Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) plans to debut in the 250cc space in the next six months. Sources said the bike will hit the market before Diwali and will be priced at around Rs 1.5 lakh.
“R&D work on the bike is complete and trial production will begin in the next three months. HMSI is banking heavily on this bike as it will its first offering in in this segment, which is heating up,” said the source. TVS is also planning to launch a product in this segment, its first too.
However, before the 250cc bike hits the market, HMSI will introduce upgrades of its 125cc Shine and also launch the upgraded Unicorn (150cc) — the third upgrade since its launch 5 years back.
Another bike that could get volumes and marketshare for HMSI is the 110cc CB Twister, which is its first launch in the highly competitive mass segment. The space is so far dominated by Hero Honda’s offerings and Bajaj’s Discover.
“With Twister we are attempting to revive the mass-market segment and hope to sell around 2.2 lakh units by FY11. The product will also help us increase our market share from 13% to around 15% by the next financial year,” said Naresh Rattan, VP (marketing and sales), HMSI.
Since the pricing of Twister (Rs 44,870- Rs 51,150 ex showroom Mumbai) is premium in the 110cc market, the company is confident of selling good numbers. However, a HMSI dealer, who did not wish to be named, said, “the price of Twister is very close to that of Shine and it might eat into the latter’s market.”
Unconcerned about any cannibalisation, the HMSI official said a price gap will be created as upgrades of Shine and Stunner are launched. Shine currently sells around 25,000 units a month, while the Stunner sells 10,000 units.
Meanwhile, HMSI’s 15-lakh-unit Manesar plant is running at near-full capacity. Rattan said the possibility of setting up a new plant is being considered and a decision will be taken this year.
Despite labour issues in the Manesar belt, HMSI expects to close the year with sales of 1.25 million two-wheelers. It aims to sell 1.5 million units in the next fiscal.
Rattan said HMSI is optimistic of increasing exports as well. “We will close the year with 83,000 units —next year it will be over a lakh units”.
Dna India
Thursday, October 7, 2010
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Honda VTR 250
Say Hi to the 2011 Honda VTR250 - a naked, learner friendly machine ideal for restricted licence holders.
The 250cc four-stroke V-twin's destined, at the moment.The Honda Machine With liquid-cooled just 161kg and has a seat height of 775mm, which should make it ideal for newcomers wanting a light bike that's not too tall.
And that's good news, because at 29.9bhp the Honda conveniently falls into the sub-33bhp category, making it legal for restricted licence holders.
We first looked at the little VTR in 2009. Honda didn't import it then and they don't look as though they're going to bother in 2011.
We're waiting for Honda (India) to get back to us over whether they have plans to bring the bike into the country.
2011 Honda VTR250 specs:
Type V-twin 90° liquid-cooled 4-stroke
Layout DOHC
Displacement 250cc
Power 29.9 hp at 10,500 rpm
Torque 22 Nm at 8,500 rpm
PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Tubular steel chassis
41mm telescopic fork
Rear Monoshock with adjustable preload/damping
Front tyre 110/70-17
Rear 140/70-17
Seat height 775 mm
Wheelbase 1405 mm
Front two-piston caliper 220mm Disc
Fuel capacity 12.4 litres
Dry weight 161 kg
Colours white, red, black
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Fuel Injection OverView
A fuel injection system is designed and calibrated specifically for the type(s) of fuel it will handle. Most fuel injection systems are for gasoline or diesel applications. A variety of injection systems have existed since the earliest usage of the internal combustion engine.
The primary difference between carburetors and fuel injection is that fuel injection atomizes the fuel by forcibly pumping it through a small nozzle under high pressure, while a carburetor relies on low pressure created by intake air rushing through it to add the fuel to the airstream.
The fuel injector is only a nozzle and a valve: the power to inject the fuel comes from a pump or a pressure container farther back in the fuel supply.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
HERO HONDA REGISTERS HIGHEST-EVER QUARTERLY SALES OF 1.2 MN
HERO HONDA REGISTERS HIGHEST-EVER QUARTERLY SALES OF 1.2 MN
REPORTS 5TH CONSECUTIVE QUARTER OF MILLION-PLUS UNIT SALES
•TURNOVER (NET SALES & OTHER OPERATING INCOME) GROWS BY 12%
Highlights of Q1, FY’10-11
•Total cumulative sales for Q1 FY10-11 stands at 12,34,039 units, growth of 10 per cent
•Total turnover (Net Sales & Other Operating income) Rs 4296.61crores •Net profit after tax at Rs. 491.69 crores
•EBIDTA margin for the quarter 14 per cent
•Fifth consecutive quarter of million-plus unit sales
New Delhi, July 29, 2010: Riding on its highest-ever quarterly sales of 1.2 million, Hero Honda Motors Ltd (HHML), the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, today announced its first quarter (April-June) results for the Financial Year (FY) 2010-11, with continued market leadership and steady growth.
