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      New Aprilia SR GT 200 Adventure Scooter Debuts

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      New Aprilia SR GT 200There are very remote chances of Aprilia launching the SR GT range in India anytime soonAprilia has launched its first adventure scooter in the form of the SR GT 200 in Japan. The SR GT range made its global debut at the last edition of EICMA held in Milan, Italy in November 2021. The SR GT range is available in two derivatives- 125 and 200, the latter being introduced in the Japanese market recently.The scooter has been designed to take the beaten paths on occasions along with maintaining practicality for everyday commutes. Hence, it has been appropriately labelled as an ‘urban adventure scooter’. In line with its nature, SR GT has been equipped with a wider handlebar, long-travel suspension and block pattern tyres.Aprilia SR GT200 – DesignGetting deeper into details, the design of SR GT is striking and draws inspiration from other Aprilia models with a few elements borrowed from the SXR range. In true essence, SR GT is a Maxi scooter with an ADV-like stance. This results in edgy styling with signature tri-LED headlights upfront on the apron.It flaunts signature ADV elements like a smoked windscreen upfront and a heavily faired front panel. The excessive use of cuts and creases give the scooter an aggressive appearance.New Aprilia SR GT 200Thanks to its Maxi-styling, a huge transmission tunnel is placed between the legs of the rider, giving him/her the experience of a motorcycle. A wide handlebar and slightly forward-set footpegs give the rider a comfortable riding posture.The footpegs are bounded by silver-coloured panels which give it the impression of a metallic bash plate. A sharp-looking tail section with a chunky single-piece grab rail and a sharp upswept exhaust canister amplifies the sportiness of SR GT 200. Add to that a pair of coloured alloy wheels- black or red, bring enough attention to the scooter.Distinctive graphics and a slender frame further accentuate the road presence of SR GT 200. Coming to features, SR GT is offered with full LED lighting, an LCD instrument cluster and an auto engine start/stop system. Aprilia offers the MIA connectivity tech as an optional add-on. It gets a 9-litre fuel tank capacity.New Aprilia SR GT 200Hardware, Powertrain SpecsSR GT 200 is underpinned by a double-cradle frame that sits on 33mm telescopic forks upfront and twin shock absorbers at rear, both derived from Showa. Braking duties are handled by petal-shaped discs with 260mm and 220mm rotors at front and rear respectively. SR GT 200 rolls on 14-inch front and 13-inch rear wheels which are shod with knobby dual-purpose off-road friendly tyres.Powering the SR GT 200 is a 174cc, single-cylinder unit that kicks out 17.43 bhp at 8,500rpm and 16.5Nm at 7,000rpm. It is available in two variants- standard and Sport. The former is offered in three colour schemes- namely Aprilia Black, Street Grey and Infinity Blue. For racier paint options, buyers can opt for the Sport trim which is available in three different liveries like Street Grey, Red Raceway, and Street Gold. More

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      Top 10 Motorcycles 150cc To 200cc Jan 2022 – Apache, Pulsar, R15, FZ, KTM

