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Chinese motorcycle manufacturer ZXMoto has unveiled two new additions to its middleweight lineup – the 820RR-R sportbike and the 820R naked. The former is a higher-spec version of the existing 820RR that has enjoyed a remarkably successful debut campaign in the 2026 WorldSSP championship, while the latter is an all-new streetfighter built around the same 818.8cc inline-triple platform. 820RR-R gets KYB suspension, Brembo M50 calipers, forged wheels 818.8cc inline-triple makes 145hp on the 820RR-R  820R is a street-naked variant that makes 135hp ZXMoto 820RR-R and 820R details The 820RR-R gets a comprehensive hardware upgrade over the standard 820RR For many enthusiasts, ZXMoto may still be an unfamiliar name, and that's hardly surprising. The Chinese manufacturer was only established in 2024 by Zhang Xue, a former co-founder of Kove Moto, the brand best known internationally for its adventure motorcycles and Dakar Rally programme. Despite its short existence, ZXMoto has quickly bu...

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TVS Motor Company has announced that its Apache performance motorcycle brand has crossed the 7 million customer milestone globally. Alongside the achievement, the company has also unveiled a new brand campaign titled 'Tu Race Laga', which aims to reinforce the Apache brand's racing heritage and performance-focused positioning. TVS Apache reaches 7 million customers globally New brand campaign launched TVS Apache milestone: What's new? the Apache owner community has grown to more than 5 lakh registered members TVS says the Apache brand has grown to more than 7 million customers across over 90 countries since its debut in 2005. Developed around the company's 'Track to Road' philosophy, the Apache lineup draws on technologies and learnings from TVS Racing, which has over four decades of motorsport experience. Over the years, the Apache range has introduced several features that TVS describes as segment-first innovations, including fuel injection, ride modes, ...

Conducted in association with  Spinny , India’s leading pre-owned car platform, the fourth edition of our Used Car Study analyses real-world resale values across a broad spectrum of vehicles sold in the Indian market to assess depreciation trends over a five-year ownership period. The study is based on actual transactional data shared by Spinny for vehicles sold between January 1 and August 31, 2025. In this part of the  resale value study  series, we take a look at the compact SUV segment: Compact SUV resale value  In the compact SUV segment, the Hyundai Venue diesel-manual stands out for depreciating at the slowest rate, while the petrol variants depreciate much faster in the fourth and fifth years. Meanwhile, strong popularity of the Maruti Brezza in the new car market since the launch of its current-generation model in 2022 has translated into healthy used market demand and stable resale values. On the contrary, both the Tata Nexon and Mahindra Thar exhibit ...

A little over a decade ago, Kawasaki unveiled a motorcycle that immediately secured its place in the history books. The Ninja H2 (along with its track-only H2R sibling) made headlines for being among the first production motorcycles to feature a supercharged engine. The forced-induction 998cc inline-four produced astonishing power figures that helped define the bike’s identity. Since then, Kawasaki has expanded its supercharged lineup with the more road-focused Z H2 SE, and it now appears that the fully faired Ninja H2 could be adopting a similar engine tune for 2027. Peak power could drop from 240hp to 197hp Will reportedly use the same exhaust system as the Z H2 SE 2027 Kawasaki Ninja H2 power drop New model codes hint at more extensive updates than just an engine retune Emissions filings with the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reveal that the 2027 Ninja H2 has been certified with the same 197hp peak output as the Z H2 SE. The naked bike uses a lower state of tune of Kawas...

Oben Electric has commenced deliveries of the newly launched Rorr Evo. The first batch of customers in Bengaluru received their motorcycles through the company's 'First to Rorr' delivery event.  The Rorr Evo received over 25,000 bookings. The company has an annual production capacity of 1 lakh units. Deliveries will be rolled out across the country over the coming weeks through Oben's network of 150 showrooms. Oben says the Rorr Evo crossed 25,000 bookings within 15 days of its launch in May 2026. To meet demand, the company is ramping up production at its facility, which it says has an annual capacity of 1 lakh motorcycles. Its retail and service network now spans over 90 cities across 18 states, including dedicated Oben Care service centres. Priced at Rs 1.25 lakh (ex-showroom), the Rorr Evo is powered by a 9kW motor paired with a 3.4kWh LFP battery pack. It features SmartIQ, Oben's AI-powered ride optimisation technology that claims to improve range by up to ...

BMW Motorrad has one of the widest model ranges in the industry and for 2027, the company has announced updates to as many as twelve models. The breadth of updates across the range spans new colours and more equipment which was either previously an accessory or not offered at all. S 1000 RR, K 16 models receive new colours M 1000 RR sees small chassis improvements These updates will be available August 2026 onwards at BMW Motorrad dealerships BMW’s S 1000 RR superbike has received a new Blackstorm Metallic / M Motorsport colour, which actually makes it look very similar to the M 1000 RR WSBK homologation special model. If you opt for the M package when purchasing the S 1000 RR (like quite a few owners do), then you now get the M forged wheels as standard with the M carbon wheels offered as an optional extra. 2027 BMW S 1000 RR Speaking of the M 1000 RR, BMW has refined its competition-spec model with some chassis revisions such as a refined frame with what the brand claims are ‘clea...

The Flying Flea C6 is Royal Enfield's first electric motorcycle and, by any measure, one of the most unconventional two-wheelers to come out of an Indian manufacturer. The brand says it isn't designed to be a high-volume product, but rather as a learning exercise and a statement of intent. During our brief stint with the bike, we found the C6 takes a genuinely different approach to electric mobility. Here's what works in its favour and a couple of reasons it might not be for everyone. Reasons to buy the Flying Flea C6 Exciting and engaging to ride The C6's performance is more impressive than its compact dimensions might suggest. The 15kW peak motor produces 60Nm and the bike can reach a top speed of around 115kph, which it achieves with ease. More significantly, during our time with the bike we found that this performance is consistently available even as the battery state of charge drops. The motor is capable of 8kW continuous output, which is among the highest of any...

