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Electric scooter start-up Ather Energy has announced the launch of a new home charging point - Ather Dot, for its Ather 450 customers in Chennai & Bengaluru. The new charger has been designed specifically for the Ather 450 electric scooter and company says that it took a lot of feedback from its existing customers to make this charging point smaller, lighter and easy to install. The new Ather Dot comes with surge protection and authenticated power transfer so that it's safe and works only with an Ather scooter. The new Ather Dot also comes with several safety measures like auto cut-off function and it also gets app integration, which means owners can also monitor the charging levels through their mobile app. In its official launch announcement, Ather Energy said, "Ather has been working with its customers in the past year to make improvements and changes to its intelligent scooter, the Ather 450. One of those was to take the charger off-board. Taking it off helps in imp...

Radar-based adaptive cruise control systems may be the next big thing as far as motorcycle safety technology goes, with KTM and Ducati both expected to debut such radar-assisted rider aids by 2020. Now, a latest patent application filed by Harley-Davidson shows an even more sophisticated system, which will even be able to distinguish obstacles on the road, whether these are cars or motorcycles. The Harley-Davidson system will possibly make this distinction to assist in motorcycle group riding, something which is synonymous with Harley Owners Group (HOG) rides around the world. The sophisticated adaptive cruise control system will be able to differentiate between cars and motorcycles Harley-Davidson's latest patent application shows a system designed to differ from current adaptive cruise control systems in some cars. The system will use cameras to identify individual motorcycles and will be programmed to follow another bike even when riding in staggered formation. The system i...

Revolt Intellicorp recently launched the RV 300 and the RV 400, which are India's first electric motorcycles. We have already told you about the motorcycle in our comprehensive review which you can read here . At the launch itself, the company gave a hint of its future plans by showing a teaser of an electric cafe racer, which could possibly be its next launch. The teaser image shows a sketch of a motorcycle with a round headlamp, low-set clip on handlebars, short seat and a cafe racer style cowl at the rear. The sketch also shows knobby tyres, further accentuating its sporty intent. The sculpted fuel tank gets knee recesses for gripping when riding fast and there is tyre hugger at the rear too adding to the looks. We believe the Revolt electric cafe racer could borrow the frame and the electric motor from the RV 400 and in all probability it could be positioned above the RV 400. We expect the motorcycle to be launched later in 2019 or early 2020. Also Read: Revolt RV 300, RV 400...

The 2020 KTM 1290 Super Adventure could be the first motorcycle in the world with radar-guided cruise control. The new 1290 Super Adventure, which is expected to make its official debut later this year, will sport a Bosch radar system, which led to the distinctive front end styling of the range-topping adventure bike from the Austrian brand. As the name suggests, the engine will probably have the same 1,301 cc capacity as the current model, but will likely be re-tuned to meet the Euro 5 emission regulations. The fairing has a distinctive opening where the radar sensor will be placed The new KTM 1290 Super Adventure features a slightly oversized headlight and dominates the bike's front end. But it's more than just a styling exercise, in these days of smaller LED-based headlight units. Most of the fairing's frontal area is covered in glass, but there seems to be a mid-range radar sensor tucked into a small arch-shaped cutout on the tip of the bike's nose. Also expect...

Norton Motorcycles has revealed a new limited edition model, called the Norton Dominator Street. The Dominator Street follows the Norton Commando Street which was launched in October 2018. The British motorcycle manufacturer has announced just 50 units of the Dominator Street, and each bike will be priced at GBP 21,950 (just over Rs. 19 lakh under current exchange rates). Deliveries of the new Norton Dominator Street are expected to begin from September 2019. Each limited edition model will come with its unique production number to mark its authenticity. Also Read: All You Need To Know About The Norton Dominator The Norton Dominator Street features a hand-made fuel tank and upright handlebars, rather than the standard Norton Dominator's clip-ons. The engine is shared with the Norton Dominator, which is a 961 cc, air-cooled, parallel-twin motor with dry sump lubrication. The 270-degree firing order parallel-twin puts out 79 bhp of power at 6,500 rpm and 90 Nm of peak torque at 5,...

