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      KTM 250 Adventure Vs Benelli TRK 251 – 250cc ADV Specs Comparo

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      Image – Rawat kBenelli TRK 251 also competes against other adventure tourers such as Royal Enfield Himalayan and BMW G 310 GS
      Benelli recently launched its entry-level adventure tourer TRK 251 earlier this month which turned out to be the fifth launch from the Chinese-owned Italian bikemaker this year. Launched at a price of Rs 2.51 lakh (ex-showroom), it has been directly pitted against KTM 250 Adventure in India.
      Besides being closely priced to each other, both motorcycles have similarities in specifications and features as well. Let us closely look at some of their details and how both adventure tourers fare against each other.
      KTM 250 ADV vs Benelli TRK 251
      Dimensions & Features
      While KTM seems to offer better dynamics, Benelli offers better handling thanks to its compact dimensions. TRK 251 is shorter, narrower and lighter which should make it more rider-friendly in comparison to 250 Adventure. Benelli also offers a saddle that is far more accessible at 800mm as opposed to an 855mm seat height offered by KTM.
      However, the latter offers a much better ground clearance of 200mm as opposed to 170mm in Benelli. In terms of features, both motorcycles offer a host of gizmos. Some of the common features include a digital instrument console, dual-channel ABS and LED DRLs. While KTM misses out on an LED headlamp, it edges past Benelli with an automatic headlamp function. TRK also receives a USB charger as standard fitment.
      KTM 250 ADV vs Benelli TRK 251
      Hardware Specs
      Even the hardware configurations used in 250 Adventure are superior to those used in TRK 251. The suspension setup employed in TRK 251 consists of simple telescopic forks at front and a telescopic oil damped coil spring at rear. On the other hand, its Austrian counterpart features a suspension setup sourced from WP Apex comprising upside-down front forks and a rear mono-shock absorber.
      KTM 250 ADV vs Benelli TRK 251
      KTM also gets a stronger braking setup with a larger 320mm disc up front in comparison to a 280mm disc in Benelli. The latter, however, gets a larger rear brake with a 240mm disc. TRK rides on 17-inch alloy wheels on both ends but 250 Adventure gets a larger 19-inch wheel at front. All these factors should combine to give different riding dynamics in both bikes.
      Powertrain Specs
      Starting with performance, both motorcycles are powered by a 249cc single-cylinder, 4-valve, liquid-cooled motor but they differ in their engine output. While Benelli puts out 25.47 bhp and 21.2 Nm of peak torque, KTM edges past it with a greater output of 29.5 bhp and 24 Nm of peak torque. Both are paired with a 6-speed gearbox, however, TKR only gets a simple wet multi-plate clutch whereas KTM benefits from a slipper clutch.
      KTM 250 ADV vs Benelli TRK 251
      As already mentioned about prices, KTM 250 Adventure is slightly more affordable at Rs 2.35 lakh (ex-showroom). Overall, KTM appears to be slightly more value for money when one considers performance of both bikes. More

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      Top 10 Motorcycles Nov 2021 – Splendor, Pulsar, Apache, Classic 350

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      Image – Patna BikesBajaj Platina was the only motorcycle on this list that posted a YoY growth – HF Deluxe registered highest decline
      Top 10 Motorcycle sales in India dipped 29.92 percent in the past month. Though this de-growth has been reported over the past several months, sales volumes are set to increase gradually once semi-conductor supplies are back on track.
      Across the motorcycle segment, top ten selling bikes contributed to a total of 5,73,681 units in November 2021. This was a 29.92 percent YoY de-growth over 8,18,606 units sold in November 2020. Every bike on this list posted de-growth except for the Bajaj Platina.
      Top 10 Motorcycles Nov 2021 – Hero Splendor Holds Market Supremacy
      Leading the list was Hero Splendor with 22.51 percent YoY drop to 1,92,490 units, down from 2,48,398 units sold in November 2020. The Splendor current holds a 33.55 percent share in this segment and was the only motorcycle in this list that crossed the 1 lakh unit mark last month.
      At No. 2 was Honda CB Shine with 11.43 percent YoY dip in sales to 83,622 units, down from 94,413 units sold in November 2020. CB Shine holds a 14.58 percent market share. It is a 125cc commuter motorcycle directed towards the mass market segment.
      Top 10 Motorcycles Nov 2021
      Hero HF Deluxe saw sales dip 57.56 percent, the maximum de-growth reported by any of the other bikes on this list. Sales dipped to 76,149 units in the past month, down from 179,426 units sold in November 2020. Earlier this year, the company introduced the HF100 priced at Rs 49,400 (ex-showroom Delhi), Rs 1,300 less than base variant of HF Deluxe. The bike takes on Bajaj CT 100 (Rs 49,152) and Bajaj Platina 100 KS (Rs 49,261).
      Bajaj Pulsar and Platina
      Bajaj Pulsar noted a 40.98 percent YoY dip in sales to 61,913 units while Platina was the only motorcycle on this list to post a YoY growth. Sales increased to 60,646 units, up 45.88 percent over 41,572 units sold in November 2020. Bajaj Platina and Pulsar contributed majorly to domestic sales while in exports Boxer and Pulsar range took the lead.
      At No. 6 was TVS Apache. Sales dipped 31.16 percent YoY to 28,608 units, down from 41,557 units sold in November 2020. TVS Apache continues to amass sales even after 15 years in the market while the company has recently hiked prices by Rs 1,500. TVS Apache 160 is available in two variants of Drum and Disc priced at Rs 1.06 lakh and Rs 1.09 lakh respectively, following this price hike.

