MBP C1002V

MBP, an Italian bikemaker, has unveiled its first litre-class cruiser, C1002V, in India at Auto Expo 2023. Head here for all the details.

The MBP C1002V flaunts a laid-back riding triangle, and blacked-out and brawny bodywork complete with fat tyres at both ends. Its overall styling is reminiscent of the Harley Davidson Night Rod.

The 997cc liquid-cooled V-twin mill makes 95PS and 102Nm and is paired to a six-speed gearbox. You get two 320mm disc brakes at the front and a 300mm one at the rear, with 18-inch wheels wrapped with fat 130- and 240-section tyres at the front and rear respectively. A 680mm seat height sounds inviting and even the ground clearance is a healthy 150mm. Even the 262kg kerb weight is fairly light for a cruiser. If priced well, it could be a unique and feature-packed alternative to the Harleys and Indian motorcycles.

It features IoT (internet of things) technology with GPS and its own internet connection facilitating app-based connectivity and more cool stuff.

It could flaunt an expected price tag of Rs 10 lakh ex-showroom and will go up against the likes of the Harley-Davidson Nightster and the Indian Scout Bobber.