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]]> http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-bajaj-pulsar-220-dtsfi-chrome-and-black-version/feed/ 71 http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-yamaha-r15-150cc/ http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-yamaha-r15-150cc/#comments Thu, 10 Jan 2008 20:38:51 +0000 nEo http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-yamaha-r15-150cc/

“A bike which can beat any production bike in India from any stable ,in a quarter mile, in a straight line, at the corners and in traffic” – The Yamaha YZF R15

Yamaha YZF R15 is a india specific bike hosting an 150cc engine which was designed for just one thing – Performance! A bike which can be said as the fastest in Indian Bikes. Although the engine details are secret YZF R15 have several first-in-Indian-bike features.

Packed full of state-of-the-art technologies, the new YZF-R15 boasts performance worthy of a supersport model and a body design that evokes the image of the YZF-R series and gives visual expression to the quality of its ride. It is truly an embodiment of Yamaha’s desire to bring customers a model to help them “Enjoy riding”.

The new YZF-R15 makes full use of the MotoGP race experience and YZF-R series supersport bike development technology and know-how acquired by Yamaha Motor over the years to create a 150cc supersport bike that offers users to truly “Enjoy riding” in a full range of situations, from around-town riding to touring on winding roads and even aggressive riding on the circuit.

Yamaha YZF R 15 is the first model for the Indian market designed in the true supersport image and featuring a high-level balance of enjoyable running performance on winding roads, enjoyable performance and riding comfort with a tandem passenger and agile handling through crowded city traffic. The body has been designed to show at a glance that this is a “R series bike” and to give visual expression to technology feedback from the 10 years of YZF-R series development since the series debut in 1998. In this way, it is a direct expression of Yamaha’s motorcycle development ideal of “Exciting Performance & Stylish Design” in the 150cc class.

(YSF R15 in Delhi Auto Expo 08)

Thanks to Payeng for the Photo (www.2wheelsindia.com)

It is based on totally race technology with which MotoGP bikes runs, technology with which R1 is built. It is India’s first 150cc 4 valve engine. It is India’s first Bike with forged pistons. It is India’s first Bike with a Diasil Cylinder. It is India’s first Bike with the Deltabox frame, again based on the R1. And it is India’s first Bike with a 6speed gear box.

It is Fuel Injected and will hit the market in June 2008 .The rear tyres though are only a mere 100, MRF uses imported Soft compound to give it better grip than similar sized tyres.

We can expect a prize of INR 80000/- for a beast like this. Never care for the CC. I hope it will have 20+ bhp and a top speed somewhere near 140kmph. I repeat , I HOPE!

Main Features

(1) A newly developed 150cc liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, single-cylinder fuel-injected engine
(2) An all-aluminum “DiASil Cylinder” produced by an exclusive Yamaha casting technology
(3) Eco-friendly performance that clears the next-phase Bharat 4 emissions standard
(4) The “Deltabox frame” known for excellent rigidity balance
(5) Impressive “2-eye” multi-reflector headlight design in the YZF-R series image

Confirmed Specs :

- Fully Faired
- Rear Disc Brake
- 150cc
- Liquid Cooling
- Delta Box Frame
– Forged aluminum pistons
- 6 Hole type Fuel Injector

- High capacity air cleaner/filter

- Yamaha accessories including riding gear
- 6 speed transmission
- R1 Style Instrument Console
- 10,500 RPM Red line

Specs as shown in Yamaha Site -

• Tyre Front: 80/90 – 17 inch tubeless
• Tyre Rear: 100/80 – 17 inch tubeless
• Brakes: Front- Disc, Rear- Disc
• Fuel Tank: 12 Litres
• Wheelbase: 1290 mm
• Min Ground Clearance: 160 mm

The PowerHouse:

yamaha-r-15-photo-engine

The Speedo Console (Check the Red Limit! ) :

yamaha-r-15-photo-console

The Frame:

yamaha-r-15-photo-frame

Twin Lights(Like in R1):

yamaha-r-15-photo-head-light

Launch Date : June/July (Expected date) Released!!

