After Yamaha, Honda and Suzuki, Italian manufacturer MV Agusta (Meccanica Verghera) known for making ‘Brutale’ and ‘Tamburini’ is actively looking to launch its bikes in India. MV Agusta is currently looking out for an importer. Kinetic may become the likely importer of the premium bikes for MV Agusta. Kinetic had earlier signed an agreement with …
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TVS launches Scooty Teenz Electric
Here’s a news you love to hear especially after the fuel price hike. TVS has announced the launch of its first electric scooter Scooty Teenz Electric in Gujarat (Gujarat is one of the biggest ebike market in India). TVS is the second major manufacturer after Hero Group to foray into the ebike market. According to …
Yamaha launches Gladiator RS and Gladiator SS
Yamaha kick starts a new sports biking lifestyle in India with the launch of Gladiator Type SS (Sporty and Stylish) and Type RS (Racing Style) in the fiercely competitive 125 cc segment. With this new type RS and type SS Yamaha power packs 28 new features to the Gladiator. Front cowl is lowered by 30mm …
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Global Auto’s new 150cc scooter
We got more information from the Xenitis on its new 150cc scooter UFO 0150. Global auto a JV of Xentis Group and China’s Guangzhou Automobile Industry has rolled out a new 150cc scooter following the success of 125cc Xpression and 100cc Rock. UFO 0150 – Designed and developed completely by Global Automobiles R & D, …
Bajaj launches kick start variant of XCD
Bajaj today launched a kick start variant of XCD. The kick start variant of XCD is cheaper cheaper by Rs 2,000 from the original electric start variant of XCD. The XCD kick start is priced Rs39000. “We have introduced a new kick start variant of XCD. The self-start variant priced at Rs 41,000 still continues …
Xenitis new 150cc scooter
Global auto a JV of Xentis Group and China’s Guangzhou Automobile Industry has launched a new 150cc scooter called UFO0150. Xenitis new 150cc scooter is priced Rs34,990. Global Automobiles made headlines few months back by launching 100cc motorcycle (Rock 100) at a price of Rs20000. More details are expected.
Piaggio to sell vespa again
As expected, Piaggio Group will re-enter the Indian market soon. Today, Piaggio officially announced its plan for the Indian market. Mr Roberto Colaninno, Chairman, said Piaggio would be setting up a new two-wheeler manufacturing facility at Baramati in Maharashtra. “We expect to roll out our first batch of two-wheelers in 2009-10,” he told. Piaggio will …
Fuel Injected Apache RTR
TVS apache RTR FI is the first bike from its stable to feature innovative Fuel Injection technology. By launching the apache RTR FI TVS will bring the its ultimate racing experience to the streets. According to TVS,the new apache RTR FI offers instant thrill and superior performance of a fuel injected 160cc engine. The 160cc …
Yamaha’s Bike Station
Yamaha motors India which is set to capture 10% market share by 2010 in Indian motorcycle market, launched its first lifestyle store ‘Bike Station’ today. Besides selling motorcycles, aparrels and accessories, Bike Stations would also provide ambit of services such as video games, internet surfing, music and coffee bars. Yamaha is planning to open 10 …
Bajaj to buy stake in Triumph
Bajaj which chased Triumph and Ducati earlier finally put off the plans because of high valuation. Now Bajaj gets another chance, yes, Triumph plans a indian foray and hence it actively scouts for an Indian partner. Who else than Bajaj can be perfect mate for selling cruisers. Indications are that Triumph may be open to …