MV Agusta Tourismo Veloce 800 is the newest model to be launched in India by the Italian marque, and it's also the company first sports tourer. With this, MV Agusta finally has a complete line-up in the Indian market, which also includes the Brutale 800 and the F3 800 range. Currently, the company will only retail the entry-level variant in India while the premium Tourismo Veloce 800 Lusso trim will be offered on special order bases, and it will come with an additional premium of Rs. 2 lakh, over the regular model. The MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 has been launched at Rs. 18.99 lakh (ex-showroom) Here's All You Need To Know About The MV Agusta Tourismo Veloce 800: Design and Styling: Visually, the MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 is very much in line with the company current design language. The bike also comes with several signature elements that are unique to the Italian marque - like the sharp face with the diamond shape LED headlamp and LED daytime running lamp, beefy s...

KTM India is all set to debut its new flagship offering the 790 Duke next month. We've already shared the launch details with you on the new Austrian middleweight streetfighter, which has been a long awaited offering in the country. However, KTM's adventure tourer range is as exciting as they get and while we will get the 390 Adventure next year after its debut at EICMA 2018, a certain KTM 790 Adventure has landed on Indian shores and was spotted recently. Before you get your hopes up, this 790 Adventure wearing European number plates was just passing through as part of the owner's ride and is not a test mule. That said, plans are already drawn to bring the KTM 790 Adventure to the Indian market sometime next year. Sources in KTM confirmed to carandbike a few months ago that the KTM 790 Adventure will definitely be launched in India, but only sometime in 2020. The top-spec KTM 790 Adventure Rally will however be not launched in India, the same sources confirmed. Also Re...

Revolt Intellicorp has launched two electric commuter motorcycles, the Revolt RV 400, and the Revolt RV 300. Both the RV 300 and the RV 400 look near similar, but there are differences in the frame, colours and more importantly, in the specifications of the electric motor, battery and other features. The Revolt RV 400 is the more performance-oriented model, with a claimed top speed of 85 kmph, and ARAI-certified range of 156 km on a single charge of the lithium-ion battery, provided you ride at a constant 65 kmph. The Revolt electric motorcycles also come with a dedicated Revolt mobile app, and other features, including a Battery Switch network for swapping charged batteries, and you can also order charged batteries for doorstep delivery. Also Read: Revolt RV 400 Launched In India With Monthly Payment Plans Each Revolt electric motorcycle is only available on the MyRevoltPlan with monthly payments The Revolt RV 300 and RV 400 are offered on sale with the MyRevoltPlan, with month...

KTM India is all set to debut its new flagship offering the 790 Duke next month. We've already shared the launch details with you on the new Austrian middleweight streetfighter and it now seems KTM will be bringing another model from the 790 family to the country. This is the KTM 790 Adventure that we are talking about, which was recently spotted in India by one of our readers. Bearing European number plates, the new KTM 790 Adventure will just be the right product to join the brand's India line-up, especially with the affinity towards ADVs that the market currently has. Also Read:   KTM 790 Duke To Be Launched In India In September This Year The 790 Adventure is available in three versions - Standard, 790 Adventure R and the R Rally. The KTM 790 Adventure made its global debut at EICMA 2018 and packs in a host of equipment developed around exploring the roads less taken. Internationally, the 790 Adventure is available in three versions - Standard, 790 Adventure R and t...

Motoroyale Kinetic today launched the MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 adventure tourer motorcycle in India, priced at Rs. 18.99 lakh (ex-showroom). It's the first adventure tourer from the MV Agusta brand, and the bike was launched at the inauguration of Kinetic's latest Motoroyale showroom, which has come up in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra. Globally, the motorcycle comes in four variants - Turismo Veloce 800, Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso, Turismo Veloce 800 Lusso SCS, and Turismo Veloce RC SCS, however, for now, India only gets the XX options. In India, the new MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 will compete with the likes of the Triumph Tiger 800 and the Ducati Multistrada 950. (The MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 uses the same engine as MV Agusta F3) Visually, the MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 stays true to the roots of the Italian marque, featuring a sharp and aggressive design language, with premium fit and finish. The bike borrows several signature styling elements from other MV Agusta ...

