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Bajaj Registers Highest-Ever Monthly Sales In September 2018; Grows By 17 Per Cent

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Bajaj Auto today released its monthly sales numbers for September 2018, and the Pune-based two-wheeler manufacturer has registered a good 17 per cent growth. Claimed to be its highest-ever monthly sales performance, the company sold 4,30,939 motorcycles last month, against the 3,69,678 units sold in September 2017. The company's domestic sales also saw a double-digit growth of 10 per cent, selling 2,73,029 units, compared to the 2,47,418 motorcycles that were sold during the same month last year. Bajaj 's exports saw the highest growth of 29 per cent, with 1,57,910 motorcycles in September 2018, against the 1,22,260 units that were exported in September 2017. Both domestic sales and exports were also at their monthly high. Also Read: Bajaj Auto August 2018 Sales Performance Bajaj commercial vehicle sales saw a cumulative growth of 20 per cent As for commercial vehicles, the company registered a cumulative growth of 20 per cent with 71,070 being sold last month, compared t

2019 Yamaha YZF-R3 Patent Images Leaked

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The Yamaha YZF-R3 and the R25 have been around globally for a while now and come next year, the motorcycles will receive their first comprehensive upgrade. While we've seen the 2019 Yamaha R3 test mules being spied time and again in Indonesia, patent images of the model have now made their way online providing a good look at the upcoming offering. The 2019 Yamaha YZF-R3 will get massive upgrades not just to the design but the hardware as well and could boast of more power too. Details though are under wraps from the company. (The 2019. Yamaha R3 could debut at the EICMA motorcycle show in November this year) The leaked patent images showcase the new design language on the 2019 Yamaha R3 that has gone for a sharper look, much in-line with the YZF-R6 and the recently launch R15 V3.0. The front has been completely redesigned and now sports the sleeker looking LED headlights that are divided by the air intake. The fairing also gets a slender appearance over the outgoing version a

2019 Triumph Street Twin And Street Scrambler Teased

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Triumph Motorcycles will have a busy month in October 2018. Up first is the unveiling of the 2019 models of the Street Twin and the Street Scrambler at the Intermot Motorcycle Show in Germany. These won't be new-generation models but instead facelifts of sorts with updates to looks, features and possibly the engine too. The Street Twin first made its debut in 2016 while the Street Scrambler followed a year later. The Street Scrambler could be called as an off-road biased version of the Street Twin and is inspired from the Triumph TR6C Trophy motorcycle, which was ridden by motorcycle acting legend Steve McQueen in 'The Great Escape'. (The updated Triumph Street Twin will be unveiled on 2 October, 2018) Also Read: Triumph Scrambler 1200 Teased Again Triumph has released teaser videos for both motorcycles. While the exact details are not out yet, expect the Street Twin to get a bump in engine specifications along with a new LED headlamp and new features. Currently, t

MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR Pirelli Revealed

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Feast your eyes on the new MV Agusta Dragster 800 RR Pirelli! Built in collaboration between MV Agusta and Pirelli, the Dragster 800 RR Pirelli is a limited edition model which was recently unveiled at the inauguration of the P Zero World at Monte Carlo. Typically a streetfighter in design, the Pirelli Dragster is everything that invokes motorcycling emotion in the hearts of the coldest non-motorcycle enthusiasts. The Pirelli Dragster will be manufactured in limited numbers and will have two striking colour combinations which are yellow/black and white/blue. (Mechanically, there are no changes to the Dragster 800 RR Pirelli) The seat of the motorcycle was created at the Castiglioni Research Centre and is exclusive to the Pirelli Dragster. It has double contrast stitching along with the flash sign of the 'Diablo' range. Also, the exhaust silencers get special ceramic based paint which is resistant to high temperatures. One can also purchase the Pirelli Dragster with coloure

