7 150 cc Hero Honda Hunk website is up now..!!

Website of Hero Honda Hunk is up now.. Tech Specs and Prices revealed

Hero Honda has lunched the website for its latest 150 cc motorcycle, the "Hunk"..



Right now the website for the Hunk contains the Complete Technical Spefications, Ex-Showroom Prices of the Hunk in the metroes and two Teaser TV Comercials..

The following two pictures are the screen shots of the intro to the website. From the pics the Hunk definitely looks like an attractive package. Hero Honda has been quite infamous for its "sticker jobs" and thankfully the Hunk isn't just another "Sticker Job" fom Hero Honda.

In fact apart from the raised 3D "Hunk" logo on the tank extensions there isn't any sticker on the bike except maybe for the Hero Honda Sticker at the tail piece and one "GRS" found on the side panel of the Hunk.



The GRS is a fancy acronym for "Gas Reservoir Suspension" which is nothing but Hero Honda speak for the Gas Filled Rear Shock Absorbers. There is in fact nothing revolutionary about it as Hero Honda claims because the Royal Enfield Bullet, Bajaj Pulsar and the TVS Apache RTR got it much earlier than the Hunk.

Nevertheless, the Hunk is the first bike from Hero Honda to sport the Gas Filled Rear Shocks.



One also gets a glimpse of the headlamp of the Hunk. The headlamp evokes mixed feelings and one is left thinking that it could been designed as aggressively as the rest of the body.



Prices:


Hero Honda Hunk: (Ex-Showroom)

Pune: 55,530/57,550 (Kick/Self)

Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme: (Ex-Showroom)

Pune: 56,034/58,054 (Kick/Self)

Technical Specifications:

A comparision of the Tech specs of the "Hunk" and the "CBZ Xtreme" reveals that they are probably Old Wine (the engine) in a New Bottle (the new body of the Hunk).

Except the styling, I had earlier found the CBZ xtreme an extremely good bike. Now with an attractively styled bike, Hero Honda has at last come out with a good looking bike after the Original CBZ and the Karizma.




Hero Honda Hunk

Engine:

Type: Air Cooled 4 Cilinder
Displacement: 149.2 cc
Max Power: 10.6 kW (14.4 Ps) @ 8500 RPM
Max Torque: 12.80 Nm @ 6500 RPM
Bore X Stroke: 57.3 X 57.8
Compression Ration: 9.1:1
Carburetor: CV Type
Starting: Kick/Self

Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme

Engine:

Type: Air Cooled 4 Cilinder
Displacement: 149.2 cc
Max Power: 10.6 kW (14.4 Ps) @ 8500 RPM
Max Torque: 12.80 Nm @ 6500 RPM
Bore X Stroke: 57.3 X 57.8
Compression Ration: 9.1:1
Carburetor: CV Type
Starting: Kick/Self

Hero Honda Hunk

Dimensions

Length: 2080 mm
Width: 765 mm
Height: 1095 mm
Wheelbase: 1325 mm
Ground Clearance: 145 mm

Weight:

Kick: 143 Kg
Self Start: 146 Kg

Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme

Dimensions

Length: 2080 mm
Width: 765 mm
Height: 1145 mm
Wheelbase: 1325 mm
Ground Clearance: 145 mm

Weight:

Kick: 141 Kg
Self Start: 143 Kg

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Disclaimer:

This is to remind that the Views or Opinions in the blog are entirely mine unless explicitly stated. The Views and Opinions published in this blog should in no way be related to any other person or organization associated -- directly or indirectly -- with me.

6 Storage Space on the Fuel Tank of the 125 cc TVS Flame..!!

Pics of the unique storage space on the Fuel Tank of the 125 cc TVS Flame..

The 125 cc TVS Flame (yet to be launched ) has a pretty unique feature. There is a lockable compartment located on the top of the Fuel Tank. It is the first Indian bike to have incorporated such a feature. The ignition key now functions the triple role of switching the bike on/off, locking the front forks and also locking/unlocking the compartment on the tank.



As can be seen from the pics posted, the space provided is just enough to keep two cans of carbonated drinks (did you by any chance think beer..?? Never mix beer/alcohol with riding)..

Well I am not exactly sure that anyone is going to use the space for keep cool drinks (since refrigeration isn't provided).. but surely the space can come handy in storing a few knick-knacks along with the registration/insurance papers and maybe riding gloves as well.



Nifty little feature I would say. But it also means that the lockable space has compromised the amount of fuel that goes in the tank. Even though the tank looks big, it can only hold a maximum of 10 litres (including 2 lts of reserve) of fuel. Which at present, probably is the least fuel that goes in any Indian bike.

But unless you plan to go on long trips, 10 litres should be enough for day-to-day city use.




In these days where new stickers on existing models are hailed as "All New" offerings, the TVS Flame comes out as one of the most exciting bike to have emerged from the TVS stables. The bike is slated for a probable Nov/Dec launch.

Did someone say New Delhi Auto Expo, January 2008..??