The Q1’11 also marked the fifth consecutive quarter registering sales of over one million two-wheeler units.
Fuelled by its all-time high monthly sales of 4.35 lakh unist (in May) and yet another four-lakh plus sales in June, Hero Honda registered a total turnover (Net Sales & Other Operating income) of Rs 4296.61crores. The company’s turnover was Rs 3829.16 crores in the corresponding period last fiscal.
The company reported profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 491.69 crores and EBIDTA margin of 14%, in the face of a steep rise in commodity prices in the first half of the quarter and additional expenditure incurred on account of conversion to new emission norms. The company’s PAT for the corresponding period last fiscal (April – June’ 09-10) was Rs 500.11 crores
Dr. Brijmohan Lall, Chairman, Hero Honda Motors Ltd, said “The value systems ingrained in the very foundations of Hero Honda’s culture combined with our strong partnerships, dealer network, joint venture partners as well as customers’ confidence have continued to drive our success in the market. We are committed to adhering to the highest standards, and will continue to strive towards achieving new landmarks and milestones.”
Mr. Pawan Munjal, MD & CEO, Hero Honda Motors Ltd said, “It has been a record quarter of highest-ever numbers, and we could have done even better but for the short supply of some components. On the other hand, it was a challenging quarter for the bottom line due to the rise in commodity prices. Switching over to the new emission norms also added to the expenditure, even as we witnessed substantial increase in input costs in the first half of the quarter.
“Going forward, we are striving to meet continuously rising demand of our products in the market. Accordingly, we are scaling up production in our existing plants to meet the expected market demand.”
Q1 of FY ‘11 witnessed growth from all segments of Hero Honda models. The refreshed models of Glamour and Glamour FI - introduced in April’10 are doing very well in the deluxe segment. Sales of Pleasure have also recorded a growth of over 50 per cent and have crossed the threshold of 25,000 unit sales per month.
Hero Honda, as the Presenting Partner of the Queens Baton Relay, and a Partner of the XIX Commonwealth Games Delhi 2010, has initiated a slew of programmes to generate the spirit of sports and connect with customers across the country.
In yet another validation of Hero Honda’s popularity amongst its customers, the company recently won the “Most Preferred Brand of Two-Wheelers" award at the CNBC Awaaz Consumer Awards.
REPORTS 5TH CONSECUTIVE QUARTER OF MILLION-PLUS UNIT SALES
•TURNOVER (NET SALES & OTHER OPERATING INCOME) GROWS BY 12%
Highlights of Q1, FY’10-11
•Total cumulative sales for Q1 FY10-11 stands at 12,34,039 units, growth of 10 per cent
•Total turnover (Net Sales & Other Operating income) Rs 4296.61crores •Net profit after tax at Rs. 491.69 crores
•EBIDTA margin for the quarter 14 per cent
•Fifth consecutive quarter of million-plus unit sales
New Delhi, July 29, 2010: Riding on its highest-ever quarterly sales of 1.2 million, Hero Honda Motors Ltd (HHML), the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, today announced its first quarter (April-June) results for the Financial Year (FY) 2010-11, with continued market leadership and steady growth.
The Q1’11 also marked the fifth consecutive quarter registering sales of over one million two-wheeler units.
Fuelled by its all-time high monthly sales of 4.35 lakh unist (in May) and yet another four-lakh plus sales in June, Hero Honda registered a total turnover (Net Sales & Other Operating income) of Rs 4296.61crores. The company’s turnover was Rs 3829.16 crores in the corresponding period last fiscal.
The company reported profit after tax (PAT) of Rs 491.69 crores and EBIDTA margin of 14%, in the face of a steep rise in commodity prices in the first half of the quarter and additional expenditure incurred on account of conversion to new emission norms. The company’s PAT for the corresponding period last fiscal (April – June’ 09-10) was Rs 500.11 crores
Dr. Brijmohan Lall, Chairman, Hero Honda Motors Ltd, said “The value systems ingrained in the very foundations of Hero Honda’s culture combined with our strong partnerships, dealer network, joint venture partners as well as customers’ confidence have continued to drive our success in the market. We are committed to adhering to the highest standards, and will continue to strive towards achieving new landmarks and milestones.”
Mr. Pawan Munjal, MD & CEO, Hero Honda Motors Ltd said, “It has been a record quarter of highest-ever numbers, and we could have done even better but for the short supply of some components. On the other hand, it was a challenging quarter for the bottom line due to the rise in commodity prices. Switching over to the new emission norms also added to the expenditure, even as we witnessed substantial increase in input costs in the first half of the quarter.
“Going forward, we are striving to meet continuously rising demand of our products in the market. Accordingly, we are scaling up production in our existing plants to meet the expected market demand.”
