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2024 Triumph
Tiger 1200
Triumph Motorcycles has revealed new features and
enhancements for the Tiger 1200 family for 2024,
making the range even more advanced and refined.
T
HE 2024 TRIUMPH TIGER 1200 HAS BEEN UPGRADED. THESE able to make for a smoother and more precise torque delivery in the
include further enhancments to the engine, comfort, ergonomics, low-rpm range. Riders will be able to feel the increased smoothness
and cornering ground clearance, plus a reduced seat height with while accelerating or decelerating, especially at low speeds. Triumph
Active Preload Reduction, and distinctive new colours. have also enhanced the all-day riding comfort for customers looking for
The 1,160-cc, triple-cylinder engine is now said to deliver an even long-distance touring capability. The engine itself is now even smoother
more refined riding experience with superior low-speed control whilst and more refined, thanks to a revised engine balancing strategy, which
retaining the exciting and unmistakable triple character from its T-plane improves comfort through all the key rider touchpoints.
crank. The motor puts out 150 hp at 9,000 rpm and a peak torque of 130 The damped handlebars and risers, which have proven to be popular
Nm at 7,000 rpm. There are changes made to the crankshaft, alternator in the Explorer models, have also been introduced on the GT Pro
rotor, and balancer to increase engine inertia, as well as some for and Rally Pro, delivering a more comfortable and smoother ride with
engine calibration. Triumph say that their engineering team has been increased mirror visibility. The rider seat has been re-designed with a

flatter profile, providing more space for the rider. The accessory low seat
reduces the seat height by 20 mm. This gives the GT Pro an 830-mm seat
height, while it is 855 mm on the Rally Pro model. This accessory low seat
has also been designed to be significantly more comfortable. A longer
clutch lever has also been introduced, providing increased space for a
rider’s fingers adding further comfort, especially on longer journeys.
Triumph have also increased the cornering ground clearance of the Tiger
1200 GT Pro and GT Explorer models by lifting the footpeg positions and
moving them closer to the bike. The new Active Preload Reduction feature,
which was revealed in August 2023, offers a rider greater confidence by
reducing the rear suspension preload as the bike is coming to a stop,
lowering the seat height by up to 20 mm, simply by pressing the ‘Home’
button on the switch cube for one second.
The Tiger 1200 is now available in four variants, with new colours
for 2024. The Tiger 1200 GT Pro and GT Explorer are now available in
eye-catching Carnival Red, as well as the previous options of Snowdonia
White and Sapphire Black. The off-road-focused Tiger 1200 Rally Pro and
Rally Explorer are available in stylish new Matt Sandstorm, and Jet Black
options, as well as the popular Matt Khaki.
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IGNITION
NEWS
BMW Motorrad GS Experience 2024 Commences in India

EXCLUSIVE TO BMW GS OWNERS, THE BMW MOTORRAD GS EXPERIENCE
Level 1 training program is a gateway for riders to learn the basics of off-
road riding. Some great times are in store for adventure bike enthusiasts
as the 2024 BMW Motorrad GS Experience Level 1 training program has
officially commenced in India. It is a two-day program to help riders learn
some tricks of riding adventure bikes on beaten paths as the main USP of
an adventure bike is its off-road prowess and some riders might hesitate
to push to that limit due to reasons such as inexperience. This training
program will comprise basic familiarities of the motorcycle, understanding
the enduro steering, and learning the correct rider position. Also included
in the program are exercises such as riding on inclines, emergency stops
on such inclines and off-road riding. The first day of the training program
will be exclusive to 650-cc and above BMW GS owners, whereas the second
day will cater to BMW G 310 GS riders. The riders will be guided by BMW
Motorrad International Instructor Academy certified trainers. It will be held
across 13 cities: Pune, Surat, Mumbai, Kolkata, Indore, Hyderabad, Jaipur,
Chennai, Lucknow, Kochi, Bengaluru, New Delhi and Chandigarh.
Harley-Davidson India Introduce 2024 Street Glide,

Road Glide and Breakout 117
ICONIC AMERICAN BIKE MANUFACTURERS HARLEY- producing 107 hp at 5,020 rpm and 175 Nm of its shark-nose fairing design updated with fully-
Davidson have unveiled the new Street Glide and torque at 3,500 rpm. The 2024 engine features new integrated LED lighting and a new design for the
Road Glide along with the Breakout 117 cruiser liquid-cooled cylinder heads that optimize thermal windshield. The bike is also 7.3 kg lighter. Another
in India. These 2024 models have been listed comfort for the rider, especially in low-speed riding addition to H-D’s India line-up is the returning
on the website and we can expect pricing to be situations and hot weather. The Street Glide’s Breakout. The new model also gets the Milwaukee-
announced soon. The Street Glide and Road Glide, “batwing” fairing is now more sculpted and has Eight 117 V-twin motor, albeit in a lower state of
apart from some styling updates, also get the integrated LED DRLs. The bike is also 8.2 kg lighter tune, with an output of 102 hp at 5,020 rpm and
new 1,923-cc Milwaukee-Eight 117 V-twin motor than before. The Road Glide, meanwhile, has 168 Nm of torque at 3,500 rpm.
Bounce Infinity’s
Rs 24,000 Price Drop
BOUNCE INFINITY HAVE ANNOUNCED A DROP IN PRICE FOR THEIR E.1 RANGE OF
e-scooters making them more accessible and affordable. The Bounce Infinity
E.1+ will be available at a price of Rs 89,999 (ex-showroom), offering customers
a substantial saving of Rs 24,000 from the original ex-showroom price of Rs 1.13
lakh. The offer is valid till 31 March 2024, and applies across the country. The
Bounce Infinity E.1+ e-scooter gets a 1.9-kWh lithium-ion battery pack that offers
a claimed range of moret than 70 km per charge. It is said to go from 0 to 40
km/h in eight seconds and maxes out at 65 km/h. The battery pack is said to take
about four to five hours to get charged from a regular home socket. Despite the
swappable battery, the electric scooter offers 12-litre under-seat storage space.
The E.1 can be had in five colour options including Sporty Red, Sparkle Black,
Pearl White, Desat Silver, and Comed Grey.

Eurosport is the Home of MotoGP
Broadcasts in India Again
AFTER A YEAR’S HIATUS, BROADCASTING RIGHTS FOR MOTOGP ARE
BACK with Eurosport India. Earlier, the broadcasting network had the
broadcasting rights to MotoGP in India from 2020 to 2022 and, now, this
latest deal will see Eurosport India be the home of MotoGP broadcasts
in India till the end of the 2026 season. Eurosport India take over from
Viacom18, who broadcasted MotoGP races in 2023 via the JioCinema app
and Sports18 TV channels in the country; the latter broadcasting only the
premier-class race. Tour, table tennis, tennis, and football. This news comes off the back of a
MotoGP’s return to Eurosport is welcome as they are a name well-known successful inaugural Grand Prix at the Buddh International Circuit in 2023
for covering plenty of motor sport around the world such as Formula 2, with expectations of a better event this year. It’s also positive for MotoGP
WorldSBK, FIM-EWC, FIA-WEC, DTM, and SpeedwayGP. In India too it covers fans in India as the previous year’s broadcast deal wasn’t publicized as
a range of sports that include pro wrestling, the Tour de France, the PGA much, confusing many folks about where to watch MotoGP in the country.
Yamaha Motor Invest in Electric Scooter

Startup World of River
YAMAHA MOTOR ANNOUNCED THAT THEY HAVE RECENTLY INVESTED as well as to promote domestic manufacturing, and the market for
in World of River Limited, Inc. (hereinafter River), a startup that electric two-wheelers is growing rapidly. Through this investment in
manufactures and sells electric scooters in India. This investment is for River, Yamaha Motor are seeking new business partnerships in India’s EV
River’s Series B round of funding market.
through third-party allotment. In the Yamaha Motor Group
River develop, manufacture, Environmental Plan 2050, the
and sell electric scooters. River xompany has set a goal of
have established River Mobility reducing Scope 3 CO₂ emissions
Private Limited in Bengaluru as (emissions produced from the
a group company. The Indian company’s value chain) by 90 per
government is supporting moves cent by 2050 compared to 2010.
to electrification as part of its This investment is just one of
energy diversification initiatives the company’s initiatives toward
to combat environmental issues achieving this goal.
Ultraviolette Partner with HPCL for E-bike Chargers

ULTRAVIOLETTE AUTOMOTIVE HAVE SIGNED A MEMORANDUM OF
Understanding (MoU) with HPCL (Hindustan Petroleum Corporation
Limited) at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024 to install electric
vehicle (EV) charging stations at key HPCL fuel stations across India. This
partnership builds on HPCL’s extensive retail fuel pump infrastructure to
enable cross-country EV Motorcycle travel.
Ultraviolette’s F77 electric motorcycle offers an IDC range of 307 km on a
single charge, the highest of any electric two-wheeler in India, letting riders
engage in intercity rides.
Under the first phase of this strategic partnership, Ultraviolette will be
setting up charging stations at HPCL retail fuel pumps in 12 select states,
followed by expansion across the country. Ultraviolette’s fast-charging
stations will strategically cover not only national highways and state
highways but also the most remote locations, leveraging HPCL’s vast
network of retail fuel pumps across the geography of India and enabling
Ultraviolette’s EV bikers to travel longer distances in less time.

IGNITION
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Hero Mavrick
HERO HAVE REVEALED THE PRICE OF THE MAVRICK 440, AND IT 36 Nm at 4,000 rpm; just two Nm down on the X440’s 38 Nm. The
starts under Rs 2 lakh, at Rs 1.99 lakh, ex-showroom. Of course, this Mavrick also comes equipped with a slip-and-assist clutch and a six-
price is for the Base variant, available only in a white shade equipped speed transmission, just like X440.
with spoke wheels (in our opinion, spoke wheels do look better on The two bikes share a trellis frame, but there’s a significant
retro-themed motorcycles). The Mid variant, offered in either red difference in suspension. The Mavrick gets 43-mm telescopic forks and
or blue, comes with alloy wheels and is priced at Rs 2.14 lakh, ex- seven-step preload-adjustable twin shock-absorbers. Another notable
showroom. The Top variant gets machined alloy wheels and costs Rs difference is that the Mavrick gets a more modern set-up of dual 17-
2.24 lakh, ex-showroom. It is offered in two different types of black. inch wheels. The Mavrick is more affordable than its Harley-Davidson
The Hero Mavrick 440 shares its underpinnings with the Harley- counterpart, though.
Davidson X440, which means it comes with the same 440-cc air-oil You may read all about the new Hero Mavrick 440 on page 22 of this
cooled engine and pumps out 27 hp at 6,000 rpm and a chunky very issue.
Kawasaki Z650RS
THE KAWASAKI Z650RS WAS GLOBALLY UPDATED LAST YEAR SO IT WAS
expected that the India-spec motorcycle would receive it as well. It has
arrived and is priced at Rs 6.99 lakh, ex-showroom. New for the Z650RS
is a traction control system. This crucial safety addition comes with two
modes that modulate the engine output as required. Other than this, the
motorcycle remains as is, powered by a 649-cc, liquid-cooled parallel-twin
engine, producing 68 hp and 64 Nm. Other key highlights for the retro
motorcycle include spoke-style cast wheels, disc brakes, circular LED
headlight as well as dual-dial instrument cluster with a multi-function LCD
screen. It is based on the Z650 and gets an identical 41-mm telescopic fork
and a rear monoshock with linkage that is adjustable for preload. Offered in
the Ebony or Metallic Matte Carbon Gray colour schemes, deliveries of the
MY24 Kawasaki Z650RS will commence towards the end of February 2024.

Kawasaki Z900
KAWASAKI HAVE LAUNCHED THE Z900 FOR THE 2024 MODEL YEAR.
The naked bike is now Rs 9,000 costlier than before and is priced at Rs
9.29 lakh (ex-showroom). Mechanically, the bike remains unchanged and
continues to be powered by the same 948-cc, liquid-cooled, in-line four-
cylinder motor that makes 125 hp at 9,500 rpm and 98.6 Nm of torque at
7,700 rpm and is mated to a six-speed gearbox with assist and slip clutch.
The Z900 also continues to get the 41-mm USD fork at the front and a
monoshock at the rear, both adjustable for preload and rebound. Braking
duty is handled by the same 300-mm twin disc at the front while the rear
is taken care of by a 250-mm disc. The Z900’s colour TFT cluster can be
paired to a smartphone via the ‘Rideology’ app and can be used to receive
notifications and navigation alerts. It gets two power modes, three riding
modes, and three levels of traction control along with non-switchable dual-
channel ABS. The Kawasaki Z900 competes with the Triumph Street Triple R
that is priced at Rs 10.17 lakh (ex-showroom).
Kawasaki Ninja 500

After being unveiled at EICMA 2023, the Kawasaki Ninja 500 has reached
our shores as a CBU, priced at 5.24 lakh (ex-showroom). We can assume the
Ninja 400 will be discontinued. It is powered by the 451-cc liquid-cooled
parallel-twin engine also found on the Eliminator cruiser and pumps out
45 hp at 9,000 rpm and 42.6 Nm at 6,000 rpm. By comparison, the older
Ninja 400 had the same 45-hp but at a higher 10,000 rpm and lower
torque–37.0 Nm at 8,000 rpm. As the 500 is heavier than the 400 by only
three kilograms, tipping the scales at 171 kg (kerb). The chassis sports
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with 24.5° and 92 mm, respectively, on the Ninja 500, to be precise. As
the difference is minuscule, the change in handling should be all but
imperceptible, which is a good thing as the Ninja 400 is already a sweet-
handling motorcycle.
Triumph Scrambler
1200 X
THE TRIUMPH SCRAMBLER 1200 X HAS BEEN LAUNCHED IN INDIA WITH
prices starting at Rs 11.83 lakh (ex-showroom) for the Sapphire Black
colour scheme. Meanwhile, the Carnival Red and Ash Grey variants are
priced at Rs 12.13 lakh ex-showroom. The Triumph Scrambler1200 X
is powered by a 1,200-cc, parallel-twin motor churning out 90 hp at
7,000 rpm and a peak torque of 110 Nm at 4,250 rpm. This X model
gets a seat height of 820 mm and is also adjustable to 795 mm,
making it lower and more accessible than the XC model. It
has a kerb weight of 228 kg. The five ride modes include
Rain, Road, Sport, Off-road, and a custom mode that
can be set up according to a rider’s preference.
The suspension setup comprises Marzocchi USD
front forks and twin Marzocchi twin shocks at the
rear with preload adjustability. Both ends get 170
mm of suspension travel. The bike rides on a 21-
inch front wheel and a 17-inch rear wheel. These
wheels are tubeless spoked units. The braking
setup comprises twin 310-mm discs at the front and
a single 255-mm disc brake at the rear. The bike also
gets IMU-enabled traction control and ABS.

IGNITION
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Bajaj Pulsar NS160, NS200

BAJAJ AUTO HAVE UNVEILED THE UPDATED PULSAR NS160 AND NS200. THE UPDATE
brings changes to the NS range in the form of new headlights, refreshed styling cues, and
a new LCD dash that brings in Bluetooth connectivity. The NS160 is priced at Rs 1.46 lakh
while the NS200 is priced at Rs 1.58 lakh, both ex-showroom. The updated NS range gets
the same LCD instrument cluster as the one on the N150 and N160.
Mechanically, both the bikes remain the same. The biggest change on the Pulsar NS160
and NS200 is the new LED headlight with the DRLs now surrounding it in the shape of a
lightning bolt. The NS200 gets LED lighting all around as well, with the indicators now being
LED. The digital dash is the same one that recently debuted on the updated N150 and N160
where you can now pair a smartphone to get notification alerts. The Bajaj Pulsar NS160
goes up against the TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and the Hero Xtreme 160R 4V. Meanwhile, the
Pulsar NS200 competes with the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V and the Honda Hornet 2.0
Kabira Mobility KM3000 and KM4000 Mark-II

KABIRA MOBILITY HAVE LAUNCHED THE KM3000 AND KM4000 MARK-II. Kabira KM3000 and KM4000 Mark-II models are priced at Rs 1.74 lakh and
These models are developed in collaboration with Foxconn. The KM3000 is a 1.76 lakh (both ex-showroom prices) respectively. Deliveries are slated to
fully faired electric bike that comes in two variants—KM3000 and KM3000-V. begin this month through Kabira Mobility dealerships.
The KM3000 is equipped with a 4.1-kWh battery pack while the KM3000-V
has a 5.15-kWh battery pack. Both the variants have a peak power output
of 12-kW (16.3 hp), and a nominal power of 5.0-kW (6.8 hp). Kabira claim
both the variants can do a top speed of 120 km/h while the 0 to 60 km/h is
done in 4.5 seconds. The KM3000 in Eco mode has a claimed range of 130
kilometres while the Sports mode is said to be capable of 80 kilometres.
Zero to 100 per cent of charging is said to take 180 minutes. The KM3000-V in
Eco mode has a range of 188 kilometres whereas the Sport mode can cover
120 kilometres. Zero to 100 per cent charging is said to take 200 minutes.
The KM4000 is a naked bike available in two variants—KM4000 and
KM4000-V. Just like the KM3000, this bike also is powered by the same two
battery packs—a 4.1-kWh and a 5.15-kWh. Both of them have a peak power
of 12-kW (16.3 hp), nominal power is rated at 5.0-kW (6.8 hp). The top speed,
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Hero or Harley
Having test ridden both the Hero Mavrick
440 and the Harley-Davidson X440, I am
unable to pick one. Looking forward to hearing
your insights about both motorcycles.
Jeevan L, via social media
Dear Jeevan,
Their similarity does make it difficult to pick
one over the other but here is what we think.
Go for the X440 if you enjoy relaxed riding at
an easy pace over long distances. If you are
okay with sacrificing some comfort for a little
more agility and thrill around corners, then
the Mavrick 440 is a better option.
F 900 GS in India? Dear Santosh,

BMW Motorrad have brought most of their
Will the BMW F 900 GS be launched
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Riding Jacket Under Rs 10,000

Could you give me a few options for riding StreetWind Eco for a while now and it should
jackets under Rs 10,000? I live in Chennai, so it live up to your expectations easily. It is, by
must be something that offers good levels of far, the most ventilated riding jacket we have
protection and ventilation. ever used. However, we feel they could have
Niranjan B, via social media improved the levels of protection on offer.
Other options include similarly priced products
Dear Niranjan, from Rynox and Viaterra but we have not used
We have been using the Royal Enfield either of them yet.
Glove Advice
What should I look for when buying a pair of
gloves for everyday use in the city?
Rizwan K, via social media
Dear Rizwan,
The first thing you should look for is all-round
protection. There should be armour at the
knucles and sliders on the palm as well. Leather
or abrasion-resistant fabric is preferred for
overall construction. Of course, touchscreen
functionality is helpful for some. Within that
budget, you could consider leather gloves from
Royal Enfield or for
something more
ventilated, check
out Raida’s Drift
dual-sport gloves.
We have been using
them for a while and
they have not let us
down yet.

NEW PRODUCTS
CEAT SportRad tyres
CEAT RECENTLY LAUNCHED THE SPORTRAD TYRES,
steel-belted radials for sport bikes. The company
claims that these tyres will remain stable even at a
speed of 270 km/h.
CEAT sent us a pair (110/70 ZR17 and 150/60 ZR17,
front and rear respectively). The SportRads are strikingly
beautiful, with nice grooves that uplift the entire bike’s 12,500/-
character. Our initial impression is favourable on
account, inter alia, of significant improvement during
hard braking and a much better lean angle that makes
city riding more comfortable. Bumps are absorbed
surprisingly well and it becomes easier to trust the bike
more and more with the tyres nicely settling in.
The SportRad tyres are 66W-rated and are available
at Rs 12,500 a pair.
Raida Drift Dual-sport Gloves

RAIDA GEAR SENT US THEIR DRIFT DUAL-SPORT GLOVES RECENTLY IN
the black colour. First thing we noticed about the gloves are the security
they offer when you put them on. The snug feeling you get is
just right.
The Raida gloves come with scaphoid shield-reinforced
TPR palm sliders that will keep the palms safe in case of
an unfortunate crash. They also have a four-way 3D air
mesh that allows air to pass through all directions which
makes it a lot easier on the hands during hot weather.
The stitching is of good quality and the gloves are easy
to wear and remove with the glove access pull tab. They
also come with a snap button that keeps them as a pair.
2,750/- Another talking point is its smartphone compatibility. It
is possible to access the touchscreen in our smartphones
with the gloves on. They are priced at Rs 2,750.
Tiivra Alterego 2.0 Demon

TIIVRA, AN INDIAN TWO-WHEELER RIDING GEAR AND 9,950/-
apparel manufacturer, recently launched the Alterego
2.0 helmet. This helmet is very contemporary and
conforms to the firm’s theme of designing uber-cool
products that appeal to Gen Z.
The Alterego 2.0 helmet is available in six colours,
all of them sporting golden yellow as the base shade.
With four sizes (small to extra-large) to choose from,
this helmet caters to a variety of customers. The shell is
made of composite fibre and weighs 1,350 grams (give
or take 50 grams), which is impressive considering it is a
nascent brand in the helmet market.
This helmet comes with a double D-ring, so your
track-days are taken care of. It also has an aerodynamic
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The Tiivra Alterego 2.0 helmet is priced at Rs 9,950 and
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First ride Hero Mavrick 440
The vast expanse of the White Desert was the

locale as we experienced the Hero Mavrick 440;
the largest-ever motorcycle by Hero MotoCorp
Story: Joshua Varghese Photography: Sanjay Raikar


he Karizma’s distinction of
being Hero’s largest-capacity motorcycle has
now been claimed by the new Mavrick 440.
We spent some time around the Rann to
experience this new flagship and here is our
first impression.
It is not easy to place the Hero Mavrick
440 in a segment. We had better describe it as a cross between a
naked motorcycle and a retro-modern cruiser. The design is
extremely simple and the focus seems to be on having a
powerful front end. The broad tank, shrouds, and round LED
headlight achieve that effect with ample support from the
exposed frame and engine. Meanwhile, the tail tapers into a
shape that complements the motorcycle’s visual appeal.
Running on 17-inch cast alloy wheels at either end with wide
road-oriented tyres, the Mavrick has a striking stance that offers
175 millimetres of ground clearance; good enough for our urban
conditions and some broken roads, I would say. It is also worth
noting that most of the bodywork on this motorcycle is made of
metal which has taken the bike’s weight to 187 kilograms.
Information to the rider is relayed through a simple reverse- Left: Above:
LCD. One half of the screen displays a tiny tachometer, a Comfortable Simple
reasonably sized speedometer, and a small odometer. The other seats, even for instrument
long rides console but eSIM
side is reserved for connected functions, including turn-by-turn enabled
navigation. The top-shelf model that we got was equipped with
an eSIM which may be useful for some customers but the
console itself feels too primitive to fully explore the potential of
this feature. There is also a light sensor that is used to activate
the automatic headlight; a first for a motorcycle in this segment.

