Honda unveils new motorcycle LIVO

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI) - the only 2Wheeler company of Honda in India ushered in the ‘Time To Live’, unleashing the new 110cc LIVO.Ready to excite the aspirational first time bikers.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Keita Muramatsu - President & CEO, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd, said, “India is not only the World’s fastest growing economy but one of the youngest country in the world. These youth are aspirational & want to achieve their dreams with speed and self-esteem. This segment represents a sweet spot for us and Honda’s new motorcycle ‘LIVO’ will redefine their ‘Time to Live’. LIVO is the curtain raiser of Honda’s aggressive pace of new & exciting motorcycle models line up for India. Honda will deliver on the promise of 15 new productsto our customers in India in 2015 and continue to surprise customers across all segments”

Powered by the proven 110cc 4-stroke Advanced Honda engine that comes with magnificent enhancements, thanks to Honda Eco Technology (HET), the new LIVO is a fusion of advance design and practicality. With its latest offering, Honda is set to reignite its relationship with India’s youth, comprising of students, executives and young entrepreneurs.

Throwing light on LIVO being an attractive proposition, Mr. Y. S. Guleria, Senior Vice President – Sales & Marketing, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. said, “LIVO is developed keeping in mind the very start of motorcycling – that is the 100-110cc displacement segment which is most often the first bike of majority of India. Honda’s LIVO is a perfect fit to fulfill the dreams of aspirational first time biker. It features one of the longest wheelbase in the segment and a higher ground clearance for practical and comfortable usage on all types of Indian roads. It’s sharp aerodynamic styling and 110cc Honda HET engine not only guarantees admiration but also ensures performance with economy.“

Contemporary and Aggressive Design

With urbane sharp looks and modern styling, the new LIVOhas been conceptualized in accordance to the needs of a first time biker.A combination of sharp headlight and detailed air duct shape, lend an aggressive and premium front-look to the new LIVO. The dynamic tank shroud,a curved fuel tank, and black-alloy wheels give the new LIVO a sporty finish. The meter design is innovative while the side panel enhances LIVO’s youthful & modern personality. A strong 2-piece designed modern muffler, followed by a fresh tail light & strong grab rail leaves a lasting impression on the onlookers, unlike any other motorcycle in the segment.


Advanced Technology ensures best combination of Power Performance and MileagePowered by Honda Eco Technology (HET), the proven110cc 4-stroke engine boasts of an improved combustion efficiency, which increases compression ratio allowing the New LIVO to deliver a class leading mileage of 74 kmpl* (*Mileage on Honda Mode). The advanced Honda engine on this stylish motorcycle is capable of providing the extra-thrust of power. The pioneering Honda Intelligent Ignition Control System (HIICS) technology enablesthe engine to deliver power output as per load conditions.

Comfort & Convenience

The innovative ergonomics new LIVO provide for comfort of both the rider and the pillion irrespective of the road conditions. Because of its upright handle position, the rider can clock long distances at stretch without any strain. With a wider turning angle, the new LIVO is easy to maneuver in tight traffic conditions as well as narrow roads and lanes. The longer wheel base, and the 5-step adjustable rear suspension provide more stability on bad roads & at higher speeds. The increased ground clearance also allows it to comfortably tackle bad roads.


Considering the hazardous and uneven road-conditions in India, Honda has equipped the new LIVO with tubeless tyres, reducing the chances of immediate deflationin case of puncture. During dense traffic requiring frequent gear shifts, full gear lever helps make riding convenient. The viscous filter does not need to be cleaned regularly and requires only to be replaced after 16000 kms. The batteryis maintenance free and doesn’t require a top-up, invalidating the chances of leakage completely.


Colors Variants and Availability

The new LIVO comes in 4 stunning colors– Athletic Blue Metallic, Pearl Amazing White, Sunset Brown Metallic & Black; and is available for sale in two variants Self-Drum-Alloy and Self-Disc-Alloy. Representing good value for money that exceeds the Customer’s expectation, the new LIVO is attractively priced, at Rs.52,989for Self-Drum-Alloy; and Rs.55,489for Self-Disc-Alloy(Ex-showroom, Delhi).

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Firefox launches Full Suspension ‘Raptor’Bike

Firefox, a leading name in the premium bike segment in India recently rolled out the robust Full Suspension ‘Raptor’ that is carefully-engineered forjerky terrain.Promising amazing speed, grip and smoothness, the mountain bike is available in two colors namely, Deep Ocean and Matt White. The cutting-edge specifications of Raptor are enough to tempt ridersto take the bike on a long speedy ride.

Raptor is perfectly modeled with a frameset that comes in two sizes i.e. 18” and 19.5”. The Drivetrain comprises SHIMANO EF51 7 speed Shifters, SHIMANO TZ31 14-34T 7 speed freewheels and WELLGO Alloy platform Pedals to name a few. With its Alloy 36H Double Wall Rims wheels and KENDA 26*2.1” tyres, the bike ensures a smooth ride to the bikers. Also not to forget the Seat Post made of alloy and measuring 30.4*350 mm, Handlebar, Stem, Headset and Brakeset befitting the bike that lend it a handsome look. Apart from this, the Front/Rear Wheel & Seat post with QR give the bike a perfect finish.

