TVS Flame-125 VS Bajaj XCD-125

     
                                               

Engine
Engine (CC): 124.8 CC, 4 Stroke with CCV-Ti
Max Power: 10.5 bhp @ 8250 rpm
Max Torque: 10 Nm @ 6250 rpm
Gear Box: 4 Speed
Bore X Stroke: 54.5 X 53.5
Carburettor Type: VM Type- Ucal

Wheels/Tyres
Wheels Type: Mag alloys
Front Tyre: 90 X 90 X 17
Rear Tyre: 90 X 90 X 18
Brake - Front: 230 mm disc
Brake - Rear: 130 mm drum

Supension:
Front: Telescopic
Rear: 5 Step Adjustable, Gas Filled

Dimensions

Wheelbase: 1320 mm
Overall Height: 1070 mm
Overall Length: 2030 mm
Overall Width: 760 mm
Ground Clearance: 165 mm
Kerb Weight: 121 Kg
Fuel Tank: 8.0 litre
Fuel Reserve: 2.0 litre

Electricals

Headlamp: 12V 35/35 W Halogen
Tail Lamp: 12V 21W/5W
Turn Indicators: 12V 16 W
Battery: 12V- 5 Ah
Ignition System: IDI System

Additional Feature

Digital Speedometer

Flame VS XCD

TVS and Flame are the two new competitors on the run for  125ccs and both of these have pros and cons so it is upto u to decide the right bike for u. They are surely much more reliable than any other 125ccs but these two might find themselves to be the toughest contender to beat.

TVs is likely launch Flame after Diwali. The TVS Flame claims 10.5 bhp, peaking at 8,250 rpm
and 0.98 kgm at 6,250 rpm. The TVS Flame weighs 121 kg (kerb). The Flame will
directly compete with the Shine, Zeus, Gladiator, Super Splendor, Glamour, Discover
pantheon. But not with the XCD. On the other hand, the XCD may draw some sales from this lot also.
The XCD makes 1 bhp less, and the power peaks one thousand rpm earlier. On the other hand,
the Bajaj makes 0.2 kg more, 1250 rpm earlier. In riding terms, this should mean that the
Bajaj will have the advantage in acceleration for a short while before the Flame kicks in properly and takes off. On the other hand, the XCD also happens to be 9 kg lighter, which isn't a difference you can laugh off. That kind of a weight difference should mean that the XCD will keep up longer with the Flame than the curves would suggest. Of course, this is all pure speculation, since I've only actually ridden the XCD. In practice, on the open road, the XCD will feel out of breath at higher speed cruising, while the Flame will feel fine. In the depths of traffic, this could be reversed. Again, the gearing will play its part, and this is purely speculative guesswork.
Be that as it may, in this light, the price difference between the XCD and the Flame might actually work to the Bajaj's advantage. The XCD is priced at Rs 41,000 ex-showroom and the Flame should come at about Rs 45,000 ex-showroom, if it is to remain in the segment ballpark. On the other hand, while the XCD merely looks fresh, sharp-ish and all right, but the Flame does look very, very neat... Yes, this is going to be a close-run thing.

The new Bajaj XCD-125 Arrives

                                                                            


New 125 C.C Bajaj "Exceed" with "DTS-Si" Engine launched
The new 125cc engine with DTS-Si technology will give a mileage of 109 kilometers per liter under ideal test conditions, says the Pune-based company

Great looks, a 100cc and with a digital speedometer and much more Bajaj XCD is gonna raise the level for other 100cc bikes.

