Aprilia RSV4 Factory ( Rs. 17,50,000 )

 

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	RSV4
Model:	Factory
Type:	Sports
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	999.6cc
Engine:	999.6cc, V4, 4-Stroke
Maximum Power:	180 Bhp @ 12250 rpm
Maximum Torque:	115 Nm @ 10000 rpm
Gears:	6 Speed
Clutch:	Multi Disc
Bore:	78
Stroke:	52.3
No. of Cylinders:	4
Chassis Type:	Aluminium Frame
Cooling Type:	Liquid Cooling
DIMENSIONS
Length:	2040.00 mm
Width:	735.00 mm
Height:	1120.00 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Weight:	179.00 kg
Fuel Tank:	17.00 ltrs
Horn:	Dual
Wheel Type:	Alloys
Wheel Size:	120/70 ZR17 - 190/55 ZR17 mm
Tubeless:	yes
Colors:	Red with Black

ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Suspension(Front):	Upside Down Forks
Suspension(Rear):	Aluminium Swingarm
Brakes:	Dual 320mm floating discs
Brakes(Rear):	220mm disc
Stand Alarm:	yes
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Fuel Guage:	Digital
Self Start:	yes
Tacho Meter:	Analogue
Trip Meter:	Digital-2
Alloys:	yes
Speedometer:	Digital
Passenger Footrest:	no
Passenger Backrest:	no
Step-up Seat:	yes
Pass-light:	yes
Low Fuel Indicator:	yes
Low Oil Indicator:	yes
Low Battery Indicator:	yes
High Oil Temp. Indicator:	no
Choked Air Filter Indicator:	no

 

When hearing the words Italian supersports motorcycle, most people think at the Ducati Desmosedici RR, but the Aprilia RSV4 Factory is a new bike with its own plan for success. Resuming, it is powered by a 1000cc V-four engine developing 180 horsepower and 115 Nm, while weighing in at 394.6 lbs dry.

We do thrust Italians when it comes to engine performance and weight reduction although style is what makes their rides stand out immediately and the RSV4 Factory makes no exception. So this is pretty much an exotic superbike with the performance to match its looks. Read more after the jump.

 

 

A revolutionary project and a unique history of victories on the racetrack have come together to create the RSV4. A supersport with absolutely exclusive racing technology, developed around the 4 narrow V cylinder engine developed from the technical know-how that has led Aprilia to victory on racetracks all over the world. Aprilia RSV4 hits the racetrack and the roads with one goal only: to win.

33 championships, 254 MotoGP World Championship wins and 8 Superbike victories : over the last two decades Aprilia has become a modern motorcycling legend. The bikes from Noale have dominated tracks the world over thanks to the genial design, courage and extraordinary abilities of the technicians who pursued innovative solutions by experimenting, innovating and sometimes revolutionising technical schemes that seemed to be unchangeable. Aprilia RSV4 Factory, the bike that brings Aprilia back into the 2009 Superbike World Championship, is the product of this immense technical know-how. It is a highly technologically advanced motorcycle, conceived for racing and for this purpose designed and developed by Aprilia together with the marque’s Race Division, the largest and most advanced of its kind in Europe and one of the most important in the world.

Aprilia RSV4 Factory is an absolute supersport motorcycle, the most complete bike available on the market for bike fans, and its chassis confirms this: designed for the racetrack, it has adjustment features that are typical of racing motorcycles. The adjustable geometry chassis allows parameters such as the position and inclination of the headstock, the height of the swingarm pin and even that of the engine to be changed. The construction technology is also motorsports-derived: the RSV4 Factory chassis and swingarm are made of aluminium with variable section castings and pressings.
The components are the state-of-the-art in motorcycling technology: Öhlins Racing fork, rear monoshock and steering damper, Brembo monobloc callipers, forged aluminium rims.

Aprilia RSV4 Factory is the new benchmark in the street legal superbike sector. The unique characteristics of the bike are listed as follows:


 Compact, innovative design

 New - and unique - 65° V-four cylinder engine

 Multi-adjustable perimetral aluminium alloy frame

 Adjustable engine position relative within frame

 Asymmetric aluminium swingarm

 Öhlins Racing full adjustable fork and rear monoshock.

In terms of engine power, Aprilia RSV4 Factory will be similar as its sibling.