Full Suspension bikes are constructed for adventurous trails especially downhill racing. Raptor, built on the same lines,assists riders in pedaling smoothly over rocky surfaces.Whether the roads are sloppy or rocky, jerky or bumpy, Raptor, being a Full Suspension bike promises its bikers a smooth and leveled riding experience.



The bike costs Rs. 24,850 inclusive of applicable VAT.

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Firefox unveils ‘Karma’ for the fearless and free-spirited riders

Firefox, a leading name in the premium bike segment in India recently launched the power-packed Karma series of bikes to satiate the compulsive desire of adrenaline junkies for exciting adventure.Available in Matt black and made in Hybrid and Women Specific varieties, they comprise attractive features that are sure to lure intrepid bikers.

The bikes are carefully-constructed with Frameset that measures 15”. The Drivetrain comprises SHIMANO EF51, 7 speed Shifters, SHIMANO TZ21 14-28T, 7 speed Freewheels and WELLGO PP Pedals to name a few. The wheels are made of Alloy Double wall 36H Rims that are strong enough to combat rugged terrains. Besides this, the Front Wheel & Seat post with QR lend the bikes a sporty look.

The Hybrid Karma comprises features of mountain bikes, touring bikes as well as road bikes; hence it has the capability to bear extreme riding situations and applications. Comfortable and easy to handle, Hybrid Karma is perfectly modeled to help bikers roll smoothly over bumpy surfaces. Carefully-designed for women bikers, Women specific Karma also promises a smooth biking experience for heady women adventurers.

The bikes cost Rs. 17,220/- inclusive of applicable VAT.

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Firefox unveils its latest Maximus Bike: the new breed of Mountain Bikes

Firefox unveils its latest Maximus Bike: the new breed of Mountain Bike

• The bike with 29” wheels is made for the bumpy trails/
• The 29” wheeled bike guarantees amazing smoothness, grip and speed

New Delhi: Firefox, a leading name in the premium bike segment in India recently rolled out its 29” wheeled Maximus Mountain bike to render a smooth experience every time you hit the rough terrain. The bigger wheel of the bike promises better momentum while riding on bumpy roads and maintains your speed through narrow twists and turns.

The Maximus Bike is engineered in an innovative way to give you an enhanced biking experience. The gigantic wheels of the mountain bike offer umpteen benefits. The wider circumference of its wheels, higher air volume in its tires and larger contact patch with ground helps it to roll smoothly over rocky surfaces. The hardy mountain bike is also able to cover more distance per pedal revolution.

The Maximus Bike is a complete package comprising big wheels, remarkable smoothness, amazing grip and speed. The enormous size of the wheels has now become the ideal size for wheels in racing bikes and the racing world has embraced this robust bike built for the trail with much enthusiasm.

About Firefox
Firefox is a leading name in the premium bike segment in India. Based out of Greater Noida, Firefox caters to all age groups and segments of biking from MTB, Road, Hybrid, BMX to Kids. It has tie-ups with various international brands for bikes and accessories like Trek, Tern, Shimano, Saris, Finishline, Slime, Warner Brothers, MTV and Popeye Firefox. The USP of Firefox is that it offers complete biking solutions of international standards to its customers under one roof.

Their network is spread across 75 cities with over 150 outlets throughout the country. Firefox plans to expand its retail presence with 7 additional outlets in the next quarter and 30 new stores each successive year. The Firefox and Trek segment enjoys a solid market position with very little competition as they offer a wide range of over 75 bike models which caters to all age groups. The company targets its products at high-income salaried groups, corporate professionals, kids and young parents.

The mission of the company is to create and retain the position of being an aspirational brand for bikes and accessories in India and to have presence in every potential city of the country.

Price : INR 24,750
Specifications:

• Wheels : Alloy 32H Double Wall Rims
• Tires : KENDA 29 X 2.1"
• Front/Rear Wheel & Seat post with QR
• Please refer to the Specs sheet for the detailed information.

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Hero MotoCorp: 5 Year Warranty on all Two Wheelers

Hero MotoCorp, on all its two wheelers in India, announced a five-year warranty. The Warranty for motorcycles is 5 years/70,000km whichever is earlier and for scooters it is 5 years/50,000km. Sr. Vice President (Marketing & Sales) Anil Dua said that, Hero MotoCorp is the first manufacturer in the country to offer this benefit.


The warranty scheme could attract more bike buyers in India, since the company is the first to offer warranty for five years. The auto markets could see further rise in the sales of bikes despite sluggish economy.

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TVS Motor sales grow by 14% in June 2011

The two-wheeler sales of the Chennai-based company TVS Motor Company has registered a growth of 14% to 1,82,456 units in June 2011. While the company had sold 1,59,688 units in June 2010.

The sale of motorcycles has been increased by five per cent comparing to previous years sales. All the products including scooters were increased during this period.

TVS Motor has started express service at Jyoti Motors in Bhubaneswar, the capital of Odisha state.

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