Suzuki Intruder Special Edition Model Launched; Prices Start At Rs. 1 Lakh

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Suzuki Motorcycle India has announced the launch of a new special edition model of its popular 155 cc cruiser motorcycle, the Suzuki Intruder . Available in both carburetted and fuel-injected formats, the special edition models have been named the Suzuki Intruder SP and Intruder FI SP , similar to the Gixxer series. The bikes have been introduced for the festive season, and are priced at Rs. 1.0 lakh and Rs. 1.07 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) respectively. The new special edition Suzuki Intruder also gets a new Matte Black colour option, along with Candy Sanoma Red accent. Commenting on the launch of the special variant, Satoshi Uchida - Managing Director, Suzuki Motorcycle India , said, "We are happy to introduce the Special Edition ahead of the festive season which will lure the cruiser customers. With its head-turning design, luxurious appeal and sporty looks, Suzuki Intruder and Intruder FI variants are an apt fit for the people who want to stand out from the crowd. It's for

Royal Enfield 650 Twins: Top Questions Answered

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In a way, the Royal Enfield 650 Twins are the real modern classics in the true sense, and the most powerful motorcycles from Royal Enfield on sale. Both the Interceptor 650 and the Continental GT 650 share the same engine, chassis, 18-inch wheels and brakes, but each bike offers a different flavour in character and personality. Royal Enfield has really upped the game and the brand new 650 Twins are comparable to the best modern classics available on offer, although there is no liquid-cooling, ride-by-wire or fancy electronics. But there's standard dual-channel ABS and the lack of electronic wizardry means these bikes will be priced attractively. Here's a look at all the questions you may have about the Royal Enfield Twins and their answers. (The Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 shares the same 649 cc parallel-twin engine with the Continental GT 650) What is the engine like? The Royal Enfield 650 Twins are based on a brand-new 649 cc, air/oil cooled, parallel-twin engine w

2018 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Launched In Sri Lanka

TVS Motor Company today announced the launch of its 160 cc naked street bike, the 2018 Apache RTR 160 4V, in Sri Lanka. The bike has been launched priced at LKR 379,900 (ex-showroom, Colombo), which is almost around Rs. 1.63 lakh as per current exchange rates. from NDTV CarAndBike - Reviews

2018 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Launched In Sri Lanka

TVS Motor Company today announced the launch of its 160 cc naked street bike, the 2018 Apache RTR 160 4V, in Sri Lanka. The bike has been launched priced at LKR 379,900 (ex-showroom, Colombo), which is almost around Rs. 1.63 lakh as per current exchange rates. The Apache RTR 160 4V will be offered in the same existing colour options, namely, Racing Red, Knight Black, and Metallic Blue, with the chequered pattern graphics. The Apache was launched in India early this year, in March 2018 , and Sri Lanka is one of the first export markets to get the new 160 cc bike. Also Read: 2018 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V First Ride Review Talking about the launch of the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V in Sri Lanka, R. Dilip, Senior Vice President - International Business, TVS Motor Company, said, "The new TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is an exciting addition to the TVS Apache RTR series. It is the most powerful 160 cc motorcycle in Sri Lanka and embodies the latest racing technology with best-in-class performance. W

Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 And Continental GT 650: Price Expectation

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Royal Enfield has launched the Interceptor 650 and the Continental GT 650 in USA. The prices for the Interceptor 650 start at $ 5,799 or about Rs. 4.2 lakh while the Continental GT 650 prices start at $5,999 or about Rs. 4.36 lakh. Both motorcycles will be available in three variants, which are standard, custom and chrome. We expect all variants of the motorcycles to be launched in India and we are kind of looking forward to ride the 'Chrome' variant especially. The good news is that Royal Enfield will be launching the 650 Twins in India before the end of 2018 and here how we expect them to be priced. (It is immediately evident that a lot of effort has gone in making the Interceptor 650) Also Read: Royal Enfield 650 Twins Launched In USA Royal Enfield 650 Twins Prices In USA Royal Enfield 650 Variants Interceptor 650 Continental GT 650 Standard $5,799 $5,999 Custom $5,999 $6,429 Chrome $6,499 $6,749 We expect the prices of the 650 Twins to st