On Road Control and handling of Aprilia Rsv4 Factory

The wheelbase of the Aprilia RSV4 is of 1424 mm also is expected to ensure proper control and stability of the bike. The new Aprilia RSV4 is being incorporated with latest technologies which is to control the bike and make it a good performer. The bike packed with a dynamic braking system which will be prove to be of great help in instant braking. The all new Aprilia RSV4 is also available with dynamic suspension which will offer greater stability and control.

All the features and specification of Aprilia RSV4 Factory will be just same as Aprilia RSV4 which also will very rider-friendly.

 

Riding Experience - Suspension of Aprilia Rsv4 Factory

The bike is been incorporated with latest and advanced quality of suspension components. The astonishing Aprilia RSV4 is to offer its customers greater stability and control. The front suspension of the Aprilia RSV4 is 43 mm Ohlins titanium nitride coated upside-down fork with External adjustment system for rebound, compression and preload and Shortened fork bottoms with radial caliper fittings and the Rear is Double arch aluminium swingarm, Öhlins monoshock with piggy-back cylinder and Adjustments for compression, rebound, spring preload and length.


Aprilia RSV4 Factory will have been loaded with same suspensions as Aprilia RSV4.

 

Aprilia Rsv4 Factory Pros

Brazen Look, Broad Alloy Wheels and enhanced features

 

Aprilia Rsv4 Factory Cons

Higher cost.

Honda 2012 CBR1000RR Fireblade (Rs. 15,00,000 )

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	2012 CBR1000RR
Model:	Fireblade
Type:	Sports
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	999cc
Engine:	999cc, 4 Cylinder
Maximum Power:	175 Bhp @ 12000 rpm
Maximum Torque:	112 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Gears:	6 Manual
Clutch:	Assist Slipper Clutch, Wet
Bore:	76
Stroke:	55.1
No. of Cylinders:	4
Cylinder Configuration:	NA
Chassis Type:	NA
Cooling Type:	Liquid Cooling
Carburetor:	NA
DIMENSIONS
Length:	2075.00 mm
Width:	685.00 mm
Height:	1130.00 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Weight:	199.00 kg
Ground Clearance:	130.00 mm
Fuel Tank:	17.70 ltrs
Wheelbase:	1405.00 mm
Electrical System:	NA
Headlamp:	NA
Battery Type:	NA
Battery Voltage:	NA
Battery Capacity:	NA
Battery Charger Type:	NA
Horn:	Dual
Wheel Type:	Alloys
Wheel Size:	120/70-ZR17, 190/50-ZR17 mm
Tubeless:
Colors:	Red, Black, Pearl White/Blue/Red

ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Suspension(Front):	43.0mm inverted HMAS cartridge fork with spring-preload, rebound and compression-damping adjustability
Suspension(Rear):	HMAS Pro-Link single shock with spring-preload, rebound and compression-damping adjustability
Brakes:	Dual 320mm Discs
Brakes(Rear):	220mm Disc
Stand Alarm:	no
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Fuel Guage:	Digital
Self Start:	yes
Tacho Meter:	Digital
Trip Meter:	Digital-2
Alloys:	yes
Warranty:	NA
Speedometer:	Digital
Passenger Footrest:	yes
Passenger Backrest:	no
Step-up Seat:	yes
Pass-light:	yes
Low Fuel Indicator:	yes
Low Oil Indicator:	yes
Low Battery Indicator:	yes
High Oil Temp. Indicator:	yes
Choked Air Filter Indicator:	no

Ducati 1199 Panigale  ( 18,00,000 Rs )

 

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	1199 Panigale
Type:	Sports
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	1199cc
Engine:	L-twin cylinder
Maximum Power:	195 Bhp @ 10750 rpm
Maximum Torque:	132Nm @ 9000 rpm
Gears:	6 Speed
Clutch:	Self-servo wet multiplate
Bore:	112
Stroke:	60.8
Cylinder Configuration:	NA
Chassis Type:	Monocoque aluminum
Cooling Type:	Liquid Cooling
Carburetor:	NA
DIMENSIONS
Length:	N/A
Width:	N/A
Height:	N/A
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Weight:	188.00 kg
Fuel Tank:	17.00 ltrs
Electrical System:	NA
Headlamp:	Halogen
Battery Type:	Maintainance Free
Battery Voltage:	NA
Battery Capacity:	NA
Battery Charger Type:	NA
Horn:	Dual
Wheel Type:	Alloys
Wheel Size:	3.50" x 17 - 6.00" x 17" mm
Tubeless:	yes
Colors:	Red

ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Suspension(Front):	Marzocchi 50mm pressurized
Suspension(Rear):	Fully adjustable Sachs unit
Brakes:	2 x 330mm semi-floating discs
Brakes(Rear):	245mm disc, 2-piston calliper
Stand Alarm:	yes
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Fuel Guage:	Digital
Self Start:	yes
Tacho Meter:	Digital
Trip Meter:	Digital-2
Alloys:	yes
Warranty:	NA
Speedometer:	Digital
Passenger Footrest:	no
Passenger Backrest:	no
Step-up Seat:	yes
Pass-light:	yes
Low Fuel Indicator:	yes
Low Oil Indicator:	yes
Low Battery Indicator:	yes
High Oil Temp. Indicator:	yes
Choked Air Filter Indicator:	yes

A formula one car, at 640 kg (1,411 lbs) and about 800 horsepower, has a power-to-weight ratio around 1.25 horsepower per kilogram (2.2 lbs). The new 1199 Panigale, with 195 horsepower and 164 kg (361.5 lbs), has a ratio of 1.19 horsepower per kilogram. Granted, that figure changes significantly if you add my porky badonkadonk and a full tank to the equation ... but regardless, this roaring L-twin beast is not only the new power-to-weight champion of the production motorcycle world, it's a ground-up reinvention of the Ducati superbike that has reportedly been in development since the venerable 1098 first hit showroom floors in 2007. Even without factory support, the 1198 won this year's World Superbike championship ... and absolutely everything about the Panigale looks significantly better, including Troy Bayliss' lap times. Let's take a closer look at what is easily the most desirable supersports bike of 2012.

Ducati 1199 Panigale - Superquadrata engine

The new Panigale (named for the western quarter of Bologna where the Ducati factory is located) may be impressive to look at, but its spec sheet is where the pulse really starts racing.

For starters, 195 horsepower is an incredibly impressive number for a high-revving 4-cylinder bike, let alone the big fat pistons of a V-Twin. The Superquadro engine hits this huge figure at just 9000 rpm, where by comparison the BMW S1000RR is spinning at a crazy 14,200 rpm to make its peak of 193 horses.

The 1199's power output is a stunning 25 ponies stronger than the magnificent Ducati 1198 it replaces. That's a huge jump.

They've done it by pretty much redefining the concept of "oversquare" (or "Superquadro" in Italian) with a massive cylinder bore of 112 mm and an ultra-short stroke of 60.8 mm. A shorter stroke means quicker revving, and the larger bore allows significantly larger diameter valves in the cylinder head. There has been almost no torque penalty from the reduced stroke; the Panigale pounds out 98.1 lb-ft of torque, just 1 lb-ft less than the 1198.

The higher redline of the 1199 Panigale makes Ducati's famous gear-activated desmodromic valve actuation more important than ever - it opens and closes the valves extremely precisely through mechanical actuation instead of waiting for springs to effect the closure.

BMW 2012 New S1000RR ( 18,02,000 Rs )

 

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	2012 New S1000RR
Type:	Sports
Top Speed:	200kph
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	999cc
Engine:	999cc, 4-stroke
Maximum Power:	193 Bhp @ 13000 rpm
Maximum Torque:	112 Nm at 9750 rpm
Gears:	6 Manual
Clutch:	Multiple-disc clutch in oil bath
Bore:	80
Stroke:	49.7
No. of Cylinders:	4
Cylinder Configuration:	In-Line
Valve Per Cylinder:	4
Chassis Type:	Bridge-type frame, cast aluminum
Cooling Type:	Liquid Cooling
DIMENSIONS
Length:	2056.00 mm
Width:	826.00 mm
Height:	1138.00 mm
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Weight:	183.00 kg
Fuel Tank:	17.50 ltrs
Wheelbase:	1432.00 mm
Electrical System:	Three-phase alternator 350 W
Headlamp:	NA
Battery Type:	NA
Battery Voltage:	14 V
Battery Capacity:	10 Ah
Battery Charger Type:	NA
Horn:	NA
Wheel Type:	Alloys
Wheel Size:	120/70 ZR17 - 190/55 ZR17 mm
Tubeless:	yes
Colors:	Acid Green Metallic, Mineral Silver Metallic & Thunder Grey Metallic

ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Suspension(Front):	46 mm Upside-down fork
Suspension(Rear):	Cast aluminium swing arm
Brakes:	Twin disc, floating brake discs, diameter 320 mm
Brakes(Rear):	Single disc brake, diameter 265 mm, double-piston
Stand Alarm:
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Fuel Guage:	Digital
Self Start:	yes
Tacho Meter:	Analogue
Trip Meter:	Digital-2
Alloys:	yes
Warranty:	NA
Speedometer:	Digital
Passenger Footrest:	yes
Passenger Backrest:	no
Step-up Seat:	yes
Pass-light:	yes
Low Fuel Indicator:	yes
Low Oil Indicator:	yes
Low Battery Indicator:	yes
High Oil Temp. Indicator:	no
Choked Air Filter Indicator:	no

2012 BMW Superbike

 

When BMW released its inline-four S100RR in 2009, the machine immediately received much praise from the media, dealers and owners.

