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Wednesday, August 19, 2009
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Harley Davidson to hit Indian roads
New Delhi: American cult bike brand Harley Davidson can be seen cruising on Indian roads soon.
In return for allowing mango exports to the US, the Government on Friday relaxed emission and testing norms for the import of Harley Davidson bikes.
The Commerce Ministry on Friday notified that import of motorcycles up to 800 cc engine capacity or above subject to compliance to Euro III emission norms.
Individuals, firms and original equipment manufacturers with service networks would be allowed to import these bikes.
The relaxation followed an agreement reached at the India-US Trade Policy Forum meeting in New Delhi.
"We have reached an agreement... now Harley Davidson motorcycles can be imported while Indian mangoes will be available in the US markets," as quoted , Commerce and Industry Minister Kamal Nath said.
The Government has done away with the need for conducting homologation checks for these bikes. These tests are essential to see if imported vehicles meet Indian regulations. In place of this, test certificates of accredited agency will suffice.
Though bikes in India have to meet strict norms, Harley Davidson and other motorcycles of higher engine capacity have been given a liberal treatment. But they would have to meet at least Euro III norms.
US Trade Representative Susan Schwab on the other hand said, "Indian mangoes are only a few days away from the shipment".
The king of fruit has not been allowed to enter the US market due to various non-trade barriers and the last hitch of radiation testing is being addressed. A radiation testing facility is being set up in Mumbai on a cost-sharing basis.
Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi
Bajaj Auto launched the its new bike Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi to streghten their position premium segment. This new bike has a 220cc, oil-cooled, DTS-Fi engine with a 5 speed gearbox which produces 20 PS power at 8500rpm. and 19.12 Nm torque at 6500rpm. This bike is equipped with DTS-Fi(Digital Twin Spark Fuel Ignition) technology. The DTS-Fi technology helps in faster and better fuel combustion which makes it the fuel efficient bike in 220cc+ segment. This bike is embedded with 220cc power plant which provides the great acceleration to this bike so that Pulsar can hit 0-60kph in just 4.0 seconds and it can run a quarter mile in 16 seconds.
Features of Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi:
* DTS-Fi Tecnology
* Digital LCD Cosole Speedometer
* 6-Spoke Alloy Wheels
* Larger Tank Cowl
* Tubeless Tyres
* Oil Cooling
* Great Accelaration
* Muscular Frame
* Naked Chain Cover
The price of the Pulsar 220 is Rs 87,130, which is a competetive price for 220cc+ segment bike. Bajaj Auto hopes to sell more than five lakhs bike in the upcoming year and the low price tag of Pulsar might helps it to achieve its target. The Reviewers of the bike said that the street fighter looks of Pulsar make it the best looking naked bike in the 220cc segment. Further, the muscular frame, sporty front and rear view makes the Pulsar a must buy bike in its segment.
Available Colors of Pulsar:
* Silver
* Blue
* Red
VEHICLE SUMMARY:
Engine:
ENGINE TYPE : 4-Stroke, DTS-Fi
DISPLACEMENT : 220cc
MAXIMUM POWER : 20 PS @ 8500rpm
MAXIMUM TORQUE : 19.12 Nm @ 6500rpm
ACCELERATION : 0-60 Kmph in 4.0 Seconds
TOP SPEED : 135kph
STARTING : Self Start/Kick Start
IGNITION : Digital Twin Spark Fuel Ignition
COOLING TYPE : Oil-Cooling
TRANSMISSION:
CLUTCH : Multi-Disc Wet Type
GEAR BOX : 5 Speed Costant Mesh
CHASSIS TYPE : Tubular Double Cradle
SUSPENSION:
FRONT : Telescopic, 130mm Stroke
REAR : Mono Tube 5-Step Adjustable Canister - Gas Filled Shock Absorbers
BRAKES:
FRONT : 260mm, Twin Calipers Disc Brake
REAR : 200mm, Single Caliper Disc Brake
WHEELS AND TYRES:
WHEEL TYPE : Alloy
TYRE TYPE : Tubeless
TYRE SIZE(FRONT) : 90 x 90 - 17
TYRE SIZE(REAR) : 120 x 80 - 17
FUEL TANK:
FUEL CAPACITY : 15 Ltrs
FUEL RESERVE : 3 Ltrs
DIMENSIONS:
LENGTH : 2035.00 mm
WIDTH : 750.00 mm
HEIGHT : 1165.00 mm
WHEELBASE : 1350.00 mm
GROUND CLEARANCE : 165 mm
KERB WEIGHT : 150 Kg.
