Indian Bikes - Segment Width increases

As per the current scenario in our Indian Automobile Industry especially the motorcycle segment is itself increases its width and in volume. Each segment bike has Economy and Performance range with in it. (Say100 cc segment which is meant for Economy has also got performance range included in it)

The change in the market segment is actually based on the requirements of the people of India who actually have varied taste in choosing their bikes.

Initially 100cc segment bikes ruled the roads in 90's. But later 2000 every thing started to change and the new era has begun. Pulsar, CBZ, Karizma are one among them who increased the demand for performance bikes.

However, today the trend has been changed and people look into performance even for the 100c bikes, this can be understood by the overwhelming response for the CB Twister. Very soon we'll be analyzing the best bikes that were released in the market recently.

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Pulsart 135 LS - User Review by JK

Dear Visitors,

It gives me immense pleasure for me to present you with the User review of Pulsar 135 LS, The smallest yet another rebellious Pulsar. Pulsar 135 LS has over taken all the bikes including Japanese motorcycles of Yamaha, Suzuki and Honda.

Review by J.Keerthi Vaasan

Hi people, i bought my bike on 13th FEB 2010 and i will share my experience with you bikers.As of now i have completed 1000 km & had finished one service.The review part has been divided into 4 categories:Looks, Performance, Handling, Comfort.

1)Looks:Ppl will like the front and side profile.but many gets turned off by the rear esp the tyre hugger(even i do).But it's there to comply with the norms.I also don't like the rear lamp taken from xcd135.I loved the one shown in xcd sprint concept.If bajaj had installed those it wud have completely revamped Ls rear profile by a huge margin.Also the side scoops given in sprint concept wouldd have greatly accentuated the Ls tank by giving it a big bike feel had they given it here.
Overall,with aggressive front & side, and radical rear. its up to u to decide.I bought it coz i am wont be looking at the rear when i am in the bike.So fine with me.

2)Performance:Houses a very rev happy engine.Strain free even at 100km/hr on solo ride.4 valve enhances both performance and efficiency of engine when compared with others(like xcd 135,disco 135) in its segment.The engine exhibits dual nature.maintain it within 4k Rpm mark(around 50 km/hr mark) engine behaves calm stress & vibe free which u wont find in bigger pulsars(P.S:i am not hyping it as being butter smooth like unicorn,GS150 but when compared to its bigger bros this thing is definitely smooth), or rev hard engine gives u pulsar grunt and accelerates from the word go.Of course there is vibes but at a particular speed range typically from 70-80 km and then from 100 km.Elsewhere its stress free.
Braking is done by 240mm front disc & 110 mm drum.overall these two do more than a fine job of stopping the bike from high speeds.(Overdrive performance specs)
0-60km _ 5.5 sec
0-100km_ 17.8sec
60-0km _ 2.5 sec

All these in real world translates into peppy rev free engine ready to blast at flick of wrist amidst heavy city traffic.
Overall a POCKET ROCKET

3)Handling:As This bike is very light(122 kg) it lends a very light nimble feel ready to throw into corners.It turns sharp and deep and confidence inspiring...
However to aid in this nimble nature, the rear suspension is made a little stiff.Hence it feels little hard over pot holes..but those who wont flick their bike much & do regular driving can set their suspension to a softer level, it'll improve the ride quality...
Since the light nature en thrills you with nimble flick able drive, it loses on stability front...In the strict sense this bike is meant to be ridden on tarmac..Switch it to gravels and loose rock you will feel the bike shaking...
But you cant get all guys.light weight gives you flick ability but loses stability over uneven surfaces, adding some weight will get you good stability but you'll lose out on the easy flick-ability front.

4)Comfort:I really hate the seat.Its too damn stiff and pains the butt quickly.So i advice ppl to cushion the seats as soon as you buy.Also the rear shocks is stiff and doesn't absorb the shocks that well.But other than that there isn't much to complain.The seating position is just like elder pulsar.So the bike will be comfortable if these two annoyance is fixed.I am 5'9" and i don't have any problem with the bike..it fits nicely and also has good knee recess.

