To fit the product that I received on my Royal Enfield, I had to remove the side handle of the motorcycle.

BHPian aargee recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Apr 11 - Ordered a saddle stay for my Interceptor & got this delivered 19-Apr. After 3 hours & 28 minutes, learnt a hard lesson that the side handle of the Interceptor has to be removed to accommodate this product. In addition, the saddle stay & the rear footrest for the pillion (AdvTribe) cannot gel together.

Here are the pictures at the Suspension end

Pictures at the Footrest end. The AdvTribe footrest had to be nearly above the exhaust to get this fixed which otherwise has over healthy space between the footrest & exhaust.

And you guessed it right, I've searched all possible videos, all of them unanimously show 2 things

• Either a saddle stay model different than the one I bought, if it fits Interceptor with side handle
• OR, the same model of saddle stay, but the Interceptor is without a side handle

If anyone has tried this model on your Interceptor without having to remove the side handle at least, requesting to share the solution, please. Thank you.

Update

• They only work seven hours a day, which just so happens to overlap with my own working hours. And don't even get me started on their phone number
• You call the number, 8/12 times the phone disconnects right when you call or when #2 for support is pressed. Ok, let's try WhatsApp
• And then there's the ridiculous amount of hoops I have to jump through just to prove that I'm a genuine customer. Pictures/invoices? Proof that I'm desperately seeking help? Even that's OK, but not the follow-ups!!
• And let's not forget the video from Zana that completely missed the mark on the side handle. I pointed out the issue, but did they respond? Of course not
• Again had to call them almost at their closing time, explained to them the issue I'm facing & now they want me to shoot a video because their technical team cannot understand. This was the last straw of holding my frustration & told them why they cannot understand what I'm saying or even what was shared on WhatsApp. The recorder, sorry the Zana folks, kept playing the same mantra - They needed video
• I was very positive they were absolutely not helping but dillydallying & was completely frustrated. That is when I started writing this post. But then, later reconsidered, thinking this a small world and didn't want to broadcast my negative experience. So, opted to send the video that they had requested instead.
• Again no response. Had to follow-up, but now it seems the video I shared is not complete or not to their standards & it seems instead, they want me to make another video with my voice in it
• Despite the frustration, tried to hold it & suggested connecting over a WhatsApp video call to demonstrate the issue to their technical team. But, NO!! They're adamant, no response from them regarding this alternative option
• Instead they want me to visit a Helmet center (perhaps a Zana dealer) in Chennai which is ~25 Km away, one way. So when I ask the reason why I should be visiting there, no response. Reason to have asked them is to convince them that even if I'm not qualified to their standard, I'm skilled enough to fix this & have more than sufficient tools to fix this.
• Again followed-up, as usual, no response. That was the last straw!!

I would consider an unnecessary doo-dad for Rs 2599 where frustration was a free gift from Zana & move on!

Here's the raw unedited conversation with Zana

After this there were some more conversations, all of them related to making the video & recording my voice in it. And they shared one more video in which the stay & side handles were fitting along together. And guess what? That model is different from the one they shipped to me.

Here's what BHPian Axe77 had to say about the matter:

Sorry to hear about the crummy experience with Zana.

This compatibility of accessories is a real issue at times. I recall I was trying to install a Givi adaptor on the rear rack of the Multistrada to mount a Givi top box. At the time, I had SW Motech side pannier mounts which house my SWM soft side bags. The two just weren’t compatible because an underside rod the Givi adaptor plate required fouled with the points where the side panniers were bolted.

Your fitment predicament reminded me of this exact issue I faced. I eventually went ahead with an SWM top box as well so that the two set ups never conflict with each other on the present or any future bike.

At the very least, from what you have narrated, Zana really could and should have handled the customer interface much better. Thanks for sharing the issue as well as the experience here for other prospective users.

Here's what BHPian Rennjit had to say about the matter:

Zana stuff generally is poorly made. Metal is thick but the bends, joints were uneven on the racks I bought for Himalayan & later for Xpulse. First one even had the coating flaking off in chunks within a few months. Second one for Xpulse would never fit the mounting holes & could never align left-right sides evenly. I had to spend close to a day enlarging the holes with files/ rotary burrs to fit it someway.