As a motorcycle, the Mavrick is best
described as a simple machine that is
tailor-made for riders who enjoy touring
and need an everyday machine
The switchgear layout is basic and there are no buttons on the

handlebar to control the display. When it comes to quality, we
feel it is best described as robust but just shy of premium.
Comfort is key for any motorcycle that is expected to be
ridden for hundreds of kilometres at a stretch and the Mavrick
scores well on that count. The seat is nicely contoured, wide,
and plush, complemented by an easy reach to the wide, single-
piece handlebar and centrally placed foot-pegs. It makes for a
relaxed, upright riding position which did not create any
discomfort even after 100-odd kilometres in the saddle.
One is reminded of Hero’s collaboration with Harley-
Davidson when looking at the exposed engine and the trellis
frame it is hung from. The engine is a simple 440-cc, air-cooled
with oil-cooler, two-valve, SOHC, single-cylinder unit that has
been slightly re-tuned. In the Mavrick, it develops 27 hp at
6,000 rpm and a peak torque of 36 Nm at 4,000 rpm with the
rev-limiter cutting in just after claimed peak power is achieved.
There is room for improvement in terms of refinement because
it is quite noisy, sometimes audible over the exhaust note, which
is a pity because it does sound the part of a cruiser.
Above: Right: Sure, it is not the most modern powertrain in the current
Good low-end Dual-channel market but it is the largest in that price range and it delivers a
torque but could ABS is standard; remarkably useful low end which provides a significant amount
be more refined good
of torque below 2,000 rpm. So significant that the mid-range
and top-end have little to offer a motorcyclist who seeks thrill in
the upper spectrum of the rev-range. However, the Mavrick is
not meant for fast riders who whip past the landscape searching
for new ways to carry more corner speed. It is meant for the
sedate and sensible rider whose motorcycling experience is

defined by a relaxed ride on some lovely roads with eye-catching scenery. 91.4-mm trail, and a 1,385-mm wheelbase. Clearly, a more handling-
In that regard, the Mavrick aces it. A decent six-speed transmission and oriented package than the X440 it is based on.
reasonable gearing allow it to pull cleanly from as low as 50 km/h in sixth The area around the Rann is stunningly devoid of curves but from
gear. Between 3,000 and 4,000 rpm lies its sweet spot and one could cruise whatever I could find, plus some fooling about on the salt flats, we can
all day at 110-115 km/h. When pushed beyond that, it carried me to a top confidently say that this chassis is capable of more. That said, one should
speed of nearly 140 km/h (indicated) but was certainly unhappy doing so, not buy this motorcycle for off-roading needs because the MRF rubber it
which became evident with noticeable levels of vibration. The open roads in comes shod with is best suited for the blacktop and does a great job there. If
the region did not offer any opportunity for a city ride but the motorcycle’s you were to ask me, I do see scrambler potential here with a few changes.
light-action clutch and balanced weight distribution indicate its potential as The suspension is currently set up for comfort. Naturally, the ride quality
a machine one can use every day in the urban environment. is appropriate for the needs of our urban environment and long hours in the
While I would describe the power delivery as linear and adequate, I saddle. The motorcycle’s overall character may not encourage everyone to
have high praise for the chassis. There is nothing fancy there. Just a send it around corners at speed but if one needs to, the Mavrick complies
telescopic fork at the front and twin shock-absorbers at the rear. The beautifully. If ridden enough, I am sure one would wish for a higher-revving
Harley was a joy to ride thanks to its neutral handling and that character engine in this chassis. Braking is managed by discs at either end and dual-
has been carried over to the Mavrick also but it is noticeably more agile. channel ABS is standard. They may not be the sharpest biters in the
Key specifications in that regard include 17-inch wheels, 23.9-degree rake, business but are adequate for the Mavrick’s needs.

As a motorcycle, the Mavrick is best described as a simple machine that
is tailor-made for riders who enjoy touring and need an everyday machine. spec talk
It is far more difficult to ascertain how much value the customer is getting Hero Mavrick 440
for their money. With no direct rivals in existence, I found myself
benchmarking it against the much smaller Honda CB300F and the Royal Price: Rs 2.24 lakh (ex-showroom)
Enfield Classic 350. The Mavrick has drawn heavily from things we like EnginE
about both those motorcycles. Configuration: Air-cooled, single-cylinder
In a way it makes sense because it is priced from Rs 1.99 lakh (ex- Valve-train: SOHC, two-valve
showroom) but that model does not get cast alloy wheels. This particular Displacement: 440 cc
top-end variant is priced at Rs 2.24 lakh (ex-showroom) and even then it Bore x Stroke: 79.60 x 88.40 mm
does appear to be good value for those who know they want a retro-modern Compression Ratio: 9.65:1
cruiser but appreciate the agility that comes with a short wheelbase and Fuelling: Fuel-injection
17-inch wheels. Yes, there are other options (but of smaller displacement) Maximum Power: 27 hp @ 6,000 rpm
just around that price range with liquid-cooling and four-valve engines but Maximum Torque: 36 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
sometimes there is just no replacement for displacement and the Mavrick Clutch: Wet, multi-plate, slipper
440 is the largest capacity motorcycle one can buy at that price. Transmission: Six-speed gearbox, chain final drive
CHASSIS
Type: Trellis, steel
Front Suspension: Telescopic fork, 43-mm fork, 130-mm travel
Rear Suspension: Twin shock-absorbers, preload-adjustable,
130-mm travel
Front Brake: 320-mm disc, axial-mounted twin-piston ByBre
caliper, ABS
Rear Brake: 240-mm disc, single-piston ByBre caliper, ABS
Front Wheel: 17-inch, cast alloy
Rear Wheel: 17-inch, cast alloy
Front Tyre: 110/70-17, MRF Zapper-FY2
Rear Tyre: 150/60 ZR17, MRF Steel Brace
Rake/Trail: 23.9°/91.4 mm
Wheelbase: 1,385 mm
Seat Height: 803 mm
Ground Clearance: 175 mm
Tank Capacity: 13.5 litres
Weight: 187 kg

‘Ready for
the Rider’s
Mission’
Following the launch last year of the naked middleweight GSX-
8S, Suzuki now enter the competitive middleweight sports bike
class with the GSX-8R. The 8R shares the same torquey 776-cc
parallel twin as the 8S but receives an uprated chassis featuring
new Showa suspension, front and rear, and a sporty new look.
Here is how our first ride experience was
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FIRST RIDE SUZUKI GSX-8R

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HE GSX-8R COMES WITH A QUICK-SHIFTER, The 776-cc parallel-twin, with its patented biaxial Cross Balancer system
electronic rider aids and riding modes, and retains and 270-degree crank, remains unchanged. That means a healthy 78 Nm of
ergonomics similar to the GSX-8S, with lower bars but torque at a relatively low 6,800 rpm and a peak power figure of 82.9 hp at
the same peg and seat position. The 83-hp GSX-8R is 8,500 rpm. Internal gear ratios, the final gearing, and SCAS clutch are also
aimed at a wide audience, from commuter to occasional the same, along with wheel sizes, wheelbase, rake, and trail.
track-day rider or, as Suzuki put it: “The GSX-8R can In other words, the R should stop, turn, and go very much like the S,
be a commuter, a track-day bike or a Sports Tourer— although Suzuki engineers revealed that, in testing, the R accelerates
it’s ready for the rider’s mission.” quicker than the naked S and that the top speed has improved, too, due to
Unlike the much-missed GSX-R600 and GSX-R750, which have now the new and sleeker aerodynamics, which also necessitated minor tweaks to
vanished from Suzuki’s line up in Europe, the 8R is first and foremost a road the R’s SIRS electronics.
bike that can also be taken to the track. We headed to Spain for an exclusive Like the S, there are three rider modes: Active (A), Basic (B), and
ride on the new GSX-8R, both on road and track. Comfort (C), selectable via Suzuki’s Drive Mode Selector (SDMS). The
The all-new GSX-8R certainly catches the eye as it glistens in the traction control (STCS) level can be changed on the move or even
early Spanish sunlight that is bathing the Circuito Monteblanco pit-lane. deactivated but is not lean-sensitive, while an up-and-down quick-shifter is
First impression is of a handsome, compact, and well-proportioned standard. Suzuki’s Low RPM Assist and Easy Start system are both present
machine. The finish is clean and pleasing. There is a European look that and correct.
feels right, though I am sure the double-stacked LED headlights might I was impressed by the torque of the parallel twin when we first rode the
polarize opinion. naked S last year in the south of France, on the famous Route Napolean,
It is immediately apparent the 8R is heavily based on the 8S, which is an and as we left Monteblanco, ready for a 160-kilometre-long test-ride of the
excellent starting point. From the fuel-cap backwards, it has the same R, the benefits of the relatively long-stroke engine became apparent once
distinctive subframe and rear end componentry as its naked sibling, again. With B mode selected, the fuelling was as clean as a whistle,
including the same 180 section Dunlop RoadSmart 2 rear tyre. A new especially at low rpm, the engine almost impossible to stall thanks to the
Showa shock is the only significant difference. Low RPM Assist. The engine is smooth and throaty, that slick ride-by-wire

combining with a lovely spread of torque that makes the GSX-8R a joy to
As a road bike with a comfortable riding ride. There is no need to dance on that quick-shifter; far better to allow the
torque to do the work.
position and a torquey motor, the Suzuki I deliberately rode a fast and flowing section of road, using only the 8R’s
GSX8R might have the competition beaten mid-range and, between 4,000 rpm and 7,000 rpm, the Suzuki twin made
for an effortless ride, with strong drive instantly available at the twist of my
wrist. Unlike some of the 8R’s competitors, the mid-range is the sweet spot,
a place you want to be. You do not have to rev it close to the red-line to
achieve genuine sportiness and speed.
Select A mode and you would expect more. But in the real world and on a
real road, it gave a sharpness to the throttle that added an edge I did not
need. B mode is softer but delivers the same peak power and torque—as
well as cracking wheelies (with the TC off)—as my default setting.
On the fast Monteblanco racetrack, with its long, near one-kilometre
straight, I was a little concerned the Suzuki might be overwhelmed and run
out of oomph, but on the tight infield section, it punched hard, driving out
of second, third, and fourth gear corners with serious intent for this class. On
the straight, it showed between 210 km/h and 215 km/h every lap and was
Above: Manually switchable day and night
modes for the five-inch colour TFT cluster
still accelerating when I applied the brakes. That snappier A mode came
into its own in this environment but in tricky conditions, I would probably
Left: Aggressive looking vertically stacked go back to B for its softer initial feeling.
pair of hexagonal LED headlights On track, the motor has enough drive to make the ride exciting, without
Below: 776-cc parallel-twin motor is same being exhausting. You are not overworked by its power; instead, you have
as the one in the GSX-8S and makes 83 hp time to pick and choose your line. The quick-shifter is slick enough at
higher rpm but is not race-spec, meaning I still used the clutch for rapid
down-changes. And while the traction control may not have lean sensitivity,
it can certainly be relied on. That said, I mainly had the system deactivated
as the 8R’s long chassis and grippy Dunlop rubber (changed for the track)
were full of grip and feel and it was more fun without.

Although the engine and most of the parts have been transferred from the S, the R
benefits from completely new suspension, which facilitates a sportier riding position—
the rider sits further forward with more weight over the front—which should give the
GSX-8R owner heading for a track-day this summer more front end feel and confidence
than his mate with a GSX-8S.
The S’ KYB suspension units have been upgraded front and rear. Up front,
41-millimetre Showa “Separate Function Fork–Big Piston” forks are claimed to be
lighter and more stable than the S’ teles, though they remain non-adjustable. At the
rear, there is a new Showa shock with preload adjustment, which I left standard
(setting “4”) on the road and adjusted to setting “6” and then the maximum “7” on
track (more about that later).
Stopping this 205-kilogram bundle of energy (it weighs three kilos more than its
naked sibling, incidentally) is the same twin 310-mm disc and Nissin four-pot caliper
SPEC TALK
Suzuki GSX-8R
Price: £8,899 (in the UK, or 9.29 lakh)
ENGINE
Configuration: Liquid-cooled, parallel-twin, dual balancer shafts
Valve-train: DOHC, eight-valve
Displacement: 776 cc
Bore x Stroke: 84.0 x 70.0 mm
Compression Ratio: 12.8:1
Fuelling: Fuel-injection, ride-by-wire
Above: Parallel-twin produces a Maximum Power: 82.9 hp at 8,500 rpm
symphony that is nice to hear Maximum Torque: 78 Nm at 6,800 rpm
Clutch: Wet, multi-plate, slipper, Suzuki Clutch Assist System
Above left: Lightweight aluminium
swingarm works well Transmission: Six-speed, chain final drive, up/down quick-shifter
CHASSIS
Left: 310-mm twin discs with four-pot Type: Steel tube frame with rear subframe
Nissin calipers
Front Suspension: Showa SFF-BP USD forks, non-adjustable
Below: Subframe the same as its naked Rear Suspension: Showa monoshock with preload adjustment
sibling Front Brake: Twin 310-mm discs, four-piston Nissin radial calipers
Rear Brake: 240-mm disc, single-piston Nissin caliper
Front Wheel: 17-inch, cast alloy
Rear Wheel: 17-inch, cast alloy
Front Tyre: 120/70 ZR17, Dunlop RoadSport2/SportSmart TT
Rear Tyre: 180/55 ZR17, Dunlop RoadSport2/SportSmart TT
Rake/Trail: NA
Wheelbase: 1,465 mm
Seat Height: 810 mm
Tank Capacity: 15 litres
Weight: 205 kg (kerb)
AN EXCITING NEW CLASS

The arrival of the GSX-8R confirms some tough competition. The Aprilia
how awesome it is to see an exciting RS660 has more peak power, is
new class of affordable, middleweight considerably lighter (by 22 kg) with more
sports bikes emerging, one that did advanced rider aids, but is expensive.
not really exist just a few years ago. You could argue that the Suzuki is more
Arguably this class was created when aligned with Honda’s 208-kg CBR650R
racers started modifying their Kawasaki rather than Yamaha’s more sport-
Z650 and Suzuki SV650s and now we focused 188-kg R7 but now we also have
have a plethora of exciting bikes which, Triumph entering the fight with the yet
hopefully, will attract a new, young untested Daytona 660 (201 kg) and you
audience in the same way my generation could argue Kawasaki are still in the fight
was drawn to 250-cc two-strokes and with both the ZX-4RR (189 kg) and the
exciting 400-cc four-strokes in the 1990s. Ninja 650 (193 kg). What a great time to
The Suzuki is certainly up against be coming into motorcycling!

On track, the motor has enough

drive to make the ride exciting,
without being exhausting

set-up found on the S. The ABS, which cannot be deactivated (unless you bike. The new Showa front end feels planted, solid, and very predictable,
remove the fuse), is not lean-sensitive. while the rear is softer but soaks up surface imperfections with ease. Ride
On the road, the riding position is relaxed-sporty, with the same footpeg- the GSX-8R as it was designed and there is very little to fault.
to-seat ratio as the GSX-8S’, meaning the pegs are neither higher nor further We had unseasonably cold conditions on our early morning ride and in
back, as you might expect. The new aluminium ’bars, however, are further this context the Dunlop RoadSport2 tyres never felt like they came up to full
forward and lower than the S’, but mounted above the top yoke and about as temperature and lacked outright feel. But as the Spanish sunlight warmed
radical as Postman Pat and notably upright for a sports bike. In reality, there up the road, one could start to feel the contact patch and start to have fun,
is not a dramatic difference between the two bikes’ riding stance. pushing the handling limits of the new R.
Out on the bumps and infinite variables of the open road, the ride is easy The front end feel really is excellent, so, too, the R’s smooth turn-in. The
going and on the soft side, as you would expect of an “entry-level” sports forks do not feel overworked and cope well with aggressive riding. Similarly,
they can take the punishment of rough Spanish roads without complaint.
At the rear, things are less clear-cut. The new Showa shock copes well if
you ride smoothly but add a little aggression and it lacks support, while the
damping struggles with rough terrain. You do not have to push too hard to
get it in tangle either and it is not long before the pegs start to tickle the road,
particularly with heavier riders on board.
Entering the Monteblanco racetrack for the first time, I did not have high
hopes for the new R’s suspension, for I had already brushed up against its
sporting limitations on the road. But I was wrong. With sportier Dunlop
SportSmart TT rubber fitted and that extra spring preload added, the
Suzuki felt very different.
The Showa unit now had greater control, the tyres gave more feedback,
Above: Seat is comfortable and is at and warmed up quickly. With more preload added to the rear, the steering
a height of 810-mm
was a little faster, too, and the handling limitations were simply the lack of
Left: Comes equipped with a bi- ground clearance, not the shock or a lack of feel.
directional quick shifter In fact, with grippy tyres fitted and tweaked suspension, the GSX-8R is

good fun on track. It is marginally heavier than the competition (more on Of course, it is away from the racetrack where the Suzuki will spend
that in a minute), longer, and slightly slower into the turn, perhaps, but its most of its time—and the R offers brisk real-world performance, a lot of
inherent stability is a genuine asset, making the R planted, solid, and simple torque, and usability. The riding position is comfortable for all sizes and the
to ride fast. With the TC active, track beginners will not go far wrong on dash is easy to read and navigate. Some may not like the lack of
this middleweight. connectivity and the rider aids are basic, but this is an everyday bike, likely
At this point, it is also worth mentioning those stoppers, which had a to be used all year round. I can even see some owners fitting some after-
tough job hauling over 200 kg plus rider down from 215 km/h to a virtual market luggage and taking on some light touring. The screen is a little short
stop for a tight second-gear hairpin, lap after lap. Yes, the ABS kicked in for motorway miles but the mirrors are excellent and the seat comfortable
every lap, as expected on this type of bike, but the Nissin brakes showed no for a full day’s ride (though I am unsure how comfortable a pillion would
sign of fade despite very heavy use. Equally, the suspension remained be). Suzuki quote 23.8 km/l, which, from a 15-litre tank, should give just
consistent despite an afternoon of unruly abuse. over 320 km between fuel-ups. On test, my bike returned 19.5 km/l, but the
In fact, the whole Suzuki GSX-8R performed way above expectations on riding was frantic at times.
track. Arguably, it is not as sharp as the Yamaha R7 or as flickable as The new GSX-8R shares so much with its GSX-8S sibling that it is no
Aprilia’s RS660, but the Suzuki’s abundance of usable torque combined surprise it also shares many of its qualities. And, like the S, it does not feel or
with a predictable and easy-going chassis was an eye-opener. I rode several look like an entry-level machine. As a real-world sports bike, it hits many
25-minute consecutive sessions and felt no fatigue. I simply enjoyed the fun marks, especially in terms of comfort, its forgiving nature, and sheer
of pushing a mid-capacity user-friendly sports bike towards its limit and I usability. It delivers an engaging and sporty ride on the road and, so long as
think it enjoyed the ride too. your expectations are realistic, can cut it on the racetrack too.
Ground clearance is an issue when the track pace hots up, the ABS kicks
in too early, and I would suggest that lap-times be slower than the Aprilia
RS6660’s and Yamaha R7’s, due mainly to its weight, long wheelbase, and
As a real-world sports bike, it hits many lack of over rev. But as a road bike with a comfortable riding position and a
torquey motor, it might have the competition beaten.
marks, especially in terms of comfort, its As ever, the choice between them may simply come down to price and
while the GSX-8R is highly competitive on that front, it is priced above the
forgiving nature, and sheer usability Yamah R7 and the new Triumph Daytona.

First ride Matter Aera 5000+

Does it
Matter?
We swing a leg over the Matter Aera, India’s first electric
motorcycle to feature liquid-cooling and a manual transmission
Story: Joshua Varghese Photography: Sanjay Raikar

lectric motorcycles for the

masses is a market that no one has really cracked to
date. Although there are options, not many seem to
be warming up to the idea. That is what Matter is
aspiring to do: make reasonable electric
motorcycles that could replace the current
combustion-engine fare seamlessly. It also happens to be the
first manufacturer in India to offer liquid-cooling and a
transmission in that space.
To get a first-hand experience of the Aera, we took off to the
Rann of Kutch. Against the pure white background offered by
the salt plains, it was easy to appreciate the design. It may not
be one to grab attention instantly but there are many elements
worth appreciating. Its similarity to the current crop of naked
motorcycles in the segment should work in its favour when
seeking electric vehicle (EV) adopters. The lighting is LED all Above: Superb Should work well for short rides around town but a plusher seat
around and the dual-tone paint scheme makes the motorcycle display. Easy to would be appropriate for longer rides.
use too
stand out from the crowd. Personally, I like how Matter has The battery pack in the Aera is a five-kWh unit but its
integrated the bodywork into shroud the radiator. It adds to the compact packing has helped the firm place it well within the
impression that this was not just put together but developed chassis, just above the motor, thereby contributing significantly
from scratch. to the low centre of gravity. The integration is so well executed
One look at the instrument cluster is all it takes to know that that there is a significant reduction in the number of wiring
these people are serious about their work. It is a touchscreen harnesses needed. The motor itself is a 10-kW (13.6-hp) unit
console that is akin to most of our smartphones and offers similar that sends power to the rear wheel via a four-speed
levels of fluid functionality. One can choose from among multiple transmission and a chain final drive. Matter claims it is good for
displays and that includes a useful navigation screen as well. up to 26 Nm of torque and we found it capable of matching
During our factory tour, the gentlemen at Matter told us that most two-valve 160-cc motorcycles in terms of performance.
they had benchmarked several motorcycles from the 125-, 150-, The firm’s claimed figure for 0-60 km/h is less than six
and 180-cc segments while developing the Aera. That influence seconds. Certainly felt like it in Sport mode.
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about its compact dimensions turned out to be misplaced displays a gear that spins to match the motor’s movement; flashy,
because there was enough room astride even for a tall rider. maybe, but a nice touch nevertheless. To operate the four-speed

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Rider: Joshua Varghese
Helmet: KYT NZ-Race
Pants: Richa Brutale
Gloves: Royal Enfield Vamos
Above: That gear spins with the

motor. Nice attention to detail
Right: The Matter Aera but in pieces.

