Bikes

Sameer Contractor

Jan 31, 2019, 7:14 PM

Exclusive: More Powerful Yamaha FZ V3.0 Set To Arrive In 2020

The 2019 Yamaha FZ V3.0 ABS was launched last week and the motorcycle gets a host of upgrades for the new generation version. The changes are cosmetic yet substantial and bring a refreshed look to the 150 cc offering. However, a lot of Yamaha enthusiasts including us were disappointed with the engine not receiving any major upgrades. The FZ is already one of the lesser powered options in its segment and a power update was expected with version 3.0. While it's been a no show this year, Yamaha is indeed working on a more powerful version of the FZ that will be hitting the showrooms sometime next year.

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  Sameer Contractor | Jan 31, 2019

  Hero MotoCorp Sets Up New R&D Centre In Germany

  World's largest manufacturer of two-wheelers, Hero MotoCorp has set up its new research and development (R&D) centre - Hero Tech Center Germany GmbH. The new facility is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hero MotoCorp and is located in Stephanskirchen near Munich. The new German R&D centre will be working on collaboration with Hero's Centre of Innovation and Technology (CIT) located in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The Hero Tech Center Germany will be under the direct supervision of Dr. Markus Braunsperger, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Hero MotoCorp and will be the epicentre for the company's motorsport activities.

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  car&bike Team | Jan 31, 2019

  India-Spec Yamaha MT-15 Specifications Leaked

  Following the spotting of a camouflaged test mule of the upcoming Yamaha MT-15, we have now come across some specifications details about the motorcycle as well.

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  car&bike Team | Jan 30, 2019

  Indian Motorcycle Trademarks 'Renegade' Name For New Motorcycle In The US

  Polaris-owned Indian Motorcycle has registered a new bike name 'Indian Renegade' in the US. The new name joins the 'Raven' moniker that was recently registered by the biker maker with the US Patents and Trademark office as 'Motorcycles and structural parts therefor'. It's not clear at the moment which Indian motorcycles will be using the new names. That said, it's rumoured that the Raven name will be used on a motorcycle based on the FTR 1200.

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  car&bike Team | Jan 30, 2019

  2019 Bajaj Dominar Spotted In New Green Paint Scheme Inside Factory

  The 2019 Bajaj Dominar is one of the more awaited models for the new year and the bike maker will be introducing a comprehensive set of upgrades on the all-new models. While a lot of the changes will be mechanical, the 2019 Dominar could get the new paint options as well. The motorcycle was recently seen in the shade of bright green while rolling out of the assembly line. It's not confirmed though if the colour will be available in India, the Dominar is already offered in the green shade in markets like Russia and this could be the export version being produced. If Bajaj Auto does intend to offer this shade in India, it will certainly be a stand out colour over the standard options.

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  car&bike Team | Jan 28, 2019

  2019 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT ABS Launched In India; Priced At Rs. 7.46 Lakh

  The 2019 Suzuki V-Strom 650XT ABS now comes with new graphics, hazard lights and side reflectors as part of the changes for the new model year.

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  car&bike Team | Jan 25, 2019

  Ducati Panigale Captures 26 Per Cent Superbike Sales In 2018

  One out of every four superbikes sold worldwide in 2018 was a Ducati Panigale. However, overall Ducati sales worldwide slipped by 5 per cent in 2018.

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  car&bike Team | Jan 24, 2019

  2019 Triumph Rocket III TFC Unveiled

  The limited edition Triumph Factory Custom range won't be introduced in India, but a whole new range of the 2019 Triumph Rocket III will be introduced, sometime in mid-2019.

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  car&bike Team | Jan 22, 2019

  Ducati India Announces First-Ever Ducati India Race Cup

  The first ever Ducati India Race Cup will be held in October 2019 at the Buddh International Circuit, and will follow a one-make format with Ducati Panigale and Ducati SuperSport range of motorcycles.

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