BMW S1000RR, first Turbo-charged SuperBike
BMW, the well well-known automobile manufacturer recently open the world's first turbo-charged BMW S 1000RR. The corporation is known for its ever efficient and excellent products and with this new model as well promises to maintain the same. The motorbike is accommodated with a 1000cc of engine capacity that is to assure its users with an unbelievable power of 381bhp which is thrice better than that of Honda CBR600RR and even better than that of a MotoGP bike that acquires a greatest power of around 140 bhp. The maximum torque to be produced by the new bike as well is worth mentioning being better than that of a 1800cc Goldwing.
The company from a long time have been working over the turbo treatment and now lastly have succeeded conquering all other sports bikes. The reason being for the company to get so much time with this was the complications with electronic functions of BMW S1000RR. The company make its new motor motorbike the most capable accommodating it with great speed and high power. Also the braking and suspension system of the bike are made dynamic and sound assuring better stability and control with it. Pricing details and some other features of new stunning bike are yet not displayed by the company
Kawasaki dealer launch night in UK on 27 January 2011
Kawasaki is going to straighten it's bike collection in the UK. The company has announced to have a Dealer dark across the nation inwhich, 2011 Kawasaki Road motorbike range will be displayed on 27th Jan, 2011, Kawasaki bike lovers can also participate in the exclusive programme through forms available at Kawasaki information UK FB page. There will be a free draw as well that includes one lucky guy and his friend visit to Kawasaki factory. Kawasaki Motors is a Japan based motorcycle producer corporation which has a big name in worldwide two-wheeler market. The company has many well liked bikes in UK such as Kawasaki Z1000SX and Kawasaki Z1000SX Tourer, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, streetfighter styled Kawasaki Z7500R etc while Kawasaki VN900 tradition and ever popular Kawasaki ZZR1400 and Kawasaki Z1000 plus will be displayed at the event.
A Kawasaki Rider association also constructed in the UK and a stunning tour also will be organized by the company. Kawasaki Motors is selling its bikes in India through Bajaj Probiking sales areas and the sales has been unexpected. The company has launched Kawasaki Ninja 250R which is most well liked bikes in India in its segment. 1000 bikes of the bike have been sold and forced by the overwhelming response from the market, the company is going to begin three new bikes in India such as Kawasaki Ninja 400R, Kawasaki Ninja 650R and Kawasaki Ninja ZX14 to grab most of the Indian two-wheeler market's portion.
Auction for seized Superbikes
Auction for seized superbikes which was decided to take place on 10Th January'2011 is further late so as to attract some more bike enthusiasts. sale of 13 superbikes in the country together with bikes from Harley Davidson, Suzuki Hayabusa and Honda CBR1000RR is decided by the DRI and only the ones registered with MSTC are allowed to participate. The registration is complete quite easy being that the ones interested have to pay a nominal cost and can attend the auction. A sum of eightyfour bikes were seized by DRI in year 2009 for the spare parts of motorcycles were being smuggled into the country and were reassembled here in some focused garages of Mumbai and Pune. It is known that Nadar Ali with a team of five other associates used to smuggle the parts from Singapore.
Ali experienced a excellent comeback from consumers keeping a low cost of just Rs 11 lakh for these assembled bikes which if legally smuggled would have costed for Rs. 17 lakh. Reason being for seizing bikes was that these were sold to unsupposed consumers and now the owners are to pay an import tax of 15 percent and an amount equal to that of penalty to acquire their bikes again. According to this out of whole 84, 64 motorbikes have been back to their owners after the payment of above mentioned penalty. Also a buggy was seized by the agency which now have been returned to the holder after being payments made to DRI.
Skoda Fabia Super 2000 to appear in Monte Carlo Rally
A total of 10 Skoda Fabia Super 2000 will be making an appearence at the Monte Carlo Rally. This is the opening event of the 2011 Intercontinental Rally Challenge (IRC), in which Skoda is going to be defending its t
itles in both the Manufacturers and Drivers competitions. The Skoda Motorsport team will introduce an update livery to Monte Carlo - the most striking element is the strong green shade that is so typical of the Skoda brand. In contrast with the design used over the past few years, the new green-and-white combination is “reverse”.
