Bajaj Pulsar 150 NS

Expected price:

Rs70,000 - Rs75,000

Expected Launch Date: FEB 2016 – MAR 2016

Bajaj Pulsar 150 NS Overview

Bajaj has been coming with great innovations in the automobile industry. The latest version that Baja has planned to introduce its new pulsar variant 150 cc bike named as Bajaj Pulsar 150 NS at the Auto Expo Event, 2014. 

Bajaj Pulsar 150NS Expected Engine

The new Bajaj Pulsar 150 NS will be powered by an excellent performance, 4 valve, SOHC liquid cooled engine with triple spark ignition technology which will offer the displacement very close to 150 cc. 

Bajaj Pulsar 150NS Expected Features

The new model from Bajaj has come to us as a surprise with a lot of new improved features. The Pulsar 150 NS comes with a convenient single seat without split type seat, single piece grab rail, full chain case etc. The bike also features a disc brake at the front and drum brake at the rear which helps to stop the vehicle immediately even in case of emergency braking. Smooth ride on the streets is definitely ensured with such features and adding up to this the Pulsar 150 NS will be available with a smaller tires for minimizing the road grimness while moving at a high level of speed. Bajaj Auto will also offer the bike with rear disc brake which is something new to be seen.
Pulsar 150 NS is fitted with a self start type to make you free from starting trouble.It is also claimed by Baja that DTS-I engine on this bike would ensure better performance in terms of power, torque, speed and acceleration. Apart from braking mechanism, the Pulsar 150 NS handling is also easy and smooth with area mono shock suspension mechanism. There is an extended unit design on mudguard which looks too big and sporty. To enhance the looks, the Pulsar 150 NS will be incorporated with the radiator cowls for cooling fins. 

Bajaj Pulsar 150NS Expected Prices

The price of Pulsar 150 NS is expected in the range of Rs.70-75 K which will be quite affordable. The company feels that the new launches of 150-200 cc bike will sustain its number one position very stronger. The bike would be a tough competitor to TVS Apache.

Yamaha YZF-R1S

Expected price:

Rs1,800,000 - Rs2,100,000

Expected Launch Date: FEB 2016 – MAR 2016

Yamaha YZF-R1S Overview

With the launch of YZF R1 and R1M, Yamaha Motors conveyed that they are not backing down and so launched not one but two worthy contenders to the Kawasaki’s H2 and BMW’s S1000RR. Recently the Japanese manufacturer launched the slightly cheaper version of YZF R1 and named it R1S. The S badge is nowhere to be seen on the new motorcycle because Yamaha has made sure that R1S looked exactly like the R1. Yamaha has introduced the bike globally at almost $1500 lesser price than the R1 which retails at $16490. Cosmetically the R1S looks exactly like the R1 but it differs in terms of mechanicals and components. 

Yamaha YZF-R1S Expected Safety Features

Yamaha has replaced some of the exotic metals like titanium and magnesium with some of the less-expensive stuff like aluminium and steel and because of which R1S weighs almost 4kgs more than the R1. Now counting some of the major changes, the company replaced the titanium connecting rods with the steel ones, also the outer parts and fasteners like the oil pan and right-side engine covers from magnesium to aluminium. Apart from this, the new R1S does not comes with quickshifter, which comes as a standard on the R1 and R1M. 

Yamaha YZF-R1S Expected Engine and Power

R1S utilizes the same power mill (ofcourse), which is a 998cc engine that delivers 194bhp of maximum power and 112Nm of peak torque. Like R1, R1S also shares the same electronic package which includes a six-axis IMU, three different power modes, adjustable traction control, slide control, launch control, and wheelie (lift) control.

Yamaha YZF-R1S Expected Price

Currently R1 retails at INR 22.34 lakhs (Ex-Showroom) and it might end up costing near INR 20 lakhs in the Indian market. The R1S and R1 both competes directly with the Kawasaki Ninja H2 and BMW S100RR.

Yamaha YZF-R1S Expected Date

Yamaha YZF-R1S may launch in 2016 near march to august month.

