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Himalayan 450, Speed 400 Introductory Offers End

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450

RE Himalayan 450 & Triumph Speed 400 Set For Price Hike From January 2024

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 was unveiled last month at the 2023 MotoVerse event in Goa, carrying introductory pricing of Rs 2.69 lakh for the Kaza Brown variant. Royal Enfield has now indicated these prices will remain applicable only till December 31, 2023. Prices of bike has been increased, with effect from 1st January.

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 prices hiked by up to Rs 16,000

The base variant, Kaza Brown, was launched at a starting price of Rs 2.69 lakh. The Slate Himalayan Salt and the Slate Poppy Blue were priced at Rs 2.74 lakh. The Kamet White was priced at Rs 2.79 lakh, whereas the top-spec Hanle Black model was launched at Rs 2.84 lakh. Checkout the increase price below in the table.

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2024 Himalayan 450 Price Hike

The biggest price hike is Rs 16k for the base-spec Kaza Brown colour option. It is now available at a starting price of Rs 2.85 lakh. The Slate Himalayan Salt and Slate Poppy Blue have become costlier by Rs 15k. They are priced at Rs 2.89 lakh.

Prices of Kamet White and Hanle Black have been increased by Rs 14,000. These are now available at a starting price of Rs 2.93 lakh and Rs 2.98 lakh, respectively. With the increased prices.

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Triumph Speed 400 price hiked by Rs 10,000

To ensure the best deal, Triumph Speed 400 was launched at an exciting price tag of Rs 2.23 lakh.  This was originally limited to the first 10,000 customers, after which a price hike of Rs 10,000 was announced.

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Triumph Speed 400 Price

With the new year, Triumph is finally ending the initial offer price. As a result, Speed 400 is now available at a starting price of Rs 2.33 lakh. Even at this price, Triumph Speed 400 is one of the best VFM bikes in the sub-500cc segment.

Powering the bike is a 398cc, liquid-cooled, single cylinder engine that generates 40 PS and 37.5 Nm. It is mated to a 6-speed gearbox.

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Kawasaki Eliminator Launched In India At Rs 5.62 Lakh

2024 Kawasaki Eliminator

Kawasaki Eliminator cruiser 2024 launched in India at Rs 5.62 lakh

Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer Kawasaki has launched the the 2024 Eliminator in India. It is priced from Rs 5.62 lakh ex-sh in India.  The power cruiser was unveiled at India Bike Week 2023.

Kawasaki Eliminator styling

Kawasaki Eliminator seems like a modern interpretation of a cruiser. The Eliminator will be available in a single colour option – Metallic Flat Spark Black and the deliveries are set to begin by the end of January 2024.

This motor gets a 6.8mm longer stroke, a larger airbox and bigger 32mm throttle bodies.

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Kawasaki Eliminator with 451cc

If we talk about features, the cruiser comes equipped with a round LCD instrument console and gives out readings such as speedometer, digital bar-style tachometer, gear position indicator, clock, odometer, dual trip meters, fuel gauge, remaining fuel range, current and average fuel consumption, coolant temperature, maintenance reminder, smartphone mail and call notices.

It also comes with smartphone connectivity through Kawasaki’s Rideology app.

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Kawasaki Eliminator performance

The bike debuts a new 451cc parallel twin motor that is borrowed from the engine in the Kawasaki Ninja 400. It deliver 48 hp of max power and 37 Nm of peak torque.This motor gets a 6.8mm longer stroke, a larger airbox and bigger 32mm throttle bodies and makes 45.4PS at 9000rpm and 42.6Nm at 6000rpm. Paired with a 6-speed gearbox.

Kawasaki Eliminator comes with a kerb weight of just 176kg, the Eliminator is a pretty lightweight motorcycle for the 450cc cruiser segment along with Steel trellis frame suspended on telescopic fork and dual shock absorbers.

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Kawasaki Eliminator cruiser

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2024 Bajaj Chetak Premium Spied At Dealer – More Range, TFT Dash

2024 Bajaj Chetak Premium

2024 Bajaj Chetak Premium Spied: Increased Range and TFT Dash

The Bajaj Chetak is set to get an update in the Indian market with the launch of the Premium variant scheduled for 5 January. The biggest change to the Chetak is to its instrumentation. Gone is the circular screen that has made way for a colour TFT unit.

This unit will come with Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation as well ride modes. That said, we are yet to know if Bajaj will deviate from the 2.9kWh battery pack to a bigger and better performing unit. However, we can be sure of an increase in riding range, just like the Chetak Urbane version.

