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      Top 10 Motorcycles May 2021 – Splendor, Pulsar, Apache, CB Shine

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      Image – Yo RidersTop 10 motorcycle sales reported a MoM de-growth of 52.48 percent in May 2021
      The current pandemic situation in the country has made both MoM and YoY sales comparisons rather difficult. The sudden announcements of lockdowns, a skewed economy and poor buyer sentiments have caused much upheaval in the entire automobile segment. A YoY assessment is highly biased as May 20 was just 2 months after the pandemic first hit and May 21 saw the pandemic in its second wave.
      A MoM sales comparison has also seen that the two wheeler segment has a long way to go before it can see any sort of recovery. Taking only motorcycle sales into account, every model in the top 10 segment has noted de-growth with the exception of the TVS Sport which showed only marginal MoM growth of 0.51 percent. April 21 sales were somewhat better as top 10 motorcycle sales stood at 5,45,143 units, but dipped to 2,59,028 units in May 21.
      Hero Splendor, HF Deluxe – 50% share in Top 10
      In May 2021, Hero Splendor continued to rule the segment and was the only bike to record sales above the 1 lakh unit mark. Splendor sales stood at 1,00,435 units in May 21, down 48.10 percent over 1,93,508 units sold in April 21. The Hero Splendor enjoys a market share of 38.77 percent.
      Hero HF Deluxe and Bajaj Pulsar posted de-growth to the extent of 40.92 percent and 40.49 percent respectively and sales failed to even cross the 50,000 unit mark. HF Deluxe sales stood at 42,118 units in May 21, down from 71,294 units sold in April 21 while Pulsar sales which had stood at 66,586 units in April 21 dipped to 39,625 units in the past month.
      Top 10 Motorcycles May 2021
      TVS Apache was at No.4 on the list of best-selling motorcycles in May 21. Sales which had stood at 29,458 units in April 21, dipped to 19,885 units in May 21. This was a 32.50 percent de-growth MoM. TVS Motor Co is now set to introduce the new 2021 Apache RR310 in India. The launch of this bike was set for April 21 but has been delayed due to the current pandemic situation.

      Top 10 Motorcycles
      May-21
      Apr-21
      %

      Hero Splendor
      1,00,435
      1,93,508
      -48.10

      Hero HF Deluxe
      42,118
      71,294
      -40.92

      Bajaj Pulsar
      39,625
      66,586
      -40.49

      TVS Apache
      19,885
      29,458
      -32.50

      Honda CB Shine
      14,666
      79,416
      -81.53

      Bajaj Platina
      11,164
      35,467
      -68.52

      Royal Enfield Classic 350
      9,239
      23,298
      -60.34

      Bajaj CT 100
      7,678
      15,619
      -50.84

      Hero Glamour
      7,313
      23,627
      -69.05

      TVS Sport
      6,905
      6,870
      0.51

      Total
      2,59,028
      5,45,143
      -52.48

      Bottom 5
      At No. 5, the Honda CB Shine has reported the maximum de-growth among each of the top 10 motorcycles on the list. Sales de-growth was at 81.53 percent from 79,416 units sold in April 21 to 14,666 units in the past month. Bajaj Platina, slotted at No. 6, posed MoM de-growth of 68.52 percent to 11,164 units, down from 35,467 units sold in April 21.
      Ahead of the launch of the new gen Classic 350 which will be underpinned by Meteor 350’s platform, sales of its current counterpart have dipped 60.34 percent MoM. Sales of the RE Classic 350 which had stood at 23,298 units in April 21, fell to 9,239 units in the past month.
      MoM sales of the Bajaj CT and Hero Glamour also noted de-growth to the extent of 50.84 percent and 69.05 percent. It was only sales of the TVS Sport that saw a marginal increase at 0.51 percent to 6,905 units in May 21, up from 6,870 units sold in April 21. More

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      Philippines Customs Crushed a McLaren 620R, $1.2 Million in Cars

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      Yes, that is a McLaren 620R being crushed by a backhoe.This display of destruction is the latest in an oddly long lineage of spectacular public crushing of illegally imported cars. In this case, the Bureau of Customs in the Philippines crushed a total of $1.2 million in cars over two separate incidents. One featured 14 Mitsubishi Jeeps, while the other starred seven cars headlined by the McLaren.

