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Suzuki Intruder 150 | Price | Images | Mileage | Review

2018-07-12T22:29:00.000+05:30

Suzuki Intruder 150 | Price | Images | Mileage | Review

Suzuki Intruder

The Intruder shares its power train with the Gixxer – a 155cc 14.6bhp motor powers the rear wheel via a five-speed gearbox. Fuel injection isn’t available yet, but will be launched soon. The rear tyre is the widest in the segment, at 140mm, and that feeling is echoed when you sit on the motorcycle – those tank extensions make the Intruder feel a whole lot wider than it is, and it thus feels like a whole lot more motorcycle as well. The seat is also a lot wider than a standard seat, but it is very low as well, offering confidence and comfort to the cruiser aficionado.

The Gixxer is known for its outstanding performance and it’s the same with the Intruder. There’s a good amount of refinement and smoothness. It gets a bigger airbox to take care of the extra weight. This motor behaves sane until 3000rpm, to keep things calm for city riding. But post that, with a bit of a grunt and linear power delivery, the bike feels lively and fast. As the revs begin to reach 9000rpm, that’s when the buzz starts to creep in on the handlebar and the footpegs. The five-speed gearbox isn’t the best one in the 150cc segment, but it does the job of keeping things exciting. Even with the extra bike weight, it is possible to ride at 40kmph in fifth gear.

Suzuki Intruder Black and Grey colour

The Intruder does look odd from certain angles, there is no macho look. Mainly all plastic look when compared to the engine that it is taken from. I personally like the Gixxer more than the Intruder.

Having said this, On road price of the Suzuki intruder Bangalore will come around 1.20 Lakh which is decent for a Suzuki engine.

Suzuki Intruder Black colour

Intruder having the engine capacity of 155cc and producing 14.6 bhp of power @ 8000 RPM will give mileage of 44 kmpl.

Suzuki Intruder Grey colour

It has a fuel capacity of 11 ltr so having a range of 484 km.

Suzuki Intruder ride

If you choose to buy it you will have 2 colour options. Grey and Black.
I would buy Grey if I was buying it!

Suzuki Intruder Black and Grey colour

Suzuki Intruder Grey colour Top view

Suzuki Intruder Black and Grey colour

Suzuki Intruder colour

Suzuki Intruder Grey colour

Royal Enfield Himalayan priced at Rs. 1.56 lakh

2016-03-22T11:19:00.001+05:30

Royal Enfield released their new addition to their bike list. Himalayan. With displacement of 411cc it churns 24.5bhp @ 6500 rpm and 32Nm @ 4000rpm and priced at 1.56 ex showroom price it might change the way adventure biking in India.

2013 TVS Wego with optional disc brake

2013-03-21T20:05:00.001+05:30

TVS WEGO

TVS motor's popular gearless scooter - Wego known for its bady balance. well its been pretty successful in its segment. Now the 2013 model of TVS Wegocomes with front disc brake.

The TVS Wego is powered by a 110cc engine producing 8 HP of power and 8 Nm of torque. It has a V-Matic transmission and a 5-litre fuel tank. The disc brake on the Wego costs an extra Rs. 3000/- as it is not a standard feature. The 2013 TVS Wego has been launched at a price of Rs. 50,000 (ex-showroom).

MV Agusta Rivale -To be available from Later half of the year

2013-03-21T01:14:00.003+05:30

MV Agusta Rivale

MV Agusta, the Italian Superbike manufacturer famous for its stylish bikes announced that 800cc MV Agusta “Rivale” would come into the production line and official release would commence from the second half of 2013.

MV Agusta Rivale won the most the Most beautiful bike title at EICMA 2012. The buyers hope is more. Hope MV Agusta sticks to their deadlines this time at least.

Yamaha FZ with 4 new colours!

2013-03-15T15:31:00.003+05:30

Yamaha FZ - Fearless Black

The macho Yamaha FZ now has 4 more colors to its body. This year Yamaha has refreshed FZ with 4 new colors. The strategy behind the introduction of four new color schemes is that Yamaha India wants the product to stay fresh in midst of the new launches from its rivalry. The four new colors as seen promises a breath of fresh air for the FZ-S apart from the regular colors that are available which will soon be obsolete once the stocks are gone.

