Bikers Blog

Mercedes Benz - A Car For The NxtGen?

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:35:00 +0000

You wouldn't have seen this car on the streets yet. A prototype by Mercedes shows a unique design which is definitely not for the 40+ part of the population with zero knowledge of video games or PC games, have a look on these pictures and decide yourself what's the perfect age group eligible to drive this amazing sedan!

Nothing special???
Now have a look on its interiors...

Neither steering wheel nor the pedals are present. The car has been designed to work only with a joy-stick!

Mahindra Rodeo - TV Commercial

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 21:36:00 +0000

Mahindra PowerScooters are on the roads...
Check out the 30 seconds video clip below, featuring Mahindra Rodeo:

- Both the Mahindra Rodeo & the Mahindra Duro are 125 cc gearless Power Scooters
with several class defining features

- The Mahindra Rodeo is priced at Rs. 41,299 (ex showroom Pune), while the
Mahindra Duro is priced at Rs. 38,299 (ex showroom Pune)

[Read complete details here]

- The scooters are looking tiny to be called as 'boys toys', but do you think they are too 'girly' or are 'unisexual' just as shown in the commercial? #ShareYourViews

For Your Unexpected Auto Financial Needs...

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 05:10:00 +0000

Tough times do not warn before coming. And along with the inconvenience of repairing your vehicle, something that certainly adds to the tension is the sudden financial requirements. But if you are a US citizen, then it is no more a problem to arrange all the unexpected financial needs at the click of a mouse. Payday Advance (PayDayOne) is a US based company, subsidiary of ThinkCash, Inc. with offices in Delaware, Nevada and Texas. At PayDayOne, you simply have to fill a form online in a safe and secure way. Upon approval of the form, within a day your account will be electronically credited with the amount you requested.
Requirements to get your loan approved:
You need a job or proven source of income, email address, verifiable phone, checking account in good standing, and you must be at least 18 years of age.

So here are the three simple steps to get your loan quickly online:

Benefits of taking loans from PayDayOne:
- No faxing or waiting in lines
- Great Rate Guarantee
- Secure online loan application
- Apply 24/7 from home or work
- Low credit scores are no problem

Pulsar 220 vs Yamaha Fazer vs Apache RTR 180

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 17:46:00 +0000

All these three bikes are the upper segment sporty and in the same price range. Although Yamaha is yet to unveil its new bike rumored to be the fastest Indian bike (defeating the present fastest Indian bike - Bajaj Pulsar 220cc DTSi). Compare the features below, and to print / store these details on your PC, you may download this Microsoft .xls (excel) sheet.

So which one are you planning to buy?

Gears & Gadgets : Do You Bid To Shop?

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 09:45:00 +0000

Bidding is not always paying more than others. The auctions at Rockybid are completely different from the usual auctions. Rather than paying more than the actual price of the product, at the end of the auction you may get the product with as much as 99% discount.
The launch of the website was reported by both Reuters and RedOrbit.

So what's new in their bidding method? Read on...
It's simple:
Unlike e-Bay and other traditional auction sites, where bidding is free, on Rocky Bid you pay for bidding (just $0.75 per bid).
Why should I pay to bid?
Rockybid's auction strategy starts sale items off at $0 and sets a closing date and time for auctions. Each time a bid is placed, the price increases by just $0.01 or $0.15, depending on the auction, and 15 seconds are added to the auction countdown clock. The winner of the auction is the last person to bid when the timer reaches zero.
And what if I lose a bid?
Don't worry, you can use the value of the bids to pay the price of a future winning auction within 30 days
Any good products listed/sold by RockyBid?
Honda Hybrid was sold for $1.24 (given out publicly; video on website).
I.E Nintendo WII for $0.99, Playstation 3 for $1.39, ATv for $0.06. Recently a Gold Bullion was sold for around $120 (including delivery charges) which is worth $1100. So what are you waiting for, start bidding and bring all the products listed on your wish-list to your home.

Harley Davidson - Coming To India

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 11:15:00 +0000

Last month, Harley-Davidson Inc reported a slump in second-quarter net profit. To come out of the recession blues, Harley has decided to enter the world's second-largest market for bikes - India.

Officially reported by Reuters.

Rs.2500 - Rs.3000 Discount on Yamaha FZ 16 and FZ-S

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:59:00 +0000

No doubt, currently Yamaha-India's sales are almost at an all time high, and it has just added a booster to it.

If you are a student and are planning to buy Yamaha FZ-16 or FZ-S, then you will straight away get a flat discount of Rs.3000

And that's not all, if you are already an owner of any Yamaha bike then simply refer your friends to buy FZ-16 or FZ-S and save Rs. 2500 for your friend and get reward of Rs. 500 for being a loyal customer of Yamaha on every purchase.

