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      Tata Curvv EV Vs HyRyder, XUV400, Atto3, ZS – Features Compared

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      Tata Curvv EVAhead of Curvv EV’s launch and price reveal on 7th August, most features and specs have leaked onlineTo ensure Curvv gets everyone’s attention, Tata Motors has equipped the SUV with a comprehensive range of features. To understand what’s special about Tata’s new SUV, here’s a quick comparison of Curvv EV vs. MG ZS Essence vs. Toyota HyRyder (Strong Hybrid) vs. XUV400 EL Pro vs. BYD Atto 3.Tata Curvv EVIn the compact SUV segment, the current top-selling product is Hyundai Creta. The new 2024 Creta recently achieved a sales milestone of 1 lakh units. Hyundai will also launch the Creta EV that will directly compete with Curvv EV in the future. Tata Curvv EV has features such as connected LED headlamps with Welcome and Good Bye function, LED front fog lamps with cornering, R18 alloy wheels with Aero Inserts and flush door handles, among others.Tata Curvv EV vs HyRyderInside, Curvv EV leads with features such as a smart digital steering wheel and a 12.3-inch Cinematic touchscreen by HARMAN. There’s multi-dial full-view navigation, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and Arcade.ev app suite. Curvv EV is also offering a phygital control panel, 45W C Type fast charging ports at front and rear, a powered tailgate with gesture activation and a cooled & illuminated glove box.Curvv EV safety kit has hill ascent control, hill descent control, ESP-based driver doze-off alert, advanced vehicle alert system (AVAS), traffic sign recognition and door open alert on ORVM. A similar set of differences in equipment list can be seen when comparing Curvv EV with immediate rivals within the compact SUV space.Tata Curvv EV Vs. Hybrid rivalsBest-selling hybrids in compact SUV segment are Maruti Grand Vitara and its rebadged version, Toyota HyRyder. Collectively, these two command a market share of more than 30%. Comparing Curvv EV with Toyota HyRyder’s strong hybrid variant, the former has premium exterior features. The differences are largely the same as the comparison between Curvv EV and immediate rivals.Tata Curvv EV vs XUV400Inside, Curvv EV has ambient lighting (cockpit, midpad, dashboard, door map pocket and sunroof). In comparison, Toyota HyRyder has only a door spot and IP Line. Curvv EV has a 10.25-inch digital cockpit whereas HyRyder is equipped with a 7-inch instrument screen. HyRyder has a smaller 9-inch touchscreen. Curvv EV’s safety kit is better with SOS call function, front parking sensor and EPB with auto hold. HyRyder does not have ADAS, whereas Curvv EV is offering 13 L2 ADAS features.Tata Curvv EV vs ZSTata Curvv EV Vs. EV rivalsIn the electric segment, Curvv EV will take on rivals like MG ZS EV, XUV400 and BYD Atto 3. Compared with the MG ZS Essence top-spec model, Curvv EV has additional features such as a smart digital shifter. MG ZS EV has a smaller 7-inch instrument screen and a 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen.Tata Curvv vs Atto3Curvv EV has 2 position rear seat recline, ventilated seats and air purifier with AQI display, which are not offered with MG ZS Essence. Additional ADAS features available with Curvv EV include lane following assist, camera based blind spot view monitor and rear collision warning (RCW).A similar superiority in equipment list can be seen when comparing Curvv EV with XUV400 EL Pro variant and BYD Atto 3. XUV400 currently does not offer ADAS, which can be a major advantage for Curvv EV. BYD Atto 3 has ADAS, but Curvv EV has some additional ADAS features.Disclaimer – The above info is leaked dealership marketing material. More

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      350cc To 450cc Motorcycle Sales June 2024 – RE, Triumph, Harley, Hero, Honda, Bajaj, KTM, Aprilia

