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Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) have launched the ‘XL750 Transalp’ at an introductory price of Rs. 11 lakh (ex-showroom). The bike comes to India through the CBU (completely built-up) route from Japan and will be exclusively sold via the premium BigWing Top Line dealerships.
The 2023 Honda CB200X is now OBD2 compliant, comes with new graphics, and an assist and slipper clutch among other features at Rs 1.47 lakh (ex-showroom).
The exclusive Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R has been launched in India for a price of Rs 8.50 lakh (ex-showroom).
One of the most unique bikes in the Indian market today is this 400-cc, inline-four screamer called the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-4R. This is the base variant of the motorcycle and there is also a top-spec ZX-4RR sold in international markets. In terms of styling, this is inspired by its larger siblings, the ZX-6R and the ZX-10R. In India, it will be available only in the ‘Metallic Spark Black’ colour scheme.
The motorcycle complies with the latest BS-VI and OBD norms. At the heart of the Ninja ZX-4R is a 399-cc, in-line, four-cylinder motor churning out 77 hp at 14,500 rpm and a peak torque of 39 Nm at 13,000 rpm. With the Ram Air system, the max power output is increased to 80 hp at 14,500 rpm.
Some of the electronic rider assists include traction control, riding modes, and more. This R variant, unfortunately, misses out on a quickshifter system as standard but can be fit for an additional cost. We hope to ride this screamer soon to bring you our review.
During the media presentation of the Ola S1 Air electric scooter, we were also given the opportunity to briefly experience the new Gen 2 S1 Pro model, albeit for a limited time on the factory premises.
The Ather 450S is a more affordable variant of the popular EV scooter that has been launched to appeal to a wider audience. We recently got to swing a leg over and here are our first impressions.
Story: Azaman Chothia
Photography: Apurva Ambep