Kawasaki ZX-6R

Expected price:

Rs900,000 - Rs1,100,000

Expected Launch Date: FEB 2016 – MAR 2016

Kawasaki ZX-6R Overview

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R belongs to the superb mid-capacity superbike segment which is all geared up to enter the vast Indian bike market within 2015. In order to compete with the other global brands, Kawasaki has also decided to bring in its Ninja ZX-6R to India. This category in the Indian premium bike market is really enticing the biking enthusiasts and the manufacturers are also pouring in their products in the segment to cater to this demand. Triumph offers its Street 675 and Daytona 675 in the mid-capacity superbike segment, while Benelli has its 600 cc superbike models; and Honda has its CBR600F. Thus, when the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R comes to India it will be fighting with these models while increasing the competition even further.

Kawasaki ZX-6R Expected Performance

The Ninja ZX-6R 636 comes powered by a more powerful motor to make its highly capable on tracks. The motorcycle is powered by an inline 636 cc, 4 cylinder liquid cooled engine which has the capability of with its top power of 132 PS at 13,500 rpm and max torque of 72 Nm at 11,500 rpm. The engine is coupled with a 6 speed manual gearbox transmission.Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 offers great punchy performance and offers more power and torque compared to the litre class bikes which would please the Indian bike enthusiasts. This bike will also offer a fun and engaging ride along with great stability and handling even on the miserable Indian roads.
The Ninja ZX-6R 636 offers the crucial safety feature of ABS to aid its real efficient braking system with disc brakes at both ends. This aids in enhancing the overall performance. The bike also gets a slipper clutch and traction control for superb safe and fun rides.

Kawasaki ZX-6R Expected Price

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 is expected to be priced between Rs. 12 to 13 lakhs. The high price range is owing to the CBU or completely built unite route via which the bike will be imported to India by the company straight from Japan.

Kawasaki ZX-6R Expected Launch Date

The Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R 636 is expected to hit the Indian superbike market in the last quarter of the current calendar year of 2015.

Bajaj Pulsar 400CS

Expected price:

Rs170,000 - Rs190,000

Expected Launch Date: JAN 2016 – MAR 2016

Bajaj Pulsar 400CS Overview

First unveiled at the Auto Expo in Delhi in 2014, Bajaj 400 CS, the concept cruiser from Bajaj is touted to be the first cruiser sports from the Pulsar Portfolio. It will be Bajaj’s largest displacement naked bike. With the rising trend of leisure biking in India, it is sure to please the customers as it comes with an affordable price tag. 
Bajaj 400 CS will be based on 200NS silhouette but will be bigger in proportion. The bike has an aggressive front profile with a brand new headlamp. The tank of this beast would be muscular in looks and it will also come with a digital console along with gear shift indicator with white back light.

Bajaj Pulsar 400CS Expected Engine and Power

It would be powered by a 375cc engine that is expected to churn out around 40bhp of power and feature fuel injection technology. The basis architecture of the engine would be shared with the KTM Duke 390. It will come with inverted telescopic chocks up front.The bike is likely to be available in both ABS and non-ABS versions.Bajaj 400 CS is expected to be a big performance machine. The performance is expected to be highly reliable and it will also be easy to run and maintain. It will offer a relaxed driving position due to its conventional single seat , single piece handle bar and easily reachable foot-rests and it will be ideal for touring as well as city usage. 

Bajaj Pulsar 400CS Expected Prices

Bajaj Pulsar 400 CS will come at a premium price over the regular Pulsar models. It will be available between the price range of Rs. 1.7 lakh to Rs. 1.9 lakh and thus would be quite affordable.

Bajaj Pulsar 400CS Expected Date

Though nothing is confirmed form the company as yet, Bajaj 400 CS might burn the Indian roads by the end of first quarter of next year.

Aprilia Mana 850 ABS Bikes

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Editor’s View : Aprilia Mana 850 ABS

The Aprilia Mana looks like an evolution of maxi-scooters and is a versatile machine as the rider gets the benefit of an automatic scooter and a motorcycle rolled into one.