Bajaj might introduce connectivity features through the TFT display, allowing riders to pair their smartphones with the scooter. This could enable features like navigation, call alerts, and music control directly from the scooter’s dashboard, enhancing convenience and safety.

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Bajaj Chetak Premium

It enables Bluetooth connectivity while a turn-by-turn navigation system will help largely for city users. The new version gets a remote immobiliser, TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System), call and SMS notifications along with the music. The under-storage capacity has grown by 3 litres to 21 litres and no changes have been made as far as ride modes (Eco and Sports) are concerned.

The top speed has increased to 73 kmph but it is nowhere near some of its main competitors. The charging time is also up by half an hour and it is unknown whether the electric motor will have higher capacity or not.

With the additional features and changes, we can expect Bajaj to increase the price of the Chetak Premium by a few thousand rupees over the previous Rs 1.20 lakh pricing.

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2024 Kawasaki ZX-6R Launched In India At Rs. 11.09 Lakh

2024 Kawasaki ZX-6R

Kawasaki ZX-6R launched in India boasts a higher 130 bhp peak power from its 636cc in-line 4 engine

Team Green Returns after more than three years. We are talking about the new Ninja ZX-6R in all its glory. After being showcased at the 2023 iteration of the India Bike Week, the 2024 Kawasaki ZX-6R has been launched at Rs 11.09 lakh (ex-sh). This is a recurring model for Indian market that was earlier on sale a couple of years ago.

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2024 Kawasaki ZX-6R price & colours

At Rs 11.09 lakh, the Kawasaki ZX-6R’s closest rival in terms of price, capability and performance is the Rs 11.81 lakh Street Triple RS. In Kawasaki’s lineup, the ZX-6R is positioned in between the Z900 (Rs 9.29 lakh) and the Kawasaki Ninja 1000 SX (Rs 12.20 lakh).

Green has introduced the supersport in two colours — Metallic Graphite Grey / Metallic Diablo Black and Lime Green / Ebony, but unfortunately, not the 40th year anniversary edition.

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2024 Kawasaki ZX-6R Colour

The ZX-6R now gets four riding modes – Sport, Road, Rain and Rider (customisation) – which each have a preset level of power and traction control, except the Rider mode.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R specs

The liquid-cooled, 636cc, inline-four engine is now rated for a maximum of 129hp at 13,000rpm and 69Nm of torque at 11,000rpm, which is a decrease of 1hp and 1.8Nm over the BS4 bike. Weight has also gone up to 198kg, an increase of 2 kilos over its predecessor.

6-speed gearbox, slipper clutch, sealed chain, Kawasaki Traction Control (KRTC), power modes (Full/Low), Kawasaki Intelligent ABS (KIBS), and Kawasaki Quick Shifter (KQS) (upshifts only) are part of package too. There is an eco riding indicator too and the 4.3-inch TFT display offers smartphone connectivity.

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2024 Kawasaki ZX-6R -front view

Suspension setup includes 41mm Showa Big Piston (SFF-BP) USD telescopic front forks and Uni-Trak gas-charged rear mono-shock. Both suspensions get compression, rebound and preload adjustability. The 17-inch alloy wheels are wrapped with 120-70 front and 185-55 rear tyres.

Dropping anchors on this beast are dual 310mm discs at the front with radially-mounted 4-piston calipers and a single 220mm disc at the rear with a single-piston caliper. All of this is mounted on an aluminium perimeter frame with a 1,400 mm wheelbase and 129.5 mm ground clearance. Fuel tank is 17L in capacity and has a 198 kg kerb weight.

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New RE Himalayan 452 vs KTM Adventure 390 Drag Race

Royal Enfield has launched the Himalayan 452 on November 7th, and from the looks, the adventure bike looks really promising.

This drag race between the new RE Himalayan 452 and KTM Adventure 390 is quite intense. One could argue that both these motorcycles are primarily used for off-roading scenarios.

However, most people would use it on the highways in most cases. Hence, a highway performance comparison is essential. The Himalayan 452 recently received a massive update with a new engine and components to make it more nimble and manoeuvrable during off-roading.

Moreover, it also offers better highway performance. On the other hand, the KTM Adventure 390 has always been a mighty impressive motorcycle on the highway, as well as off-tarmac. Let us take a look at the details of this drag race.

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New RE Himalayan 452 vs KTM Adventure 390 Drag Race

This video comes from Solo Traveler on YouTube. The YouTuber has the two bikes for this race. In the first round, as both riders accelerate, the two bikes stay neck-to-neck. It was only after a while that the KTM started to take a slight lead. In some time, the KTM races ahead. Still, the difference was not too huge.