Price : 1,07,000 Rs. ( On Road Price , Kerala)

]]> http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-yamaha-r15-150cc/feed/ 375 http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-bajaj-blade/ http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-bajaj-blade/#comments Thu, 10 Jan 2008 20:00:11 +0000 nEo http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-bajaj-blade/ Apart from Discover 150 and XCD Sprint , Bajaj showcased the new Blade Scooter in Auto Expo 08. Blade was shown in 2006 auto expo , but this one is refined version with discs in front. Blade is expected to hit the market in 2008.

Photos taken by MG_Biker180 (xbhp) .Posted with Permission.Please get permission from the original photographer before copying the pic.

]]> http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-bajaj-blade/feed/ 11 http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-bajaj-discover-150/ http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-bajaj-discover-150/#comments Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:15:53 +0000 nEo http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-bajaj-discover-150/ Bajaj unleashed two new pure desi bikes in Auto expo.Discover 150 and XCD Sprint.

Discover 150 styling is just OK.Tried to make it aggressive. But to me, it looks like overdone. But , what about pulsar 150 now? Are they going to stop the production? Or following herohonda by confusing customers with more than one model with same engine capacity. Engine is 150 cc 14.1PS @ 8500r.p.m(ie. 12.3 NM @ 6500r.p.m) which makes it clear that Discover 150 is a commuter friendly 150cc bike

Photos taken by MG_Biker180 (xbhp) .Posted with Permission.Please get permission from the original photographer before copying the pic.

The XCD Sprint was rumored to sport 4 valve head. And it is!! Yes. The XCD has a
4 valve 12.5PS @ 9000r.p.m Engine. (ie. 10.3NM@ 6500r.p.m) . Detailed post will follow soon…

Speedo Console

Tail – Thats Unique!

Photos taken by MG_Biker180 (xbhp) .Posted with Permission.Please ask permission from the original photographer before copying the pic.

]]> http://blog.neo999.com/auto-expo-08-bajaj-xcd-sprint/feed/ 45 http://blog.neo999.com/150-cc-feature-comparison-hero-honda-hunk-bajaj-pulsar-150-tvs-apache/ http://blog.neo999.com/150-cc-feature-comparison-hero-honda-hunk-bajaj-pulsar-150-tvs-apache/#comments Tue, 23 Oct 2007 22:55:11 +0000 nEo http://blog.neo999.com/tech/150-cc-feature-comparison-hero-honda-hunk-bajaj-pulsar-150-tvs-apache/ Technical Specifications

TVS

Apache

Rs. 60643.00

Bajaj

Pulsar 150 DTSi

Rs. 62615.00

Hero Honda

Hunk

Rs. 55000.00

Engine 147.5cc 149.01 cc, 2 Plug 149.2cc Power 13.7ps@8500rpm 13.50ps@8500rpm 14.4ps@8500rpm Torque 12.3nm@6000rpm 13.90nm@6500rpm 12.80nm@6500rpm Weight 136.00 kg 137.00 kg 143.00 kg Fuel Tank 16.00 15.00 12.40 Wheelbase 1260.00 mm 1330.00 mm 1325.00 mm Top Speed 112 kmph 113 kmph - Brakes Petal Disc 240mm Front Disk 240 mm Dia Front Disc Fuel Economy 54 kmpl 52 kmpl - Features ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||| Fuel Guage Yes Yes Yes Self Start Yes Yes Yes Tacho Meter Yes Yes Yes Trip Meter Yes Yes Yes Stand Alarm No Yes No Alloys Yes Yes Yes                         ]]> http://blog.neo999.com/150-cc-feature-comparison-hero-honda-hunk-bajaj-pulsar-150-tvs-apache/feed/ 100 http://blog.neo999.com/new-pulsar-180-ug3-digital-speedo/ http://blog.neo999.com/new-pulsar-180-ug3-digital-speedo/#comments Thu, 21 Sep 2006 17:10:47 +0000 nEo http://blog.neo999.com/index.php/other/new-pulsar-180-ug3-digital-speedo/ Another miracle by Bajaj Auto Limited .. and for me , it turned out as another big loss due to my want-it-now attitude . I bought my new 180 Dtsi V2.1 (Fear the black series) 2 months ago. I heard about the new 180 which was about to launch any where between november and december. But BAL cheated me and launched it Yesterday!! If i knew it when i was about to buy my bike, may be , i could have waited for another 45 days..And to add to my loss, BAL is selling at the same price!!! a digital bike (!!!) with cosmetic mods + a better clutch/gear assembly for same price!!! I checked Bajaj Pro Biking showroom in Trivandrum and they havnt received new stocks.So , I am simply stealing pics from other online sources . I’l explain new addons by pics.. read on..

