Weekly Bike News Wrap-Up: Limited Edition Shotgun 650, KTM ADV Range, OLA Electric Motorcycles and many more
Exciting new motorcycles launched in India this week!
The Indian automotive fraternity saw exciting launches from automotive manufacturers like Royal Enfield, KTM, Ola this week along with some more exciting news about your favourite two wheelers. Here’s an overlook on what happened this week:
Royal Enfield’s ‘Limited Edition’ Shotgun 650 Launched
Chennai-based Indian automotive manufacturer has collaborated with ‘Icon Motosports’, an Oregon based custom motorcycle builder, to launch the limited edition Shotgun 650 inspired by their ‘Always Something’ custom motorcycle. The bike gets design elements inspired by the ‘Always Something’ along with a special livery.
KTM Adventure Range Launched
KTM launched three new ADV bikes for the Indian market: The 390 Adventure, the 390 Adventure X and the 250 Adventure. All the three bikes have now become technologically more advanced,get rally-inspired design, make more power, and are more capable ADVs now. With production of these bikes already started, KTM India is expected to start deliveries this month itself.
Ola Roadster X and X+ Launched
Ola Electric launched two new electric motorcycles this week: Roadster X and Roadster X+. With production of these motorcycles already started, we can see these on Indian roads soon. The bikes are priced very competitively and the top variant of the Roadster X+ offers massive range figures, unseen on bikes in segment and beyond.
Import Duty On Premium Imported Bikes Reduced
The premium motorcycle segment, complete built units (CBUs) along with semi-knocked down (SKD) and completely knocked down (CKD) units have received a major reduction in import duties from the Indian Government in the latest budget for financial year 2025. This has increased the possibility of international manufacturers to launch and bring more products to the Indian market. Check out how much money you could save from revision of import duties here.
Yamaha Sells 1 Million units of the YZF-R15
The Yamaha R15 is being sold in India for more than a decade now and has developed a loyal following. Recently, Yamaha achieved an impressive feat by rolling out the 1 millionth YZF-R15. Check out how many of these YZF-R15s were sold in the Indian market here.
User Reviews
- i love this brand and specially this Yamaha r15this is not a bike its a dream of every boys and this r15 is a not a model of Yamaha this is us emotion and the r 15 is a legacy and the main point is this look mileage and the segment killer up to 250cc. mileage good looks is too much good and maintain easily and but the top model like M and monster edition you got a good futuristic display and the graphic of sticker are good and you after sitting this bike you feel like you sit a super bike and i got for my r15 bike 42 to 49 mileage. most recommended i love this brand and there all bike are good and you can afford this bike and good quality and value for money you can buy this beast and enjoy your ride this bike and stay safe all time wear helmet.Read More
- Pocket rocketThe only bike in the segment which provides you punchy power and aggressive position it may have some cons still who are above 5.5 height can ride this rocket comfortable. Personally I love riding sports bike and this is seriously a legendary one in the segment also from 200cc segment. I reached upto 153 of speed on a highway which is so much within a 155cc segment. End of the day its very sexy for enthusiasts who prioritise power over features. So good i mean its powerful but not that torquey its so light weight and too much powerful no braking issues for me personally and mileage i got is around 42 to 45 in city and around 50 on highways too good for college students but you get back pains and spine problems not suitable for long rides good for flicking in traffic. Yes i do, The things you have to consider while buying this is its power packed for a beginner its good for track not suitable for long rides and also you have to be confident while driving this when VVA kicks in you just fly.Read More
- Review on Shotgun 650 (best in segment)The reason I buy this bike was to get a reliable bike with price range up to 5 lakh, and I wanted a comfort and a good looking bike, so rather than getting GT 650 I chose this, and honestly I didn't regret my decision. Its a bike with comfort and power. Even Super meteor is there but that is more suitable for Long ride. So for shorter and comfy ride I chose Shotgun 650. Talking about positives, Really good looking bike, you we be the centre of attraction. Royal Enfield reliable engine with one of the best performance in this segments. Gives confidence on high speed. Talking about the Negatives, its a Heavy bike, so not suitable for every person, heating issue, not a major issue as this is ha heavy bike and so this is common. Yes, a person who want a good looking bike with a satisfying mileage and comfort and suitable for city rides. Even a person who want long tours with this bike is also possible but still there are better touring bike with this price range.Read More
- Best in segmentI am doing long ride on week end also for lite affordable i see many other options like Himalayan 450 but bit heavy for me so I choose ktm adventure because it's light weight easy to ride on highway also good feature of electrical side. On highway I am getting mileage of 30 to 37 kmpl depends on engine rpm this bike effortlessly crush on 120kmph to 140kmph with any engine stress also riding poser is good comfortable in city it's easy to manoeuvre in traffic. Here is my reason to choose ktm light weight good mileage best electric feature like riding mode cornering abs best tft counsel also you get accessories port bottom, also engine power is best in class no match for ktm.Read More
- Perfect bikeI chose this bike for reliable engine, good mileage and comfortable ride quality, it suits my daily commute and occasional long rides perfectly. I will definitely recommend this bike for all my friends. The ride has been smooth and stable, the bike feel comfortable in the city traffic and perform well on highway with decent pickup and breaking, very smooth and stable definitely I will recommend this bike to all my friends. Definitely yes, I would recommended it to daily commuters, looking for a dependable, fuel efficient and low maintenance bike with comfortable riding posture, i will definitely recommend this bike to all my friends.Read More