Pics Source:

• First Two: IBN-LIVE.COM


• Last one: AutocarIndia.Com

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This is to remind that the Views or Opinions in the blog are entirely mine unless explicitly stated. The Views and Opinions published in this blog should in no way be related to any other person or organization associated -- directly or indirectly -- with me.

2 TVS "Star" Pariwaar..!! TVS launches its 110 cc Star City with CVTI Engine [Pics/Photos/Images]

TVS launches its new 110 cc CVTI Engine, Star City.. to join the Star Sport and the Star

TVS has launched its Star City with a new 110 cc CVTI Engine. It replaces the earlier 100 cc Star City. The details and Pics of the new Star City has been uploaded on the TVS Website.



New 110 cc CVTI Engine

According to TVS, the CVTI stands for Charge Motion Variable Timing Intelligent engine. The CVTI technology is based on the principle of "Swirl and Tumble Induction".


So what is this “Swirl” and “Tumble”.

In very simple words, when the air-fuel mixture enters the combustion chamber, the combustion will be more complete if there is turbulence. Turbulence is created in the engine of the Star City by making the air-fuel mixture “Swirl” horizontally like a merry go round.


The Bajaj XCD DTS-Si also incorporates the same “Swirl” feature but the new Star City also makes the air-fuel mixture “Tumble”, i.e rotate vertically while filling up the cylinder.

This helps in uniform mixing of fuel and air to ensure efficient combustion for superior fuel economy and reduced emission.

Features on the New 110 cc TVS Star City

The new Star City retains the electric start from the earlier 100 cc star City. It also features a new set of graphics which has the "leaping horse" from the TVS logo on its tank. The rear shocks are two way adjustable and the speedometer assembly has a blue backlit display.

Colors available for the 110 cc TVS Star City.. Blue and Red.

The 110 cc CVTI Star City is available in three trims of options to choose between Spoked and Alloy wheels and only Kick Start and Electric Start..

Other "Star" Siblings from TVS Stables..

The TVS 100 cc Star Sport



Colors of the Star Sport..
Blue, Black and Silver


The rustic cousin, the 100 cc TVS Star..

Technical Spefications of both the TVS Star and the TVS Star Sport are same..

The Technical Specifications of the 110 cc TVS Star City and 100 cc TVS Star Sport are..

Technical Specifications Star City Star Sport Engine Type 4 Stroke, Air Cooled 4 Stroke, Air Cooled Number of cylinders 1 1 Bore X Stroke 53.5 mm X 48.8 mm 51.0 x 48.8 Engine Displacement 109.7 cc 99.7 cc Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.15:1 Max. Net Power 6.1 kW (8.1 Bhp) @ 7500 rpm 5.50 kW (7.5 bhp) @ 7500 rpm Max. Net Torque 8.1 Nm @ 5000 rpm 7.5 Nm @ 5000 rpm Clutch Wet, Multi-Plate Wet, Multi-Plate Transmission 4 speed, constant mesh 4 speed, constant mesh Chasis Type Single cradle, tubular Single cradle, tubular Front Suspension Telescopic Forks, 105mm Stroke Telescopic Forks, 110mm Stroke Rear Suspension Hydraulic, Co-axial spring, Triple rated, 2 way adjustable Hydraulic, 5 way adjustable Front Brake 130mm Drum 130mm Drum

Rear Brake 130mm Drum 130mm Drum Front Tyre 2.75 X18 tyre 2.75 X18 tyre Rear Tyre 3.00 X18 tyre 3.00 X18 tyre Fuel Tank 16 litres 12 litres Fuel Reserve 2.5 litres 2 litres Electricals Ignition System VTi with high energy ignition system A/C Digital CDI Head Lamp 12 V; 35/35 W 12 V; 35/35 W Tail Lamp 12 V; 35/10 W 12 V; 5/21 W Turn Signal Lamp 12 V; 10/10 W 12 V; 10/10 W Dimensions Length 2005mm 2005mm Wheel Base 1250mm 1250mm Ground Clearance 165mm 165mm Weight Spoke/Kick start 110 kg Alloy/Kick Start 99 kg

Spoke/Electric start 113 kg Alloy/Electric start 115 kg

Pics and Tech Specs source: TVS Motor Website

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0 30 BHP, 250 cc, Twin Cylinder Bikes are for Ladies..!!

Got yourself a "150/160/180/200/220/223" cc bike..?? Consider yourself "Definitely Male" Eh..?? Think again..

Yes, you have heard it right. In developed countries, 250 and lesser cc bikes are considered as beginner's bikes, ones that are fit for learners.

Even the 30 bhp, 250 cc Kawasaki Ninja is being promoted like our own Hero Honda "Why should Boys have all the Fun" Pleasure Scooter. The photo of a lady bending over the Ninja250R has been taken from the Ninja 250R link from the Kawasaki Website..!!

Kawasaki Ninja 250R, for beginners

Ouch..!! Did that hurt your "Definitely Male" ego..?? Maybe you were under the impression that riding a 150-220 cc cc bike certifies you as a "Hunk" on two wheels "Breaking Newton's Laws of Motions"..??

