Spain’s Tamarit Motorcycles has won Triumph Originals 2026 – the British manufacturer’s global custom competition, after securing 33 percent of the public vote and earning the judge panel’s highest score. Its Scrambler 400 XC based build, Miura, impressed both judges and voters with its interpretation of the brief and excellent build quality.
Bringing together custom builders from seven countries (Canada, China, France, Italy, Spain, the UK and the USA), Triumph Originals 2026 required each team to create a 1/1 ‘Time Capsule’ Scrambler inspired by a defining era from the model’s rich history.
Thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world cast their votes to help decide the winner. The public vote was combined with scores from an international judging panel made up of leading figures from the worlds of motorcycle design, custom building, journalism and heritage, ensuring every entry was assessed on its originality, technical execution and interpretation of the competition’s brief.
नेटफ्लिक्स (Netflix) में एक बार फिर छंटनी होने जा रही है। इस बार लगभग 5 प्रतिशत कर्मचारियों को नौकरी से निकाला जा सकता है। इसकी घोषणा अगले हफ्ते तक हो सकती है। यह बात पक न्यूज (Puck News) की एक रिपोर्ट में मामले की जानकारी रखने वाले लोगों के हवाले से कही गई है। पिछले साल के आखिर में नेटफ्लिक्स के पास लगभग 16,000 फुल-टाइम कर्मचारी थे। कंपनी एक ऑन डिमांड ओवर द टॉप स्ट्रीमिंग प्लेटफॉर्म है। सब्सक्रिप्शन के जरिए इस प्लेटफॉर्म पर टीवी शो, फिल्म, डॉक्युमेंट्री, गेम्स, एनीमे, गेम्स आदि का मजा लिया जा सकता है।
स्ट्रीमिंग मार्केट में कॉम्पिटीशन तेजी से बढ़ रहा है। मीडिया कंपनियां कंसोलिडेटेड हो रही हैं और यूट्यूब (YouTube) व्यूअरशिप और विज्ञापन पर होने वाले खर्च का एक बड़ा हिस्सा हासिल कर रहा है। नेटफ्लिक्स अपने रेवेन्यू के सोर्स बढ़ाने के लिए सब्सक्रिप्शन बिजनेस से आगे बढ़कर विज्ञापन, लाइव प्रोग्रामिंग और गेमिंग में भी निवेश कर रही है।
2022 में निकाले थे सैकड़ों कर्मचारी
इससे पहले नेटफ्लिक्स ने साल 2022 में बड़े पैमाने पर छंटनी की थी। उस वक्त कंपनी ने धीमी ग्रोथ और सब्सक्राइबर घटने के कारण सैकड़ों नौकरियां खत्म कर दी थीं। एक दशक से ज्यादा समय में पहली बार नेटफ्लिक्स के ग्राहकों में भारी गिरावट देखी गई थी।
ई-कॉमर्स कंपनी एमेजॉन ने भी एक बार फिर छंटनी की है। हाल ही में रॉयटर्स की एक रिपोर्ट में कहा गया कि कंपनी ने कुछ नौकरियां कम की हैं, खासकर अपनी ‘स्टोर्स’ यूनिट में। यह यूनिट मुख्य ई-कॉमर्स वेबसाइट को देखती है। इंटरनल स्लैक चैनल से सामने आया है कि कस्टमर सर्विस और सेलिंग पार्टनर सर्विसेज समेत स्टोर्स के कई डिवीजन पर छंटनी का असर पड़ा है। हो सकता है कि एमेजॉन की दूसरी यूनिट्स के कर्मचारी भी इस जॉब कट से प्रभावित हुए हों।
नौकरी गंवाने वालों में अमेरिका, भारत और यूके के कर्मचारी शामिल हैं। इस बार एमेजॉन द्वारा निकाले गए व्हाइट-कॉलर कर्मचारियों की संख्या 1,000 से कम बताई जा रही है। पिछले साल कंपनी ने बड़े पैमाने पर छंटनी की थी और 30,000 नौकरियां कम की थीं। यह सिलसिला इस साल जनवरी तक चला था।
The sun will soon set on the McLaren 750S, as the British marque has confirmed that it will end production of the mid-engined V8 supercar in 2027. Final orders are therefore being accepted for the 750S, with McLaren gearing up to overhaul its model range and expand into new segments from next year. The 750S is available in India in both Coupe and Spider body styles, priced at Rs 4.94 crore and Rs 5.46 crore (before options), respectively.
