The Honda CBR250R is Honda's 250cc single-cylinder sportbike that competes with the other fully faired machines in a similar price bracket. The 2018 model year CBR250R has two big changes: one, it is now BS4 compliant, and two, there is an LED headlamp. The rest of the motorcycle stays unchanged other than a tweak to the shape of the headlamp. It will be available in two colours - orange and green. The green was on display at the Auto Expo and is reminiscent of the Hornet's colour and graphics combination. The engine remains a 249cc fuel-injected single that is liquid cooled with 26bhp and 23Nm running through a six-speed gearbox. Braking is delivered by a 296mm front disc and 220mm rear disc. As always, ABS with CBS will be an option. The 2018 Honda CBR250R will compete with the TVS Apache RR310, KTM RC200, Yamaha Fazer 25, and Bajaj Pulsar RS200.
The Livo is Hondas premium 100/110cc motorcycle. It is an aggressively designed motorcycle for the segment, with the tank extensions serving the purpose of making the bike appear larger than it actually is. The Livo offers tubeless tyres and six-spoke alloy wheels as standard while a front disc brake is offered as an optional extra. CBS is also an option both with the front drum as well as the front disc brake. CBS will soon become standard fitment. The Livo is built around a diamond frame borrowed from the CB Twister. Powering the Livo is the tried and tested 110cc four-stroke single-cylinder engine that puts out 8.2bhp and 8.63Nm of torque through a four-speed transmission, and returns a company-claimed fuel efficiency of 74kmpl. The Livo rides on conventional telescopic front forks and spring loaded hydraulic rear suspension. The Livo is available in five paint schemes blue, black, grey, brown and red. Available in five variants, self-drum-alloy and self-disc-alloy with the option of CBS on each, the Livo competes with other 110cc commuter bikes like the Hero Passion X Pro, and TVS Victor.
The RM-Z450 isnt road legal it is a purpose-built dirt bike that is intended for use solely as a recreational tool and to hone dirt riding skills. As such, the company does not release power and torque figures, preferring to say instead that it is accessible and suitable for its nature. What they will let us know, though, is that it is a 449cc single-cylinder fuel-injected DOHC water-cooled engine, that it weighs 112kg, and that it has 330mm of ground clearance. The frame, swingarm and suspension are all optimised for the application. It is available only in yellow, and since it isnt road legal, dont expect accessories like a headlamp, turn indicators or a horn. Wheels are standard-for-dirt sizes 21 inches in front and 18 inches at the rear. The tyres are dirt tyres. The RM-Z450 competes directly with the Kawasaki KX-450F.
The Centuro is Mahindra's most successful motorcycle till date. The company has smartly packaged this 110cc motorcycle with good features and great pricing. However, things have changed a lot over the last couple of months. Due to which the Centuro no longer feels a value for money bike. Even though the bike is loaded with features like the flip-key with 96-bit secure access, engine immobilizer, anti-theft alarm, DTE (distance to empty), Find me lamps and LED parking lights. In terms of design, the Centuro looks different from he rest of the bikes in the segment, thanks ot the golden twin bar below the tank. The Centuro is powered by an106.7cc MCI-5 single-cylinder engine which produces 8.4bhp and 8.5Nm of power and torque respectively. This engine is mated to a four-speed all-up shift pattern gearbox. The bike has a dry weight of 111kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 12.7 litres. Mahindra is offering the Centuro in five different versions - Centuro NXT, Centuro Disc Brake, Centuro XT, Centuro Rockstar and Centuro Rockstar Kick Alloy.
