Kabira Mobility launched two hi-speed electric bikes – KM3000 and KM4000- targeting the young generation. The company now plans to go on mass production with a new plant being set up in Dharwad with an investment of INR 300 crore. “After the launch of two new hi-speed bikes, we will focus on mass production to meet demand. The plant will have a capacity to make 75,000 units per month and be fully functional by March this year,” said Jaibir Singh Siwach, CEO, Kabira Mobility.

Siwach claims the new Dharwad plant will be India’s largest EV plant, spread over 200,000 sq ft and generate 4000 direct and around 10000 indirect employment. Currently, the company has two plants, one in Goa and another in Dharwad, which have a production capacity of 10,000 units and 8,000 units, respectively.

Kabira Mobility is bringing its products in the market, which is being flooded with new products by established players and start-ups. However, the company has chosen its target customers- office goer and student segments.

“Around 80 percent of college students and office employees have less than 50 km run every day, and our new bikes give a range of more than 100 km per charge. Our targeted customers can charge their bikes at corporate parking premises and home. So, the range and charging will not be an issue. Being India’s fastest electric bikes, these bikes will thrill the young generation, who love speed and performance,” he said.

The KM 3000 is a fully faired sports-tourer with a top speed of 100 km/hr and has a riding range of 120 km on a single charge, claimed the company. The KM 4000, a street bike with naked design elements, is the fastest electric bike in the Indian market, with a top speed of 120 km/hr and a riding range of 160 km on a single charge. The bike supports Type 02 Universal Charger, which comes with an anti-removable lock and allows the rider to charge anywhere. Both bikes’ digital dashboard comes with 450 nits of brightness and Bluetooth connectivity, which shows ride statistics.

The company has also provided the keyless start feature available on KM Connect. Built for Indian Roads with IP67 Water Resistance which allows KM 3000 and KM 4000 to run in all weather and terrains. The bikes’ motor also comes with a dual sensor and temperature sensor for improved durability.

The company said deliveries of these bikes would start from May-2021. The company will launch its next products in July.

Speaking on the launch, Siwach said, “These bikes are a living testament to technological superiority and styling. We plan to extend our electric bike range by introducing more products to our portfolio. We believe that today’s young and mobile Indian has a strong appetite for powerful bikes simultaneously without causing any damage to the environment, and so, we see significant potential for these bikes in India. We aim to create a strong network that will provide our customers with a world-class experience and encourage the electric super biking segment in India.”

Additionally, through the KM mobile application, an owner can view charge cycles, battery temperature, battery score, and battery capacity used.

There are two modes of charging: Eco mode and Boost mode. The KM300 is more suited for overnight charging requiring 6 hours for a full charge; the latter takes two hours to charge fully.

The heart of the matter- the 4.4 kW battery- comes with a three-year warranty and is also fireproof.

Siwach said the bikes come with a battery life of 2,000 cycles and with a five-year warranty. “We also give the first three-year free replacement warranty,” he said.

The CEO also claims over 90 percent content of the bikes is localised. “All parts, including controllers and motors, except battery cells, are procured locally even battery packs are sourced from a local partner,” he said. The company also has in-house capabilities for building battery packs. It has partnered with Delta, Gabriel, Napino and Ceat for the local spare parts supply.

Talking on precaution on battery safety, Siwach said, “Battery explosions are no more challenge for EV makers. Battery safety largely depends on battery chemistry, components and BMS. If you use cheap components, then you compromise battery safety. We maintain the highest standard in battery safety.”

Both new bikes, powered by a DeltaEV BLDC Motor, are equipped with a digital instrument cluster featuring Bluetooth connectivity, optional riding modes, and a motor power indicator. Similarly, both motorcycles reach 0-40 km/hr in under three seconds and share the same DeltaEV Smart FOC Controller to regulate speed.

The riding modes include Eco, City, and Sports. The Anti-Theft is a practical feature that locks up the wheel on any unauthorised movement.

The recently-launched motorcycles are part of Kabira’s Phase-1 plan to commence operations in Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Pune, and Hyderabad. Phase-2 will include 50 major cities in India and is expected to kick-off in August 2021.

Kabira Mobility got into the EV business in 2017 with six engineers with an aim to redefine India’s personal mobility industry. In 2019, it developed six different prototype models targeting school and college students, office goers and the delivery segment. The company unveiled five electric scooters- Kollegio, Kollegio Neo, Kollegio Plus, Intercity and Intercity Neo and one electric motorcycle-KM 3000 at the Auto Expo 2020.

“We unveiled the models in Auto Expo 2020 and launched them in June 2020. We received an encouraging response,” said Siwach. The Kollegio series, come with a swappable battery option, is designed for colleague students. The Intercity series come with cutting edge technology and functionality for daily city travellers and rental services.

During the development years of KM3000 and KM4000, the company engineers travel around the world and collected suitable inputs to develop the bikes in the local context.

As of now Kabira Mobility has more than 22 dealers and targets to get 50 dealers onboard pan India soon. At the initial stage, the company will set up dealers in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Goa. “In these states, we will expand the dealer network deeply. However, for the rest states, we will focus on metro cities,” he said.

The company is looking for dealers passionate about electric vehicles with auto industry experience. “ We are also providing training to dealers on service of our products.” Kabira Mobility will provide on-call services in the major cities.

On spare parts side, Siwach does not find any challenge. “As the bike is made in India with over 90 percent local content, the company does not see any challenge in supplying spare parts,” Siwach added. (MT)

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Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler maker Simple Energy has inaugurated five new retail outlets in Delhi, Nashik, Aurangabad and Siliguri. The expansion increases the company's footprint across North, East and Western India, bringing its total network to approximately 70 outlets in 38 cities.