The Yamaha FZ-S is powered by an air-cooled 153cc 2 valve engine that puts out 14 Ps and 13.6 Nm of torque that has enough punch to pull from stand still effortlessly even with a heavy pillion on-board. The addition of kick starter is a boon for Indian conditions where an average care needed for healthy functioning of a motorcycle battery is seen very minimal among the buyers. The brilliant rear Monocross suspension with the widest radial tyre in its class with a tyre aspect ratio of 60% along with 120mm travel is a blessing on the streets where pot holes await to dig the spine of the rider. Topped up with a Trendy yet functional fuel tank that holds 12 Liters of fuel ensures less pit stop’s on the highway run. The FZ-S also features a full Orange Back-Lit Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) that gives a host of information that includes; Speedometer, Tachometer, Fuel Gauge and a Tripmeter

Yamaha FZ - Glory Gold

Yamaha FZ - Raging Red

Yamaha FZ - Tempest Blue

The Four new colors Fearless Black, Glory Gold, Raging Red & Tempest Blue are available through bookings in Yamaha Showrooms and can be grabbed from now on..

Moto Guzzi showroom at Gurgaon in India

2012-12-17T19:04:00.004+05:30

Aprilia - Moto Guzzi showroom

The Italian high performance motorcycle brand, Moto Guzzi has made its Indian debut with its first showroom/dealership at Gurgaon. The name of the dealership is Northwards Motors. As we know, Piaggio own both Aprilia and Moto Guzzi, and both will be sharing the showroom. However the dealership has already started accepted bookings for Moto Guzzi motorcycles. Currently the Griso 1200 8V is open for booking.


Aprilia - Moto Guzzi showroom

More photos at Aprilia-Moto Guzzi

2014 Auto Expo to be held in February at Greater Noida

2012-12-13T06:47:00.001+05:30

Society of India Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) has announced that the 2014 Auto Expo will be held from 6th to 12th February 2014 at India Expo Centre and Mart at Greater Noida. SIAM said that they aimed at making the Indian Auto Expo the biggest in the world by using the best location possible and having the largest space and largest number of exhibitors. In 2014 they will have 50,000 square metres of space for exhibitors, which is around 10,000 square metres more than this year. Though the main space will only consist of vehicles and accessories, while the components exhibition will be at a different location which is yet to be finalized.

This year about 7 lakh people attended the auto expo. Lets see what happens in 2014 auto expo.

Typhoon 150 MPFI scooter to be launched by Piaggio

2012-12-12T16:30:00.002+05:30

Piaggio Typhoon

Piaggio which owns legendary companies like Vespa, Aprillia and Moto Guzzi, have a speculation that Italian Scooter manufacturer, Piaggio, will bring their stylish Typhoon scooter in India with a 150 cc engine. The engine may be borrowed from the Fly 150 scooter. The Fly 150 has MPFI which means Multi Point Fuel Injection. This may be first of its kind in India.

The engine is a 4-stroke engine producing 11.4 HP and 11.5 Nm of torque with the usual twist-and-go CVT automatic transmission. This will also make it one of the most powerful scooters available in India. This is the second 150cc scooter to be launched in India. Honda Eterno 150 is the earlier. Typhoon will get 12 inch wheels, fatter tires and front disc.
This Italian scooter may have top speed of 100km/hr and mileage of 30 to 35 km/ltr.

Piaggio Typhoon


Piaggio Typhoon

Piaggio Typhoon

Will Piaggio start a new trend in powerful scooters? Well lets see.

Suzuki Inazuma

2012-12-11T14:00:00.002+05:30

Suzuki Inazuma 250

All the major companies are aiming in quarter liter segment. Suzuki motors of Japan released parallel twin cylinder bike Suzuki Inazuma 250 in UK. The on road price of the Suzuki Inazuma is £3 ,499 (Rs. 3 lakhs approx.) which is cheaper compared to Honda CBR250R by £500 (Rs. 43,000 approx.) and also £1100 (Rs. 94,000 approx.) than Kawasaki Ninja 250R.

This quarter liter bike is liquid cooled, SOHC, twin cylinder, fuel injected, 250cc engine. It delivers maximum of 26bhp@ 8500rpm and maximum torque of 24.2 Nm@ 7,000 rpm. The Inazuma 250 comes with Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) system for better throttle response and combustion. It also has Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET) servo-controlled butterfly valve which enhances low to mid range torque. This helps the bike to commute in city.