Point is that most aftermarket stuff is not consistent in dimensions or finish. More often than not, getting them fit involves good luck as well. One needs to have loads of patience to finish.

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The engine is extremely refined. While idling, the SUV is so quiet that you can barely tell whether it is fired up or not.

BHPian ravishankr89 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hi fellow petrolheads.

I got my Thar P MT HT Grey 10 days ago. It's my only car and I plan to keep it like that. Will try my best to give you guys an honest review as there is very little info on the manual petrol version of the Thar online. I have done only 1000 kms so far and just got my complimentary service done today.

I got some OEM accessories fitted:

• Big Deflector - Rs.1760
• Rear Camera kit - Rs.4100
• Front Parking sensors - Rs.3250
• SS scuff plate - Rs.630
• Front & Rear Mud flaps - Rs.865
• Underbody anti-rust black - Rs.4425

I drove straight to an after-market accessories shop in Goa. Got the below accessories fitted:

• Nappa tan seat covers - Rs.13500
• Front & Rear Armrests from Bimbra - Rs.19000
• Half roof carrier from Bimbra - Rs.14500
• Leg Padding from Bimbra - Rs.3400
• 4D floor mats - Rs.6800
• Door Rain Visor - Rs.1600

A day after I got the fittings done, I drove Goa to Bombay. It was a 600km (approx) drive. I was doing about 80-100 kmph on the speedo. It took me about 9.5hrs with two stops.

Initial impressions

Looks & exteriors

This is Thar's strong point. It's a head-turner. Everybody looks in admiration. Most vehicles on the road just let you go looking at the sheer size of the vehicle. I am going for a more rugged kind of look for my Thar and have many mods planned in the near future. The grille is a bit of a let down so plan to change it soon. I love the look with the roof carrier on it. Adds to its raw nature.

I got the MRF Wanderer tyres on my vehicle which look much better than the Ceat ones in my opinion. The ugly blue soap coating on the white writing is hard to remove and takes a bit of work. It took me about 4-5hrs to get it off. Once it comes off, the white writing looks very sporty. Personally, I wish the blue covering would come off easily. Mine is a 2022 August model so my bumpers are fully black unlike the older one with the grey garnish.

Engine & manual gearbox

The petrol engine is deadly. The power is superb. The car reacts the way you expect it to. It moves when you want it to thanks to the turbo. 150 bhp with 300 Nm of torque makes this car quite agile and powerful. It never lets you down. Gear shifting is easy though a bit on the harder side. The clutch is super soft and feels like a clutch of a hatchback. On idling the engine is so so quiet, you can barely tell if the car is on. The engine is that refined. In the cabin, the engine noise is negligible.

On the FE aspect, I tested it on the 600kms drive from Goa to Bombay. On the highway, the AFE showed 10.2. I used cruise control on 90kmph a lot and was mostly between 80-100kmph. The first 250 off kms were a lot of ghats and bad roads so my mileage then was around 9.7 and then on the highway it rose to 10.2. Currently, I am driving it in Bombay traffic and it's dropped to 9.5. I will be the happiest if my mileage in the city touches 10. Since my usage is limited, I didn't go for the diesel. My car will be parked more than used so petrol made sense and FE won't matter that much in the long run.

I love the power on the petrol manual Thar and I have always preferred a manual gearbox as it feels more in control for me. It's a lot more fun to drive a manual and somehow the manual feels right for an SUV like Thar which is a proper driver's car. It's all heart and that should be enjoyed through a manual gearbox.

Interiors & features

All-black interiors are my favorite. Especially on a car like the Thar. The plastic quality isn't bad. The overall cabin does look modern yet simplistic. I decided to get Tan and black seat covers to make it look sportier.
Noticed a few things that I haven't read about during my Thar research which I thought deserved a mention.