The frontdoors will bear the logo “110 years of motorsport“, an anniversary that Skoda Motorsport is celebrating this year. The Monte Carlo Rally starts on 19 January in the area around Valence, France and ends with night-time special stages in the mountains near Monte Carlo. The drivers will brave a total of 13 special stages and over a thousand kilometres of road sections plus unpredictable weather.
Honda CBR250R Flash Game launched
Honda Motors the arrogance owner of Honda CBR250R is to promote the bike with a Flash game. The game is equipped with music and stunts and will be available in 22 countries at the same time. As we know that the bike is going to start on in the month of April this year and the bike is running on Thailand roads and created a large hype. The company is taking booking orders in India from this month. Honda CBR250R is the most popular bike from Honda that is blessed with advanced safety system ABS. It is the world's second bike in the 250cc which is getting popularity after Kawasaki Ninja 250R in India.
But the Ninja do not have ABS feature. In terms of looks, CBR 250R is inspired from Honda VFR 1200F which is also another wonderful bike of Honda. Honda CBR 250R flash game shows its power, presentation and styling on the road. The bike is loaded with liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4 valve, single cylinder, 250cc engine. It also possesses fuel injection system (PGM-Fi type). With this engine and ABS technology, the bike has upper hand to Ninja 250R, Bajaj Pulsar 220 and Hero Honda Karizma which are sitting at the top of the Indian two-wheeler market.
The bike is ready to touch Indian roads within few weeks because the company is taking orders since January 1st, 2011; it's minimum booking price is Rs. 5000. The bike is available in two variants such as ABS and Non-ABS while the bike is available in three two-tone corpse colours combos like – Sword Silver Metallic & Accurate Silver Metallic, Candy Ruby Red & Accurate Silver Metallic, and Asteroid Black Metallic & Accurate Silver Metallic.
Viewers Choice Award 2011
CNBC-TV18 Overdrive Awards 2011 has been announced and winners are not so new to the automobile industry. The Yamaha SZ has won the Viewer Choice Award 2011 while Honda CB Twister got 2011 Bike of the Year Award. This year, supersports Suzuki GSX-R1000 got the Performance Bike of the Year 2011 Award. All the bikes are most popular bikes in India in their segment.
The Yamaha SZ X had been launched last year in India and its third variant introduced at the end of year 2010. On the other hand, Ducati Monster 796 won the Import Bike of the Year Award while Bajaj Pulsar selected as Hall Pride of the Bike award. And Bajaj Discover was awarded with Auto Commercial of the Year award. This year launched TVS Wego won Scooter of the Year 2011 Award and outplayed Honda Activa.
CNBC-TV18 Overdrive Awards 2011 covers bikes and cars in India, the bike and cars which got the reputed awards are; Ford Figo-Viewer’s Choice and Compact Car of the Year Award in 4 wheelers segment, Toyota Etios- Car of the Year, Toyota Etios- Mid-sized Car of the Year, BMW 5 Series-Premium Automobile of the year, Audi A4 3.0TDI - Performance Car of the Year, Mercedes SLS AMG - Import Car of the Year, Hyundai Santa Fe - Import SUV of the Year, VW Polo - Premium Hatchback of the Year, Honda Jazz-X - Auto Commercial of the Year in car segment, Toyota Prius - Green Award of the Year, VW Motorsport got Motorsport award of the Year and Skoda Yeti received SUV/UV of the Year while Maruti Suzuki India and Suzuki K12B got the Manufacturer of the Year and Engine of the Year Award, respectively. CNBC-TV18 Overdrive Awards 2011 selected the vehicles which were launched among period of 1 January, 2010 to 21 December, 2010. Apart from these vehicles, the Mumbai Traffic Police also awarded for better work to traffic control.
Honda targets 5 million vehicles sale in 5 years
After separation of India's numero uno two-wheeler company Hero and Honda, Honda Motors want to grab the Indian motorcycle market larger than what it has now. The company has decided to sale 5 million two wheelers in short time of 5 years. HMSI is the 100 percent subsidiary of Honda Motors Japan which is doing well in the market and ready to hold the target. To achieve the target, the company is attracting buyers with it's new launches that includes Honda CBR250R and Honda CB Twister.