In fact, by the end, the Himalayan almost caught up with the Adventure. For the second, the duo decides to swap riders to ensure consistency of results and take into consideration the riding mannerisms. This time around, the KTM took the lead from the beginning. However, toward the end, the Himalayan almost caught up again. Therefore, while the Adventure is the overall winner, the Himalayan displayed a commendable performance.

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Specifications Comparison

Specifications Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 KTM 390 AdventureEngine Single-Cylinder, Liquid-cooled engine Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, DOHC, F.I. Engine Displacement 451.65cc 373.27 cc Power 39.45 BHP 42.31 BHP Torque 40 NM 37 NM Transmission Type 6 Speed Gearbox 6-speed Gearbox Top Speed 150+ KMPH 155 KMPH

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Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 vs KTM 390 Adventure: Features

SPECIFICATIONS Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 KTM 390 Adventure Headlamps LED LED Taillamps LED LED Wheel Size and Types 19-inch alloy/spoke wheels – Front 17-inch alloy/spoke wheels – Rear 19-inch alloy/spoke wheels – Front 17-inch alloy/spoke wheels – Rear Seat Type Split Split Instrument Cluster Digital Digital Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel Brakes Front and rear Disc Front and rear Disc Traction Control Yes Yes Quickshifter – Yes

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Aprilia RS 457 Accessories list Revealed

Aprilia RS 457

The official accessories list for the RS 457 revealed, launched in India at Rs 4.1 lakh (ex-showroom)

Aprilia has entered the fully-faired multi-cylinder bike segment in India with the launch of the RS 457. Priced attractively at Rs. 4.1 lakh (ex-showroom). Now, the company has revealed official accessories checklist too.

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Aprilia RS 457 Accessories Checklist Revealed

Earlier this month, Aprilia launched RS 457 in India at 10th anniversary of IBW held at Vagator, Goa. RS 457 has an attractive price tag of Rs. 4.1 lakh (ex-sh). Bookings for a similar have commenced since 15th of December. The bike is locally manufactured at Piaggio’s plant in Baramati, Maharashtra, therefore the tempting worth.

Aprilia has listed down 10 accessories sold alongside RS 457 on its official brochure. These equipment embrace an electronic antitheft, front brake lever protection, assembly system for electronic anti-theft, internal bike cover, external bike cover, helmet lock, USB charging, high windscreen, heel guard and front axle protector.

Apriliaridersclubbengaluru has provided an additional set of accessories for RS 457 customers to consider. This additional list encompasses 18 extra items beyond those outlined in the brochure

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Aprilia RS 457 Accessories Checklist

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The checklist seen on official brochure feels barely lighter than what Aprilia is providing. We are saying this as a result of Aprilia had promised a bi-directional quick-shifter as an accessory too, which is missing in the brochure.

This snippet could also be part of Aprilia’s blurb and comprises 28 accessories, which is 18 more than the ones listed on Aprili RS 457 accessories checklist on brochure. Main amongst these are TPMS, side panniers, side pannier holders, tank bags, MIA control unit, a bi-directional quick-shifter and racing brake pads.

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Aprilia Tuono 457 Noticed Testing?

Aprilia Tuono

The Aprilia Tuono 457 will come powered by a 457cc, parallel twin-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine

Aprilia RS 457’s naked version, which is more likely to be known as Aprilia Tuono 457, has been spotted testing in Europe. A couple of days again, the design head hinted the opportunity of the naked model and now we are able to see the primary spy pictures of the take a look at mule.

Whereas the take a look at mule seems to be a modern retro bike, it’s extremely attainable that the bike maker is testing the Tuono in a disguised avatar or they could be getting ready to introduce an all-new product based on the 457 platform.

The brand new bike is expected to be positioned below the Aprilia RS 457 within the bikemaker’s lineup undercutting the launch price of the RS 457, set at Rs. 4.1 lakhs (ex-showroom).

Whereas it’s presently under development, the brand new bike is expected to be manufactured in India at Aprilia’s Baramati plant in India for the domestic and export markets.

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Aprilia Tuono

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The prototype motorcycle comes with an upside-down fork on the front and a box-section rear swingarm with a single shock absorber. It’s anticipated to characteristic the same twin-cylinder engine producing 47.6 BHP and 43.5 Nm torque, paired with a 6-speed gearbox.

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Ather 200,000th Unit Rolls Out

Ather 200,000th Unit Rolls Out

The company reported gross sales of 9,344 units in November 2023, marking a year-on-year increase of 22.5 per cent

Ather Energy confirmed on social media that they’ve rolled out their 200,000th vehicle from its Horus facility in Tamil Nadu. electric two-wheelers have been registering strong growth over the last few years.