Performance Check
Engine: 125 cc, 4 Stroke, DTS-Si                                                      
MaxPower: 9.53 Ps @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque: 10.85 Nm @ 5000 rmp
Front/Rear Wheels: Alloys
Front Tyre: 2.75 X 17
Rear Tyre: 3.00 x 17
                                           
                             
>> There is a buzz around that this is the particular bike with which Bajaj Auto will try to break the monopoly of Hero Honda on the 100 cc market
>> So far Bajaj has left no stone unturned and has tried every trick in the book to take away the crown from Hero Honda
>> One thing which might already be in favor of the “Exceed” is the current trend of decline in sales of the 100 cc bikes

That's what Bajaj has to say about its new 125 C.C motorcycle at the launch its "Engine". “Exceed”, that’s the name of the next 125 CC offering from Bajaj on which the new 125 cc engine will sit on. On 9'th August 2007, Bajaj Auto launched an all new 125 cc engine, which it has christened with the "DTS-Si" technology. The acronym stands for “Digital Twin Spark – Swirl Induction”. This in very simple terms means that along with having Two Spark Plugs for the single cylinder engine (similar to the Discover, the Pulsar and the Avenger engines), the new engine will incorporate a new feature called “Swirl Induction”.
The new engine has been developed completely by the Bajaj R&D. By “Swirl Induction”, the combustion inside the cylinder is further improved by generating high turbulence for the fuel-air mixture. According to Bajaj this very technology would revolutionize the Indian Two wheeler industry with the most fuel efficient bike in India.
In order to outsell Hero Honda 100 cc bikes, the new 125 cc "Exceed" also will have to match the Reliability of Hero Honda 100 cc bikes
Here is a buzz around that this is the particular bike with which Bajaj Auto will try to break the stranglehold which Hero Honda has on the Indian two wheeler market thanks to its 100 cc bikes.
80 percent of bike sales of Hero Honda come from its 100 cc bikes. Hero Honda enjoys around 47 percent of the Indian Two Wheeler market. So if Bajaj wants to regain its number one crown, it has to find a way to outsell the 100 bikes from Hero Honda. This is exactly what the new 125 cc platform from Bajaj has been designed to achieve.
Just recall how Bajaj has tried to attack the Splendor and its 100 cc cousins with its own 100 cc models namely the Boxer, Caliber, CT100, Platina, Discover (not to mention the iterations among these various Bajaj models). In spite of all the aggressive moves by Bajaj, the 100 cc bikes from Hero Honda still manages to outsell the competition by quite a comfortable margin.
Only time will tell if Bajaj will be able to pull this off. But in order to become number one again the “Exceed” has to achieve three things for Bajaj
Deliver consistent mileage which should at least equal to what Hero Honda 100 cc bikes deliver
                                                                               
                                                  

Bajaj has already made claims of 109 Km/l for the new “Exceed” under “Ideal Conditions”. In real life conditions this figure certainly won’t be possible to achieve. Bajaj had also claimed 77 Km/l under ideal conditions for the Pulsar 150 once. We all know that the Pulsar 150 delivers around 50 Km/l in real life conditions. Accordingly if we subtract 30 km/l for the real life mileage for the “Exceed”, then it should give around 75-79 Km/l..!!
Even if the 125 cc Exceed is able to deliver around 75 Km/l in real life situations and is priced close to the Hero Honda Splendor, Bajaj would have just have to match the reliability of the 100 cc engine from Honda. One of the reasons why the Hero Honda 100 cc bikes have sold more than any other bike in India is because of the bullet proof reliability of the Honda engine along with the consistent high mileage.
The new 125 cc DTS-Si engine is rumoured to develop 9.5 bhp along with 10.85 Nm of torque. These figures are well above any India 100 cc motorcycle available right now.
One thing which might already be in favor of the “Exceed” is the current trend of decline in sales of the 100 cc bikes. Recently the 100 cc segment saw a decline by 16 percent while the 125 cc and higher capacity segment saw an increase in 21 percent in its sales. Although auto analysts have attributed the recent decline in 100 sales due to rising interest sales according to me it’s just s matter of time before Indians graduate towards 125 cc bikes.
Maybe a new 125 cc bike might kick start this new trend but for that to happen, that particular bike has to “EXCEED” the expectations of the normal customer looking for a 100 cc bike.

Initial Impression:
The XCD looks like a welcome addition to the promising 125 motorcycle segment. Bajaj has timed the launch of the XCD just before the festive season begins. Bajaj is expected to follow the launch of the XCD with a massive promotional blitz. TV Commercials already proclaim that the 125 cc DTS-Si engine will soon have a bike for it on 10’th September 2007.
Only time will tell how good the125 cc DTS-Si engine is in terms of power, fuel efficiency and reliability. If Bajaj really wants to take splendors place then it really has to ”Exceed” in all these parameters.