The Revolt RV 400 is the first electric motorcycle from Revolt Intellicorp, a Gurugram-headquartered start-up headed by Rahul Sharma, former co-founder of Micromax Mobiles. The Revolt RV 400 lays the claim of being India's first electric motorcycle with artificial intelligence. It's positioned as a commuter motorcycle, albeit with an electric powertrain, and will compete with conventional 125 cc commuter motorcycles. So, what exactly is the Revolt RV 400? And does it live up to its claim of being India's first artificial intelligence enabled motorcycle? We spent a few laps around a small Go Kart track to get a sense of India's newest electric motorcycle. Also Read: Revolt RV400 Launched In India The Revolt RV 400 is a decent-looking motorcycle with its sharp and muscular design Design and Features The Revolt RV 400 looks sleek, sporty and definitely different. The overall design resembles a conventional street naked motorcycle, but it does get some splashes of pr...

Revolt Intellicorp has launched the company's first electric motorcycle, touted as India's first artificial intelligence-enabled motorcycle, the Revolt RV 400. The Revolt RV 400 e-motorcycle is positioned to compete with conventional 125 cc motorcycles and is the brand's flagship offering. In addition to the RV 400, the bike maker also introduced the new entry-level RV 300 that remains the most affordable offering from company. Both bikes are being offered with a payment plan with the RV 300 start at Rs. 2999 per month (for 37 months), while the payment plan for the RV 400 starts at Rs. 3499 for the base variant, going up to Rs. 3999 (for 37 months) for the top variant. This equates to a total price tag of Rs. 1.11 lakh on the RV 300, and Rs. 1.48 lakh (on-road). The Revolt RV400 is equipped with an embedded 4G LTE SIM which enables the internet and cloud-connected features of the motorcycle. A dedicated Revolt mobile app offers real-time motorcycle diagnostics, satellite ...

Revolt RV 400, India's first electric motorcycle is all set to go on sale in India today, and we'll bring you all the updates from the launch event here. The new electric motorcycle has been developed by Gurugram-based Revolt Intellicorp, founded by Rahul Sharma, former co-founder of Micromax Informatics. Bookings for the new Revolt RV 400 electric bike are already underway on the company's official website for Rs. 1000, and we have also shared our expectations with regards to its pricing, which will be announced soon. Also Read: Revolt RV 400 Electric Motorcycle Launch Date Revealed The Revolt RV400 boasts of a range of 156 km (ARAI-certified) on a single charge in Eco mode. In City mode, the range is expected to be around 80-90 km and Sport mode range will depend on riding style and terrain. It has a top speed of 85 kmph. The new RV400 electric motorcycle will offer a choice of three riding modes - Eco, City and Sport. Also Read: Revolt RV 400; Top Five Features ...

American motorcycle manufacturer Harley-Davidson completes ten years in India this year, and to commemorate the occasion, the company has introduced a limited edition version of its entry-level offering. The Harley-Davidson Street 750 10th Anniversary Edition is priced at Rs. 5.47 lakh (ex-showroom, India) and becomes the first motorcycle in the bike maker's line-up to meet the upcoming BS6 emission norms. The special model is about Rs. 13,000 more expensive than the standard version, and production is restricted to just 300 units in order to maintain the exclusivity on the model. Also Read: Harley-Davidson LiveWire Unveiled In India The Harley-Davidson Street 750 10th Anniversary Edition remains largely identical to the standard model, but you do get the new Indian motif on the fuel tank and on the tail section just above the taillight. The bike continues to sport black finished alloy wheels, along with fork gaiters on the front forks. The short seat remains the same too on th...

