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      2021 Suzuki GSX250R Debuts With New Colour – Price USD 5.5k (Rs 4 L)

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      2021 Suzuki GSX250R
      2021 GSX250R is unlikely to make it to India since we already have the more affordable Gixxer SF 250

      Suzuki has revealed its entire lineup for 2021 and this includes its quarter-litre faired sports bike GSX250R. The only major upgrade is the addition of a new colour scheme, the GSX250R will now be available in a white and black paint scheme. The full black colour scheme has been carried forward as well.
      Other than this, there are no updates in the latest iteration of the quarter-litre motorcycle. The motorcycle has been priced at USD 5,499 (equivalent to INR 4.06 lakh) in the US market. Unlike the previous edition, the current model will only be available in one variant, i.e., ABS variant.
      Design & Features
      It gets identical specs and features from the outgoing model. It continues to sport muscular styling thanks to its fully-faired design. The front of the motorcycle features unique dual LED headlights, angular fairing-mounted mirrors, and an effective sport windshield that incorporates slots to reduce continuous wind lashing. At rear, it gets a sharper tail with an LED taillight which reminds us of the larger GSX-R1000R.
      It gets signature sporty elements which include split-style seats and clip-on handlebars although they are fairly high. Footpegs are lower than usual, therefore, the seating position is relatively roomy and relaxed.
      2021 Suzuki GSX250R
      Additionally, the front and rear turn indicators have been equipped with clear lenses that add to their stylish appearance. Overall, even though the bike tries to be aggressive it is a fairly neat and easy to go design.
      In terms of features, the GSX250R is offered with a reverse-lit LCD instrumentation which displays a wide array of information such as a bar-graph tachometer, speedometer, odometer gear position indicator and more. Suspension setup consists of conventional telescopic forks at front and a mono-shock at rear from KYB. It receives disc brakes on both ends assisted by dual-channel ABS.

      Powertrain
      Coming to its performance, it is powered by a 248cc parallel-twin liquid-cooled motor which is also used in Suzuki’s tourer Inazuma. This unit is paired with a six-speed gearbox. Output figures of 24 PS of power and 21.6 Nm of peak torque aren’t the greatest in this segment. For reference, it gets trumped by a smaller Duke 200 which receives an output of 25.83 PS and 19.5 Nm. This is probably because Suzuki has designed this bike keeping in mind beginners and younger riders.
      At around Rs 4.0 lakh, it makes very less sense for a quarter-litre motorcycle in India. In a budget centric market like India, Suzuki is better off selling more value for money bike in the form of single cylinder Gixxer 250 and Gixxer SF 250. More

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      Sonalika Tiger Electric Tractor India Launch Price Rs 5.99 Lakh

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      Sonalika Tiger Electric Tractor
      Tiger Electric gets its power via a IP67 compliant 25.5 kW natural cooling battery – To be fully charged via home charging point in 10 hours

      Sonalika Tractors has launched the field ready Tiger electric tractor in India. Designed in Europe, this tractor boasts of the latest in global technology solutions and comes across at the first electric tractor in the country. This endeavour is a part of the Government of India’s ‘Make-in-India’ initiative and target to move towards electric vehicles by the year 2030.
      Launched on ‘Farmer’s Day’
      Sonalika’s Tiger Electric tractor is launched in ‘Farmer’s Day’ (23rd Dec). It delivers seamless power, is capable of zero carbon footprint and offers Indian farmers noiseless farming. Its facility for easy charging via a home charger in a matter of 10 hours is also a part of its convenience features and reduces the trips to fuel stations for refills. The company is also offering fast charging facility option, via which you can charge 100% in 4 hours.
      Tiger Electric is produced from the Sonalika manufacturing unit in Hoshiarpur in Punjab. This plant is powered by robotics and automation and is capable of rolling out a new tractor every 2 minutes.
      Introductory Pricing
      Launched at an introductory price of Rs.5,99,000, this new electric tractor from Sonalika is open for bookings at all company showrooms across the country. It receives the same global technology that is offered to American and European farmers.
      Sonalika Tiger Electric Tractor
      Sonalika Tiger Electric Tractor is powered by a IP67 compliant, 25.5 kW natural cooling compact battery that offers 1/4th running cost of a diesel powered tractor. The motor offers high power density and high peak torque with zero rpm drop for efficient performance and this high torque relates to faster pick up across any load conditions.
      Tiger Electric is capable of a top speed of 24.93 km/h with battery backup of 8 hours while operating with a 2 tonne trolley. It is built for better comfort for farmers as there is no heat transferred from the engine while it is made up of fewer parts that vastly reduces vibration. This also relates to less production down time and practically zero maintenance costs.
      Sonalika Tiger Electric Tractor – Features
      Sonalika In India
      Raman Mittal, Executive Director, Sonalika Group, has commented that the Tiger Electric tractor is the company’s commitment to accelerate India towards a greener future and is in line with the Government of India’s plan for introducing electric vehicles by 2030.
      Sonalika Tractors leads industrial growth with November 2020. The company reported 71 percent growth in the past month with sales at 11,478 units, its third highest monthly sales in FY21. The company offers customized tractors and implements helping the farmer to increase productivity which makes the company’s products the first choice for farmers in the country. More