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Ather 100k to 200k in 11 months

Ather had launched the 450X and 450 Plus in January 2020. The company achieved the 100k milestone in January 2023. Gross sales growth may have been quicker, however the pandemic threw a spanner within the works. Sales are much better now, as evident with Ather reaching the production milestone of 200,000 units. Looks like the proper ending to the present year and loads of motivation and confidence to achieve newer milestones in 2024.

As of now, Ather portfolio has 450X and 450S electric scooters. 450S is the most reasonably priced, available at a beginning price of Rs 1,29,999 in Bengaluru. It was launched earlier this yr in August, together with the brand new 450X. With an reasonably priced base mannequin, Ather has been in a position to goal a bigger customer base.

450S has a certified range of 115 km, whereas true vary is 90 km. High pace is mounted at 90 km/h. Ather 450S can speed up from 0 to 40 km/h in simply 3.9 seconds. The scooter has loads of tech options comparable to park help, auto maintain, side stand sensor, auto indicator cut-off, incognito mode and guide-me-home mild.

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Ather 200,000th Unit

The top-spec variant is 450X, accessible with battery options of two.9 kWh and three.7 kWh. Prices begin at Rs 1.38 lakh and Rs 1.45 lakh, respectively, in Bengaluru. Whereas prime speed is fixed at 90 km/h for each, the certified vary is 111 km and 150 km, respectively.

True range works out at 90 km and 110 km. Each variants of 450X are equipped with a 7-inch TFT touchscreen. Safety kit contains options like emergency stop signal (ESS), fall safe and dual disc brakes. A spread of connectivity options can be found by way of the Ather smartphone app.

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Ather 450 Apex Electric Scooter Bookings Open

Ather Energy has not too long ago opened bookings for its highly anticipated 450 Apex model on their official website. You’ll be able to e-book the electric scooter for Rs. 2500, which is absolutely refundable.

Deliveries for the same will commence in March 2024. Ather is also working on a family electric scooter which will be making its India debut in 2024.

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New RE Himalayan 452 vs KTM Adventure 390 Drag Race

Royal Enfield has launched the Himalayan 452 on November 7th, and from the looks, the adventure bike looks really promising.

This drag race between the new RE Himalayan 452 and KTM Adventure 390 is quite intense. One could argue that both these motorcycles are primarily used for off-roading scenarios.

However, most people would use it on the highways in most cases. Hence, a highway performance comparison is essential. The Himalayan 452 recently received a massive update with a new engine and components to make it more nimble and manoeuvrable during off-roading.

Moreover, it also offers better highway performance. On the other hand, the KTM Adventure 390 has always been a mighty impressive motorcycle on the highway, as well as off-tarmac. Let us take a look at the details of this drag race.

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New RE Himalayan 452 vs KTM Adventure 390 Drag Race

This video comes from Solo Traveler on YouTube. The YouTuber has the two bikes for this race. In the first round, as both riders accelerate, the two bikes stay neck-to-neck. It was only after a while that the KTM started to take a slight lead. In some time, the KTM races ahead. Still, the difference was not too huge.

In fact, by the end, the Himalayan almost caught up with the Adventure. For the second, the duo decides to swap riders to ensure consistency of results and take into consideration the riding mannerisms. This time around, the KTM took the lead from the beginning. However, toward the end, the Himalayan almost caught up again. Therefore, while the Adventure is the overall winner, the Himalayan displayed a commendable performance.

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Specifications Comparison

Specifications Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 KTM 390 AdventureEngine Single-Cylinder, Liquid-cooled engine Single Cylinder, 4-Valve, DOHC, F.I. Engine Displacement 451.65cc 373.27 cc Power 39.45 BHP 42.31 BHP Torque 40 NM 37 NM Transmission Type 6 Speed Gearbox 6-speed Gearbox Top Speed 150+ KMPH 155 KMPH

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Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 vs KTM 390 Adventure: Features

SPECIFICATIONS Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 KTM 390 Adventure Headlamps LED LED Taillamps LED LED Wheel Size and Types 19-inch alloy/spoke wheels – Front 17-inch alloy/spoke wheels – Rear 19-inch alloy/spoke wheels – Front 17-inch alloy/spoke wheels – Rear Seat Type Split Split Instrument Cluster Digital Digital Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel Brakes Front and rear Disc Front and rear Disc Traction Control Yes Yes Quickshifter – Yes

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Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 wins Indian Motorcycle of The Year 2024

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The Indian Motorcycle of the Year (IMOTY) for 2024 has been announced, and the Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 secured this prestigious title. It was followed by the Triumph Scrambler 400X and the KTM 390 Duke in second and third place respectively.

