Kinetic Flyte: First details

Sorry about not posting more content recently, but it's been a bit wild at the office. Here's the release on the new Kinetic Flyte, the first Sym scooter for India.

It gives us great pleasure to introduce the first two-wheeler from the Kinetic-Sym association – the Kinetic SYM Flyte. We believe that Flyte takes the scooter segment in India several steps forward in terms of technology, features, performance, quality and overall riding experience; and we are confident you will agree.

Flyte is based on the Sym X'Pro – Sym's current International bestseller across 62 countries. X'Pre was selected as the first product for launch from Sym's formidable range after exhaustive market research. It brings modern styling and globally up-to-date technology to the scooter/ette segment of India. Flyte has 15 per cent import content, and quality has been benchmarked against international standards with each part having been tested for maximumperformance.

Flyte will be targeted at the fastest growing two-wheeler profile – women, especially the younger women – students or executives. The positioning for the Flyte is 'Ride the Change' and the marketing communications would speak to the modern, confident and ambitious women. Leading actress Bipasha Basu has been selected as the brand ambassador for the Flyte. Flyte brings new technology and several breakthrough convenience features to this segment

• Globally contemporary design with sleek and smart style
• Zippy ride with a 125cc 8 bhp engine and a top speed of 80 kph
• Secondary air injection system for minimuzing polluting emissions
• Quick'n'easy front fueling system with popup lead (not underseat, so do not have to alight from scooter for fueling) [useful, but looks scary in operation. Think jack in the box]
• Large and brightly lit 2-level, 22-litre storage undersead
• 4-in-1 magnetic antitheft key that starts engine, operates fuel lock, handle lock and prevents theft
• Front telescopic suspension [current imported, made from aluminium alloy, more travel than competition and slightly thicker in dia as well]
• 9Ah efficient and maintenance-free battery for instant start [competition offers 5Ah, I'm told]
• 130 mm drums
• 3.5" tyres [Zapper pattern tyres]
• Mobile chargepoint
• Comprehensive 3-year warranty
• 1260mm wheelbase for extra stability
• Impact resistant mirrors

Flyte will be available in five striking colours: Black Mystique, Silver Flash, Lavender Groove, Red Oomph and Jade Charisma Flyte will be aggressively prices at Rs 36,999 (est. ex-showroom) [bang in between the TVS Scooty Pep+ and the Honda Activa/Dio]