R & d – Hero unveils a 2-wheel drive diesel scooter concept – HERO occasions

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Hero unveils 2-wheel-drive diesel scooter concept

R & amp; D - Hero unveils 2-wheel drive diesel scooter concept - HERO occasions

Regularly criticized by bikers, the two-wheeler with diesel engine is confined to a few "exotic" projects developed by small structures (read in particular MNC of June 23, 2009: a Dutch company is relaunching the diesel motorcycle!). But Hero, the huge Indian manufacturer, could well change this situation …

Regularly criticized by bikers, the two-wheeler with diesel engine is confined to a few "exotic" projects developed by small structures (read in particular). But Hero, the huge Indian manufacturer, could well change this situation with its concept of RNT scooter with 150 cc diesel engine….

What, my mouth ?

When you discover the Hero RNT scooter, it’s hard not to repress a smirk as its lines are massive and old-fashioned. And what about its long rectangular "spout", straight inspired by the design of household appliances from the 1950s? ?

As if its appearance to say the least "special" were not enough, this funny Indian concept also hides a ramage as unattractive as its plumage: a 150 cc engine injected with diesel fuel and developing 13.5 hp. Yes, it makes you dream…

However, in spite of the resounding flop undergone by all the associations "two-wheeler and diesel", the Indian approach deserves to linger there. In the first place, because it comes from a real juggernaut: Hero, "the largest manufacturer of two-wheelers in the world in terms of volumes sold over a calendar year", according to the .

Said like that, it may not be very meaningful. But when you know that the brand built nearly 6 million two-wheelers in 2013 (with a record of 625,420 units in October!) And that it plans to cross the 10 million mark by 2016- 2017, it becomes much more. Not sure that these figures and these ambitions make Honda smile, former partner of Hero MotoCorp between 1984 and 2010…

This RNT scooter is further distinguished by its optional small electric motor, installed in the hub of the front wheel. If necessary, this engine can be coupled to the diesel engine, transforming this concept into two-wheel drive. It is also possible to use only the electric thruster, in order to circulate without emitting polluting emissions – in town centers, for example. Not very sexy the Hero scooter but rather smart, no ?

Hero puts the dose in Europe

Of course, it is not with this RNT concept that Hero intends to boost its sales, especially since it will probably not go beyond the prototype stage (who said "phew"?). In reality, it should rather be considered as a demonstration of technical know-how: the Indian manufacturer wishes to demonstrate its ability to invent.

And it is precisely driven by this desire for recognition that Hero is by supporting his .

Because this promotion on the international scene serves as a basis for the development of the manufacturer’s offer, beyond its huge domestic market..

Pawan Munjal, CEO of Hero MotoCorp, explained that the brand would launch several new products on the West European market in 2014, including the HX250R, a small sporty 250 cc, and the Leap, a 125 cc hybrid scooter that would be able to travel 340 km with a "charge" of electricity and only … 3 liters of gasoline !

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