YAMAHA YZF-R15 sports bike

New Delhi: India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd. today took the veils of its premium mototrcycle, billed as the 'super sports' Yamaha YZF-R15, first announced at Auto Expo 2008 in New Delhi in January, for "road riders who are ready to accept the challenge of the racetrack."

Earlier in December the company had announced taht it would market its 1680cc MT 01 and the 998cc YZF R1, brought in as completely built units, and priced at a steep ex-showroom price of Rs 10.5 lakh each. (See: Yamaha launches premium end bikes)

The technology in YZF-R15 has percolated from R1 (deltabox frame / fuel injection / 6 speed gearbox / styling / liquid cooled 4V engine). Just like the R1 it is light weight, it has power on demand, centralised mass, stopping power, aerodynamics, ergonomics, stability / rigidity. It has the controllability and manoeuvrability to maximise riding / cornering / braking performance.

Unveiling YZF-R15 during a select media tour for test ride at Irungattukottai Race Track, Chennai, CEO and India Yamaha's managing director, Tsutomu Mabuchi said, ''With the launch of YZF-R15, Yamaha unleashes its strategic intent to offer superior products in India and is poised to provide Indian sports bike enthusiasts with the combined thrill of technological superiority and artistic brilliance.''

''Yamaha has always kept up with new technology while constantly bringing it to the next level. With India's first liquid cooled, 4-valve fuel injected engine, YZF-R15 comes with R1 DNA. The bike has many firsts to its credit, high performance DiASil cylinder, forged piston, deltabox frame, linked type monocross suspension and sharp dual headlights,'' he added.

The company said in a statement, the Indian biking market is undergoing a paradigm shift in tune with the overall shift in the economy. "The Indian biker is today technology and style conscious rather than driven by economy," it said.

Bajaj to launch Kawasaki Ninja250cc in India

Bajaj Kawasaki Ninja250cc


Bajaj to launch Kawasaki Ninja250cc in India during the 2nd half of 2008. Bajaj will bring the latest Ninja recently launched in United States, Europe and Japan. Kawasaki Ninja will be imported as a Completely Knocked Down (CKD) unit and it will be assembled in india. Rajiv Bajaj will assemble the Ninja at its chakan plant and will sell the bikes through the exclusive probiking showrooms. Kawasaki will provide the necessary service training and parts back-up fully to live up to the expectations of the Probikers. Bajaj - Kawasaki displayed the Ninja 250cc in addition to the Sports Roadster ER-6n, Ninja ZX-6R, Z1000 aand Vulcan cruiser. Of these, Kawsaki Ninja will be the first to hit the market. “We received a good response for the Ninja 250cc is amazing” Bajaj told at the press conference at the auto expo. Coming to the price, Rajiv Bajaj hinted that the Ninja 250cc will be imported through CKD unit from Thailand. This means it will leverage the FTA agreement between India and Thailand. Because of FTA, import duty on CKD and semi-knocked-down kits is only 10 per cent whereas from other countries it attracts more thn 50%. Hence unlike other superbikes this is going to be affordable.


About Ninja 250cc:

Kawasaki Ninja is powered by an eight valve, twin cylinder, DOHC, liquid cooled 250cc Fuel Injection engine developing 30PS at 10500rpm and a Torque of 21Nm at 8500rpm. This 250cc FI engine is mated with a 6-speed transmission Ninja 250cc features single 290mm petal disc brake at the front and 220mm petal disc brake at the rear.Ninja 250cc weighs 152kg and ground clearance is 135mm. Ninja suspension is through telescopic fork at the front and gas charged bottom-link Uni-Trak at the rear

Bajaj-Pulsar-180DTS-i

Bajaj-Pulsar-180DTS-i

wheelers made in India. I came to learn that 180 DTSi has got both kick-start and self-start and others two such as 200 DTSi, 220 DTS-Fi don’t come with kick-start! Some friends told me it is a good idea to buy a bike with a kick-start option included to ride in Indian Road. I still have to think to make the right decision. Below are the photos of the 3 bikes! Check it out!

