Hero Ignitor launched from price of Rs 55,900 in India

 

Hero MotoCorp has finally launched the much awaited 125cc offering, the sexy looking Ignitor in India. Prices start at Rs 55,900 for this bike. Here is the official press release of the same

HERO MOTOCORP AUGMENTS PRESENCE IN DELUXE SEGMENT WITH LAUNCH OF “IGNITOR” NEW 125CC BIKE NOW AVAILABLE IN MARKET, ATTRACTIVELY PRICED AT RS. 55,900/- 

New Delhi, July 3, 2012: Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler manufacturer, has further strengthened its presence in the deluxe segment with the launch of its new motorcycle – Hero “Ignitor”. Close on the heels of the first “Hero” branded scooter Maestro, which was launched just over a month ago, comes the “Ignitor”. It is attractively priced at Rs. 55,900/- for the drum-self-cast variant and Rs 57,900/- for the disc-self-cast variant (both prices ex-showroom Delhi). Ignitor comes with the power of new generation 125 cc ATFT engine which offers a peak power output of 11PS at 8000rpm.

The sporty looking bike is loaded with impressive features that include digital-analog combo meter console, stylish split seat, classy front cowl, striking trapezoidal headlight, dazzling tail light, adjustable rear shock-absorbers, body-coloured rear grip and dual tone rear view mirrors.
Mr. Anil Dua, Sr. Vice President (Marketing & Sales), Hero MotoCorp said, “Every new launch of Hero MotoCorp flows from a clear strategy to further consolidate its leadership position across segments. With "Ignitor", we aim to bolster our presence in the growing deluxe segment. It combines sturdiness and superior technology with contemporary style and yet comes with an attractive price tag. We are confident that with such an irresistible package, Ignitor would definitely appeal across the young adult segments.” Besides being available in two variants, Ignitor comes in four exciting colour options - Pearl White, Sports Red, Vibrant Blue and Panther Black Metallic. With this, Hero MotoCorp has already launched three new models in quick succession – the Impulse, Maestro and now Ignitor. The company had showcased all these models at the Auto Expo in Delhi in January this year along with yet-to-be launched 110cc motorcycle “Passion X Pro”.
HMCL already has a very strong presence in the 125cc space where it straddles the segment with two clear positioning planks with two powerful brands - Glamour and the Super Splendor. Glamour appeals to youngsters as the most attractive bike with its ‘Simply Magnetic’ positioning, while Super Splendor has its own loyal customer base as the strong and reliable functional bike with exceptional performance.
HMCL on Monday reported its best-ever quarterly sales, riding on two consecutive months of record sales. With sales of 5,34,091 units in the month of June, HMCL’s cumulative sales for the first quarter (April-June) of this financial year (2012-13) clocked 16,42,292 units - its highest-ever sales in any single quarter. The company had sold 5,56,644 two-wheelers in May, its highest-ever monthly sales, surpassing its previous highest of 5,51,557 units, recorded only the previous month (April’12). The company had sold 15,29,577 units in the corresponding quarter of the last financial year (2011-12). The month of June also marks the 11th successive month of five lakh-plus unit sales for HMCL, which highlights the company’s robust performance since embarking on its solo journey just over a year ago. HMCL recently announced its largest-ever investment of over Rs 2500 crore in setting up new plants, expanding capacity at the existing plants and in building an integrated R&D centre. The company announced its plans to set up two new plants – at Neemrana in Rajasthan and in Gujarat. The company will also be soon setting up an integrated state-of-the-art Technology/R&D centre spread over 250 acres at Kukas, Jaipur in Rajasthan, which is going to be the largest two-wheeler R&D centre in the country.