Hero MotoCorp To Hike Prices From October

Hero MotoCorp has announced that it will be increasing the price of its models in India from next month. Effective from October 3, 2018, prices of all Hero motorcycles and scooters will be hiked by up to Rs. 900, however, Hero says that the exact quantum of the increase will vary, based on the model and the specific market. Talking about the reason for the price hike, Hero MotoCorp said that 'the revision has been necessitated by the increasing commodity costs and currency depreciation.' This is not the first time that Hero MotoCorp has announced a price hike for its motorcycles and scooters this year. Earlier in April 2018 , the two-wheeler manufactures announced an upward revision in prices of its products by up to Rs. 625, in a regulatory filing. Back then, the two-wheeler maker has stated that prices have been hiked to partially offset the rising input costs, including the price of commodities. Hero MotoCorp currently offers a wide range of two-wheelers in India ranging

Royal Enfield Interceptor And Continental GT 650 Prices Announced For The US

We finally rode the much awaited Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 and the Interceptor 650 , but what's equally awaited is the pricing on both these motorcycles. Marking the global launch of the 650 Twins, Royal Enfield has announced prices of the new motorcycles for the US market with the MSRP (max selling retail price) for the Interceptor starting at $5799 (about Rs. 4.21 lakh), while that in the Continental GT 650 starts at $5999 (about Rs. 4.36 lakh). Prices vary in the US depending on the colour scheme and can go as high as $6749 (about Rs. 4.90 lakh) for the chrome edition. Also Read: Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 Review Now those are attractive prices even by US standards, but what makes this interesting is that the Indian prices can be expected to be extremely competitive. The introductory pricing, as it is likely to be at the time of launch could start a shade below Rs. 3 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Royal Enfield Interceptor and Continental GT 650 when it goes on sale in

Ducati 959 Panigale Corse Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 15.20 Lakh

Bringing a special edition version this festive season, Ducati India has introduced the 959 Panigale Corse in the country priced at Rs. 15.20 lakh (ex-showroom). The special edition Ducati 959 Panigale Corse gets a dedicated livery inspired by the Ducati Corse MotoGP colours that graces the Desmosedici GP 18 bikes ridden by Andrea Dovizioso and Jorge Lorenzo. The special edition version also comes with contrast finished black wheels to complement the new paint scheme. Bookings for the Ducati 959 Panigale Corse open today and is about Rs. 67,000 more expensive than the standard version. from NDTV CarAndBike - Reviews

Ducati 959 Panigale Corse Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 15.20 Lakh

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Bringing a special edition version this festive season, Ducati India has introduced the 959 Panigale Corse in the country priced at Rs. 15.20 lakh (ex-showroom). The special edition Ducati 959 Panigale Corse gets  a dedicated livery inspired by the Ducati Corse MotoGP colours that graces the Desmosedici GP 18 bikes ridden by Andrea Dovizioso and Jorge Lorenzo. The special edition version also comes with contrast finished black wheels to complement the new paint scheme. Bookings for the Ducati 959 Panigale Corse open today and is about Rs. 67,000 more expensive than the standard version. Also Read: 2019 Ducati Scrambler Revealed (The Ducati 959 Panigale Corse gets Desmosedici GP 18 inspired livery) Speaking about the special edition Panigale, Ducati India - Managing Director, Sergi Canovas said, "The Panigale has always been the definite Ducati superbike that allows biking enthusiasts to have an unparalleled experience on a race track. The 959 Panigale embodies absolute ex

Mercedes-Benz Aims To Hit A Century In India In 2018

Mercedes-Benz India has had a robust product offensive and has been filling all the white gaps in its portfolio. The Stuttgart based carmaker has also invested significantly in expanding its dealerships and service networks across the country. Till date, Mercedes-Benz has 95 dealerships in India and now ready to hit a century here. The Company is planning to open five more dealerships in the South-western region and expand its dealership count to 100 by the end of this financial year. Speaking to the NDTV, Car and Bike on the sidelines of the 2018 C-Class facelift launch, Michael Jopp, Vice President- Sales & Marketing, Mercedes-Benz India said, "We have made significant investments in expanding our dealership and service network in the last two years. As we speak today, we have 95 dealerships in India and 100 is within reach this year." A common challenge that alike any other the luxury carmaker even Mercedes-Benz was worried about is choosing the apt location so as to