Bajaj Pulsar has been a major hit in the market and is largely responsible for changing the 'scooter maker' image associated with the Bajaj. Bajaj Pulsar DTSi comes in two variants: Bajaj Pulsar 150 DTSi and Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTSi.

The instrumentation is the new Pulsar 180’s highlight. It has a digital display for the speedo, odo, two tripmeters and the fuel gauge. The tachometer in true performance bike theme remains an analogue unit. It’s nicely executed too, and fits flush. The visibility both in the day and at night is superb too. Once the rider turns on the headlight, the LCD screen lights up in a very attractive orange backlight, making it easy to read during night jaunts.

SPECIFICATIONS OF BAJAJ PULSAR 180 DTSi

Max Power 16.5 bhp (12.28 kw) @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque 15.22 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Silencer New Silencer with ExhausTEC technology now ensures improved engine torque even at varying load conditions
Wheel base 1320 mm
Suspension-F Telescopic Forks 135 mm stroke with anti-stiction bushes
Suspension-R Triple Rate Spring, 5-way adjustable, gas assisted NitroX Shock Absorbers with vertical travel of 100mm
Wheels High performance light yet stronger 17" alloy wheels
Tyres Broader 100 / 90 rear tyres

Hero Honda Karizma

Hero Honda Karizma

The latest model to have graced the Indian tarmac is Hero Honda's latest bike, 223 CC Karizma, which with its updated technological inputs have made the bike favorite among bike lovers. Available with an awesome 223cc single cylinder, air cooled four stroke engine capable of producing optimum power of 17 bhp at 7000rpm , the bike is the latest milestone achieved by the Hero Honda motors. The sleek designing of Karizma is quiet similar to its Japanese version, the legendary & giant Honda's cult VFR 800. Be it the alloy die-cast wheels, tailpiece, front indicators, fairing, silencer unit, seat, panel shapes and instrument binnacle, everywhere the new model has been given a face lift with a dash of panache.

Features

Features Exhibiting a sporty look, the new 223 CC Karizma is quite an attraction on the roads. The sturdy & beefy structure helps in making it the most sought-after motorbike in India.

• Factory-fitted mag wheels
• Long wheelbase at 1355mm provides ample stability
• Equipped with 15-litre fuel tank (FT) & 2-litre reserve
• Excellent braking
• 276mm disc up front
• 130mm rear drum brakes
• Maximum acceleration

Colors

There are five vital colorants which gives 223 CC Karizma the required personality & these are :

• Vibrant blue
• Sport red
• Moon yellow
• Black
• Force silver
  

Engine

Type OHC, Air Cooled
Stroke (2/4) 4-stroke
No. of cylinders Single Cylinder
Displacement 223cc
Electrical 12 V, 7.0 Ah

Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme

Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme

The Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme has little in common with its earlier version the Hero Honda CBZ except a similar headlamp. With the Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme, Hero Honda has tried a radical departure from its earlier 150 cc design themes. The success of this approach is proven by the fact that since its launch in 2006, the Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme has been selling almost 15, 000 to 20, 000 units per month, and crossed the 50, 000 mark within April 2007. This large, handsome, and good-looking bike has more to it than meets the eye.

Comfort

• Powerful high beam builds safety for the night rider
• The large speedometer, smaller tachometer, and fuel gauge can be read quickly and easily
• Tinted cowl improves aerodynamics and cuts the glare on the bike's instrumentation
• Relaxed and comfortable riding
• Upright posture doesn't strain wrists
• Generous knee recesses built into the fuel tank are friendly for tall riders
• Well placed footrests
• Forward leaning position enhances effortless braking
• Disc brake is highly efficient and gives instant response
• New brake pedal has a little toe guard for the big toe and a all-chrome tab to press on
• Extremely good suspension built with the fast moving solo rider in mind
• High ground clearance allows riders to see forward over hatchbacks and sedan cars
• Wide 100/90 low aspect ratio rear tyre for additional road grip and safety

Mileage and Economy

• New model comes with a 3-year / 40,000 kms warranty
• CBZ-X gives 50kmpl in city roads 61kmpl on highways
• Tuff up tubes are economical vis-a-vis emergencies
• Black Alloy Wheels have low maintenance
  

