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Yamaha's R15 V4 and MT-15 MotoGP Edition Return With Monster Energy Livery
Yamaha Motor India has brought back the 'MotoGP Edition' for the R15 V4 and MT-15 Ver 2.0, now dressed in Monster Energy racing graphics across the tank and side panels. It's a cosmetic update only, with no mechanical or engine changes. Pricing is ₹176,050 for the R15 V4 and ₹177,230 for the MT-15 Ver 2.0.
2banh · 8/7/2026
Royal Enfield's Himalayan 750 Spied Ahead of Likely EICMA 2026 Debut
Royal Enfield's new Himalayan 750 has been spotted undergoing final development testing on English roads, pointing toward a world debut at EICMA 2026 in November. The test unit features a 750cc parallel-twin with a 270-degree crank evolved from the 650cc platform, paired with road-oriented 19-inch front and 17-inch rear alloy wheels, SHOWA suspension, and BYBRE brakes.
De Motos Colombia · 8/6/2026
Ather Confirms 'Konarc' as the Name for Its Next Electric Scooter
India's Ather Energy has confirmed that its next electric scooter, previously shown as the EL01 concept, will be called the Konarc. It debuts August 29 at Ather Community Day on a new EL platform, expected to be priced between Rs 1 lakh and Rs 1.25 lakh with a range of 100-120 km per charge.
Motoroids · 8/6/2026
Asian Two-Wheeler Economics #3: Bajaj Exports More Than It Sells at Home — India Turns From Market Into Export Base
India's two-wheelers in July 2026: Hero leads at home, but add exports and TVS takes first, while Bajaj ships 222,972 abroad against 165,747 domestically. Reading India's shift from market to export base through the numbers.
MotoBook編集部 · 8/6/2026
TVS's $1,000 'Doctor Doom' Edition Signals a Bigger Global Strategy
India's TVS has added a color-shifting 'Doctor Doom' special edition, priced at Rs 95,320 in Delhi, to its Raider commuter lineup. The move reflects a broader strategy: building industrial scale through affordable mass-market bikes while pursuing premium ambitions through Norton production in India and a sub-500cc BMW collaboration.
RideApart · 8/6/2026
Why Honda's Gold Wing Feels Lighter Than Its 800-Pound Weight Suggests
Honda's Gold Wing touring bike, weighing around 800 pounds (360kg), is being praised as surprisingly manageable. A flat-six engine and double-wishbone front suspension keep the center of gravity low, while a 29.3-inch seat height and walking mode ease low-speed handling.
TopSpeed · 8/6/2026
India's E3 Electric Launches Trion Scooter From Rs 99,999
Bengaluru-based E3 Electric has launched its Trion electric scooter in India, starting at Rs 99,999 across three trims. The top C2 variant offers a 128km range and 82km/h top speed, with deliveries beginning in September.
Motoroids · 8/6/2026
E3 Electric.AI Launches the Trion Electric Scooter From Rs 99,999
Bengaluru-based E3 Electric.AI has launched its Trion electric scooter starting at Rs 99,999. The top C2 variant hits a top speed of 82 km/h with a range of 128 km per charge, and the scooter packs over 100 connected features including an AI-driven 'HealthScan' diagnostics system, backed by an 8-year/100,000 km battery warranty.
EVreporter · 8/6/2026
India's E3 Electric.AI Launches AI-Powered E3 Trion Scooter at ₹99,999
Indian EV startup E3 Electric.AI has launched the E3 Trion, an AI-equipped electric scooter starting at ₹99,999. It packs ten AI features including a 10-second pre-ride health scan, pothole detection, collision avoidance, and traffic-rule assistance, paired with a hub motor and 2-4kWh battery options. PowerDrift covered the launch in a short video.
PowerDrift · 8/6/2026
TVS Surpasses 300,000 Electric Scooter Sales in 2026, Fastest Ever in India
TVS Motor's electric scooter retail sales topped 307,000 units between January and July 2026, making it the fastest Indian electric two-wheeler maker ever to cross the 300,000 mark within a calendar year. July alone set a record with 55,465 units sold. Over the same period, Bajaj Auto ranked second with 264,000 units and Ather Energy third with over 200,000.
BikeWale · 8/5/2026
TVS Tops India's Motorcycle Sales in July, Crosses 600,000 Units to Beat Honda and Hero
TVS Motor topped India's two-wheeler wholesale rankings in July for the second straight month, crossing 600,000 units for the first time and surpassing both Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India and Hero MotoCorp. The company spans commuter bikes like the Raider, Apache performance models, Jupiter scooters and the iQube electric scooter, while also manufacturing motorcycles for BMW Motorrad and rebuilding Britain's Norton brand — making it one of the industry's most diversified players.
