Suzuki Inazuma 250

Suzuki Motor Corporation of Japan has launched its 250 cc parallel twin cylinder motorcycle Inazuma 250 (GW 250) in United Kingdom with an outstanding on road price of £3 ,499 (Rs. 3 lakhs approx.).  At the price of £3 ,499 it is cheaper by £500 (Rs. 43,000 approx.) than Honda CBR 250R and £1100 (Rs. 94,000 approx.) than Kawasaki Ninja 250R in UK. Besides this, the company claims 30 km/liter mileage (WMTC mode) which is higher than Honda CBR 250R 27km/liter (WMTC mode).

Inazuma 250 comes with liquid cooled, SOHC, twin cylinder, fuel injected, 250cc engine which generates maximum power of 26bhp @ 8,500 rpm and maximum torque of 24.2 Nm@ 7,000 rpm. It has six speed transmission optimized for low to mid range speeds suitable for city traffic and highway cruising.  It comes with Suzuki Dual Throttle Valve (SDTV) system for better throttle response and combustion efficiency. It also has Suzuki Exhaust Tuning (SET) servo-controlled butterfly valve which enhances low to mid range torque.

The frame of Inazuma has been designed carefully to combine advantages of tubular street motorcycle frame and twin spar sports motorcycle frame. It has dual disc brakes. The front has fully floating 310 mm disc with dual piston calipers while the rear has 240 mm disc with single piston caliper.  The front suspension uses Telescopic front forks while the rear suspension comes with link type monoshock suspension with 7 way adjustable spring preload.  The front comes with 110/80 *17 inch tyre while the rear comes with 140/70*17 inch tyre.

The styling looks like front biased street fighter naked motorcycle inspired from the B-King.  The front headlight looks like broader headlight of Yamaha Libero, it comes with dual filament halogen bulb and integrated dual position lights with patterned blue lenses.  The rear tail lights look sober. The side lights are incorporated within tank scoops which looks unique. The tank shape is designed to offer adequate knee recess to rider. It has sporty riding seating position.

It has very functional instrument panel which comes with analog tachometer and a large digital LCD display which shows gear position, coolant temperature, odometer, trip meter, fuel consumption meter clock and a 3 mode rpm indicator to have better fuel efficiency and power for individual riding style.  The fit and finish quality is top class. Suzuki also offers 2 year warranty and one year road side assistance which is included in above price. Currently its available in two colors Black and Candy Cardinal Red. The motorcycle will hit the showroom in September.

Suzuki GB’s Paul de Lusignan said, “Since we announced the Inazuma 250 we have been very pleased to see the level of interest it has generated both at Motorcycle Live and in our dealer’s showrooms. With this newly announced price, 250cc power and superb fuel economy it’s a very real alternative for the commuter. Combine this with Suzuki’s renowned reliability and our superb dealer network and its fair to say that the Inazuma offers excellent value and peace of mind motorcycling.”

Suzuki Inazuma 250 Motorcycle  in India

The pricing of this motorcycle speaks a lot. It seems that Suzuki also has plans to launch this motorcycle in India positioning against Honda CBR250R. It will come at a price discount of Rs. 10,000-20,000 compared to Honda CBR250R. It does not have front fairing but it will come with twin cylinder engine which Honda CBR 250R does not have. Let’s wait for this motorcycle to be launched in India.

Inazuma 250 Technical Specifications

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Engine capacity: 248cc
Engine: 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, liquid-cooled, SOHC
Bore: 53.5mm x 55.2mm
Compression ratio: 11.5:1
Starter: Electric
Ignition: Electronic (Transistorised)
Fuel system: Fuel Injection
Transmission: 6-speed constant mesh
Drive: Chain

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Overall length: 2145mm
Overall width: 760mm
Overall height: 1075mm
Wheelbase: 1430mm
Seat height: 780mm
Ground Clearance: 165mm
Kerb Weight: 180 Kg
Fuel capacity: 13.3litres

CHASSIS SPECIFICATION

Front suspension: Telescopic, Coil spring, Oil damped
Rear suspension: Swing arm, Coil spring, Oil damped
Front brakes: Disc: 310 fully floating disc with two piston caliper
Rear brakes: Disc: 240 mm single disc with one piston caliper
Front tyres: 110/80-17M/C 57H
Rear tyres: 140/70-17M/C 66H

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The New 2012 KTM 990 Adventure

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                         Thanks to its authentic rallying heritage, the 990 Adventure is just as likely to go on extended trips into the desert as surfing through the curves. With a stable chassis, a disconnectible ABS, and plenty of touring goodies, the 990 Adventure is the most offroad-capable travel enduro in the world.

