June was full of exciting new launches for the bike industry. We have seen the arrival of many new bikes, scooters, and modified versions. Highlights included scooters like the Yamaha Fascino S and the Hero Xoom Combat Edition, the upgraded Bajaj Pulsar range, luxury bikes like the Kawasaki Ninja and the ZX-4RR. There was something for everyone.
In recent months, Bajaj has completely revamped the Pulsar N&NS series. Now, the manufacturer has introduced 2024 models of Pulsar 125, Pulsar 150, and Pulsar 220F, with new upgrades and models, as well as a new look for the Bajaj Pulsar N160.
The Bajaj Pulsar 125, Pulsar 150 and Pulsar 220F have been updated with a completely new LCD instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity and USB charging ports. This new console will replace the iconic semi-digital in all three models. In addition, each bike now has a new graphic design.
The latest Bajaj Pulsar N160 has been introduced. It features 33mm reverse brass, turn-by-turn navigation, and three riding modes: Road, Rain, and Off-Road.
The Jawa 350 comes with new colour options and a new alloy wheel variant, starting from ₹ 2.46 Lakh (ex-showroom). In addition to the existing colour scheme, the bike now comes in four new colours: Obsidian Black, Grey, Deep Forest and Chrome White.
The rest of the bike’s features and hardware remain unchanged. Still powered by a 334cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine producing 22.5PS and 28.1Nm of torque, mated to a six-speed gearbox and paddle clutch, the Jawa 350 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h. h in 10.98 seconds. It offers actual tested mileage of 30 km/l in the city and 28.32 km/l on the highway.
Bajaj has launched the Chetak 2901, its most affordable electric scooter in India. The e-scooter features a central motor paired with a 2.88 kWh battery pack, which offers a top speed of 63 km/h and a claimed range of 123 km. Furthermore, it takes 6 hours to charge from an average of 0 to 100 percent.
It has the same colour LCD instrument cluster as the old Alert and offers a TecPac as an optional add-on. The Chetak 2901 is available in five colors: Azure Blue, Ebony Black Met, Racing Red, Lime Yellow and Cyber White.
Yamaha has launched the new Fascino S Scooter in India, positioned at the top of the Fascino lineup. This scooter now has the ‘Answer Back feature’, which allows you to locate your scooter in crowded areas or markets. It helps through the ‘Yamaha Scooter Answer Back’ application on your smartphone. All other features remain the same as the Yamaha Fascino disc variant.
The new Fascino S comes in three colors: Matt Red-SPL, Matte Black-SPL, and Dark Matte Blue-SPL.
Hero MotoCorp has launched the Xoom 110 Combat Edition in India. It features a stunning new Matt Shadow Gray colour scheme with neon red and black grey trim. The Combat edition, which was showcased on the Xoom 110 ZX, now leads the range of Hero scooters.
Apart from the cosmetic updates, all other aspects, including features, hardware, and engine specifications, remain unchanged. The Xoom 110 Combat Edition continues to be powered by the familiar 110.9cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine, which produces 8.05PS and 8.70Nm of torque.
Pune-based electric two-wheeler manufacturer Bgauss has introduced the RUV 350 as its new flagship electric scooter, replacing the D15-e scooter. The RUV 350 is offered in three variants: RUV 350i, RUV 350 EX, and its top-of-the-line RUV 350 Max. The base and midform are 90km apart.
The BGauss RUV 350 electric scooter boasts steel bodywork and features an IP67-certified, hub-mounted motor capable of producing a peak output of 3.5kW and 165Nm of torque. It has three riding modes: Eco, Ride and Sport. The scooter accelerates from 0 to 40 km/h in 5.8 seconds and has a top speed of 75 km/h in Sport mode.
Zelio E-Bikes, a Haryana-based electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has launched the low-speed X Men electric scooter in India. The scooter is offered in five different battery capacities: 1.92 kWh, 2.3 kWh, 2.736kWh, and 2.28kWh (all lead-acid), and black, white, sea green, and red with a 1.92kWh lithium-ion battery as the top battery. There are four different colour options to choose from.
The 1.92kWh (lead acid) variant has a claimed range of 55-60km. The 2.3kWh (lead acid) variant offers a range of 70 km, and the top-end 1.9kWh lithium-ion battery variant provides a range of 80km. It is a low-speed scooter, and the top speed is limited to 25kmph.
Earlier this month, Kawasaki announced the Ninja ZX-4RR, which offers increased power and new features. Priced at Rs 60,000 more than the regular ZX-4R, it is provided in a unique lime green colour.
It has the same 399cc liquid-cooled in-line four engine found in the Ninja ZX-4R but with an output of 77PS at 14,500rpm and 39Nm at 13,000rpm—2PS and 1.4Nm more than the ZX-4R. With ram air, it increases the maximum power output to 80PS. The engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox and includes standard features like an auxiliary slipper clutch and a bi-directional quick shifter.
After a brief hiatus, the Kawasaki Ninja 300 has been reintroduced with updated models. However, apart from the new look, its engine, components, and undercarriage remain unchanged.
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