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      Ola S1 Electric Scooter Price Reveal Teaser By CEO Bhavish Aggarwal

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      New Ola Electric Scooter Price Revealed By CEOOla Series S1 or Ola S1 electric scooter rivals segment heavyweights such as Ather 450X, Bajaj Chetak, TVS iQube and Simple One
      Ride-hailing major- Ola, has stepped into electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing industry of India. After months of anticipation, Ola will finally launch its first electric scooter Series S1 tomorrow, 15th Aug 2021. Ahead of that, Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal has revealed the price of their Ola S1 electric scooter in the teaser video below. Bookings of the e-scooter had already commenced a few days at a refundable token amount of Rs 499.
      Customers will be delivered their Ola e-scooter directly to their doorstep. According to the company, over 1 lakh bookings had been received on the first day of the booking from as many as 10,000 places across the country.
      Ola S1 Electric Scooter Price
      Ola S1 is based on Etergo Appscooter since Ola acquired the Dutch EV brand in May last year. Hence, most of its specs and features have been borrowed from its Dutch twin. This includes alloy wheels, a Lithium-ion battery, a digital instrument console, cloud connectivity and more.
      The digital instrument display will additionally feature Bluetooth connectivity that will allow users to pair their smartphones with the scooter. Take a look at the official Ola S1 Electric Scooter Price Teaser By CEO Bhavish Aggarwal below.
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      Now that we know that price of Ola Electric scooter ahead of its launch, lets talk about other details. Apart from these, earlier teasers had revealed that the electric scooter will offer some class-leading attributes such as 50-litre under-seat storage and app-based keyless access. It is offered in as many as nine colour options including Red, Blue, Yellow, Silver, Gold, Pink, Black, Blue, Grey and White and in three different finishes- matte, metallic and pastel.
      Specifications
      In terms of dimension, the scooter measures 1,860mm in length, 700mm in width and 1,155mm in height. It offers a saddle height of 800mm and a wheelbase of 1,345mm while it tips the weighing scales at just 74 kilos. As seen in the earlier images, the Ola e-scooter features a quirky-looking twin-beam LED headlight with an LED DRL strip around the main cluster. Since its dimensions are compact, its riding dynamics also seem fairly simple.
      Series S will be powered by a 3.6kWh battery pack which feeds energy to a 6kW electric motor that offers a top speed of 100kmph and a 0-45kmph acceleration in just 4.5 seconds. Its powertrain specs also make it eligible for all the benefits listed under the revised FAME II policy. This powertrain returns a range of 150km on a single charge.
      Ola FutureFactory
      The uni-structural body frame of the Ola e-scooter is suspended on telescopic forks at front and a horizontally-mounted shock absorber at rear. The scooter is being manufactured at the newly constructed 500-acre facility of Ola Futurefactory in Krishnagiri district of Tamil Nadu. This plant will have an annual production capacity of 2 million units in the first phase. More

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      New Hero MotoCorp Electric Scooter Officially Teased – Bajaj Chetak Rival

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      Hero MotoCorp electric scooterDuring the event, it was confirmed that Hero MotoCorp is currently working on a number of electric vehicles
      There have been a lot of conjectures regarding the development of electric two-wheelers from Hero MotorCorp. Right from its launch timeline to its prospective range of products, everything has been ambiguous up until now. The company hasn’t even decided on a brand name for its dedicated electric vehicle (EV) vertical as of now.
      As already revealed, it cannot use the brand ‘Hero’ for its EV lineup since this right has been held by Hero Electric, a separate EV manufacturing entity. Amidst all uncertainties, images of what is supposed to be the first electric scooter from the two-wheeler giant have gone viral on the internet.
      A pre-production prototype of the upcoming electric scooter from Hero MotoCorp has been teased during the company’s 10th anniversary celebration live stream recently. While the company refrained from divulging any specific details regarding the product, the teaser image does give us an idea of what to expect from the upcoming e-scooter. The scooter shown in the image is an uncamouflaged prototype wearing a white paint scheme.
      Styling of e-scooter
      For starters, the scooter appears to stand on 12-inch front and 10-inch rear black alloy wheels which look sporty. The rear wheel also doesn’t feature a hub-mounted motor. The scooter also misses out on double-sided swingarms as found on Gogoro electric scooters patented in India a few months ago.
      Dr Pawan Munjal, Chairman, Hero MotoCorp revealed their new electric scooter at their R&D Center in Rajasthan.
      Interestingly, as opposed to earlier notions, the upcoming electric scooter from Hero doesn’t share any major styling elements with the two-wheelers from the Taiwanese manufacturer. Therefore, it indicates that this scooter might be indigenously developed by the bikemaker. In fact, the design is very different from the electrified version of Maestro Edge whose testing prototype had been spotted on a couple of occasions earlier.
      The blacked-out embellishments on the handlebar, side and rear fenders and floorboard give the scooter a sporty appeal. Other notable design highlights include curvy bodywork, a shoot flyscreen and a lengthy split-seat. The detachable pillion seat suggests this e-scooter could also be offered for last-mile business purposes.
      More Details
      During the event, Dr. Pawan Munjal, chairman and CEO, Hero MotoCorp, said that the upcoming electric scooter will be officially revealed soon. He further went on to reveal that the company is currently working on multiple other products, including ones with the battery swapping tech from Gogoro, something that was revealed earlier this year in April. The electric scooter shown in the image above is speculated to be the one to be offered with a fast-charging option.
      Upon launch, it will rival the likes of Ola Electric, Bajaj Chetak, TVS iQube and many more. Electric scooter sales are on the rise in India, thanks to reduction in prices and increase in fuel prices. More

