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Bajaj Auto had flat sales in June 2019, selling 199,340 motorcycles domestically as compared to 200,949 units sold in June 2018, with the total sales decreasing by 1 per cent. The company also registered a decent 11 per cent growth in two-wheeler exports in June 2019. The company exported 151,951 units in June 2019 as compared to 136,803 units exported in June 2018. Overall, Bajaj Auto sold 351,291 units in June 2019 which is a growth of 4 per cent over the 337,452 unit sales of June 2018. Coming to commercial vehicles, the company sold 29,885 units in June 2019, which is a drop of 11 per cent from 33,627 units sold in June 2018. Bajaj Auto exported 23,448 units last month against 33,050 units exported in June 2018, which is a significant drop of 29 per cent. In total, the company sold 53,333 units in June 2019 as compared to 66,677 which is a drop of 20 per cent in overall sales of Bajaj's commercial vehicles. Combining two-wheelers and commercial vehicles, the company sold 229...

BMW Motorrad , the two-wheeler arm of German luxury carmaker BMW group, expects India to become its number three market in Asia Pacific, China, Russia and Africa region this year on the back of good traction for its bikes, a senior company official said Thursday. The company launched its all-new BMW S 1000 RR superbike on Thursday priced between Rs. 8.50 lakh and Rs. 22.95 lakh (ex-showroom), is seeking to tap the rising population of young motorcycle enthusiasts in India. "India is climbing the ladder very fast. We hope it to be number three this year. Last year it was number five," BMW Motorrad Head of Asia-Pacific, China, Russia and Africa, Dmitris Raptis told PTI. Also Read: 2019 BMW S 1000 RR Launched In India Currently, China is the number one country for the company in terms of sales among these markets. Last year, BMW Motorrad sold 2,187 units of motorcycles in the Indian market. The company has, however, not made any sales forecast for the year. "When we ...

American Honda Motor Co. has issued a voluntary recall for the Honda CB300R in the US. The recall was filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and states that the affected motorcycles may have gear misalignment owing to the detachment of circlip. A total of 3898 Honda motorcycles have been recalled in the US and includes the 2019 CB300R, 2018 CBR300R, 2018 CRF250L, 2018 CRF250L Rally, and the 2018-2019 CMX300. The recall process began on June 28, 2019. Also Read: Honda CB300R First Ride Review According to the report filed, the gears are out of line and could automatically shift from neutral into gear when you start the motorcycle. This will lead to a sudden movement, or a jerk, and could lock up the transmission altogether along with the rear wheel while riding. This could be a potential life risk for the rider. Honda will be fixing the issue free of cost on the affected motorcycles and is already reaching out to the customers. The CB300R uses a 286...

The Husqvarna EE5 is an electric dirt bike for young riders, similar to 50 cc dirt bikes with internal combustion engines. The EE5 packs a 5 kW peak mid-drive electric motor with six different riding modes to allow riders to select the proper profile for their skill level. Easy riding will allow riders to ride for up to 2 hours, while Expert mode with the bike pushed to its limits will see the battery run for around 25 minutes. And once charge runs out, the EE5 can be charged quickly in just 70 minutes from a high-powered off-board charger. The 907 Wh battery isn't swappable. The Husqvarna EE5 will run for 2 hours in Easy mode and for only 25 minutes in Expert mode The Husqvarna EE5 is designed for young riders, and the seat height can be adjusted to match the rider, and can be adjusted as the rider grows. With 205 mm of travel, a chromoly steel frame, hydraulic brakes, lightweight wheels and aggressive tyres, the Husqvarna EE5 seems to be perfect for a beginner's dirt bik...

The new KTM RC 125 is targeted at a segment of riders who have just got into motorcycling, more likely with a brand new driver's licence. For the millennial motorcycle rider, the brand, performance, styling and statement all hold equal importance, or so it seems. And that is the target audience KTM wants to woo with the strikingly stylish KTM RC 125. It looks great, has the presence of its bigger siblings and will certainly endear itself to the college-going young adult. Also Read: KTM 125 Duke First Ride Review The KTM RC 125 shares its bodywork, chassis and cycle parts with the RC 200 and RC 390 The RC 125 however isn't just about looks alone. In fact, it shares almost every single component with its bigger, and more performance-oriented siblings - the KTM RC 200 and the KTM RC 390 ; except, of course, the 125 cc engine. And so, it's positioned as a beginner's sportbike, offering an entry into the KTM RC family, but with easy accessibility and a level of perf...

