Royal Enfield commissioned a new plant in Thailand to assemble its motorcycles out of CKD kits supplied from India. The facility marks the two-wheeler maker’s first such in Thailand and sixth globally. 
Located at Samut Prakan near Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand, the facility – fully owned and operated by Royal Enfield – will help the two-wheeler major to cater to the home market of Thailand as well as the surrounding markets. 
Adding to the number of such facilities Royal Enfield has in Argentina, Colombia, Brazil, Bangladesh and Nepal, the Thai facility is spread over an area of 57000 sq. ft and can do 30,000 units per year. 
Modern, efficient and flexible, the facility will initially cater to the home market of Thailand. It will ramp up in a phase wise manner to cater to the other markets in the region over time. 
Of the opinion that the reception from the international audience has been great as they look for motorcycles that are accessible and a unique extension of their personality, B Govindarajan, CEO, Royal Enfield, averred, “Royal Enfield has been working extensively to grow the middleweight motorcycling segment globally. We have an evocative range of motorcycles across various platforms catering to our global audiences.”
Emphasising that Royal Enfield is a truly global brand and ranks among the top mid-segment motorcycle brands in markets such as the UK, Korea, Australia-New Zealand among others, he explained, “Our strategic intent is to have an international expansion strategy of investing in markets with huge potential to grow. Thailand assembly plant caters to this vision. We thereby are bringing more and more motorcycle enthusiasts to experience the DNA of Royal Enfield - Pure Motorcycling”.
 

TVS Motor Company, a leading manufacturer of two- and three-wheelers in the country, has appointed Gaurav Gupta as President of India 2W business.

Based out of Bengaluru he will report to K N Radhakrishnan, Director & CEO, TVS Motor Company and will focus on both ICE and EV two-wheeler business.

Gupta comes with over three decades of experience and has worked in multiple geographies including India, China, Dubai, Indonesia, Vietnam, and ASEAN markets. In his last stint, he served as the Deputy Managing Director and Chief Growth Officer for JSW MG Motor India. He has also served as MD for Bridgestone Tire Indonesia and also held various position for General Motors in the Asia Pacific region.

K N Radhakrishnan, Director & CEO, TVS Motor Company, said, “Gaurav has rich experience and expertise that will add significant value to the company. The company has been on a steady growth trajectory, delivering results well ahead of the industry. We are confident that under his leadership, we will further strengthen our market position and continue to set benchmarks. We wish him the very best and welcome him to the TVSM family.”

Bengaluru-based performance electric motorcycle manufacturer Ultraviolette has launched its latest offering, the F77 SuperStreet, at an introductory price starting INR 299,000.

The F77 SuperStreet is equipped with a 10.3 kWh battery pack, delivers a peak power output of 30 kW (40.2 hp), 100 Nm of peak torque and can accelerate from zero to 60 kmph in a claimed 2.8 seconds. The e-motorcycle can attain a top spead of 155 kmph and has a claimed IDC range of 323 km.

The F77 SuperStreet features an upright riding posture and comfortable ergonomics, as compared to the F77 Mach 2’s sports styled riding stance.

The e-motorcycle gets 3-level Traction Control System, 10 levels of Regenerative Braking, Dynamic Stability Control (UV DSC), Hill Hold and it is also outfitted with Delta Watch for security.

Narayan Subramaniam, CEO & Co-Founder, Ultraviolette, said, “From launching the F77 MACH 2 last year, within a short span of 8 months, we are proud to introduce yet another significant milestone through our intensive R&D – the F77 SuperStreet. The F77 SuperStreet was conceived from the invaluable feedback received from customers and is a true testament to further strengthening our commitment towards them. This motorcycle perfectly combines power, agility, and a futuristic design to deliver an exhilarating riding experience that seamlessly integrates advanced engineering with everyday usability.”

Niraj Rajmohan, CTO & Co-Founder, Ultraviolette, said, "The F77 SuperStreet sets forth a smart proposition for those who demand usable performance out of their daily street riding. We have not just launched a new motorcycle with a completely different form factor but also recently introduced a Type 2 interface for charging, for our valued customers. With this interface we have now enabled access to all AC car charging stations as well, across India. This advancement ensures on-the-go charging, anytime and anywhere facilitating seamless inter-state riding.” 

