Cleveland Misfit

Wednesday, 22 January 2020 05:48 AM The Misfit 2, an upgraded version of the original Misfit, was designed to look like a classic motorcycle but with modern performance features. Although this model was not specifically launched in India, its global specifications highlighted improvements such as better fuel economy and cruising speeds. I believe if this version had been introduced in India, it might have fared better in the market.

Friday, 03 January 2020 06:26 AM Cleveland Cyclewerks announced plans to update their models, including the Misfit, with ABS technology to comply with new safety norms. However, these updates were never implemented, leading to a significant decline in sales once the ABS mandate came into effect in April 2019. The companys failure to adapt quickly to regulatory changes was a major setback.

Friday, 25 October 2019 05:33 AM Cleveland Cyclewerks has shut down its motorcycle business in India, with all dealerships and the Pune facility now closed. The company struggled to adapt to new safety norms, particularly the mandatory ABS requirement for motorcycles above 125cc, which affected the sales of models like the Misfit. The lack of ABS and poor quality of the motorcycles were significant factors in their decline.

Friday, 25 October 2019 12:02 PM Cleveland Cyclewerks Indian operations were criticized for poor quality and the lack of updates to their motorcycles, including the Misfit. The Pune assembly center was barely functional, and many employees were let go without notice. This situation left customers uncertain about the future of service and support for their vehicles.