Sunday, 19 June 2016

The "Bajaj Pulsar RS200"

Review of Bajaj Pulsar RS200

Overview

             The Bajaj Pulsar RS200 has been  working hard from a long time  to define  what the company thinks of sport biking and finally a name has  arrived for the much awaited spirit of racing. A  totally new  name for Indian bike categories signifies the  importance  of racing DNA in the  new Bajaj Pulsar RS200.

             And the  most  advanced Pulsar yet, the  new Bajaj Pulsar 200 RS is nothing less than a super-bike in terms of design. The complicated looking front of RS200 houses projector lamps for increased visibility and style with an addition of LED eyebrows,  which  boosts its aggressiveness  to a new level. Small yet attractive exhaust adds to its racing  appeal. Body cuts and curves are  marvellous and they definitely  will leave all of your side  thoughts  behind.


            The bikes is  1999mm in length, 765mm in width,  1114mm in height and  the bike weighs 165 kg (kerb weight) . The ground  clearance of the  fastest Pulsar is 157mm and the fuel  tank capacity stands at 13 litres.Like other Pulsar bikes, the RS200 also comes equipped with an  analog-digital  instrument console. It features an analog  tachometer with digital speedometer, digital odometer, digital trip-meters  and clock. The ABS version also features an  ABS on/off light.Bajaj Pulsar  is a born performer and evolution took it to a new milestone,' an  unmatched race machine'. The top speed of the bike is 140.8 KMPH and it should cross the 100 KMPH mark in 9.5-9.8 seconds! The  company claimed mileage of RS200 is 54 KMPL (@ constant speed of 58 KMPH) and you can expect it to  return real-world figure  of around 30-35 KMPL in city and 40-45 KMPL on highways.
     

              Expectations remained the same; the new Pulsar RS 200 is still imagined with the 200 NS engine. But for RS200, Bajaj has  launched the Fi (Fuel Injected) version of the 199.5cc engine. The Fi version produces 24.2 BHP (24.5 PS) @ 9750 rpm which definitely shatters  the enemy's wining desire. A max torque of 18.6 NM @ 8000 rpm is produced. Comparatively, the Non-Fi 200NS develops  maximum power and maximum torque of 23.17 Bhp @ 9500  rpm and 18.3 Nm @ 8000 rpm  respectively. The engine houses six gears, each for a perfect shift and a  considerable lead.Braking of a racing bike is much more important than its accelerating  power and for a Pulsar, which burst out like a forest fire, a 300 mm butterfly petal disc with floating caliper has  been used at the front and a 230 mm butterfly petal disc for the rear has been used. ABS has been kept optional  for the new performer. 60 to  0 kmph timings have  gone significantly down with these advanced arrangements. RS200 also comes  equipped with single channel ABS  system. Suspension at work is the telescopic front forks  with anti-friction  bush and nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister at the rear.

             As  expected, the 17 inch pair manages  the ride and the rider  throughout  the ups and  downs on the road. 110/70 tubeless tyre for the front and 130/70 tubeless for the rear  guarantees superior  track performance as well as comfortable city ride  through the bumps. Split seats with proper finishing for the pillion makes the ride more comfortable. The same  iconic  handlebars have been used which fills the rider with an urge to race and defeat whatever comes  in the way. The seat height of Pulsar RS200 is 810mm.With an outstanding design, the new pulsar  defines a class of racers who have no limits, no rules to be followed. The future of Bajaj Auto's sport biking  spirit lies on its shoulder as a new revolution in the Indian made sports bike has started with the arrival of this bike and will go as far as the Pulsar  takes  it with them. A tough rival  for not just 200 cc sports bikes but also for 250 cc segment, Bajaj's aggressive pricing for RS200  has made the scenario straightforward.RS200 was initially launched in 2 eye-catching  shades – Yellow and Red. But now on customer demand Bajaj has  finally launched the  black shade in Pulsar RS200 and it is known as Demon Black. The bike is available  in 2 variants – Standard (non-ABS) and one with ABS . The ABS  model is  equipped with single-channel ABS system by  BOSCH.

