Bajaj Auto has officially announced that it will launch the new range of Avenger on 27th October 2015. In fact, the new models have started reaching at dealerships. The range will have a total of three motorcycles including a new 150cc entry-level model and two 220cc DTS-i equipped versions.

In a recent interview with a couple of leading news channels, Mr Rajeev Bajaj confirmed that there will be at least three new models in the Bajaj Avenger 2015 range. Though he didn’t reveal the model line-up, there could be three models in different capacities. According to reports, there will be two trims – Street and Cruise – in the new lineup that will be powered by the same 220cc DTS-i engine. It’s the same engine that does duty to the existing model. Having said that the third model will be the new Bajaj Avenger 150 entry-level cruiser.

In this article, we’ll tell you about the 220cc siblings that the company will launch alongside the Avenger 150.

Bajaj Avenger 220 Street & Cruise Price

The new Bajaj Avenger 220cc range, Street and Cruise, is likely to be priced around Rs. 82,000 to Rs. 90,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Launch Date of 2015 Bajaj Avenger Models

The company has announced to launch the updated Bajaj Avenger range on October 27, 2015 at an event in Mumbai.

Mileage

Since the Avenger Street and Cruise retain the same old 220cc DTS-i engine, we expect it to return almost same mileage i.e. around 40kmpl.

Also Read: Bajaj Avenger 150 Launch Date, Price, Mileage, Specs and Images

New Bajaj Avenger 2015 Picture Gallery

The new Avenger 220 ‘Cruise’ looks more or less similar to the current model albeit with lots of chrome elements and new body graphics. It features an updated instrument cluster with analogue and digital meter, a high-set handlebar with slightly different design, new fuel tank and exhaust, back support for pillion rider and new seats with better cushioning.

On the other hand, the 220 Street’s all-black treatment renders it a stylish look. The 2015 Avenger 220 Street shares its design cues with the Street 750 such as black alloy wheels and blackened engine and exhaust. It also gets a new digital instrument cluster, black handle bar, black rear view mirror and new graphic treatment. The bike also features red and silver stripes on side panels, as seen on the Pulsar Demon Black Edition.

With the new models, the home-grown bikemaker aims to increase the sales of the Avenger from 4,000 units a month to 20,000 units per month. Powering the Avenger’s current generation is a 220cc motor that delivers a maximum power of 19.9bhp and 17.50Nm of torque. It’s the same powertrain that does duty to the Pulsar 220. And we expect the new range to feature the same engine in the existing state of tune.

Besides the Bajaj Avenger 2015 range, the company is also planning to bring inRS400,  CS400,  150NS and 180NS. According to reports, the company is also working on an all new motorcycle brand. Though he didn’t reveal the exact plans, we think it could be a premium one. Interestingly, the company is also planning to make its re-entry into the scooter category.

Top speed – 120kmph (expected)

New Bajaj Avenger 2015 Rivals – Royal Enfield Thunderbird

Mahindra has finally launched the much awaited Mojo. But to makes space for itself in the market, the Mojo will have to hold its own against some stiff competition like the KTM 200 Duke, Honda CBR250R, and the Royal Enfield Classic 500.

Earlier this month, when we got our hands on the Mahindra Mojo it was clear that the bike’s dynamics would suit the touring junta. Comfortable riding dynamics, a decent powerplant and a large 21-litre tank – are all characteristics of an able touring machine. But then for an enthusiast there are a lot of options in the market that serve the same purpose, the KTM 200 Duke, Honda CBR 250R and the Royal Enfield Classic 350. So where does the Mahindra Mojo stand against these?

1.)    Engine: First things first, the heart. The Mahindra Mojo is powered by a 295cc single cylinder unit that makes 28PS and 30Nm. The power plant has a strong mid-range which makes it ideal for highway cruising. This engine comes mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The Mojo tips the scale at 160kg but we feel some of the weight could have been reduced by using a single exhaust instead of a twin.

The KTM 200 Duke – although it displaces just 199.5cc - makes almost as much power as the Mojo. At 19Nm though, the torque rating isn’t as high. It must also be noted that the 200 Duke produces its peak power and torque a lot higher up the rev range than the Mojo. While the overall figures of the KTM are similar to the Mojo, it gains an edge in terms of weight. At 136kg, the KTM 200 Duke is 4 kg lighter than the Mojo.

The Honda CBR 250R sports a 249.6cc single cylinder unit that makes 26.5PS and 22.9Nm. Just like the Mojo, the CBR 250R too makes its peak power around the 8,000rpm mark. The torque on the baby CBR comes in at around 7,000rpm. The CBR 250 weighs 162kg which is not only considerably higher than the 200 Duke but also 2kg more than the Mojo.