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      2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 Fully Undisguised – First Look Walkaround

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      New Gen Royal Enfield Classic 350. Image – MRD Vlogs
      As per the latest info, the new-gen Royal Enfield Classic 350 will make its debut on August 31, 2021
      Numerous spy shots of the new generation Royal Enfield Classic 350 have been doing the rounds on the internet in recent times which suggest its launch might be around the corner. Test mules of the retro classic motorcycle have been spotted testing on the roads for a very long time which has revealed a few details.
      The latest set of spy pics have revealed another interesting feature about the upcoming new-gen Classic 350. The particular testing prototype was spotted tolling on curved, multi-spoke, dual-tone alloy wheels. These units are different from the one spotted in Signals Edition during a TVC shoot in Rajasthan a few weeks ago.
      Design
      Getting into the details, the new-gen Classic 350 retains its modern retro-style design of the outgoing models with signature elements such as a round halogen headlamp, teardrop-shaped fuel tank with rubber grips, tiger-eyed position lights, etc. The spring under the rider’s saddle in the current Classic is not present in the new model.
      The pillion seat, as usual, is a separate unit and gets an integrated single-piece grab rail. Watch the detailed walkaround video of new gen Classic 350 below, credit to MRD Vlogs.
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      The tail section gets a round taillamp held in a redesigned housing accompanied by round turn indicators in line with the old-school design philosophy. The circular rearview mirrors are embellished in chrome in this model. The seats also get a ribbed pattern. As mentioned earlier, most of the design of Classic 350 has been retained in the new model.
      Specs & Features
      The major update will be underneath as it gets an all-new J platform also underpinning Meteor 350. The new dual-cradle frame will be suspended on 35mm telescopic forks at front with a travel of 135mm and twin gas-charged shock absorbers with five-step preload adjustability and 80mm travel at rear. Braking duties will be handled by disc brakes on both wheels assisted by a dual-channel ABS as standard.
      It will be powered by the same 349cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine that propels Meteor 350. This engine kicks out 20.2 bhp and 27 Nm of peak torque while paired with a new 5-speed gearbox. The motor is also known to produce much less vibration than its predecessor thanks to the use of a counter-balance shaft.
      The most impressive addition, though, has been the updated instrument cluster which now comes with a Tripper Navigation pod. Tripper Navigation provides turn-by-turn navigation when paired with the Royal Enfield App on the rider’s smartphone via Bluetooth. The console also features an analogue speedometer while the digital display could read out information from an odometer and fuel gauge. More

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      New Royal Enfield Classic 350 Launch Date 31st Aug – Unofficial Bookings Open