Now, Look the same offer in these words:

If you are planning to buy a new Yamaha FZ-16 or FZ-S, then find someone who is already an owner of ANY Yamaha bike (you will find hundreds and thousands of them in your college/office or social networking sites like orkut or online forums like mouthshut.com), and ask them to be your referrer. They will get Rs.500 from Yamaha and you will get Rs.2500 discount on your new bike :)

And remember Offer is valid till 31st August 09

Rs.3000 discount to students.

Rs.2500 discount to referrals.

Bikes Cars and Insurance

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 14:51:00 +0000

Whether you are new to driving or an expert driver, you cannot avoid getting dents and scratches on your vehicle. And in case of any accident, one thing that pains as much as a physical injury is the cost of repair. And this is exactly where you will get the benefit of auto-insurance. Nowadays claiming your insurance isn't as difficult as it was a few years back. The insurance agents get their own commissions when you claim your insurance, so you can easily expect anywhere between 85-95% reimbursement for the steel parts and around 40-60% reimbursement for the plastic parts. But you must compare different insurance agencies before you select the perfect one for you.
In many countries motorists are classified as high risk for violation of traffic laws or if they are new to driving such as teenagers. Being placed or categorized under these classifications can result in high premium rates for insured motorists that they should not be entitled to. Like most of the people if you are planning to start driving during your student life, then to avoid high risk car (or bike) insurance you must read auto insurance FAQ's and also remember to compare different insurance companies and their schemes before you select the perfect plan for you.

Image credits: insurancetraders.com

Yamaha Fazer - FZ Series Revolutionized

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:43:00 +0000

Yamaha Fazer, inspired by the best performed bikes from Yamaha - FZ 16 and FZ-S, is the new refined FZ product from Yamaha-India. Heads will start turning with it's triple macho design concept.
Technically the bike is not so different from either FZ 16 or FZ S, but Yamaha has certainly corrected the weak point of it's previous releases; the front look. So just have a quick look on these images and pick the right color for yourself.

Vital Motion - For All Your Car Needs

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 20:52:00 +0000

Whether you want to buy a car, insure it, maintain it or if you want to sell it, you have to look at many aspects. Doing all this without proper guidance is definitely not recommended. And specially when the complete Internet is at your service, then you must not buy, insure or sell your car without reading at least a dozen reviews.
Today I found an interesting website - Vital Motion, a rapidly growing site with reviews of latest cars, important tips on car safety, parts, emergencies, maintenance, car rentals, car insurance tips, reselling etc. (in short - everything you need to know about your car). The website has been neatly categorized, and is easy to navigate according to the categories, which are listed at the top of the website.
At Vital Motion, you'll find reviews of all the latest cars from the big brands like Audi, BMW, Bentley, Volkswagen, Cadillac and many more. You will also find many car driving safety tips, like how to drive during rain, how to mount a bike rack on your car, garage door safety etc. Under the category maintenance, presently they have articles like replacing your car’s fuel filter, how to rust-proof your car, how to replace your own air filter, how to make damaged wheels look new again, how to ship an automobile etc. And you'll also find many articles on various other important topics like myths about car insurance, how much car insurance you need, how to sell your car...so do give a visit to this website to know everything about cars !

Bajaj Pulsar 220cc (2009): Fastest Indian Bike Launched

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:16:00 +0000

Pulsar has done it again...

Whether it's the 'design and looks' or the technology, Bajaj Pulsar is ruling the Indian roads, with it's presence marked in all the major biking segments (150cc, 180cc, 200cc, 220cc).
After remaining silent for quite a few months, Bajaj is back with a real competitive product - the upgraded Bajaj Pulsar 220cc (2009) DTS-i at a challenging price of 70000/- INR (Ex-Showroom Delhi) - clearly it's a competitive price tag against the present 'Lord of the Streets' - Yamaha FZ 16 & FZ-S.