Suzuki Inazuma 250 headlight

This is a naked styled bikehavung dual exhaust. The bike has very nice instrumental panel. It consists of analog tachometer and a large digital LCD display which shows gear position, coolant temperature, odometer, trip meter, fuel consumption meter clock and a 3 mode rpm indicator to have better fuel efficiency and power for individual riding style. At present the bike is available in two colors Black and Candy Cardinal Red. The bike will be in the showroom in September.

Specifications

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine capacity: 248cc
Engine: 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, SOHC
Bore: 53.5mm x 55.2mm
Compression ratio: 11.5:1
Starter: Electric
Ignition: Electronic (Transistorised)
Fuel system: Fuel Injection
Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh
Drive: Chain

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
Overall length: 2145mm
Overall width: 760mm
Overall height: 1075mm
Wheelbase: 1430mm
Seat height: 780mm
Ground Clearance: 165mm
Kerb Weight: 180 Kg
Fuel capacity: 13.3litres

CHASSIS SPECIFICATION
Front suspension: Telescopic, Coil spring, Oil damped
Rear suspension: Swing arm, Coil spring, Oil damped
Front brakes: Disc: 310 fully floating disc with two piston caliper
Rear brakes: Disc: 240 mm single disc with one piston caliper
Front tyres: 110/80-17M/C 57H
Rear tyres: 140/70-17M/C 66H

Suzuki Inazuma 250-Black

Suzuki Inazuma 250-Candy Cardinal Red

Suzuki Inazuma 250

Interesting facts about bikes

2012-12-10T14:12:00.003+05:30

Some of the facts of the motorcycle that evolved from the bicycles. Read and enjoy!

The first motorcycle sold was a Hildebrand and Wolfmuller. This was in 1894.

Facts :Engines and Frames

Bicycle companies put a new invention, the internal combustion engine, onto their bicycles.
When new engines became more powerful the standard bicycle frames, wheels and chains could not handle them.
Bicycle builders decided to make frames made of steel. The steel frames did the job much as they do today.

Facts :Most Popular Motobikes

Before First World War, the largest motorcycle company in the world was Indian Motors. They produced 20,000 motorbikes a year.

By 1920, Harley-Davidson sold more street bikes in more than 67 countries.

Today, Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki, and Yamaha are the most popular with enthusiasts. Harley-Davidson is still a driving force in the United States.
BMW, KTM, Triumph, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi and Ducati are also popular new street rides to buy...

Facts :Parts

A steel or aluminum frame holds modern motorcycle parts and accessories.

Telescopic forks hold the front wheel, and disc brakes. Expect a one-cylinder to six-cylinder gasoline powered engine.

The engine is coupled to a manual, five- or six-speed sequential transmission with a swing arm-mounted rear wheel by a chain, drive shaft or belt.

A wind tunnel helps the engineers mimic real-life riding conditions. Different racing speeds test seating and body positions.

Experts can judge the best riding positions for racing bikes, off-road motorbikes and street cycles.

Facts :Accessories and Gear
Designed for comfort are various modern motorcycle attachments:

A "Fairing" is a plastic or fiberglass shell. It fits over the front frame of the bike. A fairing helps move the cycle smoothly and protects the engine in an accident. Fairings on touring rides improve your comfort and alertness on long rides. They reduce the harsh wind, cold and rain on your body...

"Windshields or windscreens" are built into a fairing or be attached to an unfaired motorbike. They are of transparent high-impact plastic. They direct airflow over or around your head. If you would like to raise and lower the windscreen with the push of a button, get an electric windscreen.

"Saddlebags or Panniers" rest on either side of the rear wheel to carry parts, tools, and, or travel gear.

"Heated Hand grips and Heated Seats" keep you warm in the cold and during night rides.

"Luggage Racks" remove the need for backpacks. They are a more secure and safe way to add carrying capacity to your rocket cycle.

A "Sidecar" is a one-wheeled partially covered seat. The sidecar attaches to the side of your motorcycle. Your big sister can sit in it and ride with you. Just remember to bring her back.