The Himalayan 450 was part of seven motorcycles that were selected for the final jury round. Among these were bikes from various segments- modern-classic, sports bike, street naked and adventure as well. And interestingly five out of seven contenders were from the 400-500 cc category.

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Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 : IMOTY

The Indian Motorcycle of the Year is a highly esteemed award, paralleling the Indian Car of the Year, and is adjudicated by a panel of seasoned journalists from prominent magazines and media outlets.

Among the distinguished 14-member jury are Dipayan Dutta, Assistant Editor at Auto Today, and Rahul Ghosh, Associate Editor at Auto Today. Each jury member possesses 25 points to allocate among five worthy contenders, with a cap of 10 points for a single nominee.

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Royal Enfield Himalayan

This bike has been extensively updated, including a new Sherpa 450 engine and a new steel twin-spar tubular frame chassis. The new engine now has 39.5bhp and 40Nm of torque.

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Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – Side View

It comes mated to a six-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch as standard. Other features include a colour TFT screen with Google Maps and Bluetooth connectivity. Moreover, it also gets switchable ABS and ride-by-wire throttle.

The Himalayan 450 weighs 196kg, a few kgs lighter than the 411 while the fuel tank capacity is increased to 17 litres.

Royal Enfield Himalayan Price

The pricing of the Himalayan is attractively positioned, ranging from Rs 2.69 lakh to Rs 2.84 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory). This competitive pricing adds to the allure of the Himalayan, making it an enticing choice for motorcycle enthusiasts looking for both performance and value.

While these prices will stay firm until the 31st of December, 2023, Royal Enfield plans to hike it from the 1st of January, 2024. Buyers are likely to pay up to Rs. 10,000 extra for the all-new Himayalan after the price hike in January 2024.

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Royal Enfield Goan 350 Name Trademarked

Royal Enfield Launches

Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350 will focus on a more comfortable riding stance, best suited for long distance journeys

Royal Enfield is currently working on a slew of new motorcycles based on its three main platforms, the J-series 350cc, twin-cylinder 650cc and the latest Sherpa 450cc liquid-cooled engine. The 350cc category is the highest-selling and most popular choice amongst customers.

Royal Enfield has a strong grasp of the 350cc segment with bestsellers like Classic 350, Bullet 350, Hunter 350 and Super Meteor 350.Coming soon is the Goan Classic 350 that will further strengthen Royal Enfield’s entry-level portfolio.

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Royal Enfield Trademarks

Goan Classic 350 name is likely to be used for the bobber-style motorcycle that has been spotted on road tests multiple times in recent months.

The name seems to have been inspired by the party capital of India – Goa, which also sits well with the bike maker as Royal Enfield has its Garage Cafe in Goa, and celebrates its annual motorcycle festival, Motoverse aka Rider Mania, in the state as well.

How is Goan Classic 350 different from Classic 350?

Spy images of the 350cc bobber have revealed that while the bike will carry traditional Royal Enfield design cues, critical changes will lead to very different ergonomics from the rest of the 350cc models.

For instance, the forward-set foot pegs will be complemented by taller handlebars twisted towards the rider. This will lend the bike an appearance of a traditional American chopper.

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Goan Classic 350 name trademarked in India

Taller handlebars can contribute to improved back posture, better control on challenging terrains, and increased stability.

Goan Classic 350 could also see changes in the seat design and seat height. A test mule spotted recently was seen with a rear pillion seat. This could be made available via a separate variant or as an accessory.

The bobber 350 could also have slightly forward set footpegs. Test mule sightings also reveal that Goan Classic 350 will have a different exhaust tip. As a result, it is likely that the exhaust note will also be distinct.

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Goan Classic 350 specs, performance

Most of the hardware for the bobber version will be the same as Classic 350. Typical bobber motorcycles have a longer wheelbase. But that’s not the case with the Goan Classic 350. Royal Enfield has favoured a mild bobber look and feel, instead of going for a full-fledged makeover. The latter could have necessitated major tweaks to the platform, which in turn will increase development and production cost. Goan Classic 350 will have the same 1,390 mm of wheelbase as Classic 350.

Since we expect the Goan Classic 350 to be a special edition model, the underpinnings and engine might remain unchanged. So, the motorcycle will use a 349cc, air/oil-cooled motor that will make 20.2bhp at 6,100rpm and 27Nm at 4,000rpm. The engine will come paired with a five-speed gearbox.