Shah Rukh Khan is a force of nature! Whatever he does usually ends up trending on Twitter. The Badshah of Bollywood is known for his love of automobiles and recently, he put up a video on social media where he is seen with a BMW G 310 R and the BMW G 310 GS . Needless to say, the video went viral on Twitter. In the video, SRK speaks about how he has spent 27 years in Bollywood and how he rode into the hearts of his fans riding a modified dirt-bike to the sound of "Koi Na Koi Chahiye, Pyaar Karne Wala" in his debut movie, Deewana, way back in 1992. Thank you for the awesome 27 years everybody and Thank you Sharad for the bikes! pic.twitter.com/UMg6k78C06 — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) June 25, 2019 Also Read: Shah Rukh Khan Bats For Child Safety In Cars Yes, he did ride the BMW G 310 R in the video albeit very, very briefly and inside his house. In fact, BMW Motorrad sent him both motorcycles to try out. SRK says that he is very keen on taking both motorcycles out for a sp...

It was in July 2018 that Harley-Davidson announced its 'More Roads To Harley-Davidson' program wherein it was revealed that Harley-Davidson will break mould and develop motorcycles beyond cruisers. Keeping this in mind, the company showcased the 'Pan-America 1250' and the 'Streetfighter'. The naked streetfighter in particular caught our attention, with the initial photographs showing a sharply designed prototype. And now, reports suggest that Harley-Davidson has filed a trademark for the name 'Bareknuckle' in USA. Although, the trademark is yet to be granted! Yes, these are early days but if one were to join the dots, a name like 'Bareknuckle' will be suited to a naked streetfighter. Also Read: Harley-Davidson Reveals An Adventure Tourer, A Naked Streetfighter & A Custom Roadster (Harley-Davidson could launch up to 9 derivatives of its Streetfighter motorcycle) The Harley-Davidson Streetfighter will have a 975 cc V-Twin engine which i...

The new-generation BMW S 1000 RR is a sweet, sweet motorcycle! In the 10 years since its launch, the S 1000 RR has made a name for itself in the litre-class, fully faired sportbike segment. The all-new BMW S 1000 RR was first showcased at the 2018 EICMA Motorcycle Show and after eight months, it has been finally launched in India. Available in three variants, the new BMW S 1000 RR is a completely new motorcycle ground up. Here is everything you need to know about the all-new BMW S 1000 RR. Also Read: 2019 BMW S 1000 RR Launched In India; Prices Start At Rs. 18.5 Lakh Styling (The new S 1000 RR has a sharper design but the asymmetrical headlamps are missed) One big reason for the manic presence that the BMW S 1000 RR commanded was the iconic asymmetrical headlamps. But with the new-generation model, BMW Motorrad approached a new design language. The body work, panels and the fairing are completely new and the S 1000 RR now gets symmetrical LED projector headlamps. Sure, they d...

Chinese-motorcycle manufacturer CFMoto has announced it will be introducing four motorcycles in India on July 4, 2019. The bike maker has tied up with Bangalore-based AMW Motorcycles to establish its presence in the country and will be competing in the middleweight segment. It is to be noted that the company AMW Motorcycles is independent of AMW (Asia MotorWorks) Motors that manufactures commercial vehicles. The four CFMoto motorcycles that will land upon the Indian shores are the 300NK, 650NK, 650MT and the 650GT. The bikes have been designed in Austria and are manufactured in China. The company will bring the bikes via a completely knocked down (CKD) kits. Also Read: CFMoto To Enter India In July This Year The CFMoto 300NK will be the most affordable bike from the company & will take on the Honda CB300R The CFMoto 300NK will be the most affordable in the lot and is powered by a 292.4 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. The motor is tuned to produce of about 33 bhp an...

