AMWCFMoto Launch Four Bikes in India
CFMotohavetiedupwithBengaluru-based AMW (Asia MotorWorks)
motorcyclesandwillbringfournew motorcycles, ranging between 300
ccand 650 cc,toIndia.Themotorcycle range includes the 300NK, 650NK,
650MT,and650GT.
Accordingtothecompany,the bikes have been designed in Austria and
aremanufacturedinChina.These will be brought to India as completely
knockeddown(CKD)kitsandthe entry-level offering is the CFMoto
300NK.Theentry-level300NKis priced at Rs 2.29 lakh. The naked 650NKis priced at Rs 4 lakh, 650MT tourer at Rs 5 lakh, and 650GT sport tourer at
Rs 5.50 lakh, all prices ex-showroom.
Reports state that AMW are setting up a production facility near
Bengaluru where the bikes will be assembled. The facility will have a
production capacity of 10,000 units per year. Sales will commence from
dealerships coming up in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, and
Pune. CFMoto also plan to bring the 400NK, 400GT, and the fully faired
250SR to India next year.Ducati Multistrada
1260 Enduro
Armed with the 1,262-cc 90° L-twin seen in the “S” variant,
the new Enduro brings spoked wheels, dual-purpose tyres,
and sophisticated electronics, making it among the most
formidable offerings from the Bologna marque. It makes 158 hp
and 128 Nm from its Testastretta DVT engine, more than enough
to haul its weight. In fact, 85 per cent of its peak torque is from
below 3,500 rpm with a 17 per cent increase at 5,500 rpm
compared to the previous model. Furthermore, at 4,000 rpm,
the most common engine speed while riding, it makes the best
torque in its class, a feat not to be underestimated. The riding
modes allow the rider to select a set-up that suits them best
while the new ride-by-wire function ensures smoother throttle
control and outstanding safety in terms of power delivery and
response. The Ducati Quick Shift is Up and Down, significantly
improving the ride experience by ensuring fluid gear shifts.
The Multistrada 1260 Enduro also boasts of advanced
electronics, with a new six-axis Bosch Inertial Measurement Unit
(IMU) handling the Cornering ABS, Ducati Cornering Lights (DCL),
and Ducati Wheelie Control (DWC). Also standard is the Vehicle
Hold Control (VHC), which makes uphill starts easier, especially
with a heavy load. The Bosch IMU also interacts with the semi-
active Ducati Skyhook Suspension (DSS) Evolution control
system for maximum dynamic suspension performance.
The Ducati Multistrada 1260 Enduro is priced from Rs
19.99 lakh (ex-showroom), before taxes, customization, and
accessorizing, of course.32 BikeIndia^ August 2019 http://www.bikeindia.in
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