Launched in 2023 as a heavily updated version of the 720S, the 750S is McLaren’s flagship series-production offering. It is powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 that belts out 750hp and 800Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic sending power to the rear wheels. The 750S Coupe also has a relatively light kerb weight of 1,389kg (Spider is 49kg heavier), which means its power-to-weight ratio is an impressive 540hp/tonne. 0-100kph comes up in a brisk 2.8 seconds (claimed), and the top speed is 332kph.
McLaren prepares for a fresh model line-up
The 750S’s retirement is part of a wider shake-up for McLaren. Recently, McLaren revealed a new logo (pictured) and confirmed the development of its first SUV, which is expected to rival the likes of the Lamborghini Urus SE, Aston Martin DBX and Ferrari Purosangue. The SUV will use a hybrid powertrain and arrive as the first front-engined McLaren road car. McLaren will also build new engines and gearboxes in-house for the first time, and to support these development efforts, the carmaker is setting up a new factory in the UK.
Additionally, McLaren is planning to discontinue the Artura and GTS by 2028. Since the 750S, Artura and GTS are the only series-produced McLaren models currently on offer, the carmaker will likely have a completely new line-up by the end of this decade.
Royal Enfield’s electric sub-brand Flying Flea has expanded its India presence to Hyderabad, opening four customer touchpoints across the city. Hyderabad becomes the second city in the country to host Flying Flea stores, following Bengaluru.
Flying Flea C6 now available in Hyderabad across four touchpoints
Network follows hub-and-spoke model, with a dedicated technical hub at Erragadda
C6 priced at Rs 2.79 lakh, ex-showroom
Flying Flea Hyderabad network
For now, the brand has a company store and three other touchpoints in Hyderabad
The Hyderabad network spans one company store and three dealership outlets spread across the city. The move comes after customers in Bengaluru collectively clocked over 1 lakh kilometres on the Flying Flea C6, the brand’s sole product at the moment.
Flying Flea is also replicating its hub-and-spoke ownership model in Hyderabad. The company store in Erragadda serves as the dedicated hub for specialised technical support, while the spoke centres at Vanasthalipuram, Hi-Tech City and Kondapur will handle routine servicing and maintenance.
The expansion comes on the back of strong uptake in Bengaluru, where Flying Flea has since grown its presence to 11 touchpoints across the city. The brand has also recently expanded into Europe and the UK, with stores in Paris, London, Berlin, Barcelona and Rome.
Porsche has outlined a new line-up of models under its Sportwagenschmiede ‘35 strategy, which was presented by the German luxury marque at the Capital Markets Day in Weissach. The strategy, which means ‘sports car forge’ in German, includes a new halo supercar positioned above the 911, a new internal combustion-powered (ICE) SUV and an all-electric 718 line-up. Porsche stated that it will also be expanding its ‘special request’ offerings.
Mission S concept to preview the new supercar on October 15.
New ICE and PHEV SUV to join the Macan Electric in 2028.
Next-gen 718 Boxster and Cayman to be all-electric.
New Porsche halo supercar
This upcoming model is to be previewed as the Mission S concept on October 15
Under its new Sportwagenschmiede ‘35 strategy, Porsche has announced plans for a new mid-engined super sports car platform that will underpin a model above the 911. “We are developing a super sports car platform,” Porsche CEO Michael Leiters told the media present at the Capital Markets Day event.