Summing it up, this bike is a very potent city slicker with good diving characteristics and power.If ridden gently(around 50km/hr.this is the max u can get around in cities most of the time) it gives me around 70kmpl, I have verified it numerous time.If pushed harder mileage ends up at 60kmpl.Rides really well on roads, loses stability over uneven surfaces.The bike may not be that comfortable over long journeys(>500 km) but i ask how many ppl really make those journeys!!!

Indian Bikes review's comments on the Review:

1. The Mud Guard of the bike was much needed so as to avoid the Tyre to throw water on the followers during rainy season. Another good reason is the pillion will be worried for the same reason but now there is no problem with Pulsar 135 espeially ladies wearing white sarees will always prefer Pulsar 135 LS
2. Seats and Suspension - It was designed considering the heavy luggage it need to carry. May be it would be difficult for solo ride. but with a pillion too heavy (>75Kgs) you'll still enjoy the ride where most of the bikes make it a hell for bike's engine. Still i believe that the Bike's suspension has to be reliable depending on the User's need (let's discuss on this in detail in my following posts)
3. Crossing 500Kms is not a big deal with Pulsar135LS, unless or until suitable condition favors. Before that Bajaj 135LS is a commuter and it will suit and perform at the max when to travel less than 50Kms
   

Any How Keerthi's review was great and we loved it as it showed his strong Passion towards his bike.


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Rocking Year for Bajaj 2010

The Bajaj, leader of Indian bikes who has been stated that "They'll loose Market" after the Re-entry of Yamaha (with its R15 and FZ-series bikes) and Suzuki (with GS150R).

But times are not for a long time. Pulsar revamped again the statmenet.

The New Pulsar 135, Pulsar 150, Pulsar 180, Pulsar 220i and Finally Ninja. All in a row within a short span of 3 months made a better market competition and out of it Bajaj won because of its Good performance bike engines provided at a low cost with good fuel efficiency too.

So What more to say...

Bajaj has rocked again and made their possession more stronger in the Market.

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Pulsar 135 LS - Small Thunder

Pulsar 135 with its predecessor's name is not worthless when compared with other bikes of its segment.

Pulsar 135 Engine is from Discover 135(old) though there are many upgrades which just brings the bike to the peak of performance. Out of which, i would say the best upgrade was the four-valved engine which provides the bike a better output than we think from a tiny 135cc engine.

First when i started the bike, it was just like XCD engine, but still i could find the difference in the Exhaust sound which sounded something rebellious. Since it was my first ride with Pulsar135 i don't wanted to clock top speed. But once i started my ride smoothly, i shocked to see my bike crossing 65kmph at no efforts. The bike's vibration slightly disturbed me that am driving fast(other pulsars will disturb gradually) . (Vibrations are not like XCD that's really cool). Actually i should not compare it with any of the 125cc or 135cc bikes. Its worthy to be compared with 150cc bikes.

The bike is very light and also carries a small engine tank unlike other pulsar, due to this Kutti (Chotta) pulsar, can rock the roads easier due to lessr weight that it carries.

About pickup, the pulsar135 has a good pickup. Am able to reach 0-60kmph within in 6 secs (with the third gear when crossing 60). the sound that was produced was reduced much in this bike. But i feel that the foot rest gives me more vibratin compared to our bigger pulsars.

Seating position is also good but i dont think that this bike will suit tall guys (say above 5'10''). However the clipon handles and the engine soop will make you feel definitely that you are on a race. So commuters drive carefully.

Smaller front suspensions used in Pulsar 180UG-3, Pulsar 150 UG-3&4, was used in this bike, since the bike weighs only 122Kgs, also it will be best suited.

Other than that arrogant looks, Excellent top speed (111kmph) were also the features that will knock your heart.

Speifications:

• Engine Dsplacement : 134.6cc
• Engine Type : 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, 4 - valved
• Output Power : 13.5Bhp@9000rpm
• Engine Torque : 11.4nm@7500rpm
• Gear : 5 Speed gear box
• Fuel Tank : 8Ltrs (XCD)
• Weight : 122Kgs
• TopSpeed : 115kmph

Hope the bike would disturb both 125cc and 150cc bike segment.

Expecting more and more outcomes interms of innovation and technology.

Cheers!!!