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE:
FUEL GUAGE : Digital
TACHO METER : Analogue
TRIP METER : Digital
SPEEDOMETER : Digital
SELF START : Available
LOW FUEL INDICATOR : Available
LOW OIL INDICATOR : None
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR : None
FUEL CONSUMPTION(CITY) : Around 35 Km/Litre
FUEL CONSUMPTION(HIGHWAY) : Around 45 Km/Litre
Bullet Machismo 500
Royal Enfield has launched its next cruiser bike, Bullet Machismo 500. The new Bullet Machismo 500 is a foxy combination of the cutting edge technology, higher torque, comfort and style. Bike reviewers said that Bullet is the Indian version of Harley Davidson and it is the only true cruiser bike available in Indian motorcycle market. This new bike is equipped with a 499cc, air-cooled, OHV engine with a 5 speed gearbox which produces 24 PS power at 5600rpm and 40.85 Nm torque at 3500rpm.
Bullet Machismo is the first motorcycle in the Indian motorcycle market which has the true cruiser and classical image and features. The spoked wheels, a sleek muffler with alluminium finish engine, gas filled rear shock absorber gives this bike a deadly looks.
The 499cc power-plant of produces the great acceleration which helps this bike to touch the 60 Kmph speed in just 5 seconds and make it able to cross the barrier of 130 Kmph. Its 19 x 3.25mm(front)and 19 x 3.5 mm(rear) wheels makes the handling capacity of this bike so qualitative. Its Telescopic Hydraulic front suspension and Swing Arm, Gas filled rear shock absorber reduces the jerks at the time of riding and improves the handling of this motorcycle.
Attractive Features of Machismo 500:
* Muscular Frame
* Shiny Spoked Wheels
* Long Wheelbase at 1370mm for Better Stability
* Large Fuel Tank(14.5 Ltrs)
* Excellent Braking(280mm front disc brake)
* Better Fuel Efficiency
* Great Acceleration
* Classical Wind-Shield
* Classical Headlamp
* Spacious Leather Bag
Available Colors of Bullet Machismo 500:
* Black
* Alberto Green
Royal Enfield decided to sell just about five hundred Machismo 500 in upcoming year. This grand bike Bullet Machismo 500 from Royal Enfield has a heavy price tag starting from Rs.1.05 Lacs.
VEHICLE SUMMARY:
Engine:
ENGINE TYPE : Air-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder, OHV
DISPLACEMENT : 499cc
MAXIMUM POWER : 24 PS @ 5600rpm
MAXIMUM TORQUE : 40.85 Nm @ 3500rpm
CARBURETOR : BS 29, Constant Vaccum
ACCELERATION : 0-60 Kmph in 5 Seconds
TOP SPEED : 130kph
STARTING : Kick Start
IGNITION : TCI
TRANSMISSION:
CLUTCH : Multiplate Wet
GEAR BOX : 5 Speed
SUSPENSION:
FRONT : Telescopic, Hydraulic Damping
REAR : Swing Arm, Adjustable Gas Filled Shock Absorbers
BRAKES:
FRONT : 280mm Hydraulic Dia Disc Brake
REAR : Internal Expansion (Drum), 6"
WHEELS AND TYRES:
WHEEL TYPE : Spoked Wheels
TYRE SIZE(FRONT) : 19 x 3.25, 4/6 PR
TYRE SIZE(REAR) : 19 x 3.5, 4/6 PR
FUEL TANK:
TOTAL FUEL CAPACITY : 14.5 Ltrs
FUEL RESERVE : 2 Ltrs
DIMENSIONS:
LENGTH : 2120.00 mm
WIDTH : 750.00 mm
HEIGHT : 1080.00 mm
WHEELBASE : 1370.00 mm
GROUND CLEARANCE : 140 mm
KERB WEIGHT : 185 kg.
