MOJO 300- A Superb Attraction From Mahindra 2 Wheelers

After a successful introduction to Mahindra Diablo and Mahindra Cevalo, Mahindra 2 Wheelers have some more for the Indian motor ways. Named Mahindra Mojo, a 300cc giant is another machine to be launched from the newly established company.

It was obvious with the India Based Manufacturer that they will be soon introducing some more variants. But honestly speaking, I never knew it could be so rapid and so surprising. Two 300cc machine releases prior to launch? I guess they are developing competition for their own brands and neglecting antagonism against other manufacturers. Due to official release of the data on Mahindra Mojo 300, we are able to provide you the pre launch Preview and Technical Specifications.

Mahindra Mojo Design

The Mojo has been designed with an essence of racing breeds. The bike is a streamline frame structure in blend with perfect aerodynamics flow. The looks will be first of its kind in India but some how resemble to Honda VTR 250 which Honda will be launching soon in India.

Mahindra Mojo Engine

Engine with a displacement of 300cc and definitely equipped with liquid cooling feature. Moreover DOHC technology emphasizes on better combustion and efficient power. Fuel-injection system is a trend these days in Indian motorcycles and Mahindra 2 Wheelers is enduring the Energia Fuel Injection in their bikes.

Mahindra Mojo Suspension

Testing their bikes on Race circuits has made them utilize some racing bike features. You must have heard about Inverted shock absorbers which are usually used for supporting the rider weight directly on the axle to give better shock absorbers while cornering and at high speeds. Mojo is equipped with such a kind at front and to make a better response from rear side, the Monoshock suspensions have been replaced by Gas charged Monoshock suspension. This allows the rider to relax even when meeting numerous speed bumps on motorways. Definitely a necessity for Indian roads!

Mahindra Mojo Braking System

Why should brakes lag when everything is featured? Yes, Disc brakes have got Radial callipers and some big Petal discs which is a renowned technology for smooth safe stopping. The traction has been further improved by introducing Double Barred Exoframe with 150mm tubeless tires.

Mahindra Mojo Exhaust

The exhaust system will be a dual one. Yes, both the sides will receive an exhaust outlet with complete looks of a sports bike. The sound offered by the exhausts will be a roar on roads.

Mahindra Mojo Fittings And Electrical(s)

• The first attraction in this segment is Twin Pilot LED’s on for headlight. But the retro LED lamps have got their socket to enhance front looks.
• The tail lights or brake lights are also built in LEDs which sharpen STOP call.
• The precise digital display offering all information on ride with only exception of rpm meter which is an analogue one.
• A feature from cars race has been borrowed. The bike embedded with indicators over rear view mirrors.

Mahindra Mojo 300 Technical Specifications:

 Engine Type Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, 4 Valves – Direct Drive, SI
 Displacement 292 cc
 Bore x Stroke 78 mm x 61.2 mm
 Compression Ratio 11 : 1
 Maximum Power 19.3 kW @ 8500 rpm
 Maximum Torque 24 N.m @ 7000 rpm
 Starting System Self Start
 Ignition System ECU (Electronic Control Unit)
 Fuel Tank Capacity in liters 15.5
 Transmission Type / Gear Box Constant Mesh, 6 speed
 Frame Type Twin Tube Exposed frame in Steel, Shining yellow painted; Diamond Frame
 Wheel Type Alloy Wheel
 Rim Size (Front / Rear) Front 2.75 x 17”; Rear 4.00 x 17”
 Tire Size (Front / Rear) – Tubeless 100/80 – 17” (Front) 150/60 -17” (Rear)- radial 
 Brake Type (Front / Rear) Disc 320 mm (Front); Disc 220 mm (Rear);
 Suspension Type (Front / Rear) Inverted fork Telescopic hydraulic-damped (Front);
                 120 mm stroke Horizontally mounted Mono Shox; air + hydraulic damping(Rear)
 Overall length x width x height in mm 2100 x 830 x 1270
 Seat Height in mm 820
 Wheelbase, in mm 1450
 Minimum ground clearance 150
 Kerb Weight ( with 90 % fuel, Tools etc) 160
 Battery 12V, 9 AH; Maintenance Free
 Head Lamp Twin Beams; 35W / 35W X 2; Halogen Bulb (Multi Reflector Type)
           Marker / Pilot Lamps 4 LED’s each side, above twin beam Head Lights
 Tail Lamp LED based (with 12 LED’s)

M&M to tap high-end motorcycle segment, may tie-up with a European bike manufacturer

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), which entered the two-wheeler market in India in 2009 after buying out the Pune-based Kinetic Motors, may soon enter the high-end motorcycle segment in the country. While Mahindra Two-Wheelers currently only has some scooters in its line-up, the company is said to be exploring the option of tying up with a foreign motorcycle manufacturer in order to get access to bigger, sportier bikes for the Indian market.

According to reports in the media, M&M is talking to some bike manufacturers in the UK and Italy, including Triumph and Moto Guzzi, both of which are keen to enter the Indian market.

Mahindra Two-Wheelers, which sold 10,000 units in January this year, has a sales target of around 15,000 units per month from April this year. In order to boost sales and enter the motorcycles segment, the company is working with Taiwanese bikes manufacturer, SYM, with which it’s developing an entry-level bike which will be powered by a 110-125cc engine. The company is also sourcing some components from China, in order to keep costs as low as possible.

Affordable Indian Superbikes from Mahindra Two wheelers?

Mahindra 2 Wheelers Concept Motorcycle Photo: Auto Expo India 2010

Here is what Anand Mahindra, the MD of Mahindra & Mahindra, retweeted in response to a Twitter question asking him whether Mahindra Two Wheelers would launch an affordable super bike in the near future.

This was Mr Mahindra’s retweet “It’s coming! U won’t hv to wt long”. While this obviously could be a tweet for an impending motorcycle launch from Mahindra Two Wheelers, we’re wondering if Mahindra Two Wheelers really have any concrete Indian super bike plans.

Mahindra’s recent acquisition of the Italian engine firm, Engines Engineering and it’s tie up with Taiwanese two wheeler maker SYM only adds fuel to the fire. In the past, Mahindra & Mahindra as an automobile company has constantly sprung surprises with it’s bold and innovative indigenous products. Let’s hope that Mahindra Two Wheelers really have something up their sleeves.

Will Mahindra to Sym Cevalo in India?

Taiwanese two-wheeler manufacturer SYM will show its new bike – the SYM Cevalo 125 – at the EICMA show in Milan, Italy, next month. The company already manufactures the XS125 and Wolf 125 bikes, and the Ceval0 125 will be positioned at the top end of SYM’s 125s line-up.

Given the erstwhile Kinetic Motor’s connection with SYM, the Cevalo could be interesting in the Indian context. Since M&M has now taken over Kinetic and is currently selling scooters based on SYM machines, the company could possibly look at launching the Ceval0 125 in India.

The 125cc segment is one of the largest motorcycle segments in India and sooner or later Mahindra Two-wheelers would want to get into that segment. And with its contemporary styling, SOHC, 4-valve, air-cooled, fuel-injected, 15bhp, 125cc engine, and simple chassis and suspension components, the SYM Cevalo could be the right bike for M&M, with which they can step into the 125cc bikes segment in the country.

Over the next few months, it will be interesting to see how M&M leverages the partnerships which Kinetic had with companies like SYM, Hyosung and Italjet, and whether Mahindra Two-wheelers can take on Hero Honda, Suzuki, Bajaj and TVS etc in the scooters and entry-level bikes segments.