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According to some information, HMSI is aiming to triple the sales within 5 years; at present, it has total production capacity of 1.55 million vehicles per year. The company is reported to set up its second facility in Rajasthan and after its production capacity might be 2.2 million per annum; the production in the facility to start from second half of 2011.
On the other hand, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd is planing to set its third production plant in the state of Andhra Pradesh to get the 5 million vehicles per annum target within 5 years. It is expected that this facility will be opened by the end of this year. According to the officials, the company to invest Rs. 10 million in the market to increase its production in the this short time. It is also planning to produce 250cc bikes in Indian facilities. Moreover, the company is working to spread its dealership network in Indian rural and town areas along with small cities.
Second innings of Hyosung with GT650R
The Korean motor bike manufacturer, Hyosung is soon to approach the Indian Bike market with another edition of sports bike model, Hyosung GT650R. The company has planned to progress its sales with the Garware Group in the country and is to struggle hard for acquiring a prominent position in the market. The new Hyosung GT650R is packed with an engine power of 650cc that is to generate eloquent power and beating torque. The body is designed sporty and aggressive with broad alloy wheels and aerodynamic graphics being provided to it. The company in order to produce further and increase its sales inculcated the most efficient and improved features to its new motor bike. The engine is incorporated with liquid cooling technology that is sure to keep it cool and enhance the bike's performance proving it fuel efficient.
The bike has been accommodated with a wheel base of 1435 mm so as to provide greater stability and control. Also the company with its new Hyosung GT650R promises greater efficiency and quality and also accommodates it with chrome finishing that makes it look appealing. The new bike is to offer swathe of comfort to its riders as well as passengers with advanced suspension and braking system. Also the seat of new bike is designed low for the rider and slightly raised for pillion that gives the brand iconic looks. The company unlike its earlier motor bike expects positive response with this new Hyosung GT650R. Now the generation will tell that how would be its second innings in India.
Yamaha and Fiat departed
The 4 year old relationship of Yamaha Motors and Fiat- for Yamaha MotoGP racing - has ,finally, come to an end that experienced a revive at Yamaha's MotoGP campaign by hammering Honda and Ducati. The split was already expected and is now proven by the two companies. Fiat today maintaining its words for No Italian Rider and No Money Policy departed from team Yamaha Racing of the year 2011 MotoGP circuit. Yamaha Motors have been the ever well-known name in the racing circuit and this departion of the corporation with Fiat is not to adversely affect its Yamaha's MotoGP performance.
Yamaha is to currently remain without a title sponsor in the premier class of MotoGP Championship. As per information, it is known that the tobacco company Marlboro is to resolutely remain entrenched as the principal sponsor of the Ducati MotoGP team for entire session of 2011 MotoGP and thus would dash many Italian fan's dream combination of Rossi-Ducati and Fiat.
Now Book Honda CBR 250R at just Rs 5000
The booking for Honda CBR 250 has started by the company from first of January 2010. The bike is available in 2 variants such as Antilock Braking System and non-ABS. The booking price for the both the models were decided Rs. 15000 and Rs. 18000 respectively. Now the buyer can book Honda CBR250R Antilock Braking System and Honda CBR250R non-ABS with booking price of Rs. 5000, each.
Honda CBR250R is the most awaited bike in India and will be available in the month of April this year. As mentioned, the bike will be available in 2 variants and both variants of the bike will be available in three vibrating shades such as Candy Ruby Red-Accurate Silver Metallic, Sword Silver Metallic-Accurate Silver Metallic and Asteroid Black Metallic-Accurate Silver Metallic. Honda CBR250R is the 1st entry-level light weight sports bike which comes loaded with advanced braking system ABS in the segment while Kawasaki Ninja 250R, which is the first popular 250cc bike in India, does'nt have this advanced system. So it is the major competitor of Ninja 250R in terms of price and features. Honda's CBR series is very rich and big that includes other variant like Honda CBR 1000RR and Honda CBR 1000RR fireblade while after the launch this 250cc bike a 150cc bike might be launched in the end of this year.