Latest News about Hero Karizma [2003-2014]

The Karizma motorcycles continue to be a big disappointment for Hero MotoCorp. The company managed to dispatch only seven units of the bikes to its dealers in June 2016.

Hero MotoCorp and EBR have announced that they will be running a two rider team in the 2015 SBK Championship with two new riders, Larry Pegram and Niccolo Canepa. The two riders will compete in the premier class on EBR 1190RX motorcycles.

Delhi-based two-wheeler manufacturer, Hero MotoCorp, has registered a jump of eight per cent in the overall sales in June 2014 compared to the corresponding month last year. The company sold more than 5.41 lakh units in the last month, helping it retain the top position in the Indian two-wheeler market.

It has been two years since Hero MotoCorp’s split with its long-term joint venture partner, Honda. And contrary to what most of its critics predicted, it has retained its top position in the Indian two-wheeler market. Earlier this year, the company showcased a host of motorcycles from different segments which showed its urge to keep evolving. Now, it has been revealed that Hero MotoCorp is planning to eventually start manufacturing four-wheelers and commercial vehicles along with two-wheelers.

In news that comes as a boon to our local two-wheeler manufacturers, Egypt has lifted the ban on the import of two-wheelers and three-wheelers. The ban was imposed in February 2014 to lift up the country’s automobile industry. This development will benefit Bajaj Auto, one of the country’s largest two-wheeler exporters.

Hero MotoCorp, earlier known as Hero Honda, has showcased a completely new version of its performance motorcycle, Karizma and ZMR, today. The new motorcycles are basically cosmetic upgrades that are part of Hero’s bid to refresh the entire line-up including the Splendor, Pleasure and the XTreme.

Hero Motor Corp has commenced operations in the African continent with launch of its bikes in Kenya. The Indian auto major has also set up a CKD assembly plant in the country as part of its global expansion plans. 

Hero MotoCorp has forayed into the world of racing with their new venture, Hero Racing. The company will be participating in the AMA (American Motorcycle Association) Pro Racing Superbikes Championships along with their partner, Erik Buell Racing (EBR).

Hero MotoCorp reported a marginal increase in sales at 5,41,615 units for December 2012.The company had sold 5,40,276 units in the corresponding month last year.