      Top 10 Motorcycles
      Nov-21
      Nov-20
      %

      1. Hero Splendor
      1,92,490
      2,48,398
      -22.51

      2. Honda CB Shine
      83,622
      94,413
      -11.43

      3. Hero HF Deluxe
      76,149
      1,79,426
      -57.56

      4. Bajaj Pulsar
      61,913
      1,04,904
      -40.98

      5. Bajaj Platina
      60,646
      41,572
      45.88

      6. TVS Apache
      28,608
      41,557
      -31.16

      7. Hero Glamour
      21,901
      39,899
      -45.11

      8. Royal Enfield Classic 350
      19,601
      39,391
      -50.24

      9. Honda Unicorn
      15,555
      0
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      10. Bajaj CT100
      13,196
      29,046
      -54.57

      Total
      5,73,681
      8,18,606
      -29.92

      Hero Glamour sales fell 45.11 percent YoY to 21,901 units, down from 39,899 units sold in November 2020. Hero MotoCorp recently extended the Glamour lineup to include Glamour XTec. It sports features such as Bluetooth connectivity, Google Maps for turn-by-turn navigation, fully digital LCD instrument panel, LED headlamp, USB charging and AutoSail start/stop system.
      RE Classic 350 sales slipped 50.24 percent in November 2021 to 19,601 units, down from 39,391 units sold in November 2020. Earlier this month, despite several production constraints, the bike-maker rolled out its 1,00,000th new-gen Classic 350 which was launched in September 2021. At No 9 and 10 were Honda Unicorn and Bajaj CT100. Unicorn sales were at 15,555 units in the past month while CT100 sales dipped 54.57 percent to 13,196 units, down from 29,046 units sold in November 2020. More

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      Yezdi Adventure Testing On Highway At 100 Kmph – Caught By Dominar Rider

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      Yezdi Adventure will rival Royal Enfield Himalayan 2022While Yezdi ADV will directly rival Royal Enfield Himalayan, the scrambler will take on upcoming Royal Enfield Hunter
      After successful resurrection of Jawa, Classic Legends is working to revive other iconic brands such as Yezdi and BSA. While Yezdi will be focused on domestic market, BSA will cater exclusively to UK and other European markets. Yezdi range will initially include two bikes, Roadking scrambler and an ADV. These have been spotted quite frequently in production-ready form. Launch can be expected sometime next year.
      Yezdi scrambler and ADV styling
      Both Yezdi bikes have retro styling with features such as round headlamp and spoke wheels. Scrambler model gets some additional retro bits such as round rear-view mirrors. On ADV, rear view mirrors have a contemporary design. Features that are common across both bikes include LED headlamp, sleek cylindrical-shaped LED turn indicators, fork gaiters and knuckle guards.
      Talking about unique aspects of these bikes, Yezdi scrambler has wide, flat handlebar, upswept exhaust, sleek seat design with quilted pattern, and rear type hugger. The bike has short tail section and number plate is mounted on rear tyre hugger. Metallic grab rails can be seen at the rear, which are long enough to support decent sized luggage items.
      Just like Himalayan, Yezdi ADV has a dominating profile. It will be hard to miss on the streets. Latest spy video from Bullet Guru shows the Yezdi adventure testing on highway at speed of over 100 kmph. The video was captured by Bajaj Dominar rider.
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      Some key features include secondary raised front fender, a tall windscreen, sculpted fuel tank, full digital instrument console packed in rugged, shockproof casing, and split seats. Handlebar is placed at just the right height, which should ensure optimal control and comfort when negotiating uneven terrain.
      The bike has dedicated racks at both front and rear. Front rack is an integrated unit that also works to protect the fuel tank, radiator and engine. Yezdi ADV has upswept exhaust with the angle of elevation higher than that of its scrambler sibling.
      Engine and specs
      Both Yezdi bikes are expected to share an entirely new platform. There could be some slight variations based on specific design and hardware requirements. It is likely that Yezdi bikes will borrow the engine from Jawa Perak. The 334 cc, liquid cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC motor churns out max power of 30.64 ps and peak torque of 32.74 Nm. It is mated to a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox.
      At the front, both bikes have standard telescopic forks. Yezdi ADV is likely to use 19-inch front and 17-inch rear wheels. In comparison, its scrambler sibling will have 17-inch units at both ends. The ADV uses knobby dual-purpose tyres whereas the scrambler gets road-biased units. At the rear, ADV has monoshock suspension with preload adjustability. Scrambler is likely to have dual gas-charged suspension setup.
      If Classic Legends has plans to play the volumes game with Royal Enfield, it will have to opt for competitive pricing. If that’s how it turns out to be, Yezdi bikes could be launched in the range of Rs 1.75 lakh to Rs 2.10 lakh. More