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE:
HEAD LAMP : 12V, 45W/40W
FUEL GUAGE : Analouge
TACHO METER : None
TRIP METER : None
SPEEDOMETER : Analogue
SELF START : None
LOW FUEL INDICATOR : None
LOW OIL INDICATOR : NONE
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR : NONE
Fuel CONSUMPTION(CITY) : Around 33 Km/Litre
Fuel CONSUMPTION(HIGHWAY) : Around 45 Km/Litre
Thunderbird Twinspark
Royal Enfield has launched its most awaited cruiser bike, Thunderbird Twinspark in 350cc segment. Royal Enfield launched this cruiser bike to target the Indian youth with its power and classical look. The new Thunderbird Twinspark is a foxy combination of the cutting edge technology, higher torque, comfort and style. Thunderbird Twinspark is the first motorcycle by the Royal Enfield which has the powerful UCE(Unit Construction Engine) engine with the integrated gearbox. The UCE engine of this bike improves the reliability & reduce the manual intervention needed for smooth functioning of the engine.
This new motorcycle has a 346cc, air-cooled, OHV, Unit Constructed Engine with a 5 speed gearbox which produces 19.8 bhp power at 5250rpm and 28 Nm torque at 4000rpm. This is the first motorcycle in the Indian motorcycle market which has the true cruiser and classical image and features. The shiny spoked wheels, a sleek muffler with heat shield silencer, gas filled rear shock absorber and electronic flasher gives this motorcycle a deadly look.
The 346cc power-plant of of this bike produces the great acceleration which make this bike able to touch the 60 Kmph speed in just 5 seconds and break the barrier of 130 Kmph. Its 19 x 3.25mm(front)and 19 x 3.5 mm(rear) wheels makes the handling capacity of this bike so qualitative. Its Telescopic Hydraulic front suspension and Swing Arm, Gas filled rear shock absorber reduces the jerks at the time of riding and improves the handling of this bike. The on road price of this grand bike, Thunderbird Twinspark is Rs. 1.06 Lacs.
Features of Thunderbird Twinspark:
* Muscular Frame
* Ergonomically Designed High Density Foam Seats
* MFR Headlamp
* Electronic Flasher
* Self Start
* Shiny Spoked Wheels
* Low Vibration at High Speed
* Long Wheelbase at 1370mm for Better Stability
* Large Fuel Tank(15.5 Ltrs)
* Excellent Braking(280mm front disc brake)
* Better Fuel Efficiency
* Great Acceleration
Available Colors of Thunderbird Twinspark:
* Red
* Black
* Silver
VEHICLE SUMMARY:
Engine:
ENGINE TYPE : Air-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder, OHV
DISPLACEMENT : 346cc
MAXIMUM POWER : 19.8 bhp @ 5250rpm
MAXIMUM TORQUE : 28 Nm @ 4000rpm
CARBURETOR : BS 29, Constant Vaccum
ACCELERATION : 0-60 Kmph in 5 Seconds
TOP SPEED : 130kph
STARTING : Kick Start/Self Start
IGNITION : Electronic TCI
TRANSMISSION:
CLUTCH : Multiplate Wet
GEAR BOX : 5 Speed
SUSPENSION:
FRONT : Telescopic, Hydraulic Damping
REAR : Swing Arm, Gas Filled Shock Absorbers
BRAKES:
Front : 280mm Hydraulic Dia Disc Brake
Rear : Drum Brake, Single Lead(Dia 152.4mm or 6" drum brake)
WHEELS AND TYRES:
WHEEL TYPE : Spoked Wheels
TYRE SIZE(FRONT) : 19 x 3.25, 6/4 PR
TYRE SIZE(REAR) : 19 x 3.5, 6/4 PR
FUEL TANK:
TOTAL FUEL CAPACITY : 15.5 Ltrs
FUEL RESERVE : 2 Ltrs
DIMENSIONS:
LENGTH : 2120.00 mm
WIDTH : 780.00 mm
HEIGHT : 1080.00 mm
WHEELBASE : 1370.00 mm
GROUND CLEARANCE : 135 mm
KERB WEIGHT : 182 kg.