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Tork Electric Scooter Noticed Testing For The First Time

New Tork electric scooter

Tork appears to be making ready to cater to the reasonably priced electric bike and electric scooter segment

For the very first time, a Tork electric bike and scooter has been seen present process testing. That is correct! This Pune-based electric vehicle startup, which has primarily focused on bikes till now, seems to be expanding its lineup into a brand new category.

Tork Electric Scooter Spotted Testing For The First Time

As of now, Tork Motors is a leading participant in electric bike space. A phase that has seen limited action when in comparison with electric scooters. With mainstream bike manufacturers like Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha nonetheless absent, there may be some prospective progress opportunity for others and newcomers.

Within the captured spy shots of the Tork e-scooter, there’s quite a bit to glean from its rear end. The pictures clearly showcase a spacious and wide seat, and there is the anticipation of a considerable pillion grab rail located behind it.

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Tork Kratos

Among the many newcomers, now we have Ola Electric and Ather Energy. Along with that mainstream OEMs like TVS, Bajaj and Hero MotoCorp have made their presence known in electric scooter area too. Tork is taking part in its hand on the big desk with big blinds, betting big on its upcoming electrical scooter.

Affordability shall be a vital issue as Tork must develop the electric scooter keeping in thoughts that FAME 2 subsidy will likely be phased out soon. It additionally will get dual rear shock absorbers, along with swingarm covers at either ends.

The horn button on the left switchgear also appears to be built to a price. The centre stand lever seems to be further long, however expect the final manufacturing model to have a more subtle design.

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What to anticipate?

From the looks of it, Tork Motors appears to be capturing for reasonably priced family scooter style, one thing that has gained numerous traction just lately. Players like Simple Energy, TVS, Bajaj Chetak and Ola are already working on this area, whereas Ather has a product under testing. Scooter juggernaut in India, Honda, is planning to begin with this segment too.

There’s a large single-piece seat and below that we will see a wide tail gentle that might be made of LEDs. Manufacturing model will get grab rails too. There could also be a swingarm-mounted electric motor, from the appears of things. We will see a shock absorber on the left side. Due to limited quantity of spy photographs, we will’t say whether or not it’s a single-sided setup or a twin shock absorber setup.

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Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs Super Meteor 650

Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs Super Meteor 650

Royal Enfield is an iconic brand which is considered the Best Bikes globally. Royal Enfield has recently introduced its latest model, the Shotgun 650, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles.

Last year, Royal Enfield gave the world its first twin-cylinder cruiser, the Super Meteor 650. It was everything we expected from the brand, topped off with a load of first-time tidbits for an Enfield. Now, you have another 650cc RE cruiser motorcycle on offer, the just-revealed Shotgun 650.

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Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs Super Meteor 650 – Specs Comparison

RE Super Meteor 650

RE Super Meteor 650

The Super Meteor 650 comes with the familiar 648-cc parallel twin air-oil-cooled 2-cylinder engine which generates a healthy 47 PS @7,250 RPM and 52.3 Nm @5,650 RPM of peak power and torque.

This engine pairs to a 6-speed transmission with a wet, multi-plate clutch. It gets disc brakes at the front and rear. The fuel tank capacity is a handy 15.7 litres. Being a large cruiser motorcycle, it offers a decent mileage of around 25 km/l.

Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs Super Meteor 650 engine

The cruiser is available in three variants — Astral, Interstellar and Celestial, and seven colour vibrant options – Astral Black, Astral Blue, Astral Green, Interstellar Gray, Interstellar Green, Celestial Red, and Celestial Blue.

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RE Shotgun 650

In contrast, the RE Shotgun 650 will also come with the same powertrain. We have to wait for differences in the output of the Shotgun.

Still, we know the kind of power and torque it would generate based on the powertrain from the Super Meteor. However, the difference will lie in the engine casing.

RE Shotgun 650

The Shotgun 650 is likely to get a blacked-out treatment, whereas it gets a glossy finish in the Super Meteor 650. Apart from that, the crankcase cover on the Shotgun will get the ‘Royal Enfield’ logo in comparison to the ‘RE’ logo in the Super Meteor 650. It will have a fuel tank capacity of 13.8 litres.

Both motorcycles will be underpinned by the same steel tubular spine frame and an identical suspension setup. This includes a 43 mm inverted fork at the front with 120 mm travel and twin shock absorbers at the rear with preload adjustability.

RE Shotgun 650

The wheel travel on the Shotgun would be 90 mm in comparison to 101 mm in Super Meteor. Similarly, the brake setup will be identical too. This means that there will be a 320 mm disc at the front and a 300 mm disc at the rear with twin-piston floating callipers at both ends.