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      Bajaj To Setup New Plant To Manufacture Chetak And Upcoming KTM, Triumph, Husqvarna Motorcycles

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      Bajaj Triumph Motorcycle Render
      The new manufacturing unit is set to come up at an investment of Rs.650 crores

      Bajaj Auto Limited has announced its intention to set up a new plant in Chakan industrial area of Pune in Maharashtra. The company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Maharashtra and production is set to commence by 2023.
      KTM, Husqvarna and Triumph bikes
      As per rules and regulations of the Government, Bajaj Auto will go ahead with obtaining necessary permissions and registrations, approvals and clearances from the respective departments in the state. The facility is expected to commence production by 2023 and will focus particularly on production of high end KTM, Husqvarna and Triumph bikes.
      The company also plans to shift production of the Chetak electric scooter to this new plant while plans are afoot to introduce other electric vehicles into the country. A few weeks ago, Mr Bajaj had stated that he was looking to setup a new plant outside Maharashtra as the conditions in the state were not favourable.
      Bajaj Auto holds a 48 percent share in KTM and in Feb 2020 also introduced Husqvarna, also a part of the KTM Group, into the country. Bajaj Auto has also entered into a partnership with Triumph earlier this year for the production of its 200 to 750 cc range of motorcycles for both Indian and global markets.
      Bajaj Chetak – Old vs New
      Production Boost A Must
      From total sales of 2.80 lakh units clocked in 2019, KTM expects to double this count of two wheeler sales in 2022. This would mean doubling production at the Bajaj Auto Chakan plant to around 4 lakh units from a current 1.08 lakh units as on date. This would include joint products of the KTM and Husqvarna brands and KTM products distributed by Bajaj on license fee.
      The two companies have started work on electric two wheelers, the first of which will have power range of 3-10 kW and which will roll off the Chakan production lines. KTM is also developing a 4 kW electric scooter under the Husqvarna brand and this will be followed by the launch of the Husqvarna E-Pilen fully electric motorcycle with modular battery system with launch date set for 2022.
      Target for Increased Market Share
      Rajiv Bajaj is targeting increased market share of 20-25 percent over the next 12 months and hints that the electric scooter or motorcycle segments would be an attractive space to be in.
      Bajaj Auto is celebrating its 75th year of operations in Maharashtra this year. The company has noted outstanding demand for the new Chetak electric scooter and now plans to enter the three wheeler electric space by mid 2021. This will be followed by an electric quadricycle and a performance electric motorcycle which the company is developing along with its Austrian partner KTM. More

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      Aprilia SXR 160cc Scooter Launch Price Rs 1.26 Lakh – Official

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      Image – The Bucket List
      Aprilia SXR 160 is powered by a 160cc BSVI complaint engine with 3 valve Fuel Injection engine technology

