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    2024 Triumph Scrambler 1200 X Launch Price Rs 11.83 L – 90PS, 110Nm, Full Specs

    Triumph Scrambler 1200 XWhen compared to XC and XE variants, Triumph Scrambler 1200 X is lighter on the pocket and offers a friendlier seating positionIconic British motorcycle manufacturer, Triumph, has listed a new motorcycle on its website. No. It is not yet time for the brand to launch Thruxton 440, which officially brake covers by the end of 2024. Instead, Triumph Scrambler 1200X has been launched in India. This sits above Scrambler 900 in the company’s lineup.Triumph Scrambler 1200 X Costs Rs. 11.83 LakhScrambler lineup from Triumph is one of the most popular. Sure, there are Tigers and the newly unveiled Daytona. But Triumph Scrambler is a popular choice among enthusiasts and the company had even launched special editions of Scrambler 1200 like “Bond Edition” launched in 2020 with a production run of 250 units.Triumph Scrambler 1200 X AccessorisedHowever, In India, 2024 has witnessed a new entrant to company’s scrambler lineup in the form of Scrambler 1200 X. It costs Rs. 11.83 lakh (ex-sh) and it is basically an affordable version of more equipped variants like Scrambler 1200 XC and Scrambler 1200 XE. For intended buyers, Scrambler 1200 X is also the friendliest variant too.We say this because X packs a seat height of just 820 mm, which is much lower when compared to XC variant. Shorter riders can choose a short-seat accessory that will bring seat height to 795 mm. Speaking of, there are over 70 official accessories compatible with Scrambler 1200 X, if you want an accessory frenzy.Triumph Scrambler 1200 X Seat HeightWe mentioned affordability factor as well, with Triumph Scrambler 1200 X. Triumph has achieved this by bundling less sophisticated componentry with X, when compared to more kitted-out XC and XE variants. We’re talking about non-adjustable front and rear suspension with X, along with less sophisticated braking hardware.2024 Triumph Scrambler 1200 X Full SpecsPowertrain, specs and hardwareOnly rear suspension gets preload adjustability. Braking hardware on Scrambler 1200 X is from Nissin and not Brembo M50s seen with other variants. Powertrain-wise, Triumph has not made any significant changes, except for a slight re-tune. 88.7 bhp and 110 Nm are the same as before, but peak power is now accessible at lower revs and peak torque is pushed higher up the revs.No other changes are seen with this 1,200cc parallel twin liquid cooled engine, which is mated to a 6-speed transmission. Off-road worthy highlights include 21-inch front and 18-inch rear wire-spoke wheels, knobby A/T tubeless tyres, long travel suspension and up-swept double barrel exhaust in iconic Triumph Scrambler design.Triumph Scrambler 1200 X ExhaustKerb weight of Triumph Scrambler 1200 X is 228 kg with a 15L fuel tank. There is a round instrument cluster and Triumph also sells an optional Bluetooth module with navigation support. X gets traction control and dual-channel ABS. There are five riding modes on offer too – Rain, Road, Sport, Off-road and Rider configurable. More

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    Autologue Custom Bolt-On Kits For KTM RC & Triumph 400 Launched