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE:
HEAD LAMP : 12V, 35W/35W, MFR(Multi Focal Reflector)
FUEL GUAGE : Analouge
TACHO METER : Analouge
TRIP METER : Analouge
SPEEDOMETER : Analogue
SELF START : Available
LOW FUEL INDICATOR : Available
LOW OIL INDICATOR : Available
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR : Available
FUEL CONSUMPTION(CITY) : Around 40 Km/Litre
FUEL CONSUMPTION(HIGHWAY) : Around 50 Km/Litre
Bullet Electra 5S
Bullet Electra 5S has launched by Royal Enfield to attract the Indian youth with its classical and stylish looks. The new Bullet Electra 5S is a foxy combination of the cutting edge technology, higher torque, power, comfort and style with a classical look. Bike reviewers said that Bullet Electra 5S is the Indian version of Harley Davidson and it is the only true cruiser bike available in Indian motorcycle market. Bullet Electra 5S is equipped with a 346cc, air-cooled, OHV engine with a 5 speed gearbox which produces 18 Bhp power at 5000rpm and 32 Nm torque at 3000rpm. Bullet Electra 5S is the first motorcycle in the Indian motorcycle market which has the true cruiser and classical image and features. The shiny spoked wheels, glass wool filled silencer with alluminium finish engine, gas filled rear shock absorber gives this bike a deadly looks.
The 346cc power-plant of Bullet Electra 5S produces the great acceleration which helps this bike to cross the mark of 60 Kmph speed in just 6.7 seconds and make it able to touch the barrier of 110 Kmph. Its 19 x 3.25mm(front)and 19 x 3.5 mm(rear) wheels makes the handling capacity of this bike so qualitative. The telescopic hydraulic front suspension and swing arm, gas filled rear shock absorber of this bike reduces the jerks during ride and improves the handling and provide better stability to this bike.
Attractive Features of Bullet Electra 5S:
* Glass Wool Filled Silencer
* Gas Filled Rear Shock Absorber
* Muscular Frame
* Shiny Spoked Wheels
* Long Wheelbase at 1370mm for Better Stability
* Large Fuel Tank(14.5 Ltrs)
* Excellent Braking(280mm front disc brake)
* Great Acceleration
* Classical MFR Headlamp
Available Colors of Bullet Electra 5S:
* Red
* Black
The price of Bullet Electra 5S is Rs. 74,159/- (As a Ex Showroom price new Delhi).
VEHICLE SUMMARY:
ENGINE:
ENGINE TYPE : Air-Cooled, 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder, OHV
DISPLACEMENT : 346cc
MAXIMUM POWER : 18 Bhp @ 5000rpm
MAXIMUM TORQUE : 32 Nm @ 3000rpm
CARBURETOR : Micrab VM 24
ACCELERATION : 0-60 Kmph in 6.7 Seconds
TOP SPEED : 110kph
STARTING : Self Start/Kick Start
IGNITION : Digital TCI
TRANSMISSION:
CLUTCH : Multiplate Wet
GEAR BOX : 5 Speed
SUSPENSION:
FRONT : 130mm Stroke, Telescopic, Hydraulic Damping
REAR : Swing Arm, Adjustable Gas Filled Shock Absorbers
BRAKES:
FRONT : 280mm, Hydraulic Dia Disc Brake
REAR : Internal Expansion (Drum), 6"
WHEELS AND TYRES:
WHEEL TYPE : Spoked Wheels
TYRE SIZE(FRONT) : 19 x 3.25, 4/6 PR
TYRE SIZE(REAR) : 19 x 3.5, 4/6 PR
FUEL TANK:
TOTAL FUEL CAPACITY : 14.5 Ltrs
FUEL RESERVE : 2 Ltrs
DIMENSIONS:
LENGTH : 2120.00 mm
WIDTH : 750.00 mm
HEIGHT : 1080.00 mm
WHEELBASE : 1370.00 mm
GROUND CLEARANCE : 140 mm
KERB WEIGHT : 175 kg.
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE:
HEAD LAMP : 12V, 35W/35W
FUEL GUAGE : Analouge
TACHO METER : None
TRIP METER : None
SPEEDOMETER : Analogue
SELF START : Available
LOW FUEL INDICATOR : None
LOW OIL INDICATOR : None
LOW BATTERY INDICATOR : None
Fuel CONSUMPTION(CITY) : Around 39 Km/Litre
Fuel CONSUMPTION(HIGHWAY) : Around 48 Km/Litre
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