Yamaha 2010 YZF-R6

Yamaha 2010 YZF-R6

* The new, 100mm-longer muffler is designed for excellent power characteristics and reduced noise.
* The ECU settings have been revised for increased performance.

Key Features:


* The 2009 Daytona 200 winner is back and ready for the street or track.

* Light, powerful, and bristling with knowledge gained from years of racing, the YZF-R6 is the most advanced production 600cc 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.


* YCC-I®, Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake, is used on the R6 to vary intake tract length for excellent cylinder filling and a broader powerband. On the higher-revving R6, its benefits are even more pronounced.

* Back torque-limiting slipper-type clutch greatly facilitates braking/downshifting from high speed. Close-ratio 6-speed transmission delivers seamless power and maximum acceleration.

Engine:

* Compact, lightweight 67mm x 42.5mm, 599cc DOHC 16-valve, liquid-cooled titanium-valved four-cylinder has a compression ratio of 13.1:1, for great response. Domed pistons with valve cutouts produce a compact combustion chamber.

* Fuel injection mapping for the YCC-T—Yamaha Chip Controlled Throttle dual-injector system complements the high compression ratio for great throttle response and reduced engine braking.
* YCC-I—Yamaha Chip Controlled Intake electronically varies intake tract length for a broader powerband.
* A magnesium subframe removes weight from the rear of the motorcycle for increased mass centralization.
* Fork height adjustability and rear ride-height adjustment accommodate a great range of riders and tires.
* YCC-T 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.
* Slipper-type back torque-limiting clutch greatly facilitates braking and downshifting from high speed. Close-ratio six-speed transmission delivers seamless power and maximum acceleration.

* GP-style titanium muffler contributes to mass centralization and contains EXUP® for a broad powerband, and 02 sensor for spot-on injection and emissions compliance.
* Linerless, direct-plated ceramic-composite cylinder bores mean greater heat dissipation for consistent power delivery and reduced friction.

* Cool magnesium valve and engine covers are light and stylish.
* 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.

* The lightweight 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.

* The casting technique for the five-spoke 17-inch wheels makes the rims light and strong, not to mention wickedly cool-looking.

* Removable rear shock spacer and adjustable fork ride height allows the rider to tailor the ride position for the best fit and comfort.

Additional Features:

* 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.

Yamaha YFZ-R6
The Yamaha YZF-R6 was introduced in 1999 as the super sport version of Yamaha's Yamaha YZF-RI super bike, and as a companion to the more street-oriented Yamaha YZF600R sport bike which continued to be sold alongside the R6. The motorcycle featured Yamaha's completely new engine design capable of producing over 108 hp (81 kW) while stationary. The R6 was the world's first 600cc production four-stroke motorcycle producing over 100 hp (75 kW) in stock form.

The YZF-R6 has been revised several times since its introduction. Starting with the 2003 model, the R6 became fuel-injected. The 2006 model year was a significant upgrade with a new engine management system featuring the Ycc-T fly-by wite throttle and a multi-plate slipper clutch. The 2008 model incorporated the ycc arable-length intake system to optimize power at high engine rpm and an improved Deltaox ame dsign.

In 2006, Yamaha advertised that the R6 had a redline of17500 rpm. This is 2000 rpm higher than the previous R6 model and was the highest tachometer redline of any 2006 production four-stroke motorcycle engine.

It was widely reported that the 2006 YZF-R6's motor did not actually have this engine rpm redline level and was closer to around 16,200 rpm, but because of a deliberate tachometer error of about 8%, it read 17,500 rpm on the tachometer. In February 2006, Yamaha admitted the bike's true engine redline was more than 1,000 rpm lower than displayed on the tachometer than advertised, and offered to buy back any R6 if the customer was unhappy.

Bajaj palsar 125cc



Bajaj 125cc palsur

Bajaj Auto claims to offer the best biking experience to Indian riders. In a bid to augment its market presence, Bajaj Auto has launched the bajaj platina 125cc at a price of Rs. 36,660.

The new Bajaj platina will have a host of new features. The very useful electric start and 5-speed gear box form a part of the exclusive features. Bajaj Platina has also undergone some cosmetic changes and gets a dynamic and brand new body graphics. S Sridhar, Bajaj Auto Ltd CEO said "The new bike makes for easy commuting even on rough roads and provides amazing value for money." He added "we believe this offering would reinforce our presence in the entry level bike segment."

