2013 Kawasaki Ninja 250R Unveiled

Kawasaki has unveiled the specs and photos of its 2013 version of the Ninja 250R. The new version has massive changes compared to the earlier version, it somewhat resembles the Ninja ZX-10R. This time with this futuristic styling, Ninja 250R is here to kick some serious Ass!

It provides a host of changes from the revised angular bodywork with large slotted vents and a floating mount windscreen to a new tail section. It also gets a new exhaust muffler and new design for the alloy wheels,new disc brakes at the front and the rear. Also to mention is the digital speedometer in the 2013 version which everyone so wanted in the Ninja 250R. This time the riding position is also a bit relaxed compared to the previous version.

Kawasaki have not only made changes in the styling and design of the bike but also have upgraded the bike in terms of performance.  Changes include dual-throttle valve, new pistons, new cylinders and new crank cases  to boost low end and mid range torque. ABS is also available as an option now with Kawasaki claiming it to be the world’s smallest unit.

The available colours for the new Ninja include

•  Lime Green, 
• Lime Green/Ebony (special edition), 
• Passion Red, 
• Passion Red/Stardust White (special edition), 
• Ebony/Metallic Moondust Grey (special edition)
•  Pearl Stardust White.

The new Ninja 250R is expected to reach Indian shore by 2013 with slight price increase in accordance with the changes made, in Japan this bike is sold at INR 2.34L.

 

 

 

 

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Honda overtakes Bajaj Auto as the second-largest player in the country's two-wheeler market.

Honda is the world’s second largest two wheeler maker by volumes, second only to Hero MotoCorp . After its alliance with Hero was over , Honda was all on its own in the unpredictable Indian Market . After overcoming all these barriers Honda did manage to tighten its grip without Hero's assistance .

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India had jumped to spot number 3 in overtaking TVS in January and
February.  The next target was to overtake India’s second largest bike maker Bajaj which is a segment leader in the premium category. Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) had recorded an 11.2% sales growth in February over the previous month at 1.97 lakh units. The company was just short by 7000 units .

But for the first time Honda overtook  Bajaj Auto as the second-largest player in the country's two-wheeler market . Hero Motocorp continues to be the market leader by selling  a whopping 5 lakh plus two wheelers in March 2012 . TVS is currently in the 4th spot , way behind the leaders in terms of monthly and annual sales.

Honda managed to sell 212,812 units, higher than Bajaj Autos 201,183 units, in March 2012. But Bajaj Auto need not worry since 35% of Bajaj Auto Limited's sales are overseas . Not only that , Bajaj is way ahead of Honda in terms of Annual sales .
This battle between them is going to intensify  in coming days, particularly with Honda's entry into entry-level segment.

Honda plans to launch the Dream Yuga 110 commuter motorcycle by may end ,
To know more click HERE

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Bajaj Auto Dealers open bookings of the 2012 Pulsar 200NS ?

Bajaj Auto finally unveiled their all new motorcycle, 2012 Pulsar in India on 30th January . Bajaj did not reveal the price of new Pulsar motorcycle at the launch but it was speculated to be somwhere around INR 80,000 to 90,000 . Bajaj new Pulsar 2012 variant is christened as Pulsar 200 NS and is expected to be released in this month.

Though there is no official news from about Bajaj about the booking of the all new Pulsar 200NS , but we came to know from our sources that few Dealers have already started taking bookings of the Pulsar 200NS .
Though we are not sure whether this is a rumor or in reality . But if it has really started then this move by the dealers could give hardcore Pulsar fans an edge when the official bookings of the Bajaj pulsar 200NS starts later this month .

Its been a just over 10 years since we in India were introduced to the Pulsar series from Bajaj. We saw it grow from strength to strength year by year and saw a lot of changes that made this motorcycle a favorite to many. Many engine variations, even more design changes and a lot more small bits that were added made every iteration of the Pulsar family all the more special over the years .Pulsar 200NS is the outcome of their 10 years of experience and supremacy in the Indian Market .

About the beast ,Pulsar 200 NS engine will have 3 sparks - Triple Spark Ignition System instead of the traditional twin - spark system which are seen in the current Pulsar motorcycles. Pulsar 200 NS is powered by a 199.5 cc engine that will generate a maximum power of 23 bhp @ 9,500 rpm and will deliver a maximum torque of 18.3 Nm at 8,000 rpm. Bajaj will manufacture Pulsar 200 NS at their unit in Chakan near Pune.

Dry weight of new Pulsar 200 NS is 145 kgs. Bajaj new Pulsar 200 NS will have a top speed of 136 kmph, making it one of the fastest motorcycle made by Indian manufacturer. Bajaj new Pulsar 200 NS will be able to accelerate from 0-60 kmph in just 3.8 seconds while it will take just 9.8 seconds to cross 0-100 kmph mark. Apart from these exceptional figures, Pulsar 200 NS delivers a mileage of 58 kmpl when driven at a constant speed 55 kmph.

Another big announcement coming from the sidelines of the 2012 Bajaj Pulsar 200 NS unveil is that Bajaj Auto is already working on a fully faired variant of the Pulsar 200 NS not only that  Bajaj has added more enthusiasm by announcing the launch date of the Bajaj Pulsar 350.

To know more about Full Faired Pulsar 200NS click HERE
and about the Pulsar 350cc click HERE

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