• When I engage the reverse gear, the volume of the media player reduces so you can focus better. I love this touch.
• Front parking sensors always show the distance to the obstruction but the beeping audio can be turned on/off when required. Love this too.
• My 2022 model has the dummy keys below the infotainment all used up, unlike the older version. The hill descent control, traction control used to be on the right side of the steering before. It's now been moved to the left side on the dummy switches which is a better place. Surprisingly, I have not seen this on any other new 2022 Thars at the showroom during the delivery. Happy nevertheless.
• I've got a new feature on my vehicle which is an auto start/stop button. So the car goes off when it comes to a standstill and I release the clutch. As soon as I press the clutch again it automatically comes on again. I'm not sure how much fuel this will save but it's a nice feature to have in a manual car. The infotainment system doesn't go off when the engine goes off and on. I really like that. The AC does go off for a split second. Don't mind that.
• TPMS unit of measurement is shown in kpa unit by default but it can be changed to psi in the settings.
• The new 2022 model loses out on two things. I am unhappy about losing the lumbar support knobs. I feel like it would have helped a lot during long drives considering the car lacks thigh support. The seats are not deep enough for a tall guy like me (I'm 6.2). It also loses the 2nd USB port in the front. It didn't bother me much because of my armrest which I had put later and had 4 more so it's fine for me.
• The steering has to be turned more than other vehicles you will be used to and the turning radius will take some getting used to. The seating position is so high and commanding that the car feels much bigger than it actually is. While this is great, it took me some time to understand the size and the place it needs to squeeze in.
• Rearview through the mirror. You can only see the roof of most cars as the Thar is much higher and the mounted spare wheel covers a lot. I mostly use the side mirrors while driving.
• I noticed fogging on the outside of all windows. I have applied an anti-fog spray on the inside windows. The windshield did fog up quite a bit when it was raining. Need to crack how to use it in a way where the temp balance is good and the fogging can reduce during the monsoon.
• Headspace and Leg space seem ample for me and someone sitting behind me as well. The leg padding from Bimbra on the side of the center console is a must in my opinion. Mahindra should have padded this as the footwell is a bit cramped so drivers will definitely rest their calf/knees on the side of the center console.
• Noise levels and tire sounds creeping into the cabin are pretty low. Doesn't bother me at all. The hard top is fine. No leakages. Just a small tik-tik sound of something being loose was there on the front left side but that got fixed at the 1st service.
• The petrol tank lid is manual and needs a key. I find this part annoying. Maybe I'll get used to it. Time will tell.

Infotainment

The infotainment system has a lot of features. People complain about the car not having many features but I have moved from a Swift to the Thar so I feel the feature list is long and more than sufficient for me. Like they say, what you don't know about cannot hurt you. True for me.

What I dislike is the fact that the infotainment always starts on the radio mode and sometimes the volume is at zero too. It's a bit irritating and the volume level is inconsistent. Wish I could decide the mode in which it should start. The other issue is that the Bluetooth doesn't always connect. Sometimes it doesn't connect until the key is removed and put back in. I noticed that it's happening a lot lesser than it did initially. I also would have liked to rearrange the icons on the home menu to my preference. Navigation should have been on the first page itself but you have to scroll to get it.

Handling

This is where I feel Mahindra could have done better. Body roll is noticeable. Keeping in mind that it is an off-roader, I feel the on-road manners could have been better and not so bouncy. Turning at higher speeds doesn't give me confidence from a stability point of view. Speed-wise, I felt quite comfortable till 110kmph. Honestly, I haven't pushed it beyond 110 yet or done any heavy braking as such to judge better. Normal highway braking, I didn't find anything off. Wish the suspension was better tuned to give the driver that confidence on the highway because the reality is that even to get to the off-roading places, one has to do quite a bit of highway driving usually.