Charles Leclerc survived late-race drama to win the 2026 F1 British GP, which ended behind the Safety Sar following Max Verstappen’s crash. With this, the Ferrari driver ends a 624-day winless drought, scoring his first victory since the 2024 US GP. Mercedes ’ George Russell benefitted from the late-race Safety Car to finish second. Lewis Hamilton crossed the chequered flag in third place, handing Ferrari a double podium finish. Leclerc wins ahead of Russell, Hamilton Antonelli’s championship lead slashed to 25 points Leclerc ends F1 victory drought No points for Antonelli after car trouble, penalty Leclerc aced the race start, grabbing the lead ahead of his teammate Hamilton and polesitter Kimi Antonelli. He then set about further consolidating that lead, only briefly losing it when he made his pit stop.  Antonelli opted to stretch his first stint till lap 36, and re-joined the track 7.5 sec behind Leclerc. By lap 41, he managed to cut that gap down to just 3.1 sec, but reported ...

Switching from a half-face helmet to the Royal Enfield Lightwing modular lid was always going to be a step up, and the difference was immediately noticeable, especially in terms of weight. At approximately 1,475g, it’s significantly heavier. The first few rides made that clear, but a week into using it as my daily, the added weight faded into the background. In fact, it now feels like a fair trade-off for the added sense of security and build quality. It also impresses with its solid construction. The shell feels sturdy, and the matte black and yellow finish has held up well despite being subjected to Mumbai’s harsh summer sun. There’s no fading or visible wear, which says a lot about its durability in real-world conditions. The inclusion of a ratchet strap instead of a double-d ring closure system might disappoint some, but it isn’t a deal-breaker in my books, although I’m primarily confined to the urban jungle. Chin bar doesn’t sit flush upon closure; demands effort. The integrated ...

The TVS Ntorq 125 has been one of India's most popular sporty scooters since its launch, combining a peppy engine with sharp styling and a feature set that has consistently punched above its weight. It is available in five variants, offering varying levels of equipment along with unique colour schemes and graphics to cater to different buyers. Here are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about it. What is the price of the TVS Ntorq 125? The TVS Ntorq 125 is available in five variants, with prices starting at Rs 82,500 for the base Disc variant and going up to Rs 1,00,650 for the range-topping XT. The Race Edition is priced at Rs 87,950, the Super Squad Edition at Rs 91,550, and the Race XP at Rs 93,650. All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi. What engine does the TVS Ntorq 125 use? The TVS Ntorq 125 is powered by a 124.8cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine producing 9.5hp and 10.6Nm in most variants. The Race XP is in a slightly higher state of tune, producing 10.2hp...

I have used a variety of riding pants, and a couple of months ago, the Raida Rover caught my attention. My routine consists of riding many different two wheelers, and the relaxed fit and cargo-style pockets seemed like something that would add more practicality to my everyday life.  The pants are available in nine sizes ranging from XS to 5XL, and as with most brands, I opted for a size S. The fit was relaxed and breathable, and the Velcro adjustment straps at the waist, above the calf and at the ankles allowed me to fine-tune the fit according to my liking. The Raida Rover riding pants get CE Level 2 protection at the knees and hips. A thoughtful addition is a soft foam pad for the tailbone as well. While it isn’t a proper CE protector, it is nice to get at this price point.  Additionally, at no extra cost, the pants come with a base thermal liner and a rain liner for different riding scenarios. Constructed from a 600D polyurethane-coated polyester chassis with mesh panels r...

Tata Motors is rolling out compelling benefits on electric offerings like the Harrier EV, Nexon EV, Curvv EV, and more throughout July. Depending on the model, buyers can take advantage of green bonuses (cash discounts), exchange/scrappage offers, loyalty offers, among other benefits.  Disclaimer: Discounts vary from city to city and are subject to stock availability. Check with your local dealership for exact figures. Tata Harrier EV discounts in July 2026 Up to Rs 2.75 lakh off All variants of Tata’s current flagship electric offering, the Harrier EV , are available with discounts of up to Rs 2.75 lakh this month. No cash discount is offered, but you do get an exchange/scrappage offer of up to Rs 75,000, a Rs 1 lakh loyalty bonus and an intervention benefit of Rs 1 lakh. The Harrier EV price starts from Rs 21.49 lakh and tops off at Rs 28.99 lakh, excluding home charger costs and premiums for cosmetic packages. Tata Curvv EV discounts in July 2026 Up to Rs 3.35 lakh off Like la...

Even though the honeymoon period is over, I still very much love my Royal Enfield Goan Classic 350. But like any relationship, some cracks have begun to surface. Since I’ve brought it up, let’s talk about them. One thing I complained about in my previous report continues to annoy me – the mirrors coming loose. While it was restricted to just the left one earlier, it has now plagued the right mirror too. It’s annoying, to say the least, and I’m considering using Loctite as a permanent solution. For now, I have to stop ever so often on my ride to tighten the mirror in place.  Two new irritants have cropped up too. First is the check engine light, which pops up intermittently. It hasn’t affected the bike in any way that I could tell, but I will get it checked at the next scheduled service.  Check engine light flashes intermittently; there’s no noticeable issue. Then there is that stylish rear fender. It still looks super cool and gives the Goan its distinctive style, but of la...