Yamaha Saluto Bike Review

The Yamaha Saluto is a puny friend to the street-road, which has made its debut in a very grand manner in the two-wheeler domestic market. The Saluto has been designed to target the young people or happy family who wish to ride for daily purpose work along with excellent fuel economy. The company has positioned it in the category of commuter motorcycle. The motorcycle is sold in the Indian market at Rs 52,000 that is really worth in this category.

Yamaha Saluto Mileage Bike

The Saluto is positioned above the existing YBR 125. The motorcycle has received a fresh style that looks very simple and sober. The motorcycle is featured with an angular headlight, black visor, single unit cushioned seat and a simple tail section give an ultimate stance to the motorcycle. Some other noteworthy aspects of this motorcycle are its black visual elements that include alloy wheels, engine, silencer and visor that makes the look more attractive.

The motorcycle is powered by a 125cc air-cooled and single-cylinder engine which is pretty much impressive to deliver class leading performance and mileage. The motorcycle has adopted Yamaha’s reliable technology, Blue Core Technology, that is why the riders have many expectations from this motorcycle. The Blue Core technology makes it able to return an 8.2 BHP of power at 7000 RPM and 10.1 Nm of torque at 4500 RPM. The engine is mated to a four speed transmission. Thus, the claimed fuel economy of this motorcycle is 78 KMPL.

In terms of dimension, the motorcycle measures 2035mm of length, 1080mm of height and 700mm of width, whereas the 180mm ground clearance is perfectly suitable for every kind of road condition. The impressive feature of this motorcycle is its weight that is only 112 KG.

The company has adopted standard suspensions to make the cornering comfortable as well as stable. The motorcycle uses front telescopic suspension and rear swing-arm. Thus, the stopping power is measured by a front and rear drum brake. The Saluto is the most affordable and performance oriented motorcycle in its category.

Bajaj Pulsar AS200 and Pulsar AS150

Recently the Bajaj Auto has launched two new motorcycles for India line-up named Pulsar AS200 and AS150. Both the motorcycles have made its appearance on the podium.

Bajaj Pulsar AS200 - As talking about the specification of the both motorcycles, the Pulsar AS200 is the most awaited Adventurer Tourer motorcycle that looks very impressive with its front fairing. The motorcycle gets a projector headlamp along with pilot lamps and windscreen. The motorcycle houses 199.5cc engine displacement that has seemed in Pulsar 200NS. The four-stroke and air-cooled engine returns a healthy power outputs as well as fuel economy.

Bajaj Pulsar AS150 - Cosmetically, the Pulsar AS150 shares the design or body cues from Pulsar AS200 and, technically, the motorcycle has borrowed the engine from Pulsar 150. The motorcycle is featured a projector headlamp along with pilot lamps and windscreen, which gives an impressive look to the motorcycle. The motorcycle is built around on a 149.5cc engine displacement, which not only provide impressive power outputs, but also enhance the fuel economy of the motorcycle. The engine is mated to a five-speed transmission.

Honda CB1000R ABS Review

The Honda CB1000R ABS is a naked street-fighter that was launched in India in 2009. The naked motorcycle has been designed for sporty riding performance. The CB600F is replaced by CB1000R ABS. And, all the design and body cues are borrowed from the Honda CB600F. The aggressive look comes from its angular headlight, side panels and huge fuel tank. And, the crease lines on the fuel tank adds more beauty in its bulky profile.

Honda CB1000R ABS

The Honda CB1000R ABS is packed with a 998cc, liquid-cooled, inline four-cylinder engine, which delivers a 123.3 BHP of power at 10,000 RPM and 100 NM of torque at 8,000 RPM. The motor is featured with a computer-controlled digital ignition system with 3-D mapping that not only enhance the throttle response but also improved the power output. The engine has been re-tuned with a programmed fuel injection system which is ensured for an excellent throttle response and both low and high RPM performance.

The Honda CB1000R offers ultimate handling, thanks to the strong die-cast mono-backbone aluminum frame. Moreover, a fully adjustable inverted fork and adjustable pro-link rear suspension with a single-sided swing-arm gives excellent riding ability. The motorcycle carries a front and rear disc brake, which work together with the anti-lock braking system to make the braking system stronger.

Riding the Honda CB1000R ABS is even more comfortable than other street Superbikes. The safety components used by the firm in its street Superbike are pretty much lovable that will give a much response during the conditions occur.

The bike is built on all new Die-cast Aluminum Mono-backbone frame and a single side swing-arm that provides strong stability at any kind of road conditions. The rear-set foot pegs and low mounted handlebar are placed in a perfect manner to offer a sporty-sitting position. The price of this motorcycle top model is INR 13,26,604 in India.

DSK Benelli TNT 1130 Review

The Benelli TNT  R is the flagship offering naked motorcycle from the DSK-Benelli. The TNT 899 and TNT 1130 will be coming in India directly from the DSK Benelli's manufacturing plant which is located in Italy. The DSK Benelli TNT 1130 has made its entry along with three other motorcycle named Benelli TNT 300, Benelli TNT 600i and Benelli TNT. In which, the Benelli TNT 1130 will give a tough competition to the rivals in its category, where Ducati Monster 1200S, Indian Chief Dark Horse, Honda CB1000R and DSK-Benelli TNT 899 are becoming more popular motorcycles in this category. Apart from this, the Italian manufacturer has made an announcement that they will be going to launch a new  naked motorcycle to the Indian market by the end of the current year. The Italian manufacturer is readying itself with its smallest engine sports motorcycle, DSK-Benelli TNT 25. All the three lower models are designed in Italy, built in China and assembled in India.