      Piaggio India had showcased the Aprilia SXR 160 at the 2020 Auto Expo earlier this year. Earlier this month, bookings were opened and today, they have officially launched the premium scooter in India. Prices start from Rs 1,25,997, ex-showroom Pune.
      At this price, it may not find much competition in India in its price segment, but could be compared with the Suzuki Burgman Street 125. Designed in Italy for India, this scooter, positioned in the premium segment is set to enter production at the company’s plant in Baramati.
      Mr. Diego Graffi, Chairman and Managing Director, Piaggio India said, “We are delighted to launch the much-anticipated premium scooter, Aprilia SXR 160 for all our distinguished customers in India. Designed in Italy, for India, the Aprilia SXR 160 is an epitome of great style, high performance and great comfort. Available at all dealerships across India, we believe that this scooter will set high standards in the Indian premium two-wheeler market and will be a testament of Piaggio’s upcoming plans for India.”
      Features and Design
      This new scooter, which was much appreciated by viewers at the 2020 Auto Expo, will set a benchmark in the premium scooter segment with distinct styling and outstanding performance while it will also offer riders a better riding experience. Below is a detailed review of Aprilia SXR 160cc Scooter by youtube channel The Bucket List.
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      The Piaggio SXR 160 will get LED technology with twin crystal headlamps and eye line position lights along front indicators and with wrap around LED tail lamps with integrated rear indicators. It will also be seen with a large 210 cm sq multi-function digital cluster offering all vital information to the rider while buyers will also be given the option on mobile connectivity accessory synced to the scooter to raise a security alarm in the event of theft or even immobilize it.
      The body gets unique three coat paint finish with Aprilia graphics and accentuated by matte black and dark chrome design elements. The seats are longer, more comfortable and ergonomically designed with art leather suede with stitching accents in grey and red.
      Engine and Suspension Specs
      Aprilia SXR 160 scooter will be powered by a 160cc BS6, 3 valve, fuel injected engine with clean emission technology. The SXR 160 sits on 12 inch wheels at both ends. It shares its underpinnings with the Aprilia SR 160 and gets Anti Lock Braking System with ventilated disc brakes and twin pot caliper hydraulic brakes. Suspension is via dual telescopic front suspension and adjustable suspension at the rear.
      Ride position is also better with raised steering handlebars along with feather touch switches while the seat is positioned so that the rider’s feet touch the road allowing for easy start and to slow down or wait at traffic lights. A large foot-board and spacious under seat storage capacity will also be among its highlights.
      Piaggio India plans on expanding its dealership network from current 250 dealerships to around 400+ dealerships in new towns and cities across India in the near future. This will help the company reach a larger audience. They also have plans to launch new motorcycles next year, in the 650cc segment. More

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      Ather Electric Scooter Production Set To Increase – Thanks To New Hosur Plant

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      Ather Electric Scooter Production Ends At Bangalore Plant
      In order to expand its presence across the country, Ather needs to scale up its production considerably to meet required demands

      At a time when most electric vehicles (EV) related technologies were foreign and barely within access, Ather Energy, an Indian startup, provided the necessary momentum to the EV segment in India by developing technologies and manufacturing vehicles on its own. Backed by big corporate houses such as Hero MotoCorp and Flipkart, the brand has come a long way in the Indian automotive scene.
      The company started its production at a facility based out of Bangalore and will now shift to Hosur in Tamil Nadu. Spread across 4,00,000 square feet, Ather hopes that this new plant in Hosur will produce 1,00,000 units of electric two-wheelers annually in the coming years.
      Enhanced Production Capacity
      Sharing a picture on his Twitter handle, Tarun Mehta, Co-founder and CEO of Ather Energy, said the new facility will drastically increase rate of production. With this new manufacturing facility, Ather can transit from a startup to an established two-wheeler brand in the EV segment in India. The company currently has 450X and 450 Plus in its product portfolio.
      Recently, the last batch of Ather 450 rolled out of its facility in Whitefield outside Bangalore before being discontinued altogether. The low sales volume of 450 was a result of a combination of lack of availability, high pricing and sparse charging network.
      Tweet from Ather CEO
      Ather launched the 450 initially in just two cities- Bangalore and Chennai. Ather 450X and 450 Plus will be made available across 27 cities in the country by late 2021. This should help the manufacturer reach its target sales volume.
      Setting up a new facility will help Ather ramp up production to 3,000 units per month initially and then increase it to 8,000 units per month by the first half of next year. Initially, Ather averaged just 300 units from its Bangalore facility.
      Besides manufacturing electric scooters, Ather will also focus on developing batteries, with imported Lithium-Ion cells at the site. The same facility will also be used to develop Ather’s first electric motorcycle although it is still some time away.
      Benefits Enjoyed By EVs in Tamil Nadu
      Further, relocating the facility to Tamil Nadu will make the company eligible for all the benefits as per the state’s EV policy. This will enable Ather to enjoy benefit such as 100% exemptions on electricity tax to all EV related industries in the state, till 31st December 2025. Alongside, companies are also entitled to stamp duty exemption for the purchase of land to set up factories.
      Ather recently started deliveries of 450X last month. The scooter was launched earlier in January this year and has been priced at Rs 1.59 lakh (ex-showroom). The 450X is powered by a 2.6 kWh lithium-ion battery pack which is paired with an electric motor generating 6kW/28 Nm and can return a single-charge range of 116 km. More