Friday, 10 June 2016

The Bajaj Avenger 220 Street

Review of Bajaj Avenger 220 Street

Overview of 220 Street

            The "Bajaj Avenger 220 Street" is good looking and be smart. Bajaj is back on the  news with its all new machine, the Bajaj Avenger Street 220. The expectations from Bajaj has been perfectly  overdone this time, making the newcomer  look more  like a premium  cruiser from a bigger segment of motorcycles. The Street 220 gets its very special  place in the hearts of cruiser lovers  and brings life  back to the Avenger  nameplate. Underpinnings being same as its cousin, both o f them are like north and south when compared to each other.


About 220 Street

            The "Avenger 220 Stree"t gets an all new Matte Black paint shade with matching dark theme alloy wheels. It comes with a blackened street control  handlebar, wider rear tyre and a new semi digital speedometer pod. The brand new logo sits with the Avenger name  within its casing. The front suspension gets a cover and the rear backrest  goes missing from the  Street version.

              The "Avenger 220 Street" measures 2177 mm  in length, 801 mm in width and 1070 mm in height. It gets a wheelbase of 1490 mm and comes with 169 mm of ground clearance. The bike weighs 150 kg. The seat height for the bike is 725 mm. The instrument console  on the new 220 Street has been practically divided into two pods. The bigger pod on the handlebar assembly gets  an analogue speedometer with a small LED display for odometer and trip-meter readings. The other pod  has been placed on the fuel tank and co-incidentally, it is an analogue fuel indicator. The arrangement  is neat and looks very good on the dark appeal of the motorcycle.

              The so Many of the Bajaj fans would literally think  that they have won a jackpot after buying the Avenger 220 Street. This comes due to its hard  resemblance with the Harley's entry level cruiser, the Street 750. Even  the names  are close, making the Avenger feel dearer to the American  motorcycle maker. The basic resembling view is the side-view whereas the front and  rear easily differentiates the bike from other cruisers.The alloy design can be blamed for this upcoming  controversy as it makes it loose its identity. The seats look perfect for  a cruiser and the back support for the  pillion goes missing this time, adding a grab-rail only. The word Street has been  justified as it losses on some real comforts  like footsteps and longer handlebars. The dark theme makes the new  Street 220 a head-turner for its segment. All the chrome parts have been perfectly shadowed in this new  Street avatar.
              The engine on the new Avenger 220 Street is  the same 219.9cc, 4-Stroke, Single  Cylinder unit with maximum power and  maximum torque of 18.8 Bhp (19.03 PS) and 17.5 Nm respectively. The  gearbox is a 5-speed unit and the Avenger feels more like a  newly dressed machine than an all new bike.
               The "Bajaj Avenger 220 Street" performs really well with its  approximate 115-120 kmph of top speed. It gets a high performance DTS-i engine returning an approximate  mileage of around 30-40 kmpl. With just 2 kg increase in its  weight over the 150 cc version, 220 Street gets excellent  running dynamics.
               The "Bajaj Avenger Street 220" comes with a single front disc brake only. It was expected with a rear disc brake but unfortunately missed on the same. The front suspension is telescopic forks covered with rubber coils whereas the rear gets hydraulic shock absorbers for both sides. The tyre size for the front stays 90/90-17 whereas the rear gets a fat 130/90-15 tyre. This makes the bike more stable and increases its overall street appeal.
             New "Avenger 220 Street" comes with low seat height, further pushing it good with its cushioned wide seat for a comfortable ride. The pillion gets a grab-rail option and the bike comes with a short, street based handlebar for commanding sitting posture. It gets bigger tyres, better braking and a list of accessories for a safe journey every time.
           The dark appeal Avenger 220 Street  is available in just Matt Black shade. The price has been kept at INR 85,500 (ex-showroom Delhi). The whole new phenomenon of segment  distribution by Bajaj has made it easy for the customer to choose a product from each one on  the list. 
         The Avenger 220 Street is a  whole different world in its own. It gets a powerful appeal from its performance as well as styling parts. It surely wins over many of the  current day cruisers from the large capacity segments with  its darkness inspired theme. The price gets clearly  justified with its range of features.
Bajaj Avenger 220 Street Rear View
Bajaj Avenger 220 Street Front View

