The Yamaha R15 is an important motorcycle for the Japanese manufacturer. In India, it also has a high brand appeal. Street bike enthusiasts all over the country have a special place for this bike and have been the main reason for the success.

2018 Yamaha R15 v3 colours

The Yamaha R15 v3 comes in totally new colours. They are only 2 colours on offer right now. These colours make the bike look very appealing.

• Thunder Grey
• Racing Blue

2018 Yamaha R15 v3 features

The new R15 v3 is more efficient than the earlier version because of the delta box frame, slipper clutch and even the new front fairing. Yamaha will be providing a range of new features on the bike and this will be one of the major talking points.

• Led Headlights
• New body panels
• Gear shift Indicator
• Slipper clutch
• Smart engines
• Wider tyres
• Twin headlamp

2018 Yamaha R15 v3 engine and performance

The Yamaha R15 V3 gets an all-new 155cc liquid cooled 4 valve SOHC engine which churns out a class leading 19.3 hp at 10,000 RPM and 14.7 Nm of torque at 8,500 RPM. The engine is fuel injected and features Variable Valve Actuation (VVA), a first in the segment. The clutch is a wet multi-plate unit with slip and assist, while the transmission is a 6-speed manual. The clutch feel is said to be light, helping for quick downshifts. The engine runs at a high compression ratio (11.6:1) which helps to churn out that amount of power.

2018 Yamaha R15 v3 design

The V3 gets a new look as it uses the R- Series Design . This makes it look bigger, bold and stylish than ever. There is the rift headlamp design with a tiny nose. A large windshield is seen here and headlamps have LED lamps along with daytime running LEDs. The bike looks big and mighty but in reality, it sits low.

The fuel tank has sharp lines and a good look. The tail lamps also have LEDs and the blend wheels are body coloured. There are several new colour schemes, but the overall paints are the same. It is the livery that has changed on the new-gen bike. This will help to differentiate it with ease. The fully digital instrument cluster is being offered. There is a gear shift indicator and there is light too for the shift.

2018 Yamaha R15 v3 price and mileage

Yamaha India has finally unveiled the YZF R15 V3 after years of speculations and spotting in India. The motorcycle is priced at Rs. 1,25,000 (ex-showroom Delhi), which is quite competitive for the amount of technology that goes in. The motorcycle would still sell like hot cakes, as India is still a large market for the 150cc category. A top speed can be expected 150 km/hr and gear performance as opposed to top speed.

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Reports by Autocar suggests that the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer is being generous to its customers in a bid to clear out the 2017 stock. It seems that the automaker has a good number of Ninja 300 units made in 2017 and a restricted amount of other models.

Ninja 300, the brand’s entry-level motorcycle with a 296cc displacement had its price brought down to Rs. 3 lakh (ex-showroom) from its original value of Rs. 3.60 lakh after a discount of Rs. 60,000.

The Z1000 and Z1000 R get a discount of Rs. 3 lakh bringing their price down to Rs. 12.10 lakh (ex-showroom) and Rs. 13.10 lakh (ex-showroom) respectively.

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Hero electric photon

Priced right at the edge at almost 49,490 (ex-showroom). Hero electric photon is one of the most popular options when it comes to buying an electric scooter in India. The ride has two modes of driving the power and the eco mode. When on power mode the range ride can provide on a full charge is almost 50km whereas on eco mode the company claims a total of 65km of output on a full charge. The scooter can go up to speeds of 45km/hr which is apt for usual neighbourhood errands.

Avon e-bike

With the trust of one of the oldest bicycle manufacturers in India. This bike was introduced in December 2015 and is sure under the category of less than 50k prices at 20k. The bike runs on a non-maintenance battery and can provide the ride a speed as high as 20km/hr. The ride also has a glove compartment at the back and with a headlamp at the head sure isn’t bad to look at when in one of its two colors silver with red or silver with blue.

