Hyosung GT250R – Anyone waiting for this?

When it comes to beginner motorcycles, most of them have a general ‘look’ to them that gives them away as being not as powerful as their 600cc+ cousins. One company that is looking to change that in an amazing way is Hyosung with their sleek and modern looking 125cc and 250cc motorcycles.

Hyosung GT250R - Anyone waiting for this?

The Hyosung GT250R looks like the beautiful offspring from Suzuki GSXR and a Ducati 748. The only thing that gives away its displacement is the 250R sticker on the side fairing, and by the styling you may think that’s a misprint!!

The GT250R is powered by a strong and powerful two-cylinder, V-twin DOHC eight-valve engine, 249 cc engine. The design of the V-twin means that it will give you more low range torque than you would get with an I-4 engineered engine. That translates to more usable power for the street, and it also means you don’t need to rev to red line before you feel the bike start to pull.

The modern styling doesn’t just show itself with the bodywork, the instrument cluster is also full of modern equipment.

The one caveat of Hyosung is they are a relatively new company, and have yet to >> Read More

KTM 200 Duke Launched – Price Rs 1.17 lakh (Ex-Showroom Delhi)

Yes, It’s been launched at a killer introductory price of Rs 1,17,500 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) price tag and that clearly undercuts its immediate competition, the Honda CBR 250R and Yamaha R15 2.0

KTM 200 Duke Launched - Price Rs 1.17 lakh (Ex-Showroom Delhi)

Standing tall at 165 mm, the KTM 200 Duke gets its thrust from a 199.50 cc DOHC 4V engine that produces 25PS of power @ 10,000 rpm and churns out 19Nm of torque @ 8,000 rpm.  Although KTM’s decision to limit the red line on the 200 Duke at 135 km/h may disappoint some, the linear manner in which this power will be delivered all through the rev band will define its ultimate purpose for riders both in the city and on long distance runs.

The KTM engine is all-new, featuring light aluminium construction, double overhead camshafts with finger followers, four valves, fuel injection and liquid cooling. The engine is heavily oversquare, allowing a big, short light piston to work a short stroke to provide quick-revving power. A light forged crankshaft, similarly promotes the quick revving power delivery, sort of how >> Read More

KTM 200 Duke India Specifications

The specifications are out! The motorcycle will be here soon as well! Full dope on the KTM 200 Duke

KTM 200 Duke India Specifications

200 Duke: Lightness rediscovered. Maximum riding fun, powerful propulsion and optimum user value thanks to thoroughbred motorcycle technology. Featherweight chassis with high-quality components and first-class brakes. And dynamic cornering fun guaranteed with the surprisingly full-bodied and lively power of the cultivated, new four-stroke single-cylinder with injection, six-speed transmission and low fuel consumption. Precisely what you’d expect from a genuine KTM

KTM 200 DUKE Specifications:

ENGINE:

  • Design  Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine, liquid-cooled
  • Displacement    200 cm³
  • Bore     72 mm
  • Stroke  49 mm
  • Power  25PS
  • Starting aid       Electric starter
  • Transmission     6-speed, claw shift
  • Engine lubrication          Forced oil lubrication with 1 rotor pump
  • Primary gear ratio         >> Read More

Bajaj KTM 200 Duke Launching Today, January 24th 2012

One of the most eagerly awaited motorcycles of 2012, the KTM 200 Duke will be launched today 24th Jan 2012 in Delhi.

Today, the second largest two wheeler manufacturer in India, will be launching their first KTM bike to the country, 200 Duke. KTM is an Austria based motorcycle company in which Bajaj Auto has a 39% stake.

Bajaj KTM 200 Duke Launching Today, January 24th 2012

Once launched, the KTM 200 Duke will certainly be one of the most exciting launches of 2012 with its radical styling complimented by an equally competent short-stroke 200cc liquid-cooled fuel injected single cylinder motor that is mated to a six-speed transmission. The engine packaged inside a powder-coated steel tubular frame with WP suspensions taking charge of the damping duties on both ends. The brakes are from Brembo’s sub-brand Bybre, while the tyres are expected to be supplied by MRF. With its impressive power-to-weight ratio and India-friendly ergonomics, the KTM 200 Duke is certainly one machine that is set to give a solid push to the premium motorcycle segment in the country.

Moreover, the Duke is >> Read More