Bajaj calls the Platina 110 its 'mileage champion'. It has been the cornerstone for the company's sales in the 100 - 110 cc segments and even after five years, it continues to rake in good numbers for Bajaj Auto . In fact, it was the 7th highest selling motorcycle in May 2019, with 59,938 units sold which is a massive 97 per cent growth over the 30,412 units sold in May 2018. But Bajaj believed that the Platina had room to be even better. With this thought, the Bajaj Platina 110 H Gear was developed. It is basically a Platina with a 5-speed gearbox and a few other updates. We spend some time with it to see whether the 5-speed gearbox on a 110 cc motorcycle makes sense or not! Also Read: Bajaj Platina 110 H Gear Launched In India; Prices Start At Rs. 53,376 So, what's new? (The 3D logo on the fuel tank is new along with the quilted seat. Also, the rear footpegs are now wider too) Quite a bit, actually! The biggest update of course, is the 5-speed gearbox. Two th...

BMW Motorrad has launched the new-generation S 1000 RR superbike in India with prices starting at Rs. 18.50 Lakh and going all the way up to Rs. 22.95 Lakh. First showcased at the 2018 EICMA motorcycle show, the new S 1000 RR is an all-new model ground up and in its third generation. The new S 1000 RR gets new body work and a new engine as well. The styling is now sharper than before thanks to new panels but the superbike loses its trademark asymmetrical headlamps which became kind of iconic since the S 1000 RR was first launched in 2009. Instead, it now gets LED projector headlamps which look good but do not quite have the manic appeal of the older model. Also Read: New-Generation BMW S 1000 RR Breaks Cover (The new S 1000 RR gets symmetric LED projector headlamps instead of the earlier asymmetrical headlamps) The 998 cc in-line four engine is also new which pumps out 204 bhp and 113 Nm of peak torque along with a 6-speed gearbox and a bi-directional quick-shifter. It gets...

The second generation BMW S 1000 RR is all set to be launched in India later today and BMW Motorrad's flagship supersport brings a a bulk of changes over its predecessor. The new S 1000 RR gets a completely new frame, engine and electronic aids, as well as a design overhaul. While the older model was always known for its quirky asymmetrical styling, the new model is more conventional in design in a bid to minimise wind resistance and extract more performance. The older S 1000 RR was one of the menacingly fast motorcycles with incredible performance on offer and the all-new model promises to up this experience with more power and better electronic aids. The 2019 BMW S 1000 RR gets all-new bodywork and with new symmetrical headlight design. The new S 1000 R does away with the quirky asymmetrical headlights in favour of a more conventional-looking dual LED headlamp set-up. The bike uses a slimmer and lighter Z-type twin-spar aluminium frame and gets a rear Trellis subframe to keep t...

Sweden-based Regent Motorcycles is an electric motorcycle manufacturer that recently showcased the company's first product - the retro-styled Regent No. 1 electric motorcycle. The production prototype was unveiled on May 10, 2019 at the MC Massan Swedish Motorcycle Fair, and encouraged by the response the Regent No. 1 received at that event, the company now intends to ramp up production for a commercial launch of the Regent No. 1 by May 2020. The bike is priced at 9,500 Euros (around Rs. 7.5 lakh) with a 10 per cent discount for the first 100 bikes and Regent is already accepting pre-orders on the company's website. The Regent No. 1 has a claimed range of 150 km on a single charge The Regent No. 1 is powered by a rear hub motor which can produced around 11 bhp of power upto 20 bhp, and has a top speed of 120 kmph. The battery is a 72 V and 80 Ah pack, offering 6 kWh capacity, and is said to offer a range of 150 km on a single charge. The bike weighs around 130 kg, and has ...

The new generation BMW S 1000 RR will be launched in India on June 27, 2019. BMW Motorrad's flagship supersport has received a bulk of changes over its predecessor including a completely new frame, engine and electronic aids, as well as cosmetic upgrades. The previous generation BMW S 1000 RR was always an expensive affair over its competition but managed to offer exceptional levels of performance. The new version promises all that and even more. But how will the new generation version be priced in India? Here's what we think. Also Read: 2019 BMW S 1000 RR Breaks Cover At EICMA 2018 The 2019 BMW BMW S 1000 RR will be a big step up from its predecessor and is expected to command a price tag of around Rs. 20.5 lakh (ex-showroom). This makes the motorcycle about Rs. 2.5 lakh more expensive than the current S 1000 RR, and on par with the Ducati Panigale V4 and the Aprilia RSV4 Factory. Compared to the older version though, the new S 1000 RR is a complete overhaul that will just...