Features Of 220 Street

  • Displacement
219.9 cc
  • Maximum Power
18.8 Bhp @ 8400 rpm
  • Maximum Torque
17.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
  • No. of Cylinders
Single Cylinder
  • No. of Gears
5-Speed Gearbox
  • Seat Height
725 mm
  • Ground Clearance
169 mm
  • Kerb/Wet Weight
150 kg
  • Fuel Tank Capacity
14 litres
  • Top Speed
120 kmph

THE BAJAJ AVENGER 220 CRUISE

 Overview AVENGER 220 Cruise

The Avenger 220 cruise bike was gud looking and be smart. The best Indian  made cruiser of all time, Bajaj Avenger is  ready with its  new update for the  festive season. The Bajaj Avenger  220 Cruise, as the variant has been  named is more about the face-lifted version of the 2014 model of 220cc Avenger. The bike gets the same imposing  low stance  being offered by the Avenger 220 with  a host of additions to its  overall looks. It even now gets its own  Avenger logo on the fuel tank.

Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise Left Side View

            The 220 Cruise  gets all-new graphic  elements around its body panels . Use of Chrome has been further enhanced for a more premium look. The new  exhaust design is purely chrome dipped  and looks perfect on the bike. The indicators, suspension, grab rails  and the tank design are the major  attractions of the Avenger 220 Cruise. The  spoke wheel approach further adds to the  classy look of the  bike. The new Avenger keeps all the elements of  the family alive with its  perfectly designed front windshield, which also has been fitted onto the chrome front  assembly parts and The Avenger 220 Cruise gets heavenly  designing with its chrome dipped parts and  accessories.  It gets a highway comfort  handlebar for fatigue free long distance rides. The front windshield performs  excellently well in  safeguarding the rider from high speed winds. The new additions include wider rear  wheel, longer wheelbase and Avenger  insignia on the  fuel tank.

              The Avenger 220 Cruise measures 2177 mm in length, 806 mm in width and 1142 mm in height. It gets a wheelbase of 1490 mm and comes with 169 mm of ground clearance. The bike weighs around 155 kg. The seat heigh  for the bike  comes out to be 725 mm. The Avenger  220 Cruise retains its instrument console from the earlier generation of the motorcycle series but gets an all-new small digital display. The divided console has a speedometer and digital odometer on the handlebar assembly and  fuel gauge on  the chrome covered  fuel tank section. The perfectly placed tank console is one of its kinds  from the Indian list of motorcycle makers  and further enhances the looks with its impressive design. The inside of the single pod has been kept black for the Cruise 220. The engine on the 220 cruise stays the same 219.9cc oil cooled motor producing 18.8 BHP @ 8400 rpm (19.03 PS) and17.5 NM @ 7000 rpm. The twin spark, DTS-i engine comes  with 2-valves. The gearbox stays  5-speed and no  mechanical  differences  have been  made to the motorcycle. The ride quality  however has been  improved with better gear  ratios and material quality. The bike gets a fuel tank of 14 litres and the new  Avenger gets  comes with 155 kg of kerb weight.