    Autologue Custom Bolt-On KitsBoth the Autologue Custom bolt-on kits for KTM RC and Triumph 400 promise to offer unique styling over their stock counterpartsMotorcycling is not just about buying one and riding it stock. Many motorcyclists tend to modify their vehicles to meet individual tastes and styles. This is how vanilla motorcycles gets custom flavours. Autologue Design understands this demographic and offers custom bolt-on kits. Most recent additions are RCX2 SE and Hack 400.Autologue Custom Bolt-On Kits – RCX2 SEThe letters RC in the RCX2 SE should be a giveaway to which motorcycle Autologue is targeting. As per Autologue, RCX2 SE is compatible with KTM’s RC models spawned between the period of 2014 and 2020. The aftermarket kit seller mentions that RCX2 SE is compatible with RC 200 and RC 390 only.We don’t see why it wouldn’t be compatible with RC 125. But confirming compatibility with RC 125 before purchase is recommended. RCX2 SE kit is offered as a two part combination. One part includes its side fairings and second part adorns its engine and underbelly. The picture of the RCX2 SE kit shows both side fairings and belly parts installed.We can see how much fuller Autologue RCX2 SE looks when compared to standard vehicle. I particularly liked how belly part engulfs bike’s engine clutch cover and oil level, instead of covering it. Pricing for both side fairings and belly kit is Rs. 12,799 for a choice of 5 colours – Matt Black, Matt Grey, Gloss Black, Gloss White and Orange.RCX2 SE Kit By AutologueIf you want them unpainted, the price is Rs. 9,599. Only side fairings cost Rs. 5,760 unpainted and Rs. 7,680 painted, while belly part cost Rs. 4,480 unpainted and Rs. 5,750 painted. Autologue claims RCX2 SE kit offers better aerodynamics and is 15% lighter than stock parts.Hack 400 : Hedgehog Autologue Cafe KitThe new Triumph Speed 400 is a neo-retro motorcycle and there is a Scrambler version of it launched already, which is Scrambler 400X. Triumph is spawning a third vehicle based on this platform – Thruxton 400, which is a semi-faired Cafe Racer machine. Autologue is going for a similar appearance too.Called Hack 400 – Hedgehog Autologue Cafe Racer kit, it includes a fairing/front cowl, fairing windscreen (clear or smoked), relocation brackets in MS, steering stopper clamps, nuts and bolts for fitment. There are four colours – Storm Grey, Phantom Black, Caspian Blue and Carnival Red. There is no unpainted option with Hack 400.Hack 400 Kit by AutologueThis base kit costs Rs. 20,478 for all the colours. However, buyers can spec it up with add-ons too. These add-ons include front indicators and Clubman handlebar. If buyers crave for base kit and choose Clubman handlebar, it costs Rs. 23,477 and choosing base kit with front indicators costs Rs. 21,428.If a buyer chooses both front indicator and Clubman handlebar add-ons with base kit, the total price turns out to be Rs. 24,427. Autologue has announced that these prices mentioned are for pre-orders only, applicable to first 26 buyers. Prices are prone to change after the 26 pre-orders.Hack 400 Kit by Autologue Profile More

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    Triumph Daytona 660 Revealed – More Oomph Than Trident, Tiger Sport

    Triumph Daytona 660 RevealedUpon launch, Triumph Daytona 660 will take on rivals such as Kawasaki Ninja 650, Honda CBR650R and upcoming Yamaha R7Triumph has started the new year with Daytona 660. The fully-faired bike was spotted multiple times on road tests at overseas locations. Now it has been officially revealed.Triumph Daytona 660 RevealedTriumph Daytona 660 will be looking to bring back the excitement and allure, associated with the earlier Daytona model 675R. It was a powerful bike, producing 128 bhp of max power. However, it was discontinued in 2017 due to low demand and stricter emission norms.Triumph Daytona 660Daytona 660 comes with a dominating street presence with split headlamps and an aggressive front fascia. The bike has layered fairing, which is aesthetically pleasing and also supports functional needs such as handling and engine cooling. There are a few semblances with Honda CBR650R, especially with side profile.Some of the key highlights include a large windscreen, front-cowl-mounted sporty rear-view mirrors, sculpted fuel tank, sporty graphics and decals, split seat design and underbelly exhaust. Some exciting colour options will be available. Users can expect a comfortable riding stance, suitable for urban streets.Triumph Daytona 660Triumph Daytona 660 specs, performanceTriumph Daytona 660 is built on the same platform as Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660. Powering the bike will be a 660cc, liquid-cooled, inline 3-cylinder engine that generates 95 bhp of max power and very nice 69 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Performance metrics are the highest when compared to other 660cc bikes from Triumph.Daytona 660 is primed to deliver the most exhilarating performance. This is in line with Daytona’s sporty character. Hi-tech equipment onboard Daytona 660 may include traction control, riding modes and a bi-directional quick shifter. As compared to Tiger Sport 660 which has riding modes of Road and Rain, Daytona 660 could get an additional race-focused riding mode.Much of the hardware is borrowed from other 660c bikes from Triumph. Suspension system boasts Showa 41 mm USD forks at front and Showa mono-shock with preload adjustment at rear. Braking setup onboard Trident 660 comprises twin 310 mm floating discs at front and a single 220 mm disc at rear. Dual-channel ABS will be standard.Triumph Daytona 660Triumph Daytona 660 priceTriumph Daytona 660 has a colour TFT multifunction instrument console. A range of features is present such as a smartphone connectivity, navigation and maybe tyre pressure monitoring system as an accessory. 17-inch wheels are standard and wrapped with 120/70 front and 180/55 rear tyres.As far as pricing is concerned, Triumph Daytona 660 maybe priced around Rs. 9 lakh to Rs. 9.5 lakh (ex-sh). For reference, Trident 660 is available at a starting price of Rs 8.12 lakh. In comparison, Tiger Sport 660 is priced at Rs 9.34 lakh. Daytona 660 prices will be closer to that of Tiger Sport 660. With its premium pricing, Daytona 660 will cater to a niche customer base. More