The F77 SuperStreet can be had in four colour options – Turbo Red, Afterburner Yellow, Stellar White and Cosmic Black. Furthermore, it can be customised with a host of accessories such as Aero Discs, Tank Grips, Lever Guards, TPMS, Puncture Kit, Screen Guard, Top Box, Soft Panniers, Hard Panniers and a Type 2 Charging Interface. 

The F77 Superstreet will come in two variants – the F77 SuperStreet and F77 SuperStreet Recon with deliveries commencing in March 2025. 

India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt. Ltd. has announced a price reduction of up to INR 110,000 on its flagship models – the Yamaha R3 and MT-03 – with effect from 1 February 2025.

The new pricing of the Yamaha R3 is INR 359,900 (ex-showroom, Delhi), and it comes in two colour options: Yamaha Black and Icon Blue. The MT-03, on the other hand, is now priced at INR 349,900 (ex-showroom, Delhi) and is available in Midnight Cyan and Midnight Black colour variants. It is notable for its aggressive look and street performance. These models are currently offered at amazing pricing and are renowned for their exceptional performance and Yamaha's distinctive racing DNA. This pricing change demonstrates Yamaha's dedication to its clientele and the high-end motorcycle market as the company commemorates 10 years of the R3 legacy worldwide.

Because of its classic design, thrilling performance and track-oriented accuracy, the Yamaha R3 has developed a cult following among riding enthusiasts worldwide over the past decade. The R3 provides an exhilarating riding experience because to its lightweight diamond frame, aerodynamic design modelled after Yamaha's legendary YZR-M1 and potent 321-cc engine. It is the ideal partner for track and road aficionados because to its innovative braking system, athletic riding position and 50/50 weight distribution.

The aggressive design and torque-focused performance of the Yamaha MT-03, a hyper-naked streetfighter, make it stand out. With its mass-forward bodywork that accentuates its distinctive character, twin-eye LED headlamps and an upright riding stance, it is designed for agility and everyday use. The MT-03's small design and mono-cross rear suspension provide unparalleled manoeuvrability in city traffic, while its 321-cc engine, which powers the R3, ensures exhilarating acceleration and smooth performance.

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), one of the leading two-wheeler manufacturers globally, is doubling down on its bet on the domestic market.

In a recent interaction with Japanese media, the company announced its future plans including setting up a new dedicated manufacturing facility for electric two-wheelers in Karnataka, India.

In an investor presentation, Daiki Mihara, Operating Executive, Head, Motorcycle And Power Products Electrification Business Unit, Electrification Business Development Operations, Honda Motor Co, revealed that in 2030 the Japanese major aims to sell 4 million two-wheelers globally, have 30 electric model offerings and achieve 50 percent cost reduction for finished electric two-wheelers. By 2030 the company will invest YEN 500 billion.

In terms of profitability, its operating profit margin will grow by 5 percent by 2030 and more than 10 percent post-2030.

India will take a bigger responsibility where the company is looking to introduce a wide range of electric two-wheelers by combining modules. While the exact product line-up is not revealed, the investor presentation hints towards a dirt bike, five new e-scooters, and an electric motorcycle too. It is betting on modularity and the

The Japanese automaker is also optimistic about seeing its global two-wheeler sales cross the 500 million unit cumulative sales milestone this year.

For FY2025, Honda Motors Co expects two-wheeler sales to reach 20.2 million units, which is approximately 40 percent share of global motorcycle sales. The Asian market, including India, Indonesia, Thailand and Vietnam, accounts for 85 percent of global unit sales (17.17 million units), and Japan, Europe and the U.S. markets account for 6 percent (1.2 million units).

The idea is to capture 50 percent global market share in two-wheeler sales across Internal Combustion Engine and EVs.

For this India will act both as a domestic manufacturing and export hub, ‘Honda will further expand its motorcycle business by implementing efficient product strategies globally, such as exporting high-value, highly-competitive products nurtured in India,’ said the company in a statement.