Porsche Mission S official teaser
The brand said that it will be previewing this new model on October 15 by way of a concept called ‘Mission S’. This would be Porsche’s first range-topping supercar since the 918 Spyder and could serve as its spiritual successor. This upcoming mid-engined supercar, along with the other upcoming models announced by Porsche, could share parts with Volkswagen Group models, the company stated.
New Porsche SUVs in the works
This new combustion-powered SUV is set to join the Macan Electric in 2028
Joining the all-electric Macan in 2028 will be a similarly sized SUV, the brand confirmed. It also said that this new SUV will be offered with a range of combustion and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain options. Autocar UK previously reported that this SUV will be based on the PPC platform and be twinned with the Audi Q5.
Porsche is also exploring a new flagship SUV, which would be placed above the Cayenne. Codenamed the ‘K1’, it is reportedly set to launch with combustion power first, with an all-electric version expected at a later stage. The brand has committed to deepening its collaboration with Audi on the PPE and PPC platforms, which it hopes will lower development costs and improve efficiency. Porsche added that the unique character of each brand will be maintained through brand-specific technology and features.
Porsche confirms all-electric 718 models
Boxster and Cayman to move away from combustion power
Porsche 718 Boxster EV image by Autocar UK
The next-gen 718 duo will be moving to an all-electric platform, with 2028 set to be their first full year of production, Porsche confirmed. This is in contrast to what the luxury marque was earlier expected to do, with plans to equip the next-gen 718 range with a platform compatible with both combustion and pure-electric powertrains.
Porsche to ramp up its exclusive offerings
Focus on individualised examples from Sonderwunsch, Exclusive Manufaktur and Manthey to strengthen
Porsche has showcased several one-off models in recent months. These include the Flachbau RS, which is a road-legal one-off based on the 911 GT2 RS, and three one-of-one 911s that were displayed at the Monterey Car Week in August 2026.
Porsche Manthey 911 GT3
Porsche is now aiming to grow the sales from its Sonderwunsch personalisation division sixfold in the medium term. It has also increased its stake in Manthey Racing to 67 percent, with the aim to offer customers performance kits, exclusive track-side experiences and complete few-off concepts. These individualised examples are likely to carry much higher profit margins than regular series-production models. Porsche revealed that the highest price ever paid for a fully bespoke Sonderwunsch example was north of EUR 13 million.
Measures to boost profitability
Porsche is working on increasing profitability after profits fell by over 90 percent in 2025
Porsche saw its operating profit fall from EUR 5.64 billion to EUR 413 million in 2025, a drop of over 90 percent compared to 2024. Porsche expects the upcoming 718 electric range to support sales in 2028, with the new Macan-sized ICE SUV contributing from 2029. More models in the higher-margin D and E segments will follow, as per Porsche.
Porsche is also cutting model variants by about 20 percent to reduce complexity, and expects sales per variant to rise by about 30 percent as a result. As reported earlier, Porsche may also merge the Panamera and Taycan nameplates into a single model to curb unprofitable expenses. By implementing its new Sportwagenschmiede ‘35 strategy, Porsche is aiming for a net cash flow margin of 9 to 12 percent in the medium term, and wants its break-even point to drop below 2 lakh units. The company is also set to reduce material costs by around 10 percent by way of parts sharing with the rest of the Group.
Mini India has commenced pre-bookings of the Cooper Oxford Edition. This limited-run edition of the hatchback pays homage to the brand’s hometown of Oxford, UK, the brand says. It will arrive here in ‘S’ guise, getting the same 2.0-litre direct-injection turbo-petrol engine as the standard Cooper 3-door hatchback.
Kawasaki has teased a new four-cylinder tall and upright sport tourer on its UK social media handle, which we expect is to be the new Versys 900. The presence of a windscreen resembling the one on the Versys 650 and 1100 models and an inline-four cylinder soundtrack both reinforce our claim.
