15 Hero Honda Launches Passion Pro Power Start, Refreshed 2008 CBZ Xtreme (Photos,Pics) , Splendor NXG and Pleasure Scooter

Hero Honda launches the 3 refreshed motorcycles and 1 refreshed scooter just before the festival season 2008..

This post (and a few more in the coming days) is meant to chronicle the launch of motorcycle(s) in India between May-Oct 2008 (the period during which "The Bike Chronicles of India" was briefly inactive)..

Hero Honda had made an official statement that 12 new models would be launched in between mid 2008-2009. True to its words Hero Honda launched 4 new "Refreshed" models from its existing range of motorcycles. These new models are..

• CBZ Xtreme


• Passion Power Pro


• Splendor NXG


• Pleasure (Scooter)

Posted below are pics of the new 2008 CBZ Xtreme..



According to Economictimes,

"The company on Sunday (19'th Oct 2008) rolled out self start versions of 100cc bikes Passion, (Passion Pro Power Start) and Splendor NXG ; a refreshed new CBZ Xtreme (150 cc bike) and refreshed Pleasure (100 cc gearless scooter).

The 'Passion Pro Power Start' is priced starting at Rs 44,000 (ex-showroom Delhi) and the newlook Pleasure would be priced at Rs 36,950 (ex-showroom Delhi). The company has, however, not disclosed the prices of Splendor NXG self and the new CBZ Xtreme."

There are no Engine Upgrades in any of the models. The Passion Plus gets a new Electric Starter which is a welcome feature. But what do you guys think about the new "refreshed" stying of the "new" 2008 CBZ Xtreme..??

[Photos of the new 2008 CBZ Xtreme was taken from the Picasa Web Album.. but the photos have been removed from the Original source now..]

Related Posts:

• Hero Honda to launch 12 new bikes in 2008-(mid) 2009..!!



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• 150 cc Hero Honda Hunk preview; Tech Specs and Wallpapers [Pics/Photos/Images]



• Hero Honda Splendor NXG Test Ride/Review [Pics/Photos]

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.

44 Suzuki launches 150 cc GS150R in India..!! [Hi-Res. Pics/Photos]

Suzuki India launches it first 150 cc motorcycle in India.. the GS150R

This post (and a few more in the coming days) is meant to chronicle the launch of motorcycle(s) in India between May-Oct 2008 (the period during which "The Bike Chronicles of India" was briefly inactive)..

[Posted Below are Hi Res Photos of the GS150R..]

On 23'rd Oct. 2008, Suzuki launched its first 150 cc motorcycle for India, the GS150R. The following has been taken from Suzuki's press release for the GS150R..

"Armed with world’s first eco-mode-equipped engine rpm indicator, the new bike has a unique GSX-R-derived engine rpm indicator lights that provide indication to the rider about the optimum up-shift timing.

Moreover, sporty style headlight, with built-in positioning light inspired from Suzuki international super bike, GSX-R, gives GS150R a very distinct and muscular look.

The bike also boasts of a super sleek, streamlined aerodynamic shaped LED Tail Lamp and Integrated Rear Turn Signals based on GSX-R styling, which takes the style quotient to the next level."

So Whats' New in the New Suzuki GS150R..??

• 6 Gears


• "Engine rpm indicator lights" (as you must have read above)

Looks:

The GS150R actually is a proportionate and handsomely styled motorcycle. But don't get me wrong when I say that this design should probably have come 3-4 years back.

Yamaha FZ16 definitely makes a biker sit up and ogle at it more than once..

This design (GS150R) should probably have come 3-4 years back..

Maybe the bike would look distinctive in the flesh..

In 2008, the Yamaha FZ16 has shown what impact "Distinctive Styling" can make on bikers/consumers.. both the Yamaha FZ16 and the Suzuki GS150R makes 15 Ps max. power. But then the Yamaha (FZ16) definitely makes a biker sit up and ogle at it more than once.

The other hand the Suzuki GS150R has Styling elements which can be traced back to current India 150 cc bikes. For example, the "Rubber Gaiters" on the front forks shout Pulsar 150/180 (the current Pulsar 150/180 has dumped the rubber gaiters though). Even the headlamp which actually mimics the look of the headlamps from Suzuki's International lineup of SuperSport Bikes and Superbikes, actually end up looking very much like the ones from the Bajaj Pulsars. The Front fairing does features pseudo air scoops though.

