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HPCL Presents Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2026: Premium Motorcycle of the Year Nominations
HPCL Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2026: Four motorcycles have been shortlisted for the Premium Motorcycle of the Year award, including Ducati Panigale V4, Ducati Multistrada V4, Indian Sport Scout and Kawasaki Z900.
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Updated Apr 30, 2026, 06:45 PM IST
HPCL Presents Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2026: Premium Motorcycle of the Year Nominations
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) presents the Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2026, a Times Network initiative, scheduled to take place on May 5, 2026, in New Delhi. The event will bring together industry stakeholders, policymakers and experts to discuss developments shaping mobility in India.
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The theme for this year’s edition is ‘India’s Mobility Mission 2030: Clean Tech, Smart Manufacturing, Global Vision.’ Alongside the summit discussions, the awards will recognise contributions across multiple segments of the automotive industry.
For the Premium Motorcycle of the Year category, four models have been shortlisted, representing a mix of performance-oriented superbikes, touring motorcycles and road-focused machines. Here is an overview of the nominees:
Ducati Panigale V4
Ducati Panigale V4
The Ducati Panigale V4 is powered by a 1,103cc V4 engine that produces 213 bhp at 13,500 rpm and 121 Nm of torque at 11,250 rpm. Positioned as a track-focused superbike, it is designed for high-performance riding and advanced dynamics. The motorcycle is priced from Rs 32.05 lakh (ex-showroom).
Ducati Multistrada V4
Ducati Multistrada V4
The Ducati Multistrada V4 is equipped with a 1,158cc V4 Granturismo engine delivering 167.6 bhp at 10,750 rpm and 123.8 Nm of torque at 9,000 rpm. The engine complies with Euro 5+ emission norms and features extended cylinder deactivation technology aimed at improving efficiency. The motorcycle is priced from Rs 24.56 lakh (ex-showroom).
Indian Sport Scout
Indian Sport Scout
The Indian Sport Scout is powered by a 1,250cc liquid-cooled V-Twin engine producing 103.5 bhp. It is positioned as a performance-oriented cruiser and features suspension travel of 76 mm. The motorcycle is priced from Rs 14.09 lakh (ex-showroom).
Kawasaki Z900
Kawasaki Z900
The Kawasaki Z900 continues with a 948cc inline four-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine. The updated version produces 123.6 bhp and 98.6 Nm of torque, with a marginal increase in output compared to the previous model. It is paired with a six-speed gearbox and chain drive system. The kerb weight stands at 212 kg, reduced by 1 kg. The motorcycle is priced from Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
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