Honda Unicorn 150cc review, features, picture and price

Unicorn – A reliable and well proved bike from Honda. The first Unicorn version was launched in India during 2005 by Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI). The whole bike was built and designed from scratch by the Research and Development team of Honda based in Osaka, Japan. Many new features are incorporated considering the Indian road conditions. Honda had launched few editions of Unicorn with minor changes every time. Now let's check out the current version of Unicorn.

Unicorn offers perfect balance of pickup and mileage, delivering 60 kmpl through its famed 4-stroke Honda engine, cutting edge technologies like Multi-Mapping CDI, Tumble Flow Combustion Chamber, Roller Rocker arm, and a Classy Aerodynamic Body.

All New Sporty Unicorn is powered by a newly developed Honda 4-stroke, 150cc engine which is well engineered and styled for the taste of the younger generation. It comes with the 4-stroke, air-cooled OHC, single cylinder, 150cc engine delivering a whooping 13.3 bhp @ 8000rpm. You will never feel like you get neck pain, shoulder pain or back pain by riding Unicorn. Honda Unicorn is a great competitor for Pulsar 150cc, Apache RTR-Fi, and Suzuki GS 150R.

Best features of Honda Unicorn:

• The new Honda Unicorn gets weight on handler bar to for more smooth ride
• It gets two-way air jacket
• Good powered engine produces 12.8 nm at just 5500 rpm for good fuel economy
• New unicorn features a new 3Dimensional Honda wing mark on the fuel tank for royal and sophisticated look (according to Honda)
• It gets Diamond frame which is an added advantage to Unicorn
• It gets good stylish look and meter gadgets
• Gear shift lever is changed in the current version of Unicorn to give more control on gear shifting.
• It gets a new Mono-shock suspension at rear
• It gives an average of 55 kmpl (mileage)

It is priced @ Rs. 65,797/- (On road price in Bangalore ). Ex-showroom price is Rs. 58,256/-.

Suzuki Hayabusa 1300 – A great sports commuter from Suzuki

One of the great and best motorcycles from Suzuki is Hayabusa 1300. This motorcycle is modified version of the original Hayabusa GSX1300.

It is a sporty commuter which produces enormous power. Suzuki Hayabusa is powered by 1340cc and gets 4 stroke, 4-cylinder, liquid-cooled and DOHC engine.


This motorcycle is available in following colors combinations.

• Glass White/Metallic Silver (FGF)
• Solid Black/ Metallic Majestic Gold (FGG)
• Pearl Nebular Black/Phantom Grey (CZY)
• Metallic Grey/Mystic Silver (GRF)

Bajaj Discover 135cc review, specifications, colors, picture and price

The Indian leader of Auto Market Bajaj’s Jaadoo is Discover 135cc which is one of the most selling bikes in India. I have come across most of friends saying that old Discover 135cc rocks than the latest version 135cc. So I thought of reviewing the old discover first. Here it goes…

Best features:

• It gets DTS-i engine with the Displacement of 135cc
• Great handling at any kind situations/roads
• Wider rear tyre which gives great stability and grip
• It gets slim chain cover (open type) which gives great appeal to sport look
• NitroX suspension- an added advantage to choose this bike. Whether you ride this bike on bumps or normal road, it gives awesome feel to ride. It is borrowed from Pulsar
• The new RPM meter along with others in the instrument panel
• Delivers the maximum power of 13.5bhp @ 8500 rpm and torque of 11.88nm @ 6500 rpm
• 240mm front disc brake and drum brake at rear tyre
• It comes with proven TRICS, DTS-i and ExhausTEC technologies
• Pilot lights at front
• Maintenance free 12V battery

This bike is available in following color themes

• Black with red stripes
• Black with blue stripes

This was priced at Rs. 54,500/- (On road price, Bangalore).

Speed and Performance:
Bajaj claimed that this bike will hit maximum of 105 kmph. However it reaches 118 kmph with pillion. I was able to overtake Pulsar 150cc at times, not always. It gives good comfort in long run. Either no back pain or shoulder pain.

If your height is on or above 170mm, you can change the handlebar with Pulsar’s handlebar which gives much more comfort in riding.

Overall, it is a great bike to go for.

