Latest Bike Releases: Jawa 42 FJ, Hero Splendor Xtec Disc, and Bajaj Chetak Blue 3202

From the latest bike and scooter launches to insights into upcoming models, plus Bajaj's new ethanol-powered motorcycle and much more!
 

• Jawa 42 FJ launched with enhanced performance.
• Hero Splendor Xtec Disc introduces a front disc brake.
• Bajaj Chetak Blue 3202 offers an extended range.
• Hero Destini 125 teases refreshed design and engine.
• Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Flex Fuel showcased at IBET. 

The first week of September brings a lot of excitement to the Indian two-wheeler industry. With the launch of exciting new bikes and scooters, a Teaser of available models, and insights into Bajaj's upcoming ethanol bikes. There is so much to consider! If you missed any of this week's action, here's a quick news summary for you: 
 

Top 2-Wheeler Launches and Updates

This week's top bike news includes the launch of the Jawa 42 FJ, which has a sportier design and a more powerful engine. 

Furthermore, the Hero Splendor Xtec Disc with front disc brake and the Hero Destini 125 Teased. Additionally, we have the Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Ethanol Bike Showcased and the Bajaj Chetak Blue 3202 offers a longer range at an affordable price. 
 

Jawa 42 FJ Launch

 
Jawa 42 FJ officially launched in India. Expanding the Jawa 42 range, which includes the Bobber 42 and 42, with a sportier neo-retro design, the 42 FJ features a larger 334cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder Alpha2 engine with 29.2 PS and 29 from Java 350. This is an increase of 6.7PS and 1.4Nm compared to the Java 350. 
 

Hero Splendor Xtec Disc Launch

 
The Hero Splendor Xtec disc model was launched in India. It is slightly more expensive than the drum model. The new model has a 240 mm front disc brake paired with a 130 mm bike diameter, reducing weight by just 1.6 kg compared to the drum model. 
 

Bajaj Chetak 3902 Launched

 
Bajaj has launched the Chetak Blue 3202 in India. It replaces the previous Bajaj Chetak Urban model but is priced lower at Rs 8,301. Furthermore, the new electric scooter features an upgraded battery pack, providing a claimed range of 137km—10km more than the Urbane variant’s 127km range. However, it maintains the same top speed of 73kmph as the Urbane model. 
 

Hero Destini 125 Teased

 
Hero MotoCorp has once again teased the upcoming Destini 125 a few days before its expected launch. The latest teaser offers several views of the scooter's new design. The Destini 125 is expected to be powered by a 124.6cc air-cooled, single-cylinder engine, which produces 9.12 horsepower and 10.4 Newton meters of torque. A disc brake version is also expected to launch. 
 

Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Ethanol Bike Showcased

 
Bajaj has showcased the Ethanol Pulsar NS160 at the India Bio-Energy and Tech (IBET) Expo 2024 in New Delhi. The Bajaj Pulsar NS160 Flex Fuel is officially touted as being similar to the standard petrol Pulsar NS160. The new model uses E100 fuel, a blend of 93.5 percent ethanol and fuel. 
 

On another note regarding alternative fuel options from Bajaj, the Freedom 125 CNG bike has achieved impressive sales figures within just 2 months despite being available only in select cities.

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