A "Trunk" is a storage box. Above and behind the seat the trunk is mounted...

Facts :Motorcycle Clubs

Clubs and organizations are popular. You can meet new rider, their buddies and their families.
The clubs are organized according countries, states, cities and neighborhoods. Individual motor bike makes or motorbike models have fan clubs.

Lets say a very very basic thing bikers need to know about the history, evolution, design......

Article Source: EzineArticles

Honda Recalls 11,500 units of CBR250R

2012-12-02T15:03:00.001+05:30

Honda CBR250R

Honda has voluntarily called the CBR250R because of the defective front braking system. The front brake issue is present in the models that were produced between the period of March 2011 and September 2012. The ‘front brake master cylinder assembly’ will be replaced free of cost irrespective of the warranty status.

Mr. Yadvinder Singh Guleria, vice president, sales and marketing, HMSI commented saying, “Although recalls are new in India, customers today are maturing fast and perceive recall positively.” He also added that the company found it suitable to carry on with the recall after it discovered this problem occurring in eight of the 21,000 units it sold so far.

HMSI are no the first to voluntarily recall the vehicle in Indian market. Over the past couple of years, a number of car makers including Toyota, Honda and Maruti Suzuki had to recall.

S1000RR’s Engine is used by Bimota BB2

2012-12-02T07:20:00.000+05:30

Bimota BB2

Bimota a small Italian bike company have showcased a new bike called Bimota BB2 which uses BMW S1000RR engine.

This is not the first time that Bimota has used BMW's engine. Previous to BB2 it was Bimota BB1 (supermono) which used a single-cylinder BMW F650 engine.The stock BMW S1000RR engine produces 180HP of power. This is used by Bimota in its BB2.

There is no more news about BB2's detail apart from it using BMW S1000RR engine.

Bimota BB2

BMW S1000RR

MV Agusta Rivale 800 Wins The “Most Beautiful Bike” title at EICMA 2012

2012-11-29T22:03:00.002+05:30

2013 MV Agusta Rivale 800

MV Agusta has won it-"Most Beautiful Bike". Motocyclismo awarded the MV Agusta Rivale 800 as the most beautiful bike after beating contenders like Ducati and BMW. MV Agusta won the same coveted award with the F3 675 in 2010. So this is the second time winning the award!

The president and CEO of MV Agusta, Giovanni Castiglioni said after winning the title,
“For us, it is a further recognition and confirmation of how much energy and resources MV Agusta is dedicating to the constant development of new products.After winning in 2010 with the unique jewel created by my father, the F3 675, it is an incredible satisfaction to win yet again with a completely new machine. This victory is the greatest gift we could give to our President.”

2013 MV Agusta Rivale 800

Harley Davidson Fat Bob available at 12.80L in India

2012-11-29T16:57:00.000+05:30

The famous cruiser bike company, Harley Davidson has added another bike to its list in India "Fat Bob". This makes the customers an additional bike to look at while buying. So Fat Bob is available across all the Harley Davidson dealers at a price of 12.80 lacks(ex showroom Delhi).

Mr. Anoop Prakash, Managing Director, Harley-Davidson India speaking at the launch of the Fat Bob said, “Along with being an ideal motorcycle for Indian roads, the introduction of the Fat Bob, our newest addition to our line-up available through CKD, is further proof of our ability to move ahead of the marketplace by listening to our customers. The launch of the Fat Bob as CKD will allow more customers to experience our Dyna range at an attractive price point.”

Specs of Harley-Davidson FAT BOB

Fat Bob is powered by Air-cooled 1585 cc engine that gives torque of126 Nm @ 3500 RPM mated with Six-Speed Cruise Drive transmission. The bike also gets adjustable suspension and factory-installed ABS. Braking power is provided by dual brakes feature 4-piston fixed calipers.

KTM Duke 390 - on the way to India!

2012-11-28T17:44:00.000+05:30

KTM Duke 390 - on the way to India!

If you are a big fan of naked bikes, here is a good news for you all. 2013 will be the year in which "KTM Duke 390 ABS" is going to be in India!! KTM Duke 390 is based on the present KTM Duke 200. With 44hp power and torque of 35Nm for a 373.2cc engine. That's awesome!

This is a official news by KTM in their page.