The side and tail panels also aren't very distinctive in design and kind of reminds me of the Honda Unicorn. The tank, footpegs, exhausts, rear and front fenders, black painted alloys and engine covers all somehow give away a feeling of deja-vu.. at least by looking at the pics/photos of the GS150R. Maybe the bike would look distinctive in the flesh.


Equipment Levels

The GS150R comes with a Digital Speedometer and a Tail Light which comes equipped with LEDs. The turn indicators on the rear are integrated with the tail light unit (much like the ones on the CBZ Xtreme). The GS150R gets 6 gears which would be the second Indian Bike to feature one after the Yamaha R15.


The GS150R will comes in four colors:

• Black


• Red


• Gray


• Blue

Price:

The GS150R would be priced at Rs 59,000 (ex-showroom Delhi), which would be on par with the current 150 cc motorcycles sold in India (Except the Yamaha FZ16 and R15)

The GS150R is avilable for booking right now but would be delivered in January 2009. One can visit Suzuki Motorcycle India's website for more details.

Suzuki GS150R, Technical Specification:

Engine

• Type: Four-stroke, Air-cooled,SOHC


• Displacement: 149.5 cm3 (cc)


• Max Power: 13.8bhp@8500rpm


• Max Torque: 13.4Nm@6000rpm


• Compression ratio: 9.35/1


• Carburetor: BS26 with TPS


• Ignition: CDI


• Transmission: 6-speed (1-down, 5-up)


• Starting: Electric & kick

Dimensions

• Overall length: 2,095 mm


• Overall width: 775 mm


• Overall height: 1,120 mm


• Wheelbase: 1340 mm


• Ground clearance: 160 mm


• Seat height: 790 mm


• Dry weight 134 kgs


• Curb mass 149 kgs

Tyre Size

• Front: 2.75-18 42P


• Rear: 100/90-18 M/C 56P

Electrical

• Spark plug: CHAMPION P-RZ9HC


• Battery: 12V, 5Ah


• Headlamp: 12V 35/35W

Posted Below are Hi Res Photos of the GS150R (Source:gs150r.blogspot.com)..

Related Posts:

• Suzuki FXR.. shouldn't it be the 150 cc motorcycle for india..??



• 2008 Honda Unicorn, Unicorn GP Edition [Wallpaper]



• Yamaha India launches FZ16 an Air Cooled, 150 cc Motorcycle



• Yamaha launches the YZF R15, follows it with a R15 Championship



• Honda Launches 125 cc CBF Stunner

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.

8 2008 Honda Unicorn, Unicorn GP Edition [Wallpaper]

Honda launches the 2008 Unicorn with new stickers/colors... also launches a GP Edition

Honda has also launched a 2008 Limited GP Edition Unicorn.. and this is how it looks.



Honda has also decided to refresh its 150 cc Unicorn with new stickers and paint scheme.. That's all that is new in the 2008 edition Honda Unicorn. The bike still feature the same 13.3 bhp engine and other specifications as the older Unicorn.


Colors:

The 2008 Honda Unicorn comes in four colors: Black, Silver, Red with black graphic and Black with red graphics.

2008 Honda Unicorn, 1024 x 768 Wallpaper

Price: The 2008 Unicorn is priced accordingly in New Delhi

2008 Honda Unicorn GP Edition

Rs. 59,293 (Ex-Showroom) Rs. 61,951 (On- Road)

2008 Honda Unicorn (with Self Start)

Rs. 57,913 (Ex-Showroom) Rs. 60,529 (On-Road)

Technical Specifications of the 2008 Honda Unicorn


Dimensions:

• Kerb Weight: 146 Kgs
• Length: 2095 mm
• Width: 750 mm
• Height: 1100 mm
• Wheelbase: 1340 mm
• Seat Height (mm): 790
• Ground Clearance (mm):168


• Fuel Tank Capacity (Full ): 13 litres
• Reserve Tank Capacity: 1.3 litres

Body/Chasis

• Frame: Diamond Frame
• Front Suspension: Telescopic
• Rear Suspension: Mono-suspension


• Front Tyre: 2.75 x 18
• Rear Tyre: 100 / 90 - 18
• Front Brake Type: 240 mm Disc
• Rear Brake Type: 130 mm Drum

Engine & Transmission

• Engine Type: Single Cylinder 4 Stroke, Air Cooled OHC
• Displacement: 149.1 cc
• Bore × Stroke: 57.3 mm × 57.8 mm
• Net Power: 13.3 bhp @ 8000 rpm (9.9 KW)
• Torque: 1.3 Kg-m @ 5500 rpm (12.8 Nm)
• Air Filter: Paper Type
• Carburetor: CV Type
• Starting System: Self Start
• Transmission: Constant Mesh, 5 Speed gear
• Gear Shift Pattern: 1 Down - 4 Up

Related Posts:

• Honda Launches 125 cc CBF Stunner



• Will the "Yamaha Fazer 250" and "Honda CBX 250 Twister" be ever launched in India..??



