The Extreme Bajaj 220 cc PULSAR

In the test rides, the Pulsar 220 is a little faster than the Karizma, but we have to wait for Karizma Fi, a new version of Karizma that is to be launched soon. Bajaj Pulsar 220 is a great bike overall compared to the other bikes in India, but taking into account the international bikes, its stands no chance against them. Hopefully we can see lot of new technology coming up in Indian bikes in the coming years. If you want a high performance bike, wait a little longer for the new Karizma and then make the decision.

Pros: Pickup, aggressive looks, Pulsar branding

Cons: Not so pleasant engine sound

Bajaj Pulsar 220 Specifications:

Engine: 220 cc single, 2 valve, 4 Stroke, EFI, air cooled with oil cooler
Compression ratio: 12.8:1
Top speed: 135 km/h (84 mph) (estimated)
Power: 20 PS (20 hp/15 kW)
Torque: 19.13 N·m (14 ft·lbf)
Transmission: 5 speed manual sequential
Suspension: Front: 37 mm telescopic hydraulic type 130 mm (5.1 in) travel
Rear: Ellipitical section swingarm with twin hydraulic gas-charged shock absorbers; 101 mm (4 in) travel
Brakes: Front: 260mm disc
Rear: 230 mm disc
Tires: Front: 90/90-17 tubeless
Rear: 120/80-17 tubeless
Dimension: L 2,035 millimetres (80.1 in) W 750 millimetres (30 in) H 1,140 millimetres (45 in)
Weight: Approx. 150 kilograms (330 lb)

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Bajaj With Super Bikes

Auto-Expo2008-According to the Bajaj Motor’s Manager Gaurav,Bajaj will Launch some Super Bikes in India with a 7-8 months times Including KTM 950R and Duke 990.

You will get these Bikes in Pro-Biking Store(Professional Biking).Bajaj have already purchased 40percent stakes of these bikes.

We would say, Bajaj will be a Super Hero with Super Bikes.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR DUKE

ENGINE
Engine type: Twin cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75
Displacement: 999 cc
Bore x stroke: 101 x 62.4 mm (3.98 x 2.46″)
Performance (homologated): 88 kW @ 9000 rpm
Max. torque: 100 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Compression ratio: 11.5:1
Starter: E-Starter
Transmission: 6 gears, dog-clutch engagement
Fuel Mixture Generation: Electronic fuel injection
Control: DOHC
Lubrication: Pressure lubrication
Engine lubrication: Motorex Power Synt 4T 10W50
Primary drive: 67:35
Final drive: 17:38
Cooling: Liquid cooled
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Motor Management: Keihin indirect intake port injection



CHASSIS
Frame: Chromium-molybdenum, powder-coated
Subframe: Aluminium
Handlebar: Renthal Aluminium, conified
Front suspension: WP USD 48 mm (1.89″)
Rear suspension: WP monoshock
Suspension travel front / rear: 135 / 160 mm (5.31 / 6.3″)
Front brake: 2 x Brembo 4-piston caliper, 2 x 320 mm (12.6″)
Rear brake: Brembo single-piston floating caliper, brake disc 240 mm (9.45″)
Rims, front / rear: 3.5 x 17″; 4.5 x 17″
Tires, front / rear: 120/70 ZR 17″; 180/55 ZR 17″
Battery: 12 V / 11.2 Ah
Main silencer: 2 x premium steel with three-way-catalyser
Steering head angle: 66.5
Trail: 103 mm (4.06″)
Wheel base: 1438 mm (56.61″)
Ground clearance (unloaded): 165 mm (6.5″)
Seat height: 855 mm (33.66″)
Fuel capacity: approx. 15 liters (3.96 gal)
Weight (no fuel): approx. 184 kg (405.7 lbs)

SPECIFICATION FOR KTM950R

ENGINE

Engine type Twin cylinder, 4-stroke, V 75°
Displacement 942 cc
Bore x stroke 100 x 60 mm (3.94 x 2.36″)
Compression ratio 11.5:1
Starter E-Starter
Transmission 6 gears, dog-clutch engagement
Carburetor 2 x Keihin constant-pressure carburetor, 43 mm
Control DOHC
Lubrication Pressure lubrication with 2 Eaton pumps
Engine lubrication 10W50
Primary drive 67:35
Final drive 17:42
Cooling Liquid cooled
Clutch Wet multi-disc clutch, operated hydraulically
Ignition Denso battery ignition

CHASSIS

Frame Tubular chromoly space frame, powder-coated
Subframe Aluminium 7020
Handlebar Aluminium, conified
Front suspension WP USD Ø 48 mm (1.89″)
Rear suspension WP monoshock PDS
Suspension travel front / rear 250 / 255 mm (9.84 / 10.04″)
Front brake Brembo 2-piston floating caliper, floating brake disc Ø 300 mm (11.81″)
Rear brake Brembo 2-piston floating caliper, floating brake disc Ø 240 mm (9.45″)
Rims, front / rear 1.85 x 21″; 2.15 x 18″
Tires, front / rear 90/90-21″; 140/80-18″
Battery 12 V / 11.2 Ah
Main silencer 2 x stainless steel with catalytic converter
Steering head angle 64.6°
Wheel base 1570 mm (61.81″)
Ground clearance (unloaded) 296 mm (11.65″)
Seat height 920 mm (36.22″)
Fuel capacity approx. 13 liters (3.43 gal)
Weight (no fuel) approx. 185 kg (407.85 lbs)

Duke comes in a 2 models -690 Duke and 990 Super Duke.

KTM comes in a 2 models -990 Adventure and 990 Adventure S.

They have Sportminicycle as well with 50cc,65CC and 85cc.

Lets see they will launch these or not.

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Upcoming NINJA 250R ( Bajaj)

The 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R boasts a host of improvements for beginner motorcyclists seeking a fully-faired sportbike.

New-for-2008 features include:

• New bodywork.
• Revised dual overhead camshafts and a new 2-into-1 exhaust system for more low and mid-range torque from the dual-carbureted 249cc DOHC parallel twin-cylinder engine.
• Refined intake and exhaust ports for improved off-idle response and smooth power delivery.
• Reduced engine noise via an automatically adjusting cam chain tensioner.
• A new fairing and windscreen for improved wind protection.
• A new 37mm telescopic front fork with firm settings.
• New, larger 17″ wheels with low-profile tires.
• A larger 290mm front brake rotor.

The 2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R is priced arround $3,499 and will available in four colors: Lime Green, Ebony, Passion Red, and Candy Plasma Blue.

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