Honda has launched the CB350RS, a retro road cruiser based on the recently launched CB350.

The CB legacy dating back to 1959, is widely loved by motorcycle enthusiasts all over the globe owing to its consistent style and thrill-seeking performance.

Visually, the Honda motorcycle gets a dual-tone fuel tank, blacked-out engine area and exhaust, round LED headlamps, an under-seat tail lamp, and sharp LED turn indicators at the front and the rear.

The contemporary cruiser will be powered by the same engine on the CB350, a 348.36cc, single-cylinder engine producing a max power of 20.78 Bhp at 5500 RPM and a max torque of 30 Nm at 3000 RPM. Additionally, it also gets a class-leading slipper clutch for seamless gear shifts.

The digital-analogue instrument cluster hosts an array of features such as mileage indicators, gear position indicator, selectable torque controller, and dual-channel ABS.

The road tyres as seen on the CB350 have been swapped for wide pattern tyres to assist riding in difficult terrains. The CB350RS is expected to share brakes with the CB350, a sure-stopping 310mm front disc and a 260mm rear disc.

The comfort has been revised with a tuck and roll, patterned seat for better comfort and grip and the pillion gets a pair of sporty grabrails for additional convenience. 

The CB350RS is available in two colours: Radiant Red Metallic and Black with Pearl Sports Yellow, Honda has opened the bookings for CB350RS at its premium dealerships – BigWing Topline & BigWing across India for Rs. 1,96,000/- (ex-showroom).

The rugged classic motorcycle is going to take on the likes of the Royal Enfield Meteor, the new Jawa 42 2.1, and the Benelli Imperiale 400. Considering the recent 10,000 units sold milestone for the CB350, the RS is expected to taste similar success. (MT)

• Honda CB350RS launched at Rs. 1,96,000/- (ex-showroom).
• Gets visual updates; revised seat, under-seat tail lamp, dual-tone fuel tank.
• Shares the 348.36cc engine producing a max power of 20.78 Bhp at 5500 RPM and a max torque of 30 Nm at 3000 RPM with CB350.

Bengaluru-based electric vehicle company Ultraviolette Automotive collaborated with the Madras Regiment Centre (MRC) of the Indian Army for a five-day rally across Tamil Nadu, by providing a fleet of F77 motorcycles.

The ride honoured the army Veterans and Veer Naris of Madras Regiment and the Armed Forces community in the region.

Under the aegis of the Dakshin Bharat Area, the rally covered six districts of Tamil Nadu - Tirupur, Karur, Dindigul, Madurai, Theni and Coimbatore. The team of army personnel engaged with approximately 3,000 veterans and veer naris during the journey: addressing various concerns, sharing crucial information on entitlements, and providing immediate assistance. The F77s covered a cumulative distance of over 6000 kilometres.

Narayan Subramaniam, CEO & Co-Founder, Ultraviolette, said, " Collaborating again with the Indian Army for this remarkable outreach initiative is an honour that resonates deeply with Ultraviolette's ethos. Our vision to create world-class technology is inspired by the spirit of the India - undaunted, resilient, and driven by purpose. The F77 embodies the very principles that define our Armed Forces - precision, performance, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. To witness Ultraviolette playing a key role in this rally, honouring veterans, and their families, is not just a privilege but a defining moment in our journey".

Suzuki Motorcycle India (SMIPL), a leading manufacturer of two-wheelers in the country, has reported wholesales of 112,948 units for April 2025, which is 14 percent higher than 99,377 units it sold last year.

The company reported an 8 percent growth in its domestic sales at 95,214 units, as compared to 88,067 units last year, while exports grew by 57 percent at 17,734 units, as against 11,310 units for the same period last year.

Deepak Mutreja, Vice-President – Sales & Marketing, Suzuki Motorcycle India, said, “This positive start to the year fills us with gratitude. Each unit sold represents the beginning of a new journey with our customers and we are thankful to be a part of it. We will continue to work sincerely to meet the evolving expectations of our customers and contribute positively to their journey with us.”

Last month, the company further upgraded its product lineup, including the Hayabusa to be OBD-2B compliant.

Chennai-based two-wheeler and three-wheeler maker TVS Motor Company has announced its wholesales for April 2025. The company reported witnessing a 16 percent growth, selling 443,896 units, as against 383,615 units last year. 

The domestic two-wheeler sales include 220,527 motorcycles and 169,741, while exports accounted for 106,683 units.  

EV sales grew by 59 percent, rising from 17,403 units in April 2024 to 27,684 units last month.

Three-wheeler sales grew by 50 percent YoY from 9,023 units to 13,566 units.

Blending the pulse of street culture, community and high-octane energy, Royal Enfield hosted the first-ever edition of HunterHood in Mumbai and New Delhi during the last weekend of April 2025. 
Inspired by the spirit of Hunter motorcycle of the company, the HunterHood event – the latest cultural initiative built around the ethos of “From the streets, For the streets” – brought together riders, artists and urban explorers across the two Indian mega cities. 
The company also unveiled ‘The 2025 Hunter 350’ with three new colourways and upgraded features inspired by and designed for ‘The Coolest Neighbourhoods of the world’.
Featuring unique programming in the form of skateboarding sessions, spontaneous cyphers, vibrant graffiti art, live music jams, dynamic dance circles and exhilarating BMX stunts, the event witnessed high-octane performances by some of India’s top musicians like Dino James, Wild Wild Women, Shah Rule, Suggahunny, The Spindoctor, OG Shez, Ikka, DK Mocity, Dhanji, Lush Lata and Samriddhi Bhargav. 
The event saw over 12 homegrown, premium and emerging street-led brands spanning skateboarding, apparel, sneakers and the culinary space participate. It was attended by 5,000 people across the two mega cities.