The Mahindra Mojo 300 ABS continues to make spy
photograph appearances, as the company is yet to announce its launch details
and prices. The most recent sighting comes from outside of a Mahindra
two-wheeler dealership, which hints that the launch may not be too far away.
However, do note that the motorcycle in the images is a test mule and not a
dealership showpiece.
The source of the photographs, Instagram page
iamabikerdotcom, has listed all the updates that the motorcycle will receive in
its latest avatar. The list of updates will include:
- Single exhaust
- Dual-channel ABS
- Fuel injection
- Pirelli angel CT tyres
- Conventional telescopic front suspension with a fork brace
- 320 mm and 240 mm disc at front and back respectively with Bybre sourced callipers
- Relatively higher position for the exhaust
- Lighter weight
- Bigger sprocket
Apart from the changes listed above, we also see a
new theme that mimics the red/white colour combination. Thus, the black paint
is seen with white highlights on the saddle. The inclusion of dual-channel ABS
will help the motorcycle compete with rivals like the Royal Enfield 350 Classic
and the 2019 Bajaj Dominar 400.
The styling will remain unchanged, and the
motorcycle will continue to use twin-pod headlight with a fly-screen at the
front, radiator shrouds, an engine cowl, single-piece step-up seat and split
pillion grab rail. The cockpit will feature a semi-digital instrument console
with an analogue tachometer and the addition of the ABS indicator.
The mechanical specifications remain unaltered, and
unless Mahindra surprises us with a BS-VI compliant motor, we expect to see the
same 294.72 cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder DOHC engine with fuel injection
tech that delivers 26.8 PS of peak power and 30 Nm of max torque. The engine
will be linked to a six-speed gearbox.
The relatively lighter weight will enhance the
power-to-weight ratio of the motorcycle and improve the manoeuvrability. The
city/touring friendly ergonomics will be retained, and the upcoming Mojo will
continue to use a tall-set, single-piece handlebar.
Mahindra will try to place the new motorcycle
between the prices of the non-ABS Mojo UT300 and XT300. For reference, the
UT300 was sold at INR 1.50 lakh*, while the XT300 was available for INR 1.80
lakh*. We expect to see INR 1.60 lakh* price tag on the upcoming model.