TVS Star City+ Gets New Variant For Festive Season; Priced At Rs.52,907

TVS Motor Company has announced the introduction of a new dual tone variant of its popular 110 cc commuter bike, TVS Star City+, for this festive season. The bike is priced in India at Rs. 52,907 (ex-showroom, Delhi). from NDTV CarAndBike - Reviews

TVS Star City+ Gets New Variant For Festive Season; Priced At Rs.52,907

TVS Motor Company has announced the introduction of a new dual tone variant of its popular 110 cc commuter bike, TVS Star City+ , for this festive season. The bike is also offered in a new dual tone grey-black colour option with stylish red-black-white graphics running across its body. In addition to that, the new dual-tone variant of the Star City+ is offered is also available in Black-Red, Black-Blue and Red-Black colour options, priced in India at Rs. 52,907 (ex-showroom, Delhi). Mechanically, the 2018 TVS Star City+ remains unchanged. The bike is powered by the company's 'Ecothrust' 110 cc single-cylinder, four-stroke engine, the 2018 TVS Star City+ offers an output of 8.4 PS of power @ 7,000 rpm and a torque of 8.7 Nm @ 5,000 rpm. Transmission duties are handled by a 4-speed gearbox. Additionally, the bike also comes equipped with the manufacturer's Synchronized Braking Technology (SBT). As the name suggests, the system offers combined braking of the front and r

Honda 2Wheelers India Exports Cross 2 Million Milestone

Honda 2Wheeler India is one of the fastest growing manufacturers in the country and the company has achieved a new milestone with its exports crossing the two million mark. The company's massive growth in exports emerges from the popularity of scooters with the Honda Dio being the most exported scooter from India. The Honda Navi moto-scooter too is gaining popularity in the international market, the company said in a statement. The Japanese two-wheeler giant commenced exports from India in its debut year of 2001 with the Activa scooter and now ships a range of motorcycles and scooters from the domestic facilities. Also Read: TVS Motor Company Announces Operations In Mexico Celebrating this achievement, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) - Senior VP - Sales and Marketing, Yadvinder Singh Guleria said, "With an eye on the 2020, Honda 2Wheelers India's ambition is to 'Lead in India and the World with Quantity and Quality'. Backed by strong domestic sales

Royal Enfield Classic 350 Standard With A Rear Disc Brake Launched

The Royal Enfield Classic 350 standard version has been updated with a rear disc brake, priced at Rs. 1.47 lakh (ex-showroom). The updated version comes weeks after the Classic 350 ABS was introduced as part of the new Signals Edition. The company at the time did say that it is in the process of upgrading its entire range to ABS and the rear disc brake version on the base Classic 350 takes a step towards the same. There is no ABS yet on the base Classic 350. Compared to the Signals Edition that retails at Rs. 1.62 lakh, the base Classic 350 is cheaper by Rs. 15,000. The rear disc brake version on the Royal Enfield Classic 350 was first introduced on the gunmetal grey version and now makes it to the base trim. Apart from the additional feature, there's no change in the model. The bike continues to draw power from the same 346 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled motor tuned for 19.8 bhp and 28 Nm of peak torque. The motor is paired with a 5-speed gearbox. Suspension duties are handled b