RideApart · 8/5/2026
Ather Unveils Konarc Electric Scooter, India Launch Set for August 29
Indian EV maker Ather Energy has revealed its new mass-market electric scooter, the Konarc, set to launch on August 29 at Ather Community Day 2026. Expected pricing runs from 100,000 to 125,000 rupees (roughly ¥190,000-240,000), built on the company's new EL platform supporting 2-5kWh battery packs and a 7-inch TFT dash.
BikeWale · 8/5/2026
TVS to Showcase X Flagship Electric Scooter at NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026
TVS Motor Company will exhibit its premium electric scooter, the TVS X, at the 2026 NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo. It's powered by an 11kW (15PS) motor, hitting 0-40km/h in 2.6 seconds and a top speed of 105km/h. The scooter features a 4.44kWh battery pack, a 10.2-inch TFT touchscreen, multiple ride modes, regenerative braking, cruise control, and ABS.
Nepal Drives · 8/5/2026
Yamaha Launches R15 and MT-15 MotoGP Editions in India, Starting Around ₹176,000
Yamaha has rolled out the R15 V4 MotoGP Edition at ₹176,000 and the MT-15 Version 2.0 MotoGP Edition at ₹177,000 in India. Both keep the 155cc single-cylinder engine with VVA, traction control, and dual-channel ABS, and add MotoGP-inspired graphics to Yamaha's best-selling sportbike, of which over a million units have been built locally.
BikeAdvice · 8/4/2026
Five New Two-Wheelers Set to Launch in India Throughout August 2026
India's August 2026 launch calendar opens with the E3 Trion electric scooter on the 6th (₹90,000–₹1,00,000), followed by the next-generation Bajaj Pulsar 125/150, the Ather EL electric scooter on the 29th (₹1,15,000–₹1,40,000), the Yamaha R2 on the 27th (₹2,00,000–₹2,30,000), and an updated Honda CB350-series model later in the month.
BikeWale · 8/4/2026
KTM Hikes 390 Adventure Prices by Up to Rs 8,000 in India, Pushing the S Past the 4 Lakh Mark
KTM has raised prices across its four-model 390 Adventure range in India by up to Rs 8,000, with no mechanical changes. The base 390 Adventure now costs Rs 2.88 lakh, the Adventure X Rs 3.50 lakh, the off-road-focused Adventure R Rs 3.86 lakh, and the flagship Adventure S Rs 4.05 lakh, crossing the Rs 4 lakh mark for the first time. The R and S took the biggest hikes at Rs 8,000 each.
Autocar India · 8/3/2026
TVS Motor Posts Record 630,000 Units in July as EV Sales Jump 158%
India's TVS Motor sold a record 630,000 units in July 2026, up 38% from 456,000 units a year earlier. Electric two-wheeler sales also hit a new high of 60,934 units, an increase of 158% over the 23,605 units sold in July 2025, with the EV shift helping drive the company's overall sales record.
BikeAdvice · 8/3/2026
Greaves Electric Mobility Raises Rs 530 Crore to Fund Ampere's Next-Gen EVs
India's Greaves Electric Mobility has raised Rs 530 crore through a fully subscribed rights issue to existing investors. The funds will go toward developing next-generation electric scooters under its Ampere brand and improving battery and powertrain technology. Ampere has sold a cumulative 4 million scooters to date.
The Bike Junction · 8/3/2026
New Black Colour for KTM 390 Adventure Spotted Ahead of Official Debut
A new black-and-champagne-gold color option called Ebony Black has surfaced on KTM's 390 Adventure at a dealership in India. It appears to be a third shade alongside the existing white and orange, and comes as the bike's price recently rose ₹7,000 to ₹2.88 lakh ex-showroom Delhi.
Autocar India · 8/3/2026
Studds Launches Raider Youth Full-Face Helmet in India at Rs 1,175
Indian helmet maker Studds Accessories has launched the Raider Youth, a full-face helmet for children and smaller-headed riders, priced at Rs 1,175. It comes in two sizes, XXS (52cm) and XS (54cm), with an ABS shell, EPS liner, and ISI (BIS) certification. The helmet features top vents and rear exhaust ports for ventilation, launching in 12 monotone colors with graphic versions planned for later.