TVS Flame SR 125cc – review, features, specifications, picture and price

The latest commuter from TVS Auto is TVS Flame SR 125cc an updated version of Flame 125cc. I have already promised for reviewing this bike. Yes. Check below the detailed review about the new TVS Flame SR 125cc.

This new Flame SR comes with lot of new features to compete with other 125cc bikes specially XCD, Discover, Stunner, Shine, and other bikes in this segment. This new bike from TVS delivers the maximum power of 10.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm; torque of 10 nm @ 6000 rpm.

Best Features and Specifications

• Sleek and Stunning look with tri-colored theme
• 3 valves 4 stroke engine based on CCVTi (Controlled Combustion –variable timing Intelligent) technology
• It comes with 5-speed (5 gears)
• Engine is outfitted with swirl and power port to get better enhanced combustion and optimal fuel efficiency
• Delivers the maximum power of 10.5 bhp @ 7500 rpm; torque of 10 nm @ 6000 rpm
• Gets new features like Intelligent Mileage Indicator, Low fuel warning meter and Service Indicator
• Gets wider rear tyre which gives good stability on roads
• Gets Halogen type battery with 12V - 5Ah
• Fuel tank capacity is 9 liters
• Over all dimension is 2030mm x 760mm x 1070mm (length x Width x Height)
• Kerb weight: 123 kgs
• Top speed: 95 kmpl

It is priced at Rs. 55, 500 (Approx. on road price). You have the option to get disc brake for front tyre. This new bike is available in blue and red combination with fully black colored theme.

Hope it will do well for TVS!!!

Honda CBF Stunner PGM-FI (Fuel Injection) 125cc review, specifications, features, colors, price and pictures

Honda recently launched a new variant of Stunner with Fuel Injection which gets displacement of 125cc. Honda Motors is one of the leading automobile producers, wanted to increase the competition with other bikes in 125cc segment. They had set to launch new variant of Stunner with Fuel Injection (FI).

The new variant of Honda Stunner FI has already battered the Indian roads. Honda said that this new stunner comes with PGM-FI technology and it can reach top speed of 60kmph in 5.2 seconds.

The new CBF Stunner FI set to deliver the maximum of 11.6 bhp @ 8000rpm; 11nm torque @ 6500rpm. It gets 4 stroke, air cooled OHC single cylinder engine. It also gets digital ignition, front and rear tubeless tyres, alloy wheels, half fairing and a stepped-up seat.

It also comes with few new features which are sporty half chain case, maintenance free battery, viscous air filter, 3D emblem and handle weight.

Honda CBF Stunner FI in Metalic Red...

Honda CBF Stunner FI in Metalic Silver...
It is priced at Rs. 64, 630 (ex-showroom rate, Delhi). This new Honda CBF Stunner-FI gets new colors and it is available in Red, Metallic Silver, Yellow and black colors.

Mahindra Auto plans to launch bikes on 100cc, 125cc and 150cc

As all aware, Mahindra and Mahindra took over Kinetic motors and planned a blue print to enter every key segment of the two-wheeler market.

Mahindra Auto has already entered into two wheeler market by launching Flyte 125cc automatic scooter with features like front fuelling, the largest storage space in its class and four-in-one anti-theft key and telescopic suspension that ensures a smooth ride.

The Mumbai based Mahindra Auto company will take on Hero Honda, Bajaj Auto, Yamaha and Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India (HMSI) and planned to launch models in 100cc, 125cc, and 150cc motorbikes, and also in the ungeared low and high-powered scooter segments.

Let’s expect the good competition from Mahindra Auto.

Bajaj to launch Ninja soon

As we reported earlier, the more awaited Bajaj Kawasaki Ninja will hit the Indian roads very soon. Bajaj has also planned to upgrade their XCD 125cc version.

Here are few snaps for you guys to have dreams till it comes...


So guys, do dream on more expected and awaited stunning motorbike Kawasaki Ninja till it hits the Indian roads.

Bajaj halts Pulsar 200cc production

Bajaj Auto Ltd, has decided to stop the production of Pulsar 200cc bikes. It is basically to give a great way to the new fastest Indian bike Pulsar 220cc.

