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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Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters, has announced its official entry into France in partnership with GD France. This move expands the company’s presence to 52 international markets and deepens its European footprint following successful expansions in Italy, Spain and the UK.

The French debut was marked by the launch of the company’s Euro 5+ range, led by the Hunk 440 motorcycle, at the UTAC Mortefontaine proving ground near Paris.

Sanjay Bhan, Executive Vice President, Hero MotoCorp, said: "Building on our presence in Italy, Spain, and the UK, Hero MotoCorp’s entry into the France market marks another milestone in our journey of global expansion. Our partnership with GD France, further strengthens our European footprint. The launch of the Hunk 440 reflects our deep understanding of French riders and their expectations for reliability, superior-quality and performance-driven machine. The new Hunk 440 not only delivers on these expectations but also offers an ownership experience that is both accessible and aspirational. This unique combination of superior engineering, refined design and long-lasting performance is set to disrupt the current segment and offers the first-time owners as well as seasoned enthusiasts alike the opportunity to begin their motorcycling journey with a true sense of limitless freedom.”

GD France will distribute the Hero MotoCorp product range, initially through a network of 30 official sales and service outlets across major French cities, with plans to expand to over 50 dealers by 2026.

Ghislain GUIOT, CEO, GD France, said, “We are proud to partner with Hero MotoCorp for their entry into the French market. Both Hero MotoCorp and GD France share a deep commitment to putting customers first and ensuring a seamless ownership experience, supported by a robust sales and service network across the country. Beginning with the Hunk 440, we aim to offer riders a unique combination of technology and value - a combination that we believe will deeply resonate with consumers in France.”

The flagship Hunk 440 is E5+ and EU-compliant, entering the A2 performance category with a focus on city commuting and motorway acceleration. It delivers 36 Nm of low-end torque at 4000 rpm and a peak power of 27 bhp at 6,000 rpm. The Hunk 440 comes with high tensile steel trellis frame for stability and handling. Equipped with dual-channel ABS on 320 mm front and 240 mm rear discs, USD Cartridge Forks by KYB, a full-digital and connected TFT display and turn-by-turn navigation.

The Hunk 440 is available starting at EUR 3,599 (including VAT) in two colours: Twilight Blue and Phantom Black.

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Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has attained a new milestone of having surpassed 35 million sales for its popular Activa scooter range across the country. This achievement, which spans 24 years since the scooter’s launch in 2001, includes the Activa 110, Activa 125 and Activa-i models.

The company highlighted that the scooter's journey reflects its connection with customers, providing mobility across the country. The Activa plays a key role in the Japanese major's presence in the Indian two-wheeler market.

Over the year, the Activa has created a strong name for itself, achieving its first 10 million customers by 2015, 20 million by 2018 and now 35 million in 2025.

The success is attributed to the scooter's adaptability, having incorporated updates in technology and user experience while maintaining focus on ease of use, consistency and fuel efficiency.

It was just recently, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India introduced the Activa e:, the popular scooter in an electric avatar. In August 2025, the company launched the Activa and Activa 125 anniversary editions.

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TVS Motor Company has announced its highest-ever operating revenue, sales, and profits for the Q2 FY2026. The performance was supported by growth across its two-wheeler, three-wheeler and exports.

The company's operating revenue grew by 29 percent YoY, reaching INR 119.05 billion, compared to INR 92.28 billion for the same period last year. It reported its best-ever EBITDA of INR 15 billion, up 40 percent as compared to INR 10.8 billion last year. The profit before tax came at INR 12.26 billion, as against INR 8.97 billion a year ago.

It is to be noted that the profit before tax for the quarter includes fair valuation loss on investments held by the company, amounting to INR 310 million, as against fair valuation gain of INR 230 million during Q2 last year.

During the quarter, the company saw scooter sales touch 639,000 units, up 30 percent, motorcycle sales grew 20 percent to 673,000 units, while electric vehicle sales clocked 80,000 units, up 7 percent YoY respectively. The company noted that magnet availability continues to pose short-to-medium term challenges for the segment.

On the exports front, the company reported sales of 363,000 two-wheelers, up 31 percent YoY.

For H1 FY2026, the revenue came at INR 219.86 billion, up 25 percent YoY and profit before tax of INR 22.79 billion, up 36 percent YoY.

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Hero MotoCorp, one of the leading global manufacturers of scooters and motorcycles, has announced its entry into the United Kingdom (UK) market through a partnership with distributor MotoGB. This move makes the UK the company’s 51st international market, building on its recent expansions in Italy and Spain.

The company will introduce its Euro 5+ range, led by the Hunk 440, a motorcycle designed to meet the demand for motorcycles in the region.

Sanjay Bhan, Executive Vice-President, Hero MotoCorp, said, "Hero MotoCorp’s entry into the United Kingdom marks a defining milestone in our global expansion journey. Following our foray into Italy and Spain, our partnership with MotoGB, further strengthens our European footprint. The launch of Hunk 440 reflects our deep understanding UK riders - a motorcycle that stays true to the core of motorcycling while offering style, performance and reliability in accessible package. With this launch, we aim to make premium motorcycles accessible for first-time riders, and enthusiasts alike. With a presence now spanning 51 international markets, we reaffirm our commitment to redefining the future of mobility through our next-gen mobility solutions that deliver Limitless Freedom and Limitless Adventure to riders globally.”

MotoGB, a Lancashire-based distributor, will initially make the Hero MotoCorp product range available through a network of over 25 official sales and service outlets. The partnership plans to expand to over 35 locations by 2026.

Matt Kay, General Manager of MotoGB, said, “We are proud to partner with Hero MotoCorp as they make their debut in the UK market. Both Hero MotoCorp and MotoGB share a deep commitment to putting customers first and ensuring a seamless ownership experience, supported by a robust sales and service network across the country. Beginning with the Hunk 440, we will be able to offer riders a unique combination of technology and value that will resonate deeply with consumers in the United Kingdom.”

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