Weekly Two-wheeler News Wrap-up: Ultraviolette F77 Launch Date Announced, Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 Spotted & More
Launches, scoop on upcoming products, exclusive bits, this week was an exhilarating one!
Launches, scoop on upcoming products, exclusive bits, this week was an exhilarating one!
This week was an exciting one! We spotted bikes, saw launches and brought to you some exclusive pieces. So here’s a hand-picked list of five of the most important happenings of the week:
Ultraviolette F77 Launch Timeline Announced!
Ultraviolette Automotive has finally announced the launch date of its much-anticipated e-bike, the F77. India’s most powerful electric bike is all set to be here in about a month.
India Launches
Italian manufacturer Moto Morini finally revealed the prices of its 600cc motorcycles’ range in India. While the bikes carry a premium price, they back it up with premium hardware underneath.
Keeway followed Moto Morini, by launching its seventh product for India, the SR125, a 125cc retro motorcycle. Even though it’s a 125cc bike, the pricing will raise your eyebrows.
Ola News
Ola Electric pleasantly surprised us by announcing its intention to launch an even more affordable scooter based on the S1 on October 22. It’s expected to be priced under Rs 80,000, making it a feature-loaded and eco-friendly rival to the Honda Activa 6G. The string of good news didn’t stop from the Bangalore-based EV maker, as it’s gearing up to launch the MoveOS 3.0 OTA (over-the-air) update this Diwali.
However, the brand’s smooth sailing was marred by yet another quality-related incident. It was a case of yet another Ola S1’s front suspension breaking down. Here’s what happened.
Hero News
The Hero Vida V1 was hands down one of the most anticipated launches in recent times. We finally got a chance to ride it and here’s everything we liked and disliked about it. The bookings for Hero’s first electric scooter are now also open. The Vida V1 has now become the first electric scooter to adopt the Ather 450X’s charging port. Here’s everything you need to know about it. The company, in fact, even has an online configurator to let you customise the scooter as per your requirement. Check it out here.
If the configurator has impressed you, check out the e-scooter’s detailed price break up here.
In related news, a test mule of the Hero Xtreme 160R was spied testing. Now, Hero did update the Xtreme 160R recently, so what is this one all about? Here’s our analysis.
Royal Enfield News
Nowadays weeks feel incomplete if there aren’t any Royal Enfield bikes that are spotted testing. This week was definitely interesting, for we spotted the Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650, once again. Here’s everything you need to know about it.
A test mule of the Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 was also spied with not only a half fairing but also remotely-adjustable shock absorbers.
Royal Enfield Super Meteor 650 User Reviews
- Perfect 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼Very good looking and powerful bike, Nice experience, strong feel, Some mileage issue. This colour is very attractive. Back seat supporter is very helpful. I have more interesting accessories for this bike, like wind shield big foot pads stylish side mirror. Extra focus light etc. all over very positive result.Read More1
- I couldn’t seen ever bike like thisthis is not a bike this is a lion and i never seen bike like this and little bit costly but value for money and so comfortable riding and look very cool classy and fantastic the bike was full loaded and so power full engine and performance is so good and the speed was like cheetah so fast and quick so power full pick up thankyou Royal Enfield for the beastRead More4 1
- Light, Smooth and StylishI needed a bike with good mileage and easy service. The design looked good too. Picked this one after test rides. It felt lighter and smoother than the rest. I wanted something fuel-efficient and comfortable. Smooth riding, no problems so far. Starts quick and clutch is very light. The ride quality is excellent. Mileage is good, and the handling gives confidence. I get around 55+ km/l consistently. The eco-friendly side was an extra reason to buy it. It’s perfect for office goers or college students. Doesn’t demand much maintenance. I recommend it for anyone who rides often. Great mix of comfort, mileage, and control. Doesn’t break the pocket and runs smoothly.Read More2 3
- Effortless Control and ComfortI chose this model as it offered better mileage than others in same price. Also liked the upright sitting position, which helps during traffic rides. This one had everything I needed. Handles bumps easily, strong body. So far, rides are smooth. Clutch is light, brakes work fine, and suspension feels strong. Bit of vibration at top speed but okay. Starts easily, handles traffic well, and brakes are strong enough. Feels stable on highways too. Good for people who want a no-trouble bike. Mileage stays around 60 km/l and service cost is low. Overall, great value. Simple design, low maintenance, and good fuel economy. I wanted something long-lasting with steady mileage.Read More1
- Affordable Yet Feels PremiumBought this one because it fits my budget and comes from a trusted brand. I didn’t want to risk a new company model. Very comfortable even on long drives, and Handles traffic well, no heating issues. My riding experience has been satisfying. Starts quick, handles turns well, and stays stable even with a passenger. Engine feels refined and quick to respond. and vibes are stable even at higher speeds. I’d tell others to go for it if they want peace of mind. It’s not the fastest, but it’s steady, smooth, and very reliable daily use bike. Very responsive throttle and smooth clutch. Seats are soft, and suspension works well.Read More