Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has launched the 2025 CB350, CB350 H’ness and CB350RS with new colour options starting at INR 210,500.

Mechanically unchanged, the CB350 series uses the 348.36 cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder BSVI OBD2B complaint PGM-FI engine. Fully compliant with E20 fuel, the engine produces 15.5 kW power at 5,500 RPM and 30 Nm of peak torque at 3,000 RPM in CB350 H’ness & CB350RS. For CB350 the torque output is 29.5 Nm at 3,000 RPM. Transmission duties are handled by a five-speed gearbox.

The new CB350 range is available at all Honda BigWing dealerships across India.

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Ducati India has announced the entry of its off-road motorcycle range into the Indian market with the launch of the Desmo450 MX Factory motocross bike and the Desmo450 EDX enduro model.

Both motorcycles are powered by a 449.6 cc single-cylinder engine featuring Desmodromic valve timing, producing 63.5 hp at 9,400 rpm and 53.5 Nm of torque at 7,500 rpm, with a rev limit set at 11,900 rpm.

The Desmo450 MX Factory weighs 104 kg without fuel and features an aluminium perimeter frame, an Akrapovič titanium exhaust system, Showa suspension with Dark Kashima coating, billet triple clamps, a holeshot device and a 7.2-litre fuel tank.

The Desmo450 EDX weighs 107.1 kg without fuel, incorporating an 8.5-litre fuel tank, handguards, a skid plate, a side stand, an 18-inch rear wheel and Showa suspension tuned for trail riding. Both models are equipped with closed-loop Ducati Traction Control, Ducati Quick Shift, Engine Brake Control, Power Launch and selectable riding modes.

"We are incredibly proud to bring the ultimate off-road experience to India with the launch of the Desmo450 MX Factory and the Desmo450 EDX. These motorcycles embody Ducati's racing spirit and our commitment to pure performance, translating our Desmodromic technology into the dirt segment for the very first time here. Whether you are looking to conquer the motocross track with the ultra-light MX Factory or push your limits on the trails with the versatile EDX, we are offering Indian riders machines that are born to compete and win. This dual launch marks a significant milestone in our commitment to the growing off-road community in India," said Bipul Chandra, Managing Director, Ducati India.

The Ducati Desmo450 EDX is priced at INR 1.85 million (ex-showroom) in Ducati Red, while the Desmo450 MX Factory is priced at INR 2.12 million (ex-showroom) in the Ducati Corse 2025 livery. The company has opened bookings across all Ducati dealerships in the country.

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Bengaluru-headquartered Altigreen, a unit of the Jakson Group, has announced its entry into the electric two-wheeler market with the launch of Minsara, an electric multi-utility two-wheeler designed for urban and rural applications.

The electric scooter is offered in three variants: the Minsara S featuring a 2.78 kWh battery with a 125 km range, the Minsara S+ with a 3.8 kWh battery delivering a 165 km range, and the battery-swappable Minsara SE.

Built on a rib-caged chassis, the e-scooter delivers 172 Nm of peak torque, a top speed of 75 kmph, 33 percent gradeability, and a gross vehicle weight rating of 264 kg. Engineering specifications include 17-inch alloy wheels, telescopic front suspension, dual disc brakes with a Combined Braking System, crash guard protection, and side-stand safety alerts. Priced from INR 124,000 (ex-showroom), it comes with a standard three-year or 30,000 km warranty with bookings opened across Bengaluru, Vijayawada and Noida. The company is set to begin deliveries from 1 December 2026.

Deepak Thakur, CEO, Jakson Green Vehicles, said, "India’s mobility requirements are as diverse as its people. From urban entrepreneurs and delivery professionals to farmers and small-business owners in rural markets, millions depend on two-wheelers as an essential part of their everyday lives and livelihoods. With MINSARA, we are introducing a product that brings together utility, performance and sustainable technology to meet these real-world needs. As part of JAKSON Group, Altigreen will play an important role in our vision of accelerating India’s transition towards cleaner, more productive and accessible mobility solutions. This launch reflects our commitment to technology-led products that create meaningful value for customers while contributing to a sustainable future."

Amitabh Saran, CTO and Founder, Altigreen, said, "At Altigreen, we have always believed that technology must solve real customer problems. Across India, two-wheelers support businesses, livelihoods and everyday responsibilities, often under demanding operating conditions. Quite naturally, MINSARA is engineered, ground-up, to be a segment leader. It is a timely and great addition to our existing three-wheeler cargo neEV series. It embodies our continued commitment towards innovative, Made-in-India electric mobility solutions. Supported by Altigreen’s growing 3S dealership network, best in class after-sales service and customer-centric ownership solutions, we aim to build lasting customer confidence. We believe our success will ultimately be measured by our customers success and progress in life."

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Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, has outlined its global growth strategy at EICMA 2026, marking 25 consecutive years of global sales leadership.

