India's second largest two-wheeler manufacturer Bajaj is ready for the new bike Kawasaki Ninja 250R launch in India in this May. Kawasaki Ninja 250R is the most popular bike from Kawasaki's product portfolio. The company's MD Rajeev Bajaj said that Kawasaki Ninja 250 will be launched in India in the month of May or June this year. He also added that the new bike Kawasaki Ninja 250 will be priced around Rs 2 lacs. Kawasaki Ninja 250R will be launched in India as a joint venture between Bajaj Auto and Kawasaki.
Kawasaki Ninja 250R is famous for its splendid combination of engine power and high fuel efficiency with smooth handling and comfort. Kawasaki Ninja 250R will be the entry level sports bike it may also pass off for a good street bike as well. Bajaj will be importing Kawasaki Ninja 250 as CKD (completely knocked down) units from Thailand to save on custom duties and it will be assembled at company local manufacturing plant. Kawasaki Ninja 250R will be equipped with 249cc, parallel twin cylinder, DOHC engine that offers better mass centralization and smooth handling are the main highlights of this bike.
The dual overhead camshafts of Kawasaki Ninja 250 ensures that the bike offers good low and mid range torque. The Kawasaki Ninja 250R is equipped with all those advanced features that are a prerequisite for a good biking experience. Bajaj Auto is hoping that Kawasaki Ninja 205 will offer good business as it will be the entry sports bike in India and its comparatively low price tag will surely attract the sports bike lovers who can not afford the available super bikes in India which are pricing above 10 lacs.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Kawasaki Ninja 250R ready to launch in India
Kawasaki Ninja 250R
Most awaited Kawasaki's Ninja 250R, a 249cc sports bike is expected to showing up on Indian roads by end of 2008. Kawasaki Ninja 250R features a 249cc four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin engine with a 6 speed manual gearbox which produces 31bhp power at 10,500rpm. and 22Nm torque at 9,500rpm. Its 249cc power plant provides the great acceleration to this machine so that Ninza 250R can hit 0-60mph(96kmph) in 5.74 seconds and it can run a quarter mile in 14.5 seconds. While 30bhp may not seems too much, but it is enough to cross the mark of 170km/h at speedometer.
Its 110/70mm(front)-130/70 mm(rear) wheels makes the handling capacity of this bike so qualitative. Its 37mm Telescopic front suspension and Bottom-Link Uni-Trak rear suspension reduces the jerks at the time of riding and improves the handling capacity. Its new Denso radiator provides better cooling with minimal space and weight.
Available colors in Kawasaki Ninja 250R are:
* Passion Red
* Lime Green
* Plasma Blue
* Ebony
The price of Ninja 250R is USD 3500(around 1.6lakh indian rupees). Bajaj will import the Ninja 250R in CKD form from Thailand to reduce the custom duties as well its cost. But this bike will not be directly imported, its parts will be imported and then assembled in the Indian Bajaj Auto's plant. Bajaj along with Kawasaki will be marketing it in India and is soon expected to be seen in the market in Bajaj Pro biking showrooms. The low price tag with an exceptional personality might give this sport bike a good start.
VEHICLE SUMMARY:
Engine : 249cc, 4-stroke, DOHC
Maximum Power : 31bhp @ 7500rpm
Maximum Torque : 22Nm @ 6000rpm
Gears : 6 Speed Manual
Valve Per Cylinder : 4
Chassis Type(Frame) : Diamond
Cooling Type : Liquid Cooling
Suspension(Front) : 36mm Hydraulic Telescopic Fork
Suspension(Rear) : Bottom-Link Uni-Trak
Brakes(Front) : 290mm Hydraulic Disc with Dual-Piston
Brakes(Rear) : 220mm Petal Disc with Dual-Piston
Wheel Type : Alloy Wheels
Wheel Size : 110/70-17 - 130/70-17 mm
Wheelbase : 1322.00 mm
Tyre : Tubeless
Fuel Tank Capacity : 18 liters
Weight : 169.6 kg.
