Literature Review

Two Wheeler Industry In India

It has been more than 50 years now that bikes have been ruling the Indian automobile sector. In 1955, the Indian government needed sturdy and reliable motorcycles for its Army and police to patrol the rugged border highways. The first batch of 350cc Bullet - the super bike in India of all times, from the Royal Enfield Company of UK were received and assembled at Chennai. Since then, bikes in India have been flourishing as a two wheelers segment, and Indian bikes gaining on popularity all across the world. Talking of bikes cc, bikes having four-stroke engines are thought to be more fuel efficient motorbikes. They are the main reason for the growth of motorbikes in India as a segment. Indian bikes market share is about 81.5% of the total two wheeler market in India. Threefourth of the total exports in the two wheeler automobile industry is made in the motorcycle segment. Exports are made mainly to South East Asian and SAARC nations. Author: Devang Desai Date: 18/09/2010 Category: Business and Economy

A Study On Customer Satisfaction Towards Various Brands Of Two Wheelers In India

India is the second largest manufacturer and producer of two-wheelers in the world. It stands next to Japan in terms of the number of two-wheelers produced and domestic sales respectively. This distinction was achieved due to variety of reasons like restrictive policy followed by the Government of India towards the passenger car industry, rising demand for personal transport, inefficiency in the public transportation system etc. The Indian two-wheeler industry made a small beginning in the early 50s when Automobile Products of India (API) started manufacturing scooters in the country. Until 1958, API and Enfield were the sole producers. In 1948, Bajaj Auto began trading in imported Vespa scooters and three-wheelers. Finally, in 1960, it set up a shop to manufacture them in technical collaboration with Piaggio of Italy. The agreement expired in 1971. In the initial stages, the scooter segment was dominated by API; it was later overtaken by Bajaj Auto. Although various government and private enterprises entered the fray for

scooters, the only new player that has lasted till today is LML. Under the regulated regime, foreign companies were not allowed to operate in India. It was a complete seller market with the waiting period for getting a scooter from Bajaj Auto being as high as 12 years. The motorcycles segment was no different, with only three manufacturers viz Enfield, Ideal Jawa and Escorts. While Enfield bullet was a four-stroke bike, Jawa and the Rajdoot were two-stroke bikes. The motorcycle segment was initially dominated by Enfield 350cc bikes and Escorts 175cc bike. The two-wheeler market was opened to foreign competition in the mid-80s. And the then market leaders - Escorts and Enfield - were caught unaware by the onslaught of the 100cc bikes of the four Indo-Japanese joint ventures. With the availability of fuel efficient low power bikes, demand swelled, resulting in Hero Honda. Author: Shivamba M Date : 22/2/2012 Category: Business and Economy

Customer Review

The Electra Difference: The main variation between the Standard and the Electra is that latter uses TCI (Transistor Coil Ignition) which is much more reliable, durable, has lower maintainable and increases power and mileage. On the other hand the Standard model uses the old points system like in the old Maruti 800, we have to adjust it again and again, besides its very unreliable.

The other differences between Standard and Electra are that, Electra has gas and telescopic shocks at front and rear, much more advanced wiring and electronics, gives more mileage and power, is bigger and heavier to increase stability, has an engine cutoff switch, both mudguards are chromed for that classic look, Electra has much costly and upgraded paint used on it, Electra has better braking system at rear than Standard, Electra has a bigger coil to produce more amperes of current even at low rpms (revolution per minutes).these were the main differences between the Electra and the Standard.