             The Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220 comes in Divine Black shade and Desert Gold. It is priced at INR 85,500 (ex-showroom Delhi) and makes a good deal  for those who believe in the truth  of a real comfortable ride on a long  highway stretch. Even the  handlebar design with  the Cruise 220 has been named as 'Highway Comfort'.And Comfort of the rider is enhanced by the low seat height and perfectly placed handlebar for relaxed riding. The pillion gets a rear backrest, further  enhancing he comfort as well as keeping the pillion safe in case of sudden acceleration. The windshield  at the front saves  the riders  from wind blasts. Other comfortable features include its electric starter and  comfortable long ride footsteps. The braking on the  front of Avenger Cruise 220 is managed by a 260 mm disc  brake whereas the rear gets a  drum brake only. The front suspension is telescopic forks whereas the rear uses traditional hydraulic shock absorbers at  both the sides. The bike has  been typically defined for long rides  and gets a relaxed suspension setup and  a good amount of braking power.  ABS has been  missed over  from the bike. The front  wheel measures 90/90-17 whereas the rear wheel is  130/90-15.

           The Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise gets an approximate top speed of around 115-120 kmph. It gets wind free ride  with its large windshield and returns a mileage of around 30-40 kmpl (approx.). It gets 5 kg of more  body weight due to the pillion backrest and an extended handlebar.The Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise  comes with a distinct styling and rivals its cousin, the  220 Street in every way. Both have the same pricing but targets two totally different riding styles and riders.  Those with a love for chrome cannot  miss the new  Avenger 220 Cruise for sure.

Features of 220 Cruise



  • Displacement
  • 219.9 cc
  • Maximum Power
  • 18.8 Bhp @ 8400 rpm
  • Maximum Torque
  • 17.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm
  • No. of Cylinders
  • Single Cylinder
  • No. of Gears
  • 5-Speed Gearbox
  • Seat Height
  • 725 mm
  • Ground Clearance
  • 169 mm
  • Kerb/Wet Weight
  • 155 kg
  • Fuel Tank Capacity
  • 14 litres
  • Top Speed
  • 120 kmph

Tuesday, 23 February 2016

KTM Duke 200 Bike

Overview of KTM Duke 200 bike

                 KTM duke 200 bike is simply and stylish looking. Overview of Bajaj acquiring majority stake in the Astrain bikemaker KTM. It was a matter of time since the bikemker made its foray into our market and indian Two Wheeler enthusiasts were waiting with bated breath. KTM didn't disappoint as it rode in the 200 duke which was its first offering for india. This bike was a step in the right direction as it was a good combination of performance, features and good pricing and awesome looking.
                 It was launched with only one colour option Orange. But on demand and feedback from customers KTM has launched two new colours 1. White 2. Black.
                 I

  • petrol mileage : 35 Kmpl 
  • top speed(Km/h) : 140
  • engine CC : 199.5 cc
  • power : 25 PS
                The KTM Duke 200 bike was very sharp and edgy lines in conjunction with brash styling meant that the bike was a huge hit among the youngsters who were blown away by its raw appeal. The sculpted fuel tank, petite tail section, split seats, exposed trellis frame, under belly exhaust and the lack of any bodywork made the KTM duke 200 stand apart from its rivals.

                And the fact that it was introduced in a flashy shade of orange further hiked its appeal. The bike employs an all digital instument console that houses a plethora of information and is among the best in the segment.

                But the cluttered layout means that it isn't easy to read on the go. Switch gear has been sourced from Bajaj vendors and is impressive. And Fit and finish is decent overall but expects better quality overall from a european bikemaker.
             
                And powering the bike is a 199.5cc displacement motor belting out 26PS of power. Performance is among the highlghts of the KTM 200 Duke as the 130kg kerb weight endows it with an impressive power to weight ratio. The motor is free revving and has a typical exhaust not and cruissive speeds above 100kmph doesn;t take any effort barring for the wind blast. The powerplant is mated to a 6 SPEED gearbox that functions aply while the gear ratios aren't ideal for crawling city traffic. Handling of the bike is impressive as it tips into corner at the drop of a heart and thrashing the bike around twistis is a joy. The lively handling can be credited to the trellis frame. Ride quality is on the stiffer side as handling has been given preference over comfort and the upside down forks and monoshock unti have been stiffy sprung.
                  The KTM 200 duke bike is a great option for someone who is looking for a commuter bike on weekdays and prefers to go bonkers on the race track in weekends.