Yamaha Vs. Kawasaki Vs. Suzuki

YAMAHA YZF-R6
Key Features:
>Light, powerful and bristling with knowledge gained from years of racing, the >YZF-R6 is the most advanced production middleweight motorcycle Yamaha - or anybody else - has ever built.
>The YZF-R6 was the first production motorcycle with a fly-by-wire throttle system—for flawless response under all conditions.
>Straight frame concept: developed from the Yamaha M1 GP machine, the YZF-R6’s steering head, swingarm pivot and rear axle all lie in a straight line—for unsurpassed handling—with an inline four-cylinder engine designed for optimal layout and mass centralization.
>Slipper-type back torque-limiting clutch greatly facilitates braking/down shifting from high speed.
>Formula 1-style air management presents very small frontal area for excellent aerodynamics; ram-air induction ducts cool, high-pressure air through the steering head for optimal combustion, more horsepower and enhanced engine cooling.
>The YZF-R6 is the AMA Supersport Champion in its rookie season.

Engine:
>Compact, lightweight 67 x 42.5mm 599cc DOHC 16-valve liquid-cooled inline four-cylinder features titanium valves, 12.8:1 compression and compact combustion chambers for awesome, lightning-quick response.
>YCC-T (Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle) uses a powerful ECU and multiple sensors to provide perfect, smooth engine response and optimal power whenever the throttle is twisted, under all conditions.
>Twin-injector fuel injection: shower-type injectors above each intake funnel help achieve optimum fuel atomization at high rpm.
>Back torque-limiting slipper clutch greatly facilitates braking and downshifting from high speed. Close-ratio six-speed transmission delivers seamless power and maximum acceleration.
>Despite the increased bore, piston and pin weight has been reduced for more power and smoothness; 1mm smaller main journals reduce friction while 1mm larger connecting rod journals increase performance.
>Compact slant-block engine design uses widely triangulated gearbox shafts to make the GP-derived, straight frame concept work; optimum weight distribution and excellent handling are the result.
>GP-style titanium muffler contributes to mass centralization, and contains EXUP, an O2 sensor and catalyzers for a broad powerband, spot-on injection and EU-3 emissions compliance.
>Linerless, direct-plated ceramic-composite cylinder bores mean greater heat dissipation for consistent power delivery and reduced friction—also a narrow engine.
>Cool magnesium valve and engine covers are light and stylish. Curved radiator with twin-ring cooling fans keeps everything cool.
>Direct ignition coils, dual-electrode spark plugs and high-output magneto deliver extremely accurate, reliable firing.

Chassis/Suspension:
>Deltabox aluminum frame incorporates GP thinking in terms of engine positioning and rigidity for the ultimate in 600 class handling.
>MotoGP-style 52.5-percent front-wheel weight bias helps produce razor-sharp handling.
>Light, Controlled Fill swingarm pivots high in the frame, for increased anti-squat effect and mid-corner stability. >TZ-type chain adjusters ease rear tire changes.
>Four-way adjustable (preload, high-speed compression, low-speed compression and rebound damping) inverted fork with 41mm tubes increases freedom in setting up for street or track use; soak up the bumps and resist bottoming when braking.
>Four-way adjustable (preload, high-speed compression, low-speed compression and rebound damping) piggyback rear shock delivers exceptional rear wheel tracking and stability.
>Dual 310mm front disc brakes use forged one-piece radial-mount calipers and radial-pump front master cylinder with adjustable lever for astounding braking power and feel.
>Removable CF die cast rear subframe is light and strong.
>Super-light five-spoke 17-inch wheels are light and strong; the casting technique makes the rim section light, not to mention wickedly cool-looking.

Additional Features:
>Quick-detach license plate holder and rear turnsignal mount makes prepping for track days or racing a snap.
>Built-in lap timer is controlled by a right-handlebar switch.
>Multifunction digital and analog instrumentation features: programmable shift light, digital speedometer, analog tachometer, dual tripmeters with miles-on-reserve function, odometer, water temp gauge and lights for neutral, high beam, low fuel and turn signals.
>Standard toolkit located in convenient storage compartment under passenger seat.

