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Yamaha YZF-R15 V2.0

Yamaha YZF-R15 V2.0

Have you ever heard a legend being launched, well Yamaha has done that with their legendary R15. Since the day it’s been launched it has won heart of every biker in India. It’s a combination of pure racing DNA, stunning looks and sharp pricing. A lot has been written about this motorcycle and internet is full of reviews and praises about this motorcycle. But I must say that it’s not only a treat to the eyes but a sheer performer no matter where you ride it… on a track or in the street. It’s a must in every biker’s garage.

Technical Specifications Yamaha YZF-R15 V2.0

Engine

Engine:                                                Liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 4-valve

Cylinder arrangement:                           Single cylinder

Displacement:                                      149.8cc

Bore & Stroke:                                     57 × 58.7mm

Compression ratio:                                10.4:1

Maximum power:                                 17PS/ 8,500rpm

Maximum torque:                                 15N.m / 7,500rpmm

Starting system:                                    Electric start

Lubrication:                                          wet sump

Fuel tank capacity:                                12 liters

Fuel supply system:                               Fuel Injection

Ignition system:                                    T.C.I

Primary / Secondary reduction ratio:       3.042 / 3.133

Clutch type:                                          Wet Multiple-disc

Transmission type:                                Return type 6-speed

Gear ratios:   

1st=2.833, 2nd＝1.875, 3rd=1.364,

4th=1.143, 5th=0.957, 6th=0.84

Chassis

Frame type:                                          Delta box

Caster / Trail:                                       26° / 98mm

Tire size (Front / Rear):                         90/80-17 / 130/70-R17

Brake type (Front / Rear):                     Hydraulic, single disc (Front / Rear)

Suspension type (Front / Rear):             Telescopic / Linked type Monocross

Headlight:                                            Lo beam12V/35W X1, Hi beam12V/35W X2

Battery:                                                           12V, 3.5Ah (10H)

Dimensions

Overall length x width x height:              1,970mm x 670mm × 1,070mm

Seat height:                                          800mm

Wheelbase:                                          1,345mm

Minimum ground clearance:                  160mm

Kerb weight:                                        136Kg

(Technical Specification curtsey Yamaha Official website)

Honda CBR 150R

Honda CBR 150R

Newly launched and yet to prove its mettle, it’s said to be a challenger for the legendary Yamaha R15. Pegged against the destructible R15 it has a hell of a task ahead of it. But we all must know that Honda are known for their superior engineering and flawless products and I am sure this one is going to be no exception. Honda CBR 150R with its flawless performance, power and an Rs 1,17,385 ex-showroom, Delhi price is going make a waves in the 150cc segment and will prove its mettle like the Honda CBR 250R which is one of the hottest selling 250cc motorcycles in India. 

Technical Specifications Honda CBR 150R

Engine

Engine:                                    4 stroke single cylinder    

Displacement:                          149.4cc              

Maximum Torque:                     18 Bhp @ 10500 rpm      

Maximum Power:                     16 Nm @ 8500 rpm        

Clutch:                                     Wet MultipleDisc           

Gear Box:                                6           

Brakes:                                    Front 276mm Disc, Rear220mm Disc      

Suspension:                              Front Telescopic Fork Rear MonoShock            

Starting:                                   Electric              

Wheelbase:                              1286mm             

Tyre Size:                                100/80-17 – 130/70-17 mm          

Wheel Type:                            Alloy     

Fuel Capacity:                          10          

Fuel Reserve:                           2           

Curb Weight:                            138 kg approx    

TVS Apache RTR 160 Fi

TVS Apache RTR 160 Fi

Apache RTR 160 Fi, an “Indian thoroughbred racing machine” is what I will call it. High on quality and performance quotient, it’s one of the best in the segment. Though a little more than a 150cc, but I feel this machine fits to be in the 150cc category because there is no other category till 200cc and its more close to the 150cc category. This motorcycle is now one of the flagship motorcycles in the TVS stable and has won hearts of many Indian bikers since its launch. It got the power and punch to match the R15 and CBR150R to a great extent. It got the speed, solid built and sharp price on its side and these are perfect ingredients to make this little beast a stunner on road and on track.

Technical Specifications Apache RTR 160 Fi

Engine

Engine:                                                 EFI. 4 STROKE

Displacement:                                       159.7

Compression Ratio:                                9.5:1

Maximum Power:                                  15.7BHP@8500

Maximum Torque:                                 13.1NM @ 8500

Starting :                                               Self/Kick

Wheel Base:                                         1300MM

Tyre Size:                                             Front 90x90-17, Rear 100x80-18

Wheel Type:                                         Alloy

Fuel Capacity:                                       16.0 Ltrs

Fuel Reserve:                                        1.5 Ltrs

Dimensions

Length:                                                 2020 MM

Height:                                                  1100 MM

Width;                                                  730 MM

Clearance:                                            180 MM

Curb Weight:                                         136 KGS

Brakes:                                                 FRONT DIA 270 DISC BREAK,

REAR DIA 200 DISC BREAK

Gear Box:                                             5 GEAR CONSTANT MESH

Hyosung GT250R and Hyosung GV250 Ready for India Launch

Hyosung GT 250R

2012 Hyosung GT250R

Hyosung and Garware Motors are all ready to launch their latest offering the GT 250R, and this is by far their most ambitious offering as they are expecting that it’s for sure going to boost their sales if everything went well and will change their fortunes. This is going to be a second inning of sort for the GT 250R in India though the first innings was as a naked V-Twin. This time it’s going to be a sport model identical to the GT650R. The meaning of GT is “Grand Tourer” and the R Stands for “Racer”. The claim here is that it’s a versatile motorcycle that can double as a sports motorcycle apart from being a Tourer.