                 The KTM promotes the instrument console of Duke as cockpit which features a digital speedmeter, trip meter, odometer and fuel gauge. This cockpit also has some LED indicators. The bike uses ornge coloured back light in its instrument console. The instrument console is not easily readable and apart from its speedometer, we will have to search for other things in it as it compromises on space. 

Engine and Gearbox

            The KTM 200 duke bike uses a single cylinder liquid cooled 200cc engine. This 4 stroke, DOHC engine is very powerful as it chums out a maximum power output of 25 bhp at 1000 rpm. The torque output of this engine is 19.2 Nm which is available at 8000 rpm. The bike is equipped with a six speed manual gearbox with  one gear down and five gear up shift pattern. 

Price

 The KTM 200 duke bike cost is INR 1,42,000 {New Delhi}. At this price it seems to be little overpriced for a 200cc bike but 200 duke is awesome in terms of looks and stylish and is also a very powerfull 200cc.

Monday, 15 February 2016

Honda Hornet 160R

Overview of Honda Hornet 160R

The Honda Hornet 160R is very good looking and smart. And this 162.71cc new  entrant  replaces Honda CB Trigger  and seems to be  based on the  concept bike  CX-01 that was showcased at the auto exposition last year.  Competing against niche players like  Suzuki Gixxer, Hero Xtreme Sports, Yamaha  FZ-S FI, Bajaj Pulsar AS150 and TVS Apache  RTR160, Hornet  160R comes as a powerhouse performer imbued with style, comfortable and drivability.  Built upon a  tubular diamond frame,  the bike has aerodynamic styling that exudes sporty  looks by combining features such as a trapezoidal headlamp, a chiselled 12 litres fuel tank with sleek  surrounding panels and shrouds, a pointed cowl with an X shaped LED tail lamp, an upwardly inclined exhaust, and robust suspensions (dual telescopic forks at the  front and a  monoshock  one at  the rear), respectively.The single cushy seat has split grab rails for the pillion rider to be comfortable. The headlamp gets its design cues from Unicorn 160 but incorporates halogen pilot lamps for better illumination. 
The "Honda Hornet 160R" burns the  tarmac by riding on 17 inches  tubular tyres  wound on multi spoke alloy  wheels. The bike  is available in two variants first one having a single petal  disc as brakes and second one having  dual petal discs as brakes along with CBS (Combi Braking System).  The latter braking mechanism would trigger  the rear brakes to function  should the rider applies the front ones. The bike is made available in five vibrant colours of Neo Orange Metallic, Sports Red, Pearl Amazing White,  Pearl Siren Blue and Pearl Nightstar Black. In terms of dimensions, the newbie from Honda sport 2041mm in length, 1345mm of wheelbase, 1067mm in height, and 783mm in breadth.

Performance and Handling of Honda Hornet 160R

The company  claims  Honda Hornet 160R  to notch up a top speed of110Kmph, besides garnering a higher acceleration. The  HET based engine  of this bike  reduces engine  weight as well as friction. Its ground clearance of 164mm keeps it  considerably above  the ground such that brushing against bumps is not a concern  and it can smoothly ride over a thin  sheet of water. And the high  mounted handle bar and digital instrument  console provide stability  and apprise the rider of important bike parameters.  A dual  tone front mud  guard prevents splashes of water or dirt from reaching the rider and both for the rider, comfortable foot pegs and pillion rider, enhance riding pleasure.


Mileage of Honda Hornet 16R

The  patented  HET based engine churns  out a good mileage figure  of 59 Kmpl  (ARAI certified). Importantly, the  engine is BS IV  compliant as well.


