Your Weekly Dose of Bike Updates: Norton Atlas, BMW F 450 GS, and More!

Ahead of its launch, the Norton Atlas’ technical details were revealed last week, and it happened to be the most talked-about update in the Indian two-wheeler fraternity. Besides, there were more such interesting developments that took place, and, following our Sunday ritual, we bring you a round-up of the top five of them.

Norton Atlas Details

Norton Atlas technical specifications were released, and the standard trim itself looks like a serious entry into the middleweight adventure segment. It comes packed with a twin-cylinder engine, adjustable KYB suspension, a large 720p TFT display and a wide electronics package. While the standard model rides on 19-17-inch wheel setup, the Atlas GT is positioned as a road-biased ADV with 17-inch alloys at both ends. The motorcycle is expected to be launched in India in a couple of months.

Honda Big-Wing Portfolio Update

Honda went on a launch spree last week and added as many as four models to its Big Wing premium motorcycle portfolio. For starters, the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade made a comeback with the same specs as before but with a Rs. 4.51 lakh higher price tag. The 2026 CB750 Hornet and Transalp XL750 were also introduced with E-Clutch at Rs. 10.49 lakh and Rs. 13.20 lakh, respectively. Lastly, the Gold Wing’s 2026 model entered India in a new colour, and it is pegged at Rs. 44.30 lakh.

BMW F 450 GS Bookings Halted

Bookings for the BMW F 450 GS across the country have been temporarily halted, even before the commencement of deliveries. The first few batches that were allotted to India have already been booked, and the next booking window is expected to open around September-October 2026. Even before the bookings were paused, the waiting period for the motorcycle was staggeringly long. In fact, dealers in Mumbai and Bengaluru were reporting a waiting period of close to a year.

Bajaj Adventure Bike Spotted

The upcoming Bajaj Adventure was spied testing yet again in India. The new set of spy pictures is far clearer than the previous sighting, and the bike seems to be a hardy dual-sport adventure bike, possibly aimed at competing against the Hero Xpulse 210. The motorcycle features proper dual-sport styling with a bikini fairing, high-mounted front beak fender, fuel tank with extensions, and a side-mounted upswept exhaust. Looking at the bike’s overall packaging, it could potentially use a sub-250cc engine. The engine on the test mule has air fins, hinting at its air/oil-cooled construction.

Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Discount

Kawasaki announced a Rs. 2.89 lakh discount on the Ninja ZX-10R via its social media channels. The offer is valid up to 30 June 2026, and with it, the bike’s effective ex-showroom price is now Rs. 17,90,000 (ex-showroom). The discount is a voucher that can be redeemed against the bike’s ex-showroom price. Although this has made the bike more affordable, the insurance and registration costs will still be calculated on the bike’s pre-discount ex-showroom rate of Rs. 20,79,000 (ex-showroom).