Mods planned & advice needed

• I plan on adding some Nappa tan accenting on the two doors so I can rest my hand on the doors comfortably and the armrests too so they're softer to feel.
• Front grille - A seven-slot matte black grille from Bimbra (model U with side flaps to cover the gap). Is FRP better or ABS? I tried to find out online but didn't get a clear answer. Bimbra has an FRP one that they claim is better than ABS because ABS will break soon.
• The AC vents to the AMG-style vents. They just look and feel much better. Not a fan of the lights in it. I believe it can be switched off.
• Bonnet shocker. The bonnet is super heavy and the shocker might make it easier and safer to operate.
• Grab handles from Bimbra. It will definitely make ingress and egress easier. Not sure if I should do it for the driver's side too. What do you guys think? This involves drilling into the A-pillar so I'm a bit skeptical.
• I generally hate chrome. I plan on changing all the chrome badges to matte black.
• Radiator and Fuel tank protector. Is steel ok to put or does it have to be aluminium? I was leaning towards steel as it is considerably cheaper.
• How important is the Stepney lock? Should it be put on priority as I'm hearing about the spare wheels being stolen or can it wait? I lived in a gated community but the security is not the strongest at night but never heard of any robberies yet.

Overall, so far I am enjoying this beast of a machine and look forward to creating many wonderful memories with it. If you guys have any advice for me with regard to the Thar maintenance, please do let me know.

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The gear lever on my Swift got worn out after just 85,000 km, while my 2008 Safari & 2009 Santro still have the original.

BHPian darklord recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

After about 12 years and 85K kilometres of use, the Swift VXI of my sister ended up with a torn gear lever boot and a broken gear knob. I know 12 years is a lot, but our other cars, an '08 Safari 2.2 with twice the mileage and a '09 Santro with about the same mileage still run on the original boot and knob.

The knob:

The boot:

Since I had the car for a few days with me, I decided to do a minor DIY, even though I am not much good with that.

The boot was ordered from Boodmo.com:

I thought of going with an aftermarket fitment for the knob and ordered this from Amazon:

The Amazon link.

Even though it says Sparco, I don't think it is an original product. The packaging is poor, just says Sparco with no other details, not even manufacturer details:

The finish is uneven in places:

It comes with rubber inserts of three sizes and screws and a hex key:

Since the knob and the boot were broken, they had removed themselves, leaving only the insert of the knob behind:

This insert itself was split vertically till the bottom lip, so it came off with light pressure with a flat head screwdriver. I guess the bottom lip could have been removed as well, but it was snugly fit, not broken, and I thought it would work well as a bump from the top of the boot slipping down:

The largest of the rubber insert was the one that fit the lever, albeit very tight:

Inserting the boot was as easy as aligning the clips on the ring to the slots on the console and pushing in:

As I had hoped, the remnant lip holds the top of the boot in place, preventing it from slipping down and exposing the lever.

The knob was inserted, the screws were fixed with the hex key and all done:

The only disadvantage as of now, as I see it, is the lever height has increased overall by a few centimetres, but my sister finds it a convenience.

Overall cost, about a thousand rupees.

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To be honest, the M340i with the M Performance exhaust now burbles in all modes, especially in the lower rev range.

BHPian karan561 recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Had ordered the ///M Performance Exhaust (Part No: 18302464492) for my BMW M340i & recently got it fitted at Navnit Motors Andheri workshop. Check the above video for the installation & the exhaust sound.

Some pictures.

The quality was good, but nothing space age.

 ///M Plaque on the side.

The OE exhaust needs to be cut.

So the M Performance can slide over its piping and then clamped.

The End Can has the ///M Performance Logo embossed.

Here's how the underbody looks after the installation.

A closeup of the flap which modulates the exhaust sounds via the modes (ECO, Comfort, Sport, Sport+).

Ready within 90 minutes.

There's an immediate increase in the Pops/Bangs & Burbles which is good as it sounds all-natural & powerful and not fake stuff which is coded in or achieved via software trickery. This is why I really liked this upgrade as it was a BOLT-ON fitment without any engine/check lights to remove and required no Software/OBD connection & No Coding.

It's a known fact in the M340i Owners Group India that the 1st lot of the M340is was the loudest hence after this MPE upgrade the car is only about 20-25% louder than stock in Sport Plus Mode. Eco Pro Mode was still the quietest however this mode is now marginally louder and burbly than stock.