Engine Parameters

Engine Type	4-Stroke SingleCylinder AirCooled OHC
Displacement	142.7 cc
Compression Ratio	9.1:1
Maximum Power	14.4@8500 BHP@RPM
Maximum Torque	12.8@6500 Nm@rpm
Bore	57.3 mm
Stroke	57.8 mm

Hero Honda Hunk

Hero Honda has come up with a new bike in the 150cc called ‘Hunk’ (What a name!!).The company has launched two varieties of the bike in the same name ‘Hunk’ ,one is kick start and the other is a self start bike .The two types of models differ in their market costs. The kick start costs Rs 2000 less than the self start Hunk of Hero Honda.

Comfort and Ride

The riding position in Hunk is very comfortable and it is smooth up to 6000rpm.The professional design in the looks of the new bike Hunk is its selling point as compared to CBZ Xtreme. The Goiter shape turn indicator in CBZ Xtreme has been removed in the new bike and tank look is changed to the type found in a few Yamaha Gladiator models which is a big plastic tank. The same kind of tank will be seen in the coming model of TVS called TVS Flame. The plastic extension has the name of the bike which reads Hunk.

Engine, Power, Torque

On comparing Hunk to CBZ Xtreme, the engine specifications, the power and torque are not as such modified in the new bike but many other few features have been added to make it perform and look better.

Special features

* Engine - single cylinder , air cooled, four-stroke
* Power - 14.4 @ 8500 RPM
* Torque - 12.80 @ 6500 RPM
* Bore X Stroke - 57.3 X 57.8 mm
* Carburetor is a CV Type
* Ignition is of Advanced Microprocessor Ignition System(AMI)
* Gearbox is a 5 Speed Constant Mesh

Hero Honda Passion Plus

Hero Honda Passion Plus

With the maximum power of 7.5 PS @ 8000 rpm, this comes with 4 stroke single cylinder air-cooled OHC engine.

Its tubular double cradle frame along with its 9 new two-tone body colors and two tone front fender give its style statement to the extremely finicky bike lovers. To mention few more styling features, this bike is equipped with body color rear view mirror, aluminum die cast rear grip, heat protector on the muffler, new dials in the instrument panel etc.

Its enough luggage space with locking facility, lockable seat and helmet holder are the important features for rider's convenience. Comfort of the journey is defined by the arrangement of adjustable rear cushion, wide and spacious seat and broad rear tyre.

Different colors:

• Moon Yellow
• Cloud Silver
• Amranth Maroon
• Tornado Grey
• Tahitian Blue
• Black with Magna Red Stripes
• Black with Purple Stripes
• Candy Blazing Red
• Turquoise Blue
• Tasmanian Green
• Black with Orange Stripes

Engine

Type Air - Cooled OHC
Stroke (2/4) 4-stroke
No. of cylinders Single Cylinder
Displacement 97.2 cc
Electrical 12 V-2.5 Ah

Hero Honda Splendor Plus

Splendor +

4 stroke single cylinder lair-cooled, OHC engine delivers power of 5.5 Kw (7.5PS) @ 8000 rpm . Running with the maximum mileage of 85 kmph, this bike is giving the optimum satisfaction for long journey.

Its double cradle frame gives the steadiness in biking. Its wider 1230 mm wheelbase provides the proper base for safer riding.

Lighting fitting included in it like multi reflector with halogen bulb makes the biking secured at every time.

Engine

Type
Stroke (2/4) 4 - Stroke, air cooled
No. of cylinders 1
Displacement 97.2 cc
Electrical 12V-2.5AH

Different colors:

Candy Tahitian Blue
Hi Performance Red
Blue Blaze Metallic
Cloud Silver Metallic
Chilli Green
Hi Granite Blue
Tornado Grey
Black with Blue Silver Stripe
Black Calliper Yellow
Black Old Stripe

Hero Honda Super Splendor

Hero Honda Super Splendor

After a long hiatus, Hero Honda made a foray into the 125cc segment with the new Super Splendor. The new bike retains the hugely successful Splendor brand name so as to leverage its massive brand presence.