Hero electric Maxi

Another model from the hero, this particular e ride is available at a much less price when putting to comparison with the photon from hero itself and is priced at 34.5k (ex-showroom). With a 48V battery and with an average charging time between 7-8 hours the batteries are capable of providing a torque of 0.3 bhp. Weighing almost 75kg the ride sure hasn’t much need of disc brakes over the provided front and rear drum brakes. The ride can provide a top speed of 25km/hr and a driving range of 70km on a full charge.

Indus Yo electron

This e scooter from Indus is pretty much a standard e scooter. Priced at almost 36.5k the ride features a battery with a maximum output power of 750 watts. On a full charge, the scooter can cover a distance up to 70km. With halogen lamp, tube tyres and drum brakes the ride is pretty much good for what it costs and can provide top speeds of almost a 25km/hr.

Palatino Spyker

With the ex-showroom price at 38k the scooter packs in itself a 2W electric motor. The motor has an output power of almost 250W and is a BLDC variant of the motor. The ride has a hefty weight of almost a 230kgs and can charge itself in any time between 6-8 hours span. The battery is a 60V 20Ah. With the hefty weight, the ride also has disc brakes to handle when it comes to need. With alloy wheels the tyres are tubeless. On a full charge, the ride can cover distances as long as 60km which will surely drop to a certain level when talking of being in heavy traffic for long whiles which is something common in today’s metropolitan life. With all the power the scooter can go up to speeds of almost 25Km/Hr.

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About the looks of it

Talking into the changes that it brings to the look, Royal Enfield has done its homework when it comes to improvising the looks. The bike comes in a few bright colors like the blue and orange.

To add some sporty element to the bike the handlebars provided are the straight short ones in kind. This sure does get the rider more upfront, but the footpegs happen to still be in the old variant’s style for the relaxed position.

The tubeless tyres and the rim tapes that match the bike’s color sure add to the looks of it. The seat on the ride is a single piece style. The seat is also embroidered with color that matches that of the ride itself. The small detailing of the kind sure adds to the looks. Although going into details you might come across a few imperfections as well.

The paint job on the fuel tank might not be the smoothest you’d have come across and also the wiring on the ride is exposed at many points which is kind of messy.

The ride itself

The bike is much like the previous variants of it, although to make the ride smoother Royal Enfield adds gas charged shockers to the ride that goes well unnoticed in the quality improvement of the ride.

It is said that the bike seems to be vibrating quite a bit through its initial couple thousand of rpm but the cushioning of the seats seems to manage to cover that throughout the drive.

There have been no changes made to the braking system or tire dimensions either which isn’t bad either.The engine on this ride is powered by the 499cc motor from the Thunderbird 500, which produces 27.2hp and 41.3Nm of torque.

One of the considerable change made to the bike includes the addition of alloy wheels to it. Weighing the same as its predecessor (198kg) the ride produces and overall similar output performance.

Should I go for the new one?

If you wish to be a part of the Royal Enfield community and would want to go for a thunderbird this might be a sweet ride for you if you can live with the few little flaws on this ride.

At Rs 1.98 lakh (ex-showroom, Mumbai) – which is a fair increment, in which you get factory-fitted alloys and tubeless tyres, as well, the new Thunderbird is Rs 7-8,000 more expensive than the regular models you get a ride with a lot richer looks. For all those who own the previous Thunderbird, you might want to hold on to it. Have you tried your hands on new Royal Enfield 500X ? Share your experience with us.

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Since motorcycle prices can vary wildly, I am going to give you a list of top five racing bikes in India under the price of 10 lakh.

Harley Davidson Street Rod

The Street Rod has a re-worked engine and better braking from its twin, Street 750. It looks nothing like the Street 750, with the seating more designed like a street bike. The chassis has been reworked to change it from a lazy cruiser to a street bike with a sporty look and gives the rider a race-track-like experience. The engine revs about 9000rpm to provide an output power of 68bhp and torque of 64Nm. The 750cc V-twin uses twin-port fuel injection now. This bike is easy to lean on when there are turns, and its stability is excellent. It is available in three colors; olive gold, charcoal denim, vivid black.

