Honda has unveiled two electric motorcycle concept models, ‘EV Fun Concept’ and the ‘EV Urban Concept’ at EICMA 2024 in Milan, Italy. 
This comes on the back of a news circulating in the Indian media space about the Japanese two-wheeler major in advanced stages of launching a stylish and technologically advanced electric scooter in India by the end of this fiscal or in early 2025 calendar year. 
Talking about the two electric motorcycle concepts, the ‘EV Fun Concept’ is Honda’s first electric sports model and will be commercial made available in 2025. 
Developed as a next-generation electric motorcycle that offers a new sensation of quiet riding and an emotional feeling that is unique to electric motorcycles, the ‘EV Fun Concept’ leverages the Japanese automakers’ long-developed motorcycle technologies to put-together a machine that is quiet, vibration-free, slim and easy-to-manage. 
The last bit could be attributed to the chassis package realised by a fixed battery. The charging system for the concept e-motorcycle was developed by applying the company’s know-how and technologies cultivated in its automobiles and power products. The battery is compatible with the CCS2 quick charger and has been developed to optimise the balance between light weight and quick charging performance. The range the motorcycle will offer will be over 100 km for a single charge. 
The EV Urban Concept is an electric model that embodies Honda’s vision of urban electric mobility with its function-focused design, connected technologies and in-house developed battery pack.
The concept e-motorcycle embodies the Japanese automaker’s vision of what urban electric mobility should be like. It underscores a vision of near-future mobility that cooperates and resonates with people and society through its essential and sophisticated styling, intuitive human-machine interface (HMI), and new experiences created by the fusion of software and hardware. 
Making strong progress toward its plan to introduce 30 electric models globally by 2030, Honda is accelerating its efforts to develop a full lineup of electric motorcycles to meet the diversifying needs of customers and promote the development of a wide variety of electric vehicles. 
The company is expanding its global market share in the field of electric motorcycles.
 

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Chennai-based two-wheeler and three-wheeler major TVS Motor Company has launched the new TVS Apache RTX adventure motorcycle, creating a new segment that combines speed with exploration.

The motorcycle is built on the new Next-Gen TVS RT-XD4 engine platform is available at an introductory price of INR 199,000.

The Apache RTX is powered by a 299.1cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke DOHC engine that produces 36 PS of power at 9,000 rpm and 28.5 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm. It features a 6-speed manual transmission, fuel injection, assist and slipper clutch and  a Steel trellis frame. The engine platform supports ethanol-blended fuels and has reduced emissions.

The Apache RTX includes several features for on-road and off-road riding:

• Chassis & Suspension: Features a Steel Trellis Frame and Long-Travel Suspension from WP (Front: Inverted Cartridge Fork; Rear: Mono-tube with Floating Piston – MFP).
• Engine Platform: The TVS RT-XD4 engine platform uses 4 Dual Technologies for performance, including Dual Overhead Cams and a Dual cooling jacket cylinder head.
• Electronics: Includes Multiple Ride Modes (Urban, Rain, Tour, Rally), Cruise Control and a Quickshifter.
• Rider Interface: Features a 5-inch TFT Display with Map Mirroring, showing turn-by-turn directions.
• Safety Systems: Includes Traction control, wheelie mitigation and terrain-adaptive ABS.

Gaurav Gupta, President – 2W India Business, TVS Motor Co, said: “At TVS Motor Company, we are constantly understanding evolving customer needs - not just to participate in them, but to redefine. We are frontrunners in many industry-first innovations. Our endeavour is to bring aspiration within reach and inspire new riders. TVS Apache has done this for two decades by redefining performance motorcycling. It is now a global community of over six million riders. We expect the TVS Apache RTX to continue this winning streak and bring renewed spirit and new energy to the adventure rally tourer segment.”

Vimal Sumbly, Head Business - Premium, TVS Motor Company, said: “TVS Apache has continually pushed the envelope in design, technology, and performance — powered by the trust and passion of over 6 million riders across the world, over two decades. With the all-new TVS Apache RTX, we are proud to introduce a new kind of motorcycle that takes this legacy into the world of adventure touring. Crafted with our signature racing DNA and engineered for exploration, the TVS Apache RTX embodies the fearless spirit of the Apache brand. We’re confident that it will not only carry forward the legacy but also dominate this new segment of fast, thrilling adventure motorcycling. This moment belongs to our global Apache community, whose relentless spirit fuels everything we create.”

. The model is available in Viper Green, Metallic Blue, Pearl White, Lightning Black, and Tarn Bronze.

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Hero MotoCorp, a leading two-wheeler manufacturer globally, has announced its official entry into the Republic of Italy. This expansion marks the company’s entry into its 49th international market.

Product distribution will be managed by Pelpi International, a large distributor that offers sales, service, and parts through a network of over 160 dealers. Initial distribution will focus on key cities with 36 dealers, with plans to expand to 54 touchpoints.