4-cyl motor sounds unstressed, not peaky and high-revving
Bike shown tackling varied road conditions in teaser
It has a tall adjustable windscreen, like 1100 and 650 Versys models
Will a new Z900-based model supplement the Versys range soon?
There are quite a few signs in the teaser which point to this fact
There are some primary points to pay attention to on the teaser shared by Kawasaki UK. Firstly, the four-cylinder soundtrack immediately reminds one of the smooth and refined hum of the unstressed, torque-rich, big-bore 948cc four-pot motor on the Z900 complete with the exhaust pops as if a bidirectional quickshifter (a feature on the latest-gen Z900) is being used to shift between gears. Second, what looks like an adjustable windscreen shown at the end of the teaser (pictured in the lead image) is very similiar in style to that of a tall rounder motorcycle like the Versys range. Another indication that this is going to be a road-biased machine is that while different road conditions are shown, never once does the bike in question leave the tarmac – another Kawasaki Versys hallmark.
Last but not least, the motorcycle in question is shown tackling different sorts of roads including wide and fast sweeping corners, a tight and slightly bumpy surfaced road as well as a tunnel on a highway – all factors pointing to this bike being geared toward handling long-distance travel comfortably.
Then there is also the fact that many reputed international publications had pictured a fully production-ready – but partially obscured by a cover – Versys model – which was presumably out on an advertisement/promo shoot – with a four-cylinder engine some months ago. Given that shoehorning a supersport-derived engine from its own lineup (like the ones on the ZX-4R, 6R or 10R) wouldn’t suit the sport touring nature of a Kawasaki Versys model, this automatically leaves only the Z900’s four-cylinder engine to be used on this machine.
Some other factors which would lend more credence to our claim of this being a Versys 900 are that the middleweight tall-rounder segment has grown quite large internationally with entrants from big marques like Yamaha, Triumph, Ducati, BMW and Moto Guzzi fielding at least 1 contender in this burgeoning class. Against these bikes, the Versys 650 is far too simple and slow while the Versys 1100 is a bit too heavy and big, making a 900 the perfect option to plug this gap. Kawasaki hasn’t officially confirmed any of this and this model will be revealed on October 10.
Tata Steel Q2 Update: टाटा ग्रुप की स्टील कंपनी Tata Steel ने वित्त वर्ष 2027 की दूसरी तिमाही का बिजनेस अपडेट जारी किया है। कंपनी का भारत में कच्चे स्टील का प्रोडक्शन सालाना आधार पर 10% बढ़कर 62.1 लाख टन हो गया। डिलीवरी भी 7% बढ़कर 59.7 लाख टन रही।
तिमाही आधार पर प्रोडक्शन 8% बढ़ा। जमशेदपुर और कलिंगानगर प्लांट में ज्यादा प्रोडक्शन से कंपनी को फायदा मिला। पहली छमाही में प्रोडक्शन 10% बढ़कर 1.197 करोड़ टन और डिलीवरी 8% बढ़कर 1.114 करोड़ टन रही।
ऑटो और ब्रांडेड प्रोडक्ट्स की बिक्री मजबूत
मानसून सीजन के बावजूद घरेलू मांग स्थिर रही। बेहतर प्रोडक्ट मिक्स से भी डिलीवरी को सपोर्ट मिला। ऑटोमोटिव एंड स्पेशल प्रोडक्ट्स का वॉल्यूम करीब 11 लाख टन रहा। यह दूसरी तिमाही का अब तक का सबसे ज्यादा वॉल्यूम है। सालाना आधार पर इसमें 19% की बढ़ोतरी हुई।
