The Sunny electric scooter could be based on the Yulu platform.

According to a media report, Bajaj could bring back the Sunny. But this time, instead of a 60cc engine, it will use an electric powertrain.

The latest spy images suggest that the Sunny Electric is already in its prototype stage. The test mule looks identical to the original, but look closer and you will notice a hub-mounted motor in the rear. The report states that it could be based on the Yulu platform.

The Sunny EV prototype has the same compact and simple bodywork with a round headlamp and a rectangular tail lamp unit. It is equipped with a trailing-arm front suspension, steel wheels and drum brakes. Note that the battery pack is located on the floorboard where the spare tyre used to sit.

Looking at the spy image, it seems the Sunny EV project is in an early stage of development. It has the potential to be an affordable and convenient city runabout. It would be interesting to see if Bajaj puts it into production.

Source: Autocar India

Bajaj has shared a picture of the Pulsar NS with the tagline, "The Original Legend Killer".

The Bajaj Pulsar has traditionally been the rival of the Karizma. It has had a free run ever since Hero discontinued the model. However, things are about to change.

Hero MotoCorp is gearing up to launch the Karizma XMR 210 on August 29. In fact, competition is already hotting up not just on the ground but also in the virtual space.

Taking a dig at the upcoming Karizma XMR, Bajaj has shared a picture of the Pulsar NS with the tagline, "The Original Legend Killer". Now, this comes in response to a teaser shared by Hero that shows the digital instrument console of the Karizma with the text, "Ride Your Legend".

The Karizma XMR is said to be based on a new platform powered by a 210cc liquid-cooled, DOHC engine paired with a 6-speed gearbox. While detailed specs have not been released, we can expect it to develop around 25 BHP.

In addition to Bajaj products, the factory will also produce KTM motorcycles.

Bajaj Auto has announced that it plans to set up its first overseas manufacturing facility in Brazil, through its wholly-owned subsidiary Bajaj Do Brazil.

Bajaj Auto's new manufacturing plant is expected to be installed at the Manaus Special Economic Zone in northern Brazil. It will have an annual production capacity of 2,40,000 units. Production is expected to commence in the next 12 months.

In addition to Bajaj products, the factory will also produce KTM motorcycles. Bajaj also has a tie-up with UK-based Triumph Motorcycles, which already has a manufacturing presence in Brazil.

Bajaj is the largest exporter of motorcycles and 3-wheelers in India. The company has a presence in over 90 countries. The distribution model adopted by Bajaj has served it well in these markets, but the company believes that Brazil is an exception due to its size, complexity and unpredictability.

Source: ET Auto

The new Bajaj-Triumph mid-capacity bike is expected to take on the BMW G 310 R, KTM Duke 390 and the Royal Enfield Hunter 350.

Triumph Motorcycles has released a teaser of an upcoming motorcycle, believed to be of the new mid-capacity bike developed in collaboration with Bajaj Auto. The new model will be launched on July 5, 2023.

The teaser showcases a silhouette of a retro-styled motorcycle. It has a teardrop-shaped fuel tank with a chrome fuel filler cap and a flat seat. The bike is also expected to get a circular LED headlamp with a single-pod instrument console, alloy wheels, an upside-down front fork and a rear monoshock.

Bajaj-Triumph is likely to offer two versions of its upcoming mid-capacity bike - a stylish roadster and a rugged scrambler. According to media reports, both bikes will be powered by a brand-new 400cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine.

The Bajaj-Triumph mid-capacity bikes will make their global debut in London on June 27, 2023, before being launched in India a week later.

Source: Rushlane

The Bajaj Avenger 220 Street is yet to be listed on the brand's official website.

In 2020, Bajaj Auto discontinued the Avenger 220 Street. As per the latest reports, it is now back with an updated engine. The bike is priced at Rs 1,42,029 (ex-showroom, Pune).

The Bajaj Avenger is one of the most affordable cruisers currently sold in India. It is available in two variants: Cruise and Street. The latter is also available with a 160cc engine.

The new Avenger 220 Street looks similar to the 160cc version. It has a circular headlamp with a short flyscreen, a single-pod digital instrument console and alloy wheels.

At its heart is a 220cc air / oil-cooled single-cylinder engine that develops 19 BHP and 17.55 Nm. It has now been upgraded to comply with the BS6 Phase 2 emission norms and can run on E20 fuel. The bike features conventional telescopic fork suspension at the front with rubber gaiters for added protection and dual shock absorbers at the rear.

The Bajaj Avenger 220 Street is yet to be listed on the brand's official website.

Source: Zigwheels

The new Bajaj-Triumph range could compete with the BMW G 310 R, KTM Duke 390 and the likes.