      This particular crushing is part of a lasting campaign to crack down on illegal car importation, an issue apparently very close to the heart of Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte. He ordered a similar crushing in 2018, an event that involved a tractor driving over a startling $8 million of cars in a monster-truck-like exhibition of punishment. This particular crushing is less destructive, but there is something particularly cruel about smashing the roof of each car individually for the sole purpose of destroying something.

      Bureau of Customs PH / Facebook

      That is the point, of course. All the smashing is meant to discourage importation by showing that the end result for anyone who tries is a car crushed in front of them for the whole world to see.
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      The Philippines Bureau of Customs notes that the crushing also involved the destruction of a Lotus, a Bentley, a 911, an SLK, a Genesis coupe, and, somehow, a Solara convertible. But the track-focused 620R is by far the most rare thing crushed. Just 350 were produced, and the loss of this one means that number is down even further.

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      Workhorse Sues USPS over $6 Billion Oshkosh Mail Truck Deal

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      If you thought the seven-year search for new U.S. Postal Service mail trucks was over, think again. There were three companies bidding for the massive contract, and one of them, Workhorse, now says a court should look into whether the deal was conducted fairly and whether the government didn’t seriously consider its all-electric options including the Workhorse prototype pictured above.The public details remain a bit vague, given the secrecy of the contract bids and other non-disclosure agreements.In February, the U.S. Postal Service awarded a deal for up to 165,000 new mail trucks worth up to $6 billion to defense contractor Oshkosh. The search for new delivery vehicles took the USPS around seven years, and once the Internet learned what the quirky new van would look like, much merriment ensued. Not everyone was happy, though. Workhorse, formerly known as Amp Electric Vehicles, was one of two other contractors bidding for the USPS contract (the other was Karsan). This week, Workhorse sued the postal service over the terms of the deal, especially whether or not the mail carrier ever seriously considered Workhorse’s electric vehicles as suitable replacements for the Grumman “Long Life Vehicles” that are commonly seen delivering mail today.

      Workhorse’s lawsuit—the version that the public can see, anyway—is vague, as the company said the revealing all of the contract information would release details about its bid for the contract and the company’s EVs that would be helpful to competitors. Alongside the court filing, Workhorse issued a media statement that said Workhorse representatives met with the USPS in early March to “discuss the award and further specifics of the USPS selection process,” but that the details of the meeting “cannot be disclosed at this time.”Nonetheless, we can get a feel for what the issue is based on anonymous sources who have spoken to the Washington Post, and it seems to all come down to the level of electrification the USPS is actually interested in. The February announcement included language about EVs but also made clear that gas-powered mail trucks would still be part of the USPS. Workhorse insiders told the Post that they believe the USPS didn’t seriously consider Workhorse’s bid, in part because it leaned so heavily on electric vehicles. Embattled USPS postmaster general Louis DeJoy said after the Oshkosh announcement that only around 10 percent of the trucks the postal service will buy will be electrified. Workhorse is asking the court for a preliminary injunction to halt the procurement process for Oshkosh’s mail trucks until the decision is reviewed. It also reportedly claims that the USPS did not fully evaluate an all-electric prototype from Oshkosh.