BikeWale · 8/3/2026
Morbidelli to Launch Entry-Level T250X Adventure Bike at Nepal's NAIMA Expo
Italian brand Morbidelli will launch its new T250X Adventure motorcycle in Nepal at the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026, opening August 11. The 249.4cc air-cooled single makes 22.4 hp and 22.3 Nm of torque, with a 154kg curb weight and 820mm seat height aimed at entry-level adventure riders. Local distributor Vaidya's Organization will handle sales, with pricing to be announced at launch.
Meroauto · 8/3/2026
TVS Sets New Monthly EV Registration Record at 55,480 Units
TVS Motor recorded 55,480 electric two-wheeler registrations in India in July 2026, its highest monthly total. VAHAN data shows it surpassed the previous record of 51,781 set in March, as well as Bajaj Auto's 45,592 and Ather Energy's 30,324 registrations for July.
Business Today · 8/3/2026
New Bajaj Pulsar 125 Leaked Ahead of August 12 Launch With New Chassis
Bajaj's new Pulsar 125 has been spotted at a dealership ahead of its official August 12 launch, revealing an all-new single-downtube frame and rear monoshock in place of the outgoing double-cradle chassis and twin shocks. It also gains a color LCD instrument cluster and a toe-only gear shifter. The current model makes 11.8 hp from a 124.4cc engine and starts at Rs 92,341 ex-showroom Delhi, competing with the TVS Raider 125 and Hero Xtreme 125R.
Autocar India · 8/3/2026
India's Aftermarket Silencer Rules Explained: CMVR Noise Limits and Fines
A new explainer breaks down India's rules for aftermarket motorcycle silencers under CMVR Rule 120(2), which sets noise limits by engine size: 75 dB for bikes up to 80cc, 77 dB for 80-175cc, and 80 dB above 175cc. Unauthorized modifications can bring fines of Rs 1,000 to Rs 10,000 under Section 190(2), plus possible vehicle seizure. The piece cites Bengaluru Traffic Police seizing 947 illegal silencers and booking 3,674 cases in October 2025.
BikeLeague India · 8/3/2026
Next-Generation Bajaj Pulsar 125 Spotted Before August 12 Launch
Bajaj's next-generation Pulsar 125 has been seen at a dealership ahead of its official August 12 launch, revealing new styling, a new frame and a monoshock. It uses 17-inch wheels with a front disc and rear drum brake, plus LED lighting and a Bluetooth-ready colour LCD.
BikeWale · 8/2/2026
Ather Sets August 29 Debut for EL-Based Electric Scooter
India's Ather Energy says it will formally unveil an EL-platform electric scooter at Ather Community Day 2026 on August 29. Its new silhouette teaser points to a flat floorboard and long one-piece seat close to last year's EL01 concept.
BikeWale · 8/2/2026
KTM Adds Ebony Black to the 2026 390 Adventure in India
KTM's 2026 390 Adventure has reached Indian dealerships in a new Ebony Black colour. Priced at Rs. 286,858 ex-showroom in Pune, the third colour costs the same as existing options and leaves the 349cc single, 40.43bhp, 33.5Nm engine and WP suspension unchanged.
BikeWale · 8/1/2026
Royal Enfield July Sales Rise 34% to 118,232 Units
Royal Enfield sold 118,232 motorcycles in July 2026, up 34% year on year. Indian domestic sales rose 38% to 105,317 units and exports gained 10% to 12,915; Eicher Motors has approved a ₹12.25 billion first-phase investment for a new Andhra Pradesh plant.
BikeAdvice · 8/1/2026
Hero launches Vida VX2 Go FB with fixed 3.1kWh battery
Hero has launched the Vida VX2 Go FB electric scooter in India. It uses a fixed 3.1kWh battery and 6kW motor, claims 128km of range on a full charge, and is priced at Rs. 113,000. Hero says DC fast charging can take it from 0 to 80 percent in 65 minutes.
BikeWale · 7/31/2026
Vida Launches VX2 Go FB Fixed-Battery Scooter in India
Hero MotoCorp has launched the Vida VX2 Go FB electric scooter in India for Rs 113,000. Its fixed 3.1 kWh battery delivers an IDC-certified 128 km range, while a 6 kW motor gives it a 70 km/h top speed. It supports wall-socket and DC fast charging, with nationwide dealer arrivals due in early August.