Although the Royal Enfield Classic 500 isn’t quite the same segment as the others in this comparison, it is priced at around the same mark. Moreover, considering we are looking at touring machines, the Royal Enfield Classic 500 is one of the much loved offering in this price bracket. So here goes... The RE Classic 500 produces 27 horses of power from an engine displacing 499cc. But the highlight of the motorcycle is in its torque rating. The Classic 500 churns an insane 41Nm of torque which is considerably higher than all its rivals in discussion. However it must also be noted that the 190kg Classic 500 is the heaviest in this comparison.

2.)    Features:

Apart from the Royal Enfield Classic 500, all three motorcycles come with a disc brake at the front as well as at the back. The Mojo and the 200 Duke also gain some brownie points as they are fitted with upside-down forks up front. The CBR 250R and the Classic 500 on the other get standard telescopic front forks. Of the four bikes, the Classic 500 is the only one that doesn’t get a monoshock setup at the back.

The Mojo gets a semi-digital console that displays a lot of information. It can track your 0-100kmph time, record your top-speed aside from the standard speedo, tacho, and tripmeters. The CBR 250R too employs a semi-digital console but isn’t as informative as the one on the Mojo. Moreover the digital screen is pretty small and can get difficult to read. The KTM 200 Duke uses an all-digital console. It has all the standard information that one would expect and a shift light, something that is missing on all the other bikes. The Royal Enfield Classic 500’s analog cluster is the least informative of the lot. It doesn’t come with a tachometer or even a trip meter. In fact, it even misses out on a fuel gauge.

The KTM 200 Duke is the only bike to get ABS as standard fitment. While the CBR 250R does get it as an optional fitment, the Mojo and the Classic 500 don’t even offer it as an option.

3.)    Price: In terms of price, the KTM 200 Duke is the cheapest of the lot at Rs 1.43 lakh. The recently launched Mahindra Mojo will set you back by Rs 1.58 lakh which is just Rs 4,000 cheaper than the Royal Enfield Classic 500. The CBR 250R starts at Rs 1.59 lakh for the Std version and goes right up to 1.93 lakh for the ABS version with the Repsol livery.

Courtesy : Zigwheels

CHENNAI: Two-wheeler manufacturer TVS Motor Company has launched the highly popular moped TVS XL 100 in Uttar Pradesh. 

"The company has retained the form and the utility value of the earlier moped. TVS XL100 is designed to meet the evolving needs of today's consumer," TVS said statement in a said on Wednesday. 

TVS XL 100 is one of the reliable, easy to ride, powerful multi-utility two wheelers in the market, it added. 

Courtesy : The Times of India

Triumph are offering additional festive discounts, EMI schemes are also available on the Speed Triple.

Triumph Motorcycles India are giving a special upgrade offer on the Speed Triple this festive season, where the company is giving an extra discount of Rs 50,000 when exchanging a customer's motorcycle. The dealerships will evaluate the motorcycle, and give the additional discount over and above the exchange price.

However, the festive offer is valid till October 25. But, not only are Triumph giving a discount, they also have financing schemes available. The customer can avail up to Rs 9 lakh for up to a period of 4 years, under a bullet scheme. Besides this, an EMI scheme is also available.

When we rode the Speed Triple last year, we loved it.It comes with a 1050cc engine that is fuel-injected and liquid-cooled. It is capable of producing a maximum power figure of 132.7bhp at 9,400rpm.

The Speed Triple is available at Rs 11.49 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Courtesy : Autocar

The Gusto Special Edition has been priced at Rs 49,350, is only available in the VX trim.

With the festive season just around the corner, Mahindra Two Wheelers has launched a special edition of its 109.6cc scooter, the Gusto. The Gusto Special Edition, as it has been called, has been introduced to to boost sales during this period. It comes with new dual paint schemes, however there are no mechanical or functional changes to the scooter.

The special-edition Gusto uses a four-stroke, 109.6cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine with peak power output of 8bhp generated at 7,500rpm, and 0.8kgm of torque coming in at 5,500rpm. The scooter is available only in the VX variant, while the cheaper HX and DX variants are being offered with these dual-tone colour schemes. In addition to introducing a special edition, the manufacturer is also providing free insurance as  part of the festive season offer.

The Mahindra Gusto VX Special Edition is being offered at a slight premium over the standard edition, and has been stickered at Rs 49,350. The Gusto faces stiff competition from the other big players in the market, such as Honda with their popular Activa, and the TVS Jupiter.

Courtesy : Autocar