The superbike returned in 2010 as a carry-over model, able to sustain these praise. Although a top machine in the literbike category, BMW totally revised the S1000RR for 2012, the superbike optimized based on the feedback from national super stock race data.

BMW began with some engine refiments, although the BMW S 1000 RR's engine remains the same mechanically. The 999cc, water-cooled inline-four still pumps out 193 horsepower at 13000 rpm and 83 ft. lbs. of torque at 9750 rpm. 

Enhancements arrive in 2012 with a reconfigured throttle for crisper throttle response and an optimized torque curve throughout the four modes available (Rain, Sport, Race, Slick).

Speaking about the reconfigured throttle, BMW says "to date, engine control consisted of four individual throttle curves for each of the Rain, Sport, Race, and Slick modes. For the new RR, these have been reduced to two: a characteristic curve for a particularly gentle and sensitive throttle in Rain mode, and a second for immediately direct and spontaneous response in the Sport, Race, and Slick modes.

"Following this measure, the rider now no longer needs to adjust to the constantly changing throttle characteristics when switching frequently between Sport, Race, and Slick modes. At the same time, this also served to optimize the load change behavior."

Along with these modes, the other technologically-savvy features of the 2012 BMW S1000RR - BMW Motorrad Race ABS and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) - have both been optimized for "perfect interaction."

For 2012, the Race ABS has been upgraded to match the new suspension geometry of the S1000RR. Discussing the Race ABS, BMW says "by pressing the lever, the rider receives feedback from the Race ABS as to when the traction limit will be exceeded and the control range reached. The rider feels controller feedback as a slight pulsing in the brake levers."

The DTC has also been modified for the new geometry of the BMW S1000RR. BMW explains, "for the new RR, modifications have been made to reflect the new geometry, and wheelie detection has been optimized. When wheelie detection engages, the throttle valves now open much more gently. Moreover, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC) has been optimized for greater riding and control performance in the Race and Slick modes.

"The new DTC application is based on the BMW Race Power Kit for better transparency during highly sporty maneuvers on the racetrack. The experienced rider can therefore achieve faster lap times."

As stated, the Race ABS and DTC were upgraded due to the changes in the suspension. For 2012, BMW revamped the S1000RR's suspension for improved riding dynamics. Besides a redesigned frame, the 2012 BMW S1000RR's chassis also features a new steering head and tail section.

BMW says there's "a 20% larger cross section of the intake air guide in the steering head. The steering head angle is now 66° instead of the earlier 66.1 degrees.

"The wheelbase has now been shortened by 9.3 mm to 1422.7 mm, and the afterrun has been lengthened by 2.6 mm to 98.5 mm. The fork bridge offset (front end) is now 2.5 mm shorter at 29.5 mm. In addition, the fork projection is 5 mm shorter than in the predecessor model. These modifications also included revisions to the steering head bearing for a lower breakaway torque and hence greater steering precision."

Besides the chassis, BMW also revised the updside down fork and spring strut, which features a new internal structure for a wider range of damping forces. Also new for 2012 is a mechanical steering damper that has 10 levels of adjustment.

But it didn't stop there; BMW improved ergonomics and instrumentation, and the 2012 BMW S1000RR also arrives with revised bodywork, most noticeably the fatter rear tail section.

And like always, factory customization is endless for the 2012 BMW S1000RR. Riders with a particularly sporty bent can now equip their RR with an HP titanium exhaust system (with or without ABE) or the HP race data logger.

There are also optional heated grips, which offer two levels of warmth. BMW says the grips can "take the bite out of the early morning run on the racetrack or longer rides in cold weather."

And with this revision arrives new color options - Racing Red with Alpine white, Bluefire, Sapphire black metallic and the famed BMW Motorrad Motorsport colors.

Following are a list of the new features and specs on the 2012 BMW S1000RR. As of this report, no MSRP has been released.