Some more pics of Honda Hornet 160R




Saturday, 13 February 2016

BMW HP2 sport bike

BMW HP2 sport bike_Editorial Review

The BMW HP2 Sport bike is a special  motorcycle  that created a stir in the world  of motorcycling. And it has many  excellent features and comes with very  good amount of power.BMW  HP2 Sport bike comes with many state of the art  features to keep its owners engaged in its ride.And the boxer engine on  this motorcycle is  one of the most powerful that  BMW has built.And  it provides  a good riding experience but that’s not all with its carbon bits on its body work it remains one of the advanced motorcycles in the market as well. 


One of the great features of the BMW HP2 Sport brings a powerful air and oil cooled, DOHC with radial valve 1170cc engine with a carbon fiber cylinder head cover, four stroke and replaceable valve guards. It has a power output  of 115 Nm of torque at 6000 rpm and 98 Bhp at 8750 rpm. It has been paired to a six speed gearbox for excellent rideability.And the engine has loads of torque and with the correctly spaced out gears it’s an absolute joy to ride. It has a top speed of more than 200 kmph with the 6th gear providing good cruising capabilities as well. The stainless steel exhaust has a great exhaust and the motorcycle brings a digital twin spark ignition system and closed loop fuel injection system.In addition  to the  performance from  the  engine  it also brings  low beam headlight lamp adjustment, an LED rear indicator, permanent headlamp  beam and hazard warning flasher. And it has a digital race instrument with 2D cluster and an electronic immobilizer for safety  against theft. The motorcycle is futuristic as it brings plenty use of carbon fiber lightweight material on the front and rear of the motorcycle.

Features Of BMW HP2 Sport

  • The riding position is sporty but comfortable. 
  • It has a fuel tank capacity of 16 liters and 3 liters of reserve which is enough to go riding on your favorite set of twisities.
  • It has a telelever front suspension and Ohlins at the rear for excellent handling dynamics. 
  • It has excellent ride quality thanks to its adjustable suspension which provides good damping for riding on the streets. 
  • It has a dry weight of 178 kgs and a wet weight of 199 kgs when road ready and fully fueled but it is easily balanced owing to the excellent mass centralization. 


Specifications of BMW HP2 Sport


Weights and Dimensions

  • Overall Length
  • 2135 mm
  • Overall Width
  • 750 mm
  • Overall Height
  • 1163 mm
  • Ground Clearance
  • 160 mm

Weight and Fuel Capacities

  • Fuel Tank Capacity
  • 16 liters liters
  • Reserve
  • 3 liters liters
  • Dry Weight
  • 178 kg

Engine

  • Max Torque
  • 115 Nm @ 6000 rpm
  • Displacement
  • 1170 cc
  • Max Power
  • 133 bhp @ 8750 rpm
  • No of cylinders
  • 4

wheels

  • Wheel type
  • Alloy
  • Tyre Front
  • 120/70 ZR 17inches
  • Tyre Rear
  • 190/55 ZR 17inches

Wednesday, 10 February 2016

Audi A3 Sadan_2016

About "Audi A3 Sadan"

The compact beautifull Audi A3 Sedan is the smallest and least expensive member of Audi's North American lineup. And designed as a successor to the A3 hatchback. the Sedan aims to deliver buyers a more compact alternative to the A4 while retaining a traditional four door body style perferred bye American drivers. And buyers looking to trim their fuel budget can order the Audi A3 Sedan with a diesel burning turbo four while those after a sportier driving experience will likely opt for the range topping S3. And it is 70 inches wide and 55.7 inches tall, Stretching 175.5 inches long, the Audi A3 Sedan looks like a shrunken A4 when viewed from the outside. and it wears an agressive look defined by sharp headlights. lightly sculpted flanks, pronounced wheel arches, a discreet spoiler integrated into the rear hatch and triangular tail lamps.
Photo: Picture 1 - 2016 Audi A3 Sedan

TheAudi  A3 sadan benefits from Audi's expertise in the field of lightweight  construction and the lightest version tips the scale at just 2,755 pounds thanks to a body  made largely of hot-formed steel and an aluminum hood. It shares its modular  MQB platform  with the Europe-only A3 hatchback and several  other Volkswagen products including the seventh-gen Golf.

