TVS Motor Company (TVSM), one of the leading two-wheeler and three-wheeler manufacturers in the country, has entered its second year of association with Rann Utsav in Gujarat, using the festival to promote motorcycling-led tourism.

The initiative brought together over 100 riders from India and international markets, including Italy and Mexico, to the Rann of Kutch.

The event featured community rides by the TVS Apache Owners Group (AOG) and the TVS Ronin CuLT community. Participants travelled from cities including Mumbai, Pune, Kolhapur, Jaipur and Ahmedabad to reach the white salt plains.

The collaboration introduced the TVS Rann Utsav Custom Series, consisting of five bespoke motorcycles designed as interpretations of the local landscape and culture.

The Rann of Kutch Edition: Four models – the TVS Ronin, TVS Apache RTR 200, TVS Apache RTR 310, and TVS Apache RR 310 – were developed with Eimor Customs. These feature hand-painted designs and laser-cut stainless-steel badges.

Unscripted Exploration Edition: A modified TVS Ronin equipped with dual-purpose tyres, a reinforced rear rack and Ajrak-inspired leather accessories. The finish features a gradient from sky blue to salt white.

The TVS Premium Arena hosted showcases of the company's racing legacy and product performance. Activities included – stunt showcases and FMX displays, flat track training & adventure riding experiences and a Women’s Drift-R Championship.

Harsh Sanghavi, Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat, said, “The Rann Utsav continues to redefine how destinations can be experienced, blending culture, landscape, and innovation in meaningful ways. The growing participation of riders and communities this year demonstrates how initiatives like this expand the appeal of the Rann of Kutch beyond traditional tourism formats. Collaborations with industry leaders such as TVS Motor Company help strengthen India’s experiential tourism narrative, positioning the Rann of Kutch as a destination that resonates not only nationally, but globally.”

Sudarshan Venu, Chairman, TVS Motor Company, stated, “The Rann of Kutch stands as one of India’s most remarkable expressions of culture and heritage. The Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s long-standing vision and encouragement to promote India’s destinations, and experiential tourism has been a strong source of inspiration for TVS Motor. It is an honour to take this vision to the next level by pioneering motorcycling-led adventures that position India’s treasures on the global tourism map.”

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Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, along with Harley-Davidson, a premium motorcycle brand, have inaugurated new full-line Harley-Davidson dealerships in Kochi, Kerala and Bengaluru, Karnataka. With this, Harley-Davidson now has 22 full-line dealerships in India.

The new facilities will stock the entire range of Harley-Davidson models in India, right now from Completely Built Unit models as well as the Hero MotoCorp-manufactured Harley-Davidson X440, X440 T and the variants. 

These 3S dealerships will provide customers access to the entire Harley-Davidson range under one roof along with providing service & spares facilities, Harley-Davidson Genuine Merchandise and Accessories and manage the Harley Owners Group (H.O.G) community program via local chapters.

Ravi Avalur, Head - Harley-Davidson Business Unit, Hero MotoCorp, said,  “The collaboration between Harley-Davidson and Hero MotoCorp has enabled us to strengthen our presence in India with the introduction of new full-line dealerships that offer the complete Harley-Davidson segment. The announcement of these dealerships, along with the Inaugural Ride, reflects our continued shared commitment to building a strong and engaged rider community. This is especially meaningful in Kochi and Bengaluru, as both cities have a long history of riding culture. It also reflects our vision to build a strong, future-ready premium motorcycling ecosystem backed by world-class product, retail experience and aftersales infrastructure.”

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Suzuki Motorcycle India (SMIPL), the subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan, held the Suzuki Access Mileage Contest in Rupnagar (Ropar), Punjab. The initiative involved 40 Suzuki Access owners and prospective buyers to evaluate the scooter’s fuel efficiency in city conditions.

The contest is part of a series of customer engagement events designed to demonstrate the mileage, pickup, and build quality of the Suzuki Access. The event was organised in association with Soni Suzuki and focused on real-world performance metrics for daily commuting.

The event targeted owners who purchased their scooters within the last year. To ensure transparency, the contest followed a specific testing protocol, where participants rode on designated city roads covering a distance of 20 kilometres. Scooters started with a full tank. Upon completion of the route, tanks were refilled to determine the exact fuel consumed. The mileage for each participant was calculated based on the fuel used over the 20-kilometre distance.