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      New TVS Electric Scooter Spied Testing For First Time – 2022 Launch

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      New TVS Electric ScooterWith incremental e-commerce growth across varied segments, the B2B space presents significant opportunity for EV manufacturers
      TVS is among the auto companies that have made aggressive plans to target the EV space. Investments worth Rs 1,200 have been earmarked for the purpose. A significant portion of the funds will be utilized to setup a new manufacturing facility that will cater to EVs such scooters, motorcycles, three-wheelers, etc.
      New TVS Electric Scooter Spied
      Latest spy shots reveal a new electric scooter on road tests near TVS manufacturing facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu. These exclusive spy shots are credit to automotive enthusiast V Mathpati. Design of the e-scooter indicates that it is most likely a load carrier, meant for last-mile deliveries in B2B and B2C space. It has a flat seat with space at the rear for loading cargo items. The flat floorboard also has ample space for cargo.
      TVS new electric scooter has sober styling with minimal body panels. It appears to be using large alloy wheels, possibly 12-inch units. These will come handy for optimal control and balance during cargo operations. Suspension system comprises telescopic forks at front and dual rear shock absorbers. The scooter has a rectangular, full-digital instrument console.
      While specs of TVS new electric scooter are not available, it could be close to that of iQube. The latter is equipped with a 2.25kWh battery pack that powers a 4.4kW hub-mounted BLDC motor. It generates 3kW power and peak torque of 140 Nm. iQube claimed range is 75km. This new TVS scooter could get a larger battery, delivering higher range.
      New TVS Electric Scooter
      When launched, TVS new electric scooter will primarily take on Honda Benly e electric scooter. Benly e is scheduled for launch in India next year. Honda is moving fast with its plans and has already setup a new subsidiary in India.
      This unit will focus on manufacturing battery packs, as required for Honda’s upcoming electric scooters, motorcycles and other small EVs. The subsidiary will also manage technologies and operations related to battery charging and swapping infrastructure.
      TVS charging network expansion
      To ensure users don’t have to face issues like range anxiety, TVS is building a vast network of charging stations. This is being done in collaboration with other entities such as Tata Power. As per the agreement between the two companies, the focus will be on increasing use of solar power across charging stations.
      New TVS Electric Scooter
      TVS charging network will cater to both personal vehicles and cargo carriers in two-wheeler and three-wheeler segment. It will have both AC charging network as well as DC fast-charging network.
      The strategic partnership with Tata is significant, as the company already operates around 700 public chargers across 120 cities. The company also has presence across home and workplace charging and captive charging stations.
      Along with commuter and cargo segment, TVS will also be targeting the premium EV segment. For this, TVS has expanded its partnership with BMW to include design and development of new electric scooters, motorcycles and concepts. More

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      Ford Confirms 2022 F-150 Lightning EV Battery Specs

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      Ford has confirmed the 2022 F-150 Lightning electric pickup’s usable battery capacities to Car and Driver. There are two options: a 98.0-kWh Standard Range battery pack targeting up to 230 miles of range, and a 131.0-kWh Extended Range pack that Ford claims will offer up to 300 miles. Orders will open next month, and the trucks will arrive in the spring.Ford often leaves out important specifications when it launches a new vehicle, such as an engine’s power output, detailed pricing, or with the new F-150 Lightning electric pickup, battery capacity. We estimated that based on initial charging duration claims, but a Ford spokesperson confirmed to Car and Driver the usable sizes of both available battery packs. The upcoming electric pickup will offer two lithium-ion batteries: a 98.0-kWh Standard Range pack and a 131.0-kWh Extended Range pack.