In a good way

Right: Chain
drive works
reasonably well
Below: Decent
room for the
pillion
transmission, there is a clutch, too, but it is not what one may expect it to be because the that it was easy to ride and that Matter has paid attention to
function is slightly different. It is only needed to shift gears because unlike what we are many small details to make the rider’s life easier, such as a
used to, one does not need it while feeding in throttle to move from a standstill because reverse mode. Currently, this motorcycle has been priced at Rs
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term. That said, neither does one have to be in first gear all the time to set off. It pulls as of now. By the time they reach other markets, I hope Matter
away nicely in fourth gear, too, just not as quickly as in the lower gears. implement these changes and give us a product that does justice
The power delivery was found to be calibrated well. Eco mimicked the performance to such an expensive price tag.
of 125-cc motorcycles while City and Sport were closer to 150-, 160- or, maybe, even
some 180-cc machines. Simply put, the Aera worked well but look at things a little more
closely and it is easy to see that it is not for everyone. For example, someone who wants spec talk
to use an EV for convenience may not appreciate having to change gears. Matter Aera 5000+
In terms of suspension and braking, Matter has gone for basic components. A
Price: 1.84 lakh (ex-showroom)
telescopic fork and dual shock-absorbers manage suspension, while disc brakes at either
powertrain
end handle braking well. However, there is only single-channel ABS on offer. A set-up
that is on the softer side gives the Aera a decent ride quality and should be enough for Configuration: Electric motor with battery pack
city use. Personally, I felt a slightly more progressive damping at the front could improve Motor Type: Liquid-cooled, brushless, permanent magnet
it overall because Matter has a good base line for handling and it could arrest the current Battery: Lithium-ion
dive under braking too. The motorcycle turns in well and does not ask too much of the Capacity: 5.0 kWh
rider. However, there is some room for improvement when it comes to instilling Power: 10 kW (13.6 hp)
confidence at speeds upwards of 60 km/h. Torque: 26 Nm
Speaking of speed, it is worth noting that the respective top speeds for Eco, City, and Transmission: Four-speed, chain final drive
Sport are 60 km/h, 80 km/h, and 100 km/h; all indicated. For town, I feel Eco mode Range: 125 km (claimed)
should be enough. What needs the most attention is the motorcycle’s communication Recharge Time: Five hours (claimed)
about range. Although Matter claims 125 kilometres per full charge, my experience did Charging: On-board charger, standard 110V or 220V
not bear it out; primarily because the promised figure on the console and the distance it CHASSIS
did in real life did not match. This can be irksome for those who have to use the bike Type: Steel trellis
every day. Front Suspension: Telescopic fork
Comparing it to an ICE motorcycle may not be fair but it must be done. In that Rear Suspension: Dual shock-absorbers
regard, while most aspects are decent, the transmission’s refinement must be improved if Front Brake: Disc, ABS
one is expected to enjoy the sense of shifting gears. As of now, it is rather noisy and does Rear Brake: Disc
not feel great either. Front Tyre: 100/80-17, MRF Nylogrip Zapper
During our time with the motorcycle, we were constantly moving and rarely got stuck Rear Tyre: 130/70 R17, MRF revz-S
in traffic or were subjected to high temperatures, so we have no idea about the liquid- Wheelbase: 1345 mm
cooling system at this stage. Seat Height: 793 mm
To summarize my experience with the Matter Aera 5000+, I must begin by saying Weight: 169 kg

To sum up, I must say that the bike
was easy to ride and that Matter has paid
attention to many small details to make the
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tested TVS Apache RTR 310
RTR 310 uses a 17-tooth front and 46-tooth rear one. With all TVS had updated the exhaust unit for this model as it is the same
these changes, the motor is very aggressive in the low-range rpm one that we see on the RR 310 and does look quite outdated on an
and it pulls strongly to the red-line. It can get up to triple-digit otherwise futuristic-looking motorcycle.
speeds quickly but, given its low gearing, I felt the need to shift up The suspension set-up comprises 41-millimetre USD front forks
even when I was riding in sixth gear. and a preload-adjustable monoshock unit at the rear. This set-up
To keep the ride experience a little less snappy in the city, riders facilitates a plush ride quality and ably takes on our road
can switch to the Urban or Rain modes wherein power is conditions. The RTR 310 handles very well, thanks to its capable
restricted to 27.1 hp at 7,600 rpm and a peak torque of 27.3 Nm at chassis and the Michelin Road 5 tyres that are wrapped around the
6,600 rpm. A few vibrations creep in at around 7,000 rpm and 17-inch alloy wheels. As mentioned earlier, the riding position is
that is also where the engine begins to feel slightly stressed. The the only limitation as it is not aggressive enough. In the braking
clutch action is light and the gear-shifts are slick. The quick- department, TVS have equipped this bike with a 300-mm disc at
shifter works extremely well and is surely something that we the front and a 240-mm one at the rear. The feel at the lever is
would like to see on the RR 310 as well, considering that it is the sharp and the brakes possess a good bite to get the motorcycle to
one that is going to be ridden more out on the racetrack. While stop in an instant. The ABS is well calibrated and riders can opt to
cruising in the city, the GTT (Glide Through Traffic) feature switch off ABS at the rear by engaging the supermoto mode.
comes in the way of engine braking, which is slightly unnerving, Additionally, there is also a BTO (Built To Order) platform
though this problem is not felt at higher speeds. I also wish that whereby riders can opt for three packages (Dynamic Kit, Dynamic

Pro Kit, and Colour Kit). The Dynamic Kit includes fully adjustable front and
rear suspension, a tyre pressure monitoring system, and a brass-coated chain. spec talk Road Test #293
The Dynamic Pro Kit includes Dynamic Stability Control which is essentially TVS Apache RTR 310
cornering ABS as well as a seat that can be cooled or heated depending on the
riding conditions. Finally, the Colour Kit includes a special Sepang Blue Price: 2.64 lakh (ex-showroom)
scheme that pays homage to 40 years of TVS Racing. Overall star rating: 11112
Overall, the RTR 310 is a capable motorcycle with quick acceleration, dimensions
plush ride quality, good build quality, and a bunch of customization options. Length: 1991 mm
However, the nature of the engine might not be suited to everyone’s needs.
Width: 831 mm
I think this is a motorcycle that is ready for stunt riders straight out of the
showroom, especially because of the ease with which it can get that front Height: 1154 mm
wheel up in the air. With slight changes in the sprocket sizes, this would be a Saddle Height: 800 mm
more friendly motorcycle for everyday use. We now hope that TVS decide to Wheelbase: 1358 mm
launch an ADV for the Indian market, which is what many new-gen Ground Clearance: 180 mm
customers are on the lookout for. Prices for the Apache RTR 310 range Weight: 169 kg (kerb)
between Rs 2.43 lakh and Rs 2.64 lakh (ex-showroom prices), depending on
EnginE
the variant and colour scheme. The BTO kits cost extra.
Configuration: Liquid-cooled, single cylinder
Valve-train: DOHC, four valves
Displacement: 312.12-cc
Bore x Stroke: 80 x 62.1 mm
Compression Ratio: 12.17:1
Fuelling: Electronic fuel-injection
Maximum Power: 35.6 hp at 9,700 rpm
Maximum Torque: 28.7 Nm at 6,650 rpm
transmission
Clutch: Wet, multiplate
Above: Large LED Gears: Six-speed
headlight unit at the
Primary Drive: Gear
front
Final Drive: Chain
Above right: The RTR Gearshift Pattern: One down, five up
310 makes use of an
aluminium subframe CHASSIS
Right: Wide and raised Type: Steel trellis frame, aluminium subframe
handlebars keep a Front Suspension: Showa 41-mm USD fork
rider in an upright
position Rear Suspension: Monoshock with adjustment for preload
Front Brake: 300-mm disc, ABS
Left: Tail-tidy rear end
Rear Brake: 240-mm disc, ABS
with the number plate
mounted on the tyre Front Wheel: 17-inch, alloy
hugger Rear Wheel: 17-inch, alloy
Front Tyre: 110/70 R17, Michelin Road 5
The TVS RTR 310 is a capable Rear Tyre: 150/60 R17, Michelin Road 5
Rake/Trail: NA
motorcycle with quick acceleration, a fuel efficiency
plush ride quality, good build quality, and a Claimed: NA

Tank Capacity: 11 litres
bunch of customization options Range: NA
India Rating
Design & Style: 11112
Powertrain: 11112
Performance: 1111
Safety: 11112
Ride Quality: 11112
Handling: 11112
Braking: 11112

tested Husqvarna Svartpilen 401
Roadster with
Ducal Leanings
A long ride astride the Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 gave us a good
idea about how this roadster performs when compared to the
KTM 390 Duke that it shares its platform with
Story: Azaman Chothia Photography: Apurva Ambep


or the Indian market, Husqvarna are now offering the Svartpilen

401 and the Vitpilen 250. Back in 2020, we had the Svartpilen 250 and the Vitpilen 250 but they did
not kick off as expected. Husqvarna motorcycles are known to stand apart from the competition
especially because of their futuristic neo-retro design language. The new models do have pretty much
the same silhouette but there are many changes that set them apart.
From afar, the Svartpilen looks like a rugged scrambler and that is especially because of the spoked wheels
with off-road tyres. That said, the rest of the motorcycle is more of a roadster, so the spoked wheels are more
form than function. The previous models had a short rear end compared to the newer models with an extended
rear end. The Svartpilen 401 also gets a small cowl over the round headlight and, just like the new 390 Duke,
sports an underbelly exhaust as well. The fuel-tank is a 13.5-litre unit compared to the 15-litre fuel-tank on the
390 Duke. Feature-wise, the bike packs a five-inch TFT with a different layout compared to the 390 Duke’s.
There is also the option of switching between two other layouts, each of which has a more minimal layout.
The ergonomics of the Svartpilen 401 have also changed as compared to the older Svartpilen 250. The foot-
pegs are placed similarly where they are slightly towards the rear. Meanwhile, the handlebar is a wide and flat
unit where the rider has to bend slightly forward. The older Svartpilen 250, in comparison, had raised
handlebars that kept the rider upright. This rider triangle is another indication that the Svartpilen 401 is a
roadster and not a scrambler. The seat height stands at 820 millimetres, which is slightly on the taller side, but
I was quite comfortable astride the bike with my 5.7-foot stature. The bike has a kerb weight of 171 kilograms
which makes it light to manoeuvre. Given the unique design of the tank, I found it a little difficult to lock my
knees on either side while cornering. I think taller riders will feel more natural astride the bike while tackling
the twisties.
As we all know, the Husqvarna 401 shares its platform with the KTM 390 Duke. So, it makes use of the
same chassis and the updated 399-cc motor churning out 46 hp at 8,500 rpm and a peak torque of 39 Nm at
6,500 rpm. It is in the same state of tune as the 390 Duke and also gets the same sprocketing. While the new
390 Duke gets an aluminium subframe, the Husqvarna 401 gets a steel subframe. The power delivery of this
motor is linear and there is a nice surge once it revs past the 7,000-rpm mark. It gets up to triple-digit speeds
really quick and I was able to cruise comfortably at 120 km/h in sixth gear. A few vibrations creep in at the
handlebar and foot-pegs once the bike revs past the 8,000-rpm mark. As we had mentioned with the 390
Duke, this updated
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Rider: Azaman Chothia
Helmet: Scorpion Exo R1 Air
Jacket: Rynox Evo Storm
Pants: Rynox Airtex Pants
Gloves: Rynox Storm Evo 2
Boots: Sidi Cobra Air

The Husqvarna Svartpilen 401

is a very capable machine, thanks
to the potent motor and chassis
from the 390 Duke

spec talk Road Test #294
Husqarna Svartpilen 401
Price: 2.92 lakh (ex-showroom)
Overall star rating: 11112
dimensions
Length: NA
Width: NA
Height: NA
Saddle Height: 820 mm
Wheelbase: 1354 mm
Weight: 171 kg (kerb)
EnginE
Configuration: Liquid-cooled, single cylinder
Valve-train: DOHC, four valves
Left: 17-inch spoked Above: A new cowl Displacement: 399 cc
wheels wrapped in above the headlight
Pirelli Scorpion Rally sets the Svartpilen Bore x Stroke: 89.0 x 64.0 mm
STR tyres 401 apart from the Compression Ratio: 12.71:1
older 250 model.
Below left: Same Fuelling: Electronic fuel-injection
steel trellis frame Right: An extended Maximum Power: 46 hp at 8,500 rpm
from the new 390 rear end compared Maximum Torque: 39 Nm at 6,500 rpm
Duke but misses out to the tail-tidy unit
on the aluminium on the older-gen transmission
subframe model
Clutch: Wet, multiplate
Gears: Six-speed
Primary Drive: Gear
gearbox is slick and the clutch action is light. The international-spec Svartpilen 401 Final Drive: Chain
gets two ride modes (Street and Rain) but the India-spec model misses out on this
Gearshift Pattern: One down, five up
functionality even though we can see the option on the TFT screen. While it misses
out on riding modes, it gets traction control, switchable ABS, and a quick-shifter as CHASSIS
part of the standard package. As I started off my ride, the quick-shifter was not Type: Steel trellis
working as expected but all I needed to do was switch it off and then on, after which it Front Suspension: WP Apex 43-mm USD fork,
worked well. compression and rebound adjustable
The suspension set-up comprises 43-mm WP Apex front forks and an offset Rear Suspension: WP Apex Monoshock,
monoshock unit at the rear. Both ends get 150 mm of suspension travel. The front has preload and rebound adjustable
compression and rebound adjustability, while the rear is adjustable for preload and
Front Brake: 320-mm disc, ABS
rebound. The bike rides on a set of 17-inch spoked wheels wrapped in Pirelli Scorpion
Rear Brake: 240-mm disc, ABS
Rally tyres. While these tyres are known for their off-road performance, they do a really
good job on the road as well. They are tubeless tyres but run with a tube as the bike does Front Wheel: 17-inch, spoked
not get tubeless spoked wheels. I do not consider the Svartpilen 401 to be a scrambler so Rear Wheel: 17-inch, spoked
I did not really venture off road. Husqvarna say that riders will be able to fit the alloy Front Tyre: 110/70 R17, Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR (with tube)
wheels from the new Vitpilen 250 on to the Svartpilen 401 as an option and this will Rear Tyre: 150/60 R17, Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR (with tube)
allow them to use the tyres without a tube. In terms of handling, it does take slightly
fuel efficiency
more effort to be put into a corner and flick over from one side to another if you compare
it to the 390 Duke. It holds its line well and is inspires confidence once you get used to Claimed: NA
it. Over bad roads, the bike has a plush ride quality and, with its adjustable suspension, Tank Capacity: 13.5 litres
riders can easily set it up to their liking. Braking duties are handled by a 320-mm disc at Range: NA
the front and a 240-mm one at the rear. There is a sharp feel at the lever with good ABS
India Rating
calibration and this set-up is able to bring the bike to a stop very easily.
Priced at Rs 2.92 lakh (ex-showroom), the Svartpilen 401 is a very capable machine, Design & Style: 1111
thanks to the potent motor and chassis from the 390 Duke. The spoked wheels and Powertrain: 11112
off-road tyres are more form than function as this is a roadster that has actually been Performance: 11112
made for the streets. It proves to be a great alternative for someone who does not want Safety: 11112
something as sporty as the 390 Duke and, additionally, one will save approximately Rs Ride Quality: 11112
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250 to bring you insights into how it fares.

Update Kawasaki W175 Street
The Baby
Kawasaki
Kawasaki’s smallest offering in our country, the W175,
just got better and pricier. We took it out for a ride to
see if it is worth all that it has to off
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awasaki launched the mm disc at the front and a 110-mm drum at to be average and the switches themselves
retro-modern made-in-India the rear, again with single-channel ABS as were a little too tiny to operate. I would have
W175 in late 2022. At the end of standard at the front. It also continues to get preferred it to be a little bigger in size. The
2023, they added a new top-of-the- telescopic suspension at the front with 110- bike gets a 12.1-litre fuel-tank that is fixed on
line variant with cast aluminium wheels, mm travel and dual shock-absorbers at the the double-cradle steel frame.
new paint schemes, and a slightly higher rear with 64 mm of travel and 152 mm of The Kawasaki W175 Street can be looked
price tag. First thing I noticed was how easy ground clearance. The ride quality is decent at in two ways. One, as a raw, barebones, old
it was to sit on the little bike. The W175 and the bike goes where you want it to. school street naked commuter and, two, as
Street has a seat height of 786 millimetres Handling is one of the salient points of the just a costlier and modern Kawasaki KB125.
and it weighs 135 kilograms, both of which Kawasaki; it is very nimble and easy to To me, it feels like an inexpensive commuter
make it a very nimble bike. It is powered by manoeuvre in the city. During our ride, I that has the Kawasaki badge slapped on to it.
a 177-cc, air-cooled, SOHC, two-valve, did not face any issue with bumps and However, the bike had some bits and pieces
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at 7,500 rpm and a peak torque of 13.2 Nm fuss, all thanks to the suspension. body, the retro-looking halogen headlamp,
at 6,000 rpm and is mated to a five-speed Equipment-wise, the bike gets a single the crisp exhaust note higher up in the rev-
gearbox. The engine is good for riding pod digi-analogue cluster wherein the range, minimal electronic aids, and the
short distances with ease and has decent odometer, trip meter, and fuel-gauge are lightweight handlebar. These are things that
tractability which can be put to use in stop- displayed below the round analogue cannot be found on bikes in these modern
and-go city traffic. During the ride, I had to speedometer that adds to the retro look. In times. It makes the bike accessible and very
pin the throttle to get it above 80 km/h to this day and age, a tachometer and a gear easy to ride for everyone getting astride it.
get some juice out of it to keep it going. indicator are missed but not to such an Coming from an iconic Japanese
Quite a few vibrations were also felt while extent as to trouble you. Below the cluster is manufacturer, the W175 has a relaxed and
doing so as the bike did not like being a 60-watt halogen headlamp that feels a little laidback vibe to it. It has all the basics of a
stressed. The good thing, however, was the inadequate and underpowered. The bike bike, but then, again, it just has the basics
grunty exhaust note which I loved. gets halogen indicators and tail-lights as alone. Coming in two colours, Candy
This bike rides on an 80/100 front tyre well, keeping the retro theme running all Emerald Green and Metallic Moondust
and a 100/90 rear one, both shod on matte- around. The switchgear is cut and right with Grey, both priced at Rs 1.35 lakh (ex-
black 17-inch wheels. For brakes, the W175 just provisions for what is required, keeping showroom), the baby Kawasaki offers a little
Street continues to be equipped with a 245- it as simple as possible. We found its quality less for the money than I would hope for.
Left: Cast 17-inch

aluminium wheel
with 245-mm
disc
Right: Exposed
throttle body is
a nice old school
touch

Need to Know
Kawasaki W175 Street
Price: Rs 1.35 lakh (ex-showroom)
Engine: 177-cc, SOHC, two-valve,
air-cooled, single cylinder
Output: 13 hp @ 7,500 rpm,
13.2 Nm @ 6,000 rpm
Transmission: Five-speed, chain final drive
Brakes: 245-mm disc (F), 110-mm drum (R)
Tyres: 80/100-17 (F), 100/90-17 (R), tubeless
Weight: 135 kg

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FEATURE BHARAT MOBILITY GLOBAL EXPO 2024
Mobility on Two Wheels

Two-wheeler stalls at the first-ever Bharat Mobility
Global Expo were abuzz with bike displays ranging
from the super cool Hero 450 Rally to the new
Suzuki GSX-8R. There was a lot that caught our eye
Report: Charan Karthik
TVS
TVS had one of the largest stalls at the Expo with many bikes
on display. The first one to catch our eye was the Apache RTE
all-electric fully faired race bike. Said to be a part of the one-
make championship, the bike had most of its parts made of
carbon-fibre and looked beautiful in the white and blue livery.
The next thing to attract our attention as we walked inside the
stall was the V4CR on display by Norton Motorcycles. It may
be recalled that the British brand was acquired by TVS a few
years ago. At the moment, it is not clear whether the V4CR will
come to our country. TVS also had the Apache RTR 310, a
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produced in collaboration with Alpinestars.
Hero MotoCorp
Hero MotoCorp had a line-up of all their current models
on show. We will cover the important ones like the 450
Rally bike that just landed Hero’s first ever podium finish
at the prestigious Dakar Rally, piloted by Motswana rider
Ross Branch. They also had the newly launched Mavrick
440 and Xtreme 125R alongside the Karizma CE001
concept, all revealed earlier at the Hero World event.
Hero’s electric division, Vida, had a very strong presence,
showcasing a number of scooters and off-road bikes.
Yamaha Honda
Yamaha’s stall had the YZF-R1M right at the At the heart of the Honda’s stall was a flex-fuel powered
entrance, followed by the rest of the faired CB300F. It is Honda’s first flex fuel variant developed
bikes such as the R7, the R3, and the beloved especially for the Indian market. The pre-production
R15. There was also the very cool R15 carbon model was displayed with “Flex Tech”. It will be
edition which had a carbon-fibre theme powered by the 293-cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled
running all over the front fairing. Coming to engine and will be compliant with E85 fuel (85 per cent
the naked bikes, the display comprised the ethanol and 15 per cent petrol).
MT-07, MT-03, and MT-15, along with the
FZ-X Chrome edition that was unveiled. A
hybrid line-up of scooters was also present
with the Cygnus Ray ZR 125 Fi, Fascino 125
Fi, and the Grand Filano. Then there was the
NMAX 155 Connected maxi-scooter with the
R15’s engine, just like the Aerox 155.

Royal Enfield
The Royal Enfield stall was headlined by a green Classic 350
that was powered by flex fuel, in line with the Expo’s theme of
focusing on alternative fuels. The rest of the display comprised
the recently launched bobber, Shotgun 650, along with the
Indian Motorcycle of the Year, Himalayan 450, and the Super
Meteor 650 cruiser. The Shotgun 650, the latest in the stable,
starts from Rs 3.59 lakh (ex-showroom).
Bajaj Auto
Bajaj Auto were present with a flex fuel model of their naked street bike, the Pulsar
NS160. The Dominar 400 was also showcased and it was 27.5 per cent ethanol
compliant. As the Expo’s theme was alternative fuel, there was no shortage of
manufacturers showcasing their flex fuel prototypes. Bajaj’s stall also had the Chetak
Premium that was recently unveiled. It is an electric scooter priced at Rs 1.44 lakh
(ex-showroom).
Suzuki
Suzuki India had a very strong presence with a variegated
display, with the flex-fuel powered Gixxer SF 250 taking centre
stage. Behind the Gixxer were two new bikes—the GSX-8R
lightweight sport bike and the V-Strom 800 DE adventure
tourer. The GSX-8R comes with the 776-cc parallel-twin and
makes 83 hp at 8,500 rpm and 78 Nm of torque at 6,800 rpm.
It will compete with the likes of the Yamaha R7 and Aprilia RS
660. Suzuki’s superbike presence was also strong with the
GSX-1300R Hayabusa and the Katana on display.
Tork Motors
The Kratos R occupied Tork Motors’ stall at the Expo. It is an electric bike that
comes equipped with a 4.0-kWh lithium-ion battery pack and makes 9.0 kW
(12.2 hp) and a healthy 38 Nm of torque. It gets four riding modes in addition to a
reverse mode. The Kratos R is currently priced at Rs 1.87 lakh (ex-showroom) and
is available in five colours.
JK Tyre
Indian tyre manufacturer JK Tyre also showcased its wide range Ather
of products at the Expo. Themed “Innovation For The Future”
Indian electric scooter manufacturer
JK Tyre’s product display had its highly sustainable tyre ‘UX
Ather had their new top-of-the-line
Green’ made of 80 per cent sustainable materials along with it a
450Apex along with the 450X and
selection of electric vehicle tyres. Additionally, the complete
450S. The 450Apex is priced at Rs 1.89
range of products including flagship offerings like the Smart
lakh (ex-showroom) and is available in
Tyre and Puncture Guard Tyres for passenger vehicles, the
the striking Indium Blue colour.
X-series product line for the commercial vehicles market,
amongst other products were also present.
Apollo Tyres
Apollo Tyres rolled out a digital initiative
called the ‘Trumigo’ at the Expo which
offers at-home car services bringing
professional, high quality car
maintenance directly to a customer’s
doorstep. This service offering is
currently available in Gurugram on a
pilot basis, which will soon be rolled out
for the entire Delhi NCR.

