Suzuki to introduce three new bikes in India
suzuki is planning to expand its presence in the Indian market with the September launch of a 125cc scooter, followed by the introduction of a 150cc motorcycle and the company's flagship pro bike Hayabusa in March next year.
"We are aiming to plug the gap between 100cc and 150cc segment in scooters. By September, we plan to launch a 125cc variometric scooter," said Atul Gupta, vice-president, sales and marketing, suzuki motorcycle India Pvt Ltd." He added that the company expects the scooters segment to contribute about 20% in its overall target of 1.2-1.3 lakh units in 2007-08.
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In the motorcycle market, Mr Gupta said the company was planning to launch a 150cc model, to compete with the likes of Bajaj Pulsar and Hero honda's CBZ Xtreme, by March 2008. Also, with the government's relaxation of norms for importing 800cc-and-above bikes, the launch of super premium bikes in India is in the offing, Mr Gupta added.
"If all the aspects go well, including our own service and spare parts, then the likes of Hayabusa (1,300cc) and GXR (1,000 cc) could be brought in here by March 2008," he said. suzuki to introduce three new bikes in India
25th June 2007
By Staff Writer
suzuki is planning to expand its presence in the Indian market with the September launch of a 125cc scooter, followed by the introduction of a 150cc motorcycle and the company's flagship pro bike Hayabusa in March next year.
"We are aiming to plug the gap between 100cc and 150cc segment in scooters. By September, we plan to launch a 125cc variometric scooter," said Atul Gupta, vice-president, sales and marketing, suzuki motorcycle India Pvt Ltd." He added that the company expects the scooters segment to contribute about 20% in its overall target of 1.2-1.3 lakh units in 2007-08.
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In the motorcycle market, Mr Gupta said the company was planning to launch a 150cc model, to compete with the likes of Bajaj Pulsar and Hero honda's CBZ Xtreme, by March 2008. Also, with the government's relaxation of norms for importing 800cc-and-above bikes, the launch of super premium bikes in India is in the offing, Mr Gupta added.
"If all the aspects go well, including our own service and spare parts, then the likes of Hayabusa (1,300cc) and GXR (1,000 cc) could be brought in here by March 2008," he said.
Source: http://www.automotive-busin...
issued: Tuesday, June 26, 2007
updated: Tuesday, June 26, 2007
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