ब्रांडेड प्रोडक्ट्स एंड रिटेल का वॉल्यूम भी रिकॉर्ड स्तर पर पहुंच गया। इस सेगमेंट में करीब 22 लाख टन का वॉल्यूम रहा।
कंस्ट्रक्शन और इंजीनियरिंग कारोबार में भी ग्रोथ
कंस्ट्रक्शन एंड सॉल्यूशंस का वॉल्यूम करीब 6 लाख टन रहा। रेडी-टू-यूज सॉल्यूशंस की बिक्री सालाना आधार पर 32% बढ़ी।
इंजीनियरिंग और पैकेजिंग का वॉल्यूम करीब 4 लाख टन रहा। इसमें तिमाही आधार पर 12% की बढ़ोतरी हुई। ऑयल एंड गैस सेक्टर में ज्यादा बिक्री से इसे सपोर्ट मिला।
विदेशी कारोबार का हाल
Tata Steel Netherlands ने दूसरी तिमाही में करीब 15.2 लाख टन लिक्विड स्टील का प्रोडक्शन किया। डिलीवरी करीब 13 लाख टन रही। पहली छमाही में प्रोडक्शन 30.7 लाख टन और डिलीवरी 27 लाख टन रही।
Tata Steel UK ने खरीदे गए सब्सट्रेट की प्रोसेसिंग के जरिए 3.8 लाख टन की डिलीवरी की। 1 जुलाई से लागू नए सेफगार्ड उपायों से पहले सप्लाई चेन में स्टॉक बढ़ने का असर डिलीवरी पर पड़ा। वहीं, Llanwern पिकल लाइन अब पूरी क्षमता पर चल रही है।
थाईलैंड में बिक्री योग्य स्टील का प्रोडक्शन 3.2 लाख टन रहा। डिलीवरी 3.1 लाख टन रही। सितंबर में भारी बारिश के कारण डिलीवरी तिमाही आधार पर थोड़ी कम हुई।
टाटा स्टील के शेयरों का हाल
Tata Steel का शेयर बुधवार को BSE पर 3.10 रुपये यानी 1.74% गिरकर 175.50 रुपये पर बंद हुआ। पिछले 6 महीने में स्टॉक 11.39% टूटा है। वहीं, 1 साल में इसने 2.27% का मामूली रिटर्न दिया है। टाटा स्टील का मार्केट कैप 2.19 लाख करोड़ रुपये है।
Disclaimer: यहां मुहैया जानकारी सिर्फ सूचना के लिए दी जा रही है। यहां बताना जरूरी है कि मार्केट में निवेश बाजार जोखिमों के अधीन है। निवेशक के तौर पर पैसा लगाने से पहले हमेशा एक्सपर्ट से सलाह लें। मनीकंट्रोल की तरफ से किसी को भी पैसा लगाने की यहां कभी भी सलाह नहीं दी जाती है।
TVS’s revival of the Norton brand has been going swimmingly so far, with the brand already launching two motorcycles in Europe: the Manx R and, recently, the Atlas. The Manx and Manx R share a platform as Norton’s flagship motorcycles, while the Atlas uses a 585cc twin-cylinder engine and is built completely in India. It now seems like the brand might be expanding its portfolio, if its new trademark applications are anything to go by.
Norton currently sells two motorcycles in Europe: Manx R and Atlas
Manx and Atlas GT have been revealed but haven’t been launched yet
Norton’s India entry is on the cards, with the Atlas expected to be the first model
Norton’s revival backed by TVS: What’s happened so far?
Two products launched in Europe, Indian launches pending
The UK-based manufacturer has recently trademarked three new names: International (also referred to as Inter in some places), Avelon and Roven. These could be upcoming motorcycles from the brand, but we currently don’t have more details as to what kind of bikes or a possible timeline for any of them. This isn’t the first time the brand has been noted for trademarking names, though.
Back in 2020, we reported Norton had trademarked six names: Combat, Electra, Fastback, Navigator, Nomad and Ranger. These applications were filed shortly after TVS took over the brand, so at that time, the names were thought to indicate the first set of products from the rejuvenated legacy manufacturer. Six years later, Norton still hasn’t used these names, so the trademarks by themselves don’t necessarily reveal anything concrete.
