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Honda model blitz at Osaka and Tokyo bike shows

Honda will showcase a total of 24 concept, planned for production and current motorcycles.
1 min read16 Mar '14
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The two-wheeler arm of the auto giant will have the world premiere of its concept motorcycle model at the Osaka motorcycle show. (Representational pic).

Honda is to exhibit a large variety of motorcycle models at the 30th Osaka Motorcycle Show 2014 (March 21-23) and the Tokyo Motorcycle Show (March 28-March 30).

The two-wheeler arm of the auto giant will have the world premiere of its concept motorcycle model at the Osaka motorcycle show, and also feature exhibition models planned for production, and current production models, a total of 24 models in Osaka and Tokyo.

These include the Goldwing F6C ‘street muscle cruiser’ with a horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine, VFR800F, CBR650F, CB650F, CBR250R (with updated styling), and the 125cc PCX and Grom scooters.

Under the slogan of ‘We Love Bikes’, Honda will unveil new initiatives that point the way to a fun-filled lifestyle with motorcycles, including programmes to communicate actively with show visitors and an area where visitors can experience the engine sounds first hand through headphones while mounted on a motorcycle. 

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Hero Splendor iSmart launched

The Hero Splendor iSmart will be equipped with Hero's i3S technology.
1 min read13 Mar '14
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The 97.2cc, single cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke engine comes to life via a kick and electric starter, producing 7.7bhp of power at 7,500rpm.

The iSmart is available at Hero dealerships across the country, and is priced at Rs 47,250 (ex-showroom Delhi).

Bajaj launches Discover 125M

Bajaj reveals a new mileage bike in the 125cc segment.
1 min read7 Mar '14
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The 125M features Bajaj’s proven four-stroke, 124.6cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled and carburetted DTS-i equipped powerplant that comes with a four-valve head.

Piaggio likely to expand India scooter range

Vespa 946 may be first new launch; Piaggio could also venture into quadricycle market.
2 min read6 Mar '14
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The handcrafted 946 will be brought in through the CBU (Completely Built Unit) route, and hence it may cost around Rs 8 lakh (including all taxes).

HMSI kick starts road safety awareness for kids in New Delhi

The event organized in association with Reliance General Insurance will cover schools across North, West and Central regions of India.
1 min read6 Mar '14
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Vespa S scooter launched at Rs 74,414

New Vespa S sports classic retro styling and is powered by a 125cc engine;
1 min read5 Mar '14
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Like the other Vespas on sale in India, the S is also being sold at a premium price point, Rs 74,414 (ex-showroom, Pune).

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