KAWASAKI NINJA ZX-6R
Engine Type: 4-Stroke, Liquid-Cooled, DOHC, 4 Valve Cylinder Head, Transverse In-Line 4-Cylinder
Displacement: 636 cc
Bore & Stroke 68.0 x 43.8 mm
Maximum Torque: 52.0 lb-ft @ 11,500 rpm
Compression Ratio: 12.9:1
Carburetor: DFI with Keihin 38mm Throttle Bodies (4)
Transmission: 6-Speed
Final Drive: X-Ring Chain
Rake/Trail: 25°/4.2 in.
Front Wheel Travel: 4.7 in.
Rear Wheel Travel: 5.3 in.
Front Tire Size: 120/65-ZR17
Rear Tire Size: 180/55-ZR17
Wheelbase: 54.7 in.
Front Suspension: 41mm Inverted Cartridge Fork with Adjustable
Preload, Stepless Rebound and Compression Damping
Rear Suspension: Uni-Trak with Adjustable Preload,
Stepless Rebound and Compression Damping
Front Brake Type: Dual 300mm Floating Discs with
Radial Mount, Opposed 4-Piston Calipers
Rear Brake Type: Single 220mm Disc
Fuel Tank Capacity: 4.5 gal.
Seat Height: 32.3 in.
Dry Weight: 362 lb.
Color: Lime Green, Two-tone: Lime Green / Flat Stoic Black, Ebony, Passion Red
Warranty: 12 months
Good Times Protection Plan: 24, 36 or 48 months
* Price and specifications subject to change

SUZUKI HAYABUSA 1300
MSRP: $10,849
Engine: 1299cc, 4-stroke, four-cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 16-valve, TSCC
Bore & Stroke: 81.0 x 63.0mm
Compression Ratio: 11.0:1
Carburetor: Keihin/Denso Fuel Injection
Lubrication: Wet sump
Ignition: Digital/Transistorized
Starter: Electric
HAYABUSA 1300Transmission: 6-speed, constant mesh
HAYABUSA 1300 Final Drive: #530 chain

Suzuki HAYABUSA 1300 Dimensions:
Overall Length: 2140mm (84.3 in.)
Overall Width: 740mm (29.1 in.)
Overall Height: 1155mm (45.5 in.)
Seat Height: 805mm (31.7 in.)
Ground Clearance: 120mm (4.7 in.)
HAYABUSA 1300 Wheelbase: 1485mm (58.5 in.)
HAYABUSA 1300 Dry Weight: 217kg (478 lbs.) 218kg (480 lbs.) CA. model
Suzuki HAYABUSA 1300 Suspension:
Front: Inverted telescopic, coil spring, fully adjustable spring preload, 14-way adjustable rebound damping and 13-way adjustable compression damping
Rear: Link-type, gas/oil damped, fully adjustable spring preload, 22-way adjustable compression & rebound damping
Suzuki HAYABUSA 1300 Brakes:
Front: Dual hydraulic disc
Rear: Single hydraulic disc
Suzuki HAYABUSA 1300 Tires:
Front: 120/70-ZR-17
Rear: 190/50-ZR-17
Fuel Tank Capacity: 21 liter (5.5 gal.) 19.0 liter (5.0 gal.) CA. model
HAYABUSA 1300 Avaliable Colors: Black/Gray, Silver/Gray

Bajaj Pulsar DTS Fi 220cc

The new species of Pulsar is soon to be unleashed on the road. So get chilled and be ready for the thrill of bike riding. The new Bajaj Pulsar DTSFi is going to change the way you look at bikes. A new era is soon to be started with the king of all bikes itself. Bajaj is surely making their best ever bike.Bajaj has been making bikes for a long time but their greatest accomplishment would be Pulsar itself. The bike that ruled more than three years is soon to come in a brand new look with brand new features. Everyone is curious about it and it's going to blast the road, guaranteed. Bajaj Pulsar 220 is surely a bike to get your hands on. After Phantom it's going to be Bajaj's next Pulsar launch. Lets look at it's info for better look at the bike:

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Engine Type
Single Cylinder Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Sohc
Valve Train: 2 Valve
Displacement: 220cc ( Some say it's 225)
Starting: Electric Start only
Ignition/fuelling :Fuel injection (DTS-Fi)



Performance
Max. Power: 20 bhp (no rpm claim)
Max. Torque: 1.95 kgm (no rpm claim)
Top speed: 135 kph
Fuel economy: 50 kpl in 'sane riding'



Transmission
Gear Box: 5 Speed Constant Mesh
Clutch: New. Superior to Pulsar 180/150


Electricals
Battery: MF typre, 12V 9Ah
Head Light: Ellipsoidal projector 55W/parabolic 55W H7
Tail Light:High intensity LEDs

Chassis
Type Double cradle (new frame)

Suspension
Front: 37 mm Telescopic Hydraulic Type 130 mm travel
Rear: Ellipitical section Swing Arm With twin Hydraulic
Gas-charged Shock Absorbers; 101 mm travel

Brakes
Front: 260mm Disc Type
Rear: 230mm Disc Type

Tyres
Front: 90/90-17 tubeless
Rear:120/80-17 tubeless (First two wheeler in India to employ tubeless tyres for superior performance and safety )

Dimension

Length: 1530 mm( Quite long so might be difficult at turnings)

Not only it has a irresistible look but it's performance is parexcellence and it has unparallel power than any bike. So be ready to rock and roll and take the girls to the parties. Pulsar, It's definately male.

Some people are upset about how long it has taken Bajaj to get the Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi off the AutoExpo'06 show stand and into showrooms - a bit more than a full year. Regular sales are expected to begin next month. We haven't seen a launch like this before, with so much speculation, excitement and lots of information preceding the launch. Enthusiasts (and indeed, the competition) knew a fair bit of what was coming and this fuelled the anticipation of one of the most important motorbike launches in India recently.

There are a number of reasons why the 220 is such a fulcrum. First, the market. With margins under pressure and competition rising, the segment in focus is the premium segment - one which Bajaj has more or less "owned" since they launched the first Pulsar years ago. It is where bike makers can make half decent per-unit margins and in as much, the sales "subsidise" more price-competitive segment sales to some degree. Second, the premium bikes have (admittedly on a smaller base) grown at a pace that far outstrips the sales of entry/executive commuters. This is where the action is.

Third, most bike makers realise that we are ready to hop, skip and jump up the pecking order. What remains to be seen are the actual volumes. The flop that was the BMW Funduro and the long but ultimately futile attempt to launch the Yamaha Drag Star are signs of scared MBAs out there who won't nod "Yes" to big bikes, unless they see precedents. The 220 should set that precedent. Enthusiasts already know the impressive spec list by heart. There is lots of new technology on the bike, including fuel injection, tubeless tyres, projector headlamps, LED tail lamps etc, each with a clear benefit and application.

Despite which, Bajaj has pulled out a rabbit-from-a-hat price tag, about 84000 IC .It is no less impressive in the flesh. We aren't sure that making all Pulsars look so similar is such a great idea, but the 220 does have presence. The 220cc motor is good for 20.5 bhp - it destroys all previous 0-100 kph and top speed times for bikes. But making a bigger motor go faster is easy. What is really great is the 220's dynamic ability.

Despite being a fair bit longer than the smaller Pulsars, the 220 is very quick and confident in corners, and most bikes in India would find it hard to keep up. That it rides very well over broken roads and brakes with great composure is a bonus. What we're saying is that on the whole - product, packaging and pricing - Bajaj have more or less hit the nail square on the head. I wouldn't be surprised at all if there aren't enough 220s to go around. Rs 90,000 has a way of disappearing when broken up into EMIs.

