Yamaha Reports 30.7% Annual and 69.7% Growth in December 2010
Yamaha India Motor which is a 100% subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Co., Japan (YMC) is doing well in Indian market with its reliable and very good performer 2 wheelers. Yamaha Indian Motor is the 1st company who had stared the sports model in the commuter segment such as Yamaha R15. Yamaha India Motors is getting good response from market and reported the 69.7% sales growth with total units sales of 34839 in the month of December 2010 as compared to 20529 units in the same month the year of 2009. This is a big achievement by the Yamaha in Indian market.
The annual report of the bike company is positive and in favour. It had clocked sales of 350264 two wheeler in 2010 as compared to 26,7895 units in 2009 which is the 30.7% more than last year. YIM is the doing well in the domestic market along with export. It had sold 258,987 units in 2010 as compared to 218,625 units in 2009 which accounts 18.5% more than previous year. On the other hand, it has achieved 85% growth in this year with total sales of 91,277 units as a compared to 49,270 units in 2009. The Yamaha India has exported 8272 bikes in the month of December 2010 as compared to 6917 motorbikes in the year of 2009, while the domestic sale is almost just double with 26567 units as compared to 13612 units in 2009.
Yamaha Motors Indian always comes with latest and new technology which attracts everybody and it has recently launched Yamaha SZ series (Yamaha SZ, Yamaha SZ X and Yamaha SZ R) and Yamaha FZ 1 while the major 2 wheelers of the company's are Yamaha VMAX (1,679cc), Yamaha MT01 (1,670cc), Yamaha YZF R1 (998cc), Yamaha Fazer (153cc), Yamaha FZS (153cc), Yamaha FZ16 (153cc), Yamaha R15 (150cc), Yamaha SS 125 (123cc), Yamaha YBR 125 (123cc), Yamaha YBR 110 (106cc) and Yamaha Crux (106cc).
Chrysler is recalling model year 2008-2011 Ram 4500, 5500 pickups.
Chrysler is recalling model year 2008-2011 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500 Heavy Duty trucks over potential steering loss. These vehicles may experience a weakening and fracture of the left ball stud on the tie rod resulting in the potential loss of the steering. That as always could increase the risk of a crash.Potential number of units affected is 22,274 and Chrysler will notify owners and replace the left outer tie rod free of charge.
Bajaj Pulsar 250cc might soon
A big sibling in Bajaj Pulsar series might be added very Soon. Honda cbr250r which is the recent sensation in bikes is getting great answer with bookings. Now Bajaj Auto, too, is getting ready to enter in the 250cc bike section and reported to launch 250cc+ key model of its Pulsar series. It is expected that the Bajaj Pulsar 250+ might be launched in the end of this year.
At present, Bajaj Pulsar 220 and Hero Honda Karizma are the most well-liked entry-level sports bikes in India in the affordable price range and performance. The Kawasaki ninja 250r is the high-end top entry-level sports model but it's price is more than other similar bikes in India while Honda CBR 250R is available almost formers half price tag. Bajaj Auto which is the India's second largest two wheeler marker can't be behind in this competition and might launch a big sibling of its most popular bike series Bajaj Pulsar while its Bajaj Pulsar 135 is doing well in the market. Other key players such as Hero Honda, TVS also might come with high cc engine bikes. The Bajaj Pulsar lovers can stay for this big bike that might be launched by the end of this year.
AMG to sponsor Ducati MotoGP team
Ducati Motors, Italian two wheeler manufacturer which known for its superclass bikes, has collaborated with AMG, as a result AMG will sponsor Ducati MotoGP team and both the partners will start joint marketing activities. AMG is the German popular four wheeler maker and always participates in the four wheeler race and now ready to enter in world famous bike race, MotoGP. Now AMG is the partner of Ducati and will sponsor Ducati MotoGP team. Now the company will organise all the activities with AMG. It is expected that Ducati Diavel will participate in MotoGP 2011 race.
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The company has been participating in this race for many year and won several titles including World Superbike Championship and 2007 MotoGP season. Both the companies are very exciting to work together and ready to participate in MotoGP 2011 race. This is not the first tie-up of a car maker with, before it Fiat has tied-up with Yamaha Motors for MotoGP race. Ducati has recently announced to launch Ducati Diavel in India along with its super bike series 848 Evo and 1198SP. At present, Ducati India in its portfolio includes Ducati Superbike, Ducati Streetfighter, Ducati Sports Classic and Ducati Hypermotard bikes series.
New Yamaha R15 to come in January
The new version of Yamaha R15 is going to be launched on January 25, 2011 in India. It is expected that the bike will have much difference from the present version. The differences in the new make will give better look than the current version and also much better than many other bikes by the competitors. The refreshing of this bike is expected to change many things about the bike, all for the power to the cost. Yamaha R15 is set to increase the level of competition in bike industry. The new version of this bike will make it more comfortable along with its best feature. The bike is set to offer the following features: - New and more good-looking body work, to make the bike more appealing and to attract many people for buying it. It will have more torque than the older version. It is expected that the New Yamaha R15 will also have a superior power which makes a large difference to the point of attraction. It will have wider tyres like those used in the racing/sport bike. This is something which is not seen in older version bike and it could be main feature of this bike to get strong selling point.