The company unveiled new premium internal combustion engine motorcycles, announced the start of European retail operations for its electric vehicle brand VIDA, and introduced Novus Labs as its dedicated innovation hub for emerging mobility technologies.

At the event, Hero MotoCorp introduced its adventure flagship, the Xpulse 450, powered by a 421 cc liquid-cooled DOHC engine delivering 34.3 kW at 9,100 rpm and 38 Nm of torque at 7,500 rpm, paired with a six-speed transmission. The motorcycle features fully adjustable KYB front suspension with 225 mm of travel and category-first Android Auto and Apple CarPlay integration. It also revealed the Harley-Davidson X350T, expanding its co-developed portfolio into the 350cc segment with an air-oil cooled engine, trellis frame, electronic throttle, and switchable traction control, alongside the Hero Scrambler and Classic concept motorcycles.

In the electric vehicle segment, VIDA commenced European operations and customer deliveries. Supported by distribution partner Elektrorider, VIDA activated a direct-to-consumer sales model across 10 European countries for the VIDA DIRT.E K3 adaptive electric off-roader, while retail stores opened across six markets – Romania, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Slovenia, Slovakia and Croatia – for both the DIRT.E K3 and the VIDA VX2 urban scooter.

VIDA also showcased the VIDA UBX neo-naked concept, the Project VXZ electric motorcycle developed with Zero Motorcycles and the DIRT.E MX7 off-roader. Additionally, Hero MotoCorp launched Novus Labs, presenting working prototypes of the NEX 1 foldable personal mobility vehicle and the NEX 2 electric trike.

Dr Pawan Munjal, Executive Chairman, Hero MotoCorp, said, "Hero MotoCorp is shaping the future of mobility through a relentless pursuit of innovation, engineering excellence and a deep understanding of riders’ evolving aspirations across the world. Our showcase at EICMA 2026 represents more than a display of products and technologies; it is a bold expression of our vision to redefine the future of motorcycling through breakthrough design, advanced performance and intelligent technology.”

“At the heart of this ambition is our ability to bring together the strength of India’s engineering talent and manufacturing excellence with world-class global R&D capabilities and strategic partnerships. ‘Make in India, for the World’ is not just a philosophy; it is a powerful statement of our confidence, capability and commitment to create globally competitive products, technologies and sustainable mobility solutions that transcend markets and expectations. As technology transforms the mobility landscape, we see an extraordinary opportunity to challenge conventions, unlock new possibilities and deliver more connected, exciting and differentiated riding experiences. Our journey over the first 25 years has established a formidable foundation of innovation, scale and global ambition. As we look ahead, we are not simply preparing for the future of mobility — we are driven to shape it," concluded Dr Munjal.

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Italian auto major Piaggio Group has presented a range of updated motorcycles, scooters and special-edition models across its brand portfolio at the EICMA 2026 exhibition in Milan.

The Group reported a 17.5 percent share of the European scooter market and a 37.5 percent share in North America for the first half of 2026, delivering 185,600 two-wheelers and generating EUR 652.8 million in net revenue across the period.

At the exhibition, Moto Guzzi introduced ‘The Trip,’ an entry-level roadster weighing 180 kg with a full 15-litre fuel tank, powered by an A2-licence-compliant 48 hp parallel-twin engine fitted with a Ride-by-Wire throttle, ABS, traction control and a colour TFT display. Moto Guzzi also displayed the V85 TT Napapijri special edition, featuring a graphic livery, heated seat and grips and a dedicated travel bag.

Aprilia showcased the RSV4 Obscure Spe.Ed., a numbered limited run of 500 units producing 220 hp. Featuring carbon fibre bodywork, carbon wheels, wind-tunnel-developed leg wings and Ohlins suspension, the machine weighs 201 kg in running order, which drops to 196 kg with the optional race exhaust.

Aprilia also introduced the RS 660 Phillip Island Tribute edition featuring a track-inspired livery, alongside the updated SXR 125 entry-level scooter with 14-inch wheels and a 20-litre underseat compartment, and the restyled SR GT 125 and 200 scooters with a 5-inch TFT display.

Piaggio updated its Beverly 310 and 400 mid-capacity high-wheel scooters with redesigned LED lighting, lighter wheels, and a 6.88-inch TFT instrument cluster. The Medley 125 and 200 high-wheelers received updated styling, Start & Stop technology, and a 5-inch TFT cluster. Piaggio also presented the Typhoon 125, featuring a high-strength steel frame, a Euro 5+ four-stroke engine, and digital TFT instrumentation.

The electric Vespa range, covering the Primavera, Sprint S, and Primavera Tech models, received updated zero-emission motors manufactured in Italy by Piaggio Group without rare-earth materials, extending WMTC range to 90 km on the Primavera Tech variant. The manufacturer also marked the 20th anniversary of its MP3 three-wheeled scooter range, which has recorded over 250,000 unit sales since its introduction in 2006.

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