      “The allegations are that basically that [the Postal Service] never planned to seriously consider Workhorse and they put their thumb on the scale to select against Workhorse,” a source told the Post. The USPS and Oshkosh are not commenting on the lawsuit, and Workhorse said it is “unable to provide any further information with respect to this matter currently but will provide updates when appropriate and as permitted under its non-disclosure agreement as part of the USPS [Next-Generation Delivery Vehicle] program.”Oskhosh has said in other instances that the ability to swap out the gas-powered powertrain in its new trucks for all-electric versions was a selling point to the USPS, even though it told the SEC last November that is basically an electric-powertrain amateur: “While we are continuing to explore options to offer more propulsion choices in our products, such as electric-powered vehicles or mobile equipment, with lower emissions, this may require us to spend additional funds on product research and development and implementation costs and subject us to the risk that our competitors may respond to these pressures in a manner that gives them a competitive advantage,” the company wrote at the time.Whatever trucks the USPS purchases to replace its current fleet, they will be a massive upgrade. The LLVs currently in use were all built between 1987 and 1994 and were supposed to be retired after, at most, 24 years. All of the trucks are older than that at this point, but mail carriers might need to drive them for a few more miles before new trucks arrive.
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      2021 Yamaha RayZR Debuts With Bluetooth, Hybrid Assist – More Mileage

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      2021 Yamaha RayZR Street Rally Hybrid AssistPrices of the updated Yamaha RayZR and Fascino 125 Fi will be announced later at the time of launch
      Yamaha recently grabbed the limelight by introducing the new FZ-X bike which adopts a new-retro styling. Not only this but the Japanese bikemaker has also updated its scooter lineup comprising Fascino 125 Fi and RayZR. We have already covered Fascino and the updates in RayZR are on similar lines as its sibling.
      Updated Features
      Like Fascino 125 Fi, RayZR will now be offered Bluetooth connectivity as an option. This makes it possible for the rider to connect the scooter’s instrument console with his/her smartphone via Yamaha Motorcycle Connect X app. It provides access to plenty of information on the display of the scooter such as call and text alerts.
      On the flip side, the rider can get remote access to information about the vehicle such as Locate my Vehicle, Riding History, Parking Record and Hazard through his/her phone. Other than this, the updated RayZR also gets an updated apron-mounted LED headlight. The scooter carries forward tall-set DRLs and a tinted fly-screen at the front end from the older model.
      New Hybrid Technology
      However, the most important addition to its equipment is a Hybrid-assist system to its powertrain. It performs the same functions in RayZR as it does in Fascino. This hybrid setup features a new Smart Motor Generator (SMG) System which acts as an electric motor to give a power assist when one accelerates from a stop.
      2021 Yamaha RayZR Hybrid Assist
      Therefore it reduces insecurity caused by the wobble during start-outs or uphill climbs. The power assist system is cancelled three seconds after starting or when the throttle is cut back or the engine rpm exceeds the prescribed level. Power output remains similar while fuel efficiency / mileage has been increased by up to 16%.
      Upgraded Cosmetics
      In terms of design, RayZR is very much similar to the previous model barring subtle styling tweaks which include new colour options and a pair of knuckle guards on handlebar. It continues to be offered in two variants- standard and Street Rally edition, the latter comes with updated body graphics and decals.
      The new paint schemes include Reddish Yellow Cocktail, Racing Blue, Cyan Blue, Matte Red Metallic and Metallic Black in the standard variant. Whereas the top-spec Street Rally trim is offered in Matte Green and Matte Orange options.
      2021 Yamaha RayZR Hybrid Assist
      As far as specs go, it is identical to the updated Fascino FI. It is powered by a 125cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine that returns an output of 8.2 bhp and 10.3 Nm of peak torque. Hardware configurations also stay put with a suspension setup comprising telescopic forks at front and a mono-shock at rear. On the other hand, braking is carried out by a disc brake at front and drum brake at rear with CBS as standard. More

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      2021 Honda Gold Wing Motorcycle With Airbag – India Launch Price Rs 39 L