Harley-Davidson has launched the American motorcycle manufacturer's first electric motorcycle, the Harley-Davidson LiveWire in India. The LiveWire is the first model in a broad portfolio of electric motorcycles from Harley-Davidson and is priced at US$ 29,799 and will be available on sale at Harley-Davidson dealerships in the US, Canada and European countries. For now, Harley-Davidson India has just showcased the LiveWire in India, but it could well be launched in India, in a few years from now. If at all it's launched, we expect the LiveWire to be priced at around Rs. 40-50 lakh in India. The LiveWire is powered by the all-electric Harley-Davidson Revelation powertrain which puts out 103.5 bhp of power and 116 Nm of instant torque. The LiveWire has claimed acceleration from 0 to 100 kmph in just 3 seconds and roll-on acceleration from 100 kmph to 129 kmph in 1.9 seconds. The electric powertrain requires no clutch and no gear shifting, so just a twist of the throttle is all t...

Harley-Davidson India is all set to unveil its first-ever electric motorcycle - the Harley-Davidson LiveWire today, and we'll be bringing you all the live updates here. The LiveWire has already made its global debut and the motorcycle manufacturer has already announced its  pricing for the US market. Now, the bike is finally coming to the Indian shores, ahead of its official launch, which is slated for sometime in late 2019 or early 2020, which will also be confirmed today at the unveiling event. Also Read: Harley-Davidson LiveWire To Be Unveiled This Month In India (The H-D LiveWire has a range of 235 kilometres in the city and it will be charged fully overnight) The new Harley-Davidson LiveWire comes with a muscular stance associated with the brand, thanks to the massive battery pack and electric motor, trying to mimic an exposed engine. Also, the motorcycle is built around a cast aluminium frame which is lightweight and it gets Showa big-piston forks upfront along with ...

Austrian bike maker KTM arrived in India in 2012 in partnership with Bajaj Auto, and the manufacturer has largely restricted its product line-up till the 400 cc segments. However, the bike maker is all set to enter the premium motorcycle space very soon with the launch of the 790 Duke. The long-awaited KTM 790 Duke will finally arrive in India next month and will go on sale on September 11, 2019, carandbike can confirm. Select KTM dealerships have already begun accepting bookings for the motorcycle across the country with deliveries set to begin later next month. The bike will come to India as a Completely Knocked Down (CKD) kit, which is expected to keep the pricing competitive around Rs. 8.5 lakh (ex-showroom). The India-spec version also witnesses the addition of a side guard that is mandatory. The KTM 790 Duke uses a 799 cc parallel-twin motor with 103 bhp, while the kerb weight is just 189 kg Fondly called as the 'Scalpel' overseas, the KTM 790 Duke will take on a nu...

India Kawasaki Motors has introduced the 2020 Ninja ZX-10R in the country with a new colour scheme. The litre-class supersport offering continues to sport the black and green paint scheme, but now comes with gold highlights for the new model year. The 2020 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R continues to retail at the same price of Rs. 13.99 lakh (ex-showroom, India), and is brought to the market via the Completely Knocked Down (CKD) route. Barring the new paint scheme, the motorcycle does not get any changes to the mechanicals. Kawasaki will continue to retail the new ZX-10R along with the KRT edition in India with deliveries for the 2020 model start from October this year. The 2020 Ninja ZX-10R draws power from the same 998 cc in-line four motor with 200 bhp on tap The gold highlights on the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R extend to the fairing, fuel tank and section, all of which adds a nice contrast to the existing colour scheme. Incidentally, the Japanese manufacturer is offering the same colours o...

The swan song for the Daytona, Triumph Motorcycles has pulled the wraps off the Daytona 765 ahead at the Silverstone circuit during the MotoGP British Grand Prix. The new Triumph Daytona 765 has been a long awaited offering ever since the new Street Triple 765 first came out, followed by the Moto2 machines that are powered by the Triumph motor. We finally get to see the road-legal version that will have a limited production run of 1530 units globally, 765 units of which will be heading to the USA. Also Read:   2019 Triumph Speed Twin Review The 765 cc in-line three-cylinder motor in the Daytona churns out 127 bhp at 12,250 rpm, while peak torque stands at 80 Nm. While the design language is that of a slightly evolved version of the Triumph Daytona 765, it is the spec sheet that's does more exciting. The 765 cc in-line three-cylinder motor churns out 127 bhp at 12,250 rpm, while peak torque stands at 80 Nm. Supporting all that power is a carbon fibre bodywork along with Ohlin...