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      Image for reference. Credit – Bullet Tower.New Classic 350 will share most of its mechanicals including chassis and engine with Meteor 350
      After a long wait, new-gen Royal Enfield Classic 350 will be available at showrooms soon. It is expected that new Classic 350 will continue to delight users, just like its predecessors. Even though there have been new rivals like Honda CB350, Jawa and Benelli Imperiale 400, Classic 350 continues to lead with a comfortable margin. New-gen Classic 350 will have to take on new rivals including upcoming retro-styled products from Suzuki and Yamaha.
      New-gen Classic 350 design and features
      New Classic 350 continues with the signature retro elements such as round headlamp, tear-drop shaped fuel tank and turn indicators, and broad rear fenders. The motorcycle offers a comfortable riding stance with its mid set foot pegs and ergonomically shaped handlebar. The seats are expected to offer superior comfort. New-gen Classic 350 will be available in both single-seat and dual-seat variants.
      Updated Classic 350 will get new colour options. Based on the theme, the motorcycle could sport a blacked-out look or have chrome-heavy styling. Parts that qualify for chrome finish include the headlamp cowl, turn indicators, handlebar, front and rear suspension, rims, engine and exhaust. Exact details will vary based on the variant and colour.
      In other updates, new Classic 350 gets semi-digital instrument console. It combines an analogue speedometer and a digital display for odometer and fuel indicator. The bike has also been equipped with Tripper navigation system, which displays navigational arrows to the destination. It works when paired with the user’s smartphone via Bluetooth.
      New Gen Royal Enfield Classic 350 Launch Date 31st Aug 2021. Image – Power On Wheel
      New-gen Classic 350 engine and specs
      In terms of performance and ride quality, new Classic 350 will be far superior in comparison to its predecessor. The motorcycle utilizes an entirely new engine and J1D platform. These were first introduced with Meteor 350, which was launched in November last year. The new platform and engine will be used for upcoming new/next-gen 350cc products as well.
      The new 349cc, air-oil cooled, long stroke motor is capable of generating 20.2 bhp of max power at 6100 rpm and 27 Nm of peak torque at 4000 rpm. It is mated to a 5-speed constant mesh transmission. The engine is known for its smooth power delivery and adequate amount of bottom-end torque. With the use of a counter balance shaft, engine vibrations have been reduced significantly.
      New platform for Classic 350 comprises twin downtube spine frame integrated with telescopic forks at front and twin tube emulsion rear shock absorbers. The motorcycle is expected to get option of disc-drum (with single channel ABS) or disc brakes at both ends (with dual-channel ABS).
      Launch date of the new gen RE C350 is set for 31st Aug, 2021. Ahead of that, unofficial bookings have opened at select dealerships for a payment of Rs 10-20k – depending on the dealer. Official bookings have not opened yet. More

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      Ola Electric Scooter Launch Date 15th Aug – Specs, Delivery Dates Announcement

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      Ola Electric ScooterThe new Ola electric series s e-scooter gets detailed in 10 vibrant colour options
      Ola Electric gears up for the launch of its first electric scooter, slated to be called Series S. Bookings are open on the company’s official website at a down payment of Rs 499 which was fully refundable. Order books filled up with 1 lakh orders within a day making it the ‘most pre-booked scooter’ in the world.
      Now launch date has been announced by the CEO, and it is 15th August. On the same day, Ola will also reveal the official specs and variants. They will also reveal the delivery schedule of their electric scooter for customers who have already booked.
      Ola Electric Scooter – Variants
      The company has revealed 10 unique colour options for the Ola scooter which is the widest range offered on any two wheeler to date. Though there are no names of these colours mentioned, they will include both matte and gloss schemes in Red, Blue, Yellow, Silver, Gold, Pink, Black, Blue, Grey and White. These colours were on film for the first time in a tweet by Bhavish Aggarwal, Chairman and Group CEO, Ola, who called it “a revolution in 10 colours”.
      Ola will launch the new electric scooter S-Series in three variants which are set to be called Ola S, Ola S1 and Ola S1 Pro. It is also reported that Ola will take the direct to customer mode of delivery and completely avoid the dealership network path.
      Ola Electric Scooter Launch Date
      The Ola scooter sets itself apart in terms of a unique design and state of the art technology. It is slated to receive the biggest boot space, be capable of class leading speed and range that has yet to be matched by an electric scooter in its segment. Where features are concerned, the Ola electric scooter will receive app based keyless entry full LED lighting, a range of internet connected smart features, fast charging facilities and disc brakes
      Ola Electric is yet to reveal prices of this upcoming electric scooter which estimates put in the Rs 1 lakh segment. Official rates will however differ depending on incentives offered by various states.
      Ola Futurefactory
      The Ola electric scooter is already the recipient of many awards which includes the IHS Markit Innovation award at CES and the German Design Award. It will roll out from the company’s Ola Futurefactory being constructed over a 500 acre site in Tamil Nadu, India. This plan is set to be the largest in the world and will be the most advanced and sustainable two wheeler factory.
      Once fully operational, the plant will have the capacity of 2 million units annually in the first phase, with capacity to reach 10 million once the plant is completed by the end of 2022. In view of this massive production capacity, Ola also plans to take its electric scooter to global markets as well. When launched, the Ola electric scooter will enter a segment wherein it will compete with the Ather 450X, TVS iQube and Bajaj Chetak. More