                           The 990 Adventure has been designed to fit the needs of riders everywhere. The perfectly padded twin-level seat ensures firm contact with the ground for all riders and long-distance comfort for both rider and pillion, while also providing crystal-clear feedback for a sportier pace. Even the fairing on the Adventure provides effective protection from the wind and weather while also accommodating the clearly structured multi-function cockpit that supplies the rider with all essential information. For all of the details KTM went through to build a bike that’s exceptionally built as this one, one of the most underrated features of the 990 Adventure is the orange powder-coated, extra-stable tubular crash bars so that the bodywork is not so quickly damaged in the event of any spills or crashes.

                             To compliment the 990 Adventure’s world-class styling, the bike also carries a powerful, water-cooled V-engine that produces 114 horsepower – precisely the power you need on fast motorways or in deep sand, making for an impressive combination of powerful acceleration, superb performance, and spontaneous throttle response.

Engine

The 990 Adventure’s water-cooled V-engine produces 85 kW (114 hp) – precisely the power you need on fast motorways or in deep sand. The engine impresses with powerful acceleration, superb performance and spontaneous throttle response.

Aside from optimum combustion chamber design, the major factors behind the outstanding performance of the 990 Adventure’s V-twin with 75° cylinder angle are the state-of-the-art four-valve cylinder heads, each with flow-optimized ducts and two overhead camshafts.

Particularly lightweight pistons and connecting rods bestow the 990 Adventure’s V2 engine with reduced reciprocating weight and hence a decidedly spontaneous responsiveness, underlining its extremely sporty engine characteristics.

Frame and Suspension

The 990 Adventure’s tubular space frame made from thin-walled chrome-molybdenum steel tubing with a bolted-on, light alloy subframe only weighs 10.5 kg, yet it impresses with exemplary torsional stiffness. The long swingarm with conical profiles contributes plenty of mechanical grip.

Thanks to multiple setting options, the upside-down telescopic fork and the directly connected shock absorber from WP Suspension allow optimum adjustment of the chassis to suit the individual operational use of the versatile Adventure.

Brakes and Wheels

More than adequate deceleration is ensured on the Adventure by Brembo brakes featuring the very finest components, such as two floating 300 mm front brake discs. Stable wire-spoked wheels with all-round tires guarantee perfect suitability for touring with full offroad potential.

ABS

The disconnectible dual-circuit ABS system developed in cooperation with Bosch offers total protection against over-braking in all sports and touring situations, while maintaining the full effect and perfect feedback of a genuine sports brake thanks to very fine sensors.

Features

In addition to the standard engine guard, should the worst come to the worst, the Adventure is also equipped with orange powder-coated, extra-stable tubular crash bars, so that the bodywork is not so quickly damaged.

The fairing on the Adventure provides effective protection from the wind and weather and accommodates the clearly structured multi-function cockpit that supplies the rider with all essential information. The fuel tanks with a combined capacity of 19.5 l ensure a long useful working range.

Along with rally styling, the Adventure’s perfectly padded twin-level seat ensures firm contact with the ground for all riders and long-distance comfort for both rider and pillion, while also providing crystal-clear feedback for a sportier pace. The large fuel tank surfaces ensure perfect leg contact for riding standing up.

There is no shortage of details on the Adventure that distinguish it as a genuine travel enduro: from the practical, easily operated center stand, the lockable stowage compartment between the tanks and the on-board electrical socket, to the robust engine guard, stable crash bars and hand guards.

