A bunch of new two-wheeler launches is what makes a week special and CF Moto, a Chinese bikemaker, hosted a carnival of sorts by introducing not one but four motorcycles altogether. Besides that, Ducati and Suzuki also kept us busy by updating their India line-up. If that sounds interesting, read on to check out the five most interesting two-wheeler stories from the last week.
CF Moto has entered into the Indian market in association with the Bangalore-based AMW Motors. Out of the four motorcycles the brand has introduced in India, the most affordable offering is the 300NK naked streetbike. Staying true to its intentions of pricing its motorcycles competitively, CF Moto has pegged the 300NK at Rs 2.29 lakhs. Powering the bike is a 292cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled motor which produces 33.5bhp and 20.5Nm. Interestingly, it comes equipped with full-LED lighting along with a five-inch full-colour TFT instrument cluster with two layout options to choose from.
CF Moto 650NK, 650MT and 650GT launched
While CF Moto brought a single product in the 300cc space, the Chinese bikemaker dropped three motorcycles in the middleweight segment for India. The line-up consists of the 650NK naked streetbike, the 650MT touring motorcycle and the 650GT sports tourer. The company has priced the motorcycles at Rs 3.99 lakhs, Rs 4.99 lakhs and Rs 5.49 lakhs, respectively. Sporting different body styles depending on their purpose, all three bikes share a common 649cc, parallel-twin, liquid-cooled motor which comes mated to a six-speed gearbox. Online bookings for CF Moto bikes will commence on 5 August while deliveries are set to commence from the first week of October.
Suzuki Gixxer SF MotoGP edition launched
Suzuki Motorcycle India launched the MotoGP edition of its 155cc fully-faired motorcycle, the 2019 Gixxer SF. This edition adorns the Suzuki Racing Blue livery which is originally featured on the Japanese bikemaker’s MotoGP machine, the GSX-RR. While the new graphics make the motorcycle look bold, the MotoGP edition remains similar to the standard Gixxer SF mechanically. Powering the bike is a 155cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled motor which churns out 13.9bhp and 14Nm. Suzuki has priced the Gixxer SF MotoGP edition at Rs 1,10,605 which is a premium of around Rs 800 over the standard model.
Ducati Panigale V4 25th Anniversario 916 launched
Ducati launched the 25th Anniversario 916 edition of its flagship superbike, the Panigale V4. The motorcycle marks the 25th anniversary of the global debut of the brands iconic superbike, the 916. Revealed at round nine of the ongoing Superbike World Championship in California, the Anniversario edition pays homage to the rich WSBK heritage of the 916 model. While it adorns the SBK 916-inspired livery, the motorcycle is based on the Panigale V4 S and borrows a few components from the V4 R as well. The production of the motorcycle will be limited to 500 units and, in India, it will come with an eye-watery price tag of Rs 54.90 lakhs! The Panigale V4 25th Anniversario 916 edition will arrive at dealerships in October 2019.
Suzuki has announced the launch of a refreshed version of the Access 125, its highest selling scooter in the country. The new model has been equipped with new features while it also sports a new colour scheme in order to look fresh. Limited to the top-spec Special Edition series, the refreshed version gets a new Metallic Matte Bordeaux paint scheme. Moreover, a ‘Special Edition’ logo on the side fenders, black alloy wheels, beige leatherette seat and round shaped chrome mirrors are also on offer. Besides these additions, the scooter remains unchanged in all other aspects. The Suzuki Access 125 SE is priced at Rs 61,788.
(All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi)
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