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The Kawasaki W175 has found a new home in the United States, but the bigger story for Indian readers is where the motorcycle comes from. Built in India and now heading to American dealerships, the W175’s US debut highlights the growing role of Indian factories in Kawasaki’s global operations. At a time when export volumes are becoming increasingly important for manufacturers, the launch shows that motorcycles produced for emerging markets can also meet the requirements of more mature ones. It also puts the spotlight back on the W175, a model that has had a relatively quiet run in the Indian market despite carrying the Kawasaki badge.