Length : 1996.00 mm
Width : 670.00 mm
Height : 1072.00 mm
Fuel Guage : Analogue
Tacho Meter : Analogue
Trip Meter : Analogue
Speedometer : Analogue
Self Start : Available
Low Fuel Indicator : Available
Low Oil Indicator : Available
Low Battery Indicator : Available
Top Speed : 176km/h
Fuel Economy : Around 22-30kmpl
Kawasaki Ninja 250R
Most awaited Kawasaki's Ninja 250R, a 249cc sports bike is expected to showing up on Indian roads by end of 2008. Kawasaki Ninja 250R features a 249cc four-stroke, liquid-cooled, DOHC, parallel twin engine with a 6 speed manual gearbox which produces 31bhp power at 10,500rpm. and 22Nm torque at 9,500rpm. Its 249cc power plant provides the great acceleration to this machine so that Ninza 250R can hit 0-60mph(96kmph) in 5.74 seconds and it can run a quarter mile in 14.5 seconds. While 30bhp may not seems too much, but it is enough to cross the mark of 170km/h at speedometer.
Its 110/70mm(front)-130/70 mm(rear) wheels makes the handling capacity of this bike so qualitative. Its 37mm Telescopic front suspension and Bottom-Link Uni-Trak rear suspension reduces the jerks at the time of riding and improves the handling capacity. Its new Denso radiator provides better cooling with minimal space and weight.
Available colors in Kawasaki Ninja 250R are:
* Passion Red
* Lime Green
* Plasma Blue
* Ebony
The price of Ninja 250R is USD 3500(around 1.6lakh indian rupees). Bajaj will import the Ninja 250R in CKD form from Thailand to reduce the custom duties as well its cost. But this bike will not be directly imported, its parts will be imported and then assembled in the Indian Bajaj Auto's plant. Bajaj along with Kawasaki will be marketing it in India and is soon expected to be seen in the market in Bajaj Pro biking showrooms. The low price tag with an exceptional personality might give this sport bike a good start.
VEHICLE SUMMARY:
Engine : 249cc, 4-stroke, DOHC
Maximum Power : 31bhp @ 7500rpm
Maximum Torque : 22Nm @ 6000rpm
Gears : 6 Speed Manual
Valve Per Cylinder : 4
Chassis Type(Frame) : Diamond
Cooling Type : Liquid Cooling
Suspension(Front) : 36mm Hydraulic Telescopic Fork
Suspension(Rear) : Bottom-Link Uni-Trak
Brakes(Front) : 290mm Hydraulic Disc with Dual-Piston
Brakes(Rear) : 220mm Petal Disc with Dual-Piston
Wheel Type : Alloy Wheels
Wheel Size : 110/70-17 - 130/70-17 mm
Wheelbase : 1322.00 mm
Tyre : Tubeless
Fuel Tank Capacity : 18 liters
Weight : 169.6 kg.
Length : 1996.00 mm
Width : 670.00 mm
Height : 1072.00 mm
Fuel Guage : Analogue
Tacho Meter : Analogue
Trip Meter : Analogue
Speedometer : Analogue
Self Start : Available
Low Fuel Indicator : Available
Low Oil Indicator : Available
Low Battery Indicator : Available
Top Speed : 176km/h
Fuel Economy : Around 22-30kmpl
Honda Goldwing
Leading two-wheeler manufacturer Honda planning to launch its land cruiser bike Honda Goldwing in Indian market. Honda Goldwing is the Honda's most innovative bike yet that was first launched in Indian market in 1975 and it got good response by the performance bike lovers in past three decades. Honda Goldwing is equipped with lots of lots of advanced luxury features and it is well known for its car like luxury features, high performance and stylish look. Honda Goldwing offers the new features that were not present even in cars of its time, let alone bikes, and continues to do so to this very day.
At the time of the first launch of Honda Goldwing, it was among the first bikes on the world to offer water cooling, fuel pumps, and shaft drives. Even Honda Goldwing is the first bike that had the transmission system which was placed underneath its engine rather than behind which was more of the same used in manufacturing cars. Today however, its new features like weather tracking systems, satellite radio, and a whole bunch of advanced features makes it able to put any standard car to shame.
The revolutionary changes made in Honda Goldwing with the launch of its 2001 version and it would turn out to be the most advanced and luxurious bike that Honda has ever produced. The most markable change was its engine that has already mammoth displacement of 1500cc and it was increased to 1800cc along with fuel injection. Another major change was the introduction of the ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) system that was first introduced in any bike that is not only increased the riding safety, but also ushered a new level of rider confidence.