TVS Motor Company Announces Mexico Operations

TVS Motor Company will soon begin operations in Mexico and it has partnered with a company called Torino Motors which is one of the biggest in the region and is a subsidiary company of the Groupo Autofin. Torino Motors specialises in automobile and retail finance and has been active in Mexico for over 40 years now. TVS and Torino Motors plan to open 40 exclusive stores in Mexico for distribution of TVS two-wheelers. TVS is one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers and exports to over 60 countries from India. Commenting on this association, R Dilip, Senior Vice President - International Business, TVS Motor Company, said, "We are delighted to partner with a reputed, well-known company such as Torino Motors, who come with over 40 years of experience in Mexico. We look forward to the market knowledge that they will bring on board. Their insights will allow us to personalise our offerings to suit the customers of Mexico and their vast network of distribution will ensure maximum re

2019 Ducati Scrambler: All You Need To Know

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It was more than three years ago that the Ducati Scrambler was launched. Tugging at the heart strings of the modern classic enthusiast, the Scrambler was the most affordable Ducati model that you could buy. The downside of being affordable was that the Scrambler missed out on a bunch of electronics and other features. With the 2019 model of the Scrambler being unveiled, Ducati has packed in more features and electronics making the new Scrambler even more desirable. Here is everything you need to know about the bike. Also Read: 2019 Ducati Scrambler Breaks Cover LED lighting The 2019 Ducati Scrambler now gets a new headlamp with an LED ring along with new LED turn indicators which are self-cancelling. The tail lamp was already a diffused LED unit. This means that now all lighting elements on the 2019 Scrambler are now LED. Cosmetic updates (The 2019 Ducati Scrambler is available in 2 colours - Atomic Tangerine & 62 Yellow) The 2019 Ducati Scrambler has been quite successf

Harley-Davidson Enters Used Bike Segment In India

Harley-Davidson Originals is the new pre-owned bikes venture which the company has announced, offering one year company warranty on used bikes. from NDTV CarAndBike - Reviews

Harley-Davidson Enters Used Bike Segment In India

Harley-Davidson has announced the company's plans to enter the pre-owned bike market in India. Called the Harley-Davidson Originals, it's a pre-owned programme that offers a lot of benefits, including an official Harley-Davidson warranty for one-year with an option to extend the warranty for a further two or three years. All Harley-Davidson Originals bikes come with a 99-point quality check assurance via stringent examination of the bikes. The push into the used motorcycle segment will help Harley-Davidson ramp up sales and market reach. Harley-Davidson offers 17 models in its line-up in India. The American motorcycle brand commenced India operations in August 2009, setting up the company's first dealership in July 2009. Right now, the Harley-Davidson dealership network is quite strong, with 28 dealerships across India, in New Delhi, Gurugram, Chandigarh, Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Indore, Pune, Goa, Jaipur, Surat, Luckn

New Hero 200 cc Motorcycle Patent Leaked

Hero MotoCorp seems to have planned more products from its new 200 cc platform, which already has the Hero Xtreme 200R on sale, and the entry-level adventure bike Hero Xpulse 200, which is expected to be launched sometime in December this year. A leaked patent image shows a third bike in Hero's 200 cc platform which could quite possibly sit between the Xtreme 200R and the Xpulse. The bike in the image seems to share quite a few components with the Xpulse 200, including the stubby exhaust, fuel tank and instrument cluster. The round headlamp seems to be shared with the Xpulse as well. There's no information on specifications yet, but it's quite likely that the new bike will share the same 200 cc single-cylinder engine of the Xtreme 200R which makes 18.1 bhp at 8,000 rpm and 17.1 Nm of peak torque at 6,500 rpm, and paired to a five-speed gearbox. Design-wise, the bike looks unique even though it shares a few components with its siblings. It gets a monoshock rear suspension

Cleveland CycleWerks Begins Operations In India With 2 Motorcycles; Priced From 2.23 Lakh

