Most Popular Bikes in india

The company, Yamaha India has launched two new bike of Yamaha SZ version in the Indian market today. The all new stylish bike comes in 150cc segment. The company has notice great success in the Indian auto industry with the launch of its popular models like Yamaha Fazer, Yamaha FZS, FZ 16, etc. The new models Yamaha SZ 153 Sports and Yamaha SZ X 153cc is soon going to thrill the market with its aerodynamic design and classy looks. The bike is specially designed to cater large number of young crowd with its mind blowing latest technology.

The new bike Yamaha SZ is fitted with a 153cc engine and is to compete with Bajaj Discover 153cc, Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme, Suzuki GS, Honda Unicorn and Honda Dazzler. Believe it or not, both the new bike Yamaha SZ 153 sports ans SZ X-153 will be a tough competition on roads soon. The engine type is air cooled, 4 stroke, SOHC, 2 valves. To compete with its direct contenders, the new bike is endowed with bigger wheelbase, alloy wheels and sporty look. The powertrain of Yamaha SZ produces 12.1 Ps of maximum power at 7500 rpm and churns out 12.8 Nm of top torque at 4,500 rpm.

Both the new models of the new Yamaha SZ are packed with latest and sound braking and suspension system. The bike is also gifted with front telescopic fork and rear one is swingarm type suspension which enhances proper control and handling of the bike. The fuel tank of the new Yamaha SZ can have 14 liters of maximum petrol. The machine sports a larger wheelbase of 1320 mm that ensures greater stability on road. The new bike Yamaha SZ 153cc comes with kick start/self start and the Yamaha SZ X-153cc is loaded with the same system.

Leading two-wheeler manufacturer HMSI (Honda Motorcycles and Scooter India) launched another stunning model Honda CB Twister in Indian auto market in entry level segment. Last year Honda has stormed Indian motorcycle market with the launch of Honda CBF Stunner in mid segment and now with the launch of Honda CB Twister, company shows that it eyes on entry level bike market. The company has launched three variants of CB Twister which equipped with the same capacity engine but they differ in terms of kick start, self start and disc brake availability. The base variant comes without disc brake and self start option, second variant comes with self start option but disc brake is not available while third and top end variant of the bike is loaded with both self start and disc brake option. The company official said that it will be available in showrooms from February 2010 onwards. The company has also not yet announced the exact Honda CB Twister price but the company official indicates that its all three variants might be priced in the range of Rs 42,000 to Rs 48,000. He added that the prices of all variants of Honda CB Twister will be announced at Delhi Auto Expo which is scheduled for first week of January 2010.

After the huge success in 150cc segment with Yamaha FZ16, FZS, Fazer and Yamaha YZF R15, now Yamaha Motor India Pvt. Ltd. Is reported to launch another stunning bike Yamaha Fazer in the 250cc segment. Last year, Yamaha had stormed the Indian motorcycle market with the launch of Yamaha FZ16, FZS, Fazer and Yamaha YZF R15 and now the expected launch of Yamaha Fazer 250cc is the another step forward to capture 250cc segment where a few competitors are there.

The all new Yamaha Fazer 250cc is expected to be endowed with 249 cc, 4-stroke, Air-Cooled, SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) petrol engine with five speed manual transmission. This 249 cc power-plant produces good power and torque. It produces 20PS of maximum power 20Nm of maximum torque. This higher level of power and torque results excellent acceleration so that Yamaha Fazer 250 cc can break the barrier of 100 kmph in a very shorter span of time.

Hero Honda has come up with a refreshed designed new Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme along with class leading features. The Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme is extremely show stealer when compared to other bikes in the class. The bike is competing with the likes of Bajaj Pulsar 150cc, TVS Apache and Honda Unicorn.

New Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme is available in two variants that are self and kick start. You need to pay some more bucks to get the self start variant. The bike is powered by a 149.2cc of engine that is comprised of 4 stroke, air cooled, single cylinder, OHC. It is equipped with 5 speed gearbox with multi plate wet clutch. This power packed innovative engine is capable enough to develop a class leading top power of 14.4 bhp at 8500 rpm and generates a peak torque of 12.8 Nm at 6500 rpm. The Hero Honda CBZ Xtreme uses Constant Velocity carburetor to enhance engine output.