Bajaj platina is positioned as the 'Dumdaar Sawari' equipped with features like convenient electric Start as standard, 5-speed gear box for smooth riding, solid graphics and all black solid styling. The telescopic Front Suspension and Patented Rear SNS, enhance the overall look of the bike which claims to offer the supreme suspension for a comfortable ride.


The new bajaj Platina is slated to deliver 8.5PS of peak power at 7000rpm and 10Nm of peak torque at 4000rpm. The current version of Bajaj Platina developed 9.5PS of peak power and 10.85Nm of peak torque. The refurbished bike appears as if it has been toned down. Bajaj Platina is the ultimate answer for easy commuting even on roads that provide challenges. The new bike is an initiative by Bajaj to augment the biking experience for bikers and here`s hoping that the project appeals to bajaj fans across the nation.

Bajaj 150cc

Powerful 150cc
The New & Powerful 150cc 13 PS DTS-i engine not only delivers outstanding power and
pickup at the slightest twist of the wrist but also ensures excellent on-road mileage of 65 kmpl - equal to most other 100cc's. Bajaj R&D has really toiled to bring two opposites together i.e. mileage and power. Never before has any bike delivered such true 150-cc performance with a fuel efficiency to keep the customer smiling all the way.

The new Bajaj Discover 150cc has also been loaded with exciting premium features such as:
- 5 speed gear-box for superior performance
- Electric Start as a standard for quick hassle free starting
- Nitrox Suspension for highest level of comfort even on rough roads.
- Disc-brake
- Wider-rear tyres for better road grip.

Commenting on the launch, S. Sridhar, CEO (2 wh), Bajaj Auto said, "Discover 100 took market by a storm with its launch last July. In this short span of time the Discover 100 is already one of the largest selling models in the motorcycle market with current volumes averaging 75,000 pm. With the new Discover 150, we are instilling a fresh momentum and adding riding excitement to the overall Discover portfolio.

He further added that the new Discover is all set to be a pleasure to the commuter's pocket both in terms of purchase as well as operating cost.

Bajaj Discover 150 comes at an amazing prices of Rs.46.000/- (ex-showroom price, Delhi) and will be launched in a phase-wise manner across the country. The bike is future proof as it adheres to the latest BS III emission norms.

Discover is one of the largest selling brands in the Indian motorcycle market with more than 650,000 owners of Bajaj Discover 100 bikes in a short span of time. For the financial year 10-11, Bajaj Auto has a sales target of 4 million vehicles including 3.6 million motorcycles, consisting of largely the Bajaj Discover and Bajaj Pulsar range.

Yahama FZ16 raview



MotorBeam rati

Bike tested: Yamaha FZ16Price OTR Mumbai: 75,000/-

MotorBeam rating:

The Yamaha FZ16 has been a highly awaited bike and is a very important bike for Yamaha. We thought reviewing the FZ16 is as important as reviewing a new Maruti car, so we did not delay in getting our hands on the Yamaha FZ16

To start off this bike has striking presence. The looks of this bike will be a major reason for its success. We all know that the Pulsar 150 isint as great a bike as its sales figure suggests, its engine is not as refined either compared to the Unicorn but it does sell and how! One of the main reasons for the Pulsar 150 to sell so well is, it looks the part and the FZ16 makes the Pulsar look like a bike from last generation. After looking at the FZ16, i can confidently say that the bike is Definitely Male.

Just like the Yamaha R15, the FZ16 has been wind tunnel tested for better aerodynamics. The engine is air cooled and uses a carburetor. A FI version would have made this bike really more desirable but then Yamaha had to price it sanely too. However the bike does ride pretty well.

There is good amount of low end grunt, something which is missing in the R15. Though power of 14PS doesn’t speak much, its the torque which is worth talking about. 13.6NM @ 6000 RPM means this bike pulls very well from any RPM. There is very good throttle response and the bike will nudge 120kmph which is the norm in the 150cc segment. Yamaha claim an unrealistic mileage of 50kmpl. Expect 40kmpl under normal riding conditions

Just like the Yamaha R15, the FZ16 has been wind tunnel tested for better aerodynamics. The engine is air cooled and uses a carburetor. A FI version would have made this bike really more desirable but then Yamaha had to price it sanely too. However the bike does ride pretty well.

