The collaboration between Triumph Motorcycles and Bajaj Auto has been highly anticipated, and the release of a teaser for the upcoming mid-capacity bike has generated even more excitement among motorcycle enthusiasts.
Teaser
Based on the teaser, the new model will have a retro-inspired design, featuring a teardrop-shaped fuel tank with a chrome fuel filler cap and a flat seat. The circular LED headlamp and single-pod instrument console add to the classic styling. The bike is also expected to have alloy wheels, an upside-down front fork, and a rear mono-shock for improved suspension.
Reports suggest that Bajaj-Triumph will offer two versions of the mid-capacity bike: a stylish roadster and a rugged scrambler. Both versions are said to be powered by a new 400cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine, which should provide a balance between performance and efficiency.
Global debut
The global debut of the Bajaj-Triumph mid-capacity bikes is scheduled to take place in London on June 27, 2023. After the global unveiling, the bikes will be launched in India on July 5, 2023. It will be interesting to see these new motorcycles’ full specifications and features once they are officially unveiled.
Here are some of the key features of the upcoming Bajaj-Triumph mid-capacity bikes:
- 400cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine
- Retro-styled design
- Teardrop-shaped fuel tank
- Chrome fuel filler cap
- Flat seat
- Circular LED headlamp
- Single-pod instrument console
- Alloy wheels
- Upside-down front fork
- Rear mono shock
The Bajaj-Triumph mid-capacity bikes will face stiff competition from several other motorcycles.
Some of the key competitors include:
- Royal Enfield Classic 350: The Royal Enfield Classic 350 is a popular retro-styled motorcycle powered by a 350cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine. It starts at Rs. 1.65 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi).
- KTM Duke 390: The KTM Duke 390 is a sporty naked motorcycle powered by a 373cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. It starts at Rs. 2.74 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi).
- Honda CB350R: The Honda CB350R is a modern-classic motorcycle powered by a 313cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. It is priced at Rs. 2.03 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi).
- BMW G310R: The BMW G310R is a premium naked motorcycle powered by a 313cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. It starts at Rs. 2.99 lakhs (ex-showroom, Delhi).
Conclusion
The Bajaj-Triumph mid-capacity bikes are expected to be priced competitively and will target the growing market for affordable, stylish motorcycles in India and other emerging markets.