FEATURE CALIFORNIA SUPERBIKE SCHOOL 2024
Practice Makes

ACK IN 2019, I ATTENDED A
Perfect
California Superbike School (CSS) session
and it was the first time I got to ride on a
racetrack. It was an extremely insightful
experience where I got to learn a lot about the
art of riding on the track and came back as a
more mature and composed rider. Although,
last time around, I only completed Level 1 and Level 2 of the
course. When the opportunity for Level 1 to 3 presented itself
this time around, I was eager to go back and further hone my
skills. Since 2019, I have been able to attend many track day
We got a chance to hone our track riding events and also take part in a couple of media races with all of
skills by attending a California Superbike the learnings. So, coming back to CSS as a more experienced
rider was a whole different experience.
School session at the MMRT in Chennai. For my track sessions, I was going to use an RC 390 that
KTM India were kind enough to lend to me. I have always
wanted to spend more time with the RC 390 on track so this
Story: Azaman Chothia was the perfect opportunity to do so as we would be spending
Photography: Aditya Bedre three full days riding at the MMRT in Chennai. The RC 390
was also the perfect upgrade considering that I had used a
TVS Apache RTR 200 for the session in 2019. Siddharth
Trivellore, son of the man who brought CSS to India, TT
Varadarajan, was the coach who would be assisting me with
the on-track drills.
My coach, Siddharth,
giving me insightful
tips before heading
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Siddharth following me
to make sure I was using
the correct technique

Each Level of training has five drills, each of which
includes a classroom session, followed by a track session, and
finally a feedback session from the on-track instructor. Riders
were divided into three groups so there was a smooth flow
that kept all the students busy throughout the day. The first
drill that we covered was ‘Throttle Control’. It is extremely
important to be smooth and consistent with the throttle of the
motorcycle to avoid irreversible mistakes. This is emphasized
by the instructors and considering that this was the very first
drill of Level 1, all riders were instructed to use only one gear
and no brakes to navigate their way around the track. As the
day progressed, we were allowed to use more controls with
each drill making us more confident. The other drills in Level
1 included Turn Points, Quick Turning, Rider Input, and
Two-Step Turning. All these basic but vital drills familiarize a
rider with the layout of the track and prepare us for the vision
drills that are in store for us the next day. The classroom
sessions were very insightful as we were given detailed
explanations including the physics of a motorcycle and how
different rider inputs affect the behaviour of the motorcycle.
On the second day of training, we started our day with a
very important drill called ‘Reference Points’. This is where
we are made to analyze different markers around the circuit
that ultimately give us a better idea of each corner on the
track. The three other vision drills that followed were The
Three Step, Wide View, and Wide View Transitions. All of
these vision drills help a rider focus more on their
surroundings and I feel like this is one of the most important
drills that helps a rider get faster out on track. Considering
that I have visited MMRT quite a few times now, I used this
time to search for more markers to improve on the lines that I

Left: All smiles after Above: The team along with
three days of training the students that made it
such an exciting weekend
was using and also work on my speed while exiting corners.
Siddharth would follow me out on track and quickly pass by
to instruct me when necessary. In these sessions, I felt really
confident hitting my markers lap after lap and feeling more in
sync with the motorcycle. The day ended with a braking drill
which prepared us for Level 3 which is said to be the most
strenuous day of training.
I was looking forward to this part of training the most as I
had not got to cover it in my previous stint at the school. Body
position on the motorcycle is something that I have just
watched and tried to figure out on my own. Drills like Pick-
Up, Hip Flick, Hook-Turns, and Knee-to-Knee were a
tremendous help as they were properly explained to a level
where you can apply it in a simple manner, and feel the magic
happen under you. The drill that I took back the most from
has to be Hook-Turns and I can’t wait to go back and practice
this during my next outing on track.
While I thoroughly enjoyed all three days of training at
CSS, what made it even better was my coach, Siddharth
helping me with more advanced techniques which I had
questions about, and also making sure he encouraged me
with every passing session. It is never too late to learn the
basics of riding a motorcycle and one should make sure they
are doing it the right way. During my session in 2019, I was
just focusing on understanding the basics of riding on a track,
but coming back with experience was even better as I could
work on my weaknesses and unlock more pace in the process.
I would surely recommend this school to anyone beginning
their journey with motorcycles. I can’t wait to come back for
the more personalized Level 4 of training in the near future
and learn even more about where I can improve.

Feature Royal Enfield Track School
Parallel-twin Madness
We flew to the legendary Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore
to take part in the Royal Enfield Track School
Story: Charan Karthik Photography: Royal Enfield
he Kari Motor Speedway (Kari) is one of the position of marshal posts, the meaning of various flags, and pit entry and
oldest motor sport tracks that is still in existence in India. exit, among others. We were also given a neat handbook that had all the
Named after the late Sundaram Karivardhan, a legend of Indian flags explained with an illustration of the track layout. Anish then briefed us
motor sport, the Kari track, along with the Madras about the basics of biking and track riding, covering topics such as braking,
International Circuit (previously Madras Motor Race Track) in Chennai cornering, line selection, and vision. We were then divided into two batches
and Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, is part and were assigned our bikes. Ah, yes, Rocker Red Royal Enfield
of the Holy Trinity. Riding on a racetrack is something almost all the bike Continental GT-R 650s, all lined up in a beautiful way with numbers stuck
enthusiasts dream of. on them. The track-ready GT-R 650s had custom exhausts and they made a
The Royal Enfield Track School (RETS), powered by PRN Motorsport, bit more power than the stock GTs.
was established recently in our country to hone riders’ skills for the road, We were asked to suit up and then sent for a short track session where we
build confidence in riding, and, ultimately, to get more people into bike followed one of the coaches in formation and he pointed out all the marshal
racing. So, what better way than to get coached by former Royal Enfield GT posts on the track. We then did two laps and came in for a debrief session
Cup winners and national champions? The RETS by PRN Motorsport is a where more inputs were given and we went back on to the track. Later, we
two-day school that is spearheaded by international racer and national went on a nine-lap ride where a coach led us and all of us followed behind in
champion Anish Shetty, who is accompanied by fellow bike racers Pradeep a single file convoy and, after each full lap, the person behind the coach
Reddy and Soorya P M. Anish is also a co-founder of PRN Motorsport. would move to the end of the pack. This gave everyone an opportunity to
A brief introduction before we get started. Kari is a 2.1-kilometre-long ride behind a professional to see how the lines were taken and to also know
track that was built in the early 2000s. Its layout was revised in 2020 when where the braking and accelerating points were on the track.
two corners were added to the start-finish stretch. Coming to the school, we I encountered a small incident wherein the front brake of my bike faded
got to the track on the first day at 7.30 am when we were welcomed by the and the lever became completely jelly-like with no bite. However, there was
registration committee. After finishing paperwork, we were sent to select our nobody behind and the rear brake was working fine, so I pulled over safely
gear. I was carrying my double D-ring helmet and Royal Enfield provided into the pit and got down. The technicians there immediately worked on the
us with the rest—a full racing suit, a pair of boots, and gauntlet gloves. We bike and got it repaired in less than a few minutes. By this time the sun was
were asked to assemble in the classroom for an introduction, discussion, and at its highest point and I was getting scorched. But little things such as the
briefing session where we were briefed on track etiquettes such as the mist-spraying pedestal fan and the endless supply of drinking water for all of

us, along with glucose powder, were life-savers and the
organising team came prepared. At the end of day one, it was all
smiles and excitement, with a lot of eagerness for the next day.
Day two started off with everyone reporting at 7.30 am and
we slowly walked on to the track and did some warm-up
exercises. Then we were taken for a track walk by Anish Shetty
and the other coaches, getting guidance about the lines to
choose, hitting the apex, entry and exit points out of corners,
braking, acceleration, and looking ahead at where we had to go.
To me, this was the best part of the entire two-day school; it not
only gave me a close look at the track but also a goosebumps
moment realising all the history behind and the big names that
have raced on it.
We then headed back to the pits where we were briefed a
little and then suited up to go out on to the track again. But this
time we did practice drills on the start-finish stretch. We
worked on the braking technique first wherein the coaches
identified mistakes and gave us inputs personally after each
drill. The next one was riding slalom through a set of cones and
this taught us counter-steering and using our core body to
handle the bike. After finishing the set of drills, we headed back
to the pits for a small briefing session. A lot of valuable Anish Shetty briefing the riders in the
information was given by the coaches, some of our “whats” and classroom, on the bike, and on the track
“ifs” were answered, and techniques to implement while going
back on to the track were underscored. We were then given
more laps with a little more freedom to ride while the coaches
rode around the track alongside the riders, monitoring everyone
and correcting mistakes. This was very helpful indeed. At the
end of the day, we got four sessions on the track and we only
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The Royal Enfield Track School Level I and II, powered by
PRN Motorsport, culminated with the distribution of certificates
and a photograph session with the entire line-up of participants
and bikes. The school maintained their schedule perfectly
through the two days and there were no delays or discrepancies.
Everything worked smoothly and gave us a good experience in
the end with a lot to take away and to improve on.

FEATURE TVS EUROGRIP TYRES
Out in the Real World

TVS Eurogrip are a manufacturer who takes
testing seriously and this time they wanted us
to experience their products in the real world
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meeting, TVS Eurogrip had accessible too. Himalayans we rode handled beautifully on the
promised that they would The Terrabite is the most off-road-focused winding roads leading up to Thekkady and were
introduce new products tyre range I experienced that day and it came equally settled on the long highway stints. I
frequently and in less than a year shod on some Royal Enfield Classic 350s. would even go so far as to say that on the road,
since, we were invited back to While one may say that the Classics belong on they were a noticeable improvement over the
their factory in Melur. This time, there were the road, their simplicity and durability have OEM tyres. Regardless of where one rides to,
three product ranges to experience; the Beamer, encouraged riders to go exploring beyond the there is almost always a construction site en
the Duratrail and the Terrabite. confines of tarmac. Our route was mostly over route. At those places, the Duratrail did not shy
Our ride began from the facility and we were faultless blacktop, so an off-road experience away from a detour off the beaten path. I was
headed to Thekkady in Kerala. My first stint was was not possible but I must say that they had able to bypass traffic on more than one occasion
astride a Yamaha FZ which oddly enough had good road manners. Despite having a criss- by leaving the road for small trails that joined the
the Beamer tyre at the front and a Protorq cross block pattern, they returned a ride that route further ahead of the congestion. If you are a
Extreme HR at the rear, which was also the case was stable and composed with adequate levels Himalayan owner who rides mostly on tarmac,
with the other motorcycles in that range. of grip throughout, even around corners. Riders then the Duratrail is the tyre for you. The most
Although I was unable to differentiate the who are mostly confined to urban limits may expensive size in this range is close to Rs 3,400
benefits of the Beamer by itself, it must be said not particularly need the Terrabite on their and that is good value if you ask me.
that the combination did not hinder the motorcycles but it should prove extremely Impressive terminology and flashy
experience in any way. There was enough grip useful for those who will encounter broken presentations are easy to throw around when
on demand at all times and consequently, no roads and the occasional off-road patch and compared to real-world experience. That is why
shortage of confidence whatsoever. even for the adventurous ones who are planning although these tyres are armed to the teeth with
The only way to explore the limits of the trips to Ladakh and what not. This range is clever features, the only one we need to be
Beamer individually appeared to be loading the priced below Rs 3,000 which is rather attractive bothered with is grip and that is available in
front tyre as much as possible. Under hard for the segment. spades. Each product range appears to live up to
braking and while entering corners, it showed no The best was saved for last and of all the their claims and the Duratrail certainly exceeded
signs of being overwhelmed and performed as motorcycles I rode over those two days, the my expectations. If you own any of the
expected. It is likely that the Beamer range may Duratrail-equipped Himalayans were my motorcycles I got to ride on this trip and are in
be updated to include rear tyres also. Then it favourite. As capable as they are off the road, need of a tyre change soon, you would be doing
could become a reasonable alternative for those there are riders who choose ADVs simply to yourself a favour if you were to consider any of
looking to change tyres on sub-200-cc tackle the unpredictability of our road surfaces. these products. Besides, the cost of replacement
motorcycles including the Suzuki Gixxer, Among them, there are some who have no is very close to what one would pay for OEM
Yamaha FZ range and TVS Apache RTRs. intention of seeking out off-road escapades. The rubber. So, why not?

INTERVIEW
“When it
comes to
agility of a
motorcycle,
weight has
an important
role to play.”
V Sivaramakrishnan, Chief Technology Officer, TVS Srichakra Limited, talks to
us about the latest and upcoming tyres from TVS Eurogrip
Interviewed By: Joshua Varghese
With every increasing demand in for newer models. We have ongoing efficient in the use of materials. The goal is to
performance improvements, do you also developments with our customers viz. Bajaj, reinforce the tyre where it is required. For
develop new polymers? Hero, Honda, TVS Motors and Yamaha. We example, in extreme on-off tyres, the tread will
Yes, We closely work with our Supplier are also in the advanced stages of developing be lighter but the sidewalls will be heavier. By
partners in developing tailor made polymers tyres for global suppliers to Piaggio. So a lot of doing this, when the tyre hits a stone, you
and additives which are used in our work is going on in premium models, yes. protect it from a concussion.
compounds. We work on six to seven such
projects every year. When developing a tyre, how does its Is there anything that you would like to
weight factor in? share with our readers?
After your success with Aprilia When it comes to agility of a motorcycle, We launched the Protorq Extreme, the
specifically for the Indian market, are you weight has an important role to play, both Roadhounds, the Bee Connect and the
looking at becoming an OEM supplier for from the agility of the bike and from a Climber. The super-high-performance
other manufacturers as well? sustainability and efficacy standpoint. adventure segment product line which is
OE customers are very important and invest Designers work on striking the right balance called the Trailhound will be launched next
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SPORT HARITH NOAH INTERVIEW

“I guess we grew up, went
up the ladder together and
now we are here.”
India’s first Dakar Rally 2 winner, Harith Noah, speaks to us

about his most successful Dakar outing yet
Interviewed by: Joshua Varghese
In comparison to your previous Dakar muscle mostly. So that could have helped and would have ideally liked to do more road book
participation, which part of your training then obviously there was a lot of rehab at the training which I will try to do this year.
made the biggest difference this year? beginning with the broken back and the rest.
• I do not know what I did. I mean, I know Mental training-wise, was pretty much the Which was the most difficult stage for
what I did differently but I do not know what same thing with my mental training coach. you this time?
made the difference, which is actually not that Fitness I do myself and I did more riding, • I would say the most difficult stage for me
much. For fitness, I did pretty much the same more intense riding. I also rode a lot with personally would have been Stage One
except I did some testing and got some input Mason Klein which helped a lot and, yeah, because I had a very bad headache and cramps
from the Red Bull APC – Athlete Performance other than that, road book training, I have to everywhere. It was not really the stage, it was
Centre. That definitely helped and we tried to be honest, I didn’t do that much. I just did one just my physical condition; that day I think I
gain some weight. Which we did in the form of week of training in Morocco. I definitely was dehydrated. That made it difficult. If that

SPORT HARITH NOAH INTERVIEW
is not included, then I would say Stage 11 was started off. I really wanted to push because I
pretty hard, was very rocky. Long, lots of high didn’t know where I was overall. So I just
speeds, was difficult to stay focused and wanted to really push and I tried really hard
obviously not crash. Even though I did, twice. and 30 kilometres into a 170-kilometre stage, I
was completely in the dust of the guy in front
We saw clips on social media where you who started three minutes ahead. I couldn’t do
stopped to help fellow racers. Did you anything, so I literally rode behind him till the
also receive help when you needed it? finish and he caught the guy in front who
• Yeah, I stopped once for my teammate, to started three minutes ahead of him, so that is
help him out with some parts. I didn’t really six minutes that I caught but there is nothing
need help. I never really stopped during the you can do because it is too dusty and
race. Two-three years ago, when I broke my especially during that stage there was no wind
fuel tank and I had to get fuel, obviously it was so the dust never went away. I would say
not easy, nobody really wanted to stop, which probably if I would have gotten more
is understandable because they are in the race. comfortable on the bike right in the beginning
But yeah, it is what it is. it would have been much better. Would have
been nice if I had not fallen sick too.
If you could go back in time and change
something to finish higher in the overall What is your biggest learning from this like, bigger names and I was a little... not
rankings, what would it be? year’s Dakar? stressed particularly but not sure what to do.
• That’s a tricky question, to go back! I think • The biggest learning would be what I think if you feel good, you should just go
nothing because I gave it my best. I’ve aspects I should work on this year. Another ahead, pass and just try to navigate and go
finished where I was supposed to but there are aspect would be, try to just do your own race. ahead. I did that towards the end and
so many factors. Let’s take just the last stage. I In one stage, I caught up with some people obviously, I want to do that in every other race
moving forward.
Would you say you are strongest on the

sand or are there other terrain where you
are stronger?
• I would say I am actually the strongest on
soil, like hardback. Hard terrain with less
grip, I’m pretty good at that. Also, any tracks
that are really, really fast. Where the average
speed is very high and with navigation. If it’s

We kept working and working together as a
team and trying to improve everything, like the bike,
myself, my riding, my skill
not too bumpy, I’m really pretty good at that, How would you describe TVS Racing’s
so those are probably my strong skills. On role throughout your career?
sand dunes, I’m okay. I can still improve a lot. • TVS Racing has supported me almost from
the beginning. I was just a privateer for two
At what point in the race did you realise years and then, the third year I joined TVS.
that you had a good chance of winning in They saw something in me I guess, and
your category? obviously I was just one of their riders and just
• I never knew. I don’t follow the results. So, trying to get better. I did and slowly we kept
I didn’t really know if I was winning. I think working and working together as a team and
in rally too, I knew that I was in the top 3 trying to improve everything, like the bike,
somehow. Obviously, I tried to tell everyone myself, my riding, my skill. I guess we grew
not to tell me anything, but you know, up, went up the ladder together and now we
sometimes I hear small bits but I didn’t know are here. So definitely a long journey, but
that I was winning. So yeah, I came to know worth it. Worth all the hours of training and
just after finishing the final stage. dedication I have put into this sport.


SPORT JORGE MARTIN INTERVIEW
‘I have
a killer
mentality;
it’s better
if we are
enemies’ Few MotoGP riders are more spectacular or

aggressive than Jorge Martin, who is all set to fight
for the 2024 MotoGP title with fellow Ducati riders,
Pecco Bagnaia, Marco Bezzecchi, and Marc Márquez
Report: Mat Oxley
Photography: Dorna, Ducati, Michelin, and Red Bull

M
OTORCYCLE RACING ‘I guess I have a really killer mentality,’
is super-cool, at least for real admits the 25-year-old Spaniard, nicknamed
people who prefer real sport “Martinator”, with good reason. ‘What I’ve
to mere games; like the learnt over the years in MotoGP is that
rough and tough American people here aren’t your friends. I don’t need to
author, Ernest Hemingway, be friends with Pecco, Marc [Márquez],
who once said, ‘There are only three sports: [Marco] Bezzecchi or with anyone—I just
bullfighting, motor racing, and mountaineering; want to beat them.
all the rest are merely games.’ (We did not agree And he is happy to fight whether he is on the
with him about bullfighting.) racetrack or sitting in a media conference.
In other words, motorcycle racing is vicious ‘If I can say something to put some pressure
and dangerous and anyone who tries to make it on my rivals or to make them nervous, I will do
to the top risks their life every step of the way. it, because I think it will help me, but also they
And yet one of the many things I like about the can so the same to me! I think it’s better if we are
sport is that some of its greatest exponents really enemies—like Valentino [Rossi] and [Jorge]
do not look like they earn their living by Lorenzo were, one against the other.’
charging around racetracks at stupid speeds and Martin made his grand prix début in 2015— (L-R) Karel Hanika second, Martin first, Enea
carving up anyone who dares to get in their way. when Rossi and Lorenzo tore into each other as Bastianini third, Red Bull Rookies, Jerez 2013
Take the reigning MotoGP king, Pecco never before—and he has been on a fast train to
Bagnaia. If you saw the Italian walking down the top of MotoGP ever since, although mostly
the street, you would think he was on his way to under the radar. Martin and Fausto Gresini 2018 Moto3 champs
college for his next lecture on existential Indeed, he very nearly did not make it at all.
philosophy or cogitating the next step of his He grew up on a housing estate next the Jarama
latest conceptual art project. No way does he racetrack, north of Madrid, and his dad lost his
look like a two-hundred-miles-an-hour (321 job in the recession that followed the global
km/h) axe murderer. financial crisis of 2008. His mum kept the family
However, Jorge Martin, who fought Bagnaia going, while dad begged and borrowed bikes for
for last year’s title until he crashed out of the final his son.
race, really does: cage-fighter body covered in In late 2011, they were out of money and ready
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swagger. There is no way Martin is on his way to was saved by the Red Rookies Cup, the KTM-
college to do anything! He looks more like he is powered MotoGP feeder series which is free to
about to take part in some gang warfare. Which riders selected for their talent.
is basically what he does for a living. Martin thanks his parents for what they
Martin’s first win did for him every time he wins a MotoGP race.
in MotoGP: the He wraps a Spanish flag around his shoulders,
2021 Styrian GP the very same flag his mum and dad carried
around them in the 1990s, when they
supported Alex Crivillé, winner of the 1999
500-cc world championship.
Once Martin got good machinery—in the
Rookies Cup, all riders get identical KTM
Moto3 bikes—he was on his way. He won the
Cup in 2014 and the Moto3 world
championship in 2018, helped by MotoGP
veteran Aleix Espargaró who supplied Martin
with training bikes and everything else he
needed, because he could see the talent that
burned inside his skint young countryman.
Martin might have won the 2020 Moto2
crown, too, if he had not caught COVID during

MotoGP’s plague season. But no worries, by
now his talent was obvious to everyone, so
Ducati bought him out of his KTM contract and
took him into the premier class the following
year, with Pramac Ducati. He was an immediate
hit, in good and bad ways: pole position and a
podium in his second race, then a terrifying
smash at the next round that put him out of
action for a couple of months.
That accident left him with the kind of injuries
that take most riders a long time to recover from, Martin and Bastianini
mentally as much as physically. But not Martin. Moto2, 2020
A few weeks after his comeback, he scored his
first MotoGP victory, topping the podium at improve himself, too, by narrowing his focus
Red Bull Ring, above 2020 MotoGP champ down to racing and nothing else.
Joan Mir and 2021 champ Fabio Quartararo. ‘Jorge has worked so hard,’ says Espargaró,
The 2022 season promised much and who lives just down the road from Martin,
delivered very little. The Pramac had to make do MotoGP’s favourite tax haven. ‘He became very
with the engines rejected by Ducati’s factory serious, living almost alone, without friends, and
team, so Martin did not win a single race. training very hard. He focused his whole life on
‘I had a big problem in braking—the engine winning the MotoGP title and it’s paying off. I’m
was pushing the bike into the corner, so I was very, very happy for him—I love his story!’
losing, maybe, 20 metres every time I braked. It Martin certainly did change. The last time I
was also super-complicated with the throttle, so did a one-on-one interview with him was during
I couldn’t fight back and I couldn’t manage the the 2022 pre-season testing. He had recently
tyres because they were sliding all the time.’ split up with his long-term girlfriend and had
All that changed the first time Martin rolled become a lady’s man.
out of pit-lane astride Ducati’s Desmosedici ‘I had had the same girlfriend for three
GP23 for pre-season testing before the years—now every week I change!’ he grinned at
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‘Straight away I was super-fast, so I knew I Now he has changed again. Martin is in
was going to make a big step this season.’ another long-term relationship, which he
Martin’s 2022 disappointment helped him believes helps his racing. After all, these are not
the days of Barry Sheene, when riders spent
more time chasing women than worrying about
‘I know I’m strong in braking, I’m strong bike settings.
in turning the bike fast, and I’m strong in

‘I think it’s better to be with a girl because
your life is much more stable,’ he says. ‘Plus, you
acceleration—that’s the key!’ have someone to keep your feet on the ground in
the good moments and someone you trust to
give you support in the bad moments.
‘Also, you don’t have to go out every night,
trying to catch a girl! Now we must be 90 per
cent focused on racing, even when we’re at home.
‘I realised that I have, maybe, six, seven or
eight more years of racing, then it’s finished, so I
want to take profit of these years and then I’ll
have time for other things.’
Work now and play later?
‘Yes, but I still enjoy myself with friends, but
now I understand which friends it’s better to go
out with. That’s the change I made.’

