Bikes News

Launched in 2015, Yamaha Motor has updated the YZF-R3 with subtle changes for the 2018 model year. The 2018 Yamaha YZF-R3 gets cosmetic upgrades for the new year, while retaining the same mechanicals. There are now three colour options on offer - Raven, Team Yamaha Blue and Vivid White.

We take a look at the latest adventure concept from Yamaha, the Tenere 700 World Raid, which was unveiled at the 2017 EICMA show in Milan. It's still a prototype though, and Yamaha will be taking the bike on a tour of America, Australia, Africa and Europe before a production model is developed.

Kawasaki has introduced a special, track-focussed variant of the ZX-10R, which is called the ZX-10R SE. The bike gets a semi-active electronic suspension along with a bi-directional quickshifter over the regular bike. There are a few other changes as well.

Honda Cliq, the utility scooter from the Japanese manufacturer has recently crossed 10,000 sales mark in India. Honda Two Wheelers has sold over 10,000 units of the Honda Cliq in India in less than 4 months. The scooter is based on the Activa and is aimed at the rural market.

Husqvarna showcased the Vitpilen 701 and the Svartpilen 701 Concept at the 2017 EICMA Motorcycle Show. These bikes will make their way to India in the later half of 2018.

Kawasaki has launched the Ninja 650 in KRT colour schemes in India, at a price of Rs. 5.49 lakh (ex-showroom). There are no mechanical changes and the only update is the new Kawasaki Racing Team colours.

Kawasaki revealed the Z900RS Cafe at the ongoing EICMA Motorcycle Show. The bike is a derivative of the Z900RS, which was showcased a month ago at the Tokyo Motor Show. With its retro cafe racer looks and a powerful engine, the Z900RS Cafe sure is a potent motorcycle. We hope that Kawasaki brings it to India soon.

The annual fog menace that claims dozens of lives in the most parts of the country due to road accidents has returned and made worst this year due to excess pollution too. Fog or Smog is one of the most dangerous driving scenarios that a motorist could face due to very low visibility and high levels of moisture that could cloud up the windscreen. Driving in fog, especially in India is also made worst due to bad roads, unplanned road works or diversions without adequate signage and of course, pedestrians and animals carelessly crossing the road. To make sure you and your loved ones are safe in the car, here are some safe fog and smog driving tips.