2012 Hyosung GT250R Digital Console

Well Well Well…. now the Kawasaki Ninja 250R the big daddy of the 250cc segment around the world is already here, the most practical and affordable Honda CBR 250R is here and is selling like hot cakes, KTM Duke 200 had made a decent entry into the arena and the most awaited and I am sure one of the most ambitious motorcycle from the stable of Bajaj Auto, the Bajaj 200Ns is about to be launched, how will the Hyosung GT 250R going to fare amongst these.

2012 Hyosung GT250R

It’s going to be a very very tough outing for the GT250R and the price is going to play a vital role in the success or failure of the motorcycle. Along with that, Garware have to match the after sales services and wide spread dealership network of Bajaj and Honda. I am sure by Garware must have thought about it and they will do their best to tackle this as well. Though the exact specs are not known but below are some of the expected specs that GT250R sports around the world.

2012 Hyosung GT250R

Specifications GT250R

Engine    
Type:                                  Air / Oil cooled DOHC 8-valve 75° V-twin
Displacement:                     249cc
Bore x Stroke:                   57 x 48.8
Compression Ratio:            10.2 : 1
Fuel System:                      Fuel injection
Lubrication:                       Wet sump
Chassis    
Overall Length:                  82.28 inches
Overall Height:                   44.49 inches
Overall Width:                   27.56 inches
Whelel Base:                     56.5 inches
Seat Height:                      32.68 inches
Suspension
Front:                               41Ø Upside down Telescopic
Rear:                                Swing arm with Progressive linkage Hydraulic Mono shock absorber
                                       (Preload adjustable)
Tire      
Front:                              110/70 -17 / Rear: 150/70 -17
Fuel Tank Capacity:         4.5gal
Curb Weight:                   416lbs       
Transmission    
Clutch:                           Wet, Multiplate
Gear:                             Constant mesh 5-speed
Final Drive:                    Chain




2012 Hyosung GV250 Aquila

2012 Hyosung GV250 Aquila

Garware and ST motors are also planning to launch their cruiser the GV250 Aquila and it will be its second innings in India like the GT 250R. When it was launched  few years back by Kinetic it did well but at that time the Indian biking scenario was not that developed and people use to look at the price first and then at the other aspects of the motorcycle. But the things have changed now and Indian biking has come a long way and now the bikers are ready to spend a few lakhs on a motorcycle.

Hyosung GV250 Aquila

The GV 250 Aquila is going to be a full fledged cruiser with an Air/Oil cooled 75° V-twin DOHC, 4-valve per cylinder power plant and classic styling. It’s going to look like the ST 7 to a great extent in design and styling. Hyosung’s GV250 is known to deliver the same ride and feel that you expect from a full grown large displacement cruisers. I have ridden the old version of the Aquila that made a small foray in India market and it was good to ride with enough power and handled well. This time I expect things to be even better.

2012 Hyosung GV250 Aquila

The 2012 GV 250 will be equipped with an electronic fuel injection, better ride quality and reliability. The low seating and the retro styling like HD Fatboy can  make it an instant hit this time and there is no doubt that it can become a most preferred entry level cruiser in Indian market as no other company so far has a fully fledged real V-Twin engine cruiser in genuine custom cruiser styling. Of course pricing is again going to be the key to its success as Bajaj may launch their affordable cruiser the Avenger 220 Dtsi using the engine of the Pulsar 200NS.

Hyosung GV250 Aquila

Well now let’s come to the most important question asked in Indian market, the mileage, well it’s expected to deliver a mileage of around 30 Kmpl which is decent enough for a V-Twin cruiser. In every department it is a value for money if compared to any other cruiser in its class, at least on paper it is. The expected specs are as below but the real ones can only be known once the motorcycle is formally launched in India.

2012 Hyosung GV250 Aquila

Specifications GV250 Aquila

Engine    
Type:                               Air / Oil cooled DOHC 8-valve 75° V-twin
Displacement:                  249cc
Bore x Stroke:                 57 x 48.8
Compression:                  10.3 : 1
Fuel System:                    Fuel injection
Lubrication:                     Wet sump
Chassis      
Overall Length:                89.84 inches
Overall Height:                 43.15 inches
Overall Width:                 34.45 inches
Wheel Base:                    59.65 inches
Seat Height:                     27.95 inches
Suspension      
Front:                              Conventional Telescopic
Rear:                               Swing arm with Hyeraulic Double shock absorber (Preload adjustable)
Tire
Front:                             110/90 -16 
Rear:                              150/80 -15
Fuel Tank Capacity:        3.7ga;
Curb Weight:                  388lbs
Transmission    
Clutch:                            Wet, Multiplate
Gear:                              Constant Mesh 5-speed
Final Drive:                     Chain


My Suggestion to Hyosung.... Give these motorcycles sharp price and these are going to sell like hot cakes. 

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