In addition to the mileage runs, the event included test rides for prospective customers and feedback sessions with existing owners regarding vehicle reliability and comfort.

Deepak Mutreja, Vice-President, Sales & Marketing, Suzuki Motorcycle India, said, “The Suzuki Access Mileage Contest places a strong focus on fuel efficiency, bringing our brand promise of ‘Pickup Bhi, Mileage Bhi, Shandar Quality Ke Sath’ to life. By riding on city roads, participants experience the scooter’s real-world mileage. Along with mileage, customers also get to experience the quality and reliability that have made the Access a trusted choice of over 6 million customers. We appreciate the participation from customers in Rupnagar. We will continue to extend such on-ground initiatives to more cities across India, allowing customers to connect closely with our two-wheelers and witness their performance firsthand.”

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Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles has announced the release of the Yezdi Roadster ‘Red Wolf’ edition as a retrospective reference to the brand’s 1970s icons, featuring deep-red paint and chrome detailing across the engine, exhaust and handlebars.

The motorcycle is positioned as a long-haul roadster and will be available at authorised dealerships across India at an introductory price of Rs 2,09,950 (ex-showroom Delhi).

The Red Wolf is powered by a 350 Alpha2 liquid-cooled engine. It features a segment-first 6-speed gearbox equipped with an assist and slipper clutch. It gets dual-channel ABS from Continental with 320mm front and 240mm rear discs. Telescopic front forks and dual rear shocks, 795mm seat height and 171mm ground clearance, widest-in-segment rear tyre and 12.5-litre fuel tank providing a range exceeding 350 km.

The model incorporates a sculpted fuel tank, wide rear and hugger fenders and a modular solo or pillion seating setup. The ergonomics include centre-forward footpegs to create a relaxed riding triangle for touring. The exterior is finished with LED lighting and a twin-barrel exhaust system.

The motorcycle is supported by an ‘Ownership Assurance Programme’, which includes a standard 4-year or 50,000 km warranty, with options to extend coverage to 6 years. The programme also offers up to 8 years of roadside assistance and maintenance plans covering 5 years across 450 service points.

Anupam Thareja, Co-Founder, Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles, said, “The Red Wolf joins the pack of Roadsters from Yezdi, the only true India-born classic motorcycle brand in the world. It is a name which does not have to invent stories. It has them in every decade. Like a true Yezdi forged in India, the Roadster Red Wolf has the rare ability to set the rider up to look good, almost rakishly so, without trying too hard. Its vintage swagger is a throwback to Yezdi’s palette of deep reds and metallics from the 1970s. Only this time, beneath its unapologetic chrome lies performance engineering built for Indian roads and modern riders. We’ve built Yezdi Roadsters for those who don’t follow the pack. The Red Wolf is ready to gather its own.”

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India Yamaha Motor has expanded its XSR155 line-up with the introduction of a ‘Metallic Black’ colour option at INR 158,990 (ex-showroom, Delhi).

The new variant features golden upside-down (USD) front forks and minimalist bodywork, following the brand’s ‘Modern Retro Sport’ design philosophy. The XSR155 was originally launched in the Indian market in November 2025. It is built on Yamaha’s Deltabox frame and includes an aluminium swing arm.

The motorcycle utilises a 155cc liquid-cooled, 4-valve engine equipped with Variable Valve Actuation (VVA) technology. The XSR155 produces 13.5 kW of power and 14.2 Nm of torque. It features 6-speed gearbox with an assist and slipper clutch, USD front forks and linked-type monocross rear suspension, deltabox frame with 17-inch wheels and dual-channel ABS and Traction Control System (TCS).

Hajime Aota, Chairman, Yamaha Motor India Group, said, “At Yamaha, innovation is driven by emotion and shaped by our riders. The exceptional response to the XSR155 since its debut reflects the strong resonance of the Modern Retro Sport philosophy in India. When our community expressed a clear aspiration for a black variant, we acted with agility and purpose. The introduction of the Metallic Black XSR155 is not just about a new colour — it is about deepening our connection with riders who seek individuality, performance, and styling in one compelling package. We remain committed to delivering products that inspire pride of ownership and pure riding excitement.”

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