Italian superbike maker Ducati India has revealed its aggressive product roadmap for 2026, confirming the introduction of 10 new and updated motorcycles to the Indian market.

The announcement includes plans to expand the brand's dealer touchpoints to improve accessibility and service for its customer base.

The 2026 portfolio comprises the Desmo450 MX, New Multistrada V4 Rally (2026 Edition), Panigale V4 Lamborghini, Panigale V4 Marquez Replica, Panigale V2 Special Edition MM93, Panigale V2 Special Edition PB63, New Monster V2, Diavel V4 RS and the New Hypermotard V2/V2 SP. These follow the Panigale V4R, which was launched in India on 2 January 2026.

The launch schedule begins in the first quarter of 2026 with the Multistrada V4 Rally, the Panigale V4 Lamborghini, and the Desmo450 MX. The third quarter will see the arrival of the New Monster V2 and the Marc Márquez and Pecco Bagnaia Special Editions of the Panigale V2, followed by the Diavel V4 RS. The final quarter of the year will feature the Hypermotard V2 range in October, concluding with the Panigale V4 Marc Márquez Replica in December.

Bipul Chandra, Managing Director, Ducati India, said, “2026 is poised to be another landmark year for Ducati as we continue to push boundaries with a portfolio of new launches that will set fresh benchmarks in the premium motorcycle segment. Our commitment to delivering the most sophisticated, performance-driven motorcycles to Indian customers has never been stronger. We are excited to introduce these exceptional new models, and with the expansion of our dealership network, we look forward to a successful and impactful year for Ducati in India.”

Ducati will open bookings at its dealerships in Delhi, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, and Kolkata. Indicative pricing for the upcoming range will be released on the company's website ahead of the specific launch dates.

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Japanese two-wheeler maker Suzuki Motorcycle India (SMIPL) has inaugurated Himalayan Suzuki in Gangtok, marking the company’s first retail entry into the state of Sikkim. With this opening, the subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation now maintains a presence across every state in India.

The facility, located at Lower Sichey, operates as a ‘3S’ outlet, providing sales, service and spare parts. The expansion into the North-East is intended to address demand for vehicles capable of operating in terrain characterised by inclines and varied road conditions.

Himalayan Suzuki retails the company’s full domestic portfolio. The service wing is equipped with tools for maintenance and is staffed by professionals trained to manage the manufacturer's technical requirements.

The company’s product portfolio includes Access, Avenis, Burgman Street, and the electric e-ACCESS scooters. The GIXXER, GIXXER SF, GIXXER 250, GIXXER SF 250 and the V-STROM SX in the motorcycle segment.

Deepak Mutreja, Vice-President, Sales & Marketing, Suzuki Motorcycle India, said, “Sikkim is an important market for us in the North-East. The state’s unique terrain calls for two-wheelers that offer consistent performance and reliability across inclines and varied road conditions. Suzuki’s portfolio has been well accepted in such environments. With the inauguration of Himalayan Suzuki in Gangtok, customers will now have easier access to our complete range of scooters & motorcycles and after-sales support. We sincerely thank our dealer partner, Himalayan Suzuki, for their collaboration in making this possible. With this addition, SMIPL is now present across all states of India.”

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TVS Motor Company has released an official brand anthem, ‘The Apache DNA’, to commemorate 20 years of the TVS Apache motorcycle series. The track was composed by rapper and songwriter Brodha V and has been launched in six languages: English, Hindi, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu and Kannada.

The anthem is intended to engage a global customer base that now includes over 6.5 million riders across 60 countries. By integrating the brand with music and youth culture, TVS Motor Company aims to strengthen its connection with the motorcycling community beyond technical specifications.

The TVS Apache series is built on the company's racing programme, focusing on speed, precision and control. The anthem incorporates the engine's exhaust note as a rhythmic element, bridging the gap between mechanical performance and music.

The Apache brand, with over two decades in the motorcycle market, is being sold in more than 60 countries and has over 6.5 million customers.

Vimal Sumbly, Business Head, Premium Segment, TVS Motor Company, said, “For 20 years, TVS Apache has been the living expression of our racing DNA, an attitude and legacy that has empowered 6.5 million riders globally. ‘The Apache DNA’ anthem is our tribute to every rider who embodies the philosophy of TVS Apache. As we continue to democratise racing-bred technology, we are also expanding TVS Apache's presence into music and youth culture, creating deeper connections with the communities that live and breathe the brand every single day."

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Bajaj Mobility AG, the holding company of KTM AG and part of the Pune-headquartered two-wheeler and three-wheeler major Bajaj Auto, has announced that KTM has entered into a loan agreement with an international banking consortium to refinance its debt. The total volume of the facility is EUR 550 million.

The agreement completes the refinancing measures for KTM following its restructuring. The new funds will be used to settle an existing EUR 450 million loan provided by Bajaj Auto International Holdings B.V. in May 2025.

The financing is unsecured and carries a term of five years. Interest rates for the facility have been set in the low to mid-single-digit percentage range.

Under the conditions of the agreement, KTM is subject to restrictions on dividend distributions for the duration of the five-year term. These covenants are described by the company as market-standard for such credit facilities.

The previous debt was incurred as part of a restructuring plan quota. By transitioning from a subsidiary-provided loan to a consortium-backed facility, the company has finalised its capital structure adjustments initiated last year.

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Chennai-based electric vehicle start-up Raptee.HV has started large-scale customer deliveries of its T30 electric motorcycle. The company utilises high-voltage technology (HV-Tec), a platform typically found in electric cars, for its two-wheeler products.

The T30 is priced at INR 239,000 (ex-showroom) and comes with an 8-year battery warranty and a 3-year vehicle warranty.

The e-motorcycle is engineered for torque and charging speed. It is compatible with the public charging network used by electric cars in India, allowing riders to utilise existing CCS2 charging infrastructure.

Key features of the T30 and ownership programme include:

• Charging: Support for home-charging and public fast-charging stations.
• Service: A dedicated single point of contact (SPOC) for each customer and roadside assistance.
• Validation: Recognition from the Asia Book of Records for the distance covered by a production electric motorcycle.
• Pricing: Positioned at parity with internal combustion engine (ICE) motorcycles in the same performance segment.

Chennai serves as the initial market for Raptee.HV. The company has announced plans to expand into Bengaluru in April 2026 with a showroom and service centre. By the end of 2026, the firm intends to establish operations in all South Indian state capitals and begin entry into Western India.

Dinesh Arjun, CEO & Co-Founder, Raptee.HV, said, “With the commencement of large-scale customer deliveries, we’re excited to be sharing our product to a larger audience, a product that’s been 7 years in the making. This moment is built on the trust of our earliest customers, those who believed in our vision, our technology, and our team before anyone else. We carry deep gratitude for that faith, and our commitment is to honour it not just with a motorcycle, but with a seamless ownership journey from day one. We are not only delivery-ready; we are service-ready. Every T30 customer is supported by a structured service ecosystem, a trusted Roadside Assistance partner, and a dedicated single point of contact for service, ensuring confidence and convenience at every step. For us, this milestone is more than handing over motorcycles. It is about setting a new benchmark in customer experience, where every ride begins with trust and continues with care.”

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