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      New TVS Apache 165Motorcycle sales in the 150-200cc category dipped both in terms of YoY and MoM registering 42.91 percent and 24.03 percent de-growth respectivelyMotorcycle sales in the 150-200cc segment have seen significantly lower sales last month. Sales which had stood at 1,56,814 units in January 2021, dipped 42.92 percent to 89,509 units in the past month. MoM sales also fell 24.03 percent from 1,17,824 units sold in December 2021.The current scenario that includes dire shortage of semiconductor supplies, issues such as price hike, increased fuel prices and the continuing fear of the pandemic has all played a vital part in these diminishing sales. However, automakers look to the future with optimism as the Union Budget 2022 brings in some hope along with easing of COVID-19 norms.Top 10 Motorcycles 150cc To 200cc Jan 2022 – Apache Beats PulsarEvery bike on this list has posted a YoY de-growth except for the Hero XPulse 200. Even as the Bajaj Pulsar was a No. 1 spot in December 2021, it was relegated to No. 2 in January 2021, with the TVS Apache taking a lead position.TVS Apache sales stood at 25,925 units in the past month, down 8.89 percent over 28,456 units sold in January 2021. It was a MoM growth of 10.16 percent over 23,533 units sold in December 2021. This caused an increase in share from 19.97 percent to 28.96 percent MoM.Motorcycle Sales 150cc to 200cc – Jan 2022 vs Jan 2021 (YoY)At No. 2 was Bajaj Pulsar with a 62.33 percent YoY decline in sales to 16,646 units, down from 44,190 units sold in January 2021. MoM sales also dipped significantly by 51.67 percent over 34,445 units sold in December 2021. Bajaj Pulsar brand of bikes are offered in multiple options ranging from 125cc to 250cc with price starting from Rs 66,586.Yamaha FZ sales dipped 26.80 percent YoY to 15,734 units and 20.50 percent MoM from 19,790 units sold in December 2021. The FZ saw its market share increase from 16.80 percent held in December 2021 to 17.58 percent in the past month. In January, Yamaha launched an updated version of FZS 25 with new colour options of Matte Copper and Matte Black, with prices starting from Rs 1.39 lakhThe Unicorn 160 was at No 4 with sales of 11,349 units, down 56.01 percent over 25,799 units sold in January 2021 with market share at 12.68 percent. This was also a MoM de-growth of 41.26 percent from 19,321 units sold in December 2021 when market share was at 16.40 percent.Motorcycle Sales 150cc to 200cc – Jan 2022 vs Dec 2021 (MoM)Yamaha R15 followed immediately at No. 5 with sales of 6,146 units in January 2022, down 26.90 percent over 8,408 units sold in January 2021. MoM sales dipped 31.34 percent from 8,952 units sold in December 2021.Hero XPulse Registers GrowthThe only bike in this segment to see any growth was the Hero XPulse 200. Sales increased on YoY basis by 78.97 percent to 3,132 units over 1,750 units sold in January 2021 while MoM sales were up by 23.55 percent from 2,535 units sold in December 2021. Market share currently stands at 3.50 percent.Lower down the order was the Hero Xtreme 160R with 3,067 units sold last month, down from 5,443 units sold in January 2021 while MoM sales increased 64.72 percent from 1,862 units sold in December 2021. Gixxer sales also saw a sizeable MoM increase by 102.97 percent from 1,213 units to 2,462 units while KTM 200 sales dipped 19.50 percent YoY but increased 56.22 percent MoM to 2,398 units.Avenger (1,688 units), CB 200X (472 units), Hornet 2.0 (248 units) and XBlade (225 units) along with the MT15 (17 units), all posted a YoY de-growth. Of these, the MT15 has seen the highest de-growth which stood at 99.72 percent on a YoY basis as against 6,168 units sold in January 2021 and down 99.03 percent MoM over 1,756 units sold in December 2021. More

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      2023 Mazda CX-50 Is More Expensive Than the CX-5

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      Mazda has announced pricing for the 2023 CX-50, which starts at $28,025.It’s a bit more expensive than the CX-5 but offers the same engine choices: a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter inline-four and a turbocharged 2.5-liter inline-four.A rugged-looking Meridian Edition is coming later on, as is a CX-50 hybrid with a Toyota-sourced powertrain.Mazda will soon have two entries in the popular compact-crossover segment with similar price points. The 2023 CX-50 is the newer of the two, and we now know it will be more expensive than the existing CX-5 that’s just received small updates for 2022. The CX-50 starts at $28,025 and ranges up to over $42,000 in its fully loaded turbocharged trim level. That starting price is $900 more than the CX-5’s base price, while the loaded CX-50 is $2900 more than a CX-5 Signature.

      The CX-50 has a similar trim structure as the CX-5, with 2.5 S models coming with the same naturally aspirated 187-hp 2.5-liter inline-four engine that we’re familiar with from other Mazda models. Select ($29,425), Preferred ($30,725), Preferred Plus ($33,165), Premium ($35,625) and Premium Plus ($37,625) packages will be available with varying levels of equipment. A more powerful 256-hp turbocharged version of the 2.5-liter engine is offered on the CX-50 2.5 Turbo models, starting at $37,625.Unlike the CX-5, the CX-50 won’t call its top trim level Signature, instead going with the Premium Plus moniker for the fully loaded 2.5 Turbo model that costs $42,775. All-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission are standard across the board, and a hybrid model is coming later on with a powertrain sourced from Toyota.Mazda also says it will eventually launch a Meridian Edition version of the CX-50 with a more rugged look that includes 18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, hood graphics, and a few other outdoorsy accessories. We assume this is the version of the CX-50 that Mazda showed in the initial press pictures (pictured below). Pricing isn’t available yet but we reckon it will also be more than $40,000.
      Mazda says production of the CX-50 has already begun at its new plant in Alabama that’s a joint venture with Toyota. We don’t yet have a specific on-sale date for the CX-50 but it should start arriving at dealerships within the next month or so.
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      Vespa Electric Scooter India Launch Planned – Ola, Ather Rival