Left: 2023, Martin
with crew chief
Daniele Romagnoli
and Pramac rider
performance
director Fonsi Nieto
‘Getting compared to Marc is quite a big thing, because I think he’s the greatest in history,
but my target is to win the MotoGP title’
So, you have ditched the wild mates that took feel that when everything is right, I can do it. method to his madness. Or rather there is
you in crazy directions? ‘I know I’m strong in braking, I’m strong in science to his madness.
‘Exactly, even if I like to do crazy things turning the bike fast, and I’m strong in ‘It’s not just the leaning off, it’s also putting
sometimes!’ acceleration—that’s the key! I think I’m the best more weight inside of the corner, which helps us
Martin mostly likes to do crazy things when Jorge Martin I’ve been so far and I hope to keep to turn faster. For sure, the Ducati isn’t the best
he is on a racetrack. improving. I work a lot at home—I analyse a lot bike to turn, so my style helps me to compensate
His style is all-attack, take-no-prisoners, of information, watch videos of races and practice for this problem.
reminiscent of the world’s greatest by-any- sessions, and use all of this to improve my style.’ ‘When I’m at full lean angle in a right corner,
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and Márquez. his attitude—no one hangs further off a handlebar, maybe with just one finger, because I
‘Getting compared to Marc is quite a big MotoGP bike—his knees, elbows, and am leaning off the bike to the maximum. From
thing, because I think he’s the greatest in history, sometimes shoulders on the ground. that point, I just try to pick up the bike and put
but my target is to win the MotoGP title and I This is not madness, of course, there is the power to the ground.’
Martin, Marc Marquez,

Alex Marquez, Fabio
Di Giannantonio, 2023
Valencia GP

Corner exits are where Martin really makes the front and the rear tyres, so then I lean a little the grid—is MotoGP’s new minimum tyre-
the difference, according to Bagnaia and other bit less, try to get a reference point with my body pressure rules. From the start of this season,
rivals. Instead of managing his power-to-grip position, and from there I use less and less lean.’ riders will get disqualified if their front tyre
ratio by modulating the throttle, which obviously Ducati are currently enjoying an pressure (the rear tyre is not an issue) is even 0.01
compromises performance (because when you unprecedented era of success in motorcycle bar (0.14 psi) below the 1.88-bar (27.30-psi)
feather the throttle, you lose acceleration), he racing. The Bologna company has eight limit. Last season the punishment was much less
adjusts grip by moving his body to shrink or MotoGP riders—more than a third of the grid— harsh: a three-second penalty.
expand the tyre contact patch, depending upon and has won the last two riders’ titles and last ‘We cannot ride at our 100 per cent because of
whether he wants the tyre to spin to help turn the four constructors’ titles. Let alone its success in this rule, so we won’t see real races now, we will
bike or grip to drive out of the corner. This is BSB and World Superbikes. see technical races. I think they are destroying
why he is built like a cage-fighter. Ducati allow all their MotoGP riders to see the racing and they need to do something,
‘I move my body a lot and do a lot with lean each other’s data, so they can all learn how to go because otherwise this season will be a big
angle, trying to adjust grip or find grip. I think faster. This is one of the many reasons why the disaster.’
that struggling with the 2022 bike gave me a lot company is so dominant. Martin accepts the Martin is not wrong. Imagine if the 2024
of feeling for a bike that didn’t help me in system but does not like it, because he thinks the championship is decided by a tyre-pressure
acceleration.’ others benefit more than he does. infraction, because a rider lost a bunch of points
Because racing is all about grip, Martin adapts ‘It’s a great strategy because all the riders can for being 0.01 bar under the limit.
his technique according to different tracks, arrive at a really good level, but I’d prefer not to There is still a glimmer of hope that the rule
different grip levels, different tyres, and during see their data so the others can’t see my data. For will be rewritten in time for the new season,
races as grip diminishes. sure, it helps me a bit, maybe 10 per cent, but the which starts in Qatar on the 10th of March this
‘At the beginning of races, I hang off a long rest I do on my own. I usually find the limit year. There is no doubt that Martin will be in the
way and really use the edge of the tyres, but this quicker than anyone during the weekend, then title fight, most likely slugging it out with
puts a lot of lateral force into the tyres, so towards the others catch me up.’ Bagnaia, Márquez, and Bezzecchi. Tyre
the end of the race, the bike starts to slide, both A bigger concern for Martin—and the rest of pressures permitting.

Curriculum Vitae: Jorge Martin
Born: 29 January 1998
Lives: Andorra
2012: 12th, Red Bull Rookies Cup

2013: 2nd, Red Bull Rookies Cup
2014: 1st, Red Bull Rookies Cup
2015: 17th, Moto3 world championship
2018: 1st, Moto3 world championship
2021: 9th, MotoGP world championship
2022: 9th, MotoGP world championship
2023: 2nd, MotoGP world championship

SPORT CEAT INDIAN SUPERCROSS RACING LEAGUE
If Bikes Could Fly The inaugural season of the CEAT Indian Supercross Racing
League (ISRL) had the right mix of close racing in the dirt, insane
stunts, utter domination, crashes, fisticuffs, and more
Report: Gaurav Davare and Sayantan De
Photography: CEAT
I
T TOOK A FEW HURDLES AND categories: 450-cc International, 250-cc
some delay, but a new form of supercross International, 250-cc India/Asia mix, and 85-cc.
racing in India, the CEAT Indian Apart from the 85-cc class, which was limited to
Supercross Racing League (ISRL), has demo runs, the other three categories received
finally introduced itself to the motor championship points from 20 for first place to
sport lore in the country. What makes it two for 14th place for each of the two races.
novel is the fact that it is a franchise-based There was also an All-star race combining the
league like the tremendously popular IPL and 450-cc and 250-cc classes.
it has been applied to supercross for the first Let us now get down to the action that
time in the world. unfolded over the past couple of months. The
Held at indoor/outdoor dirt-tracks with plenty season was kicked off in fine style in Pune with a
of jumps and obstacles, the inaugural season saw huge turnout of 10,000 spectators at the Shree
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Motorsports, Mohite’s Racing, BB Racing, SG Not only were they treated to plenty of pit-lane
Speed Racers, Reise Motorsports, and Gujarat access, but high flying bikes, intense racing in
Trailblazers, with well-known names like Gaurav the dirt, as well as incredible FMX stunts.
Gill, C S Santosh, and Dhruv Mohite being the It was BB Racing’s Jordi Tixier (450-cc
owners of some of the teams. International), BigRock Motorsports’ Reid
After an auction process, 48 riders, including Taylor (250-cc International), and Thanarat
Indian riders and international riders like nine- Penjan (250-cc India-Asia mix) who dominated
time Australian MX and SX champion Matt their respective classes. While the 85-cc class did
Moss, were selected to compete in four not have championship points, the outstanding
rider was undoubtedly Brian Gyles who
dominated the proceedings. This being a league (BigRock Motorsports) took advantage of this,
format, team points matter, so BigRock finishing second and winning the next race to
Motorsports took the early lead. take the points lead, although Jordi Tixier did
It was during the second round in take second in race two and won the All-star
Ahmedabad, however, that drama unfolded in race. Reid Taylor continued his domination in
the 450-cc International class as a racing the 250-cc International class while Thanarat
incident between Jordi Tixier (BB Racing) and Penjan (250-cc India-Asia mix) remained
Cedric Soubeyras (BigRock Motorsports) consistent with a win and second place.
caused both riders to fall and then Soubeyras The inaugural ISRL season came to a fantastic
punched Tixier in the face, leading to the conclusion in Bengaluru, with rally veteran C S
former being banned by the stewards from Santosh’s team, BigRock Motorsports, being
competing in the next race. Matt Moss crowned the first-ever champions of the league.

And what better way to do it on their home turf
with titles in the 450-cc International, 250-cc
International, and 250-cc India-Asia mix classes.
They had a 50-point cushion over Mohite’s
Racing, but it was consistency that stood the
team in good stead to eventually claim the overall
team’s title by 82 points. BB Racing were third
overall, with SG Speed Racers taking fourth
position, Reise Motorsports fifth, and Gujarat
Trailblazers sixth.
In the 450-cc International class, despite BB
Racing’s Jordi Tixier making a clean sweep of
victories in both races as well as the All-star race,
that one controversial DNF in the previous
round proved costly as Matt Moss limited the
damage just enough to clinch the title by only
four points for BigRock Motorsports.
Reid Taylor also played the long game in the
250-cc International class with a fourth- and
third-place finish, enough to seal the
championship, 15 points ahead of SG Speed
Racer’s Hugo Manzato. Thanarat Penjan
(BigRock Motorsports), following some fairly
close racing up front, finished second in both
races, enough to beat BB Racing’s Athison
Ruadero, who won the final race by 10 points.
Brian Gyles dominated the 85-cc two-
stroke demo class as he had earlier in Pune
and Ahmedabad.
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is sure to be bigger and better and we wait with
bated breath to see what’s in store for high flying
bike action.

SPORT WSBK AUSTRALIA
Alex Lowes On Top at Phillip Island

The WSBK season opener saw rookie Nicolo Bulega taking his maiden
Race win while Alex Lowes bagged two Race wins on Sunday with Toprak
Razgatlioglu blowing his BMW and Jonathan Rea crashing out.
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blistering pace from Andrea Locatelli saw him could only manage a 10th place in the end.
for the WorldSBK racing overtake Iannone, Lowes and Razgatlioglu, but Race two saw Locatelli making the perfect
championship saw Nicolo the margin to Bulega was too much to close start as he took the lead from Alex Lowes, while
Bulega of Aruba.It racing setting down as he took his maiden race win. Alvaro Bautista also came through on the
an incredible lap time of 1:27.916s On Sunday, in the Superpole race, Alex Superpole race winner. Lowes and Bautista
aboard his Ducati in Superpole Lowes returned to winning ways as he took the spent the next lap battling before a huge blow
while the rest of the field failed to beat his sub top step of the podium with Andrea Locatelli up for Toprak’s BMW separated the lead
1:28 timing. The closest was Andrea Iannone in and Toprak Razgatlioglu occupying the second group. Bautista passed Locatelli to lead for the
the GoEleven Ducati and Alex Lowes of and third spot of the podium. This also marks first time in 2024. A red flag was then deployed
Kawasaki Racing Team who were 0.238 seconds Toprak’s first podium with BMW. In fourth soon after following a big crash for Jonathan
and 0.323 seconds behind, respectively. place was Bautista, bouncing back from his Rea. A revised race distance of 11 laps was
Coming to Race one, Iannone made a crash in the opening race. Behind him was race confirmed as Rea was taken to the medical
brilliant launch as he took the lead away from one winner Bulega for Ducati. Jonathan Rea centre where he was confirmed to be conscious.
Nicolo Bulega. Reigning champion Alvaro When lights out took place for a second time,
Bautista went from ninth to second by turn one. Bautista led into turn one as former team-mate
Both Ducati riders were quickly overtaken by Michael Rinaldi went from sixth to second.
Alex Lowes, however, Iannone bounced Later, in an almost impossible-to-believe move,
straight back at the beginning of lap two. In lap Kawasaki Racing Team rider Alex Lowes
four Bautista crashed. At the end of six laps, overtook Bautista on the outside on the final lap
Bulega finally overtook Iannone to lead a and held his ground to claim his second win of
Superbike race for the first time in his career. the day and the fourth win of his WorldSBK
The leading four of Bulega, Iannone, Lowes career. Lowes now leads the championship from
and Razgatlioglu all pitted as others stayed out. Nicolo Bulega and Andrea Locatelli.

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two-wheeler buying guide
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Bikes
Aprilia www.aprilia.com
RS
This PDF was uploade To Telegram channel_https://t.me/Magazines_8890050582 457 We Say: A super sport for the world made-in-India.
Also See: KTM RC 390, Yamaha YZF-R3
RS 457 4.10 lakh 457 I2/lc 47.6/9400 43.5/6700 6 175 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
660
We Say: Much-loved supermoto back with a smaller yet potent engine.
Also See: Honda CB650R/CBR650R, Kawasaki Z650/Ninja 650
Tuono 660 13.09 lakh 659 I2/lc 100/10500 67/8500 6 183 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
RS 660 13.39 lakh 659 I2/lc 95/8750 67/8500 6 183 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
Tuono
We Say: Among the most-exciting super-nakeds on sale.
Also See: Honda CB1000R, Kawasaki Z1000
V4 1100 20.66 lakh 1077 V4/lc 175/11000 120/9000 6 185 NA NA 18.5 NA NA NA
RSV4
A thoroughbred Italian superbike.
BMW S 1000 RR, Ducati Panigale, Honda CBR1000RR, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, Yamaha YZF-R1
RSV4 23.69 lakh 999.6 V4/lc 201/13000 115/10500 6 180 NA NA 18.5 NA NA NA
Bajaj AuTO www.bajajauto.com

CT
We Say: Affordable and frugal commuter.
Also See: Hero HF Deluxe, Honda CD110 Dream, TVS Star City+
CT 110X 69,104 115.45 1/ac 8.6/7000 9.81/5000 4 127 NA 90 11 NA CBS NA NA
CT 125X 77,216 124.45 1/ac 10.9/8000 11/5500 5 130 NA NA 11 NA CBS NA NA
Platina
We Say: Comfortable and efficient everyday motorcycle.
Also See: Hero Splendor, TVS Star City+, Yamaha Saluto
Platina 100 67,808 102 1/ac 7.9/7500 8.34/5500 4 117 NA 90 11 NA CBS NA NA
Platina 110 ABS 76,064 115.45 1/ac 8.6/7000 9.81/5000 5 123 NA NA 10.5 NA ABS NA NA
Avenger
We Say: Powerful and torquey, great combo of style and value. Pillion seat could be more comfortable.
Also See: Suzuki Intruder 150
Street 160 1,16 lakh 160 1/ac 15/8500 13.7/7000 5 156 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
Street 220 1.43 lakh 220 1/ac 19.03/8500 17.5/7000 5 163 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
Cruise 220 1.43 lakh 220 1/ac 19.03/8500 17.5/7000 5 163 NA NA 13 NA NA NA

Two-Wheeler Buying Guide GBU
Fuel Efficiency
eNGINE lAYOUT
Alloy wheels
Acceleration
(Ex-showroom)
Capacity (cc)
Peak torque
kERB wEIGHT
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(0-60 km/h)
Top Speed
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Tested
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Engine
hp/rpm
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(km/h)
(litres)
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ABS
(kg)
Pulsar DTS-i
We Say: Good fusion of performance, efficiency and looks, great value for money.
Also See: Honda CB Unicorn 160, Suzuki Gixxer, TVS Apache RTR
Pulsar 125 91,251 124.4 1/ac 11.8/8500 10.8/6500 5 140 NA NA 15 NA CBS NA NA
Pulsar 220F 1.37 lakh 220 1/ac 20.4/8500 18.5/7000 5 160 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
Pulsar NS
We Say: Value for money, a modern bike now with a 160-cc option.
Also See: Honda CB Hornet 160R, X-Blade , KTM 200 Duke, Suzuki Gixxer, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V
Pulsar NS125 1.06 lakh 124.45 1/ac 11.8/8500 11/7000 5 144 NA NA 12 NA CBS Aug 21
Pulsar NS160 1.36 lakh 160.3 1/ac 17.3/9000 14.6/7250 5 151 NA NA 12 NA NA NA
Pulsar NS200 1.49 lakh 199.5 1/lc 24.5/9750 18.7/8000 6 159 NA NA 12 44.5 Aug 12
Pulsar RS
We Say: Good amount of kit at a fair price.
Also See: KTM RC 200
Pulsar RS 200 1.72 lakh 199.5 1/lc 24.5/9750 18.7/8000 6 166 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
Pulsar N
We Say: Good amount of kit at a fair price.
Also See: (for N160) Suzuki Gixxer, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, Yamaha FZ-S, (for 250s) Suzuki Gixxer 250, Yamaha FZ25
Pulsar N150 1.18 lakh 149.7 1/ac 14.5/8500 13.5/6000 5 145 NA NA 14 NA NA NA
Pulsar N160 1.31 lakh 165 1/ac 15.9/8750 14.65/6750 5 152 NA NA 14 NA NA NA
Pulsar N250 1.40 lakh 249 1/ac 24.5/8750 21.5/6500 5 162 NA NA 14 NA NA NA
Pulsar F250 1.50 lakh 249 1/ac 24.5/8750 21.5/6500 5 164 NA NA 14 NA NA NA
DOMINAr
We Say: The largest and most powerful Bajaj motorcycle yet.
Also See: KTM 390 Duke
Dominar 250 1.83 lakh 248.77 1/lc 27/8500 23.5/6500 6 180 3.87 133.27 13 NA Aug 20
Dominar 400 2.29 lakh 373.3 1/lc 40/8800 35/6500 6 193 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
BENELLI india.benelli.com
Imperiale
We Say: An Italian contender in the single modern-classic arena.
Also See: Honda H’Ness CB350, Jawa forty two, Royal Enfield Meteor 350
Imperiale 400 2.35 lakh 374 1/ac 21/6000 29/3500 5 205 5.61 116.18 12 NA Oct 20
Leoncino
We Say: A good-looking retro-modern scrambler.
Also See: Royal Enfield 650 Twins
Leoncino 500 5.60 lakh 500 I2/lc 47.5/8500 46/6000 6 NA NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
TRK
We Say: Currently the only option if you want a 500-cc adventure-tourer.
Also See: BMW G 310 GS, Kawasaki Versys-X 300
TRK 251 2.89 lakh 249 1/lc 25/9250 21/8000 6 164 NA NA 18 NA NA
TRK 502 5.85 lakh 500 I2/lc 47.5/8500 46/6000 6 235 2.88 150.87 20 NA Jul 19
TRK 502X 6.35 lakh 500 I2/lc 47.5/8500 46/6000 6 NA NA NA 20 NA NA NA
Power Cruiser
We Say: Currently the only option if you want a 500-cc power cruiser.
Also See: Kawasaki Vulcan 650
502C 5.85 lakh 500 I2/lc 47.5/8500 46/6000 6 216 NA NA 21 NA Sep 21
BMW Motorrad www.bmw-motorrad.in

TOUR
We Say: Among the most powerful and refined touring bikes available today.
Also See: Kawasaki Ninja 1000, Honda GL1800 Gold Wing
R 1250 RT 24.95 lakh 1254 F2/lc 136/7750 143/6250 6 279 NA NA 25 NA NA NA
K 1600 B 29.90 lakh 1649 I6/lc 160/7750 180/5250 6 336 NA NA 26.5 NA NA NA
K 1600 GTL 33.00 lakh 1649 I6/lc 160/7750 180/5250 6 350 NA NA 26.5 NA NA NA
K 1600 Grand America 33.00 lakh 1649 I6/lc 160/7750 180/5250 6 336 NA NA 26.5 NA NA NA
HERITAGE
We Say: BMW going back to their roots in a modern way.
Also See: Aprilia Tuono V4R, Kawasaki Z1000, Triumph ThruxtonR.
R nineT Scrambler 17.25 lakh 1170 F2/lc 110/7750 116/6000 6 220 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
R nineT 19.00 lakh 1170 F2/lc 110/7750 116/6000 6 222 NA NA 18 NA NA NA
R 18
We Say: Bavaria’s cruiser offering to take on American iron.
Also See: Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Classic, Indian Vintage
R 18 19.90 lakh 1802 F2/lc 91/4750 158/3000 6 345 NA NA 16 NA NA NA
R 18 Transcontinental 31.50 lakh 1802 F2/lc 91/4750 158/3000 6 427 NA NA 24 NA NA NA
Legends: ac: Air-cooled, lc: Liquid-cooled, I: In-line, V: V layout, F: Flat, sc: Supercharged, A: Automatic, BO: By Order, L: Limited, * : Dry weight

GBU Two-Wheeler Buying Guide
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ADVENTURE
We Say: Arguably among the best all-round motorcycles there are.
Also See: KTM 390 Adventure (for G 310 GS), Aprilia Dorsoduro, Ducati Multistrada, Triumph Tiger
G 310 GS 3.25 lakh 313 1/lc 34/9250 28/7500 6 175 NA NA 11 NA NA NA
F 850 GS Pro 12.95 lakh 853 I2/lc 90/8000 86/6250 6 229 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
F 850 GS Adventure 13.75 lakh 853 I2/lc 90/8000 86/6250 6 244 NA NA 23 NA NA NA
F 900 XR Pro 12.55 lakh 895 I2/lc 105/8500 92/6500 6 NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
S 1000 XR Pro 22.10 lakh 999 I4/lc 165/11000 114/9250 6 228 NA NA 20 NA NA NA
R 1250 GS Pro 20.55 lakh 1254 F2/lc 136/7750 143/6250 6 249 NA NA 20 NA NA NA
R 1250 GS Adventure Pro 22.50 lakh 1254 F2/lc 136/7750 143/6250 6 268 NA NA 30 NA NA NA
ROADSTER
We Say: Nimble, everyday bike with exceptional quality.
Also See: KTM 390 Duke (for G 310 R), Aprilia Tuono V4R, Kawasaki Z1000
G 310 R 2.85 lakh 313 1/lc 34/9250 28/7500 6 164 NA NA 11 NA NA NA
F 900 R 10.80 lakh 895 I2/lc 105/8500 92/6500 6 211 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
S 1000 R 19.00 lakh 999 I4/lc 165/11000 114/9250 6 205 NA NA 17.5 NA NA NA
S 1000 R Pro 20.45 lakh 999 I4/lc 165/11000 114/9250 6 205 NA NA 17.5 NA NA NA
S 1000 R 19.00 lakh 999 I4/lc 165/11000 114/9250 6 205 NA NA 17.5 NA NA NA
S 1000 R Pro M sport 23.30 lakh 999 I4/lc 165/11000 114/9250 6 205 NA NA 17.5 NA NA NA
M 1000 R 33.00 lakh 999 I4/lc 210/13750 113/11100 6 199 NA 280 16.5 NA NA NA
M 1000 R Competition 38.00 lakh 999 I4/lc 210/13750 113/11100 6 199 NA 280 16.5 NA NA NA
R 1250 R 16.25 lakh 1254 F2/lc 136/7750 143/6250 6 239 NA NA 18 NA NA NA
SPORT
We Say: Great track tool.
Also See: Aprilia RSV4, Ducati Panigale, Honda CBR1000RR, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, Suzuki GSX-R 1000, Yamaha YZF-R1.
G 310 RR 3.00 lakh 313 1/lc 34/9700 28/7700 6 174 NA NA 11 NA NA NA
S 1000 RR 20.25 lakh 999 I4/lc 210/13750 113/11000 6 197 NA NA 17.5 NA NA NA
S 1000 RR Pro 22.15 lakh 999 I4/lc 210/13500 113/11000 6 197 NA NA 17.5 NA NA NA
S 1000 RR Pro M Sport 24.45 lakh 999 I4/lc 210/13500 113/11000 6 193.5 NA NA 17.5 NA NA NA
M 1000 RR 49.00 lakh 999 I4/lc 212/14500 113/11000 6 192 NA NA 16.5 NA NA NA
M 1000 RR Competition 55.00 lakh 999 I4/lc 212/14500 113/11000 6 191.8 NA NA 16.5 NA NA NA
CFmoto www.amwmotorcycles.com
300
We Say: New entrant in the bustling performance single-cylinder segment.
Also See: BMW G 310 R, KTM 390 Duke
300NK 2.29 lakh 292.4 1/lc 27.88/8720 25/7000 6 151 3.19 137.77 12.5 NA Feb 20
650
We Say: A trio of 650 alternatives to add
Also See: Benelli TRK 502, Kawasaki Z650, Ninja 650
650NK 4.29 lakh 649.3 I2/lc 56.44/8250 54.4/7000 6 206 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
650MT 5.29 lakh 649.3 I2/lc 56.44/8250 54.4/7000 6 218 NA NA 18 NA NA NA
650GT 5.59 lakh 649.3 I2/lc 56.44/8250 54.4/7000 6 226 NA NA 19 NA NA NA
Ducati www.ducati.com
SCRAMBLER
We Say: A fun and agile Ducati you can use everyday.
Also See: Indian FTR 1200 S, Kawasaki Z650, Triumph Street Scrambler
Icon 9.89 lakh 803 V2/ac 73/8250 66/5750 6 189 NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
Nightshift 11.69 lakh 803 V2/ac 73/8250 66/5750 6 196 NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
Desert Sled 12.59 lakh 803 V2/ac 73/8250 66/5750 6 209 NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
Urban Motard 11.99 lakh 803 V2/ac 73/8250 66/5750 6 209 NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
1100 Tribute Pro 14.10 lakh 1079 V2/ac 86/7500 88/4750 6 206 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
1100 Sport Pro 15.99 lakh 1079 V2/ac 86/7500 88/4750 6 206 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
MONSTER
We Say: Light and nimble, a good buy.
Also See: Kawasaki Z900, Z1000, Triumph Street Triple
Monster 12.95 lakh 937 V2/lc 111/9250 93/6500 6 188 NA NA 14 NA NA NA
Monster SP 15.95 lakh 937 V2/lc 111/9250 93/6500 6 188 NA NA 14 NA NA NA
Streetfighter
We Say: The naked motorcyle with that much-liked V4 motor
Also See: BMW S 1000 R, Kawasaki Z H2
Streetfighter V2 18.10 lakh 955 V2/lc 153/10750 101.4/9000 6 200 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
Streetfighter V4 22.15 lakh 1103 V4/lc 208/13000 123/9500 6 201 NA NA 16 NA NA NA
Streetfighter V4 S 25.49 lakh 1103 V4/lc 208/13000 123/9500 6 199 NA NA 16 NA Jan 22
Diavel
We Say: Looks big and heavy, but is light and nimble. Now with a 1,158-cc V4
Also See: Triumph Rocket 3
Diavel V4 25.91 lakh 1158 V4/lc 168/10750 126/7500 6 211 NA NA 20 NA NA NA

