Bike Bazaar

FROM ISSUE # 193 (January 2012) | IN THIS ISSUE
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Useful List of New Bikes
Summed up is everything you need to know about all the things that matter when going out to buy yourself a bike. You can either recommend to a friend or use in a bar room debate. New motorcycle and scooter
on sale in Nepal is listed, pictured and rated by WAVE.

Demak DMX 150
Specs to look out for: Aerodynamic chassis, 4-stroke single cylinder SOHC 150cc air cooled engine, 50kmpl, dual disc brakes and 21" front tyre.
WAVE says: If you are on a medium budget but still want a power packed off road monster, then this Malaysian beauty is the right way to go. 
Price: NRs 238, 000 tax incl.

Bajaj Pulsar 220
Specs to look out for: 220cc engine, 0-60 in 4 seconds, projector head lights and fuel injected oil cooled engine.
WAVE says: The extremely powerful engine with devilish front cowl is a perfect match for people who love explosive acceleration and sheer speed.
Price: NRs. 219,900 tax incl.

Hero Pleasure
Specs to look out for: 102cc engine, 55 kms/lit, tuff-up puncture resistant tyres and a wide variety of colours.
WAVE says: The top notch scooter from the Hero Honda stable is economic, powerful and its ease of use with little thought out details makes it ideal for female commuters.
Price: NRs 126,900 tax incl

Mahindra Rodeo
Specs to look out for: Telescopic front suspensions, complete digital console, 22 litres of luggage space under the seat, Pro-sus advanced braking and anti-theft lock (similar to that in Scorpio)
WAVE says: The Mahindra automakers entry into the two wheeler segment can only mean bigger meaner scooters unlike anything the market has ever seen.
Price: NRs 162,900 tax incl.

Hero CBZ Extreme
Specs to look out for: Split seats, rear disc brakes, new well lit digital console and an adjustable gas reservoir rear suspension
WAVE says: Proudly upholds the CBZ legacy with its durable and low maintenance engine in style. 
Price: NRs 173,900 tax incl.
All prices are approximate and may vary according to specifications and from the time they were launched in Nepal.

Hyosung GT- 650R
Specs to look out for: Inverted front suspensions- rear mono suspension, fuel Injected liquid cooled V-2 engine and a two stage projector beam headlight.
WAVE says: An entry level sports tour-er bike that is equally satisfying on the road like any of its Japanese counter parts.
Price: NRs 1,110,900 tax incl.

Honda CBR 250R
Specs to look out for: 250cc liquid cooled 25
bhp engine, Automatic Braking System (ABS), Pro-link rear mono suspension and Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
WAVE says: Honda's answer to the 250cc class bike segment is undeniably here to stay after winning hearts all across the globe. It is a joy to ride and begs for an open stretch of road to leave all else behind.
Price: NRs 449,900 tax incl.

TVS Apache RTR 180
Specs to look out for: Two piece handle, rear disc brakes, highest recorded speed of 138 kmph, 17.3 bhp (highest in its segment) and racing stance for rider.
WAVE says: The revved up engine made to race just screams masculinity with its stable performance in high speed and tight corners. Definitely packs the racing DNA.
Price: NRs. 215, 820

Honda Unicorn
Specs to look out for:
Rear mono suspension, Dual CDI Ignition, 55 kmpl and 0-60 in 5 seconds
WAVE says: An extremely economic yet powerful bike in its segment; Unicorn has remained as icon for the general class of commuters for quite a few years now. Highway or the hills, it will never let you down. 
Price: NRs. 184, 900 tax incl.

Royal Enfield Bullet Classic 500
Specs to look out for: 27.5 bhp at 5200rpm with a maximum torque of 41.3 Nm at 4000rpm, fuel injected air cooled engine and a single seat (optional)
WAVE says: Nothing can beat the thrill on one of these monsters which packs the punch no other bike in the market can deliver. The classic biking royalty that is never out of fashion meets technology in its newest edition.
Price: NRs 4,90,000 tax incl.

Yamaha YZF R15 (Reloaded)
Specs to look out for: Delta box chassis, split seat (new), fuel injection, the sexy new tail section and the jaw dropping looks.
WAVE says: Probably the best street/sport 150cc bike in the market 'built' for the tracks with racing instincts from its bigger brother YZF R1.
Price: NRs 292,900 tax incl.