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      Image for reference.Vespa, a subsidiary of Piaggio, had earlier revealed the Elettrica electric scooter in India at the Auto Expo 2020A significant rise in popularity of electric mobility, especially in the two-wheeler segment, has led to the advent of numerous electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing startups in the past couple of years. This has forced even established auto brands to dive into the EV space and create a separate strategy for future electric mobility.Piaggio is one such brand that is looking to dive into the EV space in India. As per a recent report, the Italian automaker is planning to develop an electric scooter specifically for the Indian market.Piaggio currently manufactures three-wheelers in the country but is actively involved in the two-wheeler business through its subsidiary brands- Vespa and Aprilia. It is very likely that the upcoming made for India electric scooter could be launched under both brands Vespa and Aprilia.India-specific Vespa electric scooter from PiaggioIn an interaction with ET Auto, Diego Graffi, managing director of Piaggio India, revealed that the company is planning to establish an EV ecosystem in India that will sustain even without subsidies. It should be noted that FAME II subsidies provided by the Central Government and subsidies offered by various state governments across the country are responsible for bringing down prices of EVs by up to 40 percent.Vespa Electric Scooter Elettrica At 2020 Auto ExpoPiaggio wants to offer EVs that attract consumers for their practical benefits, beyond the benefit of subsidies. However, the two-wheeler manufacturer isn’t venturing into the EV space immediately and there is still some time before the first electric two-wheeler offering from Piaggio rolls on Indian roads. Graffi revealed that the supplier ecosystem in India is unprepared to support a massive transition to electric mobility.Expected DebutWhile the country has the technical expertise related to EV technologies, manufacturing capacity for EVs in the supplier ecosystem is still not present. Piaggio already retails electric scooters in developed markets of Europe, however, the India-specific model is expected to take around 18-24 months of development and testing before it is launched in the market.Therefore, the upcoming electric scooter from Piaggio is unlikely to make its India debut before the end of 2023. Piaggio will solely focus on developing electric scooters for the Indian market and not motorcycles. Hence, it is likely that the scooter will be retailed under the Vespa brand.Vespa Electric Scooter – ElettricaEV offerings by PiaggioThe e-scooter from Piaggio will be at par with the high-speed performance electric scooters present in the Indian market and priced accordingly too. It will also boast all the latest connectivity features seen in modern EVs. At present, the two-wheeler EV space in India is dominated by premium offerings like Ather 450, Ola S1 series, Bajaj Chetak and TVS iQube.Last year, Piaggio revealed the first electric scooter under its own brand named ‘One’. Earlier, Vespa had also showcased the Elettrica electric scooter in India at the Auto Expo 2020. However, neither of these two models will reach Indian shores, though the India-specific model could borrow some components from the models mentioned above.Source More

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      Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Jan 2022 – Classic, Meteor, Himalayan, 650 Twins

