Saturday, October 4, 2008

Hero Honda Karizma


Hero Honda Karizma is a top-end bike from the Hero Honda stable and targets the niche section of customers that prefer performance to economy.

Karizma comes with a 223cc single cylinder, air-cooled, four stroke engine that packs a maximum power of 17bhp at 7000rpm. Apart from breaking the 200cc barrier, the bike breaks fresh grounds in the acceleration front. Karizma conquers the four-second barrier for zero to sixty kph, doing it 3.8 seconds.

On the styling front, Karizma draws inspiration from Honda's cult VFR 800, the legendary and largest selling superbike from the Japanese giant. Striking similarities exist in the alloy die-cast wheels, the tailpiece, the front indicators, the fairing, the silencer unit, seat, panel shapes and instrument binnacle.

The Karizma comes with factory-fitted mag wheels and the long wheelbase at 1355mm provides stability to the bike. The motorcycle has a top speed of 125kph and performs commendably at speeds around 100kph. The Karizma is equipped with a massive 15-litre fuel tank (FT) with a 2-litre reserve.

The Karizma ensures excellent braking with the 276mm disc up front (largest so far) and the 130mm rear drum brakes. The mag wheels give a very un-cluttered look to the rear wheel.


Hero Honda Karizma Technical Specifications
Styling International Styling
Engine 4 - stroke, Single cylinder OHC, Air cooled
Displacement 223 cc
Max Power 17.0 PS @ 7000 rpm
Max Speed 125 kmph
Acceleration 0-60 kmph in 3.8 seconds
Clutch Multi-plate wet type
Gear box 5 speed, constant mesh
Frame Tubular single
Swing Arm Rectangular
Wheelbase 1355 mm
Ground clearance 150 mm
Length 2125 mm
Width 755 mm
Height 1160 mm
Suspension Front Telescopic Hydraulic shock Absorbers
Suspension Rear Swing arm with 5 step adjustable type hydraulic shock absorber
Tyre size (Front) 2.75 x 18 - 42 P
Tyre size (Rear) 100/90 x 18 - 56 P
Wheels Die Cast
Headlight Trapezoidal, DC, Multireflector, Halogen, 35 / 35 W
Fuel tank capacity 15 L (Reserve : 2 L)
Brake (Front) Disc : 276 mm
Brake (Rear) Internal Expanding shoe : 130 mm
Battery 12V, 7.0 Ah
Carburetor Intelligent Carburetor constant vacuum type with CCVI(Card Controlled Variable Ignition) System
Ignition Digital - CDI (AMI - Advanced Microprocessor Ignition System)
Starting Kick + Self
Kerb weight 150 kg
On-road Fuel Efficiency 35 - 40 kmpl
Ex-Showroom Price in Delhi Rs. 79,000/-

Hero Honda Glamour-Fi


The Hero Honda Glamour-Fi is a trendsetter in Indian two-wheeler industry for its path breaking fuel-injection technology. Fuel-injection technology offers superior and consistent engine performance with improved drivability, lower emissions, enhanced fuel economy and extended engine life.

The PGM-FI feature (Programmed Fuel Injection) in Glamour-Fi is basically a computer controlled electronic fuel injection system that scans critical engine operating conditions through sensors and provides input to the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) to inject the accurate amount of fuel as per the requirement. Thus the new technology eliminates the need for a carburetor.

Apart from fuel-injection, the Glamour-Fi comes loaded with other features such as a Bank Angle Sensor and Malfunction Indicator Lamp. The sensor is an important safety feature that cuts off the fuel supply and ignition if the bike tips over while diagnoses any malfunction of sensors and indicates the same to the rider.

The Glamour-Fi comes with a four-stroke, single cylinder, air-cooled engine that generates a displacement of 124.8cc. The bike features the standard suspension set-up of telescopic hydraulic fork at the front and a swing arm with hydraulic shock absorbers at the rear.