Are you ready for this bigger menace?

Source:KTM

Check out the promo of KTM Duke 390!

Yamaha Ray - First scooter from Yamaha in India

2012-07-21T20:18:00.002+05:30

Yamaha logo

Yamaha showcased 'Ray' scooter in the Delhi Auto Expo 2012 in January. Yamaha now is planning to launch the vehicle by Diwali. Ray is the first scooter from Yamaha in India. In past few years there is a significant raise in the sales of scooters compared to the bikes in India.

“The pitch process began three months ago. We were looking for an agency which could deliver an integrated strategy in terms of both creative and execution to help build on the stylish and sporty image of Yamaha Ray. In DDB Mudra Delhi, with its strength in ATL, BTL, experiential and digital platforms, we found a perfect partner.”
-Roy Kurian, National Business Head, India Yamaha Motor

“We are very excited with this win. We had a full-fledged integrated approach to the brand launch. We look forward to partnering India Yamaha Motor in making Yamaha Ray a big success.”
-Vandana Das, President, DDB Mudra Group

Yamaha is successful in terms of gearless scooter in South East Asia. We have to wait and see how it performs in India. Even though there is no official announcement on the pricing, it will be around the market dominating activa

Yamaha working on the cheapest bike

2012-07-21T20:00:00.001+05:30

Yamaha logo

Yamaha with its FZ series bikes has conquered the heart of many bikers. R1, R6 are some of their other products in India. Even though yamaha is not firm in lower displacement bikes they are planning on cheapest bike. As the Nano from Tata, Yamaha is trying to grow their sales in lower displacement and also the 'world's lowest priced bike' tag.

“We have so far done well with our premium motorcycles in India and now we think is the time to address a bigger part of the market where volumes are high,” Hiroyuki Suzuki, chief executive of India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd., said in a recent interview.
and he also added
“Just about one in every 25 people in India owns a two-wheeler,” Mr. Suzuki said. “There is a huge scope to attract more buyers with a fuel-efficient product that is priced reasonably.”

At present the cheapest bike from Yamaha is crux which is around Rs.40,000. We have to wait and see the pricing, name, technical specifications

Working of Anti-lock Braking System(ABS) in motorcycles

2012-07-17T20:49:00.002+05:30

ABS

Anti-lock Breaking System(ABS) is the ability of the brake pads to stop the vehicle preventing locking of wheels. By preventing the wheels of the automobile from locking, ABS allows the driver to maintain control over the vehicle and stop in the shortest distance possible. This helps in avoiding accidents.

In the case of non-ABS version bikes, there is a direct connection between the caliper and the disc. So the pressure applied by the rider determines the stopping of the bike. But in the case of ABS bikes, the braking pressure is exerted through ECU and Hydraulic valve.

Main components of ABS system

Electronic Speed Sensor:These will measure the rotational speed of wheels and are present on wheel hub

Toothed Disc:This helps to measure the speed of the wheel for speed sensor present with disc break

Electrical Control Unit (ECU):This is the main part. ECU is a microprocessor based system which is designed for this purpose and is present below the riders seat

Electrically Controller Valve: This controller valve will control the pressure in a brake cylinder and is present with ECU

ECU constantly measures the rotational speed of both the wheels separately with the individual speed sensors. When there is a difference in the speed of the wheels brake is applied.

For example assume that you have a non-ABS bike and at an instant a person tries to cross the road and you had not anticipated then you have to brake instantly. If you apply more pressure on the caliper then there is more chances of bike skidding and you falling.
But in ABS version, the bike will not skid even the pressure give by you is more than enough for you to loose your balance and fall.

Working

In ABS bikes, ECU will be constantly measuring the rotational speed of the wheels, when the brake is applied and if there is difference in the rotational speed of the wheels for a fraction of second the brake applied is stopped and applied again until the bike halts.

Where as in non ABS bikes there is no presence of ECU and the bike skids. The picture below explains better.

With and Without ABS

There is a lot difference in braking between the bike with ABS and without.
Finally for safety measures its the first and best choice.

At present bikes offering ABS in India are TVS APACHE RTR 180 and HONDA CBR250R

TVS APACHE RTR 180

HONDA CBR250R

Tie-Up?