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      Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450Royal Enfield 350cc range showed a significant YoY decline in sales bringing down overall sales figures in the 350-450cc segment by 1.02% in June 2024Motorcycle sales in the 350-450cc segment suffered a YoY decline by 1.02% in June 2024 while MoM sales improved by 3.94%. Even as it was once again the Royal Enfield 350cc range that topped sales charts, it was the relatively new Bajaj Pulsar 400 that garnered a great deal of interest among buyers in this segment. Total sales stood at 73,641 units in June 2024, a 1.02% YoY decline over 74,398 units sold in June 2023. As always, it was the RE 350cc range that held top 5 positions with a combined 83% share on this list, though each of them with the exception of the Meteor 350 reported negative sales.350cc To 450cc Motorcycle YoY Sales June 2024RE Classic 350 sales dipped 8.15% YoY to 24,803 units, down from 27,003 units sold in June 2023. RE Hunter 350 sales also suffered a 3.42% decline to 15,609 units while Bullet 350 sales saw an even greater decline of 22.12% to 9,610 units whereas there had been 12,339 units sold in the same month last year. RE Meteor 350 added some positivity to the list with sales of 8,085 units last month relating to a 17.79% YoY growth when compared to 6,864 units sold in June 2023. Himalayan sales on the other hand dipped 5.93% to 3,062 units from 3,255 units YoY.350cc to 450cc Sales June 2024 – YoY ComparisonUp next, at No. 6 was the relatively new Bajaj Pulsar 400 with 2,515 unit sales thereby giving rivals such as TVS Apache RTR 310, Hero Mavrick 440, Triumph Speed 400 and KTM 390 Duke some serious competition. Triumph 400 sales were at 2,135 units while Jawa Yezdi saw its sales decline by 22.35% to 2,033 units last month.Honda H’Ness also suffered a sales setback of as much as 56.19% to 1,807 units in June 2024 as compared to 4,125 units sold in June 2023. Also from the Honda stables was the CB 350 with 1,161 units sold last month. KTM 390 sales also dipped by 50.32% to just 698 units whereas there had been 1,405 units sold in June 2023. The list also included Harley Davidson X440 (656 units), Aprilia RS 457 (505 units) and Hero Mavrick (459 units). Bajaj Dominar 400 sales also slipped 40.19% to only 375 units sold last month. There was also the Husqvarna 401 (88 units), Kawasaki ZX-4R (39 units) and Eliminator 400 (1 unit) on this sales list.350cc to 450cc Sales June 2024 – MoM ComparisonMoM Sales Show off 3.94% Growth in June 2024Better sales were reported on a month-on-month basis with a 3.94% increase primarily boosted by more positive sales seen across the RE350cc range. The new Bajaj Pulsar 400 also added significant numbers. RE Classic 350 sales grew by 4.31% MoM while Hunter and Bullet 350 followed suit with a 3.48% and 2.98% MoM growth respectively. However, Meteor 350 and Himalayan sales fell by 1.27% and 7.60% respectively.Bajaj Pulsar 400 has seen outstanding demand in India with a 7759.38% MoM growth from 32 units sold in May 2024 to 2,515 unit sales in the past month. While Triumph 400 sales grew only marginally by 0.85%, sales of Yezdi (-16.68%), Honda H’Ness 350 (-8.18%) and Honda CB 350 (-11.37%) suffered lower MoM sales.KTM 390 sales improved by 6.56% from 655 units to 698 units on a MoM basis. HD X440 sales fell by 35.50% while Aprilia RS 457 sales also saw remarkable improvement in demand by 168.62% to 505 units in June 2024. Hero Mavrick (-41.97%), Bajaj Dominar (-21.38%) and Husqvarna 401 (-38.03%) also suffered lower MoM sales while sales of the Kawasaki ZX-4R improved by 387.50% from 8 units sold in May 2024 to 39 unit sales last month. Also from the Kawasaki stables, sales of Eliminator 400 however dipped by 75% MoM. More

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      Suzuki Recall Impacts 4 lakh Units – Avenis, Access, Burgman 125 and V-Strom 800DE