The CD 100 Dream DX is the most affordable motorcycle in Hondas portfolio in India. It belonging to the companys Dream series of motorcycles that also include the Dream Yuga and the Dream Neo models. The entry-level commuter motorcycle features a bikini fearing for the headlamp assembly, graphics on the tank and side panels, five-spoke alloy wheels and a blacked out exhaust system with a chrome heat shield. Other features include a long seat, electric self-start, lockable utility box and tubeless tyres. The rear carrier are offered as an option. The motorcycle is powered by a 110cc single-cylinder motor with Hondas HET technology that registers 8.3bhp and 9.1Nm. The motor comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. Catering to the commuter segment in India, the CD 110 Dream DX is claimed by the manufacturer to returns a fuel efficiency of 74kmpl. Suspension duties are handled by telescopic forks up front and dual shock absorber at the back. For braking, the bike features 130mm drum brakes at both ends with CBS for the front. The motorcycle is available in four colour options Geny Grey Metallic, Athletic Blue Metallic, Black with Cabin Gold and Imperial Red Metallic. In its segment, the CD 110 Dream DX competes with other commuter motorcycles such as Bajaj Platina 110, Hero Splendor Plus, TVS Star City+ and the Hero HF Deluxe i3s.
The Navi is quirky two-wheeler from Honda that has the mechanicals of a scooter and the looks of a motorcycle. Inspired by the Honda Grom, the Navi is targeted at the age group 18-25 and sits right above the Cliq in the companys product portfolio. While the Navi might look like a motorcycle, it isnt one. It is powered by Hondas tried and trusted 110cc engine that powers the popular Activa. This engine capable of producing produces 8bhp of power and 9Nm of torque. The Navi features telescopic forks up front and a monoshock at the rear. Braking is taken care by drum brakes at both ends and is equipped with a combi-brake system which partially applies the front brake on the application of the rear brake. This reduces the overall braking distance thus improving braking efficiency. The Navi has a ground clearance of 156mm and a seat height of 765mm. It has a kerb weight of 101kg and a fuel tank capacity of 3.8-litres. Honda offers the Navi with five paint schemes - red, white, black, green, orange and brown. In the Indian two-wheeler market besides the Cliq in Hondas stable, the Navi doesnt face any direct competition.
The Hero Pleasure is a light and zippy scooter, built keeping the fairer sex in mind. It appeals to its target audience with trendy paint schemes and an integrated braking system (IBS), similar to the one in its elder sibling, the Hero Maestro Edge. The Hero Pleasures most significant update is the new IBS which is similar to the Hero Maestros combined braking system (CBS) which engages both the front and rear brake when the left brake lever is pulled. Other updates include a light in the glovebox, a lockable glovebox, a side stand indicator and combination ignition lock and seat opening mechanism. It also gets a new instrument cluster and a mobile charger socket, which is a very handy feature. The Hero Pleasure is powered by a single-cylinder 102cc engine which produces 7bhp and 8Nm of torque. The four-stroke air-cooled engine is mated to a CVT automatic gearbox. One can choose either steel wheels or alloy ones.
The Hero HF Deluxe is the second most affordable product from Hero MotoCorp. The Hero CD Deluxe was re-branded to Hero HF Deluxe after Hero ended its joint venture with Honda in 2010. Despite it being affordable, it offers electric start and alloy wheels as options. The Hero HF Deluxe is powered by an air-cooled 97.2 cc four-stroke single-cylinder OHC engine that produces 8.2bhp of power at 8000rpm and 8.05Nm of torque at 5.00rpm. This motor is mated to a four-speed gearbox. The company claims that the bike gives a fuel efficiency of 82kmpl. The bike competes with the Bajaj CT100, TVS Sport and Honda CD 110 Dream.
The Hero HF Deluxe is the second most affordable product from Hero MotoCorp. The Hero CD Deluxe was re-branded to Hero HF Deluxe after Hero ended its joint venture with Honda in 2010. Despite it being affordable, it offers electric start and alloy wheels as options. The Hero HF Deluxe is powered by an air-cooled 97.2 cc four-stroke single-cylinder OHC engine that produces 8.2bhp of power at 8000rpm and 8.05Nm of torque at 5.00rpm. It now has an i3s start/stop system as an option as well. This motor is mated to a four-speed gearbox. The company claims that the bike gives a fuel efficiency of 82kmpl. The bike competes with the Bajaj CT100, TVS Sport and Honda CD 110 Dream.