2012 BMW S1000RR: New Features

• Optimized torque curve for improved ridability.
• Expansion from two to three performance curves (one each for Rain and Sport modes and an additional one for Race and Slick modes); Rain mode now has 163 hp.
• Reconfigured throttle for enhanced response (particularly gentle and sensitive acceleration in Rain mode, and immediately direct and spontaneous response in Sport, Race, and Slick modes).
• Reduced twisting force and tighter twistgrip angle.
• Smaller secondary ratio for boosted thrust.
• Refined tuning between Race ABS and Dynamic Traction Control (DTC).
• Enlarged cross sectional area of the intake air guide through the steering head for greater air flow efficiency.
• Better handling, steering accuracy, and feedback.
• Revised spring elements for an even wider range of damping forces.
• Suspension geometry modified with new values for the steering head angle, offset, position of the swing arm pivot, fork projection, and spring strut length.
• New mechanical steering damper adjustable over ten levels.
• Forged and milled fork bridge in a new design and with a smaller offset.
• Revised design with a leaner tail section, redesigned side panels, centre
• airbox cover with side aperture grilles, and winglets.
• For new color variants: plain Racing Red with Alpine white, Bluefire,
• Sapphire black metallic, BMW Motorrad Motorsport colors.
• Revised RR logo.
• New heel plates and leaner stabilizers on the passenger footrests.
• Redesigned LCD engine speed display for better readability and with five dimming levels.
• Instrument cluster with the new functions "Best lap in progress" and "Speedwarning"; deactivation of "Lamp" fault message when headlamp or number plate carrier removed
• Catalytic converters relocated, so no heat shield necessary.
• Expansion to the optional extras and special equipment ex works.

2012 BMW S1000RR Specs:

• Capacity: 999cc
• Bore/Strok: 80/49.7mm
• Power: 193 horsepower @ 13000rpm; 83 ft. lbs. torque @ 9750rpm
• Type: Water cooled straight 4-cylinder engine
• Compression Ratio/Fuel: 13:1/min. premium unleaded (95 RON)
• Valve: DOHC (double overhead camshaft) valve actuation over individual rocker arms below
• Vavles per cyclinder: 4
• Intake/Exhaust opening/closing: 33.5/27.2mm
• Throttle Valve Diameter: 48mm
• Fuel Delivery: Electronic fuel injection, digital motor electronics BMS-KP
• Emissions: Two regulated three-way catalytic converters, EU-3
• Clutch: Multiple disc antihopping clutch in oil bath, mechanically operated
• Gearbox: Constant mesh six speed gearbox
• Primary Ratio: 1:1.652
• Gearbox Ratios: 1:2.6471; 1:2.091; 1:1.727; 1:1.500; 1:1.360 1:1.261
• Final Drive: Chain
• Transmission Ratio: 1:2.647
• Frame Type: Bridge frame of aluminium
• Suspension, Front: Upside down fork, standpipe diameter 46 mm, adjustable compress and rebound
• Suspension, Rear: Two arm swinging fork with central spring strut, in spring mount, adjustable compress and rebound
• Spring Travel: 120/130mm
• Wheel Castor: 98.5mm
• Wheelbase: 1422.7mm
• Steering Head Angle: 66-degrees

2012 BMW S1000RR: Optional Extras

• Heated grips with two levels.
• HP titanium exhaust system street legal / non-street legal.
• HP winglets of CRP.
• HP race data logger with GPS.
• HP race power kit.
• HP race calibration kit.
• HP race cover kit.
• HP race shift pattern reversal.
• HP race footrest plate.
• In addition, BMW Motorrad HP Race Support assists all customers who want to use their RR at a higher professional level on the racetrack.

 

ktm Duke 200

  KTM Duke 200.Ready 2 Race.( 1,32,000 Rs )

Now that the KTM Duke 200 has been launched in India, and at a killer price to boot, Bajaj Auto, through Austrian motorcycle firm KTM, has upped the ante in the Indian performance motorcycle market. The pricing, although introductory at INR 1,17,500 ex-showroom Delhi is the biggest thing that the Duke 200 has got going for it. With a better than expected pricing, Bajaj Auto has done it again, by paying the value card, that the firm has often used in the past  to pummel competition into submission. It is of small wonder then that Bajaj Auto leads the premium sports motorcycle segment in the market.

 The biggest shivers that the KTM Duke 200 will induce is on the Yamaha R15 Version 2.0 and the Honda CBR250R. 