The Pulsar 200cc delivers the maximum power of 18pc where as the new Pulsar 220cc delivers 21.04ps of pinnacle power. Pulsar 200cc can reach 130kmph where the new fastest Indian bike can reach 130kmph easily and it can reach maximum of 144kmph. Moreover showroom cost is same for these two flavors of Pulsars. It is priced at Rs. 70,000/- (ex-showroom rate, Delhi) which is Rs. 15,000 less from the previous version of Pulsar 220cc‘s cost.

However Bajaj Auto has some units of Pulsar 200 which will be available only in few showrooms. There will not be any more supply of Pulsar 200cc.


Bajaj believes that this will promote other versions of Pulsar, 150cc, 180cc and 220cc. It will have more competition with TVS’s Apache RTR series, Yamaha’s R15, FZ Series, and Hero Honda’s Karizma.

Hope it helps Bajaj to reach another height with their new Pulsar 2009 editions.

New Bajaj Discover 100cc review, features, specification, pictures and price

The Jadoo Discover is known for style & stunning performance and it is one of best selling bikes. The new Discover 100cc comes with DTS-Si mechanism. It gets an oval pent roof combustion chamber and Molykote Piston. The new Discover 100cc is the first 100cc bike to have 5 speed transmission.


It delivers the maximum power of 7.7ps @ 7500rpm. Bajaj claims that the new variant of Discover will give incredible mileage of 80kmpl in normal driving conditions.

The new Discover 100cc is available in 3 colors; Black with Green stripes, Black with Red stripes, Black with Blue stripes. We have already mentioned in our previous post that Discover is also available in Red and Blue. Bajaj has mentioned that the new Discover will get Red and Blue shades in another 3 months of time.


The best features which would easily describe the new Discover 100c are,

• Proven stunning and stylish appeal
• Looks more muscular; seems like a child of Pulsar
• Comes with DTS-Si (Digital Twin Spark – Swirl Induction) engine with 5 speed
• Maintenance free battery makes life easier; no need to run to get it serviced
• LED tail lamp which gets like Suzuki GS 150R
• Twin pilot lamps which is an added advantage for styled look
• Good mileage 80kmpl in normal road condition
• Maximum power of 7.7ps @ 7500rpm
• Gas charged rear suspension (nitrox) which gives great ride in road shocks and bums
• Wider rear tyre is an added advantage for this bike; no other 100cc bikes have wider rear tyre
• Comes with electric and kick start
• Alloy wheel and Auto Choke

This bike is available in just 1 variant with all features and it is priced at Rs. 40,000/- (ex-showroom rate, Chennai). Bajaj said that this bike will be available in showrooms all over India from 27th July.

Rediscover India with Discover 100cc

Bajaj launched new Discover 100cc today

We have reported earlier saying that Bajaj will launch new variant of Discover with 100cc. Yes, They did it today. Bajaj Auto Ltd, India has launched this 100cc bike with all new features to compete with leading Hero Honda’s splendor and passion variants.


The new Discover 100cc is available in 5 varieties.

• Black with Green
• Black with Red
• Black with Blue
• Red and
• Blue

Watch out the space for more details on review, price, gallery and other informations.

Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme 150cc Review, Specification, Picture and Price

Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme, is one of the most liked bikes in 150cc segment among Indian roadies. This bike looks more stylish than other bikes in 150cc segment; this bike gets upgraded often with minimal outlook changes. The first version of CBZ launched in 1999.

The current version of CBZ Xtreme engine powered by 150cc and delivers the maximum power of 14ps @ 8500 rpm which is equal to other 150cc bikes. Its torque is 12.80nm @ 6500rpm. It also comes with air cooled, 4 stroke SHC engine.