First a video of Self check on start up.. A cool feature.. ((Video May Take time to load …))

SALIENT FEATURES OF THE PULSAR UG III

A) Attractive looks :
1) NEW LH AND RH SIDE PANELS
2) NEW SEAT COWL
3) NEW INDICATORS
4) NEW HEADLAMP WITH ‘BLACK MASK’
5) BACK-LIT, NON CONTACT HANDLEBAR SWITCHES

B) Convenience :
1) LCD SPEEDO CONSOLE AND TACHOMETER
2) DAY-NIGHT MODE OF SPEEDO CONSOLE
3) NEW GRAPHIC FUEL LEVEL INDICATOR
4) ‘OVER-REV’ INDICATING LIGHT
5) RES FUEL LEVEL INDICATING LIGHT
6) LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERY
7) AUTO SWITCH OVER FUNCTION OF HEAD LAMP
SELF CANCELLING INDICATORS
9) SMOOTHER GEAR SHIFTING MECHANISM
10) SMOOTHER CLUTCH OPERATION
11) OIL LEVEL INSPECTION WINDOW

C) Superior engine performance :
1) ROCKER ARM PIVOTS HAVE BEEN ENDOWED WITH NEEDLE ROLLER BEARINGS TO REDUCE FRICTION
2) OPTIMISED CAMSHAFT TIMINGS
3) NEW AIRFILTER ASSEMBLY
4) DUAL FOAM BIG AIR FILTER
5) OPTIMISATION OF RESONATOR BOX POSITION ON SILENCER
(EXHAUST-TEC POSITION SHIFTED)

D) Freedom from maintenance :
1) MAINTENANCE FREE BATTERY
2) BETTER BATTERY LIFE DUE TO PROTECTION AGAINST OVER CRANKING 3) NON CONTACT HANDLEBAR SWITCHES
4) BULBS REPLACEMENT NOT REQUIRED
5) EASY TO TAKE OUT FILTER FOAM FOR MAINTENANCE
6) SILENCER WITH INTERNAL PARTS OF STAINLESS STEEL
7) EASIER TO KICKSTART
CABLE REPLACEMENTS NOT REQUIRED

colours available are : blue, red, black and silver
and the red is the same cocktail red as the previous 180

More Pics :

if u have more pics , please send it to neo@neo999.com . Thank you..

Engine
Type
Single Cylinder Air Cooled, 4 Stroke Sohc
Valve Train
2 Valve
Displacement
220cc
Bore & Stroke
NA
Comp. Ratio
NA
Starting
Electric Start only
Ignition/fuelling
Fuel injection (DTS-Fi)

• First four stroke engine in the world employing DTS-Fi technology

  • Intelligently controlled ignition timing for each plug
  • High combustion efficiency
  • Low performance variability between engines
  • Precise metering of fuel for highest outputs and lower emissions
  • Easy engine starts in all conditions of temperature and altitude
  • Best in class fuel economy [as in beating the Karizma? Is that even a task?
• First natural air-cooled 4-stroke engine in India employing a oil cooler
  • Maintains lube-oil viscosity even under extreme conditions of stress and ambient temperatures.
  • Also helps in cooling the engine internals
• First high capacity engine in India to employ rollers at rocker arm pivits and camshaft interfaces for low friction
• First engine in India to have electric start as the sole means of cranking