We really didn’t like the instrumentation on the FZ16. The tacho needle is small and makes it difficult to read. Otherwise too the instrument cluster is a wee bit small for our liking and for a bike which looks so big and butch, i really don’t know why Yamaha compromised on better instrumentation. The bike also has no kick start (ala Pulsar 220), similar fuel tank capacity as the R15 (12 liters) and weighs just 127 kegs (dry)

To sum up the FZ16 is a fantastic machine, it is worth the money and is certainly our pick in the 150cc segment. However Yamaha could have made it better, all those fat tires and forks need a bigger engine, perhaps a FZ20 should be launched by Yamaha to quench the performance hunger in us.

Whats Kool

Looks amazing

Rides very well

Engine has good grunt

Attention to detail

Fat tires

Good pricing

Whats UnKoo

  • Unimpressive instrument cluster
  • Pillion seat too small for humans

How does it Move

How does it Look

How does it Ride

How does it Handle

How does it Go

FZ16 Specifications:

Engine: 153CC air-cooled, four-stroke, single-cylinder, SOHC, 2 valves

Power: 14PS @ 7500rpm

Torque: 13.6Nm @ 6000rpm

Transmission: 1 down 4 up

Top Speed: 120kmph

Fuel Consumption: 35-40 kmpl (City), 40-45 kmpl (highway)

Fuel Tank Capacity: 12 liters

Fuel Type: Petrol Unleaded

Fuel System: 26mm CV Crab

Tires: 100/80/R17 (F), 140/60/R17 (R)

Brakes: 267mm single cross-drilled ventilated rotor with 2-pot calipers / 130mm drum

FZ16 Dimensions:

  • Overall length x width x height: 1975mm X 770mm X 1045mm
  • Seat height: 790mm
  • Wheelbase: 1,335mm
  • Minimum ground clearance: 160mm
  • Dry weight / Curb weight: 127 kegs / 137 kegs


Bajaj Pulsar 135cc

Bajaj Pulsar 135cc



Ahead of Pulsar 135cc launch on December 09, pictures of pulsar started floating across. A Bajaj Pulsar fan club called bajajpulsar org has posted pictures of the Bajaj pulsar 135cc. From the pictures, pulsar 135cc looks like a fusion of Bajaj XCD sprint (shown at 2008 auto expo) and pulsar 200cc. The styling of this bike is radical with trapezoidal headlamps. The rear muffler and rear number plate are also distinctly styled to resemble larger displacement sports bikes. However, the chain unit is closed one unlike we open chain arrangement in few Bajaj bikes. Pulsar 135cc is powered by 135cc DTS-Si engine which already powers XCD 135cc and develops 10bhp of max power at 7500 rpm. It pumps out 11.58Nm of peak torque at 5000rpm and the engine is mated with a four speed gearbox. Similar to other Bajaj motorcycles, Pulsar 135cc comes packed with list of features. LED tail lamps, gas charged rear suspension, digital instrumentation, split seats, clip-on handlebar,alloy wheels, handlebar weights and spilit grab rail.

The specifications are purely speculative and taken from bajajpulsar.org.

Pictures of Bajaj Pulsar 135cc

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* Bajaj’s new Discover 150cc

Comments (176)



1.
vikram says:
March 19, 2010 at 11:10 pm

hiii kind attention
my dear frnds before buyng pulsar 135

i had buy pulser 135.its gud byk to ride….but
i had only one big problen in this byk while driving in traffic after some time its aoutomaticalcly start taking chock due to which its become uncontrol to drive and i am very much fedup with this problem its my kind request to bjaja if they can rectify this problem please….. 9958535886
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2.
Dam says:
March 21, 2010 at 1:27 am

Is pulsar 135 as good as the other bikes from bajaj i.e. 150, 180 and so on. I am a lil confused as to go for 150 or 135. Kindly suggest.. Thanks in anticipation of the reply.
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3.
lucky bhati says:
March 21, 2010 at 9:02 pm

jo purchash karyga vo worid ka sabsay bada pagal ho ga yaar bike m kuch to h………….
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4.
robin says:
March 21, 2010 at 11:40 pm

i have no bikes.but i like it very much.whenever i saw it i stopped walking………………..
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5.
keshav says:
March 22, 2010 at 8:03 am

wid tis silencer it lost its style wat do u say man………………….. its really
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6.
Sumeet P. says:
March 24, 2010 at 11:01 pm

