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New 223cc Karizma FI to take on the Pulsar 220 DTS-Fi

nEo — Sun, 12 Nov 2006 07:58:21 +0000

HERO Honda will soon launch a fuel-injected version of its 223cc Karizma. As is well known the company had announced at the launch of the Glamour FI plans to introduce other models in its line-up with Honda’s new age PGM-FI technology which includes its 150cc offering the Achiever as well. Needless to say, the Karizma which hitherto hasn’t been selling too well, will command a premium over the already pricey carburetted version.

Further, the bike is not expected to come overloaded with features like a rear disc brake besides self cancelling indicators as seen on arch rival Bajaj Auto’s 220cc fuel injected Pulsar. Which is expected to hit markets in a few months.

SOurce : Overdrive india

If HH launch at a sensible prize with the support of cheap and readily available spares at least on order basis will make this product more popular. But anyway , it will be well over the price of dts-fi because of royalty to be paid to Honda. And without jazzi gadgets , i think its gonna be another failure.

Pulsar dtsfi 220cc Video

nEo — Sun, 22 Oct 2006 06:20:14 +0000

A footage of car and bike show in NDTV showing the new Pulsar DTS-FI 220cc in test track.

New CBZ Extreme – Pics and Specs

nEo — Thu, 12 Oct 2006 16:44:33 +0000

Hero Honda has Launched there new "CBZ" variant called CBZ X-treme. The bike is priced at Rs 53000 and Rs 56000 ex-showroom.Here are some of the pics and specs (Sources : cbzextreme.com and xbhp)
[[ CLICK on the thumbnails to view Fullsize images)

Egnine:

CBZ is the second bike and last bike i ever loved from hero honda stable , after splender. But look at this. How can hero honda name it as CBZ? CBZ was legend.. A trend setter.. And now same brand name for a crappy metal ****. Whatever may be the engine specifications , who want to ride something like this with a gayish headlamp with a third eye?? :OO: seriously , this is a ****ed up design error from hero honda.. Seeing the front headlight assembly , i felt like Apache and karizma spent a night together .

Any way , its got a nice 149.2 cc engine with 14.2 Bhp .Powerfull among the 150 cc bikes.. As like before

New Pulsar 180 UG3 – Digital Speedo!

nEo — Thu, 21 Sep 2006 17:10:47 +0000

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 …))

Not a big change in front..But new Clear lens indicators and a slightly changed headlight assembly.

Back end is more sharp now!

Now, this is what i miss baadly in my bike A cool digital display with orange backlight.Key seems to be new 1 in 3000 combination series

Side panel is new , with some grills..Dont know exactly what it is there for , may be for cooling ECU

Thats another ‘big’ change.ew tail end. Sharper and pointing up

Switches are backlited! I think thats another first in india feature

Thats the display unit. Bad pic quality. I’l post a clear one as soon as its available in Trivandrum

Digi display in action. A fuel indicator (digital) , speedo meter(digital) ,trip meter(digital) battery condition , over rev indicator( red light in tacho meter)

Thats LED tail Lamp.. According to bajaj , its maintanance free!!

Thats the Over Rev indicator light.It lights up when you rev up above limit..COool..And it also glows when you are low on fuel..

Killer Red ones..

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..

2nd Updated post for Pulsar 220 DtsFI

nEo — Tue, 12 Sep 2006 12:26:05 +0000

Finally bajaj confirmed about the release date of pulsar dts-fi. almost bike magazines carried test drive bajaj Pulsar 220cc bike in august edition. i have 2 posts this blog saying about pulsar 220cc .So this is my 3rd psot for pulsar 220cc. With more pics and finalised and confirmed spec details

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

Pulsar DTS-Fi 225 cc Updated

nEo — Tue, 09 May 2006 01:09:24 +0000

I did a post on pulsar DTS-Fi 225cc a couple of months ago(click here for the old post).Now i got some more pics.and some info..So..blogging again on Pulsar DTS-fi 225 cc..

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

Pulsar Dts-FI the new 225 cc bike from Bajaj

nEo — Mon, 06 Feb 2006 12:15:00 +0000

Check for More Pics and updated Post 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

Lot of people came here after searching for bajaj Pulsar Dts-Fi 225cc bike on google.For their info al the information given here are not confirmed.Bajaj Auto limited havnt confirmed about the launch time/price/engine performance. I heard about this bike from the auto expo`06 news on a News Paper.I searched a lot for its pics and details. Why should the company keep it as a secret? Any way i am grouping the data that i collected from various sources. Bajaj Pulsar DTS-Fi – A real performer bike from bajaj. A 225 cc engine, 21 bhp,oilcooled! , DTS-FI (Digital Twin Spark Fuel Injection) …. Thats what the indian bikers waited for. Now we have to wait for the price.I think it will be some where around 90k. But even then its a nice price comparing the performance it gives. 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 (Like the one used in Traffic signals) .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.

Updated post about Pulsar 225 cc Dtsfi and more pics

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