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Government policy drives motorcycle price hike; dealers share concerns

KATHMANDU: The government’s implementation of the Nepal Vehicle Emission Standards, 2082, effective from July 9, is set to increase vehicle prices in the Nepali market. Under the new regulation, Euro 5 emission standards are mandatory for two-wheelers, while four-wheelers must…
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New Bajaj Chetak electric scooter set for January 14 launch

KATHMANDU: Bajaj Auto is set to launch a new model under the Chetak electric scooter lineup on January 14, 2026 in India. The company has released a teaser showing a horizontal LED taillight with the Chetak badge positioned above it.…
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Newly updated Yamaha and Bajaj motorcycles enter Nepal market

KATHMANDU: Yamaha and Bajaj have launched updated motorcycles in the Nepali market with the start of 2026, intensifying competition in the mid-segment category. MAW Ride, the authorized distributor of Yamaha motorcycles and scooters in Nepal, has started sales of the…
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Yamaha YZF-R2 India launch planned, to be sold alongside R15

KATHMANDU: Yamaha is reportedly planning to launch the YZF-R2 in India in 2026, and the new motorcycle is expected to be sold alongside the R15. The update follows Yamaha’s trademark filing for the YZF-R2 name in India late last year,…