The dual-channel ABS will come as standard.SpecificationsRE Shotgun 650RE Super Meteor 650 Engine 648-cc parallel twin 2-cylinder 648-cc parallel twin 2-cylinder Power 47 PS 47 PS Torque 52.3 Nm 52.3 Nm Transmission 6-speed 6-speed Front Brake Disc 320 mm 320 mm Rear Brake Disc 300 mm 300 mm Fuel Tank 13.8 L 15.7 L

Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 vs Super Meteor 650 – Price Comparison

The RE Super Meteor 650 ranges from Rs 3.61 lakh and Rs 3.91 lakh, ex-showroom. On the other hand, the prices of the Shotgun will be announced at the official launch event.

Still, the official website mentions an ex-showroom price of Rs 4.25 lakh. But it’s not sure whether this is for the base model or the top model.PriceRE Super Meteor 650RE Shotgun 650 Base Trim Rs 3.61 lakh Rs 4.25 lakh (exp.) Top Trim Rs 3.91 lakhkh Rs 4.25 lakh (exp.)

Dimensions Comparison

In terms of the dimensions, the Super Meteor will have a slight edge. That is because it is a cruiser biker, whereas the Shotgun is a Bobber bike. Therefore, the latter will be slightly shorter and higher up the ground.DimensionsRE Shotgun 650RE Super Meteor 650 Wheelbase 1,465 mm 1,500 mm Ground Clearance 140 mm 135 mm Seat Height 795 mm 740 mm Kerb Weight 240 kg 241 kg Front Tyre 100/90-18 100/90-19 Rear Tyre 150/70-17 150/80-16

Design Comparison

The two motorcycles will borrow a lot of design elements. However, staying true to their silhouette – Cruiser and Bobber, there will be alterations which will tell each other apart.

Apart from that, there will be distinctions in headlight design, turn indicators (on headlight cowl on Shotgun instead of the fork on Cruiser), and mid-step footpegs on the Bobber with a flat handlebar.

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RE Shotgun 650

Essentially, the Bobber will have an upright stance. On the other hand, the foot pegs on the Super Meteor 650 will have a forward-set configuration with a curved handlebar. As a result, it will offer a more laid-back stance for the rider, a typical trait of any cruiser bike.

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Simple Energy Dot One Launched, Priced At Rs. 1 Lakh

Simple Energy Dot One Launched

Simple Energy Dot One launched at Rs 1 lakh, gets 160km IDC range

Bengaluru-based EV startup Simple Energy has launched its latest electric scooter, the Simple Dot One. Priced at an introductory rate of Rs. 99,999/- (ex-showroom Bangalore).

According to the company the official launch price for new customers, which will be “slightly higher”, and will be revealed in January 2024. Simple One has opened bookings online although.

The Simple Dot One will be offered in a single variant and houses a 3.7 kWh battery pack that comes with a certified range of 151 km, which the company says is the longest in its category. Propelling this scooter forward will be a 8.5 kW electric motor rated to belt out 72 Nm of peak torque.

Other features include 12-inch wheels on both ends wrapped in tubeless tyres. Simple Energy claimed acceleration timing of 0 to 40 km/hr in 2.77 seconds, Simple Energy says it is the fastest electric two-wheeler in its segment

The model is available in amazing colour options: Namma Red, Brazen Black, Grace White, Azure Blue, LightX, and BrazenX. Deliveries will commence in Bangalore and extend to other cities in a phased manner.

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Simple Dot One Black

The Dot One comes equipped with specially designed tyres aimed at maximising on-road range. The model features 12-inch wheels on both ends paired with 90-90 tubeless tyres.

The Dot One is a sleek electric two-wheeler with dimensions of 1,907 mm in length, 758 mm in width, and 1,170 mm in height. It weighs 126 kg.

The Dot One houses a 3.7 kWh battery capacity and an 8.5 kW electric motor, delivering a peak torque output of 72 Nm. Safety features include CBS and disc brakes. It has a 35-litre under-seat storage compartment and features a touchscreen instrument cluster with app connectivity.

At this price point, the Simple Energy Dot One competes with the Ola S1 X that comes with a price tag of Rs. 90,000/- (ex-showroom). What are your thoughts on this new electric scooter? Let us know in the comments below.

Simple Dot One Black

Simple Dot One

Simple Dot One Black

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Benelli BKX 300 Debuts – New ADV Bike, Launch In 2024

Benelli BKX 300 Debuts

Powered by a 292cc motor, it will be offered in China and exported to European markets

For budding fans, Benelli has unveiled an all-new BKX 300 adventure bike. It’s primarily targeted on the younger generation of riders who have a better propensity to move freely and explore new routes.