Touted as the spiritual successor to the legendary CD 100, Hero introduced the first Splendor in 1994. Since then, the Splendor has been responsible for contributing a principle share to overall sales by clocking over a million units per year. The commuter motorcycle is available in different avatars, one of which is the Splendor Plus. Despite being long in the tooth, the Splendor Plus has a decent number of standard features. The bike is also offered with features like a stylish instrument console, optional alloy wheels and electric start. The motorcycle is propelled by the tried and tested 97.2cc air-cooled four-stroke single-cylinder motor equipped with the companys i3S technology, which is used to power other Hero products. The engine is capable of producing 8.2bhp of max power and 8Nm of peak torque. With emphasis laid on squeezing out maximum efficiency, the engine has been tuned to offer a balance between performance and economy. For cycle parts, the Splendor Plus comes with telescopic forks up front and five-step adjustable hydraulic twin shock absorbers at the back. For braking, now equipped with IBS (Integrated Braking System), the motorcycle comes equipped with 130mm drum brakes at both ends.
The FZ-S Version 2.0 is the second generation of the FZ series commuter motorcycle, the FZ16 being the original. Design-wise, the model is extremely similar to the standard FZ V 2.0 which gets a two piece seat, revised bikini faring, and shrouds beneath the fuel tank. The FZ-S is powered by an air-cooled, fuel injected 149cc single-cylinder engine. The engine produces 13bhp of power and 12.8Nm of torque. The company has recently introduced a rear disc brake as an option for the FZ-S, at a premium of Rs 4000 over the variants with a rear drum brake. The new FZ-S is available in matte green, white, grey, black, dark blue and cyan. It has a new paint scheme called The Dark Night which is essentially an all-matte black paint scheme with chrome accents. It takes on the Bajaj Pulsar NS160, Honda CB Hornet 160R, Honda XBlade and the Suzuki Gixxer
Weve been waiting for an FZ with more performance ever since the FZ16 launched nine years ago, and we remember all too well the disappointment that we felt when the version 2.0 turned out to have slightly less displacement than the original model. However, Yamaha has finally felt that the time is right for FZ owners to upgrade to a motorcycle which retains all the core values of the FZ good looks, good handling, good maintenance and now with a dollop of performance. Mind you, if youre looking for thrills like the KTMs provide, youre in the wrong place. But if you want a quick commuter that is refined and can sit comfortably at 100kmph all day long, look no further than the FZ25. It has been engineered to keep maintenance costs low, so quality might not be the best in class, but as an all-round package it is extremely difficult to fault it
Ever since its arrival in 2008, the FZ series from Yamaha has enjoyed a strong presence in the 150cc motorcycle segment. With its stylish looks, reliable build quality and impressive performance, the FZ series has garnered big sales numbers for Yamaha in India. Now, with the introduction of the FZ Version 2.0, Yamaha is showcasing its new Blue Core engine concept that concentrates on improved efficiency. The FZ Version 2.0 is powered by a freshly designed air-cooled, 149cc single-cylinder engine which benefits from a closed loop fuel injection system. Tweaked to deliver a better fuel efficiency, the engine now produces 13.1bhp of power and 12.8Nm of torque. Developed in line with Yamahas new Blue Core engine development ideal, Yamaha claims a 14 per cent improvement in fuel economy over the existing FZ series. The motorcycle features a multi-function instrument panel with Eco indicator that lights up when the motorcycle is ridden in an eco-friendly manner. The overall weight is now 132kg because of the lighter chassis. Yamaha has only retuned the suspension and added new compound tyres with a different tread pattern. The new FZ Version 2.0 is available in two colours - panther black and scorching red, the motorcycle competes against the Bajaj AS150, Honda CB Hornet 160R and the Suzuki Gixxer