To be honest the M340i with the M Performance Exhaust now burbles in all modes, especially in the lower rev range. Upshifts Farts have gotten louder where as During downshifts even in comfort mode you get some drama which gets amplified further in sport/+ mode.

Another point to report is that the cold start is significantly louder now. Overall the perfect upgrade which keeps my warranty intact.

Here's what GTO had to say about the matter:

Man, that sounds insane! A wicked car became even more evil and the on-your-face says it all. One of the best parts about driving a fast petrol (vs diesel or EV) is the exhaust note. After my City & Civic free-flow exhausts, I'd told myself that I would never drive a petrol car without an after-market exhaust. But you've taken it to the next level. What a car and what an exhaust note!

This is the best. On long road trips with family, you can tone it down.

How much was the total? And what are you doing with the old exhaust? Am guessing absolutely no effect on warranty since everything is official?

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After going through many international forums, I decided to go ahead with this system which I got imported from Hongkong.

BHPian highwaypatrol recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hi Guys,

I have installed a switch pod system on my Thar which can control 6 different accessories from the single switch unit.

Ever since I got installed my new Hella Black Magic 6.2 inch LED Mini bar, the hunt for a proper switch system was on. After going through many international Jeep forums, I have concluded that the best way to get it done at an affordable budget is to install this universal 6 gang off or on switch system.

The other branded switch pods from the US (Mainly for Wrangler users) cost a mountain when we import them here including customs and shipping, and hence, I decided to move ahead with this system which I got imported from Hongkong. Following are a few highlights of this system.

• Control 6 accessories comfortably from your cabin.
• No wires dangling from here and there. You will get a neat look.
• I never wanted to put a hole anywhere on my dash. This system helps a lot in this regard.
• Whenever I need to add more accessories, I don't need to open up my dash. A switch is already present, all you need to do is connect the positive of the accessory to the switch pod terminal in the engine bay.
• On the switch panel, green color for off, and a yellow color when the respective switch is on.
• You get many options on the switch using the changeable stickers provided along with the whole unit.

All the installation was done as DIY including hella lights. Hope this post was useful for those looking at a centralised switch system for all the planned accessories on this beautiful machine.

Some pics for your viewing pleasure!

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Everyone suggested the underbody coating was not required but when the car was put on ramp we found patchy work done by Tata. Hence, I decided to get another layer added to additional protection.

BHPian ramjiramu recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hello All,

In continuation to my post earlier here.

I got a chance to drive my Safari Dark for a small trip (~150km) and the SUV continues to impress me every bit.

The ride was butter smooth, turned lot of heads, created its own path everywhere. The real fun was driving at normal speeds and enjoying all the attention it was garnering.

I decided for few updates as discussed earlier in my threads.

Some updates and reasons behind them are listed here.

NOTE: I am in no way associated with any of the brands or workshops listed here and sharing purely for forum knowledge purpose:

1. Dashcam: 70Mai 300

I wanted something simple and least intrusive in the cabin. Earlier, I had used Mi Dashcam in the my Honda but had issues connecting on my iPhone. Hence, decided for 70Mai which had decent specs to fulfill my needs.
There are not many options online and offline and checking our Team-BHP forum found this to be best option.

Dashcam:

2. Foot mats: Galio GFX mats

I found that 7D mats had their own charm but somehow they had some weird chemical smell and hence it put me off. I checked GFX mats in person at local store and found them to be non-smelly and easy to use & maintain. They are indeed turning out to be best decision.

3. Partial Ceramic & PPF: 3D Ceramic & Garware TPU PPF (from local workshop - Moto Moto Works, Pune)

Ceramic and PPF was my most researched topic.

Based on my previous cars experience, I decided to go for full front PPF (Bonnet, Fenders, front bumper) apart from this I got standard 14points (4 door cups, 4 door sills, 2 rear view mirrors, 4 bumper corners) PPF done.

• The PPF provider obliged to my last minute request to add PPF to some of the glossy plastic parts at no additional cost.

• For rest of the body, 3D brand Ceramic was used.

• For glass areas, 3D brand co-polymers was used.