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      Image – Sinha SuzukiAs part of the precautionary recall, the affected parts will be replaced completely free of cost at Suzuki service centresWith parts sourced from dozens of suppliers, some anomalies are bound to occur from a statistical perspective. To deal with such issues, OEMs often announce recalls to repair or replace the faulty component. The latest case involves around four lakh units of Suzuki scooters and motorcycles.Suzuki recall for Access 125, Burgman 125 and Avenis 125As per the recall notice, scooters manufactured from April 30, 2022 to December 03, 2022 have been identified to have a faulty high-tension cord. A total of 2,63,788 units of the Access, 72,025 units of Burgman 125 and 52,578 units of the Avenis have been impacted with this issue. Suzuki has mentioned that this is a precautionary recall. Customers have been notified individually and asked to visit their nearest Suzuki service centre to get the issue fixed. All labour and parts replacement costs will be borne by the company.As per the recall, the faulty high-tension cord is linked to the ignition coil. The recall announcement states that the problem occurs because the high-tension cord was not designed as per the drawing requirements (NG). Due to this, the cord was subjected to cracks and breakage. It was found that there was repeated bending of the cord, owing to engine oscillation during normal use of the vehicle.Due to the faulty high-tension cord and subsequent effect on the ignition coil, issues such as engine stall and starting failure were noted. Furthermore, it was observed that the cracked high-tension cord resulted in exposure to water. Due to the leaked ignition output, the vehicle’s speed sensors and throttle position sensor were susceptible to damage. In such cases, the vehicle experienced issues such as starting failure and speed display failure.Suzuki recall for V-Strom 800DEIn another separate recall, the impacted vehicles were manufactured from May 05, 2023 to April 23, 2024. This is an international recall for select vehicles. In India, this recall impacts the V-Strom 800DE. The ADV was launched in India earlier this year in March at an introductory price of Rs 10.30 lakh. It is estimated that around 67 units of the V-Strom 800DE motorcycle have been impacted.Suzuki has observed issues with a specific batch of rear tyres that were installed on the affected units. Due to issues with the manufacturing process, cracks and deformations were seen in the tyre tread. This can eventually lead to the tyre tread separating from the rest of the tyre structure. In such cases, the defect can impact overall vehicle dynamics. The affected units of V-Strom 800DE will be getting a new rear tyre, as part of the recall campaign.Suzuki two-wheeler owners can check if their vehicle is impacted by using the Service Campaign page on the official Suzuki website. Users just need to enter the VIN number and follow the instructions thereon. One can also contact their dealership to know more about the recall. More

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      Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Or Himalayan 450 ADV? The One-Bike Garage Theory

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      Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 or Himalayan 450?Packing touring and off-roading hardware, Himalayan 450 proves more versatility, but Guerrilla 450 strikes ease of use for daily rides
      Ever since the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 was launched in India, this motorcycle has attracted a lot interest. Many buyers may be confused about choosing this or its bigger and more expensive brother, Himalayan 450. Off-roading or everyday rideability? Which will be a better fit in the on-bike garage theory? Let’s take a look.
      Guerrilla 450 Or Himalayan 450?
      For many, motorcycles are much more than just a means of transport. They find a soul in these machines. One that reflects their character and personality. Generally, motorcyclists dream of a one-bike garage. One bike for all purposes. One bike that fills all needs and gaps. The one bike that does it all.
      Guerrilla 450
      Royal Enfield’s Guerrilla 450 is a good candidate for this approach. Base model costs Rs 2.39 lakh (Ex-sh) and goes till Rs 2.54 lakh (Ex-sh) for top-spec model. Owing to its Roadster genre, it has a minimal design and weighs 185 kg. While Himalayan 450 weighs 196 kg, making it 11 kg heavier. Guerrilla 450 has a smaller 11L fuel tank as opposed to Himalayan’s 17L, which saves around 5kg in weight (1L Petrol = 775g).
      But we get all the added extras with Himalayan 450 that makes it a mighty tourer and a versatile off-roader. Guerrilla 450 base variant is Rs 46,000 cheaper than Himalayan 450’s base variant. It has to be noted that Himalayan 450 offers RE’s Tripper Dash as standard, something which is only available with top-spec variants of Guerrilla 450.
      Royal Enfield New Himalayan Front Quarter
      How different are they?
      Guerrilla 450 is a lot easier to handle and manoeuvre in the city owing to its compact dimensions. For context, Himalayan 450 measures 2,245 mm long, 852 mm wide, 1,316 mm tall and has a 1,510 mm long wheelbase. Guerrilla 450 measures 2,090 mm long, 833 mm wide, 1,125 mm tall and has a 1,440 mm long wheelbase.
      Himalayan 450’s seat height is 825 mm and can be adjusted to 845 mm, while Guerrilla 450’s seat height is a lot more accessible at 780 mm. Himalayan 450 has a higher ground clearance of 230 mm and Guerrilla’s is at 169 mm. While Guerrilla 450 will emerge as the easier and sportier motorcycle to ride, Himalayan 450 positions itself as a better tourer and off-roader.
      Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450
      Roadster or ADV Tourer?
      For the one-bike garage theory, neither Guerrilla 450 nor Himalayan are optimum recipients. Guerrilla 450 simply lacks Himalayan’s touring and off-roading capabilities. Whereas Himalayan 450 is too cumbersome to be an easy-going daily rider with its weight and stance. We wish there was a decent middle ground between Guerrilla 450 and Himalayan 450 that can bridge the gap.
      Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 Accessories
      A custom motorcycle approach could be a solution for that. Instead of buying a Himalayan 450 and then modifying it, customising a Guerrilla 450 into a Scrambler comes out to be a lot more logical. Longer travel suspension, dual-purpose off-road tyres, RE’s official windscreen and underbelly protection and a rear luggage rack might be enough to transform Guerrilla 450 into a Scrambler. It has been noted that Royal Enfield strongly recommends against modifications from third-party components.
      New Himalayan accessories
      Also read – Royal Enfield Scram 650 (Interceptor Bear 650) design patented More

