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Friday, May 10, 2013
KTM ACQUIRES THE 100 YEAR OLD HUSQVARNA FROM BMW
Europes largest two wheeler manufacturer KTM has acquired the motorcycle brand - Husqvarna, which was a cult brand of German bike major BMW Motorrad till date. We know that Indian two-wheeler major Bajaj Auto holds 47% stake in KTM. In a press statement, BMW Group confirmed stating it has signed a purchase agreement with Pierer Industrie AG (Austria) for the acquisition of 100-year old Husqvarna Motorcycles. The acquisition will proceed subject to approval by anti-trust authorities. Both companies have agreed not to disclose the purchase price. It was sold to Italian motorcycle group Cagiva and became part of MV Agusta Motor S.p.A, in 1987.
BMW acquired Italian firm Husqvarna from MV Agusta in 2008. BMW has invest in a significant amount in production and future product portfolio of Husqvarna in 2008. In fact some of BMW engineers had moved to Husqvarnas R&D set up. Both these companies have similar products, so synergies will be better utilised. KTM gets technology, distribution and product portfolio and it can further enhance the market share.
Husqvarna, which had sold the maximum of 15,000 units a few years back, posted 15.7% growth in 2012 by selling close to 10, 751 units, however it still continues to be loss making. When contacted Rajiv Bajaj, MD, Bajaj Auto confirmed the development but declined to give more details on the acquisition. By buying Husqvarna, KTM will expand its presence in Europe and it will also help the Austrian brand maintain its leadership position. KTM recently overtook BMW and the acquisition will help KTM create a second brand in the region.
Some source confirmed that Stefan Pierer, CEO of KTM has acquired 100% stake in Husqvarna, in his personal capacity from BMW. Husqvarna, which is a 100 year-old Swedish brand will eventually be transferred to KTM by Pierer with the deal finalized last week.
Bajaj reasoned: "In Jack Trout and Al Riess book of 22 immutable laws of marketing, the 8th chapter on the law of duality -says - in the long run, every market becomes a two horse race. As the market matures, top two players end up with 80% of market share. Thus with two strong brands KTM and Husqvarna - KTM places itself in a powerful position to defend its world leadership in off-road and premium motorcycles."
“And just like KTM products, Bajaj Autos Chakan plant could possibly become hub for exports for products below 400 cc.” said Bajaj. "Just like how KTM gained from the low cost of manufacturing from India, Husqvarna too can reduce cost by manufacturing products out of Bajaj Autos Chakan plant in Maharashtra." Bajaj added.
Surjit Arora, auto analyst with Prabhudas Lilladher said, "From a strategic point of view, the acquisition is a good fit. The Husqvarna products will further expand portfolio and enhance Bajajs image of a sporty bike maker. It is difficult to comment on specific financials, but today KTM is a profit making company, going ahead it will boost earning per share of Bajaj Auto in the next two to three years."
"Bajaj Autos future product may also get a boost. One has already seen the positive rub-off effect of KTM technology on Bajaj Autos product, this will further enhance Bajajs technology and one may see positive benefits of Husqvarna technology on Bajaj Autos products,"" said an industry analyst who did not wish to be named.
The entity is currently managed out of Varesa, Italy. Husqvarna has a range of off-road, supermoto and street bikes, including the Nuda 900 and TR650 range of street bikes, SMR 630, 511, 125 and SMS 125 range of supermoto bikes, the TXC cross country range, the TE Enduro range as well as a mini cross range.
BMW acquired Italian firm Husqvarna from MV Agusta in 2008. BMW has invest in a significant amount in production and future product portfolio of Husqvarna in 2008. In fact some of BMW engineers had moved to Husqvarnas R&D set up. Both these companies have similar products, so synergies will be better utilised. KTM gets technology, distribution and product portfolio and it can further enhance the market share.
