Credited of resuurecting some of the most coveted two-wheeler brands in the world such as BSA and Jawa/Yezdi brand of motorcycles, Classic Legends is ready for electrification in India, mentioned Co-Founder Anupam Thareja at a function recently in Kolkata for the launch of the Jawa 42 FJ.  

He said that the company is all set for enter the electric two-wheeler market in India but is not looking at pioneering the effort. planning to be one of the pioneers. “At Classic Legends, we're prepared for this transition. While we don’t aim to be the first to market, we've invested heavily in research and development over the past four years, improving our technology year after year. Our engineers are constantly working to make electric vehicles better, faster, longer-lasting, smoother and with enhanced user interfaces. We're focused on making electrification more efficient and practical,” he added. 

Commenting that electrification is a gradual process and it has already begun in India with impressive strides, Thareja said, "The country's progress has been anything but linear—it's advancing rapidly. In the two-wheeler segment, scooters are leading the charge because they are ideal for intra-city commutes. On the other hand, the electric motorcycle market is still relatively small."

Providing an example of fitting a 500-km range battery into a motorcycle, which would make it larger than the motorcycle itself, Thareja averred, "The advancements in technology and infrastructure are essential prerequisites for widespread motorcycle electrification.”

Revealing that the company has already entered the electric motorcycle market in Europe, Thareja commented, "In India, we have just introduced the biggest single-cylinder motorcycle the BSA Golstar and the Jawa 42 FJ, which marks an exciting new chapter for the '42 Lfe' theme." 

Increasing market share

Launching the Jawa 42 FJ in the eastern India market starting with the launch in Kolkata, Classic Legends is keen that this motorcycle builds on the success of the 42 and 42 Bobber. A 350 cc neo-classic model, the Jawa 42 FJ points to superior design and an unparalleled riding experience.

With first set of deliveries of the new motorcycle already carried out in Kolkata, Classic Legends is working to expand its network in Bengal. It is working to take the touchpoint network from the present 13 to more than 20 by the end of this fiscal. The company, in this direction, is planning to open 200 showrooms across India as well. These would be across Tier I, II and III cities. 

With some of its models competing with another retro-motorcycle maker Royal Enfield, Classic Legends has impressive plans to increase its market share in place. They are engineered to ‘increase the overall neo-classic motorcycle market, said Thareja.

Planning to sell 100,000 units of its Jawa and Yezdi range by the third quarter of FY2025-26, the company is working towards quickly gaining the ground it lost to Covid-19 pandemic.  

"We aim to gain higher sales in the premium motorcycles segment. Presently we are selling 4,000 to 5,000 units per month among the brands which the company owns. We aim at selling one lakh units per annum in the next 12 months,” said Thareja. 

“We may be a four-year-old company, but Covid effectively took out two years. If you discount those, it feels like in just two years, everyone knows about Jawa. Today, when someone considers buying a 350cc motorcycle, the brands under Classic Legends are as prominent as any other in the market. As we gradually introduce new models with varied pricing and segmentation, our focus isn’t just on increasing market share. Our goal is to expand the motorcycling community, not just our slice of the motorcycle market. In the next 12 months, we expect to surpass the 100,000-unit sales mark. Currently, we sell around 5,000 bikes monthly across both the Jawa and Yezdi brands,” he explained. 

Enter BSA Goldstar

Partnering with e-commerce platform Flipkart, which has helped with the sale of its motorcycles, Classic Legends is banking big on the BSA Goldstar 650 retro-classic motorcycle in India. Launched on the even of India’s 78th Independence Day in Mumbai and produced at the company's plant in Pithampur, Indore, the BSA Goldstar 650 is already being sold in the overseas markets of Europe such as UK. 

Commenting on the rationale behind relaunching this iconic machine, a company official noted, “When you look at this motorcycle space today, there aren't many players. You have Triumph, but Harley Davidson doesn’t compete with the BSA Goldstar. In the mid-cc segment, it’s really just Classic Legends and Royal Enfield. The 650cc segment is highly competitive, but it’s also about expanding the spectrum of options available in the market.”

“Royal Enfield popularised the 650cc segment by introducing a two-cylinder engine. Meanwhile, Kawasaki offers three-cylinder engines, and Honda provides four-cylinder options. What makes Classic Legends stand out is that we brought back the big single-cylinder engine, which has been absent from this category for over a decade. It offers a unique riding experience and will contribute to enhancing India's motorcycle culture. Even if volumes take time to grow, this segment will continue to thrive.”

Thareja, who owns 20 percent stake in Classic Legends, said that Jawa and BSA bikes are also sold in the Czech Republic and the UK respectively, besides India.

Comments (0)

ADD COMMENT

Link Copied!

Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, has launched its XPulse 200 4V and XPulse 200 Pro motorcycles in the United Kingdom, expanding its international adventure motorcycle line-up.

The rollout represents the next phase of the manufacturer's European expansion, following its initial entry into the UK market last year through a distribution partnership with MotoGB.

The motorcycles were introduced at the Inch Perfect Trials in the Ribble Valley, marking the brand's latest European expansion following recent market entries in Italy and Spain. Distribution and aftersales service will be managed via MotoGB’s network of 36 sales and service outlets across the UK, with all models backed by a two-year warranty.