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      MG Cloud CUV Teased Ahead of Launch – Panoramic Sunroof, Interiors, Exteriors

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      MG Cloud CUV TeasedMG Cloud CUV will be the company’s third electric car in India after the ZS EV and Comet EVMG Motor India has confirmed its 3rd electric car for the Indian market. Set to be launched by September 2024, the Cloud CUV is currently doing test rounds while the company has also released teasers of this upcoming electric car. The launch of this new electric car will also mark MG’s intention to launch one or two new products in Indian every six months.MG Cloud CUV Teased – FeaturesWith just two months to go before the MG Cloud CUV is officially launched in India, these appear to be final test rounds that the electric car is undergoing. MG Motor India calls its upcoming EV a Cloud CUV (Crossover Utility Vehicle).MG Cloud Crossover Utility VehicleIt has been spied with slim LED headlamps, and an LED light bar above its grille connecting the headlamps while its front fascia also shows off an illuminated MG logo. The crossover will come with a sunroof, a large glass house, extended quarter glass sections and raked windshields at the front and rear.The MG Cloud stands 4,295mm in length, 1,850mm in width and 1,652mm in height making it wider and taller than the ZS EV. It rides on a 2,700 mm long wheelbase and is fitted with 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped with 215/55 section tyres.[embedded content]New spy shots of the interiors of the MG Cloud CUV draw our attention to a large free-standing touchscreen infotainment system and a digital instrument cluster. Steering-mounted controls, a minimalistic dashboard, horizontally positioned AC vents and circular door-mounted speakers could also be a part of its interior makeup. The 5-seater cabin sports fully reclining front seats.MG Motor has upped its selling quotient with a host of safety equipment which will include 4 airbags, hill hold assist, electronic stability control and disc brakes on all 4 wheels. It is also slated to receive ADAS which will include features such as adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, etc.MG Cloud CUV InteriorBattery, Range, SpecsPower and performance specifications for the Indian market have not yet been detailed. However, in global markets, the MG Cloud EV is being offered with two battery options. These include a 37.9 kWh pack offering a 360km range and a 50.6 kWh pack capable of 460 km range.Charging up to 100% is possible in 7 hours via an AC charger and up to 80% in 30 minutes via a DC fast charger. The single electric motor offers 134 hp power and 200 Nm torque. Set to be positioned between the Comet and ZS EV in the company’s portfolio, the Cloud EV could be priced affordably from around Rs 20 lakh. Once launched, it will take on the Nexon EV and Mahindra XUV400 in its electric compact SUV segment.MG Cloud CUV More

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      Mahindra XUV700 EV Coupe Interiors Spied – Dashboard, Sunroof, Seats, Steering