Hero Honda Glamour-Fi Technical Specifications
Engine Type Air-Cooled, 4-stroke single cylinder OHC
Displacement 124.8 cc
Max Power 6.72 kw (9 bhp) @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque 10.35 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Broe x Stroke 52.4 x 57.9 mm
Comparession Ration 9.2:1
Fuel System Programmed Electronic Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
Starting Self / Kick Start
Idle Speed 1500 rpm
Ignition FTi - Full Transisterised Ignition
Clutch Multiplate wet
Gear Box 4 Speed constant mesh
Chassis Type Tubular Double cradle Type
Suspension (Front) Telescoopic Hydraulic shock Absorbers
Suspension (Rear) Swing Arm with Hydraulic shock Absorber
Brakes (Front) Disc : 240 mm Dia, Pad - Non Asbestoes type
Drum : Internal expanding shoe type (130 mm), Lines - Non Asbestoes type
Brakes (Rear) Drum : Internal expanding shoe type (130 mm), Lines - Non Asbestoes type
Tyre (Front) 2.75 x 18 - 42 P / 4 PR
Tyre (Rear) 3.00 x 18 - 52 P / 6 PR
Battery 12V - 2.5 Ah (Kick) / 5 Ah (Self)
Head Lamp 35W / 35W - Halogen Bulb (Multi-Reflector Type)
Tyre Pressure Front (Solo - Pillion) : 1.75 kg / cm2 - 1.75 kg / cm2
Rear (Solo - Pillion) : 2.25 kg / cm2 - 2.50 kg / cm2
Fuel tank capacity 12 L (Reserve : 1.5 L Approx.)
Length 2005 mm
Width 735 mm
Height 1070 mm
Wheelbase 1265 mm
Ground clearance 150 mm
Kerb weight 125 kg (Kick) / 129 kg (Self)

Hero Honda Passion Plus


The Hero Honda Passion Plus is an upgraded version of the Passion, Hero Honda's trusted workhorse in the executive segment.

The Passion Plus is equipped with a four-stroke, air-cooled, single cylinder engine that generates a piston displacement of 97.2cc. The suspension set up consists of telescopic hydraulic forks at the front and swing arm with adjustable hydraulic dampers at the rear.

The Passion Plus incorporates a host of new styling features including two-tone colours, body coloured mirrors, white dial instrument cluster and a wider pillion grip. New multi-reflector headlight and winkers add to the glamour quotient.

The Passion Plus comes with an optional front disc brake for improved braking. It attains a respectable maximum speed of 85kph and has a fuel tank capacity of 12.8 liters.

Hero Honda Passion Plus Technical Specifications
Engine 4-Stroke, Single Cylinder, Air-Cooled OHC
Displacement 97.2cc
Max Power 7.5 PS @ 8000 rpm
Ignition Electronic CDI
Frame Tubular Double cradle
Head Light Halogen Bulb 35 / 35W
Final Drive Roller Chain
Battery 12V - 2.5 Ah
Starting Kick Starter
Suspension (Front) Telescopic Hydraulic Fork
Suspension (Rear) Swing Arm with 5 step adjustable hydraulic damper
Wheelbase 1235 mm
Ground clearance 160 mm
Kerb weight 116 kgs
Tyre size (Front) 2.75 x 18 - 4 PR / 42 P
Tyre size (Rear) 3.00 x 18 - 4 / 6 PR
Width 720 mm
Height 1060 mm
Length 1980 mm
Brakes (Front) Internal Expanding Shoes type (130 mm) / Hydraulic Disc type (Optional)
Brakes (Rear) Internal Expanding Shoes type (130 mm)
Clutch Multi-Plate wet type
Max Speed 85 kmph
Gear box 4 Speed constant mesh
Fuel tank capacity 12.8 L (Reserve : 1.1 L)

Hero Honda Glamour



Despite scoring high on the style quotient, the Hero Honda Glamour fails to introduce new features and ends up as a clone of the Super Splendor. Chequered decals that run the length of the bike lend a glamorous touch to the Glamour. The front mudguard of the Glamour sports a dual-tone theme that is also carried over on the chain guard.