Hi..!!!Actually m planning 2 buy a new bike,choice btw Honda twister(with disc brake, which will take a month 2 come) & bajaj pulsar 135….please suggest. Pesonally, I felt latter has a little too big mud gards which spoiled its look, as these resemble old uncle’s big Atlas bycycle.
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7.
surya says:
March 26, 2010 at 1:56 pm

i have this bike its performances very good .. i want to make bike to a rider…
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8.
Senthil says:
March 26, 2010 at 7:22 pm

Hi,
I have bought this bike a month ago. I have completed my first service last week. I could get a mileage of 62 in city traffic. The Bike is awesome to ride and overall its nice.

*** Never compare Pulsar 150 with this 135. Try comparing with the same segment/CC bikes. For eg,It wont make sense if you compare a TVS 50 and a Splender.
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9.
parikshit says:
March 27, 2010 at 11:56 am

pulsure 135 is a great bike i baught it for stunting
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10.
Prakash Kumar says:
March 27, 2010 at 5:19 pm

I have bought this bike a week ago. I have not checked the Mileage. The bike is good for ride and look.

The only problem i noted that engine gets heated.Does any body have this issue . Because i want to know if that is a problem .

This is my first bike . Need some reviews from the Pulsar 135 users
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11.
beeresha. says:
April 3, 2010 at 6:05 pm

It’s very bad why bajaj launched this bike the pulsar 135cc is not looking nice but its look like a makap to old women
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12.
tijo says:
April 7, 2010 at 9:16 am

it’s very bad man it’s look like crap
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13.
RAJKUMAR S says:
April 8, 2010 at 10:38 am

Nice , Good look,
feel happy while long drive
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14.
RAJKUMAR S says:
April 8, 2010 at 10:42 am

This above suggestion is my 1 week New bike experiance
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15.
YASH PATEL says:
April 9, 2010 at 11:07 pm

I HAVE ALSO A PULSAR 135CC BIKE.IT IS VERY NICE BIKE AND LIKES A DREAM.
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16.
Rahul says:
April 14, 2010 at 12:08 am

hey guys
i have used both pulsar 150cc and i bought 135cc 12 days back. this version of 135cc overtakes 150cc by means of power and torque. the mileage is great and the best thing in this bike is the quick acceleration created by world’s first 4valve engine. it is very comfortable while riding. those who r having 150cc they will regret coz dis one is an amazing bike.
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17.
anand says:
April 20, 2010 at 3:18 pm

Hi;
this is cool bike for new generation.
I would like to give u suggesion for Pulser 135
that there have been some change at the distance
given in seat and rear wheel

ANAND KUMAR KASHYAP
MOB No 09307731932
09305322782
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18.
DURGESH says:
April 20, 2010 at 4:10 pm

Hi,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
cool & sexy bike,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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19.
KASHYAP says:
April 20, 2010 at 4:26 pm

Hi,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
cool bike & nice bike,,,,,,,,
This is strong bike & smoot drive & Attract to any
Youngesters,so enjoy for every moments.
I LIKE IT.

ANAND KUMAR KASHYAP
TATA MOTORS LTD
LUCKNOW
Mob No – 09307731932
09305322782
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20.
SHIVA says:
April 21, 2010 at 2:06 pm

IT IS MINDBLOWING I LIKE THE BIKE
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21.
PAWAN says:
April 21, 2010 at 2:08 pm

IT IS MINDBLOWING I LIKE THE BIKE
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22.
yusuf says:
May 1, 2010 at 8:22 pm

pulsar 135 its a good bike………..
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23.
rohit says:
May 1, 2010 at 9:02 pm

its a fully loaded mini pulsar with enormous attractive property
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24.
Amarjeet says:
May 5, 2010 at 12:26 pm

Hi i am amarjeet from delhi i want to buy a bike i am confused with apachi pulsar 135 or yamaha fzs please tell me which one is best i want average and style both
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25.
Rakesh patel says:
May 6, 2010 at 1:04 am