Specifications:

Engine	* Type - 4-Stroke, DTSi, air cooled * Displacement - 220cc * Max Power - 21.04 @ 8500 ps @ RPM * Max Torque - 19.12 @ 7000 Nm @ RP
Suspensions	* Front - Telescopic 130mm stroke * Rear - Nitrox, rear wheel travel 90mm
Brakes	* Front - 260mm Disc * Rear - 230 Disc
Tyres	* Front - 90/90 x 17 - Tubeless * Rear - 120/80 x 17 - Tubeless
Fuel Tank	* Total - 15 litres * 3.2 litres Reserve * 2.2 litres usable
Electricals	* System - 12 v full DC * Headlamp - Low - Projector lamp 55w, High - Ellipsodial lamp 55w
Dimensions	* Wheelbase - 1350 mm * Kerb Weight - 150kg

Available colours: Grey, blue, black and red

Along with the new Pulsar 220cc, Bajaj has plans to introduce two new bikes this year. Addressing a press conference, Bajaj Auto CEO (two-wheelers) S. Sridhar said:

We have been continuously evolving our Pulsar range to provide our customers state-of-the-art products with unmatched performance and technology.

Bajaj Auto also unveiled more fuel-efficient engine series equipped with new breakthrough technology called DTS-Si version 2.0 that incorporates five major innovations. “This makes it the most fuel-efficient engine not only in India but also in the world. The first product powered by this technology will be launched next month,” said Mr. Sridhar.

Check out the official Bajaj Pulsar 220 - The Fastest Indian Website.

Bicycles From National Cycles

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:42:00 +0000

Motorcycles and cars are no doubt making our lives more convenient and easier. But at the same time they are making us lazy too.

So the better alternatives to these motor-vehicles are of course walking and cycling. Cycling unlike walking not only burns your extra calories, but being obviously faster than walking, it can make your family happy too (if you don't mind carrying a couple of grocery items on your bike).
Cycling has lots of benefits for you, right from your general health you can improve your heart, lower your weight and it can even improve your mood too, you just need to get the right bike for yourself.
Cycles with their simple designs, are generally easy to learn and maintain. But that doesn't mean that you do not have more options to select from, while buying a bike.
One sincere advice that I would like to give to all my readers is to avoid purchasing the costly exercise cycles, and better go for a simple bicycle. Remember that, you don't have to compromise on anything if you choose a simple cycle over an exercise cycle, rather you'll get many more extra health benefits. Simply keep on reading this article to know more about cycle-accessories which will redefine your cycling experience.
National Cycles (based in UK) has a good collection of bikes, ranging from road bikes, children's bikes, women bikes to the sporty mountain bikes, jump bikes, folding bikes, BMX bikes and even electric and hybrid bikes. If you are an adventure lover like me, then you must have a look on the sporty mountain bikes. And in case exercising and bringing daily stuff is what all you are planning to do with your bike, then you may simply go with the road bikes (you will have a number of stylish and sporty options here too).

And as I have promised, here's a complete list of cycle-accessories from National Cycles. These accessories include bells, horns, tyres, tubes, bicycle attire, carriers, seats, saddles and even many computerized accessories which will help you to find out how many miles you have traveled and at what speed are you traveling !
So quickly visit the site to select the right bike for you !

An Innovative Concept Of Garage !

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 00:53:00 +0000

Things can be so simple...but costly too !

TTXGP - First Zero Emissoins Grand Prix !

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:52:00 +0000

What's the first image that forms in your mind, when we call it eco-friendly or a zero-emissions bike? After seeing so many zero-emissions bike models, you would be thinking of a light weight thin and sleek motorcycle, but just have a look on the picture below.

It has got all the macho looks and is ready for the next Grand Prix (starting from 12th June, 2009).

TTXGP is the world's first zero carbon, clean emission grand prix. Held on June 12th 2009 during the Isle of Man TT on the prestigious Mountain Course, the event promises to be the start of great change as we step into the future. 19 bikes from 17 teams, travelling from 6 different countries, will tackle one of the most challenging circuits in the world. This is a race designed to stretch the cutting edge of technology, married with the excitement and speed of open competition, and an ultimate goal of providing alternative, greener transport.

Details at TTXGP.com

Kawasaki Planning to Design Bikes For The Night Riders

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:35:00 +0000

Riding a motorcycle at night is of course not safe, and specially if you are new to biking, then you must avoid driving at night.
But now Kawasaki is coming up with a new technology to make your night riding a better experience.
Kawasaki has developed its own infra-red night vision technology, giving riders a view beyond the range of the bike's conventional headlights. A pair of infra-red cameras are mounted behind the bike's rear-view mirrors, picking out images even in pitch darkness, these work together like a pair of eyes to give a stereoscopic view to the bike's on-board computer. These cameras calculate the distance between the bike and the objects in the front, which is displayed through a LCD screen to the rider.
The technology is of course not new and has already been used in the high end versions of BMW and Mercedes.
You may read the details of this forecoming bike at GizMag.org [source]