Currently, the brand’s UK website lists four motorcycles: Manx R, Atlas, Manx and Atlas GT – of which the first two are on sale. The Manx R starts at GBP 20,250 (Rs 25.73 lakh) and the Atlas at GBP 8,250 (Rs 10.57 lakh). The Manx R did its job very well in re-introducing the brand to the world. Our first ride impressions of the Atlas were also encouraging, and the motorcycle should act as a good upgrade to the current ~400cc adventure tourer segment, which has seen a lot of action lately. The Atlas has a 585cc twin-cylinder engine that makes 69hp and 57.5Nm. Norton has positioned the Atlas as more of a tourer, with features such as cruise control and advanced rider aids like lean-sensitive ABS, traction control, slide control and launch control. We expect the Atlas to be priced lower in India compared to the UK since it is being manufactured here.
Going back to the names, Norton has long been rumoured to be working on a more affordable, single-cylinder platform for value-sensitive markets – like India – and it isn’t far-fetched to think one of these trademarked names could be used for products born out of that platform. Although time (and TVS) will tell where this actually leads. For now, we look forward to Norton bringing its current roster to India and hope to see the Atlas being priced competitively. Though our first ride impressions of it were good, we’d love to see how it stacks up in home territory against rivals like the Honda NX500, Kawasaki Versys 650 and the soon-to-be-launched Royal Enfield Himalayan 750.
Source: MOTOBOB (Instagram); All GBP-to-INR conversions are based on exchange rates at the time of writing.
It’s here, finally. Almost three years after the very first Triumph 400s debuted (Speed and Scrambler X), we have a Bonneville for the class, and it’s looking to redraw the boundaries for the retros. However, the 350cc class is silently one of the fiercest segments in India, with Royal Enfield leading it, predominantly with the Classic 350. We have Honda trying to eat away at that dominance with the CB350 and Jawa with its 350, but sales-wise at least, Royal Enfield has so far remained unassailable. Can the Hinckley-based manufacturer finally make its Indian-UK counterpart feel the heat? Let’s see.
Triumph Bonneville T40 vs Rivals: Engine and output
Triumph is off to a great start
Triumph Bonneville T40
Royal Enfield Classic 350
Honda CB350C
Jawa 350
Engine
350cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
349cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled
348.36cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled
334cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
Power
29hp at 7,000rpm
20.2hp at 6,100rpm
21hp at 5,500rpm
22.57hp at 7,000rpm
Torque
31.2Nm at 5,500rpm
27Nm at 4,000rpm
29.5Nm at 3,000rpm
28.1Nm at 5,000rpm
Transmission
6-speed
5-speed
5-speed
6-speed
Power-to-weight ratio
148.72hp/tonne
103.59hp/tonne
113.28hp/tonne
116.53hp/tonne
Triumph is looking to distinguish the Bonneville T40 in every way possible, starting with the engine itself. Its 350cc unit is one of two liquid-cooled mills on the list. This bike also makes the most power and torque. The T40’s peak power is followed at a distance by the Jawa 350, and it’s the Honda CB350 that makes the nearest comparable amount of peak torque. Honda’s 348cc engine also delivers both power and torque much earlier in the rev range.