The Ambition is equipped with an air-cooled, four-stroke and single cylinder Quantum Core engine with a 124.8cc displacement. But the engine lacks substantial punch and it takes the Glamour 7.37 seconds to zip from rest to 60kph.

The Glamour ensures an upright and commuter-friendly riding posture, with twin telescopic-forks and dual rear suspension. The bike incorporates thicker rear rubber in order to facilitate efficient handling.

The Glamour does pretty well on the mileage front. Well thought-out gear ratios, a de-stressed motor and roller bearings on the rocker-arm fingers all work towards enabling a healthy mileage. On city roads, the Glamour returns 55.2 kilometres per litre while on the highway, it turns in a creditable 58.3kpl.

Hero Honda Glamour Technical Specifications
Engine Quantum Core
Displacement 124.7cc
Max Power 6.72 kw ( bhp) @ 7000 rpm
Max Speed 95 kmph
Gears 4
Frame Tubular Double cradle
Tyre Size (Front) 2.75 x18 - 42 P / 4 PR
Tyre Size (Rear) 3.00 x 18 - 52 P / 6 PR
Headlight 35 / 35 Halogen Bulb (Multi-Reflector)
Starting Kick / Self
Brakes (Front) Drum / Disc
Brakes (Rear) Drum
No. of Variants 4

Hero Honda Super Splendor


After a long hiatus, Hero Honda made a foray into the 125cc segment with the new Super Splendor. The new bike retains the hugely successful Splendor brand name so as to leverage its massive brand presence.

In contrast to the unconventional looks of its competitors, the Super Splendor preserves the unassuming and bland looks of the legendary Splendor. It sports a large, rectangular, crystal-lens-type headlamp along with a larger, more steeply angled bikini fairing and a tinted, translucent visor for improved lighting of the instrument cluster.

The Super Splendor comes with a new single-cylinder, four-stroke 124.7cc engine that generates a peak power of mere 9 bhp at a high 7,000 rpm. The Super Splendor's engine retains the same horizontal configuration of the original and its refinement comes through with the relatively vibration-free performance.

The suspension set-up in the Super Splendor comprises a telescopic, hydraulic fork at the front and a rectangular section swing arm with hydraulic shock absorbers at the rear. The bike proves to be invaluable in the fuel economy stakes, with tall gear ratios, roller bearings for rocker arms and narrow tyres all working towards the best possible mileage.

Hero Honda Super Splendor Technical Specifications
Engine 4-Stroke OHC, Single Cylinder, Air Cooled
Bore X Stroke 52.4 X 57.8 mm
Displacement 124.7 cc
Compression Ratio 9.1: 1
Max Power 6.72 Kw (9 BHP) @ 7000 rpm
Torque 10.35 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Max Speed 90 Kmph
Clutch Multiplate Wet
Final Drive Roller Chain
Ignition Digital - CDI Ignition (AMI) Advanced Micro Processor Ignition system
Starting Self Start
Frame Tubular Double Cradle
Suspension Front : Telescopic Hydraulic Fork
Rear : Swing Arm with Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Dimensions (LXWXH) 1995 X 735 X 1095 mm
Wheel Base 1265 mm
Ground Clearance 150 mm
Kerb Weight 121 Kg
Tyres Front : 2.75 X 18 - 4 PR / 42P
Rear : 2.75 X 18 - 6 PR / 48P
Brakes Front Drum Type : Internal Expanding Type - 130 mm Dia
Rear Drum Type : Internal Expanding Type - 130 mm Dia
Fuel Tank Capacity 12 Ltrs. (Min)
Head Light 12V - 35W Multi Reflector Halogen Bulb - AC Type

Hero Honda CD Deluxe


Hero Honda launched the CD Deluxe in line with the market trend of launching upgraded versions of entry-level 100cc bikes. The Hero Honda CD Deluxe is the spruced-up version of the CD Dawn.