If this happens, it will send the right signals to other marques. The Hero Honda Karizma, already rumoured to be in for upgrades, will feel the brunt of the heat. Its displacement and price put it directly in the 220s crosshairs and in its current spec, it will find the road uphill. Unexpected 220 sales volumes will also push companies like Honda and Yamaha, who in product range terms are at the cusp of entering the premium segment with competitive motorcycles. Rumours are rife that Yamaha have a 220-sized product in the final stages. Even if untrue, it's a good rumour. If I were Yamaha, that's what I'd be doing.

It comes with a superb instrument panel which is digital and cool looking handle bar( just like the 3 piece handle we use in modded bikes).The silencer of the new Bajaj Pulsar Dtsfi seems to be a heavy one.The tail lamp is a sporty looking LED.You can also see a half naked chain assembly.Head lamp assebly seems to be redesigned from scratch by bajaj designers.A Projector Beam Headlamp and Fairing mounted mirrors adds to the sporty look.It seems to have a dual seat and a bold looking rubber/plastic scales over petrol tank extending from the seat.Petrol tank and side panels are shared from the curent generation( Petrol tank and side panel gives it a MALE look!) .Then it has a rear disc! and much bigger wheels.So finally we got a bike with coalescence of power , beauty, economy(Since its from bajaj) , and performance.Concluding it here are the expected specs of the new Bajaj Pulsar Dts-fi 225cc bike are .. 225cc Engine 21 bhp Oil cooled DTS-FI (Digital Twin Spark Fuel Injection) Rear Disc Clip On handlebars Digital Instrumentation New exhaust system Longer swing arm LED Tail lamps Protector Beam Headlamp Fairing mounted mirrors New body panels If they price it right, it’ll be the next hit. Given the majorly shared parts with the older Pulsars (hence no fresh look ) that should be doable - price wise.

The charcteristics of the new breed of Pulsar are:
* Rear Disc Brake
* clip-on handlebars with damping support.
* Better sporty riding position/posture
* Twin head lights with white light
* LCD Speedo like the new P180
* Self diagnostic check system.
* Day-night mode for the speedo console. In day mode, the indicating lights are brighter for clear visibility in ambient sunlight. In night mode, these lights reduce their brightness to prevent glare
* Fairing mounted collapsable rear view mirrors
* Two Piece grab rail (for pillion)
* Twin rear lights (like 180)
* Stylish anti-scratch tank pad to prevent damage to petrol tank paintwork due to zippers
* Forced lubrication for the transmission
* Beefed up tranmission to handle high power and torque output
* Engine equipped with counterbalancer for controlling vibration from large dia piston
* Engine equipped with oil level inspection window
* Improved fin geometry for better heat dissipation
* DTS-Fi system is optimised for razor sharp response to throttle inputs

* New high strength chassis designed to handle high engine outputs and making possible precise handling traits with arrow-like straightline stability
* Large 260 mm front disc for precise and progressive braking
* finished clear lens blinkers to complement the clear lens tail lamp
* DC Ignition and lighting ensures quicker engine startups and constant illumination
* Low maintenance battery to reduce frequent top-up needs
* A red malfunction indicator lamp in the speedo gives the error codes in order to identify any malfunctioning fuel injection components
* Sculpted looking top clamp with pinch bolts for greater rigidity
* New gear shifting mechanism for a positive shift feel [really works]
* New low friction shift drum for a smoother shift feel [really works]
* New large capacity clutch incorporating anti-judder mechanism for superior clutch performance in all conditions
* Highest power to weight ratio: 133 PS/Tonne
* High flow intake and exhaust ports

* Large bore, light slipper type piston
* Large capacity main bearings for high output handling
* Large capacity output shaft bearing to handle high loads
* Equipped with a roll-over sensor to cut off fuel supply in case of a vehicle fall
* Brake and shift lever pivots incorporated on the footpeg mounting to give a clean, uncluttered look
* Nitrox rear shocks optimised (spring and damper ratings) for all riding conditions
* High output 200 watt, 3-phase magneto
* All stainless steel exhaust with a sporty aluminium clad canister
* ExhuasTEC

Bajaj had said to launch the product in 2006 December but it couldn't happen but there are roumors that it would be released by March 2007. Get ready to ride with pride, Pulsar is coming soon bike fans.....

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