DSK Benelli TNT R

The DSK Benelli TNT R is a versatile naked street fighter which is featured with a muscular fuel tank, stubby mudguard and bug-shape headlight, all of these features give a striking look to the motorcycle. The red colored chassis and swing-arm make the design even more outstanding. The side air-intakes are located next to the fuel tank which is integrated with a pair of blinkers. The fuel tank gets sharp edges over the fuel tank which offers plenty of room for the legs, while the split seats looking very impressive and responsive for a comfortable sitting position. Furthermore, the rear section contains a braking light and under seat exhausts which gives a unique look to the tail section. The motorcycle gets 17 inch alloy wheels that are fitted with a front 120/70-ZR tyre and rear 190/50-ZR 17 tyre.

Benelli TNT R Review

The DSK Benelli TNT R is an outstanding machine which is featured with a solid engine is ensured for a robust performance; even the acceleration and pick-up power are pretty much impressive. The TNT R is powered by an 1130cc, liquid-cooled engine that churns out maximum power of 159 Ps at 10,200 RPM and 120 Nm of torque at 8,400 RPM. The motor is programmed with an electronic fuel injection system which boosts the performance of the motorcycle, which the excellent throttle response will increase the riding performance at rev range. Power is transmitted to the rear wheel via a 6-speed gearbox whereas slipper clutch is standard in the motorcycle.

The bike is featured with a compact and sharp handlebar which provides smooth and comfortable handling in the high speed and even in city traffic, while the split seats make the riding position upright. And, it runs on broad tyres that give a good stability on the slippery and wet road. The TNT R measures total weigh 205 KG, as riding the motorcycle will feel you more comfortable in every type of riding conditions. The motorcycle is built on a light-weight tubular chassis and swing-arm that are very strong and powerful.

The Benelli TNT R is the best bike for street ride and even for the open roads. The machine comes featured with a list of standard safety equipment that will offer a safe and comfortable ride to the rider. It has Marzocchi Inverted front telescopic forks at front and Sachs hydraulic mono-shock absorber at rear. The braking duty is performed with a front and rear disc brake. The Benelli TNT R is the best bike for city ride and it gets standard features and modern technology that will compete with its rivals in its category. The price of this machine is Indian market is INR 12,14,000.

Triumph Tiger 800 XRx Review

The Triumph Motorcyces has recently launched its two iconic motorcycles in India named Triumph Tiger 800 XRx and Triumph Tiger 800 XCx. The Tiger XRx is priced at INR 11.6 lakh, while the Tiger 800 XCx is being sold on INR 12.7 INR. And, the company has also introduced the base model as Tiger 800 XR which retails at Rs. 10.6 INR (all prices ex-showroom Delhi). These new additions sit alongside the 800XC and Explorer models in the Tiger range.

Let’s take a round on the characteristic of the Triumph Tiger 800 XRx, the Tiger 800 XRx is the best sports-cum-adventure motorcycles that comes loaded with an array of modern technology and a powerful engine.

In terms of design, the motorcycle is featured with a twin-headlight, an adjustable windshield and headlight mounted cowl, which give an adventure feel to the motorcycle. The motorcycle gets a muscular fuel tank and panel on the both sides of the tank feels a bit sharp and edgy. The list of standard features that comes with the XRx includes an advance trip computer (average speed, fuel consumption, total travel time, etc), adjustable windscreen, four-mode traction control and cruise control. The manufacturer has fitted spoke wheels on the both sides that are small in size, such as it gets a 19 inch in front and 17 inch wheels at the back for a pure road use.

Triumph Tiger 800 XRX Motorcycle

The off-road oriented motorcycle is featured with split seats that will pull you anywhere and everywhere easily. The black-coated frame looks very impressive and the rear seat mounted exhaust adds more beauty in its rugged profile. The adjustable seat height offers an ultimate level of comfort both for rider and pillion.

The new Tiger 800 XRx houses an 800cc liquid-cooled and inline-3 cylinder engine which makes the motorcycle feel quick. The engine generates a 94 BHP of power at 9,250 RPM and 79 NM of torque at 7,850 RPM. The gearbox has been updated for quicker and smoother shifts, such as the engine is connected to a six-speed transmission. The motorcycle is blessed with a multipoint sequential electronic fuel injection system that offers an excellent throttle response and also improved the overall fuel economy, now the motorcycle gives a fuel economy of 27.63 KMPL which is more efficient than its outgoing version.

The motorcycle is featured with an adjustable seat that can be adjusted according to your need. The handling is even more comfortable, thus the large handlebar provides excellent stability over the rugged surface that is even more comfortable than it’s older. The motorcycle is featured with three ride modes ROAD, OFF-ROAD and OFF.

The Triumph Tiger 800 XRx is loaded with a powerful safety objects that provide a wide range of ride quality. Thus, the Triumph Tiger 800 XRx has an advanced anti-lock braking system, traction control system and riding modes which are not only ensured for a safe ride, but also enhance your riding ability. The motorcycle is blessed with an advanced trip computer that has the functionality of average speed, fuel economy, journey time, average speed and fuel consumption.

The Triumph Tiger 800 XR09x is an ultimate off-road Tourer offering motorcycle from the company which would give a tough competition to the Suzuki V-Strom and upcoming Ducati Hypermotard range. With a riding modes and traction control system, the Tiger 800 XRx gives an ultimate fun ride in the hilly areas. The modern technology and robust engine will surely meet with riding ability.