The CD Deluxe resembles the CD-Dawn in every respect barring the frontal appearance and the snazzy new decals on the bike's body panels. The new modifications introduced in the Deluxe variant include the new rectangular headlamp with a halogen bulb set in a multi-focal reflector and clear-lens type glass. Other add-ons include a bikini fairing and a translucent visor, compared to the somber, round-headlamp looks of the cheaper CD-Dawn.

The CD Deluxe features the same 97.2cc engine, double tubular cradle frame and suspension set-up of the CD-Dawn.


Hero Honda CD DeluxeTechnical Specifications
Engine 4-Stroke OHC, Single Cylinder, Air Cooled
Bore x Stroke 50 x 49.5
Displacement 97.2 cc
Compression Ration 8.8:1
Max Power 5.44 kw (7.4 PS) @ 8000 rpm
Kerb Weight 108 Kg
Tyres (front) 2.75 x 18 - 4PR
Tyres (rear) 2.75 x 18 - 6PR
Torque 0.79 Kgm @ 5000 rpm
Clutch Multi Plate Wet type
Transmission 4-Speed Constant Mesh
Final Drive Roller Chain
Ignition Capacitor discharge ignition
Wheel base 1230 mm
Brakes (front) Internal Expanding Shoe Type - 130 mm Dia
Brakes (rear) Internal Expanding Shoe Type - 110 mm Dia
Head Light Rectangualr Multi Focal Reflector - 35 / 35W(Halogen Bulb)
Starting Kick start
Frame Tubular double cradle
Suspension (front) Telescopic Hydraulic Fork
Suspension (rear) Swing Arm with Hydraulic Shock absorbers
Dimensions (LxWxH) 1970x720x1045
Ground Clearance 159 mm
Fuel tank capacity 10.5 L

Hero Honda Pleasure


The Hero Honda Pleasure is Hero Honda's maiden venture into the burgeoning gearless scooter market and contrasts the prevalent market trend of focusing on motorcycles.

The Pleasure comes with a four-stroke, air-cooled, single cylinder engine that provides a displacement of 102cc. Pleasure boasts of distinctive features such as an ABS body, variomatic transmission and high pulling power.

The Pleasure sports flashy colors and a host of trendy contours to appeal to teenaged girls. Multi-reflector headlight; body-coloured mirrors, multi-reflector indicators nestled in the front and a new age oval-shaped instrument panel all make the Pleasure a head-turner.

The Pleasure is equipped with tuff-up tube and tyre combo - a technology that offers immediate remedy in the event of a puncture, by releasing an anti-puncture sealant gel. The scooter is capable of attaining a top speed of 77kph.

Hero Honda Pleasure Technical Specifications
Engine Air-Cooled, 4-Stroke single cylinder OHC
Bore x Stroke 50.0 x 52. mm
Displacement 102 cc
Compression Ratio 9.0:1
Max Power 5.22 kw (7 bhp) @ 7000 rpm
Max Torque 7.85 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Max Speed 77 kmph
Clutch Dry, Automatic Centrifugal Clutch
Ignition CDI
Starting Self- Start
Suspenssion (Front) Bottom Link with Spring-loaded Hydraulic damper
Suspenssion (Rear) Swing Arm with Spring-loaded Hydraulic damper
L x W x H 1750 mm x 705 mm x 1100 mm
Wheelbase 1240 mm
Ground clearance 125 mm
Kerb Weight 104 Kg
Tyre size (Front) 3.50 x 10 - 4 PR / 51 J
Tyre size (Rear) 3.50 x 10 - 4 PR / 51 J
Brakes (Front) Internal Expanding Shoe Type (130 mm) Non-asbestoes type
Brakes (Rear) Internal Expanding Shoe Type (130 mm) Non-asbestoes type
Fuel tank capacity 5 L (Min)
Head Lamp 35 / 35W Halogen Bulb (Multi-reflector type)
Battery 12V-5Ah