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
• First vehicle in the class to employ the widest tyres
• First vehicle in India to employ a hydraulically actuated 230 mm rear disc brake
  • Enhances braking performance and control
• First bike in India to employ a large 37 mm front fork for class leading vehicle dynamics
• First...India to employ a non-contact digital speedo drive for accuracy, simplicity and long life
• First...India to use clip-on handlebars
• First...India to use a unique damping method for damping high frequency vibrations in clip-on handlebars (patent applied for)
• First...India to employ a pure sports riding position [don't agree. Thought the bars could have been still lower and more sporty. Great position for fast touring, though]
• First…India to incorporate a pinch clamp for front axle
  • Ensures smooth parallel fork sliding action for lower fork stiction
  • The usual method can force the legs to flex the tubes due to non-parallelism – high stiction
• First…India to use a 3000 combination ignition cum steering lock with a twin-track pilfer proof key
• First…world to employ backlit handlebar switches
• First…India to employ non-contact handlebar switches for soft touch feel and zero maintenance
• First…world to employ non-contact ‘intelligent’ self-cancelling turn signals
• First…India to employ ‘black mask’ twin headlamps in a vertical stack configuration
• First…India to employ a high wattage (H7, 55W) ellipsoidal projector lamp for white light low beam illumination
• First…India to employ a high wattage (H7, 55W) compact clear lens parabolic lamp for white light high beam illumination
• First…India to employ white light pilot lamp bulbs
• First…India to employ a large free form orange backlit LCD speedo panel, displaying among other things the vehicle speed [accurate to within 2 kph], odometer, 2 tripmeters, graphic fuel level indicator and other information icons [diagnostics: air filter choked, oil temperature, battery voltage and oil level]
• First…India to employ a stepper motor driven tachometer needle for quick undamped response
• First…India to incorporate a flashing over-rev warning light in the speedo console
• First…India to have an electronic speedo console which when keyed on goes through a self-diagnostic check
• First…India which incorporates a flashing warning light for low fuel level
• First…India to incorporate a 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
• First…India to employ a battery-saving function to automatically switch off headlamps while cranking
• First…India to employ a battery-saving function to automaticallyregulates the number of continuous cranks
• First…India equipped with a high-capacity O ring chain for final drive – smooth operation and long life in harsh operating conditions
• First…India employing elliptical section swingarm on needle roller pivot bearings
• First…India to incorporate sculpted, compact, fairing mounted rear view mirrors
• First…India with sporty, sculpted two-piece grab rail for sleek big bike looks
• First…India with a split seat design for easy access to tool kit and first-aid kit
• First…India to sport ‘twin slash’ high intensity LED clear lens tail lamp, requiring zero maintenance
• First…India to sport and aggressive and stylish anti-scratch tank pad to prevent damage to petrol tank paintwork due to zippers

Dimensions
Kerb Weight
150 kg
Wheel Base
1,350 mm
Length
2,035 mm
Width
750 mm
Overall Height
1,140 mm
Ground Clearance
177 mm
Tank Capacity
15 l

• 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
• Crystal 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

PS: Taken from various sources 

Earlier post about the Bajaj Pulsar DTS-Fi:

Pulsar DTS-Fi 220 1st Update                                                Pulsar Dts-FI 220 cc  First Post

PS:  Another updated post of pulsar 220 with confirmed spec list has been created on september 12th 2006 . Please click here to read that post

GO TO 2nd Updated Post of pulsaR 220cc DTS-Fi

Updated Specs:

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

Price: Around 85000

And its  fuel-injected. Thats a big first for an indigenous bike.  Fuel injection means quicker throttle response and better mileage

For a detailed review click here

 Here are the new pics…

And for those who want dig up my old post about Pulsar dtsfi – Go here!

PS:  Another updated post of pulsar 220 with confirmed spec list has been created on september 12th 2006 . Please click here to read that post

GO TO 2nd Updated Post of pulsaR 220cc DTS-Fi