Honda CB150R Streetfire Launch in Feb 2013
The Japanese bike-maker Honda is using an aggressive marketing strategy in India to achieve the hefty 20 million sales target by 2020. They have already announced to launch 4 new...
The Japanese bike-maker Honda is using an aggressive marketing strategy in India to achieve the hefty 20 million sales target by 2020. They have already announced to launch 4 new bikes and scooters every year, starting from 2013. In order to this, they have launched the 2013 version of their automatic scooters Dio, Activa and Aviator with improved fuel economy. Now Autocar India is claiming that Honda India is going to launch CB150R Streetfire, which is the naked version of the Honda CBR150R and was unveiled in Jakarta last year. The bike is reportedly set for launch in just a few days, in February 2013.
As the Streetfire is the naked version of the CB150R, it also houses the same engine as used by the CBR150R, a four-stroke, 149.4cc, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected engine mated to a six-speed gearbox. However, the engine has been tweaked a little to carry out it to the new role, the CB150R Streetfire generates 16.8bhp at 10000rpm, with the peak torque of 13.3Nm at 8000rpm. The CB150R Streetfire uses the similar frame and suspension unit of the CBR150R, it features a monoshock at rear. The bike is also altered ergonomically, and ergonomics are more like a streetbike and make it more comfortable.
The 150cc bike space in India is a versatile one and you can find a number of choices available in the market, which is being ruled by Bajaj Pulsar 150 for more than decade now. Looking at the bike's specs sheet we can say it should be prove an agile, refined and sporty motorcycle capable of urban commutes, with some sort of fun riding on open roads. What Honda needs to do is to price it competitively at least somewhere around the Yamaha YZF R15.
Honda CB150R StreetFire Specifications
Honda CB150R StreetFire Launch Date: February, 2013
Honda CB150R StreetFire Price: Around Rs. 1.20 lakh (Ex-Showroom)
Honda CB150R StreetFire Dimensions
Length X width X height: 2008 x 719 x 1061 mm
Axis Wheels distance: 1288 mm
Ground Clearance: 148 mm
Dry weight: 129 kg
Fuel tank capacity: 12 liters
Frame: Diamond Steel (Truss Frame)
Honda CB150R StreetFire Braking and Suspension
Type of Front suspension: Telescopic
Type of Rear suspension: Swing Arm Monoshock Suspension (Prol-Link Suspension System)
Front brake: Hydraulic disc, with double piston 260mm
Rear brake: Hydraulic disc, with Single Piston 220mm
Honda CB150R StreetFire Tyres
Front tyre size: 80/90 17" (tubeless)
Rear tyre size: 100/80 17" (tubeless)
Honda CB150R StreetFire Engine
Engine type: 4-Stroke, DOHC, 4-Valve, Single Cylinder
Bore x stroke: 63.5 x 47.2 mm
Displacement: 149.48 cc
Compression Ratio: 11.0: 1
Maximum power: 12.5 kW (17.0 PS) / 10,000 rpm
Maximum Torque: 13.1 Nm (1.34 kgf.m) / 8000 rpm
Lubricant Oil Capacity Engine: 1.0 Liter on the Periodic Replacement
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Honda CB150R StreetFire Electrical and Others
Starter: Kick & Electrical
Battery: 12V, 5 Ah
Ignition System: Full transistorized
Source: Autocar
Honda CBR 150 R (2012-2017) User Reviews
Great Bike. Gives super bike experience, sporty look and feel while being cost effective with less maintenance and very good mileage. experienced long rides and very good throttle sound (like super bikes). Very good road control. Another advantage is Honda reliability and build quality, Overall great experience.
Honda Unicorn is a very good-quality bike with a very low maintenance cost, good pickup, and speed. It has very good shock absorbers, holds the road even at speed and on highways, with no interference due to passing heavy vehicles. There is no vibration in the bike and the engine is very silent. We don’t even feel that the engine is on. Perfect for single or dual persons.
Bike is in good condition well maintained. Running smoothly and ready to ride .Fuel efficient and sporty design with reliable ride.CBR150R is usage for daily and weekend ride. This bike offer perfect balance of performance and comfort make it great choice for riders who wants sporty looks without compromising.
Never buy this bike. Pathic service, low-quality performance, and many problems with the bike, and there is hardly any one who can solve issues with the bike, say no to Honda CBR.
Totally disappointed. Please don't buy Honda bikes. Every monsoon I have to change the key lock as it gets water damaged due to which bike frequently stops while riding. The quality of the bike is very poor.