      Here at C/D, we report on usable (or net) capacity since that’s the amount of energy an EV can actually draw from the battery to propel itself. Automakers routinely release gross numbers, the amount the pack can technically hold, and if they won’t spill the beans on the pack’s net size, we’ll estimate it based on a few factors. You can read more about net vs. gross sizes here.Ford claims that the F-150 Lightning will offer up to 300 miles of range with the Extended Range battery and 230 miles on the Standard Range pack. Additionally, a post on the F-150 Gen 14 forum found that a stakeholder’s livestream allegedly stated that certain Platinum model trucks would offer 280 miles of range. However, the Ford spokesperson declined to confirm that range estimate. That top-of-the-line model is expected to start around $70,000. Ford also offers standard and extended-range battery configurations in its Mustang Mach-E electric crossover, our inaugural EV of the Year, and its net sizes are 66.0 kWh and 88.0 kWh. When the F-150 Lightning arrives next year, it will compete against the GMC Hummer EV pickup, which uses a 200.0-kWh Ultium battery and boasts up to 350 miles of range, and the Rivian R1T that’s EPA estimated at 314 miles.Orders are scheduled to open next month, and Ford says that reservation holders will receive emails inviting them to place orders. More details on the F-150 Lightning will come next month as well, which should include full pricing details—it’s likely to start around $42,000.

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      2022 Acura MDX Type S Costs $73,095 Fully Loaded

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      The 2022 Acura MDX Type S will arrive at dealerships starting next week with a starting price of $67,745. An Advanced Package is available for an additional $5,350 and adds several interior niceties. It’s powered by the same 355-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 as the TLX Type S sedan. Acura recently resurrected the Type S badge and has already added it to three models in its lineup: the NSX supercar, the TLX sedan, and the MDX three-row SUV. The TLX Type S is on sale now, 300 NSX Type S cars will arrive in the U.S. soon, and now the MDX Type S will arrive at dealerships next week starting at $67,745.
      That hefty price gets you the same turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 as the TLX, but with a nearly $15,000 premium—and a third row of seats. That engine makes 355 horsepower and 354 pound-feet of torque, increases of 65 horsepower and 87 pound-feet over the standard MDX’s 3.5-liter V-6. It’s paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and Acura’s SH-AWD system, and Type S models also come with adaptive dampers, air springs, and Brembo brakes. An Advanced Package is available on the MDX Type S for an additional $5,350. It includes a head-up display, 25-speaker sound system, massaging, 16-way power front seats, wood trim, and other interior niceties.

      Its $67,745 starting price makes it cheaper than fully loaded versions of the Genesis GV80, a previous Car and Driver 10Best winner that offers a bit more power from its optional twin-turbo 3.5-liter V-6. While the TLX Type S sedan’s specs put it in contention with the Audi S4 and BMW M340i, the MDX lines up more closely to non-performance versions of its German three-row SUV rivals, including the $62,695, 335-hp BMW X5 xDrive40i and the $63,195, 335-hp Audi Q7 55. Notably, the Acura is even more expensive than a 375-hp Porsche Macan S.
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      2023 Lexus RZ450e Confirmed to Have Direct4 AWD Powertrain

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      Lexus has fully revealed the 2023 RZ450e, sharing new photos and confirming its official name.We can clearly see a “Direct4” badge on the back, which is Lexus’ new AWD electric drivetrain.The RZ will likely go on sale in the U.S. in mid-2022.Lexus is continuing the steady trickle of information about its new electric model, the 2023 RZ. We now have confirmation that it will be called the RZ450e and that it will offer the company’s new Direct4 all-wheel-drive dual-motor powertrain setup. These additional photos also show the RZ’s exterior design in full, although we still haven’t seen the interior.