Rs.14.81 lakh (Ex-showroom Price)

Specifications of Aprilia Mana 850 ABS Standard

Engine

   

Engine Type

Aprilia longitudinal 90 V-twin engine, 4 stroke, liquid cooled, single overhead cam with chain drive, four valves per cylinder

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Engine Displacement (CC)

839.3 CC

Power (PS@rpm)

76.14 PS

Torque (Nm@rpm)

73 Nm

Bore

88 mm

Stroke

69 mm

No Of Cylinders

4

Drive Type

Chain Drive

Valves (per cylinder)

4

Fuel System

Weber Marelli electronic injection with 38-mm throttle body

Fuel Type

Petrol

Ignition

Digital electronic, with two spark plugs per cylinder, integrated with fuel injection system

Transmission

     

Type                                                                                  Manual

No Of Gears                                                                      6

Brakes     

Brakes Front

Dual 320 mm diam. stainless steel floating discs. Radial callipers with four pistons.

Brakes Rear

260 mm stainless steel disc. Single piston calliper.

Performance and Fuel economy     

Overall (km/l)                              21

0-60 (km/h)                                7.2 Seconds

Top Speed (Km/h)                     193

Chassis and Suspension     

Tyres and Wheels     

Tyre Size (Front)

120/70 ZR17

Tyre Size (Rear)

180/55 ZR17

Wheel Size

17

Tubeless Tyres

Y

Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)

Alloy

bharathrides: Yamaha R25

bharathrides: Yamaha R25: The  Yamaha  R25 has been one of those bikes that has generated lot of interest from the word go itself, when the R25 concept was showcas...

Yamaha R25

The Yamaha R25 has been one of those bikes that has generated lot of interest from the word go itself, when the R25 concept was showcased for the first time at the 2013 Tokyo Motor Show. It was the same scenario at the 2014 Auto Expo as the Yamaha stall was swarmed by Indian two-wheeler enthusiasts and now finally the production spec version has been unveiled in Indonesia.  Yamaha hasn’t confirmed about its plan of launching the new 250cc bike in our market but ZigWheels has learnt that a pre-production model of the Yamaha YZF-R25 has already landed on our shores for testing and R & D purpose. So let’s take close a look at the Yamaha YZF-R25 and what it has on offer.

Let’s start with styling, one of the main reasons for the inquisitiveness about the R25 was its M1 inspired styling, the concept bike possessed. The Indian biker has a soft spot for a full-faired motorcycle and the R25 wouldn’t disappoint them on this front. The bike sports a neatly sculpted windscreen below which sits the twin lamp headlight. The lamps are divided by a small duct that gives the front an aggressive look. The fuel tank carries forward the edgy design language with subtle knee recess.

In profile, the bike looks bulkier than what it is in reality and can be easily passed off as a 600cc, supersport offering. The tail section is very minimalistic and sharp with the LED taillight being neatly integrated into it The Yamaha R25 gets equipped with a part-analogue-part-digital instrument console; it sports an analogue tachometer and a LCD screen that houses the speedometer, odometer, fuel gauge and other details. The instrument cluster also features a revv limiter light. The R25 employs a two-into-one exhaust system with a R6 inspired stubby muffler and Y-spoke wheels.  Overall design of theYamaha R25 is pleasing and though the lines aren’t as sharp as the concept bike, it holds its own amongst the company of its quarter-litre rivals.

One of the highlights of the Yamaha R25 is its powerplant. The 249cc, parallel-twin, 8-valve, liquid-cooled motor pumps out 36PS at a heady 12,000rpm and torque rating stands at 22.5Nm at 10,000rpm. Power is transmitted to the rear-wheel via a six-speed gearbox. According to Yamaha, they have worked on the combustion chamber design to obtain better mixture of air and fuel thereby resulting in better combustion. The cylinder of the Yamaha R25 like all Yamaha twin-cylinder offerings has been built from DiASil (Die casting Aluminum-Silicon) construction, which apart from reducing the weight of the cylinder also improves heat dissipation.