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      Top 10 Motorcycle Sales Nov 2020 – Splendor, Pulsar, Apache, Classic 350

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      New Bajaj Pulsar NS200
      Top 10 motorcycle wholesales gained by over a lakh units in November 2020

      Top 10 motorcycles’ report cumulative sales of 8,72,374 units in November 2020. At 13.06 percent, sales grew from 7,71,582 units. Volume gain is at a commendable 1,00,792 units. For such a stellar outcome, most entries in the top 10 list, reported sales growth.
      While sales recovery for FY21 is a difficult proposition but a sales spurt through the recently concluded festive season did add fervour. As FY21 started on a standstill, sales improvement in October and November will aid most two-wheeler manufacturers to post a positive outcome for the current quarter.
      Deferred purchase decision have been steadily fulfilled in recent weeks. There’s also the notion that safety in personal mobility has prompted potential buyers to acquire a two-wheeler. Living under strict Covid-19 pandemic guidelines means readjusting in accordance with curfews and limitations while maintain adequate physical distancing.
      Big volume motorcycles
      While December sales will depend in part on crowds that can be drawn in through end of year sales, October and November sales was high on festivity. In November alone, 2,48,398 units of Hero Splendor were sold. Sales grew at 11.25 percent, up from 2,23,289 units at volume gain of 25,109 units. Splendor accounts for 28.47 percent share in the top order.
      Top 10 Motorcycle Sales – Nov 2020
      Second spot too goes to Hero MotoCorp. HF Deluxe sales is reported at 1,79,426 units, up 13.17 percent. Sales grew from 1,58,544 units, up by about 21k units. market share in the top order is calculated at 20.57 percent. Of course, Hero’s motorcycle dominance doesn’t end there.
      Bajaj Pulsar series is third on the list at just over lakh units sold. Sales is reported at 1,04,904 units. At 53.66 percent sales growth, volume gain stopped at 36,636 units, up from 68,268 units. Market share stood at 12.03 percent. Honda CB Shine sales is up at 94,413 units. Sales grew 25.64 percent, up from 75,144 units. Volume improvement stood at 19,269 units to acquire 10 percent share in the top order.
      No
      Top 10 Motorcycles
      Nov-20
      Nov-19
      1
      Hero Splendor (+11%)
      2,48,398
      2,23,289
      2
      Hero HF Deluxe (+13%)
      1,79,426
      1,58,544
      3
      Bajaj Pulsar (+54%)
      1,04,904
      68,268
      4
      Honda CB Shine (+26%)
      94,413
      75,144
      5
      Hero Passion (+36%)
      53,768
      39,525
      6
      Bajaj Platina (-22%)
      41,572
      53,015
      7
      TVS Apache (+40%)
      41,557
      29,668
      8
      Hero Glamour (-8%)
      39,899
      43,370
      9
      Classic 350 (+10%)
      39,391
      35,951
      10
      Bajaj CT100 (-35%)
      29,046
      44,808
      –
      Total (+13%)
      8,72,374
      7,71,582
      Still under the 50k units sales mark
      Hero Passion sales growth is commendable at 36.04 percent. This is on a low base of 39,525 units. Sales grew to 53,768 units at volume gain of 14,243 units. Bajaj Platina sales fell by 21.58 percent. Sales declined to 41,572 units, down from 53,015 units. Volumes fell by 11,443 units.
      TVS Apache series sales grew by 40 percent. Cumulative Apache series sales grew to 41,557 units, up from 29,668 units. Volume growth is reported at 11,889 units. Apache range claimed 4.76 percent share in the top order.
      Another Hero product in the top order is Glamour. The manufacturer sold 39,899 units last month at 8 percent sales decline. sales fell from 43,370 units at volume loss of 3,471 units. Royal Enfield Classic 350 gets in the list with 39,391 units sold. Sales grew by 9.57 percent, up from 35,951 units. Volume grew by 3,440 units. Bajaj CT 100 manages to stay on the list having taken quite a beating. sales fell to 29,046 units, down from 44,808 units. Sales decline is reported at 35.18 percent at volume loss of 15,762 units. More