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Triumph Speed Twin BS6 launched in Indian market: Read all details
Triumph Motorcycles India has updated its portfolio with the launch of the BS6-compliant Speed Twin at Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom, India). The pre-bookings for the motorcycle had commenced in June this year for a token amount of Rs 50,000.
The BS6-compliant model retains the 1,200cc, parallel-twin, liquid-cooled layout, although it now makes more power than before. Linked to a six-speed gearbox, the motor on the BS6 model produces 98.6bhp of maximum power at 7,250rpm and 112Nm of peak torque at 4,250rpm. In comparison, the old model made 96bhp of maximum power and 112Nm of peak torque at 4,950rpm.
Apart from mechanical revisions to comply with the newer, more stringent emission norms, the new Speed Twin also benefits from updated hardware. The suspension setup, for example, now uses 43mm Marzocchi upside-down front forks instead of conventional units on its predecessor. The shock absorption tasks at the rear are handled by preload-adjustable twin-sided springs. The braking setup at the front now uses Brembo M50 callipers that grab the 320mm twin discs. The anchoring hardware at the rear includes a 220mm single rotor with a Nissin-sourced calliper. The alloy wheels would come shod in Metzeler Racetec RR tyres.
The BS6 model also gets new anodised headlight mounts, new mudguard mounts, 12-spoke alloy wheels, and new graphics. The motorcycle is available in three colours – Red Hopper, Matte Storm Grey, and Jet Black. Triumph Motorcycles will offer 50 custom accessories that would further enhance the styling, practicality, and security of the Speed Twin. These would include a quilted seat in brown/black, tyre pressure monitoring system, engine embellishers, radiator and sump guard, heated grips, and an alarm.
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Improved version of Hyundai Creta launched in Indian market: Check it out here
Hyundai India launched the much-awaited Creta Knight Edition in the country at a starting price of Rs 13.51 lakh (ex-showroom, all-India). This new variant is available in both petrol and diesel engine options and can be had either with a manual or an automatic transmission unit. To read more about the Creta Knight Edition, click here. In addition to this, the company has also introduced a model-year update for the Hyundai Creta with new feature additions.
The 2022 Hyundai Creta is now available in a new Denim Blue colour option and the Highline TPMS is now standard across all variants. The SX (O) trim now also gets a glossy black centre console. Furthermore, the company will offer the iMT option on the 1.5-litre petrol ‘S’ variant to further expand choices for the customers. The new S+ variant powered by a 1.4-litre T-GDi petrol engine with 7DCT now gets an additional set of features, such as –
– Smart panoramic sunroof
– 16-inch black alloy wheels
– Smartphone wireless charger
– Rear Disc Brakes
– Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
– Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
– Hill start assist control (HAC)
– Paddle shifters
– Metal pedals
– Electric and auto-folding ORVMs
– Power window auto up/down
Mechanically, the SUV continues to be powered by the existing petrol and diesel engine options.