Life Aboard

The A3 Sedan is fitted with a clean, uncluttered dashboard that puts a strong emphasis on function. The highlights include understated styling elements such as chrome-ringed air vents and a simple instrument cluster made up of four analog gauges. And the smallest member of the Audi family can carry five adults and up to 15 cubic feet of cargo.
The A3 Sedan  can be ordered with Audi's MMI infotainment system at an extra cost. MMI groups the car's entertainment, connectivity and navigation (if equipped) functions into single operating system controlled by either a knob and a series of buttons  found on the center console or a voice recognition function. The centerpiece of the system is a high-definition color screen mounted on top of the dashboard. Another notable  high-tech feature offered  on the A3 Sedan is Audi connect, a software that provides a Wi-Fi connection and lets passengers find places of interest, travel information, weather reports, fuel prices and even access satellite images from Google Earth.

Under the Hood

The Audi A3 Sedan is available with two four-cylinder gasoline-burning TFSI engines. Both engines run exclusively on premium unleaded. Alternatively, buyers can order a segment-exclusive TDI turbodiesel four-cylinder engine.
With a displacement of 1.8-liters, the smaller unit sends 170 horsepower and 200 lb-ft. of torque to the front wheels via a six-speed dual-clutch transmission. The sprint from zero to 60 mph takes 7.2 seconds and top speed is reached at 130 mph. And the larger 2.0-liter mill generates 220  horsepower and 258 lb-ft. of torque,  enabling the A3 to reach 60 mph from a stop in 5.8  seconds. Power is transferred to  all four wheels via the same   six-speed dual-clutch transmission that is linked to the smaller engine. The fuel  economy for the 1.8-liter is rated at 23/33 city/highway mpg, while the 2.0-liter is actually slightly more efficient at 24/33 mpg. The third engine option is a 2.0-liter TDI turbodiesel  unit that generates 150 horsepower between 3,500 and 4,000 rpms and  236 lb-ft. of torque from 1,750 to 3,000 rpms. It  sends the A3 from zero to 60 mph in 8.1 seconds and returns 31 mpg in the city and an impressive 43 mpg on the highway.  It is bolted to a six-speed dual-clutch transmission that  spins the front wheels only.

Trim level breakdown

Audi offers the Audi  A3 Sedan in three trim levels: Premium, Premium plus and Prestige.Premium comes  standard with leather  upholstery, a multi-function steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, a 12-way power driver's seat, a ten-speaker stereo system, a driver  information system integrated into the instrument  cluster, a 90-day trial subscription to SiriusXM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth connectivity, a SD card slot, automatic wipers and  headlights, Xenon headlights, LED tail lamps, power mirrors,  parking sensors, a rear-view  camera and heated mirrors/washer nozzles.Stepping up to Premium plus adds automatic  climate control, heated front seats, a 12-way adjustable  passenger seat, iPod integration as well as keyless start, stop and entry.Prestige builds upon the first two  trims with S line exterior trim, navigation, Audi Connect, an upgraded sound system built by Bang & Olufsen and LED  headlights.

Optional Equipment

A3 sadan  premium customers can  select a cold weather package, an aluminum trim package and a navigation/infotainment bundle.And selecting Premium Plus allows buyers to choose from more extras, including the Driver Assistance Package with rearview camera and park assist,  an upgraded Bang & Olufsen sound system and a Convenience Package with heated, power-adjustable front seats and park assist. Of note, the navigation system is bundled with Audi Connect on the Premium plus. And finally, the A3 Prestige  can be further upgraded with adaptive cruise control, Audi pre sense  front and active lane  assist, and with a Sport Package that groups  sport seats, a unique steering wheel  and selectable  driving modes.

Occupant Safety

All Audi  A3 Sedans regardless of trim level and engine  come standard with driver and front passenger airbags, knee airbags  as well as front and rear side and head  curtain airbags.
And The list of electronic driving aids includes Multi-Collision Brake (MCB), traction control (ASR), electronic stability control (ESC) and Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD).