Hero Honda Super Splendor Technical Specifications

Engine 4-Stroke OHC, Single Cylinder, Air Cooled
Bore X Stroke 52.4 X 57.8 mm
Displacement 124.7 cc
Compression Ratio 9.1: 1
Max Power 6.72 Kw (9 BHP) @ 7000 rpm
Torque 90 Kmph
Clutch Multiplate Wet
Final Drive Roller Chain
Ignition Digital - CDI Ignition (AMI) Advanced Micro Processor Ignition system
Starting Self Start
Frame Tubular Double Cradle
Suspension Front : Telescopic Hydraulic Fork
Rear : Swing Arm with Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Dimensions (LXWXH) 1995 X 735 X 1095 mm
Wheel Base 1265 mm
Ground Clearance 150 mm
Kerb Weight 121 Kg
Tyres Front : 2.75 X 18 - 4 PR / 42P
Rear : 2.75 X 18 - 6 PR / 48P
Brakes Front Drum Type : Internal Expanding Type - 130 mm Dia
Rear Drum Type : Internal Expanding Type - 130 mm Dia
Fuel Tank Capacity 12 Ltrs. (Min)
Head Light 12V - 35W Multi Reflector Halogen Bulb - AC Type

Hero Honda Splendor

Hero Honda Splendor is a bike manufactured in India by Hero Honda. It is the world's largest selling motorcycle. This motorcycle is renowned for it's legendary build quality and reliability. It gives reasonably good fuel efficiency and performance. It has an electronic ignition and a tubular double cradle type frame.

Engine

Engine Displacement (cc): 97.2

Maximum Speed (kmph) : 85

Engine Type: 4-stroke

Start Type: Kick

Fuel Capacity (litres) : 10.5

Maximum Power (bhp): 7.5

Mileage (kmpl): 61

No. of Cylinders: 1 Other Features No. of Gears /Variator: 4 Electrics (AC/DC): 12V DC Overall Length (mm): 1950 Height (mm): 1040 Wheelbase (mm): 1230 Ground Clearance (mm): 160 Kerb Weight (kg): 101

Hero Honda CD Dawn

Hero Honda CD Dawn

Its 97.2 cc 4 stroke air-cooled single cylinder OHC engine delivers maximum power of 5.44 kw (7.4 PS) @ 8000 rpm and maximum torque of 0.79 kg-m @ 5000 rpm.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF HERO HONDA CD DAWN

Engine 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, Air Cooled
Cubic Capacity 97.2 cc
Max. Power 7.5 BHP @ 8000rpm
Gear Box 4 Speed
Ignition CDI
Brakes Front - 110mm Drum / Rear - 110mm Drum
Tyres Front - 2.75 X 18 / Rear - 2.75 X 18
Wheelbase 1230mm
Ground Clearance 160mm
Dry Weight 108 Kg
Tank Capacity 10.5 Litres

Different colors

• Tahitian Blue
• Cool Mint Green
• Black with Golden Stripes
• Black with Yellow Stripes
• Amranth Maroon
• Candy Blazing Red
• Cloud Silver

Hero Honda CD 100 SS

The CD 100 SS is designed for those who live life in the fast lane, rough and tough, for those who would love to take a bike on the stumbling village roads. It shares almost all components with the CD100, except for the additional reinforcement. With larger, reinforced shock absorbers, wider tyres, heavier body weight and engine guard, the Hero Honda CD 100 SS weights slightly more, resulting in some cut down in the fuel economy it offers. Minor problems of the CD 100 have been rectified in the SS model. If you wish to ride into the hinterland, this is the bike for you.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF HERO HONDA CD100 ss

Engine : Four-stroke/petrol
Transmission : Four-speed
Engine Displacement : 97.2cc
Tachometer : No
Max Power : 7.0bhp@8000rpm
Wheel base : 1,220mm
Ground Clearance : 165mm
Ignition : Electronic
Dry Weight : 103kg
Fuel tank Capacity : 10.1litres
Battery : 12V
F/R suspension : Tel Hydraulic fork
R/R suspension : Swing arm and Hydraulic damper
Max Speed : 85kph
Front Tyre size : 2.57x18"
Rear Tyre size : 3.00x18"

Hero Honda Splendor NXG

Hero Honda Splendor NXG

• New splendor NXG features trapezoidal multi -reflector headlamps which is powerful even at low speeds. This is achieved by powerful battery which powers the DC high beam in the headlamp and its strength is not dependent on the engine rpm. Circuitry for the low beam and pilot lamp has also been enhanced for low variation in intensity arising from changes in the engine rpm.

