Tork Motors unveiled an all-new electric motorcycle, KRATOS X, at the Auto Expo 2023 on Wednesday. The motorcycle is a mix of style, sportiness and comfort. Tork Motors claims that the motorcycle is available for booking in Q2 2023, and KRATOS X will create a benchmark in its segment, with its best-in-class technological features and aesthetics. Along with the motorcycle, the company also unveiled the refreshed KRATOS R at the Tork Motors arena (Hall No 6, Booth No E-37) at Greater Noida, India.

Apart from the next generation electric motorcycles, a dedicated charging set-up is also displayed by the brand to sensitise visitors on the advantages and profitability of using an electric motorcycle over a petrol-based motorcycle. Additionally, during the public days of the expo until January 18, 2023 a team of experts will be stationed at the Tork Motors arena to address any consumer queries related to bookings, financing and availability of KRATOS and KRATOS R, the company states.

Commenting on the products, Kapil Shelke, Founder and CEO, TORK Motors, said, “Embarking on our vision, Tork Motors is committed to make the electric motorcycle segment more accessible and pragmatic. Today is an important milestone for the company as we introduce a faster, better and torkier member in our KRATOS range. Completely built in-house by the team of experienced and talented professionals, we are confident that KRATOS X will become a perfect companion for their fun rides and will create its own success story. We have been constantly enhancing our existing products and developing new ones on the basis customer feedback and extensive research by the qualified R&D team. We are confident that refreshed version of KRATOS R will further excite motorcycle enthusiasts, who are looking for a perfect companion for their daily commute. The pivotal factor behind the overwhelming success of our products is the inimitable riding experience, which is unique to the brand.”

According to Tork Motors, KRATOS X reflects the company’s design philosophy perfectly. The electric motorcycle is designed for excellent comfort, better performance and an enhanced riding experience. As per Tork Motors, the highlight of KRATOS X is the superior powertrain, resulting in more torque for better power delivery. Technology will be an integral part of the motorcycle. Tork Motors claims that the display instrumentation takes a more pragmatic leap, showing a wide array of information. The host of safety features in the motorcycle will make the riding experience even more secure.

According to Tork Motors, some of the significant changes in refreshed KRATOS R motorcycles include a refined live dash, a fast-charging port, improved front and rear blinkers, etc. The motorcycle will boast a completely black motor and battery pack, along with decals for enhanced styling. Tork Motors states that existing customers can upgrade their current motorcycle by paying the differential amount. The refreshed KRATOS R will be available in two new variants – jet black and white.

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India has launched the 2025 CB350, CB350 H’ness and CB350RS with new colour options starting at INR 210,500.

Mechanically unchanged, the CB350 series uses the 348.36 cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder BSVI OBD2B complaint PGM-FI engine. Fully compliant with E20 fuel, the engine produces 15.5 kW power at 5,500 RPM and 30 Nm of peak torque at 3,000 RPM in CB350 H’ness & CB350RS. For CB350 the torque output is 29.5 Nm at 3,000 RPM. Transmission duties are handled by a five-speed gearbox.

The new CB350 range is available at all Honda BigWing dealerships across India.

TVS Motor Company, a leading manufacturer of two-wheelers and three-wheelers, has attained two new milestones for the TVS Apache motorcycle brand.

First introduced in 2005, the sporty TVS Apache motorcycle marked the company’s entry in the premium segment. It was targeted towards young customers and took inspiration from TVS Racing heritage. The company has announced that in addition to celebrating the 20th anniversary milestone for the Apache motorcycle, the brand has also crossed the 6 million sales milestone.

The TVS Apache is currently sold in more than 60 countries, including LATAM, Africa and Europe. Furthermore, TVS Apache is said to be the first two-wheeler brand in the country that offers factory customisation build-to-order (BTO) option.

Sudarshan Venu, Managing Director, TVS Motor Company, said, "We are immensely grateful to the over 6 million passionate riders of TVS Apache for their unwavering trust and enthusiasm over the last 20 years. Their love for performance and adrenaline has propelled TVS Apache to become one of the fastest-growing sports motorcycle brands globally. This milestone belongs to every member of the TVSM family – our engineers, designers, factory teams, dealers, suppliers and partners – who push the limits of innovation every day. TVS Apache’s enduring success emanates from cutting-edge racing technology, precision engineering, and unmatched performance. It is a testament to our relentless commitment to empowering the new generation of young riders who live and breathe the thrill of motorcycling.”

Vimal Sumbly, Head – Premium Business, TVS Motor Company, said, “TVS Apache has been at the forefront of premium motorcycling, embodying our strategic vision of building a brand rooted in racing excellence and innovation. Over the past 20 years, Apache has redefined performance motorcycling and has created a thriving ecosystem through the Apache Owners Group, uniting passionate riders globally. Crossing the 6 million customer milestone is a testament to the brand’s relentless pursuit of excellence, pioneering segment-first innovations, and delivering unparalleled consumer experiences. As we move forward, we remain committed to pushing the boundaries of performance, technology, and community engagement to shape the future of premium motorcycling. Apache is more than a motorcycle – it’s a movement, a legacy and a community of racing enthusiasts.”

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI), a leading manufacturer of scooters and motorcycles in the country, has announced its wholesales numbers for March 2025 and FY2025.

The company sold a total of 427,448 two-wheelers last month, which includes 401,411 units in the domestic market and 26,037 units exported.

For FY2025, the company shared it recorded 19 percent YoY growth with sales of 5.83 million two-wheelers, which includes 5.32 million units in the domestic market and 505,012 units exported.

During the fiscal, the company expanded its alternative energy portfolio with the introduction of the Activa e: & QC1 in the electric scooter segment and the introduction of the CB300F flex-fuel motorcycle, which is the country’s first 300cc flex-fuel motorcycle.

To support its e-scooter, the company also joined hands with Honda Power Pack Energy India for its battery swapping network.

Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, has announced its wholesales for March 2025 and FY2025.

The company sold a total of 549,604 two-wheelers last month, which was 12 percent higher as compared to 490,415 units last year. This includes 510,086 two-wheelers in the domestic market and 39,518 units exported, which was higher 11 percent YoY and 26 percent YoY, respectively.

For FY2025, the company clocked 5.89 million two-wheelers, which was 5 percent higher YoY. On one hand, while the company increased sales of motorcycles by 5.51 percent YoY, scooter sales declined by 2 percent YoY.

In the domestic market, the company sold 5.6 million two-wheelers, up 3.53 percent, as against 5.42 million units last year. Exports grew by 43 percent at 287,429 units, as against 200,923 units shipped last year.

registered sales of 5,899,187 units (5.9 million) in FY’25 (April 2024 to March 2025).

During the year, the company’s electric vehicle portfolio grew by 200 percent, albeit from a low base.  

Recently, Hero MotoCorp also marked its entry in the electric three-wheeler space with the acquisition of a substantial stake in Delhi-NCR-based Euler Motors.