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Auto Expo 08 – Yamaha FZ 150

nEo — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 10:32:02 +0000

Like the Yamaha YZF R15 has racing technology from R1 like six-speed transmission , the Yamaha FZ 150 is being toned down to 150 cc from the existing global version of 1,000 cc.It is 150cc (non FI) , 5 Speed Gear box, Air Cooled and have Monoshock suspension Yamaha FZ 150 will be launched in October 2008.

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Latest photos of Yamaha FZ 150.

Auto Expo 08 – Bajaj Pulsar 220 Dtsfi Chrome and Black version

nEo — Sat, 12 Jan 2008 08:19:39 +0000

Bajaj exhibited a chromed full black version of Pulsar 220 DtsFi in AutoExpo -08 . It looked neat and classy to me unlike the all chrome version of Karizma. Please check the photos below.

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Photos taken by Aryan @ Xbhp.com . Please get permission from him before using these photos .

Auto Expo 08 – Yamaha YZF R15 150cc

nEo — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 20:38:51 +0000

“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)

Auto Expo 08 – Bajaj Discover 150

nEo — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:15:53 +0000

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.

Auto Expo 08 – Bajaj XCD Sprint

nEo — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 19:15:43 +0000

Bajaj unleashed two new pure desi bikes in Auto expo.Discover 150 and XCD Sprint along with Blade

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.