Suzuki Motorcycles India has launched the new facelifted Access 125 for Rs 53,887 ex-showrooom Delhi

The Suzuki Access125 used to be the highest selling scooter for Suzuki India in the home market. But due to a steep rise in competition especially thanks to the Honda Activa 125, the market share for the Access 125 had started to dwindle. So the need for an upgrade was imperative. Shortly after unveiling the new Access 125 at the 2016 Auto Expo in Greater Noida, the company announced the launch of its flagship 125cc scooter today and prices start from Rs 53,887 ex-showroom Delhi for the base model. The scooter will be offered in two variants, the base drum version with steel wheels was launched today while the disc brake version with alloy wheels as pictured above will be launched in a couple of months the Japanese manufcaturer announced.   

Aesthetically the new Access has been completely redesigned. It now features a larger redesigned headlamp which gives the scooter a retro appeal. The indicators have been reworked as well along with the side panels. The tail lamp cluster is also new and comes with a wraparound styling and LED brake light flanked by clear indicators. It also now sports a semi-digital instrument console unit. 

Mechanically the scooter remains identical to the outgoing model. It still employs the 125cc single cylinder motor producing 9PS of max power and 10Nm of peak torque. That said, Suzuki has fiddled with the engine to reduce frictional losses by introducing its SEP or Suzuki Eco Performance technology to improve fuel efficiency and performance. The new Access claims a fuel efficiency of 64kmpl. The engine is mated to a CVT gearbox and the scooter features telescopic forks up front. Though in place of the 120mm drum brakes up front, Suzuki will introduced a disc brake as an option extra in near future.

Courtesy : Zigwheels

Royal Enfield has announced that it will launch the Himalayan adventure tourer motorcycle on March 16, 2016.

The Himalayan was unveiled in February 2016. It gets a half-duplex split cradle frame with a 41 mm fork suspension with 200 mm of travel at the front and a linkage-type monoshock with 180 mm of wheel travel at the rear. The bike weighs 182 kg, has a 15-litre fuel tank and a claimed touring range of 450 km.

At the front, the Himalayan rides on a 21-inch wheel shod with a 90/90 section tyre, while at the rear, it has a 17-inch wheel shod with a 120/90 section tyre. The bike has a ground clearance of 220 mm.

Powering the Himalayan is a 411cc, single-cylinder, 2-valve, SOHC, carburetted engine that develops 24.5 BHP @ 6,500 rpm and 32 Nm of torque @ 4,000-4,500 rpm. The power is transmitted to the rear wheel through a 5-speed manual gearbox. Stopping power comes from a 300 mm disc brake and a 240 mm disc brake at the front and rear respectively.

The Himalayan will be available in two colour options - Granite and Snow.

Courtesy : Team BHP

Power figures of the India bound Triumph Thruxton R cafe racer motorcycle has been revealed. The new Thruxton R is expected to be priced under Rs 10 lakh ex-showroom with a probable launch by mid-2016

After making two-wheeler enthusiasts for a long time, Triumph Motorcycle finally unveiled the engine specifications for the Thruxton cafe racer. The 2016 Triumph Thruxton is available in two trims – Thruxton and Thruxton R. The latter was showcased at the 2016 Auto Expo and 2016 IBW thereby indicating the fact that only the Thruxton R will be launched in India. The 2016 Triumph Thruxton R is powered by a 1,200cc displacement parallel-twin motor generating 98PS of power at 6,750rpm and peak torque of 112Nm at 4,950 rpm. The powerplant is mated to a 6-speed transmission. The new 1,200cc motor according to the British bikemaker has been tuned for better torque and it delivers 62 per cent more torque than its predecessor. 

The 2016 Thruxton range design is an evolution of iconic Bonneville cafe racer styling with intricate detailing inspired from classic Triumph bikes of the past. They feature top quality finish and intricate level of detailing to enhance their iconic looks, such as the beautifully crafted Monza-style filler cap. Overall styling of the Triumph Thruxton R is pleasing and in our opinion it was among the most beautiful motorcycle to be unveiled at the 2016 Auto Expo in Delhi. The 2016 Triumph Thruxton R gets equipped with top shelf cycle parts like Brembo monobloc brakes and Ohlins suspension system. Also the steering geometry has been reworked to improve the handling dynamics of the motorcycle. The 2016 Triumph Thruxton R will be produced in Thailand and assembled in India and expect a launch by mid-2016 in the Indian market. Expect the 2016 Triumph Thruxton R to be priced under Rs 10 lakh ex-showroom in the Indian market. 

Courtesy : Zigwheels

Sales have consistently grown since launch of new Bajaj Avenger models in October 2015.

Indian bike maker Bajaj has been registering month-on-month growth in the sales of its Avenger portfolio since the launch of new cruisers on October 27, 2015. In February 2016, Avenger sales have grown by close to 10 percent month-on-month.

While speaking to a leading Indian business news television channel earlier today, Kevin D’Souza, president, finance at Bajaj Auto, disclosed that the company has recorded sales of close to 31,000 Avengers in February 2016. The exact model-specific sales data is yet to be released by the company. The company had sold a total of 28,085 units under its Avenger brand in January 2016. Of this, the single-cylinder, 149cc Avenger reportedly accounted for the bulk of the sales at 15,722 units. On the other hand, the 220cc Avenger variants accounted for sales of 12,363 units during the said month.

The Avenger brand had made it to the list of top 10 bestselling motorcycles list in December 2015 for the first time. At sales of 20,182 units in that month, the brand had ranked 10th on the list. Of this, while the 150cc variant had accounted for sales of 9,234 units, the 220cc variants had registered sales of 10,948 units. Interestingly, for the first half of the ongoing fiscal, monthly Avenger sales averaged at only around 3,650 units. 

Courtesy : Autocar