Specifications

Design	2-Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Spark-Ignition Engine, 75° V Arrangement, Liquid-Cooled
Displacement	999 Cm³
Bore	101 Mm
Stroke	62.4 Mm
Performance	84.5 KW (113.3 Hp)
Starting Aid	Electric Starter
Transmission	6-Speed, Claw Shifted
Engine Lubrication	Dry-Sump Lubrication With 2 Rotor Pumps
Primary Gear Ratio	35:67
Secondary Gear Ratio	16:42
Cooling System	Liquid Cooling System, Continuous Circulation Of Cooling Liquid With Water Pump
Clutch	Wet Multi-Disc Clutch / Hydraulically Operated
Ignition System	Contactless, Controlled, Fully Electronic Ignition System With Digital Ignition Timing Adjustment
Frame	Tubular Space Frame Made From Chrome Molybdenum Steel, Powder-Coated
Forks	WP Suspension Up Side Down 4860 MXMA PA
Shock Absorber	WP Suspension PDS 5018 DCC PA
Suspension Travel Front	210 Mm
Suspension Travel Rear	210 Mm
Brake System Front	Twin-Disc Brake With Floating Brake Calipers And Brake Discs
Brake System Rear	Single-Disc Brake With Floating Brake Caliper And Brake Disc
Brake System	Two Independent Brake Circuits With ABS (Antilock Brake System) - Brembo/Bosch
Brake Discs - Diameter Front	300 Mm
Brake Discs - Diameter Rear	240 Mm
Chain	5/8 X 5/16” X‑Ring
Steering Head Angle	63.4°
Wheel Base	1,570 Mm
Ground Clearance (Unloaded)	261 Mm
Seat Height (Unloaded)	880 Mm
Total Fuel Tank Capacity Approx.	20 L Unleaded Premium Fuel (95 RON)
Weight Without Fuel Approx.	209.5 Kg

QuotesTotal Motorcycle----"Ambitious off-road riders also welcome the option of disengaging it as needed. At 115 hp and 100 Nm of torque, the dynamic, 75° V-twin now has even more power to eat up the miles, also with a pillion. The powerful engine, the low weight and the fantastic agility make the Adventure a truly great ride."Rider Magazine----"KTM’s 999cc LC8 V-twin powers three models, the 990 SMT ABS, 990 Adventure ABS and 990 Adventure R. The 990 SMT ABS gets a new tool-operated rear preload adjuster, radial-mount Brembo front calipers with radial front master cylinder and a two-channel Bosch ABS system. The 2012 990 Adventure ABS is based on the 2011 990 Adventure Dakar, with orange powdercoated frame and engine guards, new wrap-around hand guards, easier-lifting center stand and new colors/graphics. The 990 Adventure R gets revised suspension settings and an inch-lower seat height (35.2 inches). The Super Duke and Supermoto R have been dropped."

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Honda CBR 150R 2012

Honda first wooed enthusiasts by displaying its CBR150R at the Delhi Auto Expo in January 2012. Honda launched the world-class economy sport bike at Rs 1,17,385 ex-showroom, Delhi.

Honda has launched the smaller CBR 150R in the Indian auto market at Rs 1,16,385 (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the Standard and Rs. 1,17,385 (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the Deluxe variant.

The CBR 150R has a light and compact DOHC 150cc engine which produces a peak power of 17.6PS at 10,500rpm and a peak torque of 12.66Nm at 8,500rpm, which is ideal for city riding conditions. The CBR’s engine, mated to a six-speed gearbox, will be liquid-cooled and fuel-injected with their patented PGM-FI technology. Front & rear disc brakes will be standard on the bike, it will also have mono-suspension and wide front and rear tubeless tyres offering better stability while cornering.

Engine

The Honda CBR150R is based on a 149cc 4-stroke carburetted single cylinder 4 valve DOHC engine with 11.0:1 compression and CDI ignition, mated to a 6-speed wet clutch manual transmission. Honda CBR150R generates 18.5 Bhp at 10500 rpm and 13.5 Nm of torque at 8500 rpm. It is not a fuel injected version as is in its die-hard rivals which can prove a flaw to some of the bikers.