The FZ is the model that revived Yamahas fortunes in India, and since its launch, it has been the gold standard for the 150cc sporty commuter, as far as sales figures are concerned. It offered a number of new technologies like radial tyres and a fuel tank that was centralised, at the time of its launch. It is also one of the pioneers of fuel injection, having made the entire FZ range FI at a time when competition was still depending heavily on carburetted variants. The next generation of the FZ is here, and it is not a major update. Single channel ABS has been added, which is compulsory from April 2019 onward; an LED headlamp, and the instrument cluster has white backlighting. The fuel injection has been tweaked to offer better midrange but the peak power output remains the same at 13bhp and 12.8Nm. The split seat has strangely regressed to a single seat, despite the overall design becoming a little more aggressive. The FZ competes with other commuter-oriented sporty motorcycles in the 150-160cc segment like the Honda XBlade, Bajaj Pulsar NS160 and TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
The Saluto 125 is Yamahas premium commuter motorcycle positioned in the 125cc segment. It comes with Yamahas 'Blue Core' technology that is offered in the brands other models. The Saluto looks more or less similar to the Yamaha SZ-R and gets all the basic features of a commuter bike. It features a front cowl with windscreen, 7.6-litre fuel tank, large horn and an electric starter. The Saluto 125 comes with telescopic forks up front and dual shocks at the rear. Braking is performed by drum brakes with an option of disc setup for the front. For the 2018 update, the motorcycle features Yamahas Unified Braking System (UBS) which partially applies the front brake simultaneously during complete application of the rear brake. The Yamaha Saluto is powered by a 125cc, four-stroke, single-cylinder, carburetted mill that produces 8.2bhp of power and 9.8Nm of torque. This motor comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. The motorcycle weighs 112kg and the Japanese maker says that with the new 'Blue Core' technology, the Saluto 125 is capable of delivering good fuel economy. The motorcycle is offered in four colour shades with new graphics. The Yamaha Saluto competes with the Bajaj Discover 125, Hero Super Splendor and Honda CB Shine in India
Yamaha unveiled the version 2.0 of the SZ-RR at the closing ceremony of their 'Mission 10,000 km' event in Chennai. The manufacturer launched the updated motorcycle for the buyers looking for a fuel-efficient and fairly powerful bike. The cosmetic upgrades on the new bike are minimal yet give the motorcycle a fresh look. There are new shrouds on the fuel tank and the bike now sports new paint schemes. The handlebar holder gets a new 'SZ' logo and the instrument cluster is new. While the other panels remain the same, the bike gets new tubeless tyres. The Yamaha SZ-RR V 2.0 is now equipped with the new Blue Core technology as seen on the latest version of the FZ-S and Fazer. The bike is powered by the 149cc single-cylinder Blue Core engine that produces 11.9bhp of power and 12.8Nm of torque. Though the power has gone down by 1.1bhp, the torque remains the same and the bike is now expected to offer 11 per cent better fuel economy than the previous engine. This motor comes mated to the five-speed constant mesh gearbox but misses the fuel-injection system. By adding it to the 150cc commuter segment of motorcycles in India, Yamaha has pitched the Yamaha SZ-RR V 2.0 against the Honda CB Unicorn, Hero Achiever and the Bajaj V15
The Yamaha YZF-R3 is Yamahas response to the likes of the Kawasaki Ninja 300 and KTM RC390. Now, however, the Ninja 400 has made its debut, and the Honda CBR250RR and CBR300R are all giving it stiff competition globally. There arent any mechanical changes to the 2018 R3 other than the updation to BS4 emission norms, but new colour schemes (blue and black) and the addition of ABS have made it better value. However, it doesnt offer upside-down front forks or an all-digital instrument cluster like the R15 V3 offers. On the other hand, it still has the sweet 41bhp, 321cc parallel-twin engine and the handling that can bring any man to his knee. The YZF-R3 competes with the Kawasaki Ninja 300, Benelli 302R, and KTM RC390 in the Indian market. The Honda CBR250R will also be a competitor when launched