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Having made its Indian debut at the Auto Expo earlier this year, US-based Cleveland CycleWerks has commenced operations in India with the launch of two motorcycles - Ace Deluxe and Misfit. The Ace Deluxe is priced at Rs. 2.23 lakh, while the Misfit is priced at Rs. 2.49 lakh (all prices, ex-showroom). The new motorcycles will be sold via the company's first-ever dealership located in Vashi, Navi Mumbai. The new 1000 sq. ft. dealership incorporates a display area, service centre, as well as a lounge section and delivery arena. Furthermore, the company has announced that it will be opening showrooms in other cities as well across the country. Cleveland CycleWerks currently retails its products in 23 countries. Speaking on beginning operations, Cleveland CycleWerks India - Chairman and Managing Director, Sangram Patil said, "Cleveland CycleWerks motorcycles provide a complete biking lifestyle experience to enthusiasts all over the world and in order to serve the ever- growing c

Suzuki Katana Teaser Video Released

Suzuki has released one more teaser video of a new bike to be launched at the Intermot show on October 2. Like the earlier teasers, this one also doesn't reveal much, except that it shows a bit of the fuel tank which will be unveiled in Cologne. Two earlier teaser videos of the new bike were also released but those two didn't even show a motorcycle. The first video shows a swordsmith at work, forging a blade, and the second one shows a sword being put into shape. The only model with a name which is close to a sword is the Suzuki Katana, a model which has come from Suzuki's history from the 1980s. And from the looks of it, Suzuki is set to revive the Katana name again, with a new model based on the Suzuki GSX-S1000 . Suzuki had revealed a concept at the EICMA show in Milan last year, called the Katana 3.0. That concept was based on the Suzuki GSX-S1000 and the fuel tank of the motorcycle revealed in the teaser video closely resembles the one on the concept. So, it's a

Indian Motorcycle Confirms Launch Of FTR 1200

Inspired by the Indian FTR 750 flat-track race bike, Indian Motorcycle will introduce the new FTR 1200 production model on October 1. Sales of the new model will begin in 2019, and it's expected to be introduced in India as well. The FTR 1200 takes inspiration from Indian's history and success in American flat-track racing, and will be a street bike based on the flat-track race bike. The announcement comes after a lot of speculation that a street version of the FTR 750 is in the making. The FTR 750 is a purpose-built flat track racer that has dominated the American Flat Track professional racing series since its introduction in 2017. "When we unveiled the FTR1200 Custom at EICMA, we said we'd listen to feedback from riders around the world," said Steve Menneto, President, Indian Motorcycle. "Riders definitely have spoken and the response has been overwhelming. We're proud and excited to announce that we will be putting the FTR 1200 into production."

Zontes 310 Adventure Bike Revealed

The Zontes 310 ADV is powered by a 310 cc, single-cylinder engine, which puts out 34 bhp of power and 30 Nm of peak torque. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

BMW Motorrad's New 'ConnectedRide' Concept Brings Autonomous Riding To Motorcycles

Autonomous cars are the rage at present as the future of mobility. With tech companies as well as automakers exploring all avenues of the technology, and some even offering on cars of today, case in point being Tesla Model S, new generation Audi A8 and even the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. However, the tech not been as actively explored by two-wheeler makers with the exceptions being Honda's Ride Assist concept, Yamaha's Motoroid and Ducati's radar-based assistance systems. However, BMW Motorrad is the latest bike maker to explore the technology and has now revealed its new self riding concept called 'ConnectedRide'. The tech further expands the use of autonomous technology on motorcycles, which BMW says will be used to improve rider safety. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

Custom Ducati Monster 797 Unveiled In India

The special edition Ducati Monster 797 is the first officially commissioned Ducati to be customised by Rajputana Customs. The build was commissioned to mark 25 years of the Ducati Monster, and the bike gets cosmetic changes. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

Import Of Foreign Cars And Bikes To Become Easier Now: Report

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways will reportedly remove the roadblocks for import of foreign cars and motorcycles to India, in its latest policy. According to a report on the Times of India (TOI), automobile manufacturers or their representatives can now easily import their global models to India, irrespective of engine capacity or price, within limited quantity. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