The three models available at launch are the Xpulse 200 4V, Xpulse 200 4V Pro and Hunk 440. Both models comply with E5+ and EU standards.

Hunk 440: This model enters the L3e−A2 performance category. Its engine delivers torque of 36.0 Nm at 4000 rpm and power of 27 BHP at 6000 rpm. It features dual-channel ABS with 320 mm front and 240 mm rear discs, USD Cartridge Forks by KYB, a full-digital TFT display and navigation. The Hunk 440 starts at EUR 3,990 (Incl. VAT) and is available in Twilight Blue and Phantom Black.

Xpulse 200 Family: The Xpulse 200 4V Pro has a 4-Valve head that produces 18.9 BHP and 17.35 Nm torque. It includes three ABS Modes (Road, Off-road, and Rally). It is equipped with a digital speedometer, inverted LCD Display, navigation, and LED Projector headlamps. The Xpulse 200 4V starts at EUR 2,990, and the Xpulse 200 4V Pro at EUR 3,190.

Hero MotoCorp will offer a standard 3-year warranty and an additional 2-year warranty as a launch offer, extending the total warranty to 5 years.

Sanjay Bhan, Executive Vice-President, Hero MotoCorp, said, "Entering Italy, the very heartland of two-wheeler culture, marks a defining milestone in Hero MotoCorp’s global expansion journey. We aim to redefine ‘The Future of Mobility’ at a global scale with next-gen smart mobility solutions that cater to diverse riding preferences. With products that reflect both the Explorer and Liberator spirit, we are inviting Italian riders to experience Limitless Freedom and Limitless Adventure every day. Our success in the Dakar Rally with Hero MotoSports is a testimony of our global engineering excellence and the innovation in products that we are bringing for Italy market."

Cesare Gali, Managing Director, Pelpi International, said, “We are proud to champion Hero MotoCorp’s entry into Italy. Their global scale, product quality, and the unparalleled commitment of a 5-year warranty give us immense confidence. The Hunk 440 and Xpulse 200 fill crucial, highly competitive segments in Italy, offering a unique blend of technology and value that will resonate deeply with Italian consumers.”

Pelpi International will make the brand available with 36 dealerships across key cities.

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Chennai-headquartered mid-size motorcycle major Royal Enfield has further expanded its online presence on e-commerce platform Amazon India. The company is making available its entire range of 350cc motorcycles on the e-commerce platform.

The partnership aims to offer convenience in the purchasing process, in addition to payment options available on the platform. The purchase option is currently open to customers in five cities: Ahmedabad, Chennai, Hyderabad, New Delhi and Pune.

The range of 350cc models available includes the Classic 350, Bullet 350, Hunter 350, Goan Classic 350 and the new Meteor 350. These will be sold through a dedicated Royal Enfield brand store on Amazon India.

Delivery and aftersales service will be handled by the customer’s chosen Royal Enfield dealership in the city. The brand page also allows customers to buy genuine motorcycle accessories (GMAs), riding gear and merchandise.

Royal Enfield 350cc motorcycles are now available on two e-commerce platforms, reaching ten cities in India. They are sold through Amazon.in in Ahmedabad, Chennai, Hyderabad, New Delhi and Pune, and via Flipkart.com in Bengaluru, Gurugram, Kolkata, Lucknow and Mumbai.

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Aprilia Racing has achieved global success with the limited-edition RSV4 X-GP, announcing that all 30 units sold out in just fourteen days following its introduction at the Catalunya Grand Prix.

The company stated that the immediate sell-out confirms the strong international appeal of Aprilia's ‘X’ brand, which the company states is a reference point for exclusivity, innovation and pure performance.

Enthusiasts from markets including Europe, the United Arab Emirates, Australia, Malaysia and the United States secured the bikes, with booking requests reportedly exceeding availability during the presentation weekend itself.

The RSV4 X-GP was created by the Noale Racing Department to mark the 10^th anniversary of the RS-GP's debut in MotoGP, featuring the official MotoGP Team livery. It is the most powerful RSV4 ever built, boasting 238 HP for a mere 165 kg of weight, creating an ‘unprecedented riding experience.’

The bike introduces several track-focused innovations derived directly from the RS-GP prototype, notably becoming the first factory derivative bike in the world to feature leg and tail wings – aerodynamic solutions previously exclusive to the MotoGP machine. It also includes a structural carbon seat support.

Massimo Rivola, CEO, Aprilia Racing, said, “X confirms its status for Aprilia Racing as an exclusive and niche brand with enormous potential. Aprilia Racing is synonymous with innovation and it fills us with pride to see that, even at a strategic and product level, we have created an iconic brand and a new type of absolutely exclusive bike, conceived specifically for track enthusiasts.”

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