Husqvarna, which had sold the maximum of 15,000 units a few years back, posted 15.7% growth in 2012 by selling close to 10, 751 units, however it still continues to be loss making. When contacted Rajiv Bajaj, MD, Bajaj Auto confirmed the development but declined to give more details on the acquisition. By buying Husqvarna, KTM will expand its presence in Europe and it will also help the Austrian brand maintain its leadership position. KTM recently overtook BMW and the acquisition will help KTM create a second brand in the region.
Some source confirmed that Stefan Pierer, CEO of KTM has acquired 100% stake in Husqvarna, in his personal capacity from BMW. Husqvarna, which is a 100 year-old Swedish brand will eventually be transferred to KTM by Pierer with the deal finalized last week.
Bajaj reasoned: "In Jack Trout and Al Riess book of 22 immutable laws of marketing, the 8th chapter on the law of duality -says - in the long run, every market becomes a two horse race. As the market matures, top two players end up with 80% of market share. Thus with two strong brands KTM and Husqvarna - KTM places itself in a powerful position to defend its world leadership in off-road and premium motorcycles."
“And just like KTM products, Bajaj Autos Chakan plant could possibly become hub for exports for products below 400 cc.” said Bajaj. "Just like how KTM gained from the low cost of manufacturing from India, Husqvarna too can reduce cost by manufacturing products out of Bajaj Autos Chakan plant in Maharashtra." Bajaj added.
Surjit Arora, auto analyst with Prabhudas Lilladher said, "From a strategic point of view, the acquisition is a good fit. The Husqvarna products will further expand portfolio and enhance Bajajs image of a sporty bike maker. It is difficult to comment on specific financials, but today KTM is a profit making company, going ahead it will boost earning per share of Bajaj Auto in the next two to three years."
"Bajaj Autos future product may also get a boost. One has already seen the positive rub-off effect of KTM technology on Bajaj Autos product, this will further enhance Bajajs technology and one may see positive benefits of Husqvarna technology on Bajaj Autos products,"" said an industry analyst who did not wish to be named.
The entity is currently managed out of Varesa, Italy. Husqvarna has a range of off-road, supermoto and street bikes, including the Nuda 900 and TR650 range of street bikes, SMR 630, 511, 125 and SMS 125 range of supermoto bikes, the TXC cross country range, the TE Enduro range as well as a mini cross range.
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Honda Scoopy SH300 From Spanish
Is name is the same as Honda skubek retro in Indonesia, but do not match the design and technology. SH300 Scoopy is much more elegant and has a more tech machines. Honda SH300 Scoopy is sold in Europe, one of which is Spanish. Carrying a cylinder SOHC engine, although the technology is simple but it has 4 valves. Space fuel too fat. With a piston diameter of 72 mm and 68.5 mm stroke, fill the cylinder reaches 279.1 cc. Energy to be quite large, up to 20 kW at 8500 rpm. To get a good exhaust emissions and low fuel consumption, fuel injection PGM-Fi embedded. Diameter throttel his body about 34 mm. A large force was asked to move the scooter berbodi this bongsor. Its size is large, it reaches a total length of 2 meters less. And weigh up to 180 kg. His legs are also large, 16-inch wheels ring. Rim width of 2.75 inches in front and 3.5 inches in the rear. Moderate wear size 110/70-16 tires in front and 130/70-16 at the rear. Of particular interest is the design of its body. Looks very elegant, in the European scooter Honda is so serious competitors for Piaggio Beverly. Thick and wide seats for comfort, foothold legs also relieved.
Friday, May 3, 2013
Another GUZZI Diamente from Barbacane
At the first look, it reminds of the Yacoubas Bestiale somehow, but after a few seconds of hard look, you realize that this is different, in fact, very different. Cannot recall seeing a bike with this kind of center of gravity. And that is what will grab you when you see the Diamante for the first time. Diamante meaning diamond in Italian is Filippo Barbacane’s latest creation. Babacane has already made a name for himself with his edgy futuristic styling and the Diamente is no different, probably only better. I am sure you remember Barbacane and his Firestarter Garage. He had also worked with Ghezzi Brian on the remarkable Kimera. This looks like a new gen street fighter. Like most of Barbacane’s creation, the Diamente too gets a Moto Guzzi donor, and this time it is a Moto Guzzi Griso 8V.