2012-07-14T22:54:00.001+05:30

Now a days we are hearing about the news about Hero motocorp-AVL(Anstalt für Verbrennungskraftmaschinen List) tie up or BMW-TVS tie up or Bajaj-KTM tie up.
Bajaj and KTM are together for a long time than the Hero motocorp -AVL and there is no confirmation of BMW-TVS tie up. Hoping for confirmation of BMW-TVS tie up. We can expect even more good quality products from TVS and also the BMW bikes.
Bajaj owns 47% stakes of KTM.

What is the profit that both companies get?

Well lets say that its like a win-win situation for both the companies. The companies less experienced or no experience in higher displacement segment can extract the expertise of the other and they can gain share in the market in the higher displacement segment or even they can apply new goodies into their present bikes.

While the other, who are famous for their bikes, their dependability, durability can use the other companies link to market their products.

For example 'if' BMW-TVS ties-up TVS can use the expertise of BMW and BMW can use the market link that TVS has.

Bajaj Pulsar 180 review

2012-07-12T00:18:00.001+05:30

Bajaj Pulsar 180

Bajaj Pulsar 180 is elder brother of Pulsar 150. Pulsar 180 was released with pulsar 150 over a decade ago. Even though Pulsar 200NS is released many like the old look. Bajaj have said that they are not going to stop any other Pulsar.

Ex-showroom price Delhi: Rs.73000

Styling

It is similar to that of its sibling. But it has wide rear tyre which looks sexy. Pulsar 180 does not has chain cover as in 150. There is no much difference in digital console except that the background is white.

pulsar 180 has split seats from its elder brother 220.

Handling

It handles near to perfectness. Even though bike is heavy I just got adjusted to the bike within a short distance. It takes corners smoothly. It is planted on the ground during corners and at high speeds. We can zip through the traffic easily. Whoever is planning to buying pulsar and are not worried about mileage and don't like the looks of 220. Then this fits them perfectly. I'm not telling that its mileage is low, for 180cc mileage is more than enough.

Because of its wide rear tyre, its power and its low cost parts, this the bikers favorite bike for stunting.

Mileage

One may expect the mileage around 45 in highways and around 40 in city. It all depends on the riding style, condition of the bike.

Specifications

Engine Type 4Stroke SingleCylinder AirCooled

Displacement 180 cc

Compression Ratio 9.5:1

Maximum Power 16.5@8000 BHP@rpm

Maximum Torque 15.22@6000 N-m@rpm

Cylinder Bore 63.5 mm

Stoke 56.4 mm

Ignition CDI

Starting SelfStart

Wheel Base 1345 mm

Tyre Size Front 90/90 x 17 - Tubeless, Rear 120/80 x 17 - Tubeless

Wheel Type Alloy

Bajaj Pulsar 180 engine

Bajaj Pulsar 180

Bajaj Pulsar 200NS available in Karnataka

2012-07-09T22:28:00.002+05:30

Bajaj Pulsar 200NS

Bajaj pulsar 200NS is available in Karnataka. In the previous post i have told you about the launch of the Pulsar 200NS in Delhi and later it may be in the Bangalore. So its now in Karnataka! Pulsar 200NS is launched in Karnataka by the Bajaj.

The bike's ex-showroom price will be Rs.85,863. Bajaj will launching the bike in Chennai in mid-July and the other parts by September. So for the rest of you be patient and wait for it. I know its tough!

The most awaited bike of this year is now available in Karnataka. Bikers go test ride the bike. If you like it book it, get it and have fun!! (Also money is the main criteria to buy :p)

BMW Motorrad and TVS to tie up

2012-07-08T17:12:00.002+05:30

BMW-TVS

Yes you read it right BMW-TVS tie up. I know this is a mind blowing news!!
South Indian Major TVS which was previously in tie with the suzuki long years back.They now want to explore the expertise of the BMW. But between these companies there is no equity agreement as like the Bajaj and KTM.

Actually this is like win-win situation for both the companies. TVS can access the expertise of BMW and BMW can use the TVS network to market their products in the sub-continent.

Mr Venu Srinivasan, TVS Motors’ Chairman confirmed that the company is in talks with the BMW Motorrad, for a beneficial and strategic tie up.

