The Royal Enfield Himalayan has clinched the Indian Motorcycle of the Year award at the latest edition of the IMOTY 2024.
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Triumph Introduce New Tiger 900 at IBW
Triumph introduced the new Tiger 900 line-up that includes the Tiger 900 GT and the Tiger 900 Rally Pro, each with significant updates at the India Bike Week 2023.
[Read more…]Bajaj Pulsarmania Finale Held
The Bajaj Pulsarmania Master’s Edition finale took place in Mumbai where 30 top contenders duked it out for the title of “Ultimate Pulsarmaniac” from participants from all over the nation.
[Read more…]Triumph Motorcycles Unveil Stealth Editions at IBW 2023
Triumph Motorcycles, the British brand, established in 1902, commemorates its 10th anniversary in India and unveils five new hand-painted Stealth Limited Editions of modern classics for one year
[Read more…]Gogoro Battery-swapping Ecosystem and CrossOver Scooter Unveiled
Gogoro, a Taiwanese tech giant, have launched their battery-swapping ecosystem and unveiled their first-ever made-in-India smart scooter, the CrossOver GX250.
[Read more…]Kinetic Green Zulu Electric Scooter Launched
The Kinetic Green Zulu electric scooter was launched in India at Rs 94,990 (ex-showroom).
[Read more…]DECEMBER 2023
EICMA Showcases Great Variety
The Milan motorcycle show (EICMA) was held last month and, unlike car shows, the event was abuzz with displays of both electric bikes and internal combustion engine (ICE) bikes. We saw Indian motorcycle manufacturers showcasing world-class electric and ICE motorcycles.
The Hero MotoCorp stand had on display the new Xoom 125-cc scooter, besides a 160-cc moto-scooter and a concept motorcycle, the 2.5R, which is a naked streetfighter. On the electric side, they showcased a new Vida scooter which will go into production soon, an off-road bike, and a small electric bike for children that is adjustable in size to suit kids aged six to nine years. Hero R&D are doing commendable work as regards new models.
The other two Indian manufacturers were Royal Enfield and Ultraviolette. Royal Enfield held the global launch of the new Himalayan 450. They also displayed the electric Himalayan, which was their test mule. Ultraviolette showcased the F77 street bike and the F99 race motorcycle.
The highlight of the Ducati stand was the new Hypermotard 698 Mono, the first single-cylinder in recent times from Ducati. The Honda stand showcased the return of the Honda CBR 600RR. While the Kawasaki stand had the first hybrid production motorcycle, the Ninja 7 Hybrid, on display, Aprilia had the made-in-India RS 457 and RS 660 among the main attractions. For me, the Yamaha XSR900 Eddie Lawson replica was the highlight of the Yamaha stand.
The Chinese manufacturers had a number of bikes on display, but, sadly, their bikes was not up to the mark. It is worth noting in this context that the bikes made by the Indian manufacturers today can hold their own against the best by their global competitors.
Aspi Bhathena
Editor
Orxa Mantis First Ride Review – Work in Progress
We headed to the Meco Kartopia go-kart track for a short first-ride experience astride the Orxa Mantis to see what this new offering is all about
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