The previous week was full of new domestic and international launches and unveils. From the new Classic 350’s official launch to the unveiling of the 2021 KTM RC series, there were a lot of interesting updates for potential buyers and enthusiasts alike. And just like every Sunday, we bring you a recap of the top five bike updates from last week.
2021 Royal Enfield Classic 350 launch
Royal Enfield launched the all-new 2021 edition of the iconic Classic 350 in India. The motorcycle has been updated on every front including styling, features, and hardware. There’s a semi-digital console with much more info on offer along with the new Tripper navigation in the top-end colour variant. The engine and chassis are also new and belong to RE’s new J platform. For detailed information, click on the story link above.
TVS launched the new version of its flagship offering, the Apache RR 310. While the standard updates aren’t comprehensive, the company is now offering different customisation packages for different riding scenarios. What’s surprising is that there’s fully-adjustable suspension on offer only for additional Rs 12,000! Other packages include different components to tweak its ergonomics and racier decals.
Aprilia RS 660 and Tuono 660 launch
Piaggio officially announced the India launch of the Aprilia RS 660 and the Tuono 660. Both bikes have been available in the international markets for a long time. They are powered by the same 659cc, parallel-twin, liquid-cooled engine but this motor is tuned to produce different power and torque output in each of them. The electronics and hardware package is quite premium and so are their price tags. While the RS costs Rs 13.39 lakh, the Tuono is priced at Rs 13.09 lakh.
New Triumph Speed Twin BS6 launched
Triumph introduced the new BS6 edition of its neo-retro offering, the Speed Twin, in India. Despite a cleaner engine, the motorcycle makes 2.6bhp as compared to its predecessor at 98.6bhp. Meanwhile, the torque output has remained unchanged at 112Nm. The suspension and braking hardware have also been improved now. Triumph has priced the bike at Rs 10.99 lakh.
2021 KTM RC series unveiled
KTM unveiled the 2021 editions of its fully-faired motorcycles including the RC 125, RC 200, and the RC 390. From styling to hardware, almost everything about these bikes has been updated. The most enticing changes have been received by the RC 390 that now gets traction control and cornering ABS. A bi-direction quick shifter is also available as an option. The India launch of these bikes is likely to take place soon with a price tag higher than their existing counterparts.
(All prices are ex-showroom)