Q1 of FY ‘11 witnessed growth from all segments of Hero Honda models. The refreshed models of Glamour and Glamour FI - introduced in April’10 are doing very well in the deluxe segment. Sales of Pleasure have also recorded a growth of over 50 per cent and have crossed the threshold of 25,000 unit sales per month.
Hero Honda, as the Presenting Partner of the Queens Baton Relay, and a Partner of the XIX Commonwealth Games Delhi 2010, has initiated a slew of programmes to generate the spirit of sports and connect with customers across the country.
In yet another validation of Hero Honda’s popularity amongst its customers, the company recently won the “Most Preferred Brand of Two-Wheelers" award at the CNBC Awaaz Consumer Awards.
Bajaj Avenger 220
Displacement (cc) 219.89
Max. Power (Ps @ rpm) 19.03 @ 8400
Max. Torque (Nm @ rpm) 17.5 @ 7000
Starting Electric
Suspension
Front Telescopic
Rear Hydraulic Shock Absorber
Brakes
Front Disc, Dia. 260 mm
Rear Drum, Dia. 130 mm
Tyre
Front Tubetype Unidirectional - 90 / 90 x 17"
Rear Tubetype Unidirectional - 130 / 90 x 15"
Fuel Tank
Total litres(reserve, usable) 14 liter full (3.4 liter reserve)
Electricals
Battery 12V, 9Ah
Head lamp 60 / 55W
Horn 12V, 30W
Dimensions
Wheelbase 1475 mm
Ground Clearance 169 mm
Kerb Weight 154.5 kg
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Pulsar 220F, "The Fastest Indian" lands in Colombia..!!
It could only be criminal to deprive the Colombian Pulsar fans by not selling the Pulsar 220F DTS-i there. So on August 24'th 2010, the Pulsar 220F DTS-i finally makes its way to Colombia.
Just gwak at the Metallic Green color (posted below) that Colombia gets (and we don't)..!! Makes you go "Green" with envy. Eh..??
The Colombian Pulsar 220F website has a special Video/TV Commercial section.
Apart from a Colombian TV Commercial that has been made for the Pulsar 220F DTS-i, a video on the evolution of the Pulsar in Colombia and the mind blowing Pulsar Mania TV Commercial [2008] also finds place in the Colombian site.
Info.
Apart from a Colombian TV Commercial that has been made for the Pulsar 220F DTS-i, a video on the evolution of the Pulsar in Colombia and the mind blowing Pulsar Mania TV Commercial [2008] also finds place in the Colombian site.
Info.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
2010's Best Selling SuperBikes So Far
Top 10 motorcycle registrations in 2010
1 Honda CBF 125 1,484 2.4%
2 Yamaha YBR 125 1,198 1.9%
3 Yamaha YZF R125 1,152 1.8%
4 BMW S 1000 RR 1,009 1.6%
5 Honda CBR 1000 RR 919 1.5%
6 BMW R 1200 GS 838 1.3%
7 BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE 778 1.2%
8 Yamaha XC 125 733 1.2%
9 BMW R 1200 RT 676 1.1%
10 Honda VFR 1200 673 1.1%
2010 HAS been a tough year for motorcycle sales. The industry has seen a 14.7 percent drop in motorcycle sales so far this year.
However, there are encouaring signs for the future, as sales of 125cc machines are packing out the top 10 and prmising solid sales of larger capacity machines in the future.
Yamaha and Honda dominate the top three, but BMW also have a solid footing in the top 10, with four models featured, including the S1000RR, with over 1,000 unit sales. Honda's Fireblade is not far behind the S1000RR, proving you don't need traction control and power modes to shift superbikes
The combined sales of BMW's R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure would put that model on the top spot
Best-selling motorcycles
1 Honda CBF 125 1,484 2.4%
2 Yamaha YBR 125 1,198 1.9%
3 Yamaha YZF R125 1,152 1.8%
4 BMW S 1000 RR 1,009 1.6%
5 Honda CBR 1000 RR 919 1.5%
6 BMW R 1200 GS 838 1.3%
7 BMW R 1200 GS ADVENTURE 778 1.2%
8 Yamaha XC 125 733 1.2%
9 BMW R 1200 RT 676 1.1%
10 Honda VFR 1200 673 1.1%
2010 HAS been a tough year for motorcycle sales. The industry has seen a 14.7 percent drop in motorcycle sales so far this year.
However, there are encouaring signs for the future, as sales of 125cc machines are packing out the top 10 and prmising solid sales of larger capacity machines in the future.
Yamaha and Honda dominate the top three, but BMW also have a solid footing in the top 10, with four models featured, including the S1000RR, with over 1,000 unit sales. Honda's Fireblade is not far behind the S1000RR, proving you don't need traction control and power modes to shift superbikes
The combined sales of BMW's R1200GS and R1200GS Adventure would put that model on the top spot
Best-selling motorcycles
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