After the huge of Bajaj Boxer in 100cc bikes segment, India's second largest two wheeler manufacturer Bajaj Auto introduced a new bike Bajaj Pulsar in 150cc segment to attract premium segment bike buyers in Indian market. And since its first launch, Bajaj Pulsar continuously doing well and it gains much popularity in Indian market. We can say it is the most successful bike in 150cc segment. After getting the huge market response for 150cc engine powered Bajaj Pulsar, the company introduced the more powerful version of this bike to target speed and thrill lovers premium bike buyers. These more powerful versions of Bajaj Pulsar are powered by the 135cc, 180cc and 220cc engine and it offers excellent acceleration and engine performance. It's stylish and sporty look with comfy seats, power and wider tyres attracts the youth specially college going guys.

The company launched Bajaj Pulsar 135cc recently in India with competitive price to grab the 125cc to 135cc bike market. Bajaj Pulsar is available with four variants which are powered by four different capacities engines and delivers different level of engine power and performance.

Hero Honda launched its Karizma in the year 2003 and revamped it time and again. The latest version of the bike is Hero Honda Karizma ZMR PGM Fi followed by Karizma R in India. The latest version of Karizma received phenomenal response in the country. The Hero Honda Karizma ZMR PGM Fi is equipped with programmed fuel injection technology and gas charged rear shock absorber. The new Karizma has refined 223cc power mill that generates more power and torque. New Karizma comes with various new features like front and rear disc brakes, rear gas charged fork and programmed fuel injection system. Hero Honda Karizma ZMR PGM Fi is pitted against Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTS-i, TVS Apache and Yamaha YZF R 15.
Hero Honda Karizma R is priced at Rs 73,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi). On the other hand, Karizma ZMR PGM Fi is priced at Rs 91,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The price tag is higher than Bajaj Pulsar 220cc and TVS Apache 180cc.

Bajaj Auto has recently launched fourth member of Bajaj Discover family that is Bajaj Discover 150cc, the bike is powered by a 144.8cc of displacement, 4 stroke, natural air cooled, single cylinder, DTS-i system. Bajaj launched Discover 100cc, Discover 125cc and Discover 135cc in India, but withdrew Discover 125 a few months back. The new Bajaj Discover 150cc DTS-i , displayed at Auto Expo 2008 and now launched with altogether different look and features.

India's second largest bike manufacturer Bajaj Auto has launched its another stunning model Bajaj Discover in mid segment motorcycle market. Initially, Bajaj Auto has launched Bajaj Discover in only 100cc segment but after its huge success the company has launched its more powerful version which powered by the 135cc engine. Bajaj Auto has launched this more powerful version to target youth and college going guys who love power, speed and style. Both variant of Bajaj Discover got huge popularity in Indian motorcycle market with its sporty, stylish look and high performance.

Yamaha takes Indian two-wheeler market very seriously and launches several bikes in India with different engine specification to provide a good motorcycle range from its international stable. The company brought Yamaha R15 in the year 2008 and received pretty good customer response, after this launch Yamaha brought Yamaha FZ series, Yamaha YZF R1 and VMAX in India.

Yamaha R15 comes fitted with racing DNA and the competitive price tag has given a chance to those who wants sporty bike in lower price range. The Yamaha R15 has been gifted with innovative Yamaha technologies that rules the world racing since a long time. The iconic bike possesses a powerful engine, both side disc brake, return type 6 six speed gearbox, linked type monocross rear suspension, electronic fuel injection system and only self start option.

Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India launched Honda Unicorn in the entry-level sports motorcycle segment in India. The entry-level baby sports bike is pitted against Suzuki GS 150 R, Hero Honda Hunk and Bajaj Pulsar 150 DTS-i. The bike, Unicorn, is equipped with advanced technology and cosmetics. The bike did good for the company and regarded as one of the best bike in the class. This sporty bike has the first mono rear fork in India. In fact, Honda uses to bring new technology and products in India in whatever segment it enters. Honda Unicorn is priced competitively at Rs 56, 680 (ex-showroom, Delhi). The company also introduced Grand Prix edition of Unicorn in India that is now discontinued. The bike is powered by a 149cc engine that belts out 13.3 bhp of maximum power at 8,000 rpm and develops 12.8Nm of top torque at 5500 rpm. Honda bikes are known for long life, low maintenance and superb quality. But the condition is, one need to maintain it with regular service with genuine parts.