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      2021 Honda Gold Wing India Launch2021 Honda Gold Wing Tour will get features such as Smart Key, Bluetooth Connectivity and Airbag
      Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has announced launch of the new 2021 Honda Gold Wing Tour in India. It will come in via the CBU (Completely Built-Up) route from Japan and has been priced from Rs 37,20,342 for the base Manual Transmission variant going up to Rs 39,16,055 for the DCT + Airbag trim. (Prices are ex-showroom).
      The earlier Honda Gold Wing Tour, was sold in India in a BS4 format and was priced at Rs 29 lakhs. Its 2021 update sees a BS6 compliant engine and feature updates and the company’s flagship touring bike is already on sale in multiple global markets of North America, Australia, Western Europe as well as in its home market Japan.
      It is presented globally in 5 trims of base standard model, Gold Wing automatic DCT, Gold Wing Tour, Gold Wing Tour automatic DCT and Gold Wing Tour Airbag Automatic DCT. India will receive two variants of Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) with airbag & Manual Transmission.
      Styling Updates
      The 2021 Gold Wing Tour is added to the company’s premium motorcycle product portfolio in India and comes in with improved finish and material. 2021 Gold Wing get new colour options of Deep Pearl Gray, Metallic Black and Candy Ardent Red.
      2021 Honda Gold Wing India Launch
      Styling updates include a more comfortable twin seating for rider and pillion in suede/synthetic leather, pillion backrest that can be adjusted from 16-23 degrees, a larger trunk with 11 liter storage while the sound system is updated with a 55 watt capacity unit. Improved channels for airflow around the rider and pillion are also a part of its features while the extended electric screen for better wind protection can also be adjusted according to angle and height
      The new Gold Wing Tour gets LED fog lamps while lower portion of headlamps use optical lenses on either sides for a jewel eye low beam light signature. The upper section uses high beam for a stereoscopic effect while front auto cancel indicators are housed in the mirrors.
      A 7 inch full TFT liquid cooled display offers the rider vital information both for audio and navigation along with selection of riding modes and suspension adjustment Brightness of the screen can be adjusted according to 8 levels while the screen is compatible with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay via the users smartphone with access to phone numbers and music playlist. Bluetooth connectivity is also on offer and features also include 2 USB Type-C ports to plug in. Smart Key is used to activate all systems with ignition and handlebar lock being turned on or off while just carrying it.
      Engine Specs
      The 2021 Honda Gold Wing Tour is powered by a 1,833cc, liquid cooled, 6 cylinder engine offering 125 hp at 5,500 rpm and 170 Nm torque at 4,500 rpm. The engine gets mated to a 6 speed manual transmission or a 7 speed automatic DCT. It comes in with four riding modes of Tour, Sport, Rain and Econ.
      Throttle By Wire (TBW) and Dual Combined Brake System is also a part of its on board features. When compared to its earlier counterpart, the 2021 Gold Wing Tour is capable of 22 percent higher fuel efficiency thanks to a lighter overall weight and engine updates.
      Bookings open at HMSI’s BigWing dealerships across India, located in Gurugram (Haryana), Mumbai (Maharashtra), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Indore (Madhya Pradesh), Kochi (Kerala) and Hyderabad (Telangana). Buyers can also book online via Honda website. Deliveries will commence from July 2021. More

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      KTM India Sales, Exports May 2021 – Duke, RC 125, 200, 250, 390 ADV

