The previous week was a mixed bag of all the ingredients required to make it interesting. While Yamaha introduced the BS6 version of its popular R15, Suzuki dropped the last BS4 model of its iconic Hayabusa. More such important stories made headlines last week and we take a look at the top five of them.
2020 Yamaha YFZ R15 V3 launched
Yamaha launched the 2020 iteration of its fully-faired motorcycle, the YZF R15 V3, in India. The motorcycle is now BS6 compliant and has received the related changes in its engine which has resulted in a considerable drop in its power output. The R15 now churns out 18.3bhp and 14.2Nm, as opposed to 19bhp and 14.7Nm from the BS4 model. Moreover, it has received refreshed graphics along with new features such as side stand engine cut off switch and dual horn as standard. Yamaha has priced the 2020 R15 at Rs 1.45 lakhs which is a premium of Rs 4,000 over the outgoing model.
Suzuki launched the 2020 edition of its much hallowed sportsbike, the Hayabusa, in India. Notably, this will be the last BS4 model of the motorcycle and will be available in limited numbers. Pegged at Rs 13.74 lakhs, the pricing of the new Hayabusa remains identical to the previous model. For 2020, it has received new colour schemes and tweaked brake calipers. The motorcycle is now available in Metallic Thunder Grey and Candy Daring Red paint schemes at all Suzuki Big Bike dealerships across India.
Husqvarna Svartpilen 200 revealed
After unveiling the Svartpilen 250 and Vitpilen 250 in India, Husqvarna has now taken the wraps off their smaller sibling, the Svartpilen 200. Based on the KTM 200 Duke, the motorcycle is underpinned by a steel trellis frame which holds a 200cc, single-cylinder motor capable of producing 24.6bhp and 19.2Nm. Braking and suspension hardware is also the same as the 200 Duke. In terms of design, the motorcycle retains the scrambler styling of the Svartpilen 250. Husqvarna is expected to launch the Svartpilen 200 in 2021 in India, whereas the 250cc twins will arrive at dealerships by February 2020.
Most affordable Harley-Davidson nearing production
Harley-Davidson, along with its China-based partner, Qianjiang, has finalised the design for its upcoming smallest displacement motorcycle. This is an indication that the motorcycle will be entering into the production phase soon which will be handled by Qianjiang. According to the design sketches which were released in June 2019, the motorcycle is majorly based on the Benelli 302S. It will be employing a similar 338cc parallel-twin motor while the trellis frame, swingarm, suspension and brakes also seem to be borrowed from the Benelli. Considering these advancements related to the most affordable Harley-Davidson, the motorcycle is likely to be introduced in China next year while it may arrive in India by 2021.
Discounts on BMW G310R, G310GS continue
Owing to the impressive October sales of 600 units of its 310cc twins in India, BMW Motorrad has decided to extend the massive discounts on these bikes it had rolled out a few months back. Under this offer, the BMW G310R and the G310GS both are available at their ex-showroom prices as the registration and insurance charges will be paid by the dealership. While the former is priced at Rs 2.99 lakhs, the latter costs Rs 3.49 lakhs. The G310R and G310GS are the most affordable bikes from BMW. They are powered by a 313cc, single-cylinder engine which produces 33bhp and 28Nm and comes mated to a six-speed gearbox.