Big Boy Toyz (BBT), one of the most prominent names in the exotic used car market has now ventured into selling used superbikes as well. So now at BBT showrooms you will also see motorbikes from international brands like Ducati , Indian Motorcycles and Triumph . The company has already added specific type of bikes from these brands to their inventory and will retail them through their offline and online platforms. Speaking about the new initiative, Jatin Ahuja, Founder- Big Boy Toyz, said, "Looking at the ever expanding consumer base of the two wheeler market especially with the Gen Z craving for superbikes, Big Boy Toyz was ready to take the two wheeler industry by storm. Thus we decided to foray into the segment. We are under discussions with other manufacturers too so would be adding more brands to our inventory shortly." BBT has invested Rs 12 crore to add a total of 80 superbikes in its inventory which includes Ducati Diavel , Ducati Diavel Diesel (Limited Edition) an...

Harley-Davidson unveiled a range of new motorcycles last year that included an adventure tourer, streetfighter and Custom range. This, along with the LiveWire electric motorcycle defines the new-age 21st century offerings from the manufacturer as it taps into newer markets and caters to an evolving customer base. Now, giving a glimpse of the new models out in the open, the new Harley-Davidson Streetfighter was spotted in the prototype version at what seems to be a trade show in the US, giving a good glimpse at motorcycle looks like in flesh. While board says 'Styling Prototype', the production-spec version of the Streetfighter is likely to stay identical to the model showcased here. In addition to the Streetfighter, the Pan America was also showcased at the same event. The production spec versions of both bikes could be unveiled at EICMA this year. Also Read: Harley-Davidson Livewire To Be Unveiled In India In August The Harley-Davidson Streetfighter is a completely new mot...

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced lifting the ban on government departments buying new cars for all officials. This comes as a major relief for the Indian auto sector, which is currently going through one of the biggest sales slowdowns ever. The Finance Minister said that the government will now allow its departments to replace their old vehicles with new ones. As an austerity measure, back in 2014, the government had imposed a ban on the purchase of new vehicles for all officials, including replacing old staff vehicles for new ones. Also Read:   Government Blinks, Announces Measures To Help Auto Sector As an austerity measure, back in 2014, the government had imposed a ban on the purchase of new vehicles for all officials The official memorandum released on August 6, 2014, said that officials are also allowed to buy new vehicles costing up to Rs. 4.75 lakh, until the old ones complete their required life cycles. Back then, the government had also said that th...

Announcing a slew of measures to help revive a flagging economy, the Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has also kept the auto industry on her radar. FM Sitharaman has said that there will be multiple initiatives that will help boost the beleaguered automobile sector. The key measures announced include the promise that there will be efforts to reduce interest rates for auto and home loans. There is also a clear assurance that BS4 vehicles that can be purchased by consumers right up till the deadline - will have the complete run of their registration period. This means that all BS4 cars and bikes can be used and operated right up to the end of the tenure of their respective registration. The standard passenger vehicles registration has a 15 year duration (for diesel vehicles that stands at 10 years, but only in the National Capital Region or NCR). This also means that vehicles purchased on March 31 2020 - would be allowed to complete their registration, even though the BS6 deadli...

The YZF-R15 platform has turned out to be extremely successful for Yamaha Motor and the bike maker has churned out a number of motorcycles that use the same underpinnings. Following up the likes of the R15, MT-15 and the most recent XSR155, Yamaha recent filed a patent for the name 'WR155' in Indonesia, hinting at a new dual-purpose motorcycle. Yamaha has patented two names - WR155 and the WR155R with the Indonesiaon the Indonesian Intellectual Property Database (PDKI) website. The company has not made any official statements about the patents. Also Read: R15-Based Yamaha XSR155 Breaks Cover In Thailand That leaves us with little idea as to what to expect from the Yamaha WR155. Internationally, the manufacturer's WR series has a range of dual-purpose motorcycles including a 125 cc, 250 cc and a 450 cc model. An offering in the 150 cc segment is missed and that's the void the WR155 would want to fill. That said, it'll be interesting though how the Deltabox frame...