Triumph Bonneville T40 vs Rivals: Dimensions and weight
Honda strikes a fine balance
Triumph Bonneville T40
Royal Enfield Classic 350
Honda CB350C
Jawa 350
Fuel tank capacity
14.5 litres
13 litres
15.2 litres
13.2 litres
Ground clearance
165mm
170mm
165mm
178mm
Kerb weight
195kg
195kg
186kg
~193kg
Seat height
790mm
805mm
800mm
790mm
Wheelbase
1418mm
1390mm
1441mm
1449mm
In this section, the Honda CB350C immediately stands out because of its kerb weight. It is the lightest motorcycle in this comparison, and that’s despite being the heaviest version in the CB350 line-up; the CB350 weighs 181kg and the CB350RS 180kg. Yet, it has the largest fuel tank capacity, along with decent seat height and ground clearance. The T40’s second-shortest wheelbase should make it an agile bike, but it remains to be seen how it rides in the real world. The Classic 350 – with the shortest wheelbase – isn’t exactly known for its agility, not that it’s expected in this segment to begin with.
Please note that Jawa/Yezdi report dry weight on the website, so you’ll find the Jawa 350’s weight to be 184kg there, but with 90 percent fuel and other fluids, its kerb weight should be closer to the others in the list.
Triumph Bonneville T40 vs Rivals: Tyres, brakes and suspension
Old vs new retros
Triumph Bonneville T40
Royal Enfield Classic 350
Honda CB350C
Jawa 350
Tyres (F, R)
100/90-18, 150/70R17
100/90-19, 120/80-18
100/90-19, 130/70-18
100/90-18, 130/80-17
Brakes (F, R)
310mm disc, 255mm disc; dual-channel ABS
300mm disc, 270mm disc; dual-channel ABS
310mm disc, 240mm disc; dual-channel ABS
280mm disc, 240mm disc; dual-channel ABS
Suspension (F, R)
Telescopic fork, twin-shock
Telescopic fork, twin-shock
Telescopic fork, twin-shock
Telescopic fork, twin-shock
The differences are a bit confusing, mainly because there are barely any. The only major distinction among these four motorcycles is that two have a 19-inch front wheel, whereas the other two have an 18-inch one. The same goes for the rear wheel: two of them have an 18-inch unit, and the other two get a 17-inch one. Elsewhere, there are minor variations in the disc rotor sizes, but by and large, they fall in the same ballpark, all things considered.
Triumph Bonneville T40 vs Rivals: Features
Triumph’s biggest flaunt
The Bonneville T40 is the newest entrant in this retro segment, and that contrast is most visible in the features department. It offers ride-by-wire and a 4-inch TFT display with five ride modes (Eco, Road, Rain, Rider A and B), turn-by-turn navigation powered by Triumph, cornering ABS, traction control and cruise control, all as standard. For context, here’s what the second most feature-packed motorcycle, the Honda CB350C, offers: dual-channel ABS, a slip-and-assist clutch, Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC, traction control) and Honda RoadSync connectivity on the higher variants through the LCD screen.
Triumph has waited to debut a much-needed new instrument cluster with the Bonneville. It’s a decision you can raise questions about (like, why not on the Tracker 400?), but it’s a change that’s wholeheartedly welcomed nevertheless. If you prefer your retros to straddle the line between the old and new, the Bonneville T40 is hard to beat.
Triumph Bonneville T40 vs Rivals: Price
Most expensive modern classic
Triumph Bonneville T40
Royal Enfield Classic 350
Honda CB350C
Jawa 350
Price (ex-showroom)
Rs 2.80 lakh
Rs 1.89-2.26 lakh
Rs 2.00-2.04 lakh
Rs 2.11-2.21 lakh
Triumph is also the most expensive of the lot. An Indian-specific T4 has also been revealed at a lower price point of Rs 2.55 lakh, but that is still Rs 29,000 more expensive than the Classic 350’s top variant. If you find these to be too expensive and would rather have a more retro experience, Royal Enfield’s very own Bullet 350 starts at Rs 1.67 lakh and tops out at Rs 2.11 lakh.
Triumph’s own Speed T4 is the closest modern classic from the brand, coming in at a more palatable Rs 2.10 lakh, although it doesn’t have the decorated name. All things considered, the Bonneville’s arrival has been anticipated for quite a while, and it’s finally here, ready to swing. We now have to see how convincing its swing ends up being.