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      Modified RE 650cc. Image – Rebellious GarageRE Classic 350 led domestic sales charts while 650 Twins were in greater demand in export marketsRoyal Enfield January 2022 sales data shows that while domestic sales ended on a not so positive note, its exports increased significantly, boosted by launch of several new products including the Classic 350.Royal Enfield posted a 22.75 percent YoY de-growth in January 2022. Sales stood at 49,726 units in the past month, down from 64,372 units sold in January 2021. It was also a 23.73 percent MoM de-growth over 65,194 units sold in December 2021.Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Jan 2022 – Classic 350 tops listIt was the Classic 350 that stood at the top of sales lists last month despite a 34.49 percent YoY de-growth. Sales were at 26,775 units in January 2022 down from 40,872 units sold in January 2021. The Classic 350 commands a 53.85 percent share, marginally higher as compared to 53.26 percent held in December 2021 when sales stood at 34,723 units.At No. 2 was the RE Meteor 350. Sales growth was at 66.77 percent on a YoY basis to 8,460 units, from 5,073 units sold in January 2021 while MoM sales dipped 22.93 percent over 10,977 units sold in December 2021. The company is also testing a 650cc version of the Meteor. This upcoming Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 is likely to be launched in India sometime later this year.Royal Enfield Sales Breakup Jan 2022Bullet 350cc sales dipped 36.44 percent YoY to 7,354 units, down from 11,570 units sold in January 2021 while MoM sales fell 8.77 percent from 8,061 units sold in December 2021. Electra (2,651 units) and 650 Twins (1,238 units) saw sales dip both in terms of YoY and MoM.RE Himalayan sales surged in domestic markets last month. What stood at 34 units in January 2021 increased to 3,248 units last month, relating to a 9452.94 percent increase. It was however a 29.56 percent MoM de-growth over 4,611 units sold in December 2021. The brochure of the RE Scram 411 has also been leaked ahead of launch which is slated to be a more road-oriented version of the Himalayan displaying better highway cruising features.RE Exports has 650 Twins at top of listIn export markets, Royal Enfield noted a 101.82 percent growth on a YoY basis and 6.55 percent MoM growth to 9,112 units. 650cc Twins have seen outstanding demand in global markets. Sales increased 209.67 percent YoY to 3,716 units from 1,200 units shipped in January 2021 while MoM increase was at 106.79 percent from 1,797 units sold in December 2021.Royal Enfield Exports Breakup Jan 2022The RE Meteor 350cc and Classic 350cc followed with 2,304 units and 2,042 units shipped respectively last month. This was a growth of 1152.17 percent and 84.46 percent respectively over 184 units and 1,107 units shipped in January 2021. MoM shipments also increased marginally by 1.23 percent and 2.98 percent respectively.Exports of the RE Himalayan increased 42.28 percent YoY to 1,050 units, up from 1,819 units sold in January 2021 but dipped 57.78 percent from 2,487 units sold in December 2021. The RE Electra, Classic 500 and Bullet 500 exports were down to 0 units in the past month. More

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      1989 VW Vanagon Camper Is Our Bring a Trailer Auction Pick of the Day

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      Our Bring a Trailer pick of the day is this 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon GL Syncro Camper conversion.This rare beast features a pop-top roof for extra sleeping space and an all-wheel-drive system to make easier work of navigating to off-grid camping spots.The seller has replaced several key items, including tires and the air conditioning compressor, so this adventure mobile comes ready to hit the open road.Like many other auto enthusiasts, we can easily find ourselves lost for hours in the car-auction dreamland that is Bring a Trailer. This weekend we found this 1989 Volkswagen Vanagon GL Syncro camper conversion that got our car-nerd juices flowing and also gave us a serious case of wanderlust. It’s up for auction on the Bring a Trailer auction site—which, like Car and Driver, is part of Hearst Autos—with bidding open until Saturday, February 26.

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      The Vanagon was sold in North America from 1980 to 1991, and those models are becoming increasingly rare these days due to their age. This 1989 model is rarer still, in that it comes with Volkswagen’s Syncro all-wheel-drive system and has been converted for camper use. Given the explosion in interest in camping and overlanding in recent years, this gem seems like a perfect way to get into the hobby. Of all the Vanagon trim levels, the GL was the most luxurious, although that word is relative since we’re talking about a late-1980s van. According to the enthusiast site Vanagons.org, the GL added features such as front-seat armrests and a padded steering wheel rim. How fancy. The owner of this one splurged, not only on the optional Syncro system, but also on 14-inch five-spoke alloy wheels and air conditioning.

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      While Volkswagen sold a factory-built pop-top camper version of the Vanagon in 1989, this particular one was actually converted and had its pop-top roof installed by Country Home Campers of Santa Cruz, California. The company is still in business, too, which means if you need replacement parts or want to further customize this Vanagon you can.

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      Because the stock water-cooled flat-four is only rated at 90 horsepower, a lot of these older Vanagons have had their engines swapped out for more powerful and more modern Subaru flat-fours, but this example has been preserved with the original engine. We also love that it has a five-speed manual transmission. When we tested an example back in 1980, it needed 17.9 seconds to reach 60 mph, and that one didn’t have all the camper accoutrements that this one has. So yeah, it’s probably extremely slow, but this is the kind of vehicle that encourages you to enjoy the journey as much as the destination. Speaking of the journey, to prepare the Vanagon for sale, the seller apparently put new tires on it last year and also made several other repairs, including replacing the air conditioning compressor. Summer fun, here we come! Bidding is already up to $27,000 with five days to go before the auction closes.
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      Ferrari Purosangue Leaked Images Show the Super SUV's Styling