I m buy pulsar 135ls. This is very good bike to ride in plane rode and just uncomfratable to traffic i repvest to bajaj pls few change their modification
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26.
Gautam says:
May 9, 2010 at 5:06 pm

I think its a good byk for youngsters………….having GF.
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Bajaj to launch Pulsar 135cc, Discover 150cc and Discover 100cc KS


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Bajaj which has already launched refreshed Pulsar 150cc, Pulsar 180cc, Pulsar 220cc and Ninja 250cc plans another blitzkrieg. Bajaj will roll out three new models soon – Pulsar 135cc, Discover 150cc and kick start version of Discover 100cc. With these launches, Bajaj will leverage the pulsar and discover brand to its peak. The disover 150cc will come with alloy wheels and without any body graphics. Bajaj Discover 100cc which is already making headlines with its immense success will get further boost with the launch affordable discover 100cc. Stay tuned for more updates.

Pulsar 200cc

Bajaj pulsur 200cc

By the time Dhoom-3 is produced atleast the producer will not have to import bikes. Cruise bikes are ready in India itself! Bajaj has launched the Pulsar 200cc and Hero Honda has come up with face lifted Karizma. Thanks to the India’s growth story, manufacturers have come up with modern bikes that can be comparable to any international bike. When you watch Dhoom 3 don’t get surprised if Hrithik is on the Karizma and Abishek is on the Pulsar 200cc.
Here is the detailed comparison of these two amazing bikes.

Engine and Transmission:

Pulsar 200cc features India’s first oil cooled engine which delivers a maximum power of 18Ps@8000rpm making it most powerful engine offered by Bajaj. It’s an air cooled single-cylinder with an alloy barrel and head as well as twin valves. Oil cooler placed just below the fuel tank helps in further cooling of engine lubricant and keep the large 198.8cc motor cool. Digital twin spark ignition (DTS-i) and torque expansion chamber — ExhausTEC ensures the pulsar to provide sufficient levels of torque at low engine rpm levels and is optimized to provide torque distribution in the mid and higher range rpm levels. Pulsar 200cc features a five speed gearbox with one down and four up pattern.

For the face lifted Karizma the engine remains the same. Karizma scores over the pulsar when comes to torque, the bigger engine provides a healthy 18.35Nm@6000rpm against the pulsar’s 17.17Nm. The progressive feel, multi-plate wet-type clutch and the smooth five-speed gearbox are again the same as in the previous version.

Pulsar 200cc clocks a top speed of 121kph against the 125kph offered by Karizma 223cc. Pulsar 200cc is not quicker as Karizma 223cc and it cruises to 60kph from rest in 4.73 seconds. The pulsar 200cc offers an impressive mileage of 38.3kpl in city and 42.4kpl in highway against the Karizma offers only 30kpl in city and a decent figure of 45kpl in highway. Performance figures are taken from autocar India.

Design:

When comes to cruiser bikes power and style is the deciding factor but with proven engines style occupies the centre stage. The two bikes derive their styling from their previous version and have added some interesting features. Pulsar 200cc derives its identity from 180 and 150. Bajaj’s new additions in Pulsar 200cc are
*Black paint theme carried over to the front fork legs, the rear shock absorbers, and the swing arm, in addition to the engine and six spoke alloy rims, for deadly looks.
* A lowered Headlamp/Fairing assembly along with a high tail-end, giving it an aggressive, ready to pounce
stance.
* An all Stainless Steel silencer with an aluminium muffler can for genuine sporty looks and long life.
* Sleek, Twin row, Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) derived from the upgraded pulsar 180cc along the split grab rail perfectly compliments the new rear chiseled looks.

I have seen many Bikers love to alter their Pulsar 150cc, 180cc and other bikes with modern diffuser, more powerful horns, replacing rear tyres with bigger tyres, raising the rear suspension to give a racing look and exposing the drive train which demands higher price . For those relief comes in the form of pulsar 200cc Bajaj has offered some of these as standard features

* It’s the first bike in India to feature both front and rear tubeless tyres, which besides offering superior stability are safer than conventional tube types and in sync with the offerings abroad for similar applications. The rear tyre is the broadest in its category to ensure better road grip and stability. Another first is the use of split seats in pulsar 200cc for styling and comfort.

