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Hero MotoCorp is just about to launch a bike called the Ignitor with a 125cc ATFT engine.

The bike was displayed by the company earlier this year at Auto Expo in New Delhi, and yes, it does resemble the Honda Stunner a lot. India’s No. 1 two-wheeler maker hopes to strengthen its grip on the 125-cc segment where it has other models like Super Splendor and Glamour, priced between Rs 55,000 to Rs 60,000 (on road, Pune).

However, the sporty looking Ignitor is a premium offering in the segment and will bear on-road Mumbai price tags of Rs 66,139 for the drum and self-starter version, while the disc and self-starter variant is priced at Rs 68,426.

It’s not just the external design that resembles the Honda Stunner, even the specs of the 129kg bike at Hero’s official website states that the 124.7cc engine will produce 11.15 PS power and 11 Nm peak torque, which is identical to the Honda. You get to chose from four colour options – Pearl Whilte, Sports Red, Vibrant Blue and Panther Black Metallic.

Visit Hero MotoCorp’s website for more information

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Engine
Type	Air cooled , 4 – stroke single cylinder OHC
Displacement	124.7 cc
Max. Power	8.20 kW ( 11 bhp ) @ 8000 rpm
Max. Torque	11 N-m @ 5000 rpm
Bore x Stroke	52.4 x 57.8 mm
Carburettor	CV Type
Compression Ratio	9.2 :1
Starting	Self Start / Kick Start
Ignition	Digital CDI
Transmission & Chassis
Clutch	Multiplate wet
Gear box	5 Speed constant mesh
Chassis Type	Tubular , Diamond Type
Suspension
Front	Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Rear	Swing Arm with adjustable hydraulic shock absorbers
Brakes
Front Brake	Dia 240 mm Disc – Non Asbestos type
Rear Brake	Internal expanding shoe type ( 130 mm ) – Non Asbestos type
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Size Front	17 x 1.85, Cast Wheel
Rim Size Rear	17 x 2.15, Cast Wheel
Tyre Size Front	80/100 x 17 – M/C 46 P ( Tubeless Tyre )
Tyre Size Rear	100/90 x 17 – M/C 55P ( Tubeless Tyre )
Electricals
Battery	12 V – 3 Ah , MF Battery
Head Light	35 W / 35 W – Halogen Bulb ( Multi-Reflector )
Tail Stop Lamp	5 W / 21 W ( Multi-Reflector )
Turn Signal Lamp	10 W x 4 nos ( Multi- Reflector )
Dimensions
Length	2010 mm
Width	710 mm
Height	1095 mm
Wheelbase	1270 mm
Ground Clearance	175 mm
Kerb Weight	129 kg

There an awesome new TVC doing the rounds on YouTube and with every passing second getting hits after hits. It’s our very own good/bad cop Chulbul ‘Dabangg’ Pandey a.k.a Salmaan Khan busting crime with ease and capturing runaway criminals with ease in the story line of this advert. Even though a bit stereo typical in its approach, the TVC manages to create an impression in the minds of the people with a humorous approach. As far as the marketing aspect is concerned Suzuki are bang on and roping in the character of Chulbul Pandey is sure to work in favor of the brand.

The new Hayate ad is slated to hit prime-time television very soon, but for now you can watch it here.

Bajaj has discretely disclosed the price of the much anticipated Pulsar 200NS at its dealerships in Pune.

It is no surprise the the Pune-based automobile major chose its home city for the soft-launch. The all-new Pulsar 200NS will bear a price tag of Rs 94,210 (on the road, Pune) which is bang on to what we had predicted in our first ride / impression of the bike. With 23.52PS of power on tap at 9500rpm and 18.3Nm of turning force at 8000rpm, the triple spark plugged, four valves SOHC, 200NS is a hoot to ride!

The price of the Pulsar 200NS might vary in different states of India but we are certain it will remain with-in the Rs 1 lakh price bracket, which makes it a good value for money proposition. The bike will be available for test ride from next week onwards. But if you have already made up your mind about the purchase, then you can book it by paying Rs 10,000 up front.

Bajaj also released a 360-degree tour of the Pulsar 200NS, with Transformers-style animation that one can watch here.

For a detailed ride report of the Pulsar 200NS visit www.bikeindia.in or click here

 

Bajaj has discretely disclosed the price of the much anticipated Pulsar 200NS at its dealerships in Pune.

It is no surprise the the Pune-based automobile major chose its home city for the soft-launch. The all-new Pulsar 200NS will bear a price tag of Rs 94,210 (on the road, Pune) which is bang on to what we had predicted in our first ride / impression of the bike. With 23.52PS of power on tap at 9500rpm and 18.3Nm of turning force at 8000rpm, the triple spark plugged, four valves SOHC, 200NS is a hoot to ride!

 

The price of the Pulsar 200NS might vary in different states of India but we are certain it will remain with-in the Rs 1 lakh price bracket, which makes it a good value for money proposition. The bike will be available for test ride from next week onwards.

 

For a detailed ride report of the Pulsar 200NS visit www.bikeindia.in or click here

A Harley-Davidson’s incredible Tsunami tale­

No we are not nothing about some sort of a natural disaster occurring at Harley-Davidson headquarters, we are talking about something quite so unique that it has found its way into the Harley museum. A Harley-Davidson motorcycle that had turned up on the shores of western Canada after being lost in the Japanese tsunami last year was discovered by Peter Mark in British Columbia. Apparently, after being swept away from Miyagi prefecture, the bike spent over a year at sea floating in a cargo container.

The motorcycle’s owner, Ikuo Yokoyama who identified the motorcycle’s number plate was ecstatic and was in touch with the people at Harley. He narrated the miracle story as how his bike had been preserved in the container for over 1 year. Harley-Davidson offered to pay the bill to both fully restore the bike and then ship it back to Japan. But, Yokoyama has requested that the bike be preserved and displayed at the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in the U.S.

Yokoyama, who lost three family members in last year’s disasters, says that he wishes that the motorcycle, and its incredible tale, to serve as a memorial for all the victims of the March 11th tragedy. Bill Davidson, the vice president of the museum, says the owner’s wishes will be honored, and he hopes to bring Yokoyama to the unveiling.