      What we know so far about the Direct4 drivetrain, as designated by a badge on the rear of the RZ, is that it will use front and rear electric motors that provide 200 horsepower and 221 pound-feet of torque each. The company hasn’t shared a total output figure, but this combination in the RZ should provide plenty more power than the Toyota bZ4X’s dual-motor powertrain with two 107-hp electric motors that makes just 215 horsepower in total.
      The RZ450e otherwise looks to have a similar shape as the bZ4X and its sibling, the Subaru Solterra. Lexus will surely spruce up the interior to match its luxury billing with nicer materials, but it will otherwise be similarly sized inside and offer five seats. Competitors will include the Audi Q4 e-tron, Ford Mustang Mach-E, Nissan Ariya, and Tesla Model Y.We’re estimating the RZ450e’s base price at around $50,000, and it will arrive in the U.S. sometime in 2022. Look for more information to come early next year as we learn more about the RZ’s official specs, interior trimmings, EPA driving range, and price.
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      Top 10 Scooters Nov 2021 – Activa, Dio, Jupiter, Burgman, Pleasure

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      Image – Power RacerElectric two wheeler demand is on the rise with 355 percent YoY increase – Petrol scooters posted a 37.32 percent YoY de-growth
      Two wheeler buyer are slowly but surely turning their attention to electric scooters. More established e-scooter makers such as Bajaj Auto and TVS with Chetak and iQube respectively, are seeing a steady uptick in sales. Between the two, it was TVS iQube that has posted higher sales numbers in November 2021.
      Petrol powered scooters on the other hand are facing dismal sales. Scooter sales in the past month dipped as much as 37.32 percent down to 2,86,765 units from 4,57,519 units sold in November 2020. Much of the blame these poor sales can be attributed to the ever increasing price of petrol, which has now crossed Rs 100/liter mark across India. Suzuki Burgman Street and Honda Grazia were the only two scooters on this list to post YoY growth.
      Top 10 Scooters Nov 2021 – Honda Activa Leads List
      Leading in scooter sales was the hotly favoured Honda Activa (Activa 6G and Activa 125). Despite a YoY de-growth, it was the only scooter in its segment to see sales cross the 1 lakh unit mark while all other scooters failed to even pass 50,000 unit sales. Activa sales dipped 45.05 percent to 1,24,082 units in November 2021, down from 2,25,822 units sold in November 2020. This was a difference of 1,01,740 units even as the Activa commands a 43.27 percent share in its segment.
      Honda now looks forward to the new Activa 125cc Premium Edition adding to its sales numbers. Launched in two variants, Activa 125 Premium Edition is priced from Rs 78,725 for Drum Alloy while Disc variant is priced at Rs 82,280 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
      Top 10 Scooters Nov 2021
      At No. 2 was TVS Jupiter 110. This scooter suffered a YoY de-growth of 29.52 percent to 44,139 units from 62,626 units sold in November 2020. Jupiter currently commands a 15.39 percent share in the top 10 list. It has recently received a price hike of Rs 600.
      Suzuki Access scooter was next in line at No. 3 on the list of top 10 best-selling scooters last month. Sales dipped 6.80 percent YoY to 42,481 units, down from 45,582 units sold in November 2020. The Suzuki Access 125 flagship scooter currently holds a 14.81 percent share in the list.
      TVS, Yamaha, Hero Scooters
      TVS Ntorq at No. 4 with sales dipping 33.91 percent YoY to 19,157 units, down from 28,987 units sold in November 2020. Currently commanding a 6.68 percent share in this segment, the Ntorq has just made its way to the Philippines along with the TVS Apache RR 310. These will be made in India and will be completely identical to their India-spec counterparts.

      Top 10 Scooters
      Nov-21
      Nov-20
      %

      1. Honda Activa
      1,24,082
      2,25,822
      -45.05

      2. TVS Jupiter
      44,139
      62,626
      -29.52

      3. Suzuki Access
      42,481
      45,582
      -6.80

      4. TVS Ntorq
      19,157
      28,987
      -33.91

      5. Yamaha RayZR
      12,344
      15,238
      -18.99

      6. Suzuki Burgman
      11,248
      9,078
      23.90

      7. Hero Pleasure
      11,136
      19,707
      -43.49

      8. Honda Dio
      8,522
      34,812
      -75.52

      9. Yamaha Fascino
      8,208
      10,992
      -25.33

      10. Honda Grazia
      5,448
      4,675
      16.53

      Total
      2,86,765
      4,57,519
      -37.32

      Yamaha RayZR and Suzuki Burgman Street 125 followed at No. 6 and 7. Even as RayZR posted an 18.99 percent de-growth to 12,344 units, sales of Burgman Street increased 23.90 percent. Burgman sales stood at 11,248 units in the past month, up from 9,078 units sold in same month of the previous year.
      Hero Pleasure sales dipped 43.49 percent YoY while the maximum de-growth was seen in the case of Honda Dio, sales which fell 75.52 percent YoY to 8,522 units from 34,812 units sold in November 2020. Trailing the list at Nos. 9 and 10 were Yamaha Fascino and Honda Grazia. Fascino sales declined, while Grazia sales were up 16.53 percent to 5,448 units last month from 4,675 units sold in Nov 2020. More