New Karizma strikes the Bajaj 200cc with the following additions

*an attractive new logo, which represents the bike’s cutting edge imagery of being racy.
*International styling graphics with a pronounced `R’ on the tank and an asymmetrical one on the visor in keeping with the latest international trend.
*New sporty under-cowl, which makes the bike look more powerful and mean.

*Matt-axis grey coat for the engine, which makes it look very rugged.
*The other notable features in the bike are the red-coloured springs in rear suspensions and stylish fender with new graphics
A special edition version of New Karizma, which has a set of racy-red mag wheels and a dual tone finish for exhaust pipe, makes it one of the most attractive bikes on Indian roads. Although the cosmetic changes made in the Karizma targets the youth it is not enough to meet the sporty Pulsar 200cc in design

Handling and Engineering:

Pulsar 200cc is lengthier than new Karizma but its wheelbase is shorter than new Karizma which means you have to be careful with the Pulsar 200cc while negotiating a turn. Both the bikes offer disc at the front and drum brake at the rear as a standard feature. With the MRF tubeless tyres at the front and the back Pulsar gives excellent traction control. Even though Karizma features a 276mm disc at the front a little larger than 260mm offered in pulsar, the massive 150kg Karizma comes to halt in 18.36m from 60kph as against 16.47m taken by pulsar 200cc from the same speed. Both the bikes offer a commanding position for riders. But with split seats and carefully placed foot rest the pillion in the pulsar 200cc gets better visibility. The split seats are not only meant for the sporty look, but also resides a modest lockable and cable released storage under it.

Special features:

In addition to the features mentioned in design section both these bikes have special features which increases their practicality

Pulsar 200cc also leaves its drive chain exposed with O’ ring sealed, which is pre-lubricated to help it stay reliable inspite of running open without protection is one such example. Similar to its sibling Pulsar 220cc-soon to be launched, the pulsar 200cc bike throws away the kick lever and makes you to crank the engine only with your thumb unlike the Karizma which offers both self and Kick mechanism for cranking. Both these bikes use best instruments and unheard features in any Indian bike. Both Pulsar 200cc and the new Karizma have Digital odo Meter, Digital Fuel Gauge and Digital Trip Meter. Pulsar 200cc features a digital console which uses only LEDs and intelligently varies its amber backlight intensity for viewing in either day or night. The new Karizma features a night vision in the digital console, which illuminates the console to bright neon yellow and makes the speedometer stand out in the dark, forming a stunning contrast. It also features powerful multi-reflector trapezoidal headlight with two pilot lamps for that added beam, an integrated clear-lens lamp tail light for better visibility at the rear. Real time clock is found only in the console of Karizma. Both these bikes use 15 litre reservoirs and bar end weights – which keeps off the vibration. Karizma has safety switch for clutch which actuates when the vehicle is started in gear.

What Karizma lacks:

For the features like self-canceling Indicators that switch off when the turn has been completed and the handlebar comes to a ‘straight ahead’ position with a pre-set automatic switch off function, even if the turn has not been undertaken, auto switchover feature – which comes into play incase one of the two Headlamp filaments stops functioning, backlit, non-contact type, soft-touch handlebar switches digital speedo meter – which throws away the conventional cable, additional digital trip meter and indicators for air filter condition, engine temperature, battery voltage and oil level -all of which contribute to enhancing rider info for trouble-free riding and for a low maintenance battery with a unique venting valv – which drastically reduces the electrolyte loss and therefore reducing frequency of routine maintenance the new Karizma has no answers to Bajaj Pulsar 200cc.

Pricing and availability:

The new Karizma will also continue to be priced at almost the same level as the previous version, with on-road prices for the regular variant working out to Rs 79,000-80,000. The special edition variant with red mag-wheels will be costlier by about Rs 1,000. Bajaj has launched 52 Probiking outlets – which will house only high performance bikes. Pulsar 200cc would be available at such Probiking showrooms at select locations across the country for an attractive price of Rs.65,497 (ex showroom, New Delhi).

Summing it up…

With proven engine and completely new unheard features Bajaj Pulsar 200cc outsmarts the new Karizma. Also, the better pricing makes the Bajaj pulsar 200cc a perfect bike for the highway. Whether you choose new Karizma or Pulsar 200cc one thing is sure i.e. you will find a perfect mate for the week-end outing