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Top Speed
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overall
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hp/rpm
geARS
(km/h)
(litres)
(km/l)
Price
ABS
(kg)
HYPERMOTARD
We Say: A tall road bike with the handling of a supersport.
Also See: Aprilia Dorsoduro
Hypermotard 950 RVE 15.60 lakh 937 V2/lc 114/9000 96/7250 6 178 NA NA 14.5 NA NA NA
MULTISTRADA
We Say: The motorcycle equivalent of a luxury SUV.
Also See: BMW R 1200 GS, Honda Africa Twin, Triumph Tiger
V2 16.05 lakh 937 V2/lc 113/9000 96/7750 6 196 NA NA 20 NA NA NA
V2 S 18.32 lakh 937 V2/lc 113/9000 96/7750 6 202 NA NA 20 NA NA NA
V4 21.48 lakh 1158 V4/lc 170/10500 125/8750 6 215 NA NA 22 NA NA NA
V4 S 26.73 lakh 1158 V4/lc 170/10500 125/8750 6 218 NA NA 22 NA NA NA
V4 Rally 29.72 lakh 1158 V4/lc 170/10500 121/8750 6 227 NA NA 22 NA NA NA
V4 Pikes Peak 31.48 lakh 1158 V4/lc 170/10500 125/8750 6 214 NA NA 22 NA NA NA
Desert X
We Say:NA
Also See: NA
Desert X 18.33 lakh 937 L2/lc 110/9250 92/6500 6 202 NA NA 21 NA NA NA
supersport
We Say: A practical option below the Panigale at a more accessible price
Also See: Kawasaki Ninja 1000
SuperSport 950 15.75 lakh 937 V2/lc 110/9000 93/6500 6 184 NA NA 16 NA NA NA
SuperSport 950 S 18.39 lakh 937 V2/lc 110/9000 93/6500 6 184 NA NA 16 NA NA NA
panigale
We Say: Powerful track-tool with a price-tag to shame executive sedans.
Also See: Aprilia RSV4, BMW S 1000 RR, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, Ninja H2, Suzuki GSX-R1000
Panigale V2 20.27 lakh 995 V2/lc 155/10750 104/9000 6 200 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
Panigale V4 27.41 lakh 1103 V4/lc 215/13000 124/9500 6 198 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
Panigale V4 S 33.06 lakh 1103 V4/lc 215/13000 124/9500 6 195 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
Panigale V4 R 69.99 lakh 998 V4/lc 218/15500 111/12000 6 193 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
Harley-Davidson
www.harley-davidson.com
x440
We Say: A refined and affordable roadster with great handling, and a Harley-Davidson badge.
Also See: Royal Enfield Classic 350/Meteor 350, Honda H’ness CB350
X440 Denim 2.40 lakh 440 1/ac 27/6000 38/4000 6 190.5 NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
X440 S 2.80 lakh 440 1/ac 27/6000 38/4000 6 190.5 NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
PAN AMERICA
We Say: A Harley-Davidson for all roads and no roads.
Also See: Kawasaki Vulcan S
Pan America 1250 Special 21.24 lakh 1252 V2/lc 152/8750 128/6750 6 258 NA NA 21.2 NA NA NA
Sport
We Say: Value packed, classic and timeless looking motorycles that proudly boast of their heritage.
Also See: Indian Scout
Nightster 12.24 lakh 975 V2/lc 90/7500 95/5750 6 221 NA NA 11.7 NA NA NA
Nightster Special 12.99 lakh 975 V2/lc 90/7500 95/5750 6 221 NA NA 11.7 NA NA NA
Sportster S 15.54 lakh 1252 V2/ac 122/7500 125/6000 6 228 NA NA 11.8 NA NA NA
Softail
We Say: Authentic and original to Harleys, one of their best-selling lines ever!
Also See: Indian Chief
Fat Bob 114 20.49 lakh 1868 V2/ac 93/5020 155/3500 6 306 NA NA 13.6 NA NA NA
Fat Boy 114 24.49 lakh 1868 V2/ac 94/5020 155/3250 6 317 NA NA 18.9 NA NA NA
Heritage Classic 26.59 lakh 1868 V2/ac 94/5020 155/3250 6 330 NA NA 18.9 NA NA NA
Breakout 117 BO 1923 V2/ac 103/5020 168/3500 6 310 NA NA 18.9 NA NA NA
Touring
We Say: Long distance touring at its finest - torquey, immensely comfortable and, of course, addictive!
Also See: Indian Chieftain
Street Glide Special BO 1923 V2/ac 109/5020 175/3500 6 375 NA NA 22.7 NA NA NA
Road Glide Special BO 1923 V2/ac 109/5020 175/3500 6 387 NA NA 22.7 NA NA NA
Hero MotoCorp www.heromotocorp.com

HF DELUXE
We Say: All the Hero MotoCorp qualities at an affordable price.
Also See: Bajaj Platina , TVS Star City+
HF 100 57,238 97.2 1/ac 8.02/8000 8.05/6000 4 112 9.39 91.11 9.1 NA CBS Jan 07
HF Deluxe (Self start) 67,408 97.2 1/ac 8.02/8000 8.05/6000 4 112 9.39 91.11 9.6 NA CBS Jan 07

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Splendor
We Say: Perfect commuter if you can do with the looks.
Also See: Bajaj Platina , Honda CD110 Dream, TVS Sport
Splendor+ 74,801 97.2 1/ac 8/8000 8.05/6000 4 112 NA NA 9.8 NA CBS NA NA
Splendor + XTEC 78,251 97.2 1/ac 8.02/8000 8.05/6000 4 112 NA NA 9.8 NA CBS NA NA
Super Splendor
We Say: Splendor hops onto the ‘executive’ bandwagon.
Also See: Honda SP 125
Super Splendor 84,038 124.7 1/ac 10.7/7500 10.6/6000 5 123 NA NA 10 NA CBS NA NA
Super Splendor XTEC 87,268 124.7 1/ac 10.7/7500 10.6/6000 5 123 NA NA 10 NA CBS NA NA
Glamour
We Say: The Glamour actually looks much better than the Super Splendor. Worth the extra dough.
Also See: Bajaj Discover 125, Yamaha Saluto
Glamour 84,018 124.7 1/ac 10.6/7500 10.6/6000 5 NA 7.37 96.72 10 NA CBS NA
Glamour X-TEC 91,558 124.7 1/ac 10.7/7500 10.6/6000 5 NA 7.37 96.72 10 NA CBS Oct 20
Passion pro
We Say: The Passion is back in a new avatar.
Also See: TVS Star City+
Passion 76,678 113 1/ac 9/7500 9.89/5000 5 118 7.91 95.94 10 NA CBS NA
Passion X-TEC 82,928 113 1/ac 9/7500 9.79/5000 5 118 7.91 95.94 10 NA CBS Nov 20
Xtreme
We Say: Built for the urban jungle but more usable than it lets on.
Also See: (for Xtreme 160R) Bajaj Pulsar NS 160, Suzuki Gixxer, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V (for Xtreme 200R) Bajaj Pulsar NS 200, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V
Xtreme 160R 1.22 lakh 163 1/ac 15/8500 14/6500 5 139.5 6.18 111.00 12 NA Sep 20
Xtreme 160R 4V (Pro) 1.36 lakh 163 1/ac 16.9/8500 14.6/6500 5 145 6.18 NA 12 NA NA NA
Xtreme 200S 4V 1.41 lakh 199.6 1/oc 19.1/8500 17.35/6500 5 155 NA NA 12.8 NA NA NA
Xpulse
We Say: The Impulse’s successor is here; off-road ready with an optional Rally Kit.
Also See: No other options
XPulse 200T 4V 1.35 lakh 199.6 1/ac 19.1/8500 17.35/6500 5 NA NA NA 13 NA NA NA
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Karizma XMR
We Say: The name returns in a new avatar.
Karizma XMR 1.73 lakh 210 1/lc 25.5/9250 20.4/7250 6 163.5 NA NA 11 NA NA NA
MAVRICK
We Say: Hero’s first premium production bike in India.
Also See: Harley-Davidson X440, Triumph Speed 400
Mavrick base 1.99 lakh 440 1/lc 27/6000 36/4000 6 187 NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
Mavrick top 2.24 lakh 440 1/lc 27/6000 36/4000 6 191 NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
HONDA www.honda2wheelersindia.com
CD110 Dream
We Say: Reliable, refined, bare-bones commuter..
Also See: TVS Star City+, Yamaha Saluto RX
CD110 Dream DX 71,113 109.51 1/ac 8.8/7500 9.3/5500 4 112 NA NA 9.1 NA CBS NA NA
SHINE
We Say: One of the most fuel-efficient bikes in the country.
Shine 100 64,900 99.8 1/ac 7.6 8.05 4 NA NA NA 10.5 NA CBS NA NA
Shine 125 (Disc) 83,800 123 1/ac 10/7500 11/5000 5 114 NA 96.53 10.5 NA CBS Aug 12
LIVO
We Say: Good styling and performance always welcome in the commuter segment.
Livo 75,820 109.51 1/ac 8.8/7500 9.3/5500 4 114 8.16 92.7 9 70.25 NA NA
Livo (Disc) 79,820 109.51 1/ac 8.8/7500 9.3/5500 4 114 8.16 92.7 9 70.25 NA NA
SP
We Say: A BS VI-ready motorcycle that is apt for the daily commute.
Also See: Hero Glamour, Yamaha Saluto
SP 125 (Drum) 85,131 124.7 1/ac 10.7/7500 10.9/6000 5 116 NA NA 11 NA CBS NA NA
SP 125 (Disc) 89,131 124.7 1/ac 10.7/7500 10.9/6000 5 116 NA NA 11 NA CBS NA NA
SP 160 1.18 lakh 162.7 1/ac 13.46/7500 14.58/5500 5 139 NA NA 12 NA CBS NA NA
SP 160 (Dual-disc) 1.22 lakh 162.7 1/ac 13.46/7500 14.58/5500 5 141 NA NA 12 NA CBS NA NA
Unicorn
We Say: Among the smoothest mills around. Great ride-handling combo. Available with a choice of motors.
Also See: Bajaj Pulsar 150, TVS Apache RTR160
Unicorn 1.09 lakh 162.7 1/ac 13.46/7500 14.58/5500 5 140 NA NA 13 NA NA NA

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HORNET 2.0
We Say: Desirable name-tag and muscular design make it a perfect all-rounder for the young.
Also See: Bajaj Pulsar 180, TVS Apache RTR 180
Hornet 2.0 1.36 lakh 184.40 1/ac 17.27/8500 16.1/6000 5 142 NA NA 12 NA NA NA
CB350
We Say: Finely-aged wine in a retro-modern bottle.
Also See: Benelli Imperiale 400, Jawa, Royal Enfield Meteor 350.
H’ness CB350 2.12 lakh 348.36 1/ac 21.07/5500 30/3000 5 181 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
CB350RS 2.17 lakh 348.36 1/ac 21.07/5500 30/3000 5 179 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
CB300F
We Say: A nimble and refined premium street bike.
Also See: BMW G 310 R, KTM 250 Duke
Honda CB 300F 2.28 lakh 293.52 1/ac 24.7/7500 25.6/5500 6 153 NA NA 14.1 NA NA NA
CB300R
We Say: A modern, compact street bike that packs a punch.
Also See: (for CB300R) BMW G 310 R, KTM 250/390 Duke (for CB650R) Kawasaki Z650, Triumph Trident
CB300R 2.27 lakh 286.01 1/lc 30.46/8000 27.4/6500 6 147 3.09 138.29 9.7 NA NA NA
CB650R 9.14 lakh 648.72 I4/lc 87/12000 57.5/8500 6 206 NA NA 15.4 NA NA NA
CB X
We Say: Honda’s adventure tourer in two sizes.
Also See: Hero Xpulse, Kawasaki Versys
CB200X 1.48 lakh 184.40 1/ac 17/8500 16.1/6500 5 147 NA NA 12 NA NA NA
CB500X 5.79 lakh 471.03 I2/lc 47.6/8500 43.2/6500 6 199 NA NA 17.7 NA NA NA
CBR650R
We Say: The four-cylinder sport-tourer, now sportier and more powerful.
Also See: Kawasaki Ninja 650
CBR650R 9.34 lakh 648.72 I4/lc 87/12000 57.5/8500 6 206 NA NA 15.4 NA NA NA
XL750 transalp
We Say: Honda’s big and purposeful adventure bike.
Also See: BMW F 850 GS, Kawasaki Versys 1000, Triumph Tiger 850 Sport
XL750 Transalp 11.00 lakh 755 I2/lc 91.8/9500 75/7250 5 208 NA NA 16.9 NA NA NA
CRF1100L Africa Twin
We Say: Honda’s much-awaited adventure bike
Also See: Ducati Multistrada, Triumph Tiger
Adventure Sports 16.01 lakh 1084 I2/lc 102/7500 103/6000 6 238 NA NA 24.5 NA NA NA
Adventure Sports DCT 17.55 lakh 1084 I2/lc 102/7500 103/6000 6A 238 NA NA 24.5 NA NA NA
CBR1000RR-R
We Say: Compact and refined superbike.
Also See: BMW S 1000 RR, Ducati Panigale, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R
CBR1000RR-R 24.07 lakh 1000 I4/lc 217.5/14500 113/12500 6 201 NA NA 16.1 NA NA NA
GL1800 GOLD WING
We Say: The most iconic grand tourer in the world.
Also See: BMW K 1600 GTL, Harley-Davidson Touring line
Gold Wing Tour 39.71 lakh 1833 F6/lc 126/5500 170/4500 7A+R 390 NA NA 21.1 NA NA NA
husqvarna www.husqvarna-motorcycles.com/in/
vitpilen
We Say: The Husky for tarmac-only rides.
Also See: KTM 250 Duke, Suzuki Gixxer 250, Yamaha FZ25
Vitpilen 250 2.19 lakh 248.8 1/lc 31/9000 24/7250 6 151* NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
Svartpilen
We Say: The Husky that traverses both tarmac and trails.
Also See: KTM 390 Duke, Royal Enfield Scram, TVS RTR310
Svartpilen 401 2.92 lakh 398.6 1/lc 46/9000 39/7000 6 171* NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
INDIAN www.indianmotorcycle.in
SCOUT
We Say: Charismatic cruiser with more urgency than its bigger siblings.
Also See: Harley-Davidson Street Bob, Fat Bob
Scout 13.60 lakh 1133 V2/lc 95.2/NA 97/5600 6 254 NA NA 12.5 NA NA NA
Scout Bobber 16.87 lakh 1133 V2/lc 95.2/NA 97/5600 6 255 NA NA 12.5 NA NA NA
Scout Rogue 17.28 lakh 1133 V2/lc 95.2/NA 97/5600 6 255 NA NA 12.5 NA NA NA

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CRUISER/BAGGER
We Say: The first, no-nonsense steps to an iconic motorcycle.
Also See: Harley-Davidson Softail/Touring, Moto Guzzi California
Chief Dark Horse 22.13 lakh 1890 V2/ac NA 162/3200 6 304 NA NA 15.1 NA NA NA
Chief Bobber Dark Horse 22.81 lakh 1890 V2/ac NA 162/3200 6 315 NA NA 15.1 NA NA NA
Super Chief Limited 24.33 lakh 1890 V2/ac NA 162/3200 6 335 NA NA 15.1 NA NA NA
Springfield Dark Horse 29.56 lakh 1890 V2/ac NA 171/3000 6 355 NA NA 20.8 NA NA NA
Springfield 32.73 lakh 1890 V2/ac NA 171/3000 6 376 NA NA 20.8 NA NA NA
Chieftain Dark Horse 31.99 lakh 1890 V2/ac NA 171/3000 6 373 NA NA 20.8 NA NA NA
Chieftain Limited 34.25 lakh 1890 V2/ac NA 171/3000 6 373 NA NA 20.8 NA NA NA
Challenger Dark Horse 36.97 lakh 1768 V2/ac 122/5500 178/3800 6 377 NA NA 22.7 NA NA NA
Challenger Limited 37.84 lakh 1768 V2/ac 122/5500 178/3800 6 377 NA NA 22.7 NA NA NA
TOURING
We Say: The fully-loaded luxury tourer.
Also See: BMW K 1600 GTL, Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special, CVO Limited, Honda GL1800 Gold Wing
Roadmaster 42.15 lakh 1890 V2/ac NA 171/3000 6 412 NA NA 20.8 NA NA NA
Roadmaster Dark Horse 43.48 lakh 1890 V2/ac NA 171/3000 6 403 NA NA 20.8 NA NA NA
Roadmaster Limited 44.13 lakh 1890 V2/ac NA 171/3000 6 403 NA NA 20.8 NA NA NA
Pursuit Dark Horse 42.03 lakh 1768 V2/ac 122/5500 178/3800 6 416 NA NA 22.7 NA NA NA
Pursuit Limited 47.37 lakh 1768 V2/ac 122/5500 178/3800 6 416 NA NA 22.7 NA NA NA
FTR 1200
We Say: Fun flat-track racer.
Also See: Ducati Scrambler
FTR Rally 19.95 lakh 1203 V2/lc 123/8000 118/6000 6 242 NA NA 12.9 NA NA NA
FTR 19.38 lakh 1203 V2/lc 123/8000 118/6000 6 233 NA NA 13.0 NA NA NA
FTR S 21.03 lakh 1203 V2/lc 123/8000 118/6000 6 237 NA NA 13.0 NA NA NA
FTR R Carbon 22.03 lakh 1203 V2/lc 123/8000 118/6000 6 235 NA NA 13.0 NA NA NA
jawa www.jawamotorcycles.com
jawa
We Say: Jawa are back with modern engineering under a classic silhouette.
Also See: Benelli Imperiale 400, Royal Enfield Bullet 350/Classic 350.
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Jawa 350 2.15 lakh 334 1/lc 22.5/NA 28.1/NA 6 194 NA NA 13.2 NA NA NA
BOBBER
We Say: Larger-hearted street cruiser with an attitude.
Also See: Harley-Davidson X440, Royal Enfield Meteor 350
42 Bobber 2.14 lakh 334 1/lc 29.9/NA 32.7/NA 6 185 NA NA 13.2 NA ^ NA NA
Perak 2.13 lakh 334 1/lc 30.6/NA 32.7/NA 6 185 NA NA 13.2 NA NA NA
KawasaKI www.kawasaki-india.com
W
We Say: Kawasaki’s take on a modern-classic.
Also See: Royal Enfield Bullet
^ optional
W175 1.35 lakh 177 1/ac 13/7500 13.2/6000 5 135 NA NA 12 NA NA NA
ELIMINATOR
We Say: A compact twin-cylinder cruiser with decent punch.
Also See: Royal Enfield Meteor 650
Eliminator 500 5.62 lakh 451 I2/lc 45/9000 42.6/6000 6 176 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
Z650
We Say: Versatile street bike.
Also See: Benelli TnT 600i
Z650 6.59 lakh 649 I2/lc 68/8000 64/6700 6 191 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
Z RS
We Say: Iconic exterior meets cutting-edge underpinnings.
Also See: BMW R nineT Racer, Triumph ThruxtonR
Z650RS 6.92 lakh 649 I2/lc 68/8000 64/6700 6 192 NA NA 12 NA NA NA
Z900RS 16.80 lakh 948 I4/lc 109/8500 98.5/6500 6 215 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
Z900
We Say: Aggressively styled streetbike at a hard-to-resist price.
Also See: Ducati Monster 821, Triumph Street Triple, Yamaha MT-09
Z900 9.20 lakh 948 I4/lc 123/9500 98.6/7700 6 212 NA NA 17 NA NA NA