Well then, here is the rude wake up call for all such (including your's truly) MCP's (Motorcycling Chauvinist Piglets).. Even the Pulsar 220's and Karizma's will be considered nothing more than commuter bikes in the developed countries. As for the 100-125 cc bikes, they will probably be passed off as "Glorified lawnmower engines" on two wheels.

Kawasaki Ninja 250R at the Paris Motor Show

But nevermind, "East is after all East..!!" Also very soon our Rich "desi" kids will get a taste of the like's of the 1000 cc Yamaha R1's right here in India.

As for "beginner bikers" like me, just give me the Kawasaki Ninja 250R for around 1.75-2.00 Lakhs. I promise I won't mind being labelled as a "Sissy" on two wheels..!!

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15 I’d rather ride a 250-400 cc slowly through a pothole, than “Day Dream” of riding the R1 on the Golden Quadrilateral..!!

Yamaha, Honda and Suzuki might bring in their big bikes in India soon.. good times ahead "for my kids".. amen

Yamaha India has made public its plans to bring in its MT01 and R1 by this year-end. Not to be undone, both Honda and Suzuki have also announced that they are also looking at the feasibility of getting their big bikes for India.

Great..!! Isn’t it..??
A testimony to “India Shining”, Right..??


Superbikes..?? Hmmm.. for whom..??

I have to get married, buy a house, have kids, save for their education, buy a car and save for my retirement..!! From where the hell can I afford the 10 lakh needed for the R1..??

These 600-1000 cc beasts will most certainly be brought in as CBU’s (Completely Built Units) or in simple parlance, as direct imports. Which means that, anyone willing to sign his/her checkbook for these exotic beasts will probably end up with around a million (10 Lakh) Rupees lighter bank balance.

Among the 1 billion plus Indians, there should definitely be at least a few hundred prospective Richie Rich types who are grinning from ear to ear in anticipation..

So in order to afford that kind of money you either got to have a rich dad or a rich kid yourself. And unfortunately I don’t seem to fit in either of the categories. Moreover I have to get married, buy a house, have kids, save for their education, buy a car and save for my retirement..!! From where the hell can I afford the 10 lakh needed for the R1..??

But maybe, just maybe.. I could give the Maruti Alto a miss and plump in for a 2-3 lakh 250-400 cc “twin” if somebody promises me one in the next 2-3 years.



Superbikes..?? Hmmm.. Why??

Why..?? It will boost the image of these Japanese brands in India. And hopefully push the sales of their tiddler 100-150 cc bikes.

These speed demons need smooth roads like (as once quoted by Mr. Laloo P. Yadav) the cheeks of Hema Malini (at her prime mind you..!!)

Well, there is absolutely no dispute that the Japanese are the “Mai Baap” in the motorcycle business worldwide. And like most kids, I too have grown up by hanging posters of Japanese Super bikes on my bedroom wall. Even if the Japs decide not to bring in these speed monsters, I can still safely say that most kids would still religiously continue to hang these posters on their bedroom wall (I have grown out of it).

Honda Hornet 250

Better still, if I could get a 250 cc Honda Hornet/2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R in my garage before I hit 35 (right not I am pushing 30), it would fulfill my childhood dreams quite well. Thank you..!!

2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R

Superbikes..?? Hmmm.. Where??

Moreover, the road conditions along with the traffic-infested roads of most Indian cities aren’t suited for 1000 cc bikes. These speed demons need smooth roads like (as once quoted by Mr. Laloo P. Yadav) the cheeks of Hema Malini (at her prime mind you..!!) and not ones filled with potholes, cows, dogs and as Mr. John Abraham could tell you better, the friendly neighborhood bicyclist.

Riding a 1000 cc bike is no child’s play. A 1000 cc bike cannot be someone’s first bike. Even for a 100 cc rider, graduating to something like the Karizma or the Pulsar 220 isn’t exactly easy. In some western countries, one has to qualify to ride a higher cc bike and he/she needs to have prior experience of riding less powerful bikes. But where are such laws in India..??



Shouldn’t a 250 – 400 cc bike come first..??

Maybe I should make enough moolah so that I might be able to borrow my son’s/daughter’s 1000 cc bike for an occasional ride in my grand old days..!!

Logically thinking, that should be the normal progression. The best that we have got right now is the 223 cc Hero Honda Karizma and the Bajaj Pulsar 220. Agreed that these models still don’t do big numbers like the 100-150 cc bikes, but at least there is a healthy demand for these bikes now.

Considering I already ride a Pulsar 220, I think a 250-400 cc twin would be perfect for me in another two years..!!



A blogger calling himself Rearset says, “I'd rather ride an R1 slowly through a pothole than not ride one at all...”

I would like to say, “I’d rather ride a 250-400 cc slowly through a pothole, than “Day Dream” of riding the R1 on the Golden Quadrilateral..!!”

On second thoughts maybe I should make enough moolah so that I might be able to borrow my son’s/daughter’s 1000 cc bike for an occasional ride in my grand old days..!!

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Disclaimer:

This is to remind that the Views or Opinions in the blog are entirely mine unless explicitly stated. The Views and Opinions published in this blog should in no way be related to any other person or organization associated -- directly or indirectly -- with me.