Design And Comfort

Honda CBR150R comes loaded with the fine tuned mesmeric features making it one of the most sought after bikes among the bike lovers. It features a unique eye design lights which give safety for the night ride. The side mirror handles come in line with the windshield as we see in the big bikes. The round built-in tail lights with separated signal lights further enhance the sporty look. It has a well designed speedometer with clear display of speed, rpm, fuel, lights and engine temperature at one glance. Like the other high end bikes in the country, the Honda CBR150R is sure enough to feature disc brakes at the front and rear so that it can compete with its competitors altogether. No wonder, this bike shows the persona to become a great lure in the biking community in the country.

Ride And Handling

Honda CBR150R employs telescopic shocks at the front while the rear depends on the monoshock. The 4-level adjustable monoshock suspension serves more dynamic and responsive feedback even in undulating road conditions. Brakes are discs at both the front and rear, sized 276mm at the front and 220mm at the rear. They are the perfect stuff with the high precision which can keep the bike in foolproof control avoiding every bit of chance mishap or trouble.

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	CBR150R
Type:	Sports
VERDICT
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	149.4cc
Engine:	149.4cc, 4-stroke
Maximum Power:	17.58 Bhp @ 10500 rpm
Maximum Torque:	12.66 Nm @ 8500 rpm
Gears:	6 Manual
Clutch:	Wet Multi Plate
Bore:	63.5
Stroke:	47.2
No. of Cylinders:	1
Valve Per Cylinder:	4
Chassis Type:	Twin Tube Diamond
Cooling Type:	Liquid Cooling
DIMENSIONS
Length:	2000.00 mm
Width:	825.00 mm
Height:	1120.00 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Weight:	138.00 kg
Ground Clearance:	190.00 mm
Fuel Tank:	13.00 ltrs
Wheelbase:	1305.00 mm
Electrical System:	NA
Headlamp:	12V 60/55W H4
Battery Type:	Maintenance Free
Battery Voltage:	12V
Battery Capacity:	6Ah
Horn:	Dual
Wheel Type:	Alloys
Wheel Size:	100/80-17 - 130/70-17 mm

Colors:                     Black with Pearl Sunbeam White, Sports Red with Pearl Sunbeam White

Tubeless :                 Yes, both front & rear

Variants of 2012 New Honda CBR150R

- Honda CBR150R Standard
- Honda CBR150R Deluxe
Honda CBR150R is available in two variants - Standard and Deluxe. The Deluxe variant features sporty graphics and Standard variant is available in red and black shade only. Technically both the variants are same.

Price of 2012 New Honda CBR150R

- Honda CBR150R Standard - Rs. 1,16,385.00 (Ex-showroom New Delhi)
- Honda CBR150R Deluxe - Rs. 1,17,385.00 (Ex-showroom New Delhi)

Honda CBR150R has been priced very competitively at Rs. 1,16,385.00 for the standard variant and Rs. 1,17,385.00 for the deluxe variant. The price seems to be quite reasonable considering the fact that it features a liquid cooled 150cc engine. The on-road price of Honda CBR150R in Mumbai is Rs. 1,34,000.00 for the standard variant and Rs. 1,35,000.00 for the deluxe variant.

Instrument Cluster of 2012 New Honda CBR150R

- Digital plus analogue combo instrument panel
- Digital speedometer, fuel gauge and trip meter
- Analogue tachometer

2012 Honda CBR150R features a very neat instrument cluster which is dominated by the analogue tachometer in centre and digital speedometer is placed below it. The orange backlight for the screen looks very cool especially at nigh.

Suspension & Brakes of 2012 New Honda CBR150R

- Tube type one side/both side operation
- 276mm front disc and 220mm rear disc

2012 Honda CBR150R uses tube type one side operating suspension at the front while the rear is a tube type both side operating suspension. Brakes are discs at both the front and rear, sized 276mm at the front and 220mm at the rear. Most of the high end bikes in India now feature disc brakes like we have seen in Apache RTR 180, Bajaj Pulsar 220, Hero Honda Karizma ZMR & Yamaha R15.

   

Shades Available in 2012 New Honda CBR150R

New 2012 Honda CBR150R Standard is available in two shades:
- Black with Pearl Sunbeam White
- Sports Red with Pearl Sunbeam White

New 2012 Honda CBR150R Deluxe is available in two shades:
- Black with Candy Palm Green
- Vibrant Orange with Pearl Sunbeam White colour

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