The last week had a few new launches and spy shots of highly anticipated offerings in store. Hyping up the excitement further was the speculation of one of Yamaha’s popular offering’s imminent showcase. In case you couldn’t keep a track of these updates, here’s a round-up.
2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX launch
The 2025 Kawasaki Ninja 1100SX was launched in India at Rs 13.49 lakh. The Japanese sports touring bike has received a bunch of updates for 2025. The most significant change is the increase in its engine displacement to 1099cc. It makes 136bhp at 9,000rpm and 113Nm at 7,600rpm. The engine is paired with a six-speed gearbox and an updated quick shifter that operates from 1,500 rpm onwards. This will enable one to use the quick shifter even at low city speeds.
Hero Xpulse 200 4V Pro Dakar edition launch
The new Hero Xpulse 200 4V Pro Dakar Edition was launched at Rs. 1.67 lakh and bookings are open from 18 December onwards. This limited edition motorcycle features a number of visual changes that distinguish it from the regular Hero Xpulse 200 4V. The body panels feature a Dakar-inspired livery, there’s a prominent sticker of the iconic Dakar logo on the fuel tank, and special Hero graphics on the side panels. Even the engine casing is finished in a swanky bronze shade.
New Bajaj Chetak launch
Bajaj Auto launched the Chetak 35 series in India. It sits on a new platform and is the most loaded Chetak model so far. It has been launched in three variants- 3501, 3502 and 3503. So far, Bajaj has only announced the price of the top-spec Chetak 3501 (Rs 1.27 lakh) and the mid-spec 3502 trim (Rs 1.20 lakh). The new frame accommodates the new 3.5kW battery in the floorboard area which is claimed to deliver a range of 153km. This battery powers a new 4kW permanent magnet motor that can propel the scooter to a top speed of 73kmph.
KTM 390 SMC R spied
The upcoming KTM 390 SMC R was spotted testing in India for the first time. The motorcycle made its global at EICMA 2024 in November. The spotting of the test mule confirms our exclusive report of KTM considering the 390 SMC R for launch in India. While the KTM 390 Adventure S and the 390 Enduro R will be launched in India in January 2025, we expect KTM to launch the 390 SMC R sometime in the first half of next year. KTM wants to gauge the market response before launching the bike in India.
Yamaha XSR 155 showcase
The Yamaha XSR 155 is likely to be showcased at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. The modern-retro motorcycle is one of the most talked about in the country and Yamaha is evaluating its launch in India. The XSR 155 makes a lot of sense for Yamaha India as it is based on the MT-15 platform which is already being made here. That should help keep costs and ultimately price in check while allowing Yamaha to enter the modern-retro motorcycle space in India.
(All prices are ex-showroom)