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z h2
We Say: A supercharged naked beast.
Also See: BMW S1000R, Aprilia Tuono, Ducati Streetfighter V4
Z H2 23.48 lakh 998 I4 SC/LC 200/11000 137/8500 6 239 NA NA 19 NA NA NA
Z H2 SE 27.76 lakh 998 I4 SC/LC 200/11000 137/8500 6 240 NA NA 19 NA NA NA
VERSYS
We Say: A touring Kwacker for all-road use.
Also See: BMW F 750/850 GS, Ducati Multistrada, Suzuki V-Strom, Triumph Tiger
Versys 650 7.77 lakh 649 I2/lc 66/8500 61/7000 6 219 NA NA 21 NA NA NA
Versys 1000 12.31 lakh 1043 I4/lc 120/9000 102/7500 6 255 NA NA 21 NA NA NA
VULCAN
We Say: A stylish Japanese cruiser at a tempting price.
Also See: Harley-Davidson Street 750
Vulcan S 7.10 lakh 649 I2/lc 61/7500 62.4/6600 6 235 NA NA 14 NA NA NA
Ninja
We Say: A true performance bike in India.
Also See: KTM RC 390, Yamaha YZF-R3, Honda CBR650R (650).
Ninja 300 3.43 lakh 296 I2/lc 39/11000 27/10000 6 179 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
Ninja 500 5.24 lakh 451 I2/lc 45/9000 42.6/6000 6 171 NA NA 14 NA NA NA
Ninja ZX-4R
We Say: Most compact four-cylinder Japanese supersport in India
Also See: No direct rivals.
Ninja ZX-4R 8.49 lakh 399 I4/lc 77/14500 39/13000 6 189 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
Ninja ZX-6R
We Say: Legendary four-cylinder Japanese supersport returns
Ninja ZX-6R 11.09 lakh 636 I4/lc 129/13000 69/11000 6 198 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
Ninja 1000
We Say: Smooth and comfortable mile-muncher.
Also See: Ducati SuperSport
Ninja 1000 SX 12.20 lakh 1043 I4/lc 142/10000 111/8000 6 238 NA NA 19 NA NA NA
Ninja ZX-10R
We Say: One of the most rider-friendly litre-class superbike there is.
Also See: Aprilia RSV4, Ducati Panigale V4, Honda CBR1000RR
Ninja ZX-10R 16.31 lakh 998 I4/lc 213/13500 114.9/11200 6 206 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
Ninja H2
We Say: The only supercharged big bikes on sale in India.
Also See: BMW S 1000 RR, Ducati Panigale V4
Ninja H2 SX 31.95 lakh 998 I4 sc/lc 200/11000 137.3/9500 6 256 NA NA 19 NA NA NA
Ninja H2 SX SE 32.95 lakh 998 I4 sc/lc 200/11000 137.3/9500 6 260 NA NA 19 NA NA NA
Ninja H2R (track-only) 79.90 lakh 998 I4 sc/lc 310/14000 165/12500 6 216 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
KEEWAY www.keeway-india.com
SR
We Say: NA
Also See: No direct rivals
SR 125 1.20 lakh 125 1/ac 9.7/9000 8.2/7500 5 120 NA NA 14.5 NA NA NA
SR 250 1.49 lakh 223 1/ac 16/6500 16/7500 5 120 NA NA 14.2 NA NA NA
K-LIGHT
We Say: Keeway’s modern-classic cruiser looks the part
K-Light 250V 3.20 lakh 249 V2/ac 18.7/8500 19/5500 5 179 NA NA 20 NA NA NA
v302C
We Say: A modern-classic take on bobbers
Also See: Kawasaki Eliminator, Royal Enfield Meteor
V302C 4.29 lakh 298 V2/lc 29.5/8500 26.5/6500 6 NA NA NA 15 NA NA NA
k 300
We Say: (N) Sharp styling, aggressive pricing. (R) Better aerodynamics.
Also See: (N) KTM 250 Duke, TVS Apache RTR310; (R) TVS Apache RR 310, BMW G 310 RR
K300 N 2.55 lakh 293 1/lc 27.5/8750 25/7000 6 151 NA NA 12.5 NA NA NA
K300 R 2.65 lakh 293 1/lc 27.5/8750 25/7000 6 165 NA NA 12 NA Mar 23

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KTM www.ktm.com/in
duke
We Say: A bike which loves to be ridden aggressively and features updated technology.
Also See: Bajaj Pulsar NS 200, Benelli TnT 300, Honda CB300R
125 Duke 1.78 lakh 124.7 1/lc 14.5/9250 12/8000 6 148 5.63 104.93 10.2 NA Jan 19
200 Duke 1.96 lakh 199.5 1/lc 25/10000 19.2/8000 6 148 3.73 135 10.5 NA NA NA
250 Duke 2.39 lakh 249.0 1/lc 31/9250 25/7000 6 163 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
390 Duke 3.11 lakh 398.6 1/lc 46/8500 39/6500 6 168 NA NA 15 NA Jan 24
Adventure
We Say: The ADV we have all been waiting for.
Also See: BMW G 310 GS, Royal Enfield Himalayan
250 Adventure 2.46 lakh 248.8 1/lc 30/9000 24/7500 6 156 NA NA 14.5 NA NA NA
390 Adventure X 2.80 lakh 373.3 1/lc 43.5/9000 37/7500 6 161* 2.94 153.81 14.5 NA NA NA
390 Adventure 3.38 lakh 373.3 1/lc 43.5/9000 37/7500 6 177 2.94 153.81 14.5 NA Jul 20
390 Adventure SW 3.60 lakh 373.3 1/lc 43.5/9000 37/7500 6 177 2.94 153.81 14.5 NA NA NA
RC
We Say: A serious track-tool for learner and enthusiast alike.
Also See: Bajaj Pulsar RS 200, Kawasaki Ninja 300, TVS Apache RR 310
RC 125 1.89 lakh 124.7 1/lc 15/9250 12/8000 6 NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
RC 200 2.17 lakh 199.5 1/lc 25.8/10000 19.2/8000 6 160 NA NA 13.7 NA NA NA
RC 390 3.18 lakh 373.3 1/lc 43.5/9000 37/7000 6 172 NA NA 13.7 NA NA NA
Mahindra 2 Wheeler www.mahindramojo.com

Mojo
We Say: A large-capacity single that aims to work every day and everywhere.
Also See: Bajaj Dominar 400, Royal Enfield Classic 350.
Mojo 2.11 lakh 294.7 1/lc 25.72/7300 25.96/6000 6 186.2 NA NA 21 NA NA NA
moto GUZZI
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V85 TT
We Say: Adventure tourer by the Italian brand.
Also See: Triumph Tiger, Ducati Scrambler Desert Sled
V85 TT 15.40 lakh 853 V2/ac 76/7500 82/5000 6 230 NA NA 23 NA NA NA
moto MORINI www.motomorini-india.com

Seiemmezzo
We Say: Moto Morini offer two variations of the retro-modern scrambler.
Also See: Kawasaki Z650RS
Retro Street 6.89 lakh 649 I2/lc 55/8250 54/7000 6 215 NA NA 15.5 NA NA NA
Scrambler 6.99 lakh 649 I2/lc 55/8250 54/3000 6 215 NA NA 15.5 NA NA NA
x-Cape
We Say: The ADV experience offered in a road and off-road guise.
Also See: Kawasaki Versys 650
X-Cape 7.20 lakh 649 I2/lc 60/8250 54/7000 6 215 NA NA 18 NA NA NA
X-Cape X 7.40 lakh 649 I2/lc 60/8250 54/7000 6 215 NA NA 18 NA NA NA
QJMotor www.qjmotor-india.com
SRC 250
We Say: A twin-cylinder 250 is the first step into the QJMotor family.
Also See: Bajaj Pulsar 180, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V.
SRC 250 1.79 lakh 249 I2/lc 17.4/8000 17/6000 5 163 NA NA 14 NA NA NA
SRv 300
We Say: QJMotor’s V-twin cruiser is placed in a niche segment.
Also See: Keeway V302C, Royal Enfield Meteor 350
SRV 300 3.19 lakh 296 V2/lc 30.3/9000 26/5000 6 164 NA NA 13.5 NA NA NA
srk 400
We Say: Naked parallel-twin streetfighter has the appeal trying to be relevant.
Also See: KTM 390 Duke, Bajaj Dominar
SRK 400 3.59 lakh 400 2/lc 40.9/9000 37/7500 6 186 NA NA 13.5 NA May 2023 NA
SRC 500
We Say: Retro-modern single that reminisces the era gone by.
Also See: Benelli Imperiale 400, Royal Enfield Classic 350
SRC 500 2.39 lakh 480 1/lc 25.5/5750 36/4250 6 205 NA NA 15.5 NA NA NA

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Royal enfield www.royalenfield.com
Bullet
We Say: The subtle Enfield makes a come back with a UCE heart.
Also See: No options, there are no alternatives to a Bullet but a Bullet itself!
Bullet 350 Military 1.74 lakh 349 1/ac 20.2/6100 27/4000 5 195 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
Bullet 350 Black Gold 2.16 lakh 349 1/ac 20.2/5250 27/4000 5 195 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
Classic 350
We Say: Royal Enfield fuses old world charm with modern retro lines.
Also See: Honda CB350, Jawa and Jawa forty two, Benelli Imperiale 400
Classic Redditch 2.10 lakh 349 1/ac 20.2/5250 27/4000 5 195 NA 110.93 13 NA NA NA
Classic Chrome 2.21 lakh 349 1/ac 20.2/5250 27/4000 5 195 NA 110.93 13 NA NA NA
Hunter 350
We Say: Aggressively priced and immensely capable for urban riding. .
Also See: Honda H’Ness CB350, Benelli Imperiale 400
Hunter 350 Retro 1.50 lakh 349 1/ac 20.2/6100 27/4000 5 NA NA NA 15 NA NA NA
Hunter 350 Metro 1.72 lakh 349 1/ac 20.2/6100 27/4000 5 NA NA NA 15 NA Sep 22
Meteor
We Say: A very modern machine that still retains a retro appeal.
Also See: Honda H’Ness CB350, Benelli Imperiale 400
Meteor 350 Fireball 2.04 lakh 349 1/ac 20.2/6100 27/4000 5 191 NA NA 15 NA NA NA
Meteor 350 Supernova 2.25 lakh 349 1/ac 20.2/6100 27/4000 5 191 NA NA 15 NA Dec 20
Super Meteor 650 3.54 lakh 648 I2/ac 47/7100 52.3/5650 6 241 NA NA 15.7 NA NA NA
Super Meteor 650 Tourer 3.84 lakh 648 I2/ac 47/7100 52.3/5650 6 241 NA NA 15.7 NA May 23
Scram 411
We Say: All-new Royal Enfield motorcycle that is a credible adventure-tourer and a genuine all-rounder, now with fuel-injection.
Also See: Yezdi Scrambler
Scram 411 2.08 lakh 411 1/ac 24.5/6500 32/4250 5 199 NA NA 15 NA Apr 22 NA
HIMALAYAN
We Say: All-new Royal Enfield motorcycle that is a credible adventure-tourer and a genuine all-rounder, now with fuel-injection.
This PDF was uploade To Telegram channel_https://t.me/Magazines_8890050582 Also See: Yezdi Adventure
Himalayan 450 Base 2.85 lakh 451.6 1/lc 40.02/8000 40/5500 6 193 NA NA 17 NA NA NA
Himalayan 450 Summit 2.98 lakh 451.6 1/lc 40.02/8000 40/5500 6 193 NA NA 17 NA Jan 24
interceptor
We Say: The most affordable and seriously credible twin you can buy today.
INT 650 3.03 lakh 648 I2/ac 47.5/7250 52.3/5150 6 217 NA NA 13.7 NA NA NA
Chrome 3.31 lakh 648 I2/ac 47.5/7250 52.3/5150 6 217 NA NA 13.7 NA NA NA
Continental GT
We Say: If you want something a little sportier..
GT 650 3.19 lakh 648 I2/ac 47.5/7250 52.3/5150 6 214 NA NA 12.5 NA NA NA
Chrome 3.45 lakh 648 I2/ac 47.5/7250 52.3/5150 6 214 NA NA 12.5 NA NA NA
SHOTGUN
We Say: A Royal Enfield bobber for those who have longed for one.
650 Sheet Metal 3.59 lakh 648 I2/ac 47/7250 52.3/5650 6 240 NA NA 13.8 NA NA NA
650 Stencil 3.73 lakh 648 I2/ac 47/7250 52.3/5650 6 240 NA NA 13.8 NA NA NA
Suzuki www.suzukimotorcycle.co.in
GIXXER 150
We Say: Street sport bike which brings style, handling and efficiency together well.
Also See: Bajaj Pulsar NS 160, Hero Xtreme 160R, Honda X-Blade, TVS Apache RTR160, Yamaha FZ-S
Gixxer 1.40 lakh 155 1/ac 13.6/8000 13.8/6000 5 141 6.02 112.47 12 47.75 Jun 18
Gixxer SF 1.45 lakh 155 1/ac 13.6/8000 13.8/6000 5 148 NA NA 12 NA NA NA
GIXXER 250
We Say: Suzuki’s first 250-cc challenger looks promising.
Also See: Honda CBR250R, Yamaha Fazer 25, Yamaha FZ 25
Gixxer 250 1.95 lakh 249 1/oc 26.5/9000 22.2/7300 6 156 3.71 137.53 12 NA Jan 20
Gixxer SF 250 2.02 lakh 249 1/oc 26.5/9000 22.2/7300 6 161 3.56 137.53 12 NA Nov 19
V-STROM
We Say: Capable adventure tourer.
Also See: Ducati Multistrada, Kawasaki Versys, Triumph Tiger
V-Strom SX 2.11 lakh 249 1/ac 26.5/9300 22.2/7300 6 167 NA NA 12 NA NA NA
V-Strom 650XT 8.85 lakh 645 V2/lc 71/8800 62/6500 6 216 NA NA 20 NA NA NA

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KATANA
We Say: Suzuki resurrect an iconic motorcycle in an appealing package.
Also See: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R
Katana 13.67 lakh 999 I4/lc 152/11000 106/9250 6 217 NA NA 12 NA NA NA
Hayabusa
We Say: One of the world’s fastest motorcycles, officially on sale in India.
Also See: Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R
GSX-1300R 16.96 lakh 1340 I4/lc 190/9700 150/7000 6 266 NA 300 (ltd) 20 NA NA NA
TRIUMPH www.triumphmotorcycles.in
400
We Say: A downsized modern classic roadster with a punchy motor
Also See: Harley-Davidson X440, Royal Enfield Classic 350
Speed 400 2.33 lakh 398.15 1/lc 39.5/8000 37.5/6500 6 176 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
Scrambler 400 X NA 398.15 1/lc 39.5/8000 3.7.5/6500 6 185 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
MOdern classics
We Say: Modern classic trying to re-live the good old days.
Also See: Harley-Davidson Forty-Eight, Moto Guzzi V9
Speed Twin 900 8.49 lakh 900 I2/lc 65/7500 80/3800 5 198* NA NA 12 NA NA NA
Scrambler 900 9.59 lakh 900 I2/lc 65/7500 80/3200 5 203* NA NA 12 NA NA NA
Bonneville T100 9.69 lakh 900 I2/lc 55/5900 80/3230 5 213* NA NA 14.5 NA NA NA
Speed Twin 1200 11.09 lakh 1200 I2/lc 97/6750 112/4950 6 196* NA NA 14.5 NA NA NA
Bonneville T120 11.09 lakh 1200 I2/lc 80/6550 105/3100 6 224* NA NA 14.5 NA NA NA
Bonneville Bobber 12.05 lakh 1200 I2/lc 77/6100 106/4000 6 228* NA NA 9.1 NA NA NA
Bonneville Speedmaster 12.05 lakh 1200 I2/lc 77/6100 106/4000 6 245.5* NA NA 12 NA NA NA
ROADSTER
We Say: Stripped-down racers for the road.
Also See: Benelli TnT 600i, Ducati Monster, Suzuki GSX-S750, Yamaha MT-09, BMW S 1000 R (1200), Ducati Diavel (Rocket 3)
Trident 660 8.12 lakh 660 I3/lc 81/10250 64/6250 6 189 NA NA 14 NA NA NA
Street Triple R 10.17 lakh 765 I3/lc 118/12000 79/9350 6 168* NA NA 17.4 NA NA NA
Street Triple RS 11.81 lakh 765 I3/lc 123/11750 79/9350 6 166* NA NA 17.4 NA NA NA
Speed Triple 1200 RS 17.95 lakh 1160 I3/lc 180/10750
This PDF was uploade To Telegram channel_https://t.me/Magazines_8890050582 125/9000 6 198* NA NA 15.5 NA NA NA
Rocket 3 19.90 lakh 2458 I3/lc 167/6000 221/4000 6 291* NA NA 18 NA NA NA
TIGER
We Say: Versatile and comfortable on-off-roader with a choice of displacements.
Also See: BMW GS, Ducati Multistrada, Kawasaki Versys
Tiger Sport 660 8.95 lakh 660 I3/lc 81/10250 64/6250 6 206 NA NA 17.2 NA NA NA
Tiger 850 Sport 11.95 lakh 888 I3/lc 85/8500 82/6500 6 192* NA NA 20 NA NA NA
Tiger 900 GT 13.70 lakh 888 I3/lc 95.2/8750 87/7250 6 194* NA NA 20 NA NA NA
Tiger 900 Rally Pro 15.50 lakh 888 I3/lc 95.2/8750 87/7250 6 201* NA NA 20 NA NA NA
Tiger 1200 GT 19.19 lakh 1160 I3/lc 150/9000 130/7000 6 245* NA NA 20 NA NA NA
Tiger 1200 GT Explorer 20.69 lakh 1160 I3/lc 150/9000 130/7000 6 245* NA NA 20 NA NA NA
Tiger 1200 Rally Pro Explorer 21.69 lakh 1160 I3/lc 150/9000 130/7000 6 249* NA NA 20 NA NA NA
TVS www.tvsmotor.com
Sport
We Say: Sportier style for your commute without being too heavy on the pocket.
Also See: Bajaj Platina, Hero Splendor
Sport 64,293 109.7 1/ac 8.1/7350 7.7/4500 4 110 8.01 90 10 NA Oct 20
RAdeon
We Say: Eye-catching commuter with a frugal and reliable mill.
Also See: Hero Splendor, Honda CD110 Dream
Radeon (Base) 60,925 109.7 1/ac 8.4/7000 8.7/5000 4 112 8.45 86.68 10 NA CBS Nov 18
Radeon (Disc) 78,834 109.7 1/ac 8.4/7000 8.7/5000 4 112 NA NA 10 NA CBS NA NA
Star CITY+
We Say: Adds style to your commute without being too heavy on the pocket.
Also See: Bajaj CT100, Hero HF Deluxe
StaR City+ (Disc) 79,970 109.7 1/ac 8.2/7350 8.7/4500 4 116 7.68 90.8 10 67 Jul 14
raider
We Say: A new model from TVS which adds a bit more sportiness to the 125cc segment
Also See: Honda Shine, Bajaj Pulsar 125
Raider Single Seat 93,719 124.8 1/ac 11.4/7500 11.2/6000 5 123 NA NA 10 NA CBS NA NA
Raider SX 1.08 lakh 124.8 1/ac 11.4/7500 11.2/6000 5 123 NA NA 10 NA CBS NA NA

Fuel Efficiency
eNGINE lAYOUT
Alloy wheels
Acceleration
(Ex-showroom)
Capacity (cc)
Peak torque
kERB wEIGHT
Peak Power
(0-60 km/h)
Top Speed
Fuel tank
overall
Nm/rpm
Tested
rating
Engine
hp/rpm
geARS
(km/h)
(litres)
(km/l)
Price
ABS
(kg)
Apache RTR
We Say: Great looks, nimble traffic carver with power through the complete rev range.
Also See: Bajaj Pulsar 180, NS 160, Honda X-Blade, CB Hornet 160R, Suzuki Gixxer, Yamaha FZ-S
RTR 160 2V 1.19 lakh 159.7 1/ac 16.04/8750 13.85/7000 5 137 NA 107 12 NA Aug 07
RTR 160 4V 1.23 lakh 159.7 1/ac 17.63/7250 14.12/7250 5 147 4.86 117.7 12 NA Jun 18
RTR 180 1.32 lakh 177.4 1/ac 17.02/9000 15.5/7000 5 140 NA 113 12 NA NA NA
RTR 200 4V 1.41 lakh 197.75 1/ac 20.82/9000 16.8/7500 5 152 4.57 120.87 12 NA Jul 20
RTR 310 2.43 lakh 312.2 1/lc 35.6/9700 28.7/6650 6 169 NA NA 11 NA NA NA
RONIN
We Say: TVS enter the urban-scrambler space with the Ronin.
Ronin SS 1.49 lakh 225.9 1/ac 20.4/7750 19.93/3750 5 160 NA NA 14 NA ABS Oct 22 NA
Ronin TD 1.68 lakh 225.9 1/ac 20.4/7750 19.93/3750 5 160 NA NA 14 NA ABS Oct 22 NA
Apache RR
We Say: One of the most versatile motorcycles we have ridden. Superb on the street and capable on the track.
RR 310 2.72 lakh 312.2 1/lc 34/9700 27.3/7700 6 174 3.23 152.29 11 NA Aug 20
Yamaha www.yamaha-motor-india.com
FZ
We Say: Great-looking naked bike; has worked wonders for Yamaha in India.
Also See: Honda CB Hornet 160R, Suzuki Gixxer, TVS Apache RTR160
FZ-FI Version 3.0 1.16 lakh 149 1/ac 12.4/7250 13.6/5500 5 137 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
FZ-S FI Version 3.0 1.21 lakh 149 1/ac 12.4/7250 13.6/5500 5 137 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
FZ-S FI Version 4.0 DLX 1.28 lakh 149 1/ac 12.4/7250 13.6/5500 5 137 NA NA 13 NA NA NA
FZ-X 1.36 lakh 149 1/ac 12.4/7250 13.3/5500 5 139 NA NA 10 NA NA NA
YZF-R15
We Say: Indian performance biking taken to the next level.
Also See: Bajaj Pulsar RS 200, KTM RC 200
YZF-R15 S 1.63 lakh 155 1/lc 18.6/10000 14.1/8500 6 142 NA NA 11 NA NA NA
YZF-R15 Version 4.0 1.80 lakh 155 1/lc 18.4/10000 14.2/7500 6 142 NA NA 11 NA NA NA
YZF-R15M 1.94 lakh 155 1/lc 18.4/10000 14.2/7500 6 142 NA NA 11 NA NA NA
FZ 25
We Say: More muscle for the one of the most popular muscle-bike brand names around.
Also See: Bajaj Pulsar NS 200, RS 200, Suzuki Gixxer 250, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V
FZ 25 1.50 lakh 249 1/ac 20.8/8000 20.1/6000 5 153 3.92 123.64 14 NA Jan 20
FZS 25 1.54 lakh 249 1/ac 20.8/8000 20.1/6000 5 154 NA NA 14 NA NA NA
MT
We Say: Stylish street roadster that is usable every day
Also See: (for MT-15) KTM 125 Duke, Bajaj NS 200, TVS Apache RTR 200 4V
MT-15 V2 1.64 lakh 155 1/lc 18.4/10000 14.1/8500 6 138 4.97 121.44 10 NA Sep 19
yezdi www.yezdi.com
Roadster
We Say: Yezdi’s most accessible road-biased motorcycle
Also See: Honda H’ness CB350/RS Jawa 42, Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (Roadster/Scrambler), BMW G 310 GS, KTM 250 Adventure, Royal Enfield Himalayan (Adventure)
Roadster 2.08 lakh 334 1/lc 29.7/7300 29/6500 6 184 NA NA 12.5 NA NA NA
Scrambler 2.11 lakh 334 1/lc 29.1/8000 28.2/6750 6 182 NA NA 12.5 NA NA NA
Adventure 2.19 lakh 334 1/lc 30.2/8000 30/6500 6 188 NA NA 15.5 NA NA NA
Zontes www.zontes-india.in
350
We Say: A motorcycle to explore roads and the countryside.
Also See: Honda CB300F, KTM 250 Duke, Suzuki Gixxer 250 (R), Honda CB350RS (GK), KTM 390 Adventure (T)
350R 2.79 lakh 348 1/lc 39/9500 33/7500 6 NA NA NA 15 NA NA NA
350X 2.99 lakh 348 1/lc 39/9500 33/7500 6 NA NA NA 15 NA NA NA
350T 2.99 lakh 348 1/lc 39/9500 33/7500 6 NA NA NA 15 NA NA NA
350T ADV 3.25 lakh 348 1/lc 39/9500 33/7500 6 NA NA NA 19 NA NA NA
GK 350 3.37 lakh 348 1/lc 39/9500 33/7500 6 NA NA NA 17 NA Mar 23

