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BSA’s Electric Revival: Riding into India’s Motorcycle Market

BSA’s Electric Revival: Riding into India’s Motorcycle Market
Michelle Liew
January 20, 2024

Discover the electrifying comeback of iconic British motorcycle brand BSA as it ventures into India’s market in 2025, embracing electric innovation.

BSA's Electric Revival: Riding into India's Motorcycle Market

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In the dynamic world of motorcycles, few names resonate as strongly as the iconic British brand, BSA. In 2018, the Indian automotive giant Mahindra Group acquired BSA, marking a significant chapter in the brand’s storied history. Since then, BSA enthusiasts have eagerly anticipated the revival of this legendary marque. Recent developments suggest that the wait is nearing its end.

The resurgence of BSA comes with a series of innovative steps, primarily focusing on the UK and adjacent European markets. However, the global stage awaits this historic brand, and the anticipation is palpable. Enthusiasts in the United States are eagerly waiting for the return of BSA. However, it seems that Indian motorcycle aficionados may get to experience the brand’s revival sooner than expected.

According to a recent report by AutoCar Professional, Classic Legends, Mahindra’s motorcycle arm, is gearing up for a substantial expansion of the BSA brand in the Indian market. The buzz suggests that BSA is poised to make its Indian debut in 2025. This debut comes with a noteworthy twist – a foray into the electric vehicle segment.

The move into electric motorcycles aligns with a broader trend in the motorcycle industry, where classic brands are embracing electrification. Royal Enfield, Triumph, and BMW have all explored electric avenues, reflecting the industry’s commitment to sustainable mobility. In BSA’s case, the expansion plan is fueled by a substantial investment of Rs 8.75 billion (approximately $105 million) from Classic Legends.

This significant capital injection is earmarked for diversifying BSA’s product range. It sets to expand dealer networks and establish service centres across India and other key markets. Notably, the manufacturing facility in Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh, will undergo upgrades to accommodate the production of electric motorcycles, emphasizing BSA’s commitment to a greener future.

While India plays a pivotal role in BSA’s revival, Classic Legends has ambitions beyond its home turf. The renewed BSA brand is eyeing a presence in strategic markets such as Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. The expansion plans underscore the global appeal of BSA and its potential to carve a niche in diverse motorcycling landscapes.

Classic Legends CEO Ashish Joshi shed light on the brand’s strategy for the Indian and Asian markets. The development of twin-cylinder engines is on the table. However, Joshi acknowledges the current low demand for such engines in India’s small-to-mid displacement retro and classic segment. BSA, therefore, remains flexible, aligning its priorities with the preferences of the local market.

Joshi’s vision for BSA is ambitious. He aims to position the brand as the second-largest player in India’s mid-size motorcycle segment, following in the footsteps of the formidable Royal Enfield. Considering Royal Enfield’s global sales exceeding 850,000 units, this aspiration speaks to the confidence Classic Legends has in BSA’s potential resurgence.

As BSA prepares to make its mark in India and beyond, the motorcycle world watches with anticipation. The brand’s revival, coupled with a strategic foray into electric motorcycles, positions BSA at the intersection of heritage and innovation. It echoes the brand’s legacy while embracing the challenges and opportunities of the future. The road ahead for BSA promises to be electrifying, both metaphorically and literally.

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