August 7: IME Automotives has launched UM's Renegade 300 series motorcycles amid a function in the capital on August 6. The company unveiled Commando and Sports models of Renegade 300. The Commando model features bikes of 230cc and 300cc while the Sports model has bikes of 140cc, 180cc and 300cc.

Speaking at the function, Chandra Prasad Dhakal, executive chairman of IME Group said, “With the official introduction of UM brand’s cruiser and sports segment Renegade 300 series motorcycles in Nepal, IME Automotives aims to leverage UM's global recognition as ‘now manufactured in India’ with aesthetically rich style and design offerings." 

According to a press statement issued by the company, the new bikes are powered by higher series single cylinder liquid cooled engine mated to a six speed transmission. “They have fuel tank of 18 liters capacity with kerb weight of 172 kg,” reads the statement.

Renegade Commando features wide handlebars and hydraulic telescopic front suspension and spring rear suspension which are ideal for a cruiser segment motorcycle. Similarly, the front wheel of Renegade Sports has telescopic suspension, the rear wheel has dual shock absorbers.

 “Features like main USP of UM Motorcycles, the designs and colors being offered, AFS (Anti-Flat Sealant), LEDs 360o (Light Emitting Diode) and USB Charging Port, UM gel seat and Intelligent Dashboard have been incorporated in the new models,” says the statement. 

Renegade Commando is priced at Rs 492,000 and Renegade Sports cost Rs 499,000.