Best Features

• 5 spoke alloy wheels gives great look to the bike
• Multi-reflector LED tail light with split rear grip gives a sporty look to the bike
• It also gets multi-reflector head lamp
• It comes with AMI - Advanced Microprocessor Ignition System
• Great riding comfort
• Soft and smooth gear shifting

Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme Specification

Dimensions:
Overall height: 1145 mm
Overall length: 2080 mm
Ground clearance: 145mm
Wheelbase: 1325 mm
Weight: 141 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 12.3 liters

Engine:
Engine type: 4-stroke OHC, Air cooled
Displacement: 149.2 cc
Bore: 57.3mm
Stroke: 57.8 mm
Maximum power: 14.4ps @ 8500 rpm
Maximum torque: 12.8nm @ 6500 rpm
Starter: Electric & Kick Start

Transmission:
Gears: 5-speed constant mesh
Gearshift pattern: 1-down, 4-up

Chassis:
Front suspension: Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorber
Rear suspension: Swing arm with adjustable hydraulic shock absorber
Front brakes: 240 mm petal disc brakes
Rear brakes: Drum type, Internal expanding shoe type
Front tyre: 2.75 X 18" 42 P (Alloy)
Rear tyre: 100/90 x 18 - 56 P (Alloy)

Top Speed: 120kmph

Price: Rs. 54,000 - 56,000 ex-showroom rate

Yamaha R15 150cc gets new look

Yamaha has recently launched new bike in FZ series as Fazer with 153cc. In addition to this, Yamaha has also announced that the R15 will get new colors as Yamaha Fazer.

In addition to the existing colors (Black, Red and Blue), R15 will also come in Yellow Color which is one of most fancy color for sports bikes.

New Bajaj Discover 100cc to be launched on 27th July

We have reported few days back that, Bajaj will set to launch new Discover with 100cc or 110cc on July 12th.

It has got changed and Bajaj's two wheeler SEO, S Sridhar said, "We are launching this Discover with DTS-i. This bike will give a mileage of 80 kmpl". This bike is going to hit the Indian roads by 27th July and the production will be commenced on 17th July.

Royal Enfield Bullet Machismo 500 review, specifications

The first Monster Royal Enfield Bullet 500 was manufactured in 1965 with the top speed of 130kmph. When this motorbike came into market, it was such a pleasure, pride to have this. There was none other bikes to have competition with this Royal Bull. It was the only 4-stroke engine.

This motorbike was also come with diesel engine. Because of the extra vibration, noise and other factors, it was flopped. Now this motorbike is available only with petrol engine. Once Pulsar150, Fiero, CBZ and other bikes came into Indian bike market, Bullet sales was little down. It has started gaining the sales in recent years.

This motorbike stills keeps up the standards and changing the outlook accordingly. The thing is that you will be riding your Grandpa’s bike with new outlook of bike. Still engine remains the same.

The great advantage of this bike is you can travel even 500km without stopping it which you cannot travel with any other bike. When you ride this bike, I’m sure that you will feel like flying.

It gives great comfort and feeling to ride. At present Bullet is the only Indian bike in 500cc segment.

The Royal Enfield Bullet Machismo 500 has got displacement of 499cc with Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, OHV, SI, and Air Cooled engine. It delivers the maximum power 23.6 bhp @ 5600rpm with the maximum torque of 40.85 Nm @ 3000rpm. What a power! Isn’t it? The only issue with this bike is poor mileage 30-33kmpl.

The price of this bike is Rs. 115,800.

Hero Honda - New Karizma FI Pictures Exposed to the world

We have already reported that Hero Honda is going to launch new Karizma soon. The New Karizma’s engine may come with Fuel Injection mechanism. The power, torque, ground clearance and other specifications are unknown till date.

As we can easily identify the things from the above picture, the New Karizma gets rear disc brake, clip on handle bars, modified look in front with full fairing and indicators on mounted fairing.

The new Karizma might get the exclusive colors in the market and expected news that it may get slight increase in its price.

So guys, keep your fingers crossed and expect the great news from Hero Honda soon.

Royal Enfield to launch new bikes in India

I’m sure that Enfield lovers will have great royal feeling and expect more about this motorbike. Yes, Royal Enfield has planned to leverage their success of it’s Thunderbird motorbike by launching two more new motorbikes with the same engine platform.

Thunderbird is a great bike to go for long ride and it is most popular bike in metros than any other. Thunderbird is already stealing most of the Indian bikers.

The new Thunderbird variations are expected to hit road on 2010.