Price- 5.86 lakh

BMW G 310 GS

This bike has a robust design specifically meant to give the rider an adventure-filled experience whether you are riding it to work or college. It will make people turn their heads to its high-quality design elements that are highlighted from the GS look. The one-cylinder, 4-stroke engine configuration is ensured to give 313ccm and a power of 34hp at 9500rpm. The chassis has a tubular steel frame with a bolted rear frame.

Expected Price- 3 lakh

Honda CBR650F 2017

Honda’s updated CBR 650 F is BS-IV compliant, and also gets a plethora of upgrades over the older model. It uses a 649cc in-line four cylinder engine that is capable of producing a maximum power of 90bhp at 11000rpm and peak torque of 60.5Nm at 8500rpm. Its engine is mated to a six-speed gearbox that comes with a Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) system for its four throttle body sensors. The engine is capable of thrusting from 0 to 100kmph in under four seconds. The main attraction of this bike is its minimalistic look.

Price- 7.3 lakh

Kawasaki Z900 ABS

The 948cc, 4-stroke in-line four engine produces a power of 124bhp with peak torque of 100Nm at 7700rpm. Its silky smooth power delivery facilitates control which in turn gives the rider complete comfort and makes it manageable. The chassis is lightweight and weighs 13.5kg. The new gear ratios are likely to offer better mid-range and top end to give you the best of both worlds.

Price- 8.14 lakh

Ducati Scrambler Café Racer

Its two valves per cylinder, L-twin air-cooled engine produces a power of 73hp at 8250rpm and a torque of 67Nm at 5750rpm. The engine is tuned so that the rider can experience its street riding potential. Its chassis is a tubular steel Trellis frame. The Café Racer is available in black coffee color and is designed to remind you of the Rockers who once sped through the streets of the English capital.

Price- 8.28 lakh

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And if you’re looking for a bike that is good enough to satiate your need for speed while at the same time is easy on the pocket and easy to drive around in the traffic of our cities, then this is just the blog for you. Here I am about to provide you a list of five bikes that are deemed the hottest purchase in the current market trend.

KTM 200 Duke

The Duke is a bike that has everything going for it- from its design to its performance, and the best part may just be the price. Once you find yourself looking at this beauty, you can’t look the other way. This high revving, quick bike is agile and easy to control because of its light body (weight 148 kg).

Royal Enfield Himalayan

This bike is the perfect travel partner for a solo trip to the mountains and probably the best bet if you are looking for an adventure on a budget. It comes with sturdy off-road underpinnings and an accessible 411cc motor that is high on torque. With a grounded stance, terrain tested suspension, dual-purpose tires that enable you to enjoy any territory means the Himalayan can handle any on the road or off-road environments. The Himalayan is the only bike by Royal Enfield that is not a thumper, but that doesn’t make it any less appealing.

Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220

The Cruise 220 gets styling cues that are true to its name, with a new handlebar and white hue head-lamps for better visibility during night rides. Its slightly higher handlebar offers a more relaxed riding posture for longer distances. So if you want people to turn their attention to you when you’re on the road, this is the bike for you. It has an excellent engine performance and gearbox engine performance: throttle response is crisp. This bike is definitely worth the money.

Royal Enfield Classic 350

The Classic 350 is an amalgamation of modern-day appeal and vintage charm. This bike is the exact reason why the term ‘thumper’ was instantly popular among the masses. If it isn’t the looks that make people turn, the distinct sound of the thump sure will. Once you’ve ridden an Enfield, you’ll be ruined for any other bike; the experience is truly a privilege.

TVS Apache RR 310

The RR 310 is the first fully-faired sports bike that has been introduced by TVS. The ‘RR’ in its name stands for Race Replica and it sure does provide a comfortable riding geometry. The large fuel tank, uplifted rear fender, and the stylish tail lamps come together to craft a striking look for the bike.