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      KTM IndiaKTM range of motorcycles under 400cc are locally manufactured by Bajaj Auto at their facility in Chakan near Pune
      With most states across the country under full or partial lockdowns for a major part of last month, automotive sales took a serious beating. KTM also had to bear the same brunt with both domestic sales and exports plummeting drastically due to disruptions caused due to the pandemic in production as well as sales.
      Domestic Sales
      KTM was able to sell only 943 units of its motorcycles in the domestic market in May this year, in comparison to 4,522 units sold in April. This translates to a drop in MoM growth by 79.15 percent. The list was headed by the 200 series of KTM bikes which registered 375 units in May as opposed to 1,410 units sold the previous month.
      This resulted in MoM degrowth of 73.40 percent. The company retails Duke and RC branded bikes in the 200 series in India. This was followed by the 125 series which accounted for 28.74 percent of total KTM domestic sales in May. The company sold 271 units of 125cc motorcycles last month which included Duke 125 and RC 125 as opposed to 1,172 units sold in April this year. This translated to a negative MoM growth of 76.88 percent.
      The 250 series comprises Duke and Adventure range of bikes and recorded sales of 168 units last month. In comparison, the Austrian brand sold 1,089 units in April which resulted in a decline of MoM sales by 84.57 percent.
      KTM India Sales and Exports April 2021
      The bikemaker sold 129 units of its 390 series motorcycles in May as compared to 851 units in April this year thus translating to a negative MoM growth of 84.84 percent. The 390 series in India comprises all three models- Duke, Adventure and RC.
      Export Figures Low As Well
      Numbers weren’t encouraging in the exports section as well, however, they did outnumber the domestic figure. KTM shipped a total of 9,290 units of its motorcycles from India to overseas markets in May. This is still less in comparison to 12,477 units exported the previous month. This resulted in a drop in MoM sales figures by 25.54 percent.
      At 3,888 units, the 390 series accounted for the most exports last month. In comparison, KTM shipped 5,563 units of the 390 series abroad in April this year which translates to an MoM decline of 30.11 percent. The company exported 2,290 units of the 200cc bikes as compared to 3,685 units shipped in April this year. This translates to an MoM decline of 37.86 percent.
      KTM India exported 1,978 units of the entry-level 125cc bikes in May 2021 as compared to 2,316 units shipped previous month. This accounted for an MoM degrowth of 14.59 percent. The 250 series was the only range that witnessed a positive MoM growth of 24.21 percent last month. KTM dispatched 1,134 units of the quarter-litre motorcycles in May and 913 units in April this year. More

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      Ampere Electric Scooter Price Cut – Now Cheaper Than Activa, Jupiter

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      Ampere Electric ScootersIncrease in FAME-II subsidy has reduced the price gap between electric and petrol powered two wheelers
      High acquisition cost has been a major hurdle in taking electric scooters to the masses. Even though sales have been higher year-on-year, they are still a fraction of sales of petrol powered two wheelers. Thankfully, with FAME-II subsidy increased, electric two wheeler sales can get a boost in the coming months.
      Several EV manufacturers have reduced prices post the increase in FAME-II subsidy. The latest announcement of price reduction comes from Ampere Vehicles, which is a subsidiary of Greaves Cotton Limited. Ampere electric scooters are known in the market for their competitive pricing, decent range and peppy performance.
      Ampere Zeal and Magnus Pro new prices
      Ampere electric scooters have become cheaper by up to Rs 9,000. Zeal, which was earlier available at Rs 68,990 is now priced at Rs 59,990. Similarly, Magnus Pro price has been reduced from Rs 74,990 to Rs 65,990.
      All prices are ex-showroom, Bengaluru. The price reduction is made possible by the company’s decision to pass on the benefits of FAME-II subsidy revision to its customers. Below are revised prices, ex-sh Bangalore.