The company has implemented a strategy of pairing showrooms with dedicated service centres to support vehicle ownership. The EV maker has added two new locations in Delhi and Maharashtra each. It has also added a new 3S facility in Siliguri, West Bengal.

The new stores showcase the Simple One Gen 2 and Simple OneS Gen 2 e-scooter lineups. The Gen 2 model is available in two battery configurations (4.5 kWh) at INR 169,999 and 5.0 kWh battery configuration at INR 177,999 designed for long-range commuting. The prices are all ex-showroom Bengaluru, respectively.

Going forward, Simple Energy aims to reach 100 stores across India in the coming months. Future locations identified for expansion include Nagpur, Ranchi and Bhubaneshwar. The company currently operates in major hubs including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kochi.

Suhas Rajkumar, Founder & CEO, Simple Energy, said, “This expansion of Simple Stores marks a key step in strengthening our pan-India presence. By growing our footprint across North, East, and Western India, we are enhancing accessibility and building a stronger service network for our customers. Our scooters are engineered for long range and high performance, delivering reliable, anxiety-free rides for everyday commuting. As we scale towards 100 stores across India, we remain focused on making electric mobility practical, dependable, and widely accessible.”

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Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has recorded 10 million cumulative sales in the East region of India. The achievement covers markets in West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Jharkhand and the north-eastern states, signalling the manufacturer's expansion across both metropolitan and semi-urban areas.

The sales volume has been driven primarily by demand in cities such as Kolkata, Patna, Ranchi, Bhubaneswar and Guwahati. Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India's operations in the region are supported by a network of over 1,200 sales and service touchpoints.

The Activa and Dio models remain the primary drivers in the scooter segment, while SP125 and Shine 125 were volume contributors in the motorcycle segment. The company recently entered the EV market with the Activa e: and QC1 electric scooters.

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India currently maintains a diverse product line-up ranging from 100cc to 200cc in the mass-market segment. For premium motorcycles, the company operates two distinct retail formats: BigWing Topline, which handles the 200cc to 1800cc range in major cities, and BigWing, which focuses on the mid-size 200cc to 500cc segment.

The current premium range includes models such as the CB350 series, NX500, and the Gold Wing Tour. Growth in the East region is attributed to brand trust, product quality, and established resale value within the local market.

Mutsuo Usui, Director - Sales & Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “The 10 million sales milestone in the East region reflects how deeply our products are integrated into the everyday mobility needs of customers across diverse markets. The accelerated growth in recent years highlights the increasing confidence in our portfolio and the strength of our network across metros as well as emerging towns. As we move ahead, our focus will remain on expanding accessibility, strengthening customer experience and driving the next phase of growth across the region.”

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Triumph Motorcycles has attained a new sales milestone of having over 100,000 motorcycles on Indian roads. Following this, the two-wheeler maker has announced updated pricing for its mid-capacity range, offering on-road savings of up to INR 21,500. The new price structure is supported by an 18 percent GST bracket applicable to the company's 350cc engine models.

The company is targeting growth in FY2026-27, leveraging its network of over 230 stores across 200 towns in India. The revised pricing strategy is intended to increase the accessibility of the 350cc and 400cc portfolios while maintaining the engineering standards and engine character associated with the brand.

Updated Pricing (Ex-showroom Delhi):

• Triumph Speed T4: INR 195,000
• Triumph Speed 400: INR 231,890
• Triumph Scrambler 400: INR 259,241
• Triumph Thruxton 400: INR 265,538
• Triumph Scrambler 400 XC: INR 289,534

Manik Nangia, President, Probiking, Bajaj Auto, said, "Bolstered by the massive success of our 400 range, with 100,000 Triumphs now on Indian roads, we enter FY2027 with strong momentum. The 18 percent GST bracket enables more competitive pricing while retaining the character and engineering excellence that define our products. We are confident that with these on-road savings, we will be able to bring many more riders into the Triumph family."

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Royal Enfield has announced the expansion of its Hunter 350 portfolio with the introduction of a Base Premium variant and two additional colourways for the Top variant. The updates were unveiled at the company’s HunterHood event in Lucknow on 4 April 2026.

The new Base Premium variant, available in Tarmac Black, is designed to provide an entry point into the range while incorporating features from higher-specification models.

It now gets alloy wheels replacing traditional spoke rims, a digi-analogue instrument cluster paired with rotary switchgear, single-channel ABS and a slip and assist clutch.

It also gets an updated round halogen headlamp, stitched seat and grab rail.

Furthermore, the top variants get two colour options Mumbai Yellow and Moonshot White.

The expansion aims to increase the reach of the Hunter 350 beyond urban centres into smaller towns and rural markets. The model continues to target a generation of riders seeking a lightweight and agile motorcycle for city environments.

The Hunter 350 base premium Tarmac Black model comes at INR 149,900 and the top variant in Mumbai Yellow / Moonshot White at INR 169,804.

Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Chief Commercial Officer, Royal Enfield, said, “The Hunter 350 continues to resonate strongly with a new generation of riders who value simplicity, usability and a strong sense of identity in what they ride. With the introduction of the Base Premium variant, we are strengthening the Hunter’s proposition by offering meaningful upgrades that enhance the everyday riding experience while keeping the platform accessible to a wider set of riders. This allows the Hunter to continue expanding its footprint not just in urban centres, but increasingly across smaller towns and rural markets as well. Additionally, the new colourways — Mumbai Yellow and Moonshot White — further reinforce the Hunter’s role as a motorcycle that reflects the culture, individuality and self-expression of the riders who choose it. We are confident that the 2026 Hunter 350 will continue to strengthen its place as a defining motorcycle for a new generation of riders across India.”

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