racing Team, Cookies and Cream, Venture Black and Blue and Mister Clean. The last one is already available with existing Continental GT.
      It is possible that Royal Enfield may introduce some minor visual updates for 650 twins. Some features may also be updated based on consumer feedback. In terms of functionality, 650 twins facelift versions are expected to be equipped with Tripper navigation system.
      Tripper navigation was first introduced with Meteor 350 and recently with updated Himalayan. It’s quite useful, as it does away with the need to use the smartphone screen to access turn-by-turn navigation. Tripper is expected to be standard equipment on most of the upcoming new / updated Royal Enfield motorcycles.
      650 Twins engine specs
      650 twins facelift will continue using the same engine as earlier. The 648cc air-cooled parallel-twin motor is capable of delivering 47 bhp of max power at 7150 rpm and 52 Nm of peak torque at 5250 rpm. This is mated to a 6-speed gearbox, integrated with slipper clutch.
      With the updates, one can expect a slight bump in prices of 650 twins facelift versions. Existing Interceptor 650 is available from Rs 2.54 lakh to Rs 2.91 lakh whereas Continental GT is priced in the range of Rs 2.69 lakh – Rs 3.07 lakh. More