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Honda CBR 150R Officially Launched In India

By | March 16, 2012 | Honda, Sportbikes, What's New |

Honda CBR150R Mini Superbike, launched today 16th March in India at a price of Rs 116,000 – Delivery of  this world-class Economy Superbike will begin later this month.

Honda CBR 150R Officially Launched In India

It’s the motorcycle we’ve been waiting for! Honda showcased this at the Auto Expo earlier this year.  Honda CBR150R will be available in two variants in India – Honda CBR150R Standard is priced at Rs 116,385 while Honda CBR150R Deluxe is priced at Rs 1,17,385. Difference beteen Honda CBR150R Deluxe and Standard variant is that in the Deluxe variant Honda offers triple tone paint job while in the Standard variant a two-tone paint job is offered.

This Japanese bike manufacturer will be ready to roll out the first batch consisting approximately 750 bike units from their Manesar plant by the end of March 2012. The CBR150R will go head to head competing with the Yamaha R15 2.0 and the latter finally has direct competition in the game.

Honda CBR150R is powered by a 150cc engine generating maximum power of 17.6 bhp and peak torque of 12.6 Nm. CBR 150R has new age graphics, dual-layered full body cowling, which reportedly improves aerodynamics and performance of the bike. The CBR 150R also sports a Y-shaped headlamp, short pentagonal muffler and digital meter.

Color options of the new CBR150R include Black with Pearl Sunbeam White and Sports Red with Pearl Sunbeam White for the Standard variant. For the Deluxe variant you have Black with Candy Palm Green and Vibrant Orange with Pearl Sunbeam White.

More News Coming Soon ……… Stay Tuned!

Hyosung GT250R – Anyone waiting for this?

By | January 27, 2012 | Upcomings |

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 prove themselves in the real world. This has led them to redesign their motorcycles nearly every year as they get new rider and dealer input.

Chances are if you don’t like some particular feature of the current crop of GT250R’s, in a year or so they will have dramatically changed it to make it an even more capable motorcycle.

Pros:

One of the best looking motorcycles in its class.
V-twin engine delivers usable power for a new rider.
Modern instrument cluster includes a digital speedometer.

Cons:

Newer company, reliability hasn’t been tested.
Low quality material
Excess Vibration

Expected to be launched sometime in mid-2012, the Hyosung GT250R will enter at a very crucial time with the new Pulsar and the KTM 200 already vying for attention in this segment. The Hyosung GT250R will certainly have the benefit of one extra cylinder over its competition.

Bajaj KTM 200 Duke Launching Today, January 24th 2012

By | January 23, 2012 | Upcomings |

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 manufactured here in our India already at Bajaj’s chakan plant, which is being exported. Already, a lot number of enthusiasts are waiting for this day so that they can own one of these masterpieces in their garage. Mr Rajiv Bajaj, MD, Bajaj Auto said, “We expect this initiative to bring enormous energy into our system. Customers who visit our showrooms will hopefully be impressed with what they see and overall sentiment will be lifted in the process.”

However, it is expected that for their 10th anniversary we will be presented with its new range of renowned model, our pulsar on January 30thof this month!  By the middle of this year, it is likely to launch an all new product, probably our Discover. While talking about the new pulsar range, Mr.Bajaj stated that “I am confident that the new Pulsar will be the most stunning sports bike in the world. It is also my belief that as much as DTS-i took the market by storm, the new technology in the Pulsar will shake up the market this decade.”

So, the Bajaj is aiming high, their strategy is to be a bike specialist and they believe they have every reason for it.

2012 Triumph Daytona 675 Features And Review

By | January 10, 2012 | Upcomings |

The best supersports bike in the world? Winner of Supertest’s “King of Supersports” four years running. Designed for the race track, the Daytona 675 is the bike to beat on the road too.

2012 Triumph Daytona 675 Features And Review

It’s the combination of outstanding handling and a storming three-cylinder engine. With 124hp and more torque than the competition, the Daytona 675 offers a truly exhilarating ride. With a lightweight and narrow chassis, fully-adjustable front and rear suspension it’s composed on all surfaces.

It’s the combination of outstanding handling and a storming three-cylinder engine that makes this unique bike something special. With 124bhp and more torque than the competition, the Daytona 675 offers a truly exhilarating ride that will flatter and thrill in equal measures.

The 675cc offers an exhilarating ride for novice and experienced riders alike. With its unique and wicked three-cylinder howl, the Daytona 675 gives an unadulterated experience like no other sportsbike.

TRIUMPH DAYTONA 675 FEATURES AND BENEFITS

- Class-leading, award-winning, supersport contender
- Race track developed technology
- Compact 125PS, 72Nm three-cylinder engine for class-leading performance
- Fully-adjustable suspension for controllable and precise handling
- Monobloc caliper brakes deliver outstanding power and feel
- New graphics for 2012
- Two year unlimited mileage warranty as standard

A winner on the road and a winner on the racetrack, Triumph’s groundbreaking Daytona 675 has set a new standard in the ultra-competitive supersport class.

Debuting the 675cc three-cylinder format in a sea of otherwise conformist 600cc fours, the Daytona 675 has garnered a cabinet full of awards and accolades since being first introduced for the 2006 model year, including two Masterbike titles and an undefeated three Supertest titles. The Triumph has also proved successful in supersport racing around the world, winning national championships around the world.

The latest specification Daytona 675 delivers 125PS at 12,600rpm with a classleading 72Nm torque, making the Triumph one of the most flattering sportsbikes to ride on both the road and track, and endowing it with an addictive soundtrack only a triple can provide. The engine itself is an integral part of the overall design, with the stacked gearbox allowing for a very compact powerplant that contributes to one of the lightest and most balanced supersport bikes on the market.

As you would expect from a class-leading sportsbike, the Daytona 675 is well equipped in the chassis department too.

The fully-adjustable 41mm inverted front forks and rear monoshock unit both benefit from sophisticated high and low speed damping control, allowing riders to set their Daytona 675s up for maximum accuracy while retaining a plush ride.

Radially-mounted Nissin monobloc calipers give outstanding levels of feedback and stopping power, while lightweight wheels keep unsprung mass down and contribute to an agile motorcycle that changes direction in a heartbeat. To fully exploit the Daytona 675’s outstanding chassis, the bike rolls out of the factory wearing Pirelli’s race-developed SuperCorsa SP tyres for supreme levels of grip and feedback.

At 162kg dry (185kg fully fuelled and ready to ride) the lightweight Triumph is a true race bike for the road.

For 2012, the Daytona 675 gets a fresh new look thanks to new graphics and finishes throughout.

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