New Bike Launches in India

Since its launch the BMW S1000RR has ushered in a revolution in terms of both technology and sales for the Bavarian giant.

However, BMW Motorrad is now recalling S1000RR motorcycles from both the 2012 and 2013 model years due to side-stand problems. Although the scale of recall is initially only in the US market, sources have revealed that the recall could be on a global scale in coming months. In a document filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, USA, BMW Motorrad stated that the side-stand bolts may loosen due to a manufacturing flaw, and as a result the stand can separate from the motorcycle’s frame.

BMW US has also pointed out that the possibility of injury to a rider or bystanders due to the side-stand of the motorcycle is quite high, and they have stated that the problem affects a total of 2,385 S1000RR bikes built from September 2011 through December 2012. As per the recall BMW dealers will clean the side-stand mounting plate threads and replace the side-stand mounting plate bolts, free of cost. The recall is expected to begin next month in the US of A, while recall is stated to take place in the other global markets very soon. Owners may contact BMW Motorrad at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Source: Wall Street Journal

Pune-based motorcycle marque, Bajaj Auto Ltd, are all set to introduce an all-new 100-cc motorcycle to offer ‘excitement’ in the mass market segment.

Bajaj plan to launch the bike on the 7^th of January 2013.It is unclear though whether this new offering will belong to the Discover or Boxer sub-brands.

Speaking to the media, Bajaj Auto President K Srinivas said, “It will be the most expensive 100-cc bike ever launched and will be the most advanced technologically.” Information regarding the price and technical specifications of this new 100-cc offering are under wraps as of now. Srinivas further said, “Customers in the segment have had to compromise with boring bikes and boring features for the sake of mileage for too long. Bajaj Auto want to offer exciting bikes with exciting features along with good mileage. Customers have started moving towards 125-cc bikes as they offer a lot more features. The new bike, however, will be a mass product.”

The world of high-end racing bicycles welcomed a new member recently with the launch of the exclusive BMC impec Automobili Lamborghini Edition.

BMC’s flagship road bicycle has been spruced up with many high end bells-and-whistles. Riders will enjoy the comfort of a suede saddle as well as handlebars airbrushed in the Aventador LP-700-4’s Argos Orange shade. Other features include the Di2 electronic dérailleur system from Shimano, unbranded carbon fiber rims, and the frame plastered with the Lamborghini logo.

The bicycle will be priced at INR 14.4 lakhs in Europe, which is around INR 5.6 lakhs more than the standard BMC Impec bicycle. BMC is producing only 30 bicycles at its Swiss factory, with bookings to be made at one of the 120 Lamborghini dealers across the world.