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    Himalayan 450, Speed 400 Introductory Offers End – New Prices Jan 2024

    New Himalayan. Image – Shah Royal EnfieldGrowing competition in sub-500cc motorcycle segment has prompted OEMs to follow an affordable pricing strategy that benefits end usersWhile Royal Enfield continues to dominate the sub-500cc motorcycle segment, it is being challenged by leading brands such as Triumph and Harley-Davidson. Hero MotoCorp is also expected to enter this space soon. Some of the recent launches in this segment include Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 and Triumph Speed 400. Prices of both these bikes have been increased, with effect from 1st January.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 prices hiked by up to Rs 16,000Royal Enfield had launched the new Himalayan 450 in November at the 2023 Motoverse event in Goa. The base variant, Kaza Brown, was launched at a starting price of Rs 2.69 lakh. The Slate Himalayan Salt and the Slate Poppy Blue were priced at Rs 2.74 lakh. The Kamet White was priced at Rs 2.79 lakh, whereas the top-spec Hanle Black model was launched at Rs 2.84 lakh.Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 New Prices – Jan 2024At the time of launch, Royal Enfield had stated that the introductory prices will be valid till December 2023. With the new year, prices of Himalayan 450 have been increased. The biggest price hike is Rs 16k for the base-spec Kaza Brown colour option. It is now available at a starting price of Rs 2.85 lakh. The Slate Himalayan Salt and Slate Poppy Blue have become costlier by Rs 15k. They are priced at Rs 2.89 lakh.Prices of Kamet White and Hanle Black have been increased by Rs 14,000. These are now available at a starting price of Rs 2.93 lakh and Rs 2.98 lakh, respectively. With the increased prices, Himalayan 450 has become costlier than KTM 390 Adventure X by around Rs 4,000. But it is still cheaper than the 390 Adventure that costs Rs 3.39 lakh. The 390 Adventure X is essentially a trimmed down version of the standard 390 Adventure. It misses out on features such as TFT console and Bluetooth. The X variant has MRF tyres instead of Metzeler Tourance tyres.Himalayan 450 packs in a comprehensive range of features. It includes TFT instrument console, USD front forks, ride modes, switchable rear ABS, dual-channel ABS and slipper and assist clutch. Powering the bike is a 452-cc liquid-cooled DOHC fuel-injected engine that generates 40 PS of max power and 40.02 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox.Triumph Speed 400 price hiked by Rs 10,000To ensure the best outcomes, Triumph Speed 400 was launched at an attractive price of Rs 2.23 lakh. The strategy has worked, as is evident with the booming sales of Speed 400. At the time of launch, Triumph had stated that the introductory prices will be valid for the first 10,000 customers. Later, it was decided that the introductory offer price will be extended till 31st December.Triumph Speed 400 PriceWith the new year, Triumph is finally ending the initial offer price. As a result, Speed 400 is now available at a starting price of Rs 2.33 lakh. Even at this price, Triumph Speed 400 is one of the best VFM bikes in the sub-500cc segment. Powering the bike is a 398cc, liquid-cooled, single cylinder engine that generates 40 PS and 37.5 Nm. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. More