• 2007 Honda Shine (125 C.C) [Pics/Images/Tech specs]



• 2007 New Honda Unicorn, Grand Prix Edition [Wallpaper, Tech Specs]

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.

11 Honda Launches 125 cc CBF Stunner

Honda India launches the CBF Sports concept shown at the Auto Expo 2008 as the CBF Stunner

This post (and a few more in the coming days) is meant to chronicle the launch of motorcycle(s) in India between May-Oct 2008 (the period during which "The Bike Chronicles of India" was briefly inactive)..

After Yamaha, it was Honda's (HMSI) turn to surprise me with the launch the "CBF Sports Concept" (on August 6, 2008) which was first shown at the New Delhi Auto Expo 2008. Christened as the "CBF Stunner", it has been given the same look as the "CBF Sports Concept" albeit with a toned down paint scheme.

Often criticized previously for producing efficient but undesirable motorcycles, it looks like Honda has hit the nail on its head this time. Since its launch, I have seen quite a number of CBF Stunner plying on the roads of New Delhi and the NCR region.

125 cc Honda CBF Stunner

[Read the "Long Term Review" of the CBF Stunner at Zigwheels.Com]

Looks:

The Stunner indeed manages to look stunning for a 125 cc motorcycle. With a "Karizma like" fixed half fairing, the CBF Stunner appears like a motorcycle from a bigger segment. The CBF Stunner also sports 17" tubeless tyres which is a first for the 125 cc segment. The CBF Stunner features Split Seats to further enhance the sporty image.

CBF Sports Concept @ Auto Expo 2008

The Speedometer assembly is an all analog affair. Considering the sporty turnout of the motorcycle, the absence of a tachometer is felt here. An interesting feature is the position of the choke lever which is positioned "along with" the speedometer assembly. Personally I find the position of the choke a bit odd and outdated.

Speedometer (and choke lever) of the CBF Stunner

The CBF Stunner comes with three options of "Kick Start-Drum-Alloy", "Self Start-Drum-Alloy" and "Self Start-Disc-Alloy".


Engine, Power, Performance

The Engine of the CBF Stunner has the same specs as that of the 125 cc Shine. But the stunner does feature 5 gears compared to the 4 gears which the shine comes with.


Colors:

The CBF Stunner is currently available in the following colors:

With Disc Brakes and Stickers

• Yellow


• Red


• Silver


• Black

With Drum Brakes and without Stickers

• Red


• Black

Price:

The CBF Stunner is presently priced accordingly (in Delhi)..

Kick-Drum-Alloy: Rs. 47,085 (Ex-showroom) Rs. 49,365 (On Road)
Self-Drum-Alloy: Rs. 49,834 (Ex-Showroom) Rs. 52,200 (On Road)
Self-Disc-Alloy: Rs. 51,667 (Ex-Showroom) Rs. 54,090 (On Road)

Honda CBF Stunner, Technical Specifications:

Engine

• Engine type: 4 stroke, Air cooled OHC single cylinder


• Displacement: 124.7cc


• Max power: 11bhp @ 8000rpm


• Max Torque: 11Nm @ 6500rpm


• Starting system: Kick/self


• Gear shift pattern: 1 Down - up


• Headlamp: 35/35W 12V Halogen

Chassis

• Front suspension: Telescopic hydraulic fork


• Rear suspension: 3 step spring loaded hydraulic shock absorver with recangular box type swing arm


• Front tyre: 80/100-17″ 46p (tubeless)


• Rear tyre: 100/90-17 55p (tubeless)


• Front brake: 130mm drum (optional 240mm disc)


• Rear brake: 130mm drum brake

Dimensions

• Length: 2012mm


• Width: 734mm


• Height: 1113mm


• Wheelbase: 1271mm


• Ground Clearance: 173mm


• Fuel tank capacity: 10 liters (2 liter reserve)


• Kerb weight: 129kg

Related Posts:

• http://www.2wheelsindia.com/2008/01/concept-bike-from-honda-hmsi-auto-expo.html



• Honda India has 100/125 C.C plans. Can we please have the CBR 150R too..??