Damon Motorcycles, a new electric motorcycle start-up based in Canada has revealed the company's new technology on a prototype motorcycle. While technical specifications haven't been released yet, what is important is the patented technology the prototype sports, and is set to revolutionise the two-wheeler industry as we know it today. Damon's Halo electric motorcycle offers safety and ride-awareness features, like a 360-degree radar system to monitor traffic around the bike, embedded crash detection sensors and 1080p forward and rear-facing live cameras. The Damon Halo electric motorcycle prototype uses 360-degree radar and front and rear cameras with 5G connectivity And all these will be supported by artificial intelligence (AI). Data from the radar system and cameras will be forwarded by 5G to the cloud where Damon's proprietary AI engine will continuously extract from it the positions, speed and trajectories of as many as 64 objects near the motorcycle. If one ...

The FUELL Fluid electric bike is the first product from the new company spearheaded by motorcycle engineer Erik Buell. Buell was a former engineer with Harley-Davidson, and had founded his own motorcycle brand, the Buell Motorcycle Company and later Erik Buell Racing. The new company, called FUELL, is a partnership between Erik Buell and two other entities, Vanguard Motorcycles and Spark Racing Technology. FUELL's first product is the Fluid electric bike, and has a claimed range of 200 km from its two 1,008 Wh removable batteries. Also Read: Erik Buell Name Resurrected With FUELL Electric Bikes The FUELL Fluid e-bike has a mid-drive bofeili 500W pedal-assisted motor, giving it 100 Nm of torque, and comes equipped with a Gates Carbon Drive belt system and a Shimano Alfine 8-speed Geared Hub. The twin batteries can be charged up to 80 per cent in just 2.5 hours and a full charge in 5 hours. According to FUELL, both of the Fluid e-bike's 504wh batteries are removable and have t...

Classic Legends Private Limited has rolled out accessories, merchandise and riding gear for the Jawa Motorcycles . Prices start from as low as Rs. 399 for a grab rail, going up to Rs. 7,499 for a riding jacket. The accessories list includes bar-end mirrors, engine crash guard in chrome and matte black, different grab rails, Hammerhead base plate, luggage rack and more. Meanwhile, buyers can opt for a textile mesh riding jacket from Rynox, full leather gauntlet gloves, and open face helmets with a visor. The helmets are available in two design options - Corona and Halo and are priced at Rs. 2,349 respectively. In addition, Jawa also offers t-shirts for Rs. 899 each. Also Read: 2018 Jawa First Ride Review The accessories list includes engine guard, grab rails, bar-end mirrors and more The resurgence of the Jawa brand has allowed Classic Legends to position the motorcycle company as a lifestyle offering beyond just selling motorcycles. Its direct rival - Royal Enfield - positions i...

Deliveries for the entry-level, full-faired KTM RC 125 have begun in India. The baby KTM RC 125 is the brand's smallest full faired offering and shares its underpinnings with the KTM 125 Duke. The RC 125 is priced at an introductory price of Rs. 1.47 lakh (ex-showroom India). The KTM Rc 125 takes on the Yamaha YZF-R15 V3.0 at its price point, and it will be interesting to see if customers flock to the KTM dealerships instead of Yamaha for a small capacity track tool. The RC is about Rs. 7000 more expensive than the R15, and is about Rs. 17,000 more expensive than the 125 Duke. It does get a number of changes over the Duke including clip-on handlebars, projector headlamps, LED DRLs, and of course, the full fairing. Also Read: KTM RC 125 Launched In India The components on the KTM RC 125 are shared with its larger capacity siblings and the bike uses the WP-sourced USD forks up front and a monoshock unit at the rear, while braking performance comes from ByBre with a 300 mm disc a...