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      An image circulating on social media purports to show the new Ferrari SUV.Called the Purosangue, this new model is slated to begin production later this year.We’re expecting a turbocharged V-8 engine to be standard, with a possible hybrid setup.Just the idea of Ferrari producing an SUV has created plenty of controversy on its own, and this first glimpse of the upcoming Purosangue is sure to get people talking all over again. A few leaked images making the rounds on social media purport to show the new Ferrari SUV from the front and rear angles on the factory floor. Whether it’s the camera angle, the poor image quality, or some combination therein, they don’t paint the most flattering portrait of the Purosangue’s proportions.
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      The overall shape seen here lines up with what we’ve seen in spy photos of the Purosangue. It appears to have a long nose, four doors, and a sloping roofline not entirely unlike the GTC4Lusso shooting brake’s. A sharp cutline runs from the hood and creates a scooped-out portion of the front door, while black plastic body cladding around the wheel well ensures that it will look the part of an SUV. The rear appears to have a full-width light bar connecting two sets of taillights.

      A turbocharged V-8 engine, possibly with assistance from an electric motor, is the most likely choice for the Purosangue’s powertrain. But it’s possible that Ferrari could stuff a hybrid V-12 setup under the hood, or a V-6 hybrid powertrain for the base model. We should learn more later this year when the Purosangue makes its official debut. Ferrari has confirmed that production will begin in 2022, with customer deliveries starting next year.
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      Bajaj Avenger Electric Hybrid Motorcycle – Modifying Kit Price Rs 28k

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      Bajaj Avenger Modified into an petrol electric hybrid motorcycleThe EV conversion kit used in Bajaj Avenger 220 has been sourced from GoGoA1 which is available for sale online at a price of Rs 27,760With the rise in demand for electric mobility in India, especially in the two-wheeler segment, the market has also seen a spike in the demand for EV conversion kits. While we recently saw a Maruti Dzire EV and a fully electric Hero Splendor retrofitted with an electric conversion kit, this time a Bajaj Avenger is seen running on a battery-powered source.Bajaj Avenger Modified Electric Motorcycle HybridUnlike the previous two models mentioned above, this EV kit allows the rider to choose between petrol power or battery power mode depending on circumstances. In essence, this is a pure petrol-electric hybrid kit that has the convenience to switch between pure IC engine and pure EV mode.A video of the process of converting this petrol-powered Avenger 220 Cruise has been uploaded on YouTube by Creative Etc. This EV conversion kit has been sourced from GoGoA1 which is available for sale online at a price of Rs 27,760. The kit comprises components like a 2000W, 17-inch Brushless Hub Motor, a Regenerative Controller, a Wrist Throttle, disc with catcher, mounting plate and a coupler.Modifications MadeDesign of the stock Avenger has been kept intact in this modified hybrid prototype for most parts barring a new 17-inch front wheel that houses a brushless hub electric motor. Along with this, it gets new mountings installed on the rear fender to carry the battery pack and a small switch on the right side of the handlebar that lets one turn on electric power.[embedded content][embedded content]Although the video says it’s a DIY (Do It Yourself) Project it will take more than a skilled mechanic to carry out all the complicated stuff to follow. For starters, to incorporate the new front wheel with a hub motor, front forks have been re-fabricated. Also, the front disc brake needs modification in order to collaborate with the new front wheel successfully.Next up, the battery pack needs to be encased within a small metallic box that has to be fabricated through cutting and welding. After this, the battery is installed on the mounts of the rear fender but in order to do that, the bike’s rear turn indicators have to be repositioned. Speaking of the battery, this conversion kit consists of a 72V, 35A Lithium-ion pack.The controller is installed by making some minor changes to the electrical system. Finally, a switch to engage and disengage the electric motor is added near the original switchgear. After the complete modification, the IC engine drives the rear wheel through the in-house transmission system, whereas the electric hub motor drives the front wheel.SpecificationsIn pure electric mode, Avenger 220 is able to touch a top speed of 60kmph which is decent enough whereas it claims to offer a range of 40-50 km on a full charge. The system also comes with a reverse mode. While this is a very attractive conversion kit, its legality still remains a question since nowhere has it been mentioned that it is an RTO-approved kit. More