• Splendor NXG gets a new front fairing and a new visor

• new design fuel tank with knee recesses on either side and features a chrome fuel tank lid. The new fuel tank can be filled with 10.3L and reserves 1.8L of fuel

• new body panels and sleek body graphics for the new splendor NXG

• new instrument panel – trip meter housed in speedometer, fuel gauge and tell tales for the new splendor NXG

• Splendor NXG features stylish tail lamp and die– cast alloy grab rail.

• new splendor NXG offers 160mm of ground clearance (159mm in Splendor plus)

Engine


According to Hero Honda, “the engine has been developed anew ”. But looking at the specifications this mill identical to the one found in Hero Honda CD series - the peak power of the new engine is up by about five percent at 7.7PS when compared to splendor plus, which is delivered at a lower 7,500 rpm, compared to the previous engine’s 7.4PS at 8,000 rpm. The same engine requires 7.8s to reach 60kph and can clock a top speed of 90kph. It delivers 77kpl in combined city and highway drive. The 4 speed gearbox is optimised.

Hero Honda GlamourFI

Hero Honda Glamour FI

Hero Honda has launched the fuel-injection model of its 125 cc bike Glamour under the title Hero Honda Glamour FI. The bike will come for an entry-level price of Rs 49,900. This will have a kick-start and drum brakes. The higher-end version will have self-start and disc brakes and will cost Rs 53000. This is the first time that Honda is offering its fuel injection technology on low-end bikes anywhere outside Japan. However, the Hero Honda Glamour FI is not expected to be a runaway hit due to two reasons; one - the price difference with the existing Glamour is just Rs 5,500. Two - The Hero Honda Glamour FI needs unleaded fuel, something that is still not available in large parts of India.

Engine

Type
Single Cylinder Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Sohc
Valve Train
2 Valve
Displacement
124.8cc
Bore & Stroke
52.4 X 57.9 mm
Comp. Ratio
9.2:1
Starting
Kick Start / Electric Start

Performance
Max. Power
6.72 KW/9 bhp @ 7,000 RPM (no change)
Max. Torque
10.35 NM @ 4,000 RPM (no change)

Transmission
Gear Box
4 Speed Constant Mesh
Clutch
Multiplate Wet Type

Electricals
Battery
12V- 2.5AH(Kick) / 5AH(Self)
Head Light
35/35 W Halogen Bulb

Chassis
Type
Double cradle

Suspension
Front
Telescopic Hydraulic Type
Rear
Rectangular Swing Arm With Hydraulic Shock Absorber

Brakes
Front
240mm Drum Type/ 130mm Disc Type
Rear
130mm Drum Type

Tyres
Front
2.75 X 18" 42 P
Rear
3.00 X 18" 6pr, 52 P

Dimensions
Kerb Weight
Kerb Wt - 125kg (Standard)/ 129kg (Deluxe)
Wheel Base
1,265mm
Length
2,005mm
Width
735mm
Overall Height
1,070mm
Ground Clearance
150mm
Tank Capacity
12 Lts./1.5 reserve

Hero Honda Glamour

Engine

Engine Displacement (cc): 124.7

Maximum Speed (kmph) : 85.0

Engine Type: 4

Start Type: Kick/Electric

Fuel Capacity (litres) : 13.6

Maximum Power (bhp): 9

Mileage (kmpl): NA Other Features No. of Gears /Variator: 4 Electrics (AC/DC): NA Overall Length (mm): 1995 Height (mm): 1095 Wheelbase (mm): 1295 Ground Clearance (mm): NA Kerb Weight (kg): 129