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      2022 KTM RC 125 Specs Leak – More Power, Less Weight, 13.7 L Tank

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      2022 KTM RC 125KTM will soon launch the new-gen RC range of supersport motorcycles in India and across the world
      KTM is in the process of updating almost its entire lineup. The lineup overhaul is expected to begin with the RC range of models including RC 125, RC 200, RC 390. Recently, all three new generation models made a brief appearance at the official website of KTM but were removed soon afterwards.
      Apart from photos, official specs of the 2022 RC125 have also been leaked. Hat tip to Yadu Krishnan for sharing the same. The new-gen RC models will feature a long list of updates. The most prominent updates are centred around their design which feature some serious upgrades.
      2022 KTM RC 125
      Updated Design
      Speaking of design, all three upcoming 2022 KTM RC bikes share a lot in common as far as styling is concerned. The new-gen supersport motorcycles have made a departure from the twin-beam headlights and now feature a single-piece headlight flanked by trendy boomerang-shaped LED DRLs on both sides which double up as turn indicators. All three models receive a completely redesigned front end including larger fairings and new body panels as compared to their outgoing counterparts.
      Also, the 10-spoke alloy wheels have made way for a new 5-spoke design. KTM says that these new alloy design helps in saving 3.4 kgs of rotating unsprung mass. Other common styling elements include a muscular fuel tank, which is now larger in size at 13.7 liters.
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      However, there are some design attributes that distinguish RC 390 from RC 125 and RC 200. For instance, RC 200 continues to feature an underbelly exhaust just like the current gen. RC 125 and RC 390 get side mounted exhaust, but they are not same.
      In addition, all three models feature distinct colour options. The new RC 390 wears an orange-blue paint scheme inspired by KTM’s MotoGP race bike. RC 125 and RC 200 gets a new dual-tone white and orange colour with signature orange alloy wheels. RC 125 also gets the option of a new dual-tone black/orange scheme.
      Mechanical Updates
      All three models have also undergone structural changes which make them more similar to each other. The new-gen RC range of models features an updated chassis comprising a new bolt-on rear subframe instead of a welded-on design of current models. The weight reduction due to new frame is 1.5 kgs, compared to current RC gen.
      2022 KTM RC 125 Alloys
      Suspension duties are handled by USD forks at front and a mono-shock unit at rear embraced by an alloy swingarm. These are factory tuned to deliver better track performance. Cooling system has also been improved, thanks to larger airbox – resulting in ultra-slick throttle response.
      Engine Specs
      Engine of the motorcycles will be carried over from the current =-gen models. RC 390 will be powered by a 373cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that dishes out 44 bhp and 35 Nm of peak torque. RC 200 will be propelled by the same 199.5cc liquid-cooled mill that pushes out 25 hp and 19.2 Nm of torque.
      The entry-level RC 125 will feature a 124.7cc single-cylinder unit capable of 14.5 bhp and 12 Nm of peak torque. New specs are not yet available, but the official website leak states that the engines will deliver more power and torque. All motorcycles will be offered with a 6-speed transmission. Production of all three supersport bikes have reportedly begun at Bajaj Auto’s Chakan-based manufacturing facility. More

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      New Honda 200cc Adventure Motorcycle NX200 Based On Hornet – Is This It?