Yamaha FZ-16, FZ-S, Fazer Price

Yamaha Fazer:
Ex Showroom Price: Rs. 72,000 (Delhi)
Others (Road Tax, Insurance, vat. etc): Rs. 10,500 (Approx)
On Road Price: Rs. 83,500 (Approx)

Yamaha FZ-S:
Ex Showroom Price: Rs. 67,000 (Delhi)
Others (Road Tax, Insurance, vat. etc): Rs. 10,000 (Approx)
On Road Price: Rs. 77,500 (Approx)

Yamaha FZ-16:
Ex Showroom Price: Rs. 65,000 (Delhi)
Others (Road Tax, Insurance, vat. etc): Rs. 9,500 (Approx)
On Road Price: Rs. 75,000 (Approx)

Read more about Yamaha Fazer, Yamaha FZ-S, Yamaha FZ-16

New Discover to be launched by Bajaj on 12th July

The known news from Bajaj is that Bajaj has planned to launch six bikes in six months. This year Bajaj has already launched XCD 135, Pulsar 150cc DTS-i, Pulsar 180cc DTS-i upgrades and the recent fastest Indian bike Pulsar 220cc DTS-i successfully with their technological superiority and pricing.

As part of the above said Bajaj’s plan, it will launch a new bike on 12th July. The new bajaj discover would be coded either DiscoverM or Discover K70. It is expected that new discover will come the engine displacement between 100cc and 110cc.

The full specification is unknown till date. It will have great competition with Splendor Plus, Passion Plus and Passion Pro as this bike is expected to be priced between Rs. 44,000 to Rs. 45,000.

Yamaha launches new Fazer 150cc

As we reported earlier, Yamaha has launched new Fazer in India. The new Fazer’s engine capacity is 153cc with the maximum power of 14bhp @7500rpm, maximum torque of 14nm @6000rpm.

The detailed specifications are reported below.
Dimensions:
Length: 1975mm
Width: 770mm
Height: 1045mm
Seat Height: 790mm
Wheelbase: 1335 mm
Minimum Ground Clearance: 160 mm
Dry Weight: 130 kg
Kerb weight: 141 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 12 liters

Engine:
Engine type: 4-stroke air cooled, SOHC, 2 value
Displacement: 153.00 cc
Maximum power: 14ps @ 7500 rpm
Maximum torque: 14nm @ 6000 rpm
Starter: Good bye to Kick Start. Only Self Start

Transmission:
Gears: 5-speed constant mesh
Gearshift pattern: 1-down, 4-up

Chassis:
Front brakes: Hydraulic single disc
Rear brakes: drum brake
Headlight: 12V35W/35W+35W

The new Yamaha Fazer has got enormous power than any other in this 150cc segment. It also gets DNA from the global Fazer series. Defenately it will have great competition with other bikes.

The detailed review and wallpapers will be uploaded soon. So guys, just wait for few more days for test drive.

TVS Apache RTR 160cc, Apache RTR-Fi 160cc, Apache RTR 180cc Menace Price List

TVS Apache RTR 160
Ex Showroom Price: Rs. 58,584 (Delhi)
Others (Road Tax, Insurance, vat. etc): Rs. 6,500 (Approx)
On Road Price: Rs. 66,000 (Approx)

TVS Apache RTR-Fi 160cc
Ex Showroom Price: Rs. 64,990 (Delhi)
Others (Road Tax, Insurance, vat. etc): Rs. 7,500 (Approx)
On Road Price: Rs. 74,000 (Approx)

TVS Apache RTR 180cc
Ex-Showroom price: Rs. 63,990 (Delhi)
Others (Road Tax, Insurance, vat. etc): Rs. 7,500 (Approx)
On Road Price: Rs. 73,000 (Approx)

Bajaj Pulsar 150 DTS-i UG4, 180 DTS-i UG4, New 220 DTS-i Price in 2009

Pulsar 150cc DTS-i UG4:
Ex Showroom Price: Rs. 58,500 (Delhi)
Others (Road Tax, Insurance, vat. etc): Rs. 6,500 (Approx)
On Road Price: Rs. 66,000 (Approx)

Pulsar 180cc DTS-i UG4:
Ex Showroom Price: Rs. 59,700 (Delhi)
Others (Road Tax, Insurance, vat. etc): Rs. 7,500 (Approx)
On Road Price: Rs. 69,000 (Approx)

Pulsar 220cc DTS-i:
Ex Showroom Price: Rs. 70,000 (Delhi)
Others (Road Tax, Insurance, vat. etc): Rs. 8,800 (Approx)
On Road Price: Rs. 80,000 (Approx)

TVS Apache RTR 180cc Menace Specifications

As we reported earlier that TVS has launched Apache RTR 180cc in Delhi. The new Apache RTR’s engine capacity is 177.7cc and delivers maximum power of 17.3bhp @ 8500rpm; the maximum torque of 1.58kgm @ 6500rpm. The detailed description of this bike is reported below.

