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Suzuki to launch GS150R facelift

by Paul Joseph June 29, 2011 Featured

Suzuki Motorcycle plans to launch the face-lifted version of its 150cc bike,GS 150R in the month of October this year.It is expected to be priced a few thousand rupees more than the currently existing model.It will be powered by the same 149.5cc engine of GS 150R which delivers a maximum power of 13.8bhp at 8500rpm ….Click here to read complete post

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Bajaj Launched 125cc Discover in Tamil Nadu

by Paul Joseph April 21, 2011 Featured

Bajaj Auto is looking for mass response in the sales of newly launched Bajaj Discover 125cc. Bajaj Auto which kept its eyes only entry-level sports now returns in commuter segment to beat the Hero Honda and Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India and thrown the new 125cc baby in the Indian market. Already Bajaj Auto has decided to get the number one position in Indian two-wheeler market and launching different segment bikes in India. Mr. Rajiv Bajaj, Managing Director of Bajaj Auto said that Hero Honda has strong presence in 100cc segment and Bajaj wants to beat the giant. The company is spreading its newly launched Bajaj Discover 125 pan India and launched it in Tamil Nadu market. The company expects to sell over 1.5 lakh Discover bikes per month in domestic market. Mr. Guruprasad, Zonal Manager Motorcycle Business, Bajaj Auto said that after launching the bike in Tamil Nadu market its sells to rise to 1.5 lakh per month in this financial year from the present 1.2 lakh units per month. Out of 30000 units of the all discover bikes by next financial year around 20000 units would be Bajaj Discover 125cc which is priced at Rs 45,392 (ex-showroom). Bajaj Discover brand was launched in the 2009 and since launch over 40 lakh units have been sold pan India. After launching Bajaj Discover 100cc and Bajaj Discover 150cc, Bajaj Discover 125cc is the third included member in this brand which is an answer to Honda Shine, Honda Stunner and Yamaha YBR 125. Presently Bajaj Auto has 27 per cent market share in Indian two-wheeler market and reporting 2.6 per cent growth. Tamil Nadu is big market for the company which is registering 37 per cent growth this time. The new Bajaj Discover has already been launched in Tamil Nadu’s neighbouring states like Kerala and Karnataka a few days back and now the bike would soon be launched in Maharashtra and Gujarat states.

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Evolution Choppers builds unique three-wheeler

by Paul Joseph April 21, 2011 Featured

Goa’s custom bike builder, Evolution Choppers known for their custom choppers and motorcycles have built an unique three-wheeler. The customer of this motorcycle met with a tragic accident which took his left leg away. Refusing to give up his passion for riding, he requested Evolution Choppers to build him a special bike so that he could get back on to the saddle. The Trike uses a 350cc Royal Enfield engine with custom made trademark evolution choppers chassis/swing arm, choppers handle bars, handlebar grips, TC bikes tank and fenders and forward controls, Goa On Wheels reports. The Trike is equipped with dual disc brakes. The brake and gear pedals are located on the right side of the bike. We wish this die-hard soldier many million miles of happy motoring. Evolution Choppers Three-Wheeled Chopper Image Gallery Source – GoaOnWheels.com

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TVS plans India’s cheapest motorcycle

by Paul Joseph March 20, 2011 Featured

Inspired by the Tata Nano mania, TVS Motors has started work on India’s cheapest bike which will only set you back by only Rs 30,000. The key aspects of development that are under consideration are good technology, fuel efficiency and low cost. The company wants to target a space between the moped segment and bike segment. Could TVS revive the Victor brand? The cheapest moped that TVS sells is for Rs 25,000 and the cheapest bike that the company sells is for Rs 35,000. The new bike will sit in-between these products. TVS Motors President-Marketing, HS Goindi – There is room for introducing one more product at the lower end of the motorcycle segment. Our cheapest motorcycle comes for Rs 36,000 while the most expensive moped is tagged Rs 25,000. There might be a new product positioned in this range. The Indian market is demanding, the quality of motorcycles on offer here is very high in terms of finish, engine performance, styling and fuel efficiency. The challenge would be to offer good features at competitive price points Expect the bike in showrooms by next year. Source – BurnYourFuel.com

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Honda India gears up to expand in India

by Paul Joseph March 12, 2011 Featured

Honda Bikes, the world wide head in two-wheelers market get aggressive in India after its exit from Hero Honda, its joint venture with the Hero Group. Honda Motorcycle & Scooters India (HMSI), its fully-owned arm set up in 1999, plans to launch two new motorcycles every year, expand its reach and bring in a new mass market 100cc bike. “Honda always wants to be in the Number One position. Right now, we are in the fourth position, not very far from the third player. We want to be among the top three players (in India), and very close to the No 2 player,’’ said Shinji Aoyama, President & CEO, HMSI, in an interview last week. Aoyama said Honda would like to fill the gaps in its portfolio. ‘‘Whatever we didn’t not have in our product portfolio, we would like to fill. For instance, we would like to enter the inexpensive product segment, and bring in a core product in the entry-level 100cc segment. This product will make us really aggressive (in the market),’’ he said. It has an 110cc bike in the Twister, but it’s a niche product targeted at urban youngsters. It is clear that Honda is looking for a more mass market bike. “The short term plans will not be driven by events at Hero Honda but long term; there will be a huge difference. Single-mindedly, the world leader will think differently. Things will change dramatically,’’ said Naresh Rattan, head of marketing & sales, HMSI. So far, Honda Motor Company was operating in India through both Hero Honda and HMSI. A joint working group decided on the line of models for both. The ventures were not to disturb each other, but play a complementary role, so that together Honda enjoyed a 60 per cent market share. ‘‘That horizon will change. Honda will bring in more core products now,’’ said a senior Honda executive.

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Video:- Royal Enfield Bullet, “Handcrafted In Chennai"

by Paul Joseph March 7, 2011 Featured

Royal Enfield Bullets are being rolled out from Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Royal Enfield recently released this wonderful video (2.25sec) to pay tribute to it’s home land. The video is featuring Chennai city and people who are associated with making Bullets. The most important  point is, absence of extras like celebrities, models, tag lines. Instead of making a polished factory with models Royal Enfield has been chosen the actual shop floor and employees to shoot the film. Some of you  might have already watched this video, if you have not yet go ahead and watch the video. Stay subscribed Subscribe to Wheelosphere In A Reader Subscribe to Wheelosphere by Email Related posts: Renault Planning To Exit From Chennai Project Renault is planning to exit from Chennai project.Renault,Mahindra and Nissan… Royal Enfield Launched Two More Bullets Royal Enfield is responding to the rumours saying that it… Royal Enfield 500 Enduro Concept Royal Enfield after a short break made re-entry to Indian… Video:- Quality Control The Do It Yourself Way!! We are sure some of you must have visited atleast… Royal Enfield previews furious Enfield Fury at Carole Nash Motorcycle Live 2010. Royal Enfield the oldest motorcycle brand displayed  a more furious…

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