      Ampere Electric Scooter
      New Price
      Old Price
      Diff

      Zeal
      59,990
      68,990
      -9,000

      Magnus Pro
      65,990
      74,990
      -9,000

      With prices reduced, users can certainly think about switching to an electric scooter. As an example, we can compare prices with Honda Activa, which is the top selling scooter in the country. Activa 6G standard model is priced at Rs 69,924 whereas the DLX model retails at Rs 71,670 in Bengaluru. TVS Jupiter, which is the 2nd best selling scooter, is priced from Rs 66,824, ex-Bengaluru. So, both Ampere Zeal and Magnus Pro are now cheaper than Activa as well as Jupiter – India’s top 2 selling scooters.
      Ampere Electric Scooters
      Ampere Zeal and Magnus – features and specs
      With range of 80 km for Magnus and 85-90 km for Zeal, the scooters should suffice for everyday commutes. Both scooters offer fast acceleration and top speed of 55kmph. They can easily negotiate city riding environment, which includes things like upslopes and flyovers. Both scooters come with detachable batteries, which allow users to recharge them in the comfort of their homes.
      Another benefit that users can get is extremely low running cost of just 15p per km. For a 100 km commute, the running cost will be just Rs 15. That’s even cheaper than the price you will be charged in a bus, local train or metro.
      Customers buying Ampere Zeal or Magnus Pro can choose an ownership plan that best suits their budget. One option is the full subscription plan where customers can select the down payment amount as per their choice.
      In ‘power + subscription’ plan, customers stand to gain in the form of low monthly EMIs. Both plans come with benefits such as comprehensive full vehicle insurance, full vehicle service and maintenance costs, registration & RTO charges, and unlimited kilometres usage. More

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      Ampere Electric Scooter Price Cut Makes Them Cheaper Than Activa, Jupiter

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      Ampere Electric ScootersIncrease in FAME-II subsidy has reduced the price gap between electric and petrol powered two wheelers
      High acquisition cost has been a major hurdle in taking electric scooters to the masses. Even though sales have been higher year-on-year, they are still a fraction of sales of petrol powered two wheelers. Thankfully, with FAME-II subsidy increased, electric two wheeler sales can get a boost in the coming months.
      Several EV manufacturers have reduced prices post the increase in FAME-II subsidy. The latest announcement of price reduction comes from Ampere Vehicles, which is a subsidiary of Greaves Cotton Limited. Ampere electric scooters are known in the market for their competitive pricing, decent range and peppy performance.
      Ampere Zeal and Magnus Pro new prices
      Ampere electric scooters have become cheaper by up to Rs 9,000. Zeal, which was earlier available at Rs 68,990 is now priced at Rs 59,990. Similarly, Magnus Pro price has been reduced from Rs 74,990 to Rs 65,990.
      All prices are ex-showroom, Bengaluru. The price reduction is made possible by the company’s decision to pass on the benefits of FAME-II subsidy revision to its customers. Below are revised prices, ex-sh Bangalore.

      Ampere Electric Scooter
      New Price
      Old Price
      Diff

      Zeal
      59,990
      68,990
      -9,000

      Magnus Pro
      65,990
      74,990
      -9,000

      With prices reduced, users can certainly think about switching to an electric scooter. As an example, we can compare prices with Honda Activa, which is the top selling scooter in the country. Activa 6G standard model is priced at Rs 69,924 whereas the DLX model retails at Rs 71,670 in Bengaluru. TVS Jupiter, which is the 2nd best selling scooter, is priced from Rs 66,824, ex-Bengaluru. So, both Ampere Zeal and Magnus Pro are now cheaper than Activa as well as Jupiter – India’s top 2 selling scooters.
      Ampere Electric Scooters
      Ampere Zeal and Magnus – features and specs
      With range of 80 km for Magnus and 85-90 km for Zeal, the scooters should suffice for everyday commutes. Both scooters offer fast acceleration and top speed of 55kmph. They can easily negotiate city riding environment, which includes things like upslopes and flyovers. Both scooters come with detachable batteries, which allow users to recharge them in the comfort of their homes.
      Another benefit that users can get is extremely low running cost of just 15p per km. For a 100 km commute, the running cost will be just Rs 15. That’s even cheaper than the price you will be charged in a bus, local train or metro.
      Customers buying Ampere Zeal or Magnus Pro can choose an ownership plan that best suits their budget. One option is the full subscription plan where customers can select the down payment amount as per their choice.
      In ‘power + subscription’ plan, customers stand to gain in the form of low monthly EMIs. Both plans come with benefits such as comprehensive full vehicle insurance, full vehicle service and maintenance costs, registration & RTO charges, and unlimited kilometres usage. More