• 2007 Honda Shine (125 C.C) [Pics/Images/Tech specs]

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.

15 Yamaha India launches FZ16 an Air Cooled, 150 cc Motorcycle

Yamaha India launches its Pulsar/Apache/CBZ Xtreme/Hunk/Unicorn challenger.. the FZ16

This post (and a few more in the coming days) is meant to chronicle the launch of motorcycle(s) in India between May-Oct 2008 (the period during which "The Bike Chronicles of India" was briefly inactive)..

I had expressed my doubts that the naked bike concept which was shown at the 9'th Auto Expo would make it as a final product dressed up in the same way as it was shown there.

Well.. needless to say but Yamaha India has surprised me by launching the same FZ concept which they showed at the Auto Expo 2008 as the 150 cc FZ16 (on Sep 14 2008)..!!

Yamaha FZ16 Wallpaper

[Read the "Test Ride Review" of the Yamaha FZ16 at Zigwheels.Com]

Looks:

The final product is a stunningly styled naked 150 cc bike. Apart from the styling the FZ16 also features a few first in India features.

The 140 mm wide Rear Tyre is an impossibly FAT one and is the largest rear tyre on not just for its segment but for any production motorcycle in India

The FZ16 is the first 150 cc bike in India to feature tubeles tyres both in the front and the rear. It also has a full digital (even the tachometer is now digital) speedometer console. The 140 mm wide Rear Tyre is an impossibly FAT one and is the largest rear tyre on not just for its segment but for any production motorcycle in India. The Rear Tyres are also Tubeless Radials which helps in reducing the weight.



Even the inner tubes of the front fork are of 41 mm dia and are possibly the largest on any current production motorcycle again in India. The bulky looking fuel tank of the FZ16 is actually a three piece unit with plastic resin covers as its outer covering.



The FZ16 is the second bike in India to feature a monoshock suspension at its rear. The silencer of the FZ16 is a short and stubby looking unit which according to YAMAHA helps in centralization of the bike's mass and therefore aids in handling.


Power/Performance:

The rated power of the FZ16 is 14 Ps max power which puts it in the same league as the Pulsar 150 DTSi and the Hero Honda Hunk/CBZ Xtreme. But it is the Torque of the FZ16 (14 Nm @ 6000 RPM) which is a bit higher compared to its current 150 cc competition. Looking at the Power/Torque figures the FZ16 seems to be an ideal City Bike.


Price: The FZ16 is priced at Rs. 65,000 (Ex-Showroom) across the country which makes it about Rs. 5,000 costlier than its competition like the Pulsar 150 DTSi, Hero Honda Hunk/CBZ Xtreme, Honda Unicorn etc.


Colors: The FZ currently is available in three colors.

• Black


• Red


• Orange

Yamaha FZ16, Technical Specifications

Engine

• Engine type: Air-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2-valve


• Displacement: 153.0 cm3


• Bore & Stroke: 58.0 × 57.9mm


• Compression ratio: 9.5:1


• Maximum output: 14PS / 7500 rpm


• Maximum torque: 14 N.m / 6000 rpm


• Starting: Electric starter


• Lubrication type: Wet sump


• Carburetor type: BS26


• Clutch type: Constant mesh wet multiplate


• Ignition type: CDI


• Primary/secondary reduction ratio: 3.409 / 2.857


• Transmission type: Return type 5-speed

Chassis

• Frame type: Diamond


• Suspension: (front/rear) Telescopic / Monocross


• Wheelbase: 1,335mm


• Brake type(front/rear): Hydraulic single disc / drum


• Tire size (front/rear): 100/80-17 / 140/60-R17

Dimensions:

• Overall Length × Width × Height: 1,975mm × 770mm × 1,045mm


• Seat height 790mm


• Wheelbase 1,335mm


• Minimum ground clearance 160mm


• Dry weight/Curb weight 126 kg / 137 kg


• Fuel tank volume 12 liters


• Engine oil volume 1.2 liters

Yamaha FZ16 Wallpaper: Courtesy Yamaha India Website

Related Posts:

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• Auto Expo 2008 Coverage: Yamaha FZ-150 Sexy "Prototype" from Yamaha India

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.