Key Competitors

The Audi A3 Sedan's arch rival in terms of price, performance and  image is the  Mercedes-Benz CLA250. With a of the A3 but buyers seeking all-wheel  drive need to step up  to the considerably more expensive  AMG Tuned Model.




Tuesday, 9 February 2016

TVS Apache RTR 2004V


TVS Apache RTR 2004V Bike_Editorial Review

          This is the latest performance motorcycle from TVS Motor and, in turn, becoming the flagship model of the Chennai-based company. And the best looking  Apache till date, the design is a beautiful extension of  the RTR series along with important cues from  the Draken concept (shown in 2014 Auto Expo). With an aggressive looking headlight assembly and  LED DRLs on, it looks  sophisticated and menacing at the same time. The fuel tank is the most aggressively designed unit till date with sharp and edgy tank extensions  sporting ‘Apache  RTR’ moniker. The seats are another aesthetically designed pieces, with a split  setup for the rider and pillion. The grab-rails are beautiful, yet practical, and so is the LED tail light which looks nothing like  in previous Apache  motorcycles. And the overall build quality, fit and  finish of various parts is  extremely impressive and in 5 new different  matt  colours,

            This is the most stunning and  aggressive looking  motorcycle from TVS so far. The engine is all-new and the ‘4V’ stands  for 4-Valves. The 200cc engine  is a race-derived O3C unit (Oil-cooled Combustion Chamber)  and is fed either  by a Bosch-Closed Loop fuel injection system or a Keihin CV carburetor. The Carburetor-fed engine produces 20.5PS of maximum power at 8500RPM while the FI variant produces slightly higher 21PS at the same 8500RPM.  Also, the torque output is same in both Carb & FI engines  which is 18.1NM at 7000RPM. For the first time in a TVS engine, the cylinder has 4 valves and is cooled by oil-cooling technology.Although, it remains  largely air-cooled. It is the smoothest  RTR engine by far with some vibrations coming up only around 8000RPM. With more power comes better acceleration, and the new RTR races from 0 to 60 in just 3.9 seconds (3.95 for the Carb) and in just 12 seconds to the  100. Combined  all this with a 5-speed gearbox and you’ve got the quickest  and fastest Apache RTR ever built by TVS with a top speed of 129km/h. However, the safety is paramount as well and both petal discs at front and  rear are aided by optional ABS. Not just that, since the tagline  says “Every day Is Race Day”, the RTR 200 has a Lap-Timer and Top Speed indicators in the fully digital console unit. These are important information because the new frame, which TVS calls,  the Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff  Frame  along with mono-shock  at the rear provide sporty and  involving  handling characteristics. And when it's time to hit a race track, the Lap Timer would come in handy  to see how fast you’ve been through the circuit. The Apache RTR 200 4V is TVS’s best so far and gives us a glimpse  of even more exciting motorcycles in the future.

Spacification of TVS Apache RTR 2004V

Dimension and weights

  • Overall Length
  • 2050 mm
  • Overall Width
  • 790 mm
  • Overall Height
  • 1105 mm
  • Ground Clearance
  • 180 mm

Engine

  • Max Torque
  • 18.1Nm
  • Displacement
  • 197.75 cc
  • Max Power
  • 20.5PS
  • No of cylinders
  • 1

Fuel and Weight Capacities

  • Fuel Tank Capacity
  • 12 liters
  • Reserve
  • N/A
  • Dry Weight
  • N/A

Wheels

  • Wheel type
  • Alloy
  • Tyre Front
  • 90/90-17 Tubelessinches
  • Tyre Rear
  • 130/70-17 Tubelessinches

Features of TVS Apache RTR 2004V

  • TVS Apache RTR 200V
  • ABS
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Electric Start
  • Disc Brake 
  • Helmet Holder
  • Auto of indicator