Gears & Gadgets |Portable Canopy Huts and Sheds|

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 18:48:00 +0000

Adventurous trips become more amazing and thrilling when you take your own transport along with you. Of course that doesn't mean your luxury sedan car but definitely a heavy Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV).
But if your trip includes camping and trekking, then finding perfect parking places for your vehicles especially in rough weather, may become a problem for you.
To solve these problems, here's a perfect solution for you. CanopyHut provides portable carports, Garage Screens and other general canopies for you, your family and even for your pets.
The website has a number of products well categorized according to their type and price. You can select from any of these categories: Canopy Sheds, Portable Garages, Carports, Canopies, Canopy Accessories, Replacement Covers, Canopy Pop-ups, Custom Orders, Dog Kennels, Portable Horse Shelters, Garage Screens, Umbrellas. According to the size of tents and the comfort levels the prices start from as low as around $50 and are available for even $1500+.
You may even directly select and send any product from their website to your near & dears, through their gift certificates.

And that's not all, their product range covers party tents, portable buildings, disaster relief tents (can be used in case of natural disasters like hurricane, earth quakes etc.), boat covers and many more types of portable tents. So whether you are planning an amazing adventurous trip, camping tour or may be simply a picnic, you must visit and bookmark this website which can really make your trips more comfortable, tension-free and of course unforgettable.

Mahindra & Mahindra To Launch 100cc 125cc & 150cc Motorcycles Soon

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Sun, 03 May 2009 14:37:00 +0000

Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M), which recently bought Kinetic Motors in 2008, has announced that it will enter in all the popular Indian two-wheeler segments market soon.
Presently with only 2 popular four wheeler models viz. Scorpio and Xylo (and less popular Renault Logan and Bolero), this seems to be a wise decision.
The company is expected to unveil its models in the 100cc, 125cc and 150cc motorcycle segments, and also in the ungeared low and high-powered scooter segments.

Anand Mahindra, vice-chairman and managing director, M&M, has been quoted as saying, "Our two-wheeler project is complete; we have already begun marketing the fleet in Bangalore."
The company is expected to unveil models in the 100cc, 125cc and 150cc motorcycle segments, and also in the ungeared low and high-powered scooter segments.
M&M will use the technical expertise of Engines Engineering to develop small yet powerful and fuel-efficient engines for motorcycles. The company is said to be working on a 650cc-750cc petro-fired engine, with Engines Engineering.

Hummer Going Green (Hybrid 2009)

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Sat, 02 May 2009 10:53:00 +0000

Raser Technologies (recently added to NYSE-listed companies) which has been building electric motors and developing geothermal electric plants since 2003 is converting these heavy-weight SUVs into a range-extended electric vehicle good for 100 mpg and a range of 40 miles.
Higginson, chairman of Raser Technologies Inc. was at the New York Stock Exchange in New York Friday to display a hybrid version of the Hummer H3, the General Motors Corp.
Hummer well known for it's low fuel efficient engine, is promised to improve by many fold by this new technology. The hybrid Hummer is propelled by an electric motor, built by Raser, which is connected to a four-speed automatic transmission. Power comes from a Raser-built generator that is recharged by a gasoline engine.
With a 90 mph top speed, off-road capability and a lithium ion-battery that's rechargeable in as little as three hours, the SUV is ready to give mileage of more than 100 miles (161 kilometers) per gallon when driven as much as 40 miles a day and can travel 40 miles on electrical power alone. While a 2008 Hummer H3 gets 14 MPG in the city and 18 MPG on the highway, according to the Environmental Protection Agency.
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, who owns two Hummers converted to run on hydrogen and biofuels, praised the vehicle at the SAE International World Congress last month, the Detroit News reported.
Although officially not declared, but according to a car-buying Web site Edmunds.com, hybrid Hummer would likely cost about $12,000 to $15,000 more than a gasoline-only model, which has an average listing price of about $33,000.

[via DesertNews]

Mercedes Benz In White Gold !

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 21:08:00 +0000

Now this is what is called Truly Metallic !

NIBO Dual-Torch Lighter With Compass From BudgetGadgets

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 22:07:00 +0000

Bikers generally do like adventurous trips, outdoor camping and trekking. And if you are too interested in long drives on your bike, then here's a useful tiny and sporty gadget for you. Nibo dual torch lighter looks extremely sporty, smaller than your cell-phone (dimensions: 2.75"x1.75") and comes with an in built compass (just to keep you on the right path :)
The lighter comes in a stylish mesh-tin box, with a small manual (Multi-language). It has an automatic cap function - perfect to impress your friends. The double-laser flame is fully adjustable (through a screw present at the bottom) and has a universal refilling valve for easy refilling (explained along with pictures in the manual).
The lighter is easy to use with just one hand. A push button on the side of the lighter, flips the lid back, and a blue consistent "jet flame" is produced when the silver plastic igniter is pressed. Whether you need it for a campfire, to ignite a stove or just to impress your friends at parties, it's the perfect lighter you can find. At less than $10, you may gift it to your dear ones too.