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    Triumph Speed 400 Swingarm Breaks – Owner Shares Details

    Triumph Speed 400 Swingarm BreaksThe 4 days old Triumph Speed 400 swingarm breaks within 560km reading on odometer while riding on smooth tarmac returning from Solang to ManaliTriumph India is on the verge of expanding its global presence by launching affordable single-cylinder motorcycles in partnership with Bajaj. Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X are the first launches with Thruxton 400 in the pipeline. In a rather shocking turn of events, a 4 days old Triumph Speed 400 has had its swingarm broken in two.4 Days Old Triumph Speed 400 Swingarm Breaks In TwoEsteemed motoring journalist Jeremy Clarkson once introduced an old Toyota Corolla hatchback as the world’s fastest car. Sure, it only had a 1.8L petrol engine and no modifications at all. Reason was, it being a rental vehicle. He further elaborated that said rental car had 140 bhp from the moment he started the engine till the moment he crashed it.Triumph Speed 400 Swingarm BreaksWe mention this reference because the 4 days old Triumph Speed 400 with a broken swingarm is a rental vehicle too and this particular incident seems to have happened in the hands of a client. Owner of said Speed 400 is Abhinav Sood, who runs a motorcycle rental business over the past 10 years with over 130 motorcycles in possession.Of these 130, 8 motorcycles are from Triumph and only one of them has had swingarm breaking issue. Abhinav Sood explained on their Facebook post that motorcycle in question had clocked just 560 km on the odometer in 4 days of ownership. This is normal mileage for a rental vehicle.Triumph Speed 400 Swingarm BreaksHe further explained that this incident happened on a smooth tarmac while returning to Manali from Solang and was not an off-road situation. Mr Sood further claims that the motorcycle was not abused at all and there is nothing that hit this swingarm to break it. He did mention a sliding situation where this motorcycle seems to have fallen and caused this.Spare parts availability of Triumph 400s is very difficultOwner Abhinav Sood raised concerns for safety of his clients who often go to challenging spots in Himalayas like Zanskar, Sach Pass and Ladakh. Many of his clients usually carry luggage and even camping equipment and the swingarm breaking issue puts him in a difficult position to rent out Triumphs.Triumph uses the same cast-aluminium swingarm on Scrambler 400X as well, which is designed to take on beaten paths. There must have been robust engineering on this swingarm to test Scrambler 400X’s hypothetical jumps and landings along with sustainability in harsh terrain where Scrambler 400X is advertised to go.Triumph Speed 400 Swingarm BreaksSocial media users of the said group where this post has been shared, comments section suggest that Bajaj and Triumph should acquire this particular unit from Abinav Sood running BRM Expeditions and perform rigorous testing. One user claims that this would determine if this swingarm needs re-engineering with material choice or metallurgical process. Also, owner Abhinav Sood raised serious concerns regarding lack of availability of spare parts for this brand-new product. Supporting vehicle owners with spare parts is crucial to retain the trust of said owners.Source More

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    Triumph Daytona 660 Teased Officially – India Launch Likely?