Fuel Efficiency
eNGINE lAYOUT
Alloy wheels
Acceleration
(Ex-showroom)
Capacity (cc)
Peak torque
kERB wEIGHT
Peak Power
(0-60 km/h)
Top Speed
Fuel tank
overall
Nm/rpm
Tested
rating
Engine
hp/rpm
geARS
(km/h)
(litres)
(km/l)
Price
ABS
(kg)
Scooters
Aprilia www.aprilia.com
SR
We Say: Exciting moto-scooter that is all about the fun.
Also See: Honda Grazia, Suzuki Burgman Street, TVS Ntorq 125, Vespa 125
Storm 1,10 lakh 124.45 1/ac 9.92/7700 9.7/6000 V NA NA NA 6 NA CBS NA NA
SR RST 125 1.21 lakh 124.45 1/ac 11/7600 11.6/6000 V NA NA NA 6 NA NA NA
SR RST 160 1.30 lakh 160.03 1/ac 11/7600 11.6/6000 V NA NA NA 6 NA NA NA
SR RST 160 Carbon 1.32 lakh 160.03 1/ac 11/7600 11.6/6000 V NA NA NA 6 NA NA NA
SR RST 160 Race 1.39 lakh 160.03 1/ac 11/7600 11.6/6000 V NA 7.89 96.49 6 NA Nov 20
SXR
We Say: The big plush boy of scooters in the country.
Also See: Suzuki Burgman Street
SXR 125 1.31 lakh 124.45 1/ac 9.5/7600 9.2/6250 V NA NA NA 7 NA NA NA
SXR 160 1.43 lakh 160.03 1/ac 11/7600 11.6/6000 V NA NA NA 7 NA NA NA
BMW Motorrad www.bmw-motorrad.com

C 400
We Say: Great looks and goodie-loaded, this is the ideal jump for the econo-commuter who wants more.
Also See: No alternatives
C 400 GT 11.25 lakh 350 1/lc 34/7500 35/5750 V 202 NA NA 12.8 NA NA Mar 22
Hero MotoCorp www.heromotocorp.com

Pleasure
We Say: Great looks and goodie-loaded, this is the ideal jump for the econo-commuter who wants more.
Also See: Honda Activa 6G
Pleasure+ XTEC 76,938 110.9 1/ac 8.2/7000 8.7/5500 V 104 NA NA 4.8 NA CBS NA NA
Destini
We Say: Hero’s first-ever 125-cc scooter is now on sale.
Also See: Honda Grazia, Suzuki Access 125, TVS Ntorq 125
Destini 125 XTEC 85,478 124.6 1/ac 9.1/7000 10.4/5500 V 113 7.78 97.74 5.5 NA CBS Feb 19
Maestro EDGE
We Say: New Hero 110-cc scooter wants to have an edge over the competition.
Also See: Honda Dio/Grazia, TVS Ntorq 125, Yamaha Fascino
Maestro Edge 110 68,816 110.9 1/ac 9.1/7250 8.7/5750 V 112 NA NA 5.0 NA CBS NA NA
Maestro Edge 125 83,806 124.6 1/ac 9.1/7000 10.4/5500 V 112 NA NA 5.0 NA CBS NA NA
xoom
We Say: NA
Also See: Honda Dio, Yamaha Fascino
Xoom ZX 80,199 110.9 1/ac 7.9/7250 8.7/5750 V 112 NA NA 5.2 NA CBS NA NA
Honda www.honda2wheelersindia.com
Dio
We Say: An Activa with good looks. Pillion foot-rest is a pain, though.
Also See: TVS Ntorq 125
Dio 68,625 109.5 1/ac 7.8/8000 9.0/4750 V 105 NA NA 5.3 NA CBS NA NA
Dio DLX 72,626 109.5 1/ac 7.8/8000 9.0/4750 V 105 NA NA 5.3 NA CBS NA NA
Dio Smart-OBD2 77,712 109.5 1/ac 7.8/8000 9.0/4750 V 105 NA NA 5.3 NA CBS NA NA
Dio 125 84,500 123.9 1/ac 8.3/6500 10.4/5000 V 104 NA NA 5.3 NA CBS NA NA
Dio 125 Smart 92,400 123.9 1/ac 8.3/6500 10.4/5000 V 104 NA NA 5.3 NA CBS NA NA
Activa
We Say: The most popular scooter now in its fifth generation.
Also See: TVS Jupiter
Activa 6G 75,347 109.5 1/ac 7.8/8000 8.8/5250 V 106 NA NA 5.3 NA CBS NA NA
Activa 6G DLX 77,036 109.5 1/ac 7.8/8000 8.8/5250 V 106 NA NA 5.3 NA CBS NA NA
Activa H-Smart 81,537 109.5 1/ac 7.8/8000 8.8/5250 V 105 NA NA 5.3 NA CBS NA NA
Activa 125
We Say: More power and big improvement overall compared to its smaller-engined sibling.
Also See: Hero Destini 125, Suzuki Access 125
Activa 125 78,920 124 1/ac 8.3/6500 10.3/5000 V 111 10.71 88.54 5.3 NA CBS NA NA
Activa 125 (Disc) 86,093 124 1/ac 8.3/6500 10.3/5000 V 111 10.71 88.54 5.3 NA CBS Jan 20
Activa 125 H-smart 88,093 124 1/ac 8.3/6500 10.3/5000 V 111 10.71 88.54 5.3 NA CBS NA NA

Fuel Efficiency
eNGINE lAYOUT
Alloy wheels
Acceleration
(Ex-showroom)
Capacity (cc)
Peak torque
kERB wEIGHT
Peak Power
(0-60 km/h)
Top Speed
Fuel tank
overall
Nm/rpm
Tested
rating
Engine
hp/rpm
geARS
(km/h)
(litres)
(km/l)
Price
ABS
(kg)
Grazia
We Say: Sharp and trendy contender in the 125-cc scooter segment.
Also See: Aprilia 125, Suzuki Burgman Street, TVS Ntorq 125, Vespa 125
Grazia 82,520 124 1/ac 8.25/6000 10.3/5000 V 108 7.15 92.1 5.3 53.5 CBS NA NA
Grazia Disc 89,845 124 1/ac 8.25/6000 10.3/5000 V 108 7.15 92.1 5.3 53.5 CBS May 18
keeway www.keeway-india.com
Sixties
We Say: Neo-retro scooter that packs a punch
Also See: Nothing yet
Sixties 300i 3.30 lakh 278.20 1/lc 18.7/6500 22/6000 V 146 NA NA 10 NA ABS NA
Vieste
We Say: A potent engine in a fun package makes scootering fun
Also See: Nothing yet
Vieste 300 3.25 lakh 278.20 1/lc 18.7/6500 22/6000 V 147 NA NA 12 NA ABS NA
Access
We Say: Effortlessly quick and a nimble handler but priced on the higher side.
Also See: Hero Destini 125, Honda Activa 125
Access 79,900 124 1/ac 8.7/6750 10/5500 CVT 104 NA NA 5 NA CBS NA NA
Access Ride Connect (Disc) 89,500 124 1/ac 8.7/6750 10/5500 CVT 103 NA NA 5 NA CBS NA NA
AVENIS
We Say: Stylish and youthful scooter for the urban rider.
Also See: Aprilia SR 125, Honda Grazia, TVS Ntorq 125, Vespa 125
Avenis Ride Connect 87,800 124 1/ac 8.7/6750 10/5500 CVT 106 NA NA 5.2 NA CBS NA NA
Avenis Race Edition 92,300 124 1/ac 8.7/6750 10/5500 CVT 106 NA NA 5.2 NA CBS NA NA
Burgman
We Say: Premium 125-cc scooter from the famed Burgman range.
Also See: Aprilia SR 125, Honda Grazia, TVS Ntorq 125, Vespa 125
Burgman Street 93,000 124 1/ac 8.7/6750 10/5500 CVT 110 9.26 92.27 5.5 NA CBS Sep 18
Burgman Street Ride Connect 97,000 124 1/ac 8.7/6750 10/5500 CVT 111 9.26 92.27 5.5 NA CBS NA
Burgman Street EX 1.12 lakh 124 1/ac 8.7/6750 10/5500 CVT 110 9.26 92.27 5.5 NA CBS NA
TVS www.tvsmotor.com
XL
We Say: A bare-bones, no-nonsense mode of transportation
Also See: No options
XL100 Comfort 45,741 99.7 1/ac 4.35/6000 6.5/3500 1 80 NA NA 4 NA NA NA
XL100 Comfort i-Touch 56,860 99.7 1/ac 4.35/6000 6.5/3500 1 86 NA NA 4 NA NA NA
Scooty Pep+
We Say: An engine upgrade makes it even more desirable.
Also See: NA
Scooty Pep+ 65,484 87.8 1/ac 5.4/6500 6.5/3500 V 95 12.2 74 4.2 NA NA NA
Scooty ZEST
We Say: Venerable badge gets a larger heart and contemporary design.
Also See: NA.
Scooty Zest 110 73,036 109.7 1/ac 7.82/7500 8.8/5500 V 103 NA NA 5 NA NA NA
JUPITER
We Say: Good features and comfort for the price.
Also See: Hero Maestro Edge 125, Honda Dio, Yamaha Fascino
Jupiter 76,068 109.7 1/ac 7.5/7000 8.4/5500 V 109 9.98 88.78 5 43 CBS NA NA
Jupiter ZX Disc SmartXonnect 87,246 109.7 1/ac 7.5/7000 8.4/5500 V 107 9.98 88.78 5 43 CBS NA NA
Jupiter Classic 88,866 109.7 1/ac 7.5/7000 8.4/5500 V 108 10.45 80.95 5 43 CBS Oct 20
Ntorq
We Say: Engaging and comfortable scoot that is loaded with features.
Also See: Aprilia SR 125, Honda Grazia, Suzuki Burgman Street
Ntorq 125 84,986 124.8 1/ac 9.4/7000 10.5/5500 V 118 6.93 98.71 5.8 NA CBS NA NA
Ntorq 125 (Disc) 88,411 124.8 1/ac 9.4/7000 10.5/5500 V 118 6.93 98.71 5.8 NA CBS NA NA
Ntorq Race XP 96,091 124.8 1/ac 10.2/7000 10.8/5500 V 116 NA NA 5.8 NA CBS NA NA
Ntorq 125 XT 1.04 lakh 124.8 1/ac 9.4/7000 10.5/5500 V 110 NA NA 5.8 NA CBS NA NA

Fuel Efficiency
eNGINE lAYOUT
Alloy wheels
Acceleration
(Ex-showroom)
Capacity (cc)
Peak torque
kERB wEIGHT
Peak Power
(0-60 km/h)
Top Speed
Fuel tank
overall
Nm/rpm
Tested
rating
Engine
hp/rpm
geARS
(km/h)
(litres)
(km/l)
Price
ABS
(kg)
VESPA www.vespaindia.com
125
We Say: If you love retro, buy the Vespa.
Also See: Aprilia SR 125, Honda Grazia, Suzuki Burgman Street, TVS Ntorq 125
ZX 125 1.16 lakh 125 1/ac 9.92/7500 9.6/6000 V 114 9.36 101 6 45.25 CBS NA NA
VXL 125 1.30 lakh 125 1/ac 9.92/7500 9.6/6000 V 114 9.36 101 6 45.25 CBS NA NA
SXL 125 1.33 lakh 125 1/ac 9.92/7500 9.6/6000 V 114 9.36 101 6 45.25 CBS NA NA
150
We Say: Be there or be square? Square is cool.
Also See: Aprilia SR 150, Honda Grazia, Suzuki Burgman Street, TVS Ntorq 125
VXL 150 1.44 lakh 149 1/ac 10.47/7600 10.6/5500 V 114 NA NA 6 NA NA NA
SXL 150 1.47 lakh 149 1/ac 10.47/7600 10.6/5500 V 114 NA NA 6 NA NA NA
Yamaha www.yamaha-motor-india.com
CYGNUS Ray
We Say: Stylish scooter with a Yamaha badge.
Also See: TVS Ntorq 125
Ray ZR 125 Hybrid (Disc) 89,530 125 1/ac 8.2/6500 10.3/5000 V 98 NA NA 5.2 NA CBS NA NA
Ray ZR 125 Hybrid Street Rally 93,530 125 1/ac 8.2/6500 10.3/5000 V 99 NA NA 5.2 NA CBS NA NA
FASCINO
We Say: The lightest scooter yet from the Yamaha stable.
Also See: Hero Maestro Edge 125, Honda Activa 125
Fascino S 125 fi Hybrid (Disc) 89,030 125 1/ac 8.2/6500 10.3/5000 V 99 NA NA 5.2 NA CBS NA NA
Aerox
We Say: Potent maxi-scooter with style and punch.
Also See: Aprilia SXR 160
Aerox 155 1.45 lakh 155 1/lc 15/8000 13.9/6500 V 126 NA NA 5.5 NA CBS NA NA
Competition & Off-road Bikes

KawasaKI www.kawasaki-india.com
KLX
We Say: Non road-legal dirt bike for your kids to start on, finally.
Also See: No options
KLX110 2.99 lakh 112 1/ac 7.3/7500 8.0/4000 4 76 NA NA 3.6 NA NA NA
KLX140G 4.06 lakh 144 1/ac NA NA 5 99 NA NA 5.8 NA NA NA
KLX230RS 5.21 lakh 233 1/ac 20/8000 20.6/6000 6 115 NA NA 6.6 NA NA NA
KLX450R 8.99 lakh 449 1/lc NA NA 5 126 NA NA 8 NA NA NA
KX
We Say: Full-on non-road-legal bikes in two-stroke and four-stroke flavours.
Also See: Suzuki RM-Z
KX65 3.12 lakh 64 1/lc NA NA 6 60 NA NA 3.8 NA NA NA
KX100 4.87 lakh 99 NA 30 (est) NA 6 77 NA NA 5 NA NA NA
KX112 4.87 lakh 112 1/lc NA NA 6 77 NA NA 5 NA NA NA
KX250 7.99 lakh 249 1/lc 50 (est) NA 5 104.7 NA NA 6.4 NA NA NA
KX450 8.59 lakh 449 1/lc NA NA 5 110 NA NA 6.2 NA NA NA
RM-Z
We Say: Suzuki usher in dirt bikes that pack a punch; with a price tag to match
Also See: Kawasaki KX
RM-Z250 6.45 lakh 249 1/lc NA NA 5 106 NA NA 6.5 NA NA NA
RM-Z450 7.44 lakh 449 1/lc NA NA 5 112 NA NA 6.3 NA NA NA

Electrics
capacitY (kwh)
capacitY (kwh)
ACCELERATION
ACCELERATION
*Ex-showroom
*Ex-showroom
KERB WEIGHt
KERB WEIGHt
Power (kW)
Power (kW)
RangE (km)
RangE (km)
(0-20 km/h)
(0-20 km/h)
Price (Rs)
Price (Rs)
BAttery
BAttery
Voltage
Voltage
(kg)
(kg)
Ampere ampere.greaveselectricmobility.com Comet
Top speed: 85 km/h
Ampere Tested: NA
Top speed: 80 km/h* Comet 1.84 lakh 72V 3.0 3.6 115 NA 150*
Tested: NA
Magnus EX 1.04 lakh 60V 3.0 2.3 NA NA 120*
Czar
Primus 1.49 lakh 48V 2.1 3 NA NA 100* Top speed: 85 km/h
Tested: NA
Ather www.atherenergy.com Czar 2.07 lakh 72V 4.0 3.0 115 NA 150*
ather 450
Top speed: 90 km/h*
Evolet www.evoletindia.com
Tested: NA 250W
450X 1.28 lakh 51.1V 6.4 3.7 111 NA 146* Top speed: 25 km/h
450Apex 1.89 lakh 51.1V 7.0 3.7 112 NA 110* Tested: NA
Atumobile www.atumobile.co Pony

Derby
NA
NA
48V
48V
0.25
0.25
1.8
1.8
NA
NA
NA
NA
90*
100*
Vader
Top speed: 65 km/h*
gemopai www.gemopai.com
Tested: NA Astrid lite
Vader 1.28 lakh 51.1V 2.4 2.4 100 NA 100* Top speed: 52 km/h
Tested: Feb 20
BENLING www.benlingindia.com Astrid Lite 92,322 72V 2.4 1.7 160 1.96 55
Top speed: 65-75 km/h*

Aura godawari www.eblu.in
Tested: NA EBLU
Aura 73.000 72V 3.2 3.2 NA NA 70-120* Top speed: 60 km/h
Falcon 71.000 60V 3.2 3.2 NA NA 70-120* Tested: NA
Kriti 66.000 48V 3.2 3.2 NA NA 70-120* Eblu Feo 99,999 60V 2.7 2.52 122 NA 110
BGAUSS www.bgauss.com Hero Electric
www.heroelectric.in
B8 Photon
Top speed: 50 km/h* Top speed: 45 km/h
Tested: NA Tested: NA
B8 Lithium Ion NA 57.6V 1.9 1.45 NA NA 78* Photon LP 86,940 72V 1.8 1.87 NA NA 90*
B8 Li Technology NA 57.6V 1.9 1.45 NA NA 78*
OPTIMA
BOUNCE INFINITY www.bounceinfinity.com Top speed: 45 km/h
E.1 Tested: NA
Top speed: 55-65 km/h* Optima CX 2.0 1.07 lakh NA 1.9 2.0 NA NA 89*
Tested: NA Optima CX 5.0 1.30 lakh NA 1.9 3.0 NA NA 135*
E.1+
E.1
89,999
1.05 lakh
NA
NA
NA
NA
1.9
2.5
NA
NA
NA
NA
70*
100*
HOP www.hopelectric.in
OXO
Chetak www.chetak.com Top speed: 95 km/h*
Chetak Tested: NA
Top speed: 63-73 km/h* OXO 1.61 lakh 72V 5.2 3.75 140 NA 100*
Tested: NA OXO X 1.82 lakh 72V 6.3 3.75 140 NA 100*
Urbane 1.15 lakh 50.4V 4.0 3.2 134 NA 126* LEO
Premium TecPac 1.35 lakh 50.4V 4.2 3.2 134 NA 126* Top speed: 25 km/h*
Electrotherm www.yobykes.in LEO Extended 95,999 72V 2.5 2.4 NA
Tested: NA
NA 125*
EDGE
Top speed: 25 km/h iVOOMi www.ivoomienergy.com
Tested: NA Jeet
Edge DX 49,000 48V 0.25 1.15 84 NA 70* Top speed: 65 km/h*
Drift DX 51,000 48V 0.25 1.15 86 NA 70* Tested: NA
E-SPRINTO www.esprinto.in S1
S1 240
69,999
1.21 lakh
NA
NA
2.5
2.5
1.5
4.2
84
NA
NA
NA
80*
240*
HS Jeet X 1.01 lakh NA 2.5 2.1 NA NA 115*
Top speed: 70 km/h
Tested: NA jeetendra www.jeetendraev.com
Sprinto HS 97,000 60V 0.8 2.52 100 NA 120* JMS1000
Amery 1.30 lakh 60V 2.5 3.0 98 NA 140* Top speed: 55 km/h*
EVEIUM www.eveium.in JMT1000 59,417 60V 1.0 2.04 90 NA
Tested: NA
65*
Cosmo JMT1000 HS 61,995 60V 1.0 2.04 94 NA 90*
Top speed: 65 km/h
Tested: NA
Cosmo 1.44 lakh 72V 2.0 2.3 102 NA 80*

Electrics
capacity (kWh)
capacity (kWh)
acceleration
acceleration
kerb wEIGHt
kerb wEIGHt
Ex-showroom
Ex-showroom
Power (kW)
Power (kW)
RangE (km)
RangE (km)
(0-20 km/h)
(0-20 km/h)
Price (Rs)
Price (Rs)
BAttery
BAttery
Voltage
Voltage
(kg)
(kg)
JOY E-BIKES www.joyebike.com ola www.olaelectric.com
MIHOS S1
Top speed: 65 km/h* Top speed: 80-115 km/h
Tested: NA Tested: NA
Mihos 1.49 lakh 72V 1.5 2.88 110 NA 130* S1 Air 1.10 lakh NA 4.5 3.00 121 NA 141
S1 1.30 lakh NA 8.5 3.00 121 NA 141
plus S1 Pro 1.40 lakh NA 8.5 4.00 125 NA 181
Top speed: NA
Tested: NA QUANTUM www.quantumenergy.in
Nanu+ 1.12 lakh 60V 1.5 2.18 85 NA NA QE
* - Claimed
Wolf+ 1.16 lakh 60V 1.5 2.18 81 NA NA Top speed: 60-65 km/h
Tested: NA
Kabira www.kabiramobility.com Milan 89,993 60V 1.0 1.87 NA NA 100*
KM Series Elektron 93,555 60V 1.0 1.87 NA NA 100*
Plasma 1.21 lakh 60V 1.5 3.0 NA NA 110*
Top speed: 120 km/h*
Tested: NA Revolt www.revoltmotors.com
KM 3000 1.74 lakh 73.6V 12.0 4.1 152 NA 130*
KM 3000-V 1.76 lakh 73.6V 12.0 5.15 152 NA 188*
RV
KM 4000 1.74 lakh 73.6V 12.0 4.1 152 NA 130* Top speed: 45-65 km/h
KM 4000-V 1.76 lakh 73.6V 12.0 5.15 152 NA 188* Tested: NA
KINETIC GREEN www.kineticgreen.com RV400 1.24 lakh 72V 3.0 3.24 108 NA 100*
E LUNA RIVER www.rideriver.com

Top speed: 50 km/h* INDIE
Tested: NA Top speed: 90 km/h*
X1 69,990 NA 1.2 1.7 NA NA 90* Tested: NA
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FLEX
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Top speed: 72 km/h* ONe
Tested: NA
Top speed: 105 km/h*
Flex 1.10 lakh 72V NA 3.0 115 NA 120* Tested: NA
MATTER www.matter.in Dot One
One
1.00 lakh 50.4V
1.45 lakh 50.4V
8.5
8.5
3.7
5.0
NA
134
2.77
2.77
151*
212*
AERA
Top speed: NA TORK MOTORS www.torkmotors.com
Tested: NA KRATOS
Aera 5000 1.74 lakh NA 10.0 5.0 NA NA 125* Top speed: 105 km/h
Aera 5000+ 1.84 lakh NA 10.0 5.0 NA NA 125* Tested: NA
OBEN www.obenev.com Kratos R 1.87 lakh 48V 9.0 4.0 140 NA 100*
RORR TVS www.tvsmotor.com

Top speed: 100 km/h* iQube
Tested: NA Top speed: 78-82 km/h*
Rorr 1.49 lakh NA 8 4.4 130 NA 200* Tested: NA
ODySSE www.odysse.in iQube
iQube S
1.23 lakh
1.38 lakh
52V
52V
4.4
4.4
3.04
3.04
117.2
118.8
NA 75-100*
NA 75-100*
Vader iQube ST BO 52V 4.4 4.56 128 NA 110-145*
Top speed: 85 km/h* X
Tested: NA Top speed: 105 km/h
Vader 1.11 lakh NA 4.5 3.7 128 NA 125* Tested: NA
evoqis X 2.50 lakh 52V 11 4.4 140 NA 140*
Top speed: 80 km/h
Tested: NA Ultraviolette www.ultraviolette.com
Evoqis 1.71 lakh 72V 3.0 4.3 NA NA 110 F77
okinawa www.okinawascooters.com Top speed: 140 to 152 km/h*
Tested: NA
RIDGe F77 3.80 lakh NA 27 7.1 197 NA 206*
Top speed: 45 km/h F77 Recon 4.55 lakh NA 29 10.3 207 NA 307*
Tested: Apr 17 F77 Limited 5.50 lakh NA 30.2 10.3 207 NA 307*
Ridge+ (GPS) 90,606 60V 0.8 1.56 NA NA 110 VIDA www.vidaworld.com
PRAISE V1
Top speed: 62.30 km/h Top speed: 80 km/h*
Tested: May 18 Tested: NA
Praise Pro 99,645 72V 2.5 2.08 140 2.34 105 Plus 1.02 lakh NA 6.0 2x 1.72 NA NA 143*
Pro 1.26 lakh NA 6.0 2x 1.97 NA NA 165*

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