3D Brand ceramic product used:

3D Nitro for Glass:

3D Co-polymer application process:

Video 1

Video 2

PPF Application on bonnet:

PPF on gear console:

PPF on glossy plastic panels on pillars:

PPF on door edges: I didn't like these personally and will get them removed after sometime.

PPF on folding mirrors:

Ceramic on rest of the body:

Getting ready for overnight curing in clean workshop:

Final Results:

Blue sparkle in black color: This makes it look navy blue in bright sunlight.

4. Underbody coat:

Everyone suggested as not required but when the car was put on ramp we found patchy work in underbody coat by Tata. Hence, I decided to get another layer added to additional protection.

Underbody coat:

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The Scorpio's taillights have arrived at Karol Bagh, even though the launch of the new SUV is still some time away.

The next big new car launch from Mahindra will be the new-gen Scorpio. We still don't have the exact launch date and apart from a few spy shots and a low-res leaked image, no one knows what the final production car might look like.

However, the SUV's taillights have already hit the market, even though the launch of the new Scorpio is still some time away. This image, taken at Delhi's famous Karol Bagh, shows what seems to be the production-spec tail lamp of the Scorpio.

If you look closely, the shape of the tail lamp cluster is similar to those seen on the test mules. The horizontal chrome insert can also be seen in some of the images.

The new Scorpio is expected to be based on a ladder-frame chassis. It could be offered with a 2.0-litre diesel engine producing 158 BHP, paired with either a 6-speed manual or an automatic transmission. An all-wheel-drive system could be offered on select variants.

Thanks to Harsh Sharma for sending this image in. Heartfelt gratitude for sharing it with other enthusiasts via this Team-BHP share page!

The choice of wheels I went for is Fuel off-road in 17-inches, negative offset.

BHPian Stacko recently shared this with other enthusiasts.

Hello Friends.

Its been a long time since I posted anything in here, even though have been following all the related issues to our beloved ride.

I have been eyeing getting new pair of shoes for my ride, but it wasn't working out as expected. The desired choice was obviously BF Goodrich Ko2's, but their non-availability made it harder to settle down for something else.

So in pursuit of my happiness, I went shop hunting, door to door, some tyre dealers in Manimajra Auto Market in Chandigarh, Bansal Tyres, some few more but all in vain. Everyone seemed to be aware of their existence, but to lay my hands on the actual rubber seemed a distant dream.

So I further ventured to Ludhiana, Velocity Tyres, they showed me everything under the roof, except what I exactly wanted. They would sell to out anything they have, quoting "Bhai, Gutti to same hi hai...but we TeamBHPians, know, it's not just the Gutti (tread pattern), we are after. Adjacent to Velocity tyres, there was another mammoth store of tyres and wheels, Monga Tyres. After checking out all the Radars, Arrivo, Yokohama, Pirelli Scorpion, I decided to leave, but finally, the owner of the store himself mentioned, that they have 4 used Ko2s (300kms done) lying around, but they can try getting the fifth one.

For the first time, I actually had a look and feel of Ko2s, it was like finding the holy grail. I was so glad, I didn't settle for any other Gutti. However, even after spending an hour there, and enormous follow up calls, they failed to source the fifth tyre, and I was back to square one.

Eventually, I contacted Mr Karan, in Delhi, found his contact here in Team-BHP, posted by one of the respected members, and I am glad to say he was more than positive to get me what I desired. Finally on 4th March, drove all the way from Shimla to Delhi, accompanied by Mr Leo, (my Rottie pup) met Mr Karan at around 4 pm at his store, CR Park, New Delhi.

The choice of wheels I went for is Fuel off-road in 17-inches, negative offset. 8J would have been preferred, but I had to settle with 9J, as 8j's were not available, tyre size is 265/65/R17.

Attaching pics, let the pics do the remaining talking.

Ciao, & thanks for sharing valuable contacts here. It wouldn't have been possible without this platform.

Attaching some pictures, let the shots do the talking.

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The installation, though, is quite easy and can be a DIY. I did not want to take the risk and therefore install it through the service center as there is cutting required (inner side) of the roof rails to install the mounting brackets.