Dimensions:
Overall height: 1100 mm
Overall length: 2085 mm
Ground clearance: 185mm
Wheelbase: 1326 mm
Kerb weight: 137 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 16 liters

Engine:
Engine type: Single-cylinder, 4-stroke air cooled
Displacement: 177.4 cc
Bore: 62.5mm
Stroke: 57.8 mm
Carburettor: Mikuni BS-29
Maximum power: 17.3ps @ 8500 rpm
Maximum torque: 15.5nm @ 7000 rpm
Power to weight: 124.08 PS/ton
Ignition: Dual mode digital ignition
Starter: Electric & Kick Start

Transmission:
Gears: 5-speed constant mesh
Gearshift pattern: 1-down, 4-up

Chassis:
Front suspension: 105 mm stroke, telescopic forks
Rear suspension: Monotube Inverted Gas filled shox (MIG) with spring aid
Front brakes: 270 mm petal disc brakes
Rear brakes: 200 mm petal disc brakes
Front tyre: 90/90X17 tubeless
Rear tyre: 110/80X17 tubeless

Top Speed: 125kmph

Bajaj to launch Kawasaki Ninja 250cc in India

Kawasaki Ninja 250R is one of most selling bike from stable of Kawasaki. Ninja is well known bike for the combination of power and fuel efficiency. Now it is going to be launched in India by Bajaj Auto Ltd. It was already announced by Bajaj early on this year.

Yamaha has already launched MT-01 and YZF R1 in India. Suzuki has also announced to launch a bike with 600cc. Since Indian bike market has got well matured than ever and watching the superbikes all over the world, it’s going to be great competition in this segment.

Bajaj has already launched the fastest Indian bike Pulsar 220cc DTSi. Hope it also rocks by Ninja 250R.

Fuel Price hiked in India

Government of India announced yesterday that Petrol price will be increased by Rs.4 per litre; Diesel price will be increased by Rs.2 per litre. The government said, in a move intended to help oil companies cope with increased global crude prices.

These fuel price changes are effective from today(2-Jul-09 Midnight).

New Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTS-i Specifications

As most of th roadies expected to know the specifications of the blacky stunny & stylish Bajaj Pulsar 220cc DTSi, we have digged out the details and here it is for you.

Specifications
Dimensions:
Overall height: 1165 mm
Overall length: 2035 mm
Ground clearance: 165mm
Wheelbase: 1350 mm
Kerb weight: 152 kg

Engine:
Engine type: Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, Air-cooled, DTS-i
Displacement: 220 cc
Bore: 67mm
Stroke: 62.4 mm
Valvetrain: SOHC, two valves per cylinder
Comp ratio: 9.5:1
Carburettor: UCAL UCD 32
Maximum power: 21.04ps @ 8500 rpm
Maximum torque: 19.12 NM @ 7000 rpm
Power to weight: 138.15 PS/ton
Ignition: CDI Electronic
Starter: Electric

Transmission:
Clutch:Wet multiplate
Gears: 5-speed constant mesh
Gearshift pattern: 1-down, 4-up
Primary drive: Gear
Final drive: Chain

Chassis:
Type: Double downtube frame
Front suspension: 37 mm inner diameter 130mm telescopic forks
Rear suspension: Hydraulic, Gas-filled
Front brakes: 260 mm disc brakes
Rear brakes: 230 mm disc brakes
Front tyre: 90/90X17 Tubeless
Rear tyre: 120/80X17 Tubeless

Electricals:
Battery: 12 V 9 Ah, Maintenance free
Instrumentation: Digital speedometer, Analog tachometer, Digital fuel gauge, Tell-tale lights