Bajaj - World's Leader in Twin Spark Engine

Hi,

The Bajaj - World's Leader in Twin spark Engines.

An ad has been simulated mentioning that the Bikes get life during nights with their Twin Spark Engines as their Hearts.

The graphics and Music are Excellent.

Bajaj, Distinctly a Head is mentioned in an advertisement.

I hope you love this Ad.

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India's top 100 Bikes

Here is the list of Top 100 Indian Bikes

Old Bikes:

1. Royal Enfield(350cc)
2. Yezdi(250cc)
3. Rajdoot(175cc)
4. Java(250cc)
5. Enfield Diesel (350cc)
6. Yamaha RD350

Bajaj:

1. KB100
2. KB125
3. 4S Champion
4. Caliber
5. Boxer
6. Boxer AT
7. Boxer CT
8. CT100
9. Platina
10. Discover 110
11. Discover 125
12. Platina 125
13. XCD
14. Aspire
15. Wind
16. XCD 135
17. Discover 135
18. Eliminator
19. Pulsar 150
20. Pulsar 180
21. Avenger
22. Pulsar 200
23. Pulsar 220

Enfield:

1. Bullet 350 Classic
2. Bullet 350 ES
3. Bullet Electra(350cc)
4. Bullet Machismo(450cc)
5. Bullet ThunderBird(500cc & 350cc)
6. Bullet 500

Hero Honda

1. CD100
2. CD100 SS
3. CD Dawn
4. CD Deluxe
5. Sleek
6. Splendor
7. Splendor plus
8. Splendor NXG
9. Passion
10. Passion plus
11. Super Splendor
12. Ambition
13. Achiever
14. CBZ
15. CBZ star
16. CBZ Xtreme
17. Hunk
18. Karizma
19. Karizma R

Honda

1. Shine
2. Stunner
3. Unicorn

Kinetic

1. Challenger

LML

1. Adreno

Suzuki

1. Max R 100
2. Ind - Suzuki
3. Samurai
4. Heat
5. Zeus
6. Shaolin
7. Shogun
8. Fiero
9. GS 150R

TVS

1. Max R 100
2. TVS Star(100c)
3. TVS Star Deluxe(100c)
4. TVS Star City(100c)
5. Victor (110cc)
6. Victor GL(110cc)
7. Victor GX(110cc)
8. Victor GLX(125cc)
9. Flame (125cc)
10. Flame Fi(125cc)
11. Fiero (150cc)
12. Apache (150cc)
13. Apache RTR 160(160cc)
14. Apache RTR 160 Fi(160cc)

Yamaha

1. RX100
2. RX135
3. RXG
4. YBX
5. CRUX
6. CRUX S
7. Libero
8. Alba
9. Fazer
10. Gladiator
11. Enticer
12. R 15
13. FZ 16

Indian Bikes Cubic Capacity - Classification

INDIAN BIKES CLASSIFICATION
(in terms of CUBIC CAPACITY)

On the basis of cubic capacity, Indian bikes cfan be classified into Eight Major Classifications.

They are:

1. Below 100cc Bikes
   
2. 100cc Bikes
3. 125cc Bikes
4. 150cc Bikes
5. 180cc Bikes
6. 200cc Bikes
   
7. 220c Bikes
8. 350cc Bikes and
   
9. Above 350cc Bikes

Apart from these classification new Three classification arose in the recent years

They are:

1. 110cc Bikes
2. 135cc Bikes
3. 160cc Bikes

The most expected Classification to enter this group is 250c bikes(Kawasaki Ninja).

Expert review about the bikes that falls under this category very soon.

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Bajaj Bikes - Sprint Model

BAJAJ BIKES (SPRINT)

Bajaj Auto Limited has crossed a long way and it was the current unbeatable winner. Even though the Release of International Bikes slightly affect the Sales, The company has come up with the new SPRINT Bikes.

The SPRINT is going to be a separate set of model in bikes where Discover 150, XCD 135 and Blade falls under this category. The main features of this model of bikes are the Aggressive body design, Tuned up Engine for Street Race and good Efficiency in terms of mileage and power.

The Bikes will surely rock the Indian Roads at the earliest.

Rock!!! Rock!!! Hamara Bajaj!!!

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