Thursday, 25 July 2013

Hero Passion X Pro

Hero Passion X Pro review, test ride

Hero’s X Pro adds fresh passion to its line-up. We ride the new Hero.

Mar 21, 2013

DETAILS

Make Hero MotoCorp
Model Passion
Edition X Pro 2013

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Hero MotoCorp’s Passion motorcycles have been a hit since production began in 2001, second only to the Splendor in terms of sales figures. Over the last decade, the Passion series has received a number of aesthetic upgrades. This time, Hero MotoCorp has added a new variant, powered by a 110cc engine. The X Pro is Hero MotoCorp’s bid in the 110cc segment, a space that is fast turning out to be a hotly contested.

The Passion X Pro doesn’t make a fresh style statement, and is easily recognisable as a commuter bike from its Hero family. It uses a smart headlight set within an angular bikini fairing, with a slightly sharper look as compared to predecessors. The Passion X Pro has smart, 18-inch alloy wheels, which come finished in black along with its engine, exhaust and chain guard.

The X Pro instruments bay tucks neatly beneath a dark green tinted visor, and houses an analogue speedometer, with digital displays for fuel levels, the odometer, trip meter and service due reminder, all of which are easy to read.

The X Pro offers good quality palm grips and switchgear that works with crisp feel, and includes a pass light.

Monday, 8 April 2013

Honda Activa

Honda Activa HET: Road Test

With the price of fuel going skywards, Honda has updated its best selling scooter, Activa with a HET-technology. With this addition, it claims that the efficiency of the Activa has gone up. ZigWheels finds out how much of a difference has it really made

Scooter and the name Activa are synonymous to each other. When all the two-wheeler manufacturers were closing down their scooter operations, Honda made their foray into the Indian market with a scooter. In fact the scooter market is present currently because of the Activa, which speaks volumes about the Activa. Since the time of its debut in 2000, the Activa has been numero uno in the scooter segment and in the due course of time it hasn’t been fiddled with much.

It was given a minor face lift both cosmetically and mechanically in 2009 but the basic DNA of Activa has remained intact. But times have changed much, since then and scooter sales have increased immensely. In fact sales of motorcycles have improved by just 1 per cent; whereas by contrast, the scooter segment has grown a tremendous 18 percent.

This has resulted in all the other two-wheeler manufacturers entering the scooter market aggressively and for the first time Honda was facing some kind of competition and it meant they have to up their game to maintain their reign. For this, the boffins at Honda tweaked the Activa’s heart with “HET” (Honda Eco Technology). Will the HET-update help the Activa in maintaining its supremacy? Let’s find out…

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Your Budget and Bikes of 2013

The coming year has in store something for everyone. From affordable performers to superbikes, year 2013 promises to be one of the most exciting in the Indian two-wheeler industry. The country would also witness the entry of two iconic brands -- Victory with its high-end motorcycle range and British bike maker Triumph. So, if have been holding back your bike purchase in the hopes of some new launches, the time to break that piggy bank may finally be around the corner!

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Upcoming Bikes of 2013 under Rs 2.5 lakh

Here's what the coming year has in store for those looking to buy an affordable performance motorcycle or scooter under Rs 2.5 lakh

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Upcoming Bikes of 2013 from Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 7 lakh

This price bracket will witness the hottest action in 2013 with some of the finest two wheelers lined up from top motorcycle marques including Triumph, which marks its entry on Indian soil. Here are...

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Upcoming Bikes of 2013 from Rs 7 lakh to Rs 12 lakh

Those waiting for larger capacity motorcycles can now start saving up for next year. 2013 promises not just to be enticing for the affordable performance bike segment but for middle-weight...

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Upcoming Bikes of 2013 from Rs 12 lakh to Rs 15 lakh

While there may not be too many launches in this budget, the Rs 12 lakh to Rs 15 lakh price bracket would witness the arrival of some of the most significant bikes including the 2013 Suzuki Hayabusa...

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Upcoming Bikes of 2013 above Rs 15 lakh

Some really big cruisers with equally big price tags are headed your way in 2013. Find out which one of them suits your taste

Bajaj Discover sales cross 14 lakh mark in Western region

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Bajaj Auto sold 14 lakh plus Discover range of motorcycles in the country's Western region in the past four years with Gujarat alone accounting for 3.71 lakh units

Bajaj Autos latest offering Discover 100T

Bajaj Auto Ltd. sold 14 lakh plus Discover motorcycles in India's Western Region. Gujarat was one of the largest contributors in its growth in Western Region.

The accomplishment, according to the company's press statement, has been set in a very short span is backed by the growth of Discover 100, Discover 125, Discover 125 ST and the newly launched Discover 100T (Also Read: Bajaj Discover 100T Road Test). Out of the 14,12,647 Discover units sold in the Western region between July 2009 and March 2013, 3,71,793 units have been sold in Gujarat alone. The Western Region consists of Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Madhya Pradesh.

Accroding to Vimal Sumbly, ( General Manager) Sales, Bajaj Auto Ltd. said, "This is a very important milestone for the Discover brand reiterating its success in the Indian market. Discover's high sales volumes, is not an outcome of compromising on value, as the brand continues to maintain its price-premium vis-a-vis competition." Mr. Sumbly further elaborated, "The recent launch of the Discover 100T, setting new benchmarks of power, style and features, has further given momentum to the brand."

With the launch of the all new Discover T and ST range, Bajaj Auto introduced a breed of two-wheeler that offers superior mileage without compromising on design and features. Discover is one of the largest selling brands in the Indian motorcycle market.

Hero Glamour

Hero Motocorp ["Hero Honda" After breaking Joint Venture with Honda] has wide range of bikes and scooters for both youngsters, and for economy peoples. Hero Glamour PGM Fi is same as the Hero Honda Glamour, a 125cc bike, available in two variants, disc brake and drum brake, cost around 58,000 for drum brake and 60,000 for disc brake on road.

2012 Hero Motocorp Glamour PGM-Fi Price India

Engine Specifications of Hero Glamour PGM Fi
Engine Type : Air cooled, 4-stroke single cylinder OHC
Displacement : 124.7 CC
Max. Power : 6.72 KW (9BHP) @ 7000 RPM
Max. Torque : 10.35 N-m @ 4000 RPM
Bore x Stroke : 52.4 x 57.8 mm
Compression Ratio : 9.1 : 1
Mileage – average fuel economy of Hero Glamour PGM Fi is 50-50 kmpl.
Top speed of Hero Glamour PGM Fi is around 100 kmph.
Available Colors : Hero Motocorp Glamour PGMFI : black with front blue metallic, black with sports red, black with torondo grey metallic, black with vibrant orange, candy blazing red
Hero Glamour PGM Fi Price In New Delhi 56000 [drum], 58,000 [disc] on road
Hero Glamour PGM Fi Price In Bangalore, Karnataka 60,600 [drum], 63,000 [disc] on road
Hero Glamour PGM Fi Price In Mumbai, Maharastra 58,500 [drum], 60,500 [disc] on road
Hero Glamour PGM Fi Price In Pune, Maharastra 57,300 [drum] , 59,500 [disc] on road
Hero Glamour PGM Fi Price In Chennai, Tamilnadu 58,000 [drum], 60,000 [disc] on road
Hero Glamour PGM Fi Price In Kolkata, West Bengal 57,000 [drum], 59,000 [disc] on road

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Thursday, 25 July 2013