2019 Kawasaki Ninja 125 And Z125 Revealed Ahead Of Intermot Debut

Following up on its announcement at EICMA last year, Kawasaki has revealed the 2019 Ninja 125 and Z125 motorcycles for the European market. The bikes will be making their public debut at the Intermot Motorcycle Show in Cologne, Germany in October this year, and will be targeted at young riders with the A1 license. Both the Kawasaki Ninja 125 and Z125 take inspiration from their respective larger 250 cc siblings in design and certainly look very desirable 125 cc bikes that you'd like to own. The Ninja 125 will compete with the KTM RC125 and the Aprilia RS4 125, while the Z125 will take on the KTM 125 Duke. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

BMW G 310 RR Concept Showcased In Japan

BMW Motorrad showcased the BMW G 310 RR concept model at the ongoing BMW Motorrad Days in Japan. The rumours were always there, that BMW is working on a faired motorcycle version of the BMW G 310 R. And it was always clear that the G 310 R underpinnings would spawn more models, the first of which was the G 310 GS. The BMW G 310 RR concept carried a typical BMW sportbike design with those sexy asymmetric headlamps and the bulbous fuel tank. The G 310 RR gets a bucket load of carbon fibre, with almost all of its panels made out of the material. The front end gets an air intake between the two headlamps making its intent of being a performance bike, clear. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

2019 Ducati Scrambler Revealed

The Ducati Scrambler has been around since 2015 and the Italian bike maker has just announced its first major upgrade to the funky little motorcycle. The Scrambler 803 for model year 2019 boasts of a host of changes, both cosmetic and electronic, while keeping the unique and distinctive styling intact. The Ducati Scrambler is the bike maker's entry-level offering and currently also the manufacturer's most selling offering, with over 56,000 units retailed worldwide since its launch. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

Royal Enfield Classic 500 ABS Deliveries Begin; Price Revealed

Royal Enfield dealerships across the country have begun deliveries of the Classic 500 ABS version, CarAndBike can confirm. The Royal Enfield Classic 500 ABS is priced at Rs. 2.10 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai) and is about Rs. 20,00-30,000 more expensive than the standard version. Prices vary depending on the colour of the Classic 500. At present, dealers have conveyed to CarAndBike that ABS is available in the Stealth Black and Desert Storm colour options, while other versions will get the feature later in the timeline. The update comes just weeks after the Royal Enfield Classic 350 Signals Edition were introduced becoming the first bikes from the manufacturer to get ABS in India. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

Royal Enfield Himalayan ABS Launched In India, Priced At Rs. 1.79 Lakh

Royal Enfield has finally launched the Himalayan with an anti-lock braking system (ABS) in India. The bike has been priced in India at Rs. 1.79 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) and is about Rs. 11,000 more expensive than the non-ABS version of the bike. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

Triumph Scrambler 1200 Teased In Second Video

Triumph has released a second video teasing the upcoming Triumph Scrambler 1200.The latest teaser video once again reiterates that the new Scrambler 1200 will be launched on October 24, and the video gives a glimpse of a few details about the bike. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

2019 Moto Guzzi V85 Adventure Bike Revealed In Photos

New photos reveal a production-ready model of the Moto Guzzi V85 adventure touring motorcycle in three different colours. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

Gaurav Gill And Musa Sherif Lead Day 1 Of Maruti Suzuki Dakshin Dare 2018

The 10th edition of the Maruti Suzuki Dakshin Dare is being held over 2000 km and will traverse through the states of Karnataka, Maharashtra and Goa. The first round of the rally saw cars compete in three special stages through dirt and gravel, with a total distance of 129 km in three special stages. The bikes, on the other hand, covered a total distance of 86.42 km across two special stages. Ace rally driver Gaurav Gill leads the on opening day of the Dakshin Dare rally in Davangere, Karnataka for cars, while Yuva Kumar takes the lead in the two-wheeler category. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News

Two-Wheeler Sales August 2018: Bike Manufacturers Register Positive Growth

The month of August 2018 was a decent one for mass market two-wheeler manufacturers with almost all of them recording positive growth in comparison with August 2017. from NDTV CarAndBike - Latest News