Honda (HMSI) family now comprises of 10 million customers

 Honda family now rejoices with 10 million Happy Customers

•  Realizes ‘The Power of Dreams’ of 10 Million Happy Customers in just 11 years of operations
•  HMSI achieves last 10th million in record 5 months
• ‘India’s Fastest Growing 2Wheeler Company’ continues connecting with customers at faster pace

Honda has come a long way in India in the two-wheeler domain. They are now the number three manufacturer of two-wheelers in the country and with the Dream Yuga motorcycle launched, seem all set to be a strong number two player. Over the years, the company has sold over 10 million vehicles in India. This is the official press release of the same milestone. 

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd. (HMSI), the only Honda in Indian 2Wheeler industry created new history today by adding 10 million happy customers cumulatively. 
From achieving its 1st million mark in five years to achieving the last 10th million in just 5 months, Honda has aggressively grown to meet increasing customer demand inn India - the World’s second largest two-wheeler market and a priority market for Honda for the next decade and more.


Speaking on this achievement, Mr. Keita Muramatsu – President & CEO, HMSI said- “ We at Honda are proud that together as a Team, we have today successfully given Joy of mobility to over 10 Million Happy Customers. This milestone re-affirms the deep trust of customers for Brand Honda. Going ahead, Honda will intensify its efforts to rapidly expand production, network and continue to achieve many more million smiles introducing advanced Indian centric products across all motorcycle & scooter segments to realize our Dreams for India.”


Expressing sincere thanks to Honda customers, Mr. Y. S Guleria – Vice President, Sales & Marketing, HMSI said –“ Achieving the 10 million customer mark in this significant year as Only Honda in India has both humbled and inspired us. We thank our valued customers and reaffirm that as the Fastest Growing2Wheeler Company of India, Honda shall continue to provide high quality India specific products and benchmark services backed with increased production capability to achieve its Dream of Mobility for
All.”


HMSI came into existence on 14 Dec, 1999 and its first production facility at Manesar started operations in 2001. Since inception, the ‘Wings’ have aggressively expanded to serve customers faster. From operating its two production facilities at Manesar (Haryana) and Tapukara (Rajasthan) to rapidly moving towards construction of its upcoming third facility at Narsapuram, Karnataka; Honda is today uniquely poised to reach 4 million annual production capacity by 2013.


Matching its pace with The Power of Dreams of a billion Indians, HMSI has rapidly increased its network. In current FY’2012-13, Honda aims to add 500 new touch-points and take its growing network to 2000 touch-points in a bid to spread its reach and provide service closer to customer.


For over a decade, Honda’s consistency of providing high quality products and services has instilled a deep trust and confidence amongst Indian customers in the ‘Wings’.From its first model ‘Activa’ which gave a new life to scooter segment and is India’s largest selling automatic scooter to its latest product ‘Dream Yuga’ which marks the Company’s entry in mass motorcycle segment; all 15 quality Honda products are highly popular among Indian customers.


Throughout this journey, Honda has been the Industry First to promote Fun, Safety and Environment in India. As a responsible manufacturer, HMSI has till date trained over 1.7 lac customers, children and women on road safety. On the environment front, Honda works on reducing & reusing waste, resource conservation, improved efficiency and other initiatives at its factory, dealer and supplier premises.

Bajaj to discontinue the Pulsar 220S

We have been reporting that the current line up of Pulsar range of bikes will not be discontinued when the all new generation of Pulsar debuts with the launch of the 200NS. However, the current bikes will be discontinued over the period of time to make way for more modern machines. Now, the 220F is the flagship bike of the Pulsar series, the F referring to the quarter fairing. We also saw the 220S where S stood for Street Fighter and the bike sported similar looks to the now defunct 200 DTSi. Without the bigger fairing and the 55W projector headlamps, Bajaj was able to offer a powerful machine at a great price point. However, recently, we never saw too many 220S on roads and now, a popular bike website says that the 220S might be discontinued. This is being said owing to the fact that Bajaj’s official website has no mention of the 220S in the bike manufacturer’s product portfolio. Some other sources too say that the production of the 220S has now been discontinued. It may be noted that the launch of the next gen Pulsar-200 NS is just round the car and it might be a matter of few months before the remaining of the Pulsar bikes get discontinued.
Via - motoroids.com