It is confirmed! The Ducati Multistrada 1260 Enduro will be launched in India on July 9, 2019. Upon launch, the Multistrada 1260 Enduro will be the flagship Ducati ADV in India. The1260 Enduro will have the same 1,262 cc Testastretta DVT engine which pumps out 156 bhp and 127 Nm of peak torque. Like the standard 1260, the Multistrada 1260 Enduro will offer up to 85 per cent of torque available from as low as 3,500 rpm. The Enduro 1260 gets revised ergonomics such as a lowered seat and handlebar, making for a comfortable riding position. Also Read: Ducati Multistrada 1260 Enduro Revealed (The Multistrada 1260 Enduro uses the same 1,262 cc Testastretta DVT L-twin motor as the Ducati XDiavel) While the new Ducati Multistrada 1260 Enduro offers mental performance, all the power is kept in check thanks to updated electronics which include ride-by-wire and riding modes. Plus, there is a bi-directional quickshifter on offer as well. The Multistrada 1260 Enduro gets an advanced electro...

Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has recently come out with an official statement to talk about the road map for electric two-wheelers in India and the company's vision for the year 2030. The Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer says that by the end of the next decade, Honda's aim is to lead the development of future mobility solutions that improve the lives of people everywhere in the world. And the Indian government's efforts to promote electric vehicle (EV) is in line with the company's global vision. Talking about the challenges of achieving complete electrification, HMSI said, "Globally, Honda has an experience of developing & selling Electric Two Wheelers for over 25 years. Due to multiple factors including vehicle cost, riding performance, range and infrastructure, customers' adoption of EV is still a major challenge." Honda recently showcased it first BS6 vehicle, an Activa 125 BS-VI, which will be launched in September 2019 Also R...

Electric motors are supposed to be the successor to the internal combustion engine and manufacturers are making the transition towards the electric mobility on both two and four wheels. BMW Motorrad , largely known for its evocative motorcycles is also working on an electric future for itself and is offering a glimpse of the future with its new Vision DC Roadster concept. BMW calls the 'electrical awakening' of the twin-cylinder Boxer engine that has powered the bike maker's motorcycles for over 90 years. The BMW Vision DC Roadster is only a concept for now but could just preview a future Rnine T model with an electric drive. The BMW Vision DC Roadster gets a short low and high rear design for an agile appearance and riding dynamics Speaking about the new BMW Vision DC Roadster, Edgar Heinrich, Head of Design BMW Motorrad explained, "The boxer engine is the heart of BMW Motorrad - an absolute stalwart of its character. But BMW Motorrad stands for visionary zero-em...

TVS Motor Company has announced the launch of a new Matte Silver shade for its popular 125 cc scooter - TVS NTorq 125. The new colour has been launched to commemorate the NTorq 125 becoming the most awarded scooter in India in the 2018-19 financial year, by winning 9 automotive industry awards. The new special edition Matte Silver NTorq will also feature a special 'Scooter of the Year' insignia on the front apron to differentiate it from the regular NTroq scooters. Furthermore, the new TVS NTorq 125 Matte Silver option will be only available in the disc brake variant, which is currently priced at Rs. 59,995. The drum brake variant is priced at Rs. 58,552 (both ex-showroom, Delhi). TVS NTorq 125 Matte Silver Colour option also feature a special 'Scooter of the Year' insignia on the front apron First launched in February 2018, the TVS NTorq 125 was the first 125 cc scooter in India to come with a connected technology called Smartxonnect, featuring a fully digital i...

The road from Marbella up the mountains towards Rhonda and then snaking back up east through the Sierra Blanca mountains has to be one of the best motorcycling routes I have ever ridden on, on more than one occasion. This time around, my companion is the new Ducati Diavel 1260 S, the top-spec variant of the new Ducati Diavel 1260. Chasing corner after corner around the limestone mountains, a series of left, right, left corners with tight spaces for overtaking, I soon forgot that the bike I'm riding is supposed to be something of a cruiser. Nope, this is anything but a cruiser in the conventional sense. The Ducati Diavel 1260 looks mean, muscular, and ready to pounce Ducati says the Diavel 1260 promises the personality of three bikes in one - a superbike, a cruiser and a naked roadster. A couple of hard corners later, it begins to dawn on me, that it's not something the marketing folks came up with after all. Engaging is an understatement. The Ducati Diavel 1260 S has a lev...