With the introduction of the Indian FTR 1200 S, the American manufacturer has stepped beyond cruiser and touring motorcycles. Here’s what we think after spending some time with their first roadster.
Archives for October 2019
Bajaj Pulsar 125 Sells Over 40,000 Units
The Bajaj Pulsar 125 was launched in August 2019 priced at Rs 63,000 (ex-showroom) making it the most affordable motorcycle in the Pulsar range.
New Kawasaki Z H2 and ZX-25R Showcased
New Indian PowerPlus Engine Their Most Powerful Yet
The new Indian PowerPlus V-twin engine is Indian Motorcycle’s most powerful engine yet. It will make its appearance in the all-new Indian Challenger. [Read more…]
November 2019
A Beacon of Hope
THIS MONTH WE MAY SEE A SLIGHT IMPROVEMENT IN TWO-WHEELER SALES ON ACCOUNT of the festive season; however, the sales will not match last year’s figures during the same period. In spite of the big discounts offered by all the manufacturers, the sales of new bikes are at an all-time low. The premium bike segment seems to be doing all right but that is misleading because it is the success of the Royal Enfield 650 twins; if you look at the sales figures of the other brands, they are all struggling.
The manufacturers are going to have a real challenge in the coming months because they do not know how many bikes they have to manufacture. If they produce too many and are not able to sell everything they make before 31 March 2020, they will have to scrap the stock or offer heavy discounts to shift that stock. In the present market, if they try to sell a BS-VI bike, it costs at least Rs 6,000 to Rs 7,000 more than a BS-IV bike. Imagine trying to sell a Hero Splendor or an Activa at a premium of Rs 6,000 to Rs 7,000 in this market scenario.
This month we bring you the first ride of the all-new KTM 790 Duke and the motorcycle lives up to expectations. We only wish it were a little more affordable. We also have the first ride of the Triumph Street Triple RS from Spain and, last but not least, we have taken the Hero Xpulse to Nepal.
Always think of safety. Wear a helmet and proper shoes when you ride your bike. Please be considerate to other road-users because they may be someone’s mother, father, brother or sister. Remember, there is always somebody waiting for you at home.
Aspi Bhathena
Editor
TVS Moto Soul 2019 Concludes
TVS Motor Company concluded their first bike festival ‘TVS Moto Soul’ held at Hilltop in Vagator, Goa.
Benelli Imperiale 400 India Launch At Rs 1.69 lakh
Benelli Imperiale 400 is here in time for the festive season, offered with a three-years unlimited-kilometre warranty and two-years service as standard. [Read more…]
Triumph Speed Twin India First Ride Review
Don’t be taken in by the docile old-school appearance, for the Triumph Speed Twin comes packed with enough ammo to satisfy your need for speed.
Triumph Motorcycles Announce Diwali Offers
Triumph Motorcycles India are planning to light up Diwali with a range of offers. [Read more…]
Ultraviolette Automotive to Unveil Electric Motorcycle in November
Ultraviolette Automotive will launch a high-performance electric motorcycle, the F-77. [Read more…]