Weekly Bike News Wrapup: Triumph Street Triple R Launched, 2021 KTM RC 390 Spotted Testing, Honda 200cc Bike Incoming, And More

Never a dull week in the world of motorcycles, and this one was no different. It was an eventful affair, with new launches, exciting sightings of upcoming bikes and some long overdue government policies. Here’s everything you may have missed over the last seven days:

Honda Price Hikes

Let’s first get the only piece of bad news out of the way. Honda has hiked prices across almost its range, and everything except the Dio has been affected. In total, nine bikes and scooters have seen an increase in price, and for a full model-wise breakup, you can head here.

2021 KTM RC 390 Spotted Testing

If you were disappointed to see the RC 390 remain the same old bike even after its BS6 update, stay strong, because redemption is coming soon. An updated version has been spotted testing with a completely new look and even a TFT screen! For full info, click here.

Triumph Street Triple R, Kawasaki Versys 650 BS6 Launched

Big bike buyers have received a couple of much-needed new options, with both Triumph and Kawasaki rolling in new products. The British bikemaker launched the Street Triple R at an EXTREMELY attractive price and you can read all about it here. Kawasaki updated the Versys 650 to BS6 emission norms and it has been accompanied by a very modest Rs 10,000 price hike. Full details are available here.

Delhi, Telangana Introduce EV Policies

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, always the voice of reason and wisdom, has introduced a new and rather progressive EV policy in the state, as he hopes to register five lakh new EVs in the next five years. The policy will not only make electric two-wheelers more affordable by Rs 30,000 but will also aim to set up 200 charging stations in the next year. Telangana has also introduced a new EV policy of its own, waiving road tax and registration charges on electric vehicles. You can read all about both policies here.

Honda 200cc Bike Incoming

If you’re surprised to see the Honda CB Hornet 160R not make the transition to BS6 emission norms just yet, we have good news for you. No, Honda hasn’t forgotten about its popular little Hornet. Instead, we believe that the brand is going to reintroduce the model in a bigger, more powerful 200cc avatar. More details are available here.