Author: Gary Gonsalves Date: 12/2/2011 Category: customer feedback

Rider Mania Goa Invite

Royal Enfields Annual Biker Fest happens in Goa, November each year. During the three days, hundreds of Royal Enfield riders from all over the country will converge at The Hill Top, Vagator in Goa for the Royal Enfield Rider Mania 2011 to celebrate The Thump that Binds them together. The event in its ninth edition is the one where you will meet passionate like-minded Royal Enfield fans, swap ride stories, discuss motorcycles, and pit your skills against each other in competitive events like Dirt Track Racing, Trials, Slow Race, Arm Wrestling and the unique Carry your Royal Enfield event. For shutterbugs there is a photography contest. The Custom Bike competition shall see the best of metal and chrome come down from all over

India to entice the crowd with their uniquely built and painted Royal Enfield motorcycles. After sundown the real party begins with rock bands and DJs belting out the latest mixes late into the Goan night. Other major attractions would be the access to rare Royal Enfield literature and video footage from the archives and genuine Royal Enfield merchandise. There would be stalls selling gear, tattoo artists and lots more which would ensure that you carry back something more from just fond memories of the Royal Enfield Rider Mania 2011. This is one event which neither you nor your Royal Enfield would want to miss out on. So pack your bags, check your bike and head out for Royal Enfield Rider Mania when all roads lead to Goa. Watch out this space for registrations: Royal Enfield Rider mania 2011 Author: Rider Mania Date: 12/11/2011 Category: Recreation

2002 Royal Enfield Bullet Deluxe from United States of America

Model year Year of manufacture First year of ownership Most recent year of ownership Acceleration marks Roll-on Performance marks Handling marks Braking marks Reliability marks Comfort marks Dealer Service marks Running Costs (higher is cheaper) 2002 2002 2002 2009 4 / 10 5 / 10 9 / 10 2 / 10 2 / 10 6 / 10 0 / 10 10 / 10

Overall marks (average of all marks) 4.8 / 10 Distance when acquired Most recent distance Previous motorcycle Summary: 0 miles 12000 miles Yamaha IT175

Royal Enfield makes yesterday's bike today Faults: The front fender stays keep cracking in half, the ignition advance mechanism wore out after only 2000 miles and would over advance the engine, replaced it with an electronic ignition. The standard points engine was extremely difficult to time with any accuracy unless you had a dial micrometer to measure TDC. Installed the RH shift kit as the LH shift was a cobbled together collection of shafts and linkages that made a clunky shifting transmission even more difficult to shift. The seat came unglued from its metal pan and was extremely uncomfortable, replaced with an English made seat, which is very nice. The charging system was incapable of maintaining the battery with a sufficient charge to operate the starter more than three time before it wouldn't crank. Thank god it's got a kick starter. Finally I just removed the starter and converted it to only kick start, in the process I found out that, with an electric starter, the primary chain drive is not adjustable and if you do try and adjust it, you'll grind one of the alternator mounts in two. The original Avon tyres are rayon corded and make a nice handling bike handle squirrley. Went to Dunlops front and rear. The original oil pumps, yes, it has two, are too small and don't push enough volume of oil for anything over moped speed. I installed high volume pumps, it should come with these Author: David Date: 20/1/2002 Category: Reviews

1999 Royal Enfield Bullet Deluxe from United States of America

Model year Year of manufacture Most recent year of ownership Acceleration marks Roll-on Performance marks Handling marks 1999 1999 2009 1 / 10 1 / 10 6 / 10

Braking marks Reliability marks Comfort marks Dealer Service marks Running Costs (higher is cheaper)

2 / 10 0 / 10 8 / 10 1 / 10 0 / 10

Overall marks (average of all marks) 2.4 / 10 Distance when acquired Most recent distance Previous motorcycle 100 miles 3800 miles Honda CM250C

Summary:
Best motorcycle ever, a religious experience

Faults:
Clutch cable at 4000 miles. Wheel bearing at 9000 miles. Fender stay crack at 9000 miles. Seat cover crack at 3000 miles. Tires at 11000 miles. Electrical short in steering head at 11000 miles. Muffler support weld crack at 11000 miles. Chain replaced at 11000 miles,

General Comments:
Great fun to ride, gets attention, has a soul. Author: Steve Date: 12/12/1999 Category: Recreation