 

 

The biggest shivers that the KTM Duke 200 will induce is on the Yamaha R15 Version 2.0 and the Honda CBR250R. Though both these motorcycles are like chalk and cheese from the KTM Duke 200, due to their completely different capabilities and positioning, the KTM Duke 200′s pricing, bang in the middle of these two motorcycles, and the Duke 200′s higher power to weight has made comparisons inevitable. The Yamaha R15 Version 2.0 has a power to weight ratio of 130 Bhp per ton while that on the Honda CBR250R is 155 Bhp

On the KTM Duke 200, this figure is a whopping 184 Bhp per ton, besting both the R15 and CBR quite comprehensively.The KTM Duke 200 also brings a higher level of equipment like upside down front forks and an underbelly exhaust, both features that will give bigger bragging rights to its owners. The Duke 200 will be sold in 32 Bajaj ProBiking across the nation in 30 cities and even in Kathmandu, Nepal. The showrooms will be done up in KTM orange to highlight the arrival of KTM’s first model in the Indian market. Unofficial bookings are currently open although the bookings will officially will begin on 1st February with deliveries scheduled for the middle of February. You can get the technical specifications of the Duke 200.

VEHICLE SUMMARY
Name:	200 Duke
Type:	Naked
Top Speed:	136kph
VERDICT
FOR	Looks Price Technology
AGAINST	Available in only one shade Limited number of retail and service outlets

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Displacement:	199.5cc
Engine:	Single-cylinder, 4-stroke
Maximum Power:	25 Bhp @ 10000 rpm
Maximum Torque:	19.2 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Gears:	6 Speed
Clutch:	Wet Multi-disc Clutch
Bore:	72
Stroke:	49
No. of Cylinders:	1
Cylinder Configuration:	NA
Valve Per Cylinder:	4
Chassis Type:	Steel Trellis Frame, Powder Coated
Cooling Type:	Liquid Cooling
Carburetor:	NA
0 to 60:	3.30 sec.
DIMENSIONS
Length:	N/A
Width:	N/A
Height:	N/A
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
Weight:	136.00 kg
Ground Clearance:	165.00 mm
Fuel Tank:	10.50 ltrs
Wheelbase:	1367.00 mm
Electrical System:	NA
Headlamp:	12V, 60/55W, H4
Battery Type:	VRLA
Battery Voltage:	12V
Battery Capacity:	8Ah
Battery Charger Type:	NA
Horn:	Dual
Wheel Type:	Alloys
Wheel Size:	110/70 x 17 - 150/60 x 17 mm
Tubeless:	yes
Colors:	Black/Orange (Available), White/Orange (expected), Black/Green (expected)

ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
Suspension(Front):	Telescopic Upside Down Forks
Suspension(Rear):	Mono-Shock
Brakes:	280mm Disc
Brakes(Rear):	230mm disc
Stand Alarm:	yes
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
Fuel Guage:	Digital
Self Start:	yes
Tacho Meter:	Digital
Trip Meter:	Digital-2
Alloys:	yes
Warranty:	NA
Speedometer:	Digital
Passenger Footrest:	yes
Passenger Backrest:	no
Step-up Seat:	yes
Pass-light:	yes
Low Fuel Indicator:	yes
Low Oil Indicator:	yes
Low Battery Indicator:	yes
High Oil Temp. Indicator:	no
Choked Air Filter Indicator:	no

KTM 200 Duke - Best Entry-level Naked Bike

Overview of KTM 200 Duke

KTM and Bajaj have launched their first bike ‘200 Duke’ in India today (24th January, 2012). It will also be launched in Malaysia and Brazil very soon. Bajaj-KTM has priced 200 Duke very competitively at Rs. 1,17,500 (Ex-showroom New Delhi). The bike looks sporty, feels sporty, and don’t go by the 200cc engine, because this monster generate 25 Bhp of maximum power and around 19.2 Nm of maximum torque, which is much higher than the normal 200cc commuter bikes available in India, which deliver 15 to 18 Bhp of maximum power. It is also expected that Bajaj-KTM will also launch a 250cc or 300cc version of Duke in near future. This bike will be sold at the 34 Bajaj Pro-biking showrooms which were converted into exclusive KTM showroom recently. Bajaj will continue selling Kawasaki Ninjas alongside the Duke range but the Pulsar and other Bajaj bikes will not be available at these showrooms, they will be now available at all the authorised Bajaj outlets.