Honda Goldwing offers the airbags as an option along with the standard functions like, LCD display with Satellite Navigation system, Live weather tracking system, Traffic Information system, Voice control and prompting, Heated grips, seats and backrests with individual controls, Foot warming system that channels engine bay air onto the foot of the rider with the flick of a switch, 80 watt per dynamic audio system with an optional 6-CD changer with total of 6 Speakers, Electronic cruise control, Electronic reverse gear, Adjustable front windscreen, 147 litres of storage space, remote controlled trunk opener with horn actuated bike locator, CB radio that allows communication between passenger and rider with the use of a headset, Self adjustable headlight level, Large 33 litre fuel tank, Computer controlled rear suspension system, Fully illuminated handlebar and control surfaces, Tire pressure monitoring system and an endless accessories list.
Honda to launch new bike in 100cc segment
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India’s (HMSI) planning to launch new bike in entry-level 100 cc bike segment that might be a trump card for Japan’s Honda Motor Co to capture more share of the Indian two-wheeler market. The new Honda bike is expected to be priced in the range of Rs 40,000 to Rs 45,000. Two days back Honda launched the upgraded version of its most popular 125cc bike CBF Stunner to make its presence stronger in the Indian two-wheeler market.
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) President and CEO Shinji Aoyama said, "We are working on to launch a completely new bike in 100cc segment by the end of this financial year. It will be priced little bit higher than other 100cc bikes in the market now, but it will not be higher priced than the 125cc bikes. The new 100cc bike might be priced at around Rs 40,000 - Rs 45,000."
He added that the new 100cc bike would not 'cannibalise' Hero Honda's products.
"We are not aiming to make big business there (in the 100cc segment) but we want to satisfy people who want Honda products at that price," Aoyama said.
In India, the 100cc bike market is dominated by Hero Honda, which is a joint venture between Japanese auto major Honda and Munjals-promoted Hero Group. Few days back, HMSI announced that they will invest Rs 300 crore by the next three years to expand its manufacturing facilities, besides launching new models.
On 26th May, HMSI launched the upgraded version of its 125cc stylish bike -- CBF Stunner, priced at Rs 64,630 (ex-showroom, Delhi).
Honda launches New CBF Stunner
Leading two-wheeler manufacturer, HMSI (Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India Ltd.) launches the newer version of its most popular bike CBF Stunner. The New CBF Stunner will be priced at Rs 64,630/- (as -ex-showroom prices New Delhi). The New CBF Stunner has launched with facelifted look and with additional feature PGM-FI (Program Fuel Injection) technology that offers more power with high fuel efficiency.
HMSI Chief Executive Officer, Shinji Aoyama said that in the last financial year they sold around 10.7 lacs unit of its vehicles and Honda CBF Stunner plays an important role to achieve this high point. The New CBF Stunner will be available in the Indian market by the mid of this June onwards across all Honda showrooms.
The company is already selling Honda CBF Stunner FI in European market and plans to increase its sales figure in India as well. And the launch of new CBF Stunner comes as a part of Honda's strategy to make its market presence stronger in India. Honda launches the New CBF Stunner to target the youth with its stylish and sporty looks. New CBF Stunner is equipped with a 125cc, air-cooled, four stroke, PGM-FI engine that delivers 11.6bhp power.
Honda Intercepter ready to launch in India
Japan's leading two-wheeler manufacturer Honda ready to launch Honda Intercepter in India. Honda Intercepter which is also known as the VFR 800 is one of the most enduring machine in the world. Honda Intercepter is an overall compact and aggressive bike and its wide spacious seat that is closed by foot pegs and handlebars makes it much stylish bike.
Honda Intercepter will be equipped with a 781cc, liquid cooled, 4-stroke, V4 engine with 6-speed manual gearbox. The 781cc power plant of Honda Intercepter make this bike able to produce 107bhp power at 10,500 rpm and 80Nm torque at 8750 rpm and offers great acceleration to cross the mark 100kmph in just 3.5 seconds and make it able to achieve the top speed mark of 230kmph.
Main Features of Honda Interceptor:
* Two stainless-steel mufflers.
* 43mm Honda Multi-Action System cartridge front fork
* Linked Braking System.
* Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
* Four brilliant multireflector headlights.
Honda Intercepter is equipped with the latest VTEC technology that essentially means the engine transforms from a eight-valve to a 16-valve unit, depending on whether it's below or above 7000rpm, and offering a choice between maximum power or maximum economy.