The bike also comes with light emitting diode lamps in the rear for better light. The projector headlamps helps better during night time for the clear viewing. Yamaha R15 engine is quite strong and it is mated on a gearbox with 6 speed feature. One of the best feature is this motorcycle is the fuel efficient power which uses an injection system of the fuel for the well balance of fuel and air supplies. The new Yamaha R15 has created a huge trend in bike industry. It has prepared some of its competitors to plan for a launch of their products. As a result of this, motor enthusiasts will have an astonishing beginning of the year 2011. Yamaha India is one of the best motorcycle manufacturers in the world bike. It is a company based from Japan that has a great prosperity of experience in bike field and that is why it is always approaching up with new and high quality bikes like the expected new Yamaha R15. The lunching date is not so far, and you don’t have to wait for a long time to get the experience of it.
Honda CBR 250R price range Rs. 1.5 to 1.8 lakh
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has announced the bookings of Honda CBR 250R and it will start from January 1st, 2010. The bike will be available in two variants such as ABS and non-ABS; the former might be priced at Rs 1.8 lakh and the latter will have a price tag of Rs 1.5 lakh. The bike will be loaded with ABS and CBS (a front and rear wheel interlocking braking system) that make it different and advanced than other same segment bikes in India. The Kawasaki Ninja 250r is the direct competitor of the bike that does not have ABS. Honda CBR 250R has already been launched in overseas market such as Thailand and is getting good response from that market.
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Honda is now planning to launch this flagship bike in international stage like America, UK and North American countries before in India. Honda CBR 250R is ready to foray in India with its powerful engine and mind blowing sporty look. The bike is equipped with liquid-cooled 250cc 4-stroke 4-valve single-cylinder DOHC engine that provides superb performance. It is also fuel efficient in the segment, it comes loaded with fuel injection system (PGM-FI) with this a 02 sanser has also been added in it. Both the variants of the Honda CBR250R are having same sepc, features, etc. but ABS draws a strong line between them. The ABS variant of the bike will be available at around Rs. 1.8 lakh and Non-ABS has price tag of Rs. 1.5 lakh at Ex-showroom.
Honda CBR 250R get its official Advertisement
The ever shining motor bike maker, Honda is soon to approach the Indian Bike market with its recently developed and most efficient, Honda CBR250R. The company with a view to make people aware of this new motor bike have started to advertise for it publicly as a sign has been witnessed in Patna for the alluring Honda CBR 250R. The company as always promises superiority and efficiency with its model.
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The new bike is given exceptional looks with great styling. Talking for some of the efficient features of astonishing bike, it is equipped with an engine capacity of 250 cc that assures eloquent power and beating torque with it. The bike is capable enough of generating high speed with its aerodynamic body graphics. Broad alloy wheels that ensures greater constancy and control has been accommodated to the bike so as to stay the rider safe of skidding and slipping. Depicting a fuel efficiency of 30 kmpl which is less than that of the Honda CBR150R, it is also made suitable for Indian roads. With its specially intended seats, the bike is to offer swathe of comfort to its rider as well as to the passenger. With all these stunning features, the bike is to come tagged with a price range of Rs 1,50,000. Some new bikes with higher engine capacity, may be of 1000 cc or more, are also expected of the well-known company.
Honda CBR 250R booking amount Rs.15K
The bookings for the Honda CBR 250R has already been announced by Honda, but now there is one more attractive news; you can book this sporty bike with a booking amount of Rs 15000 and rest of the amount can be paid at the time of delivery. Media reports also suggest that the bike will be priced at Rs. 1.75 lakh in India. Honda Motorcycle and Scooter Indian is set to open its most awaited bike Honda CBR250R in Indian market by the month of March, 2011. Honda CBR 250R is the first entry-level sports bike which is loaded with latest ABS braking technology.
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The bike will be available in two variants like ABS and non-ABS and the booking amount is same for both variants. But prices distinction is just Rs. 20000 between these. Honda CBR 250R is loaded with 250cc powerful engine which as got popularity in Thailand market and now ready to hit Indian roads. Appearance of the bike is copied from Honda CBR 1200F which is the supersports bike in India. The company has started operation in the nation by putting hoardings and posters. The bike will also compete directly with Kawasaki Ninja 250R in conditions of power and look while this bike will be fuel efficient in the segment. HMSI has a big series of CBR series in India, and it is also reported to introduce Honda CBR 150R.
Kawasaki Ninja 250R Launched Next Year
Bajaj-Kawasaki have quietly launched the 2011 Ninja in India. But before you get very excited let us first discuss what is different between the 2010 and 2011 Ninja 250R versions. Well not much, both the models are totally identical expect the 2011 Ninja 250R gets white coloured instrument cluster, compared to the black coloured one the 2010 Ninja 250R featured.
Other than that, the 2011 version gets new colours but those won’t make it to India. Kawasaki India has made no announcements about the release of the 2011 models but all new Ninja 250Rs have the white coloured instrument cluster, which makes us believe this was a silent upgrade. Nothing to announce anyways.
Honda India Starts CBR250R Ads
Honda India has commenced advertisement for the CBR250R. The company has started using hoardings to publicize its upcoming offering. The hoarding was spotted in Patna by xbhpian Satyajit.
Although the advertisement asks people to refer the company’s website, it has nothing but a link to the global Honda CBR250R page.