    Triumph Daytona 660 teasedAs opposed to Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 with 81 bhp and 64 Nm, Triumph Daytona 660 teased may pack a different tune to suit super-sport characterThe British brand’s iconic 3-cylinder fully-faired super sports is getting a reboot for 2024. The Daytona nameplate holds a significant recall among enthusiasts. The same resonates here in India too, owing to popularity of the last Daytona model, 675 R. Triumph has teased the new Daytona and has a good chance of making it to Indian shores as well.Triumph Daytona 660 Teased OfficiallyThis is the first time Triumph is officially teasing its newest super sport machine. The company took to social media platforms to drop three images revealing the fascia of its new Daytona, 660 lettering seen on its engine cowl that indicates displacement number and the debut date. Speaking of, Triumph Daytona 660 will break covers on 9th January, 2024.The British motorcycle company has been testing its Daytona 660 abroad and there have been multiple test mule sightings. These test mules were close to production-spec model and revealed quite a bit of design information which should paint quite a picture as to what we can expect from this new motorcycle.For starters, there is a handsome new fairing that is not only sleek but pretty. There is a twin-pod LED headlight grabbing a lot of attention. These look like eyes of a predator, waiting to pounce on its prey. The layered fairing has multiple open sections for aerodynamic purposes that add to handling characteristics, engine’s cooling and heat dissipation.Triumph Daytona 660Triumph Daytona 660 teased, shares its powertrain with other 660s in Triumph’s lineup. These include Tiger Sport 660 and Trident 660. However, owing to Daytona’s sporty personality, Triumph might tune this 3-cylinder engine to offer more performance and a different character. We expect Daytona 660 to be the most powerful version of this platform.Powertrain, specs and componentryCurrent setup on Trident 660 yields 81 bhp of peak power and 64 Nm of peak torque. Riding modes, traction control and a bi-directional quick-shifter are likely to be standard fitment. Just like its powertrain, Daytona 660 may share its main frame, underbelly exhaust, and swingarm with other components with other 660s currently on sale.Test mules spotted earlier this year show a slightly different subframe than Trident 660. There is a split seat setup and looks accommodating for both rider and pillion. Tail light is identical to Trident 660. Other identical elements include USD telescopic front forks, alloy wheels with Michelin Road 5 tyres, circular fully digital instrument clusters, switchgear and more.Daytona 660 Fairing designBraking hardware seems to be different on Daytona 660 as opposed to Trident 660’s Nissin calipers. The whole braking orientation has been changed to radial setup from axial setup on Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660. If launched in India, it will take on the likes of Kawasaki Ninja 650 and Honda CBR650R. In pricing, it might clash with recently launched Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R as well. More

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    Triumph Speed 400 Rs. 10,000 Inaugural Offer Ends On 31st Dec – Details Here

    Triumph Speed 400 PriceThe new Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X are Triumph’s most affordable 400cc bikes with affordable prices to tickle the fancy of enthusiastsBajaj and Triumph have unveiled the first two bikes being brought out under their strategic partnership which was announced in 2020. The Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X have been launched in India some time ago. Come 31st December 2023, Triumph’s inaugural offer of Rs. 10,000 will be no more leading to an ex-sh price of Rs. 2.33 lakh.Triumph Speed 400, Scrambler 400 X Styling CuesBeing the most affordable offering from Triumph, Speed 400 takes unlocks a new horizon for the brand where sales are concerned. The inaugural offer of Rs. 10,000 on the ex-sh pricing definitely helped in that regard significantly. Something that will cease to exist with the beginning of year 2024. Currently, Triumph’s 400 range is the best-selling 300cc to 500cc segment after RE 350s.Conceived and designed in Hinckley, UK, the two Triumph bikes, co-developed by Bajaj Auto Limited, are made in India at the Bajaj Auto plant in Chakan. Triumph Speed 400 borrows its styling from Speed Twin 900 while the Scrambler 400X takes on some designs from the Scrambler 900.Both the bikes receive individual colour options with the Triumph Speed 400 being offered in Carnival Red, Caspian Blue and Phantom Black Scrambler 400X gets Khaki Green, Carnival Red and Phantom Black colour options. The two bikes are set apart in terms of dimensions with the wheelbase of Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X standing at 1,377mm and 1,418mm respectively.Triumph Speed 400Seat heights also differ with Speed 400 at 790mm and Scrambler 400X at 835mm while overall kerb weight of the Speed and Scrambler are at 179 km and 188 kgs respectively. Differences also lie in their wheel sizes as the Speed 400 receives 17-inch alloy wheels with Metzeler Sportec M9RR rubber and Scrambler 400X sports a 19-inch alloy wheel in front and 17-inch at the rear with Metzeler Karoo Street tyres.Specs, powertrains and pricesBoth Triumph bikes will share features such as round round-shaped headlamp, blacked-out engine with silver accents, a USB-C charging port and a contrasting fuel tank. The digital analogue instrument cluster will show off data such as fuel, gear indicator and twin odometers. Difference lie in its seat with the Speed 400 receiving a single seat while Scrambler 400X gets split seats.Both the bikes share the same engine. This 398cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled DOHC 4V engine offers 40 hp power at 8,000 rpm and 37.5 Nm torque at 6,500 rpm mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Both bikes also receive the same suspension with 43mm piston USD telescopic forks and a mono-shock rear setup.Triumph Speed 400 PriceWhile the Scrambler gets more suspension travel at 150mm at both ends as compared to the Speed 400 which offers 150mm in front and 130mm at the rear. Braking also varies with the Speed getting a 300mm front disc as against 320mm front disc seen on the Scrambler because the latter is heavier in weight.Switchable traction control, ride-by-wire, dual channel ABS, an immobilizer and an assist clutch are common to both bikes. Triumph Speed 400 primarily rivals KTM 390 Duke and Honda CB300R along with TVS Apache RTR 310, BMW G 310 R, Honda CB350 RS, Royal Enfield Classic 350 and more. More