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      Honda NX200 Adventure Motorcycle Teaser?Honda Motorcycle And Scooter India has shared a new teaser today – The new motorcycle will debut on 19th August
      When it comes to surprising automotive audience about a new product launch, Honda two wheeler takes the cake. Usually OEMs upcoming product plans are well known before the actual unveil, thanks to the testing done on public roads. But that is not the case with Honda. Their products are rarely spotted before testing in India – giving no indication about what they plan to launch next.
      They surprised all with the CB350 last year. And now are getting ready to reveal yet another surprise later this month. For the same, Honda has shared a new teaser video. From what is available, it looks like the much-awaited entry-level adventure tourer from Honda India.
      Honda NX200 ADV Based On Hornet?
      Earlier this year, Honda registered the name ‘NX200‘ in India. This was reported to be the Hornet 2.0 based adventure tourer for India. Now taking a look at the teaser video shared by Honda, it does look like the ADV is based on Hornet. For one, the headlight unit is similar.
      Even the front suspension is in golden colour, as is the case with Hornet 2.0. Other noticeable updates of the new Honda 200cc adventure tourer includes knuckle guards, larger windscreen, wider handlebar, bigger fairing, engine protector, etc. Take a look at the teaser video below.
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      Powering this new adventure tourer will most likely be the same 183.4 cc single cylinder engine from Hornet 2.0. This engine delivers 17 hp and 16.1 Nm. It is mated to a 5 speed gearbox. More details are expected in the coming days.
      Honda NX200 Adventure Motorcycle ?
      Honda Increasing Focus On Larger cc Motorcycles
      In the Indian motorcycle market, the 200-400cc segment is quite active and interesting since it essentially acts as a bridge between a conventional commuter and an entry-level sports motorcycle. With the likes of Bajaj, KTM, Hero MotoCorp, TVS, Royal Enfield etc., ruling the said segment, Honda Motorcycle India was often pointed as the one that’s missing out.
      Even though Honda Motorcycle India sells most of its premium motorcycles from its global portfolio via exclusive Honda Wing World outlets, the company’s primary focus for the wider market is commuter motorcycles and scooters. The Honda CBR250R was an exception, but the faired sports bike was a decade old and was discontinued back in 2020.
      With the Hornet 2.0, Honda renewed their stance in the 200cc segment. With the CB350, Honda entered the 350cc segment. Now these two engine platforms are expected to deliver a wider range of motorcycles in the future. More

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      New KTM RC125, RC200 Detailed Before Launch – Orange, White, Black Colours

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      2022 KTM RC125 and RC200KTM is all set to upgrade their RC lineup to new generation – Ahead of official debut, the photos of new gen RC125, RC200 and RC390 have leaked online
      New generation KTM RC390 got leaked yesterday. Now, the remaining two motorcycles in the RC range – RC125 and RC200 have also leaked. Once again, credit to Yadu Krishnan.
      All three RC motorcycles are expected to make debut this month. Unofficial bookings have already opened at select dealers. Apart from new design and colours, the new gen KTM RC range is expected to offer better riding performance.
      Refreshed Chassis, Redesigned Headlamp
      2022 KTM RC125 and RC200 will sit on a new chassis with a bolt on sub-frame. These will receive larger fairings and new body panels as compared to their outgoing counterparts. The two bikes will also see feature changes in the form of re-designed headlamp, new alloy wheels and a taller windscreen along with stepped up seating and muscular fuel tanks.
      While the RC125, RC200 gets a halogen headlamp and LED tail lamp, the RC390 is set apart with full LED lighting at the front and rear. As per the leaked photos, the RC200 gets digital instrument cluster, as seen in the new RC390. It is not clear if the RC125 also gets the same. Another question to ask is will India-spec RC range get the same, or not.
      New KTM RC200
      Other notable change is lower set handlebars, which offer the rider a more relaxed position while riding. Foot pegs are also rearranged for a more ergonomic riding triangle. 2022 RC125 colour options include Black with Orange highlight and White with Orange highlight. 2022 RC200 colours include White / Orange and Black / Orange. The Blue / Orange shade seems to be limited to the RC390 only.
      2022 KTM RC125 gets side mounted exhaust while RC200 is seen with under-belly exhaust. Safety of the riders are also enhanced with the 2021 KTM RC125 and RC200 receiving disc brakes on front and rear wheels. It also gets dual channel ABS for better braking performance. The bikes will see suspension duties handled by inverted forks in the front and mono-shock unit at the rear.
      BS6 Compliant Engine Lineup
      The new 2022 KTM RC200 will be powered by the same engine as current RC200. This will include a 199.5cc, single cylinder, liquid cooled engine offering 24.6 hp power and 19.2 Nm torque. RC125 gets 124.7cc single cylinder unit generating 14.5 hp and 12 Nm torque. The RC390 will receive a 373.3cc, single cylinder engine generating 43 hp power and 36 Nm torque. Transmission on all three is via 6 speed gearbox.
      KTM RC125 is currently priced at 1.8 lakh, ex-sh. RC200 costs 2.08 lakh and RC390 costs 2.77 lakh. All prices are ex-sh. With the new generation update, expect the introductory prices of KTM RC series to be in the similar range. But they will soon be increased in the coming months post launch. All 3 will be manufactured at Bajaj Auto’s production facility in Chakan, near Pune. More