“We are in discussions with BMW for a tie-up, but at this point I can’t reveal more details. However, equity sale is not being considered,” Mr Srinivasan told Business Line.

BMW has made a smart move as India is the second largest two wheeler marketing country next to India
and to increase their sales this is the best platform. TVS as recently lost its 3rd position of the sales in the year to the Honda, they will have a major plus point to regain their status.

All thanks to Business line for the info.

So now the question is

"Will the TVS roll out higher displacement bike with the expertise of BMW?"

"Will the BMW bike will be available in market for a little lesser price?"

Honda Motorcycles to add 500 more dealers

2012-07-07T22:18:00.000+05:30

Honda logo

Honda seriously are making their way to the top position gradually. After their "breakup" with the Hero group the company have taken seriously actions to increase their sales. They are trying to add 500 dealership!! That's too good. At present HMSI (Honda) is on the III spot after the Hero and the Bajaj. Even in the news papers i saw the ads of the Honda to have dealership in many places that they require, their specifications etc. Honda are keen on their expansion.

Info: List of Bajaj Auto launched vehicles

2012-07-05T14:00:00.001+05:30


Bajaj logo

1960-1970 - Vespa 150 - Under the licence of Piaggio of Italy

1971 - three-wheeler goods carrier

1972 - Bajaj Chetak

1976 - Bajaj Super

1977 - Bajaj Priya

1977 - Rear engine Auto-rickshaw

1981 - Bajaj M-50

1986 - Bajaj M-80, Kawasaki Bajaj KB100, Kawasaki Bajaj KB125,

1990 - Bajaj Sunny

1991 - Kawasaki Bajaj 4S Champion

1993 - Bajaj Stride

1994 - Bajaj Classic

1995 - Bajaj Super Excel

1997 - Kawasaki Bajaj Boxer, Rear Engine Diesel Auto-rickshaw

1998 - Kawasaki Bajaj Caliber, Bajaj Legend

1999 - Bajaj Spirit

2000 - Bajaj Saffir

2001 - Eliminator, Bajaj Pulsar

2003 - Caliber115, Bajaj Wind 125, Bajaj Pulsar Bajaj Endura FX

2004 - Bajaj CT 100, New Bajaj Chetak 4-stroke with Wonder Gear, Bajaj Discover DTS-i

2005 - Bajaj Wave, Bajaj Avenger, Bajaj Discover

2006 - Bajaj Platina

2007 - Bajaj Pulsar-200 (Oil Cooled), Bajaj Kristal, Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi (Fuel Injection), XCD 125 DTS-Si

2008 - Bajaj Discover 135 DTS-i - sport (Upgrade of existing 135cc model)

2009 - Bajaj Pulsar 135(December 9) (January) Bajaj XCD 135 cc, Bajaj Pulsar 150 DTS-i UG IV, Bajaj Pulsar 180 DTS-i UG IV, Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTS-i, Bajaj Discover 100 DTS-Si, Kawasaki Ninja 250R

2012 - Bajaj RE 60, mini car for intra-city urban transportation

2012 - KTM Duke 200, launch of 200cc bike from the KTM stable

2012 - Bajaj Pulsar 200 NS, launch of 200cc bike

2012 - Discover 125ST, launch of 125cc bike.

Hero lauched 3 new motorcycles

2012-07-04T20:51:00.001+05:30

Hero motocorp symbol

Hero motocorp have recently launched 3 new motorcycles. Namely 110cc Passion X-PRO, 125cc Ignitor and 110cc Maestro scooter. All these bikes will use honda engine. The price of the 3 new bikes is not specified. They will release the price during the market launch.

Hero Passion X-PRO

Hero Passion X-PRO is powered by 110cc engine. The engine is based on that of Honda Twister. The bike delivers. This bike generates 9bhp of maximum power and 9N-m of peak torque.

Hero Ignitor

Ignitor is based on the Stunner by Honda which is present in the market. There is no difference in the engine performance, specs and all. Its like old wine in new bottle. Graphics, names are the only difference. Everything is same as that of Stunner.

Hero Maestro

Hero maestro share the same engine of the engine present in the Aviater and Activa. All the specifications are same as that of the scooter segment leading activa.

Overall the Hero Motocorp are trying hard to grab as much as customers possible. They also dont want to loose their 1st spot in the sales figure.