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    Triumph Thruxton 400 Render Based On Latest Spy Shots – New Colours

    New Triumph Thruxton 400 RenderJust like the other two Triumph 400s, Thruxton 400 will also be manufactured in India by Bajaj AutoTriumph has received a good response to its single-cylinder bikes, Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X. They have already entered the top 5 list of bestselling 300cc to 500cc motorcycles in the country. The bikes have also been introduced across global markets such as Malaysia, Philippines, Japan and the United Kingdom. To woo an even larger segment of enthusiasts, Triumph is working on a cafe racer version based on the 400cc platform.Triumph Thruxton 400 – Key featuresFor folks who prefer the cafe racer look, Triumph currently sells the Thruxton 1200. Now that the 400cc platform has gotten off to a great start, it makes sense to launch a smaller capacity, affordably-priced Thruxton. The test mule reveals that the hardware is taken from Speed 400, whereas the outer form is inspired from Thruxton 1200. Based on the spy shots, Pratyush Rout has created a digital render of the upcoming Triumph Thruxton 400.New Triumph Thruxton 400 RenderThere are quite a few similarities such as the round LED headlight, bar-end mirrors and teardrop shaped fuel tank. The upswept exhaust, single-piece seat and 17-inch alloys are the same as that of Speed 400.Talking about unique features of Thruxton 400, the bike gets a cafe racer front cowl. It helps achieve a clear distinction with the Speed 400 and Scrambler 400X. The cowl fairing extends from the headlight to the bottom of the fuel tank. A decent sized windscreen is mounted in between the two panels. However, the larger capacity Thruxton 1200 does not have this front cowl.New Triumph Thruxton 400 RenderRiding ergonomics are another differentiating factor for Triumph Thruxton 400. The bike has rear set foot pegs and low-set handlebar, which necessitate a committed riding stance. Front LED indicators have been shifted downwards slightly to accommodate the front fairing. Some tweaks are also noticeable for the LED tail lamp and pillion grab rail. The test mule spotted overseas was wearing Pirelli Rosso 3 rubber. This is the same as that of Speed 400 meant for export markets. In India, Thruxton 400 is likely to get locally sourced Apollo or MRF tyres.New Triumph Thruxton 400 RenderTriumph Thruxton 400 specs, performanceMost of the hardware specs will be the same as Speed 400. A 398.15 cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, DOHC engine delivers 40 PS of max power and 37.5 Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. Thruxton 400 will be using the tubular steel frame with bolt-on rear subframe, integrated with 43mm USD front forks and gas monoshock RSU at rear. While the Speed 400 has the USD forks in golden finish, the test mule was spotted with black coloured USD forks.Braking setup will have 300 mm and 230 mm discs at front and rear, respectively. Dual-channel ABS will be standard. The bike will have an analogue speedometer with integrated multi-function LCD screen.As the changes are mostly cosmetic, it shouldn’t take much time to launch Thruxton 400. The bike is likely to be launched in overseas markets first, before being introduced in India. First or second quarter of CY2024 are plausible timeframes for launch of Thruxton 400. More