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      Mahindra XUV700 EV CoupeUpcoming Mahindra XUV700 EV Coupe (XUV.e9) is likely to pack 80 kWh battery powering up to two electric motors with 200 km/h top speedTesting for Mahindra’s INGLO platform based vehicles is going in full swing. We have managed to get our hands on spy shots of XUV.e8, XUV.e9 and BE.05 electric SUV engineering test mules across the country. The latest spy shots show the interiors of Mahindra XUV700 EV Coupe (XUV.e9) in full detail. Let’s take a look.Mahindra XUV700 EV CoupeWith electric vehicles taking more prominence than they ever did, more OEMs are taking the electric route. Mahindra is no exception and sells XUV400 in India. However, the company is on the verge of launching its INGLO platform-based born electric vehicles that will play a major role in Mahindra’s global expansion strategies.Mahindra XUV700 EV CoupeIn the recent past, we posted XUV.e9’s interiors while it was loading on a plane, ready to be shipped abroad. For testing or for shooting TVCs, we presumed. But those test mules had a lot of testing equipment and were not very clear, showing fewer details about Mahindra’s upcoming electric coupe SUV.The new spy shots, however, show XUV.e9’s interiors in full clarity, revealing a lot more details we couldn’t grasp with previous spy shots. For starters, we can see that Mahindra XUV700 EV Coupe (XUV.e9) shares a lot of its switchgear and almost all of its components with XUV700. This is not a bad thing as XUV700 is quite a feature-loaded offering.Mahindra XUV700 EV CoupeDashboard is the same as Mahindra XUV700’s, but we get a new free-standing triple-screen setup that takes centre stage. Dual-zone climate control panel and AC vents, headlight control stalk, wiper control stalk, interior door trims, centre console, seats, armrests and other attributes are the same as those of XUV700.Mahindra XUV700 EV CoupeWhat are the changes?Apart from the new triple-screen layout that we mentioned above, there are a lot of new elements that these new spy shots show. For starters, there is a new twin-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated logo (Tata Motors vibes here). It is leather-wrapped and has horn pads at the ends for easy reach with thumbs (love it).Centre console still retains the lovely physical infotainment dial from XUV700, but there is a new and fancier gear selector with Blue accents. There seem to be extra speakers with XUV.e9 as suggested by the grill at the top of door trims, but this might just be a non-functional pattern too. What will be functional, though, is a hollow space on the dashboard which will be populated by a large HUD in the future.Mahindra XUV700 EV CoupeThe illuminated logo we mentioned on XUV.e9 is likely to be specific to XUV.e lineup. This is a brand new logo, which looks an infinity. It is different than Mahindra’s Twin Peaks logo. So, we get old oval Mahindra logo for CVs, Twin Peaks for PVs, a new “Infinity” logo for XUV.e range and BE logo for, well, BE range of vehicles.We also get a closer look at the leather seats as well as the fixed glass roof. Powertrains-wise, we expect Mahindra XUV700 EV Coupe (XUV.e9) to pack up to an 80 kWh battery and an option for dual motor AWD layout with around 200 km/h top speed. Launch is likely to happen in 2025 and will rival Tata Safari EV.Also read – Mahindra BE.05 base model gets unique fascia More

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      Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT Semi-Automatic Gearbox Confirmed

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      Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMTWith a semi-automatic gearbox option, Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT sets itself apart against Ducati Monster, Triumph Street Triple, Kawasaki Z900Late last month, Yamaha unveiled their revolutionary semi-automatic gearbox technology. Called Y-AMT, this semi-automatic gearbox is set to change the way motorcycles are ridden. Now, Yamaha has confirmed that Y-AMT will first debut on an MT-09 street fighter style naked motorcycle powered by a 3-cylinder engine.Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMTIn Yamaha’s multi-cylinder street naked motorcycle portfolio, MT-09 is among the most powerful and menacing-looking. Yamaha calls its MT lineup as ‘The Dark Side Of Japan’ owing to its animalistic design DNA. With the introduction of Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT, the company will offer ease of riding to buyers.Yamaha MT-09In recent years, manufacturers have been exploring automatic and semi-automatic gearboxes on their premium motorcycles. However, these are mostly introducing with large ADVs and Bagger motorcycles owing to the ease of ride and comfort. Yamaha, on the other hand, is switching up the game.Yamaha’s Y-AMT is said to be more optimised for performance riding than comfort and practicality. That seems to be the sole reason why Y-AMT will debut on a 120 PS sporty and performance-oriented motorcycle powered by the famous CP3 890cc 3-cylinder liquid-cooled screamer of an engine.[embedded content]Semi-automatic gearboxes have become more prominent in the recent past with BMW (Automated Shift Assistant on R 1300 GS ADV) and KTM (AMT on upcoming ADV) actively pursuing this tech. Yamaha has also experimented with semi-automatics before with Y-CCS (Yamaha Chip Controlled Shift) and Y-AMT is the latest iteration after 2 decades.How does it work?The whole system of Yamaha’s Y-AMT weighs just 2.8 kg and is touted to be quicker than a quick-shifter. There is an AT/MT toggle on bike’s switchgear. This allows the rider to choose between automatic and manual shifts, taking matters into his hands (quite literally). There are “+” and “-” paddles on left switchgear, like paddles in a car.Yamaha MT-09A traditional clutch lever and foot-operated gear selector are completely absent. Y-AMT works in conjunction with bike’s ride-by-wire throttle. Hence it is optimised for features like cruise control and riding modes. Yamaha has also baked in D and D+ modes which can be cycled between using “Mode” button on switchgear. D is more relaxed and D+ offers heightened performance.Over a year ago, Yamaha showcased a bunch of new multi-cylinder motorcycles to select Indian dealers. These were YZF-R3, YZF-R7, MT-03, MT-07 and MT-09 multi-cylinder motorcycles. Among these, only R3 and MT-03 were launched in India. R7, MT-07 and MT-09 are expected to launch at a later date. Probability of Yamaha MT-09 Y-AMT launching in India is pretty low. More