Thanks to Anand Asawa for sending this information in. Heartfelt gratitude for sharing it with other enthusiasts via this Team-BHP share page!

Dear Team-BHP,

I have been following the Mahindra XUV700 reviews on Team-BHP very closely. It’s now my routine to refresh the page and read all the contents written by the members on the Mahindra XUV700.

I own an XUV700 AX7L P Automatic. I had booked it on October 8, 2020 (was unable to book it on October 7, 2021 due to a website crash), but got the price protection confirmation and got delivery of the vehicle in November 2021. I sold my Maruti Dzire Petrol Manual (2011) in November 2021 through Spinny.

There were many discussions on fixing the roof cross bar on the Mahindra XUV700 on Team-BHP. I was also looking for the same on the internet, but had no success. The M2all website of Mahindra says, “This Product might interfere in the functioning of the sky roof for AX5 and AX7 vehicle variants. Therefore, we do not recommend for AX5 and AX7 variants.”

I tried to place the order through M2all, but cancelled it before making the online payment. I received a call from M2all customer services within an hour. While discussing with them, they told me that it can be installed on AX7 and there would not be any issue.

This give me some confidence and I took the plunge. I purchased the roof cross bar from NBS Mahindra - Andheri, Mumbai, and installed it through their service center in Goregaon, Mumbai. The cost of the roof cross bar was Rs. 4,600 and installation charges were Rs. 531 (including taxes).

The installation, though, is quite easy and can be a DIY. I did not want to take the risk and therefore install it through the service center as there is cutting required (inner side) of the roof rails to install the mounting brackets. For NBS Mahindra too, it was the first such installation.

There are three options to install the cross bar on the roof rails - front, middle and at the end, near the shark fin antenna. I assume that the front might be fixed and the rear mounting brackets may be shifted to middle/end. The silver liner on the roof rails is removable.

• Step 1: Remove the silver liner on the roof rails with the help of a screw driver
• Step 2: Cut the inner side of the roof rails to mount the brackets
• Step 3: Install the mounting brackets as per the requirement (front – middle – end)
• Step 4: Install the silver liner on the roof rail
• Step 5: Install the roof cross bar on the brackets (as per front and rear markings)

Also, there are no issues in the opening and closing of the sky roof. There is a sufficient gap between the glass and the crossbar.

The quality of the roof cross bar is good and it enhances the look of the vehicle (in my view). It has a rated carrying capacity up to 70 kg. It's lightweight and while driving, no noise or vibrations are felt.

Hope this helps.

Installation instructions for roof cross bar assembly:

Some images -

Inside of roof rail:

Installation of brackets after cutting of roof rail:

Mounting brackets after installation of silver liner:

View from the front after installation of roof cross bar:

View from the side:

The gap between cross bar and skyroof:

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All carbon-fibre parts from the partnership will show off their connection with Koenigsegg.

Unplugged Performance - the California-based Tesla Tuner has partnered with Koenigsegg Advanced Manufacturing to produce aftermarket carbon-fibre aero parts for various Tesla models.

Dubbed UP x KAM, the partnership will see Swedish supercar manufacturer Koenigsegg use their carbon-fibre expertise to produce parts designed by Unplugged Performance for different Tesla models.

The partnership will initially start offering carbon-fibre spoilers for the Tesla Model 3, Model S, Model X and Model Y. Further to this, the Tesla Model 3 will be offered with wider front fenders as well as a 'high downforce' spoiler. UP x KAM has also promised that more aftermarket parts for each of the models will come soon. Also, all carbon-fibre parts from the partnership will show off their connection with Koenigsegg.

The aero parts, however, aren't cheap. The spoilers for the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y are said to be priced at US$ 1,745, while the long-tail spoilers for the Model X & Model S will retail just under US$ 2,500. The wide front fenders for the Tesla Model 3 will cost the customer close to US$ 8,895.

While the parts are said to help improve downforce, there is no word on how these will impact the vehicles' range.

Source: RoadAndTrack