You can buy the lighter from BudgetGadgets.com, which is priced at $8.69 for one piece, while they offer discounts if you require more...
And that's not all, you get an ADDITIONAL 5% discount too:
Coupon Code: DM5OFF8 [Only for the readers of Bikers Blog]
And to add to that, Shipping is completely FREE too. [BudgetGadgets-FAQ]

Pros:
Pocketable size
Inexpensive and reliable lighter
Included neck lanyard
Adjustable flame
Water and wind resistant

Cons:
None

Yamaha FZ-S 150cc - 2009

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 18:43:00 +0000

After a successful launch and marketing of Yamaha FZ-16 last year, now Yamaha-Motor has felt and seen the potential of Indian automobile market. The company not only enjoyed the overwhelming response it got for it's macho bike in the India's favorite segment - 150cc, but it has also looked carefully for features lacking in it's present model and tried to improve it to meet the expectations of Indian youth, and recently launched the the new improved Street Fighter - Yamaha FZ-S. The FZ-S Bike is launched in two attractive colors: Yellow Streak and Silver Tech.

In the words of Mr. Y. Tsuji, CEO & Managing Director, India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd.:

Yamaha has set forward on a journey where each and every product of ours will set a benchmark in the market with its technological superiority, quality & manufacturing excellence and style quotient. The arrival of this new variant FZ-S is a clear illustration of how the market has responded to FZ 16. Our strategic intent is to provide customers with stylish variant to suite his fashion statement and personality.

The bike is a more stylized version that comes with an aerodynamically chiseled windshield, a more aggressively styled headlight design and a carbon-fibre replica instrument console along with new color schemes and sporty graphics. The bike has been priced Rs.2000 higher than it's previous version, at Rs.67,000 (ex-showroom - Delhi).

Accord vs Corolla vs City vs Swift D'Zire vs Jetta - Price, Engine, Power, Torque

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Sat, 27 Dec 2008 10:29:00 +0000

If you want to compare between Toyota Corolla Altis, Honda Accord, Honda City, Maruti Suzuki Swift D'Zire and Volkswagen Jetta on the basis of Engine, Power, Torque and of course Price, then click on the image below to enlarge.

And you can download it as an excel sheet from [Here]

Gears And Gadets - Cabestan Winch Tourbillion Vertical watch

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 16:15:00 +0000

Wow - It's the first word, I thought of when I saw it's picture. If you think only bikes look good, when they show their parts, then see this watch...

Brainchild of Vianney Halter and the engineering masterpiece of the DMC Group's Jean-François Ruchonnet.
With 1,352 components working together in masterful horological precision [you can see how the parts are working within the watch], driven by a 450 link chain and nickel silver drums. At a price tag of $275,000 to afford the base model, you can add some more to get it slathered in platinum and diamonds at $400,000. Or may be you would like to go for a Merc Benz or a Ferrari.

There are a number of skins available (made of gold and other precious metals) other than the one displayed in the images.

So finally, if are hesitating to buy it like me, then just visit their homepage [Cabestan] to see a lot of information regarding the watch and the parts individually.

Gears And Gadets - Fastrack Eye And Wrist gears

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:45:00 +0000

While the products from Fastrack are so famous in India, but I must say that the Fastrack website, is quite messy and takes a lot a of time to load, moreover the products listing is also done in a very bad way !
I hope they will work on it...
Anyways here are some of the products from fastrack that you may like to wear on, while you are riding your bike.

And if you want any wrist watch from Fastrack, then it is better to take it before 31st December, as they are presently giving a 20-50% off on 60 variants.
This Fastrack offer is available across India, at all World of Titan Stores, Large format stores, Fastrack kiosks in major malls, and leading multi-brand watch outlets. But of course prices (post-discount) are starting from Rs. 555.

Rs 1095	Rs 1495	Rs 1495

Rs 1695	Rs 1995	Rs 1995

Rs 2195	Rs 2395	Rs 2595

Gears And Gadets - Wrist Watches

bloggerstop.net@gmail.com (Divya Sai) — Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:07:00 +0000

While talking about watches, almost the most famous brand across India is of course Titan from Tata.
As you know, that there are many variants available in Titan, but for biking purposes, I would prefer:
Titan Octane

And, Titan WWF Collection