It is not hard to guess how the name was derived. You see the faceted bodywork resembling a diamond in its shape and actually the bodywork also helps to bring in air to cool the engine. The engine is of 1420cc and it has a maximum power of a whooping and stunning 140 bhp. Wow! This is through addition of a new kit of pistons and connecting rods, new electronic injection and enlarged oil cooling, with the radiator positioned under the steering head. And if you think that is wow, see the multitude of tell tale features it brings to the road. In the factory born twin Mandello, the Grislo 8V 1200cc engine has been bored by Lombard Millepercento, a lover and Guzzi dealer. The talk of the bike has been the unique single arm front fork from Gilera CX 125, yes the futuristic bike from Gilera which was doing the rounds in the early 90s.The CX125 was a liquid cooled two stroker and to see what it looked, click here or here. Why that particular choice, well Barbacane just felt it would look good on it! But since the donor had to so far bear only with a 125cc engine, so it was heavily reinforced to deal with the added weight (it required addition of a special plate and major changes to the structure and the steering head with relative bearings), while the fuel tank has been repositioned under the custom rear subframe, leaving room for a huge airbox with a top-mounted intake. You see those wonderful embossed forks, they are also from the same bike which has been also modified. What remains from the original Grislo is the frame, which has not been cut or adjusted in any way, the finalshaft drive and a few things like the tyres and the rear brakes. The front brake isa disk of 320 mm with a bloated 4-piston caliper.
Overall the Diamente gets sharp edgy styling which takes away all the look of the original and if it was not the engine case, it would have been difficult recognizing it as a Guzzi, forget the 8V model. It has a definite forward leaning appeal in the stance. The rear end is just for the rider to seat, absolutely nothing at the rear. I wonder where the number plate will go. It has a minimalist but thick rear subframe. The rear suspension is the progressive link suspension on the single-arm transmission of the Guzzi original CARC. Overall the only black and white colouring is very distinctive and it further accentuated by the bright red wires and the bright red final drive section. The tank has been beautifully crafted by Barbacane and hats off to him for pulling that one so beautifully. Also adding to the ‘diamond’ look are the sharp air conveyors in front
It made its debut this year at the Motor Bike Expo in Vienna. Barbacane will be producing only 30 of these. So if you are looking for a stunning one-of-a-kind street fighter that is light, damn powerful and of course a sure shot head turner, you know where to look! This is one mean looking streetfighter which seems to have spent some rewarding amount of time at the gym.
There are two previous posts of the Grislo in this blog and they are linked here and here. Also there is a previous post of Barbacane and his Firestarter Garage.
Source of information and photos: Racing Café Blog & Solo Moto 30. You can also visit the Firestarter Garage or Barbacane’s Blog although I couldn’t find the Diamente in his blog.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
KTM Duke 200 From India
Fascinating await at the ornamentation of motor diversion Unprotected KTM Duke 200 Toll: Around 21 Meg Euro Bike Activity 2012 present be much visited by jock bikes with unprotected ornament. At original the quantity with the example that was popularized by produksen travel have from italy called Ducati. Now the pose becomes river industry are overmuch in condition by consumers. Automotive manufacturers from india titled Bajaj also lately launched a serial of new locomote boast called "KTM Duke 200" which is the set of cooperation with companies from Oesterreich. Comes with a sporty naked organisation, this vehicle present go on stripling consumers and labor lovers.
KTM Duke 200 has variants of orangeness that looks indulgent with a consume of sportiness. The vehicle is outfitted with a 200cc engine or a careful examine 199.5 cc. with the organization is open of removing efferent powerfulness 125 PS maxima at 10 000 rpm engine hurry. Then for the extremum torque that can be obtained at 8000 rpm engine intensify was 19.2 Nm. This product is only disposable in India, but if a healthful market salutation does not eliminate the State-negra in Collection instrument also be visited.
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