Benelli BKX 300 will go on sale in China in 2024. It can even be available in a number of European markets.

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Benelli BKX 300 specs, efficiency

Benelli ADV is powered by a brand new 292cc, single-cylinder engine that makes around 29bhp of peak power.

This engine sits inside a double cradle steel frame and is provided with 41mm USD forks up front with 1800mm of travel and a monoshock on the rear.

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The motorcycle features a 19-inch front and a 17-inch rear wheels. In terms of instrumentation, the motorcycle gets an LCD dash, while also featuring a USB charger.

The braking duties are handled by a 280cc brake disc with a four-piston calliper on the front and a 240mm disc with a single-piston calliper on the again.

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Benelli BKX 300

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Ola S1 X+ prices slashed by Rs 20,000– offer valid till 31 Dec

Ola S1 X+

Deliveries for the S1 X+ will start this week, the EV maker has confirmed

Ola has introduced an enticing discount of Rs 20,000 on its premium electric scooter, the S1 X+, bringing its ex-showroom price down to Rs 89,999.

This offer is part of the company’s ‘December to Remember’ campaign and is valid till the 31st December 2023.

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Ola S1 X+ Price Slashed By Rs. 20,000

The Ola S1 X+ has gotten a discount of Rs 20,000, which means the electric scooter is now priced at Rs 89,999.

The announcement on the comes days after the Bengaluru-based EV startup announced that it will be launching an affordable variant of its maiden product, the Simple One, on December 15. Christened as ‘Dot One’ .

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Ola S1 X+ Prices Slashed By Rs 20,000

Ola Electric’s sales performance for November 2023 witnessed its highest-ever monthly sales with over 30,000 registrations. The sales can be attributed to the festive season, which helped the company achieve the number.

Company provide other feature like The company is providing multiple financing options for its e-scooters discounts up to Rs 5,000 on select credit cards,down payment, zero processing fee, and a very low interest rate of 6.99 %.

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S1 X+ pack Specifications

Ola S1 X+ Price

The Ola S1 X+ electric scooter is equipped with a 3 kWh battery and has a certified range of 151 km. With a 6 kW motor, the S1 X+ can reach a speed of 0–40 kmph in just 3.3 seconds and has a top speed of 90 kmph.

In terms of features, the S1 X+ comes with a 5.5-inch display, a digital key, cruise control, and smart connectivity.

There are three riding modes too – Eco, Normal and Sports.

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India’s first Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 delivered

Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 – Front View

India’s first-ever buyer, Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 adventure bike, has been delivered! Just lately, the pictures of the nation’s first buyer, Himalayan 452, have been shared on Instagram by Carbon Racing Inc on their page.

The images present the delivery of the brand-new bike on the Royal Enfield dealership in Tumkur, Karnataka. This explicit bike has been completed within the shade of Hanle Black, which has been priced at Rs 2.84 lakh, and it’s the costliest colour possibility within the lineup.

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The images have been shared with the caption, “Some special moments captured from the delivery of the First-Ever Himalayan 450 Delivery in India.

Heartfelt because of Bhagavathi Motors Tumkur for accommodating our request for delivery, a day forward of the other deliveries in different showrooms.”

The publish additionally confirmed that it has been up to date within the supplier community portal that it’s the first Himalayan 452 delivered in India.

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Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 launched

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 452 is the most recent and most rugged bike within the Chennai-based bikemakers’ portfolio in India. It will get an all-new lighter and stronger metal, twin-spar tubular body.

The Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 offers fans a choice of five exciting colour option: Kaza Brown, Salte Himalayan Salt, Slate Poppy Blue, Hanle Black, and Kamet White.

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Engine and suspension

The new Royal Enfield Himalayan 450 features a 452 cc single-cylinder, SOHC setup with a liquid-cooled engine. This engine, known as the Sherpa 450, generates 40 PS of power at 8,000 rpm and 40 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm and has a fuel tank capacity of 17 litres.

Pricing

Royal Enfield has launched the brand new Himalayan 452 journey bike with a beginning value of Rs 2.69 lakh, which can go all the best way as much as Rs 2.84 lakh. The corporate has introduced that this pricing will likely be legitimate until midnight on December 31, 2023.

The bottom variant, which is the Kaza Brown coloured mannequin, has been priced at Rs 2.69 lakh. In the meantime, the Move variant, which will likely be supplied in Slate Himalayan Salt and Slate Poppy Blue colour, has been priced at Rs 2.74 lakh.

The summit variant supplied in Kamet White has been priced at Rs 2.79 lakh. In the meantime, the Summit variant in Hanle Black colour has been priced at Rs 2.84 lakh.