Both models are powered by a 199.6cc, four-stroke, four-valve, single-cylinder, oil-cooled engine paired with a five-speed constant-mesh transmission. The engine produces 18.9 BHP at 8,500 RPM and 17.35 Nm of torque at 6,500 RPM. The motorcycles feature an LCD instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation, a Class-D LED projector headlamp and three anti-lock braking system (ABS) modes (Road, Off-Road and Rally).

Harshavardhan Chitale, CEO, Hero MotoCorp, said, “The launch of the XPulse 200 series marks an important step in strengthening Hero MotoCorp’s global adventure motorcycling portfolio in the UK. The XPulse has created a strong identity globally as an accessible yet highly capable adventure motorcycle that appeals to both - everyday riders and off-road enthusiasts. With its proven performance, versatility and adventure-focused DNA, we are confident that the XPulse range will strongly resonate with the riders. As we continue to expand across international markets, our focus remains on bringing globally benchmarked products and building deeper customer engagement worldwide.”

The XPulse 200 Pro includes hardware adaptations for off-road use, featuring handlebar risers to assist with standing positions and an extended gear shift lever designed to accommodate off-road riding boots. Both variants are equipped with protective bash plates, handguards, and a rear luggage plate with integrated cargo hooks as standard equipment.

Comments (0)

ADD COMMENT

Link Copied!

Chennai-headquartered two-wheeler and three-wheeler major TVS Motor Company, a part of TVS Group, has appointed Ravindran Shanmugam as an independent director for a 5-year term, effective 13 May 2026, pending shareholder approval.

Shanmugam is a technology entrepreneur and business leader with experience in digital transformation and AI platforms. He currently serves as the Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of Mablle, an AI-based interior design platform in Singapore. He has previously worked as a management consultant at McKinsey & Company and is an alumnus of the University of Oxford.

Sudarshan Venu, Chairman, TVS Motor Company, said, “Ravindran Shanmugam brings deep expertise in digital & consumer-focused businesses, and AI-led transformation, along with strong experience in strategy, entrepreneurship and scaling businesses across global markets. His perspectives will add valuable depth to the TVS Motor board as we continue to strengthen our future-ready growth ambitions. We are delighted to welcome him and look forward to benefiting from his insights and guidance.”

Ravindran Shanmugam, said, “I am honoured to join the board of TVS Motor Company, an institution with a strong legacy of engineering excellence, customer trust and global ambition. Mobility is being reshaped by technology, digital ecosystems, AI and evolving consumer expectations, and TVS Motor is well positioned to play a meaningful role in this transformation. I look forward to contributing to the board’s deliberations and supporting the company’s long-term growth journey with perspectives from technology-led transformation, platform businesses and consumer-focused innovation.”

Comments (0)

ADD COMMENT

Link Copied!

Chennai-headquartered two-wheeler and three-wheeler major TVS Motor Company has reported revenue of INR 472.70 billion for FY2025-26, up 30 percent YoY, as compared to INR 362.51 billion last year.

The company reported its operating EBITDA for the year stood at 12.9 percent, while operating profit before tax reached INR 49.75 billion, up 40 percent YoY.

For FY2026, combined sales of two and three-wheelers increased by 24 percent to 5.88 million units. Within this total, motorcycle sales rose by 24 percent to 2.71 million units, while scooter sales grew by 27 percent to 2.41 million units.

Three-wheeler sales reached 219,000 units, an increase of 63 percent, while electric vehicle sales grew by 33 percent to 371,000 units, bringing the total customer base for this segment to more than 900,000.

For Q4 FY2026, the company recorded revenue of INR 128.08 billion, the operating EBITDA margin for the quarter was 13.1 percent. Normalised revenue for the quarter grew by 36 percent when excluding benefits from government incentive schemes recorded in the prior year.

Comments (0)

ADD COMMENT

Link Copied!

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers, has officially launched the NX500 E-Clutch at a price of INR 743,900 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The new variant introduces Honda's globally proven clutch automation technology to the mid-size adventure touring segment, priced approximately INR 111,000 higher than the standard manual version.

The E-Clutch system manages clutch engagement and disengagement during starting, gear shifting and stopping, effectively eliminating the need for the rider to pull the clutch lever. However, the system allows for manual override at any time and the motorcycle retains a traditional clutch lever for riders who prefer hands-on control.

The NX500 E-Clutch features a 471cc liquid-cooled, parallel-twin engine producing 47 bhp and 43 Nm of torque. It gets a 6-speed gearbox with the automated E-Clutch system; the mechanism adds only 3 kg to the bike's kerb weight (now 199 kg). The motorcycle gets steel diamond frame with Showa 41mm SFF-BP USD front forks and a preload-adjustable rear monoshock.

In terms of stopping, it gets dual 296mm front discs and a 240mm rear disc with dual-channel ABS as standard.  

The NX500 features a 5-inch full-colour TFT display with Honda RoadSync (navigation, calls, music), Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) and all-LED lighting.

Tsutsu Otani,  President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India, said, “The Honda NX500 equipped with E Clutch technology enhances comfort and control across both urban and touring environments in India, by reducing rider fatigue, while retaining the engaging, hands-on riding experience that defines Honda motorcycles.”

The NX500 E-Clutch is available in two colour options – Mat Gunpowder Black Metallic and Pearl Horizon White.

Comments (0)

ADD COMMENT

Link Copied!