The Yamaha Saluto RX is Yamahas entry-level offering in the lucrative 110cc commuter segment. A successor to the Yamaha Crux, the Saluto RX adopts a brand new platform and engine with BlueCore technology. Cosmetically, the Yamaha Saluto RX draws inspiration from its bigger 125cc sibling, the Saluto. It gets the same conservative styling complete with a host of elegant paint schemes. The front of the Saluto RX features a bikini fairing with a curvy headlamp unit, while the tank is sculpted to give it a slightly muscular look. The instrument cluster is minimalistic and integrates an analogue speedometer and fuel gauge along with other basic functionalities. Under the 2018 update, Yamaha has updated the colour palate with four new shades with corresponding new graphics. The Yamaha Saluto RX is powered by an 110cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine, delivering 7.4bhp and 8.5Nm of torque. This engine is mated to a four-speed constant mesh transmission. Given the Saluto RXs target audience, Yamaha has developed the engine along the lines of BlueCore technology, to improve the efficiency without compromising on the performance. The Saluto RX tips the scales at just 98 kilograms, and this weight plays an important role in helping the bike deliver a company-claimed 82kmpl. Suspension duties are managed by telescopic fork up front and dual shock absorbers at the back. Braking is done by drum brakes at both ends and they come equipped with Yamahas new Unified Braking System (UBS). The Yamaha Saluto RX competes with other commuter motorcycles like the Hero Splendor iSmart 110, Mahindra Centuro, Honda CD 110 Dream and the TVS Victor
The Yamaha Ray has been a fairly successful scooter but was specifically targeted at female riders. To capture a greater share of the market, Yamaha launched the Ray-Z in May last year, which is nothing but the Ray with a masculine appeal. Mechanically, the scooter remains the same but carries some restyled bits and louder graphics. The Ray-Z features a smoked-finish visor, a new instrument panel, a carbon fibre patterned seat and aluminum rear grab-bars. The front features V-shaped headlights while the rear houses a stylish tail lamp assembly with clear-lens indicators. Despite the lean and sculpted body, the underseat storage, with a 15.5-litre capacity, is spacious enough for a full face helmet and the floor board has enough place for your legs. The Ray-Z continues to be powered by the standard 113cc engine which produces 7bhp and 8Nm of torque via a CVT gearbox. Yamaha claims that the roller-rockers and carburetor have been updated while the suspension has been tweaked. The engine is refined and suitable for city commute. The Ray-Z retains drum brakes on both wheels and now a UBS system which links both the front and rear brakes when the rear is applied, is an optional extra for Rs 500 more. This will become standard fitment, come April
The YZF-R1 is Yamahas flagship supersport motorcycle which has a few upgrades for 2018 to make it more competitive in the litre-class segment. The bike sports a sharp design language and LED headlamp unit with DRLs similar to the previous model. However, the new paint schemes and graphics give the YZF-R1 an aggressive look. It also gets technological upgrades like the revised Quick Shift System that allows clutch-less downshifting and an updated Lift Control System. Apart from these, the bikes electronic package includes slide control, launch control, anti-wheelie control, unified braking system and banking sensitive traction control. The bike uses Yamahas Deltabox frame which houses the 998cc cross plane four-cylinder motor that produces a whopping 197bhp at 13,500rpm and 112.4Nm of torque at 11,500rpm. This unit is mated to a six-speed transmission and breathes through a titanium exhaust system. The YZF-R1 gets an aluminium tank and magnesium wheels as weight saving measures and weighs 5kg lesser than the outgoing model at 199kg. The YZF-R1 rides on 43mm inverted front forks and a rear monoshock, sourced from KYB. Both the suspension parts are fully-adjustable