Fast Facts about KTM 200 Duke

- Launched today (24th January, 2012) in New Delhi
- Priced very competitively at Rs. 1,17,500 (Ex-showroom New Delhi)
- The booking amount for the KTM 200 Duke is Rs. 30,000 (now Rs. 20,000)
- Available through 34 Bajaj's pro-biking showrooms (now KTM’s exclusive showrooms)
- Powered by a 199.5cc petrol engine
- Maximum power is 25 bhp at 10000 rpm
- Maximum torque is around 19.2 nm at 8000 rpm
- Best-in-class power to weight ratio of 184 PS/ton
- Available in attractive orange shade with sporty graphics/decals
- Is first even naked/street bike in India in this segment

Design & Styling of KTM 200 Duke

KTM 200 Duke is an extraordinary bike which not only offers glamorous looks but it will also be a style icon on Indian roads. The looks of this bike are enhanced by cutting edge design feature. Robust and macho looks of this bike is very attractive. 200 Duke is specially made for tough individuals who carries macho attitude in them. Eye-catchy graphic and aerodynamic body if 200 Duke is very impressive and also very comfortable.

Front side of 200 Duke houses stylish head lamp placed marvellously in the front cowl which offer clear visibility during tricky conditions. Handle bar of 200 Duke is very stylish and comfortable to drive; this bike is also offered with stylish bumpy fuel tank which enhances the overall looks. Rear section of KTM 200 Duke is also very impressive which comprises of LED tail light which is well merged with turn indicators. KTM 200 Duke features huge alloy wheels which further enhances the looks of the bike and also offer great level of comfort to the rider.

Instrument Cluster of KTM 200 Duke

All-digital intrument cluster

KTM 200 Duke features stylish and attractive all-digital instrument cluster which comprises of fuel gauge, speedometer, tachometer, turn indicators, trip meter etc. But like the Yamaha FZ range it gives feel of a toy bike, KTM should have designed analogue-digital combo with analogue tachometer.

Main Features of KTM 200 Duke

- Sharp front styling, High Performance Braking system
- Quick acceleration with large gear ration
- Quick throttle response with highly aspirated 199.5cc engine with dual exhaust mufflers
- High Suspension travel, Light Weight body structure
- Rigid body design to deal with high speeds and stresses
- Sporty shades and graphics

Technical highlights of KTM 200 Duke

- Best-in-class power to weight ratio of 184 PS/ton (Yamaha R15 - 130 and Honda CBR250R - 155)
- Maximum Power of 25 Bhp at 10000 rpm
- Maximum Torque of 19.2 Nm at 8000 rpm
- Engine Displacement of 199.5cc
- Front and Rear Disk Brakes
- Large ventilated brake disk at front with dual cylinder callipers
- Diamond shaped steel frame for rigid and strong structure
- Mono-shock suspension at rear
- Large-travel Telescopic suspension at the front
- Alloy wheels
- Sporty Graphics and body work
- Dual Muffler Exhaust
- High gear ratios for quick acceleration
- 6 Speed Manual Transmission
- Digital Ignition

Price & Booking of KTM 200 Duke

- KTM 200 Duke – Rs. 1,17,500 (Ex-showroom New Delhi)
- The booking amount for the KTM 200 Duke is Rs. 30,000 (now Rs. 20,000)
- Booking will be on a first come first serve basis

Bajaj-KTM has priced the 200 Duke very competitively at Rs. 1,17,500 (Ex-showroom New Delhi). At this price it will be a sure shot hit because 200 Duke is awesome in terms of looks and styling and is also very powerful 200cc bike. Yamaha R15 is a 150cc bike but is priced around Rs. 1.2 lakhs and selling very well because it is technically very sound, same is with KTM 200 Duke which features a liquid cooled 200cc engine which generates maximum power of 25 Bhp and also comes with front and rear disc brakes. The booking amount for the KTM 200 Duke is Rs. 30,000 (now Rs. 20,000).

Shades Available in KTM 200 Duke

- Black/Orange

KTM 200 Duke is available in Black+Orange combination. It is expected that it will also be available in White+Orange and Black+Green in near future

More About KTM

- KTM is Europe’s second largest motorcycle manufacturer and dominates the off-road segment across the world
- KTM debuts in India with its premium streetbike brand: the Duke
- The first offering from the KTM stable in India, the 200 Duke would be retailed through 34 dedicated KTM stores in India along with KTM’s famous range of Accessories and Merchandise called KTM PowerWear and KTM PowerParts.