Bajaj Auto and UK-based Triumph Motorcycles have partnered to develop a new range of affordable bikes for the Indian market. The new model, which has already been spotted testing in India, will be unveiled on June 27, 2023.

In a recent interview, Rajiv Bajaj, CEO of Bajaj Auto, confirmed that the global unveiling would be held in London by the end of June. He also mentioned that the bike would go on sale around the second quarter of this fiscal.

Bajaj hinted that there is more than one model under development. The second model, which is expected to be a scrambler, could also be launched in the second quarter of this financial year.

Reports suggest that the Bajaj-Triumph bikes could be powered by a 300-400cc, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine and are likely to rival the BMW G 310 R, KTM Duke 390 and the likes.

Source: CNBC TV18

The 2023 Pulsar 125 comes with a fuel-injection system and will be OBD2 compliant.

The first images of the 2023 Bajaj Pulsar 125 have leaked online. The images reveal several updates that the bike is set to receive.

The Pulsar 125 finally moves to a fuel-injection system in 2023. Besides this, the bike also gets new alloy wheels. The old 6-spoke wheels have been replaced with a triple Y-spoke design.

The 2023 Pulsar 125 carries forward the same overall design with a headlamp cowl, fuel tank shrouds, a single-piece seat and a semi-digital instrument console. That being said, the bike is likely to get new colour options.

Powering the 2023 Pulsar 125 will be a revised 124.4cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine. In its earlier configuration, the engine developed 11.6 BHP @ 8,500 rpm and 10.8 Nm @ 6,500 rpm.

Meanwhile, the suspension setup is also likely to be carried over unchanged. It includes a telescopic fork in the front and dual shock absorbers at the rear. Braking will be handled by disc and drum brakes at the front and rear, respectively.

Source: Bike Point by Mintu&Rahul

All existing Triumph dealerships will remain exclusive to the brand.

Bajaj Auto is set to take over Triumph India's sales and marketing operations.

The British motorcycle brand currently operates 15 dealerships in India. These will be merged with Bajaj Auto's extensive retail network of over 6,000 dealers and sub-dealers. However, all existing Triumph dealerships will remain exclusive to the brand. It will also be the fifth separate dealer network under Bajaj, after KTM, Chetak Electric and the brand's 2-wheeler and 3-wheeler businesses.

It is said that this strategy of merging Triumph dealerships with Bajaj will help the company rapidly expand the exclusive Triumph stores in India in preparation for the upcoming products. Speaking of which, Triumph and Bajaj are co-developing a new mid-sized motorcycle. It is in its final development phase, with prototypes undergoing road trials.

Bajaj Auto plans to launch Triumph dealerships in over 120 cities in the next two years. 

KTM will make use of the existing 790cc architecture to develop the new 650 or 690cc twin-cylinder engine.

KTM CEO Stefan Pierer has announced that the company is working on a new 650-690cc platform. He also confirmed that the new parallel-twin engine will be manufactured in India at Bajaj Auto's Chakan plant.

KTM had initially planned to develop a 500cc twin-cylinder engine. However, that project was later scrapped in favour of a 650-690cc platform. It is said that the first bike to be based on the new architecture would be a naked offering. It could be launched in the Indian market by 2026. It is likely to be followed by fully-faired RC and Adventure models.

Pierer revealed that KTM would make use of the existing 790cc architecture to develop the new 650 or 690cc engine. KTM currently builds the 790cc range in China, which can easily be scaled down. Pierer also stated that the made-in-India 650-690cc models will be exported to Nepal, Sri Lanka, Indonesia and Australia.

Source: Motorcycle

The 2023 Pulsar NS160 has been priced at Rs 1.35 lakh, while the NS200 costs Rs 1.47 lakh (ex-showroom).

Bajaj Auto has announced the launch of the updated Pulsar NS160 and NS200. The bikes come with an upside-down fork and dual-channel ABS as standard.

The 2023 Pulsar NS160 has been priced at Rs 1.35 lakh, while the NS200 costs Rs 1.47 lakh (ex-showroom).

Besides the upgraded suspension and ABS, the Pulsar NS200 has become slightly lighter. The bike now weighs 158 kg as opposed to 159.5 kg. The overall weight of the NS160 has gone up by 1 kg to 159 kg, but it too features lighter wheels.

The Pulsar NS160 derives power from a 160.3cc, single-cylinder engine that makes 17 BHP and 14.6 Nm and is paired with a 5-speed gearbox. The NS200 is powered by a 199.5cc motor that develops 24 BHP and 18.7 Nm and comes with a 6-speed transmission.