Auto Expo 2016: Bikes that Seem a Distant Reality for India

It would be quite amazing if the concepts we see come to reality. People around the world always work with their creativity and imagination to get us some of the interesting stuff and technologies. Anyways, the best part about these products is that they are capable enough to thrill us with their attractive features. On the same, the 2016 edition of Auto Expo came with amazing surprises for two-wheeler industry. Although, manufacturers such as Bajaj, Royal Enfield, Harley-Davidson, Ducati, Hyosung and MV Agusta missed the show, but the companies like Honda, Triumph, TVS, Benelli and BMW stole the limelight, thanks to their mesmerizing concepts and upcoming models. At the same time, there were few products showcased which are already available in the international market, but seem a distant reality for India. Listed below are 4 two-wheelers that were showcased at the Auto Expo 2016, but are not likely to hit Indian shores in the near future. 

Benelli Tornado 135:

Chinese-owned Italian automaker, Benelli has been pushing hard to increase it presence in the Indian two-wheeler market. In a bid to do so, the company unveiled its smallest displacement motorcycle, the TNT 135 at the Auto Expo 2016. Although the bike gets the 135cc engine only, but the features it comes equipped with make it stand out from the other similar segment motorcycles available in India. This makes the motorcycle quite costly as compared to the similar displacement motorcycles. Considering the features and specifications, this mini-bike is likely to get the price tag of Rs. 1.3 lac to 1.45 lac (Ex-Showroom, Delhi). 

Other Key Features of the Motorcycle:

Engine: 135cc, Single-Cylinder, 4-Strokes, Air-Cooled, 4-Valves, Double Spark

Transmission: 5-Speed Gearbox

Power Figures: 12.42bhp at 9,000rpm and 10.8Nm at 7,000rpm

Fuel Tank Capacity: 7.2 Litres

Dimension: 1840mm x 755mm x 1025mm (LxBxH)

Other Features: Fuel Injection, Digital Ignition, Wet Sump Lubrication, Split seat and Engine kill switch

Suzuki Burgman 650 Executive:

The biggest motoring event of the country witnessed the showcasing of Suzuki’s 650cc massive scooter, the Burgman. The company has been working on a CBU plan for the scooter, but nothing has been confirmed yet and displayed it to see its prospect in India. Suzuki Burgman is a perfect blend of performance and advanced technology, which looks muscular at the same time. The Indian customers aren’t ready for such higher displacement Maxi scooters that make it distant from the Indian market.

Important Features of the Motorcycle:

Engine: 638cc, 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled DOHC engine

Transmission: SEVT (Automatic Transmission)

Suspension: Telescopic, Coil Spring, Oil Damped setup at front and Swingarm type, Coil Spring, Oil Damped System at the Rear

Dimension: 2,265mm x 810mm x 1,585mm (LxBxH)

Fuel Tank: 15 Litres

Key Features: 50 Litres under seat compartment, power folding mirrors, heated handlebar grips and heated seats (both front and rear).

Peugeot three-wheeled Metropolis

Next on the list is Peugeot’s three-wheeled scooter - the Metropolis, which marked its presence at the Expo along with Django and Speedfight. The company isn’t planning to bring these products to the Indian market and brought them for the showcasing only. The three-wheeled giant, Metropolis is powered by a 399cc engine that is coupled to an automatic transmission. It has also been integrated with an onboard computer that monitors tyre pressure, mileage and minimum fuel consumption.

Key Features of the Peugeot Metropolis

Engine: 399cc, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, 4-valves engine

Transmission: Automatic transmission

Power Figures: 32.72bhp

Suspension: DTW and a mono shock absorber at the front and hydraulic double shock absorber at the rear

Braking: Synchro Braking concept

Key Features: windscreen, smart key, automatic locking of storage spaces and electric parking brake.

TVS Dazz

Indian two-wheeler manufacturer, TVS was one of the popular exhibitors at the Auto Expo. The company showcased a good mix of concepts and products at its stall. Among all the products displayed at its pavilion, one was TVS Dazz, which was showcased in the previous edition of Expo as well. The scooter is already available in the International market but never came to India for the sale. This 110cc scooter comes equipped with Fuel injection system. 

Other important features include

Engine: 109cc, 4-stroke, air-cooled fuel injected engine

Power figures: 8.34bhp at 7,500rpm and 8.3Nm at 5,500rpm

Braking: Disc brake at the front

Key Features: Tubeless tyres, charger socket and much more