BikeAdvice · 7/31/2026
KTM confirms RC 490 in new India-developed twin plan
KTM's CEO has confirmed that the company is developing the RC 490 and RC 790 as part of an expanded low- to mid-capacity supersport range. The RC 490 is expected to use a compact twin-cylinder platform co-developed with Bajaj in India, though KTM has not announced technical details or a launch date.
BikeWale · 7/31/2026
Ather to Reveal Budget EL01 Electric Scooter on August 29, Priced Around ₹100,000–125,000
India's Ather Energy has confirmed it will unveil the EL01, a budget electric scooter built on its new EL platform, at its Community Day event in Bengaluru on August 29. The expected price of ₹100,000–125,000 (ex-showroom) puts it in direct competition with the TVS iQube and Bajaj Chetak. It marks Ather's first all-new platform since the 450 series.
MotorBeam · 7/31/2026
TVS Raider Doctor Doom Edition Launches in India at Rs. 95,320
TVS has added a Marvel Doctor Doom version to the Raider Super Squad Edition in India at an ex-showroom Delhi price of Rs. 95,320. Its Spectral Green finish shifts from green to brown with the viewing angle. The existing three-valve engine, iGO Assist, and Reverse LCD Cluster with more than 85 connected functions carry over.
BikeWale · 7/30/2026
Royal Enfield’s 25 India-Only Shotgun 650 Rough Crafts Bikes Sell Out in Three Minutes
Royal Enfield’s Shotgun 650 collaboration with Rough Crafts sold out its 25-bike India allocation within three minutes of online orders opening. More than 9,000 people registered interest for the 100-unit global run, priced in India at Rs 5.75 lakh. Each bike combines black finishes with a gold-leaf stripe, brass badge, and individual number.
BikeAdvice · 7/30/2026
AXOR Introduces India-Made REVO Optical-Coated Visor
India's AXOR has introduced the locally made REVO optical-coated visor, developed with parent company Vega Auto. It is designed to control daytime glare, reduce eye fatigue and preserve optical clarity; the company has invested more than Rs. 2 crore in the technology and equipment and plans capacity of 2.4 million visors a year. Pricing, scratch resistance and UV protection have not been disclosed.
BikeWale · 7/30/2026
Revoo Launches Two Bangladesh EV Scooters With Up to 130 km of Range
Revoo has introduced the C35 and C35-Y electric scooters in Bangladesh. The C35 pairs a 1.8 kW motor with a claimed 120–130 km range and costs Tk164,900, while the 1.2 kW C35-Y is rated for 115–125 km at Tk139,900. Both use 72 V, 35 Ah graphene batteries, two riding modes and hydraulic suspension for urban commuting.
DeshiBiker · 7/30/2026
Ather Pothole+ Alerts Uses Fleet Data to Warn Riders of Rough Roads
Ather Energy has announced the rollout of Pothole+ Alerts for its electric scooters. Using road data generated by its connected fleet, the system warns of potholes, broken surfaces, uneven sections, and speed breakers before and during a ride, while also suggesting smoother routes. The OTA feature is intended for Gen 2 and newer models including the 450 Apex, 450X, and Rizta Z.
BikeAdvice · 7/30/2026
Royal Enfield Posts Record 332,940 Quarterly Sales, Approves Rs. 1,225 Crore Plant
Royal Enfield shipped a record 332,940 motorcycles in the first quarter of FY2026-27, up 27% year on year. Parent Eicher Motors approved Rs. 1,225 crore for phase one of a new plant in Tada, Andhra Pradesh, intended to add annual capacity for 450,000 motorcycles by FY2029-30.
GaadiWaadi · 7/30/2026
Hero’s Ather Stake Tops $1.34bn as Zero Holding Falls to 0.8%
RideApart compared Hero MotoCorp’s EV investments. Hero has put about $175.6 million into Ather Energy, and its roughly 30% stake is now valued above $1.34 billion after Ather’s listing. Its Zero Motorcycles holding has fallen from 6.9% to 0.8% and was valued at $1.9 million in FY26, although joint electric-motorcycle development continues.
RideApart · 7/29/2026
CFMOTO Dual 250 Arrives in Malaysia with 21/18-inch Wheels
CFMOTO has launched the Dual 250 dual-sport in Malaysia. Its 249cc liquid-cooled single makes 24 bhp and 22.5 Nm, paired with 21/18-inch spoked wheels and dual-channel ABS. The bike weighs 154 kg, has an 841 mm seat and a 12.9-liter tank; an India launch is considered unlikely for now.
BikeWale · 7/29/2026