On the occasion of the launch Mr. Stefan Pierer, CEO of KTM-Sportmotorcycles AG, said “We are delighted to have the Duke 200 in India and are very positive about the prospects of KTM in the Indian market. With our unique design and engineering philosophy, we have managed to develop our unique brand identity which we are confident that our customers in India will appreciate”

Mr. Rajiv Bajaj, MD Bajaj Auto, said “The launch of the Duke 200 is one of the many steps in Bajaj Auto’s association with KTM over the last five years. Between the Bajaj Pulsar and the KTM Duke we intend to further strengthen our dominant position in the sports motorcycle segment in India. The KTM 200 Duke is meant for people who are young at heart and like to be different”
 

Official KTM Duke 200 Akrapovic Exhaust System ( 30,000 Rs )

This silencer is entered in the vehicle documents: it’s no longer necessary to purchase or carry any other documents. The new Akrapovic Slip-on is therefore the ultimate plug-n-play solution: simply fit it and ride away - without a further thought for tiresome registrations or EC documents. Perfect workmanship and high-quality material, along with a  terrific sound, go one step further towards carving a smile in the face of the rider.

IXIL Full System with Hyperlow XL Dual Exit Silencer KTM Duke 200

Leo Vince GP Style Evo II SS for 2012 KTM Duke 200

2012 KTM Duke 200 Power Parts     

Kiirus Autosports 

A few days ago, Team ICB was the first automotive  publication to run a story about Mumbai based Kiirus Autosports run by Abhishek Mukherjee coming up with an ECU remap for the recently launched KTM Duke 200. Due to the overwhelming response that Kiirus Autosport has received for their remap solutions, Abhishek Mukherjee and team will tour multiple cities of India conducting remap workshops.

 

 

The first city on the agenda is Pune, where Kiirus will be on the 23rd of March, 2012, and apart from the KTM Duke 200, the tuning firm will tune a range of ECUs, including high end luxury cars.  Notably, this ECU remap workshop is a single day event and hence, you need to take prior appointments to get your vehicle’s ECU remapped as entries could be limited. On 26th of March 2012, Kiirus will be at Bangalore.

Abhishek Mukherjee, the owner of Kiirus AutoSports can be contacted on +91-9594060920 or through email: info(at)kiirus(dot)in.

Kiirus has a range of remapping services to suit most Indian cars, from the humble Ford Figos to the sporty and luxurious Jaguars. The remaps that Kiirus delivers are not only said to increase power and torque but are also said to improve fuel economy by 5 to 10%.  Coming back to the KTM Duke 200, for which Kiirus has been the world’s first tuning firm to come up with a remap option, the remap will raise the rev limiter of the motorcycle by 1,200 rpm to 11,700 rpm.

This 1,200 rpm over rev will result in the Duke 200 managing a speedo indicated speed of about 148 Kph, even as the rorty character of the KTM Duke 200 will be retained, along with the motorcycle comfortably hitting the rev limiter in each gear without running out of steam. Kiirus also claims improved power and torque across the rev range along with a slight increase in overall fuel economy to the tune of 5-10%. 

 

KTM DUKE 200 ACCESSORIES

KTM 200

 

 

FLEX CLUTCH LEVER

Suitable for all hydraulic Magura® clutch fittings

 

 

Grip set

 

The KTM 2K (2K= 2 different materials) grip combines the durability of conventional KTM standard grips and the ride comfort of the softer KTM grips. The harder orange material is used on the inside and on the ends of the grips; the softer black material is used on the outside where the hand is in contact with the grip.

 

 

X2 headlight

 

 Adding HID lighting to your KTM has never been easier. We have removed the guesswork for simple plug and play operation. This light includes a 2" spot light for distance and a 4" driving lamp for great peripheral visibility. Non-EFI bikes may also need to install a 55139904000 or 78039904000 stator kit. Not DOT approved, off road use only. A great solution for back country riding or 24 hour races. Orange headlight mask decal 7800890700004 is available.

 

 

 

 

MX handguards

Thanks to splitting of the surfaces, the new handguards provide a lightweight and uncompromising race look in the latest design. They protect your most important "controls" - your hands - even in the most critical situations. Two-component injection moulding technology is employed here for the first time. The black centre section offers maximum strength for optimum protection. The white or orange upper and lower parts are highly flexible and endure even the roughest of treatment without complaint.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ready 2 Race Or "NOT" 

 

 

 

Say Bye 2 Yamaha R15 & Honda CBR 250 

 

 

 

KTM 200 READY 4 IT