Weekly News Roundup: Yamaha R15 V3.0 ABS, Royal Enfield Bullet 500 ABS, Suzuki Gixxer 250 And More!
Here’s everything that unfolded in the two-wheeler space this week
From multiple ABS updates to leaked patent details, here’s all the two-wheeler news from the last week.
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Yamaha has updated the YZF-R15 v3.0 with a dual-channel ABS unit. Priced at Rs 1.39 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), the ABS variant commands a premium of Rs 12,000 over the standard model. Along with it, Yamaha has also introduced a new paint scheme which commands a premium over other existing colour options - grey and blue. Price and details here.
Royal Enfield has also been at it, silently updating its range with ABS, ahead of the 1 April 2019 deadline that is. The brand’s most iconic model range, the Royal Enfield Bullet 500, is the latest to get this update. For the added safety feature, the Chennai-based manufacturer is charging a premium of Rs 14,000 over the standard model, bringing the price to Rs 1.87 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). Head here for more details and find out which models remain to be updated.
Keeping up with the trend, Bajaj has also updated one of its most iconic models, the Bajaj Pulsar 220F, with the safety feature. However, unlike the above two models, the Pulsar 220F gets a single-channel unit along with RLM (Rear wheel lift Mitigation) system. The additions command a premium of Rs 7,600, bringing its total price to Rs 1.05 lakh (ex-showroom Pune). To know more, head here.
Suzuki Gixxer 250 To Be Launched Around June 2019
If you've been waiting for the Gixxer 250, you might have to wait a little longer. While recently leaked images hinted at launch in the near future, our sources have confirmed that the quarter-litre Gixxer may not come before mid-2019. That said, thanks to the leaked images, we have fair idea of the Suzuki Gixxer 250’s engine details.
Steelbird Launches Helmet With Hands-Free Feature
Motorcycle Bluetooth communication device like Sena have always been inaccessible for the masses, thanks to their high asking price. In a bid to make handsfree motorcycle communication more affordable, Steelbird has launched its new helmet called SBA-1 HF. The helmet comes with speakers and a microphone, both of which can be connected to the phone via an aux cable. For pricing and other details, click here.
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How does the recently launched KTM 125 Duke stack up against the Yamaha YZF-R15 V3.0 on paper? Find out here - KTM 125 Duke Vs Yamaha YZF-R15 v3 ABS: Spec Comparison
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Bajaj will soon be launching the all-new 2019 Dominar 400 in the upcoming months. Read more about it here - 2019 Bajaj Dominar 400: What’s new?
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Yamaha R15S User Reviews
Bike is made for speedy pips. If you like sporty look, you should buy this bike. On highway, it goes very smooth. Overall my experience with this bike is great, if your budget is more then also take all the safety gear. Read More
Riding quality is too good. Very huge and look is too brilliant. Just 155 cc but still beat any 200 cc bike. Engine is too reliable. Average is very good compare to other bikes. It gives me 40km per litre mileage and this is too good because it's a sports bike and still it give 40 kmpl mileage. I like it.Read More
This bike is meant for our age group especially for age group between 18 to 25 years. Going for long drive on this bike will feel like participating in bike race as pick is so good and balance is also very good. Pick up of this bike is very good and you will not feel tired after having long drives. And balance of this bike is very phenomenal and due to which chances of skidding is very less even on slippery roads. Yes, I recommend this bike specially for youngsters who like to ride a racing bike. This has amazing pick up and drives smoothly even on mud and bumpy roads. Though the mileage is low and drives smoothly.Read More
Bike's performance is an excellent, powerful pickup, starts easily, one handed used only, driven 7700 km only within 3 and half years. Overall experience is memorable, sound is normal, highway experience is totally amazing, driving R15S vs other bikes is totally different, average can be maintained if we drive well.Read More
Its a stylish bike. Very good looking and powerful with a muscular body and heavy duty. I love the bike since beginning, my dream bike and very solid bike. Better in every aspect in mileage, great in looks and performance. It's very sharp looking and comfortable for long rides also a good mileage provider, good acceleration and pickup, fast, smooth, tension free riding and less maintenance bike for sure. In this price range, it's the best. The best bike. I would definitely recommend to young guys, not for old grandpa's, it gonna make you feel royal and elegant, very strong presence and that's why I am recommending this bike to all of my friends. Read More