Keeping up with the popularity of retro motorcycles, Yamaha Motor has introduced the new XSR155 in Thailand. The new Yamaha XSR 155 is a retro-styled offering based on the YZF-R15 V3.0 and shares the same underpinnings as the latter. The design language though is completely new, bringing a retro touch to the Japanese bike maker's 155 cc line-up and is an extremely likeable addition to the range. Mechanically, the XSR155 carries over the Deltabox frame and other cycle parts and also the powertrain. Also Read: 2019 Yamaha MT-15 First Ride Review The styling and design though gives it a completely new look despite the sporty underpinnings. The design language is borrowed from the XSR900 and comes with the distinctive round LED headlamp, followed by the teardrop fuel tank and tan coloured ribbed single seat. The side panels covering the frame add a muscular touch to the motorcycle, while the circular LED taillight certainly stands out. The changes to the XSR155 also include a raise...

Indian Motorcycle India has officially launched the Indian FTR 1200 S and the FTR 1200 S Race Replica in India. The Indian FTR 1200 S is priced at Rs. 15.99 lakh while the FTR 1200 S Race Replica is priced at Rs. 17.99 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom, India. This is the official launch of the two motorcycles in India although Indian Motorcycle had already announced the prices of the two bikes in December 2018. The company had started accepting already and interested customers can go to Indian dealerships and book the motorcycles by paying a token amount of Rs. 2 lakh. Also Read: Indian Motorcycle To Launch Two New FTR 1200-Based Models (The Indian FTR 1200 is powered by an all-new 1,203 cc V-twin engine making 120 bhp & 112.5 Nm) Inspired by Indian's championship-winning FTR 750 flat-track race bike, the FTR series gets a new liquid-cooled 1,203cc V-twin engine which makes 120 bhp and 112.5 Nm of peak torque while being paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The FTR 1200 S gets...

Indian Motorcycle India has officially launched the Indian FTR 1200 S and the FTR 1200 S Race Replica in India. The Indian FTR 1200 S is priced at Rs. 15.99 lakh while the FTR 1200 S Race Replica is priced at Rs. 17.99 lakh. All prices are ex-showroom, India. This is the official launch of the two motorcycles in India although Indian Motorcycle had already announced the prices of the two bikes in December 2018. The company had started accepting already and interested customers can go to Indian dealerships and book the motorcycles by paying a token amount of Rs. 2 lakh. Also Read: Indian Motorcycle To Launch Two New FTR 1200-Based Models (The Indian FTR 1200 is powered by an all-new 1,203 cc V-twin engine making 120 bhp & 112.5 Nm) Inspired by Indian's championship-winning FTR 750 flat-track race bike, the FTR series gets a new liquid-cooled 1,203cc V-twin engine which makes 120 bhp and 112.5 Nm of peak torque while being paired to a 6-speed gearbox. The FTR 1200 S gets...

Indian Motorcycle India will officially be launched the Indian FTR 1200 S and the FTR 1200 S Race Replica in India today. Indian Motorcycle had already announced the prices of the two bikes in December 2018. The Indian FTR 1200 S was priced at Rs. 14.99 lakh and the FTR 1200 S Race Replica was priced at Rs. 15.49 lakh (ex-showroom, India). This is the first instance that a brand new model from Indian Motorcycle is not a chrome laden heavy set cruiser but a lithe, agile motorcycle with a flat-track design.  Also Read: Indian Motorcycle To Launch Two New FTR 1200 Based Models (Indian will launch two variants of the FTR 1200, the FTR 1200 S and the FTR 1200 S Race Replica) The rear swingarm and the silhouette of the fuel tank on the motorcycle is a nod to the model's flat-track design heritage. It is inspired by Indian's championship-winning FTR 750 flat-track race bike. The FTR 1200 series gets a brand new liquid-cooled 1,203cc V-twin motor pumping out 120 bhp and 112.5 ...