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      Harley X440 Sales Decline To 459 Units In June 2024 – Rs 15k Discount Announced (RE Guerrilla 450 Effect?)

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      Harley X440It is possible that entry of Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 could have prompted the discount offer on Harley-Davidson X440Harley Davidson X440, once a rising star in the Indian motorcycle market, has seen a concerning decline in sales over the past several months. The initial excitement and strong performance have tapered off, raising questions about the future trajectory of this model.Harley X440 Vivid variant – New priceMany OEMs announce discounts and offers during Independence Day celebrations. A recent example is the Rs 15,000 discount available on Harley-Davidson X440 mid-spec Vivid variant. Prices of X440 Denim base variant and top-spec X440 S remain unchanged at Rs 2.39 lakh and Rs 2.79 lakh, respectively.New Harley Davidson X440Prior to the discount offer, Harley X440 Vivid variant was available at Rs 2,59,500. With the discount applied, the X440 Vivid will now be available at Rs 2.45 lakh. This is a limited period offer, applicable till 15th August. The offer may also depend on stock availability at the dealership. Harley-Davidson X440 is being sold via select Hero MotoCorp dealerships. This is as per the partnership between Hero MotoCorp and Harley-Davidson.Low demand possible reasonFrom September 2023 to June 2024, Harley Davidson X440 sales in India have accumulated to 16,898 units, with an average of 1,690 units per month. Despite this average, the declining trend in monthly sales is evident and alarming. Harley Davidson X440’s sales decline suggests several potential issues. The initial high sales may have been driven by early adopters and enthusiasts, but sustaining this momentum has proven challenging. Factors such as market competition, economic conditions, and possibly unmet customer expectations could be contributing to the waning interest.Harley X440 Sales Since Launch in IndiaOne of the key reasons for the discount offer on Harley X440 could be the low demand for the mid-spec Vivid variant. Moreover, with the launch of Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 at an attractive price of Rs 2.39 lakh, enquiries may have reduced for the X440 Vivid variant. With potentially high inventory at some dealerships, a discount offer can be useful in boosting sales numbers.In the sub-500cc segment, consumers now have various other options to choose from. The most recent addition was Bajaj Pulsar 400, which is available at an affordable price of Rs 1.85 lakh. Pulsar 400 is currently the most affordable bike in its class. Market response has been exceptional, with Pulsar 400 registering sales of 2,515 units in June. Among all the 400cc bikes manufactured by Bajaj, the Pulsar 400 is now the top selling product. It is ahead of Triumph 400, KTM 390, Dominar 400 and Husqvarna 401.Harley X440 – Specs and featuresPowering Harley-Davidson X440 is a 440cc, single cylinder, air-oil cooled, long stroke engine. It generates 27 bhp and 38 Nm. The 6-speed gearbox has been designed to suit the needs of highway cruising as well as city commuting. Suspension system comprises USD 43mm double cartridge forks at front and gas filled twin shocks (7-step preload adjustable) at rear. Braking duties are performed by 320 mm front and 240 mm rear disc brakes. Dual-channel ABS is offered as standard.Harley X440 has an all-LED headlamp with multi-projectors and signature DRL, LED winkers and LED tail lamp. The instrument unit is a 3.5-inch TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity. Users can access calls, music and turn-by-turn navigation.Features specific to Harley X440 Vivid variant include alloy wheels and tubeless tyres. Colour options include Metallic Thick Red and Metallic Dark Silver. The X440 Vivid variant misses out on several features that are available with only the top-spec S variant. For example, X440 Vivid variant does not get diamond-cut alloy wheels. Another key feature missing is the eSIM. This allows a range of connected features such as vehicle tracking, geo-fencing and remote immobilization. More