Bajaj plans to launch Duke 125 and new Pulsar in India by 2011

Bajaj Auto Ltd, India's biggest two-wheeler manufacturer, is mulling over to launch two new motorcycles, which will be called as Duke 125 and new version of its flagship model, Pulsar in the Indian auto market by 2011. The new Duke 125 sports bike assembled by Austrian bike maker, KTM Power Sports AG with Indian arms, Bajaj Auto. Bajaj Auto gets a 14.5 percent stake in KTM in 2007 to access latest engine technology and increase distribution network in Europe. According to some news reports, the new Duke 125 is believed to be launched fist in Europe in March next year. S. Ravikumar, vice-president for business development of Bajaj Auto said, "There are plans to launch Duke 125, which was showcased at Cologne (Germany) this year.



The bike will be first launched in Europe and then it will be brought to India." Both two-wheelers giant agreed for the producing two- engine including 125cc and 250cc utilising with water-colling technology, which enabled to generate more power for the same capacity than the air and oil-cooled technology. Water cooling is a better conductor for warm countries. Ravikumar also said that the company is also planning on a new avatar of Pulsar next year. "This will happen some time next year... in the first quarter of the next fiscal," said Amit Nandi, vice-president, pro-biking segment, Bajaj Auto.



Recently, Bajaj Auto introduces new Orange Theme of Bajaj Pulsar 180 in the Indian auto market. "Most of the players are in this segment. It is highly competitive. A lot will depend on the pricing strategy of the company," said Jatin Chawla, an analyst at India Infoline Ltd. "However, this will help the company in strengthening its brand in the country. Apart from that launch, Indian bike lovers will see more new bikes in Indian by Bajaj Auto including Bajaj Sonic, Bajaj Blade (scooter), New Bajaj Boxer and more.

Ktm official unveiled production version of Duke 125

Austrian based leading motorcycle manufacturer, KTM Sportmotorcycle AG is all set to enter into Indian motorcycles market collaborating with Indian arm, Bajaj Auto. KTM-Bajaj Auto are jointly developing the new KTM Duke 125 in the Indian auto market. KTM has officially unveiled the production version of 2011 Duke 125 at the 2010 Intermot Show in Cologne, where it stood in public for the first time. Bajaj Auto would also intend to develop the new Duke 125 in the country along with the joint venture, KTM Sportmotorcycle AG. The new Ktm Duke 125 comes loaded with a fuel- injected four stroke single cylinder engine. The powertrain of this bike can expect to produce power output of 15.2hp at 10500 rpm and 12Nm of peak torque at 8000rpm.



The Ktm 125 Duke is the first street legal bike of KTM, which aims to capture young and entry level riders. The suspension is supplied by 43mm upside down fork and rear monoshock from WP, both suspension giving 6.3 inches of travel. The new Ktm 125 Duke wheels has been developed with alloy wheels and single disc unit brakes in conjunction with Brembo. The fuel tank capacity of 125 Duke is around of 13 litters along with 2.5l in reserve. It has incorporated with 5 speed transmission system. However, The company has not yet officially announced the launch of new KTM 125 Duke in India.



As per some sources, the new KTM Duke 125 is expected to be launched by the end of 2010 or early 2011 in the country with the attractive and competitive price tag of Rs. 1,00,000/-. The classy and stylish racer bike KTM Duke 125 would be available with exciting colors and shades. The Duke 125 might get tough competition with the same engine capacity bikes like Suzuki Slingshot 125, Honda Shine, Yamaha YBR, TVS Flame 125 and Bajaj Discover 135cc.

KTM Duke 125 specifications and features unveiled

KTM Sportmotorcycle AG is an Austrian motorcycle manufacturer brand, has recently unveiled the Specification and features details of its new KTM Duke 125 bike. The company has already announced that it will launch the new entry-level premium bike soon in India. KTM has associated with Indian arm, Bajaj Auto. The company now finally disclosed the details like components and technical features of its new Duke 125. As per some news reports, KTM will launch the new Ktm 125Duke in the European market by March 2011 and the Indian buyers will get it late of 2011.



The powertrain of this bike has been loaded features with Liquid cooled engine, Fuel Injection, 4 Valves-DOHC, which can expect to offer excellent output of power and torque. It might be delivered superb mileage in the Indian streets along with top speed of around 140 kmph. The gear box of Ktm Duke 125 would be packed with 5 speed transmission system. Other features like185 mm Ground clearance, Chunky Swingarm, 150 mm Rear Tyre, 43 mm dia USD (Upside Down) Front Forks, Trellis Frame, Hydraulically Operated Clutch to make it more comfy and safety. KTM is developing the new Ktm Duke 125 jointly with Bajaj Auto. The new Duke 125 might get hefty price tag in the premium two-wheeler segment.



It might also be got tough competition with Hero Honda Hunk, Bajaj Pulsar, Honda Dazzler, TVS Apache and Suzuki GS150R. The wheels of Duke 125 is equipped with alloy wheels and dual muffler exhaust. Indian major two-wheeler players are looking for globalize their two-wheeler associated with global two-wheeler majors. Presently, Bajaj Auto has tied-up with two major two-wheeler maker, Kawasaki and KTM. Bajaj had already launched Kawasaki Ninja 250R in the Indian auto market with Kawasaki joint venture. The company is now looking forward to launch new Ktm Duke 125 jointly with KTM motorcycles in the country.