Now that you’ve read my blog, you know which bikes are on trend currently so buying one shouldn’t be a hard task.

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This is one of the sports bikes that are supposed to be sold in India from 2018. The bike is expected to be worth between INR 4 lakh and INR 4.2 lakh and it is supposed to be launched anytime between June and November next year. This bike is perfect for people who want to take up motorbiking as an integral part of their lifestyles. Kawasaki Ninja 400 has recently been introduced by Kawasaki, one of the top makers of these vehicles in the world in Tokyo. It is supposed to take the place of Ninja 300 and would have some of the high tech gadgetry that you saw on that bike as well.

KTM 390 Adventure

KTM 390 Adventure is supposed to be launched between February and May 2018 and is expected to be worth somewhere between INR 2.2 lakh and INR 2.4 lakh. In fact, KTM India is also looking to introduce this absolutely new series in India by the end of 2017 itself. It is based very much on Duke 390, which can justifiably be called its closest sibling. It is expected to be highly liked by people who prefer the adrenaline rush associated with adventure. Riding this bike is sure to be fun.

Honda XRE-300

Honda XRE-300 is expected to be worth anywhere between INR 1.60 lakh and INR 1.80 lakh. It would be launched in India between April and July next year. There were plenty of rumors that suggested that Honda was going to launch a 300 cc adventure motorbike in India and from the looks of it, it can be said for sure that the rumor mill was not wrong all this time. This is basically an entry-level adventure bike – the product to be launched in India is supposed to have the same features as those to be launched in other countries.

Kawasaki Z250 SL

Kawasaki Z250 SL is supposed to be worth between INR 2.5 lakh to INR 3 lakh. It would be launched in India between September and December 2018. This bike can already be bought in Indonesia. This one does not have the twin cylinder that you have in case of Z250. It is also expected to be a lot less expensive than that one. The abbreviation SL represents sports lightweight. The bike is supposed to be fitted with a 249 cc, parallel twin, 4-stroke, mono cylinder, liquid cooled and double overhead cam (DOHC) engine.

Honda CBR 500R

Honda CBR 500R would be worth between INR 4 lakh and INR 5 lakh. It is supposed to be launched between January and March 2018. This sports bike can be called a middleweight one. It was shown for the first time in the 2014 Delhi Auto Expo. As such the bike happens to be compact and light. Its chassis is responsive and its wheelbase is short as well. Compared to the other bikes in this segment, it looks bigger. The bike possesses an aggressive stance and has a muscular look as well.

Honda CBR 300R

Honda CBR 300R is expected to be worth between INR 2 lakh and INR 2.5 lakh. It would be launched sometime between January and March 2018. This is one of the newest products being offered by this globally renowned maker of bikes. The bike is narrow, flickable, and light. The bike also offers great fuel economy. It has a wide power band that provides it an immense amount of power. It also helps that the power band is really user-friendly. In case you thought that Honda CBR 250R was good this one is expected to be great.

MV Augusta F3 675

MV Augusta F3 675 is expected to be worth between INR 13 lakh and INR 15 lakh. It will be available in India by March 2018. The bike comes with a style that catches on almost immediately, its chassis is high tech, and it also has a detailed list of electronic features. They make the bike a lot safer and improve its performance by leaps and bounds. As such, it is expected that bikers would have plenty of expectations from the same. The new exclusive look and the promise of a thrilling ride are supposed to make this one a hot favorite.

MV Augusta F4 R

MV Augusta F4 R is expected to be worth between INR 26 lakhs and INR 27 lakh. It is supposed to be available in India between September and December 2018. MV Augusta is one of the most well-known makers of bikes out there. It enjoys a substantial fan following all around the world. In 2018 it is supposed to come to the Indian shores with a wonderful collection of bikes that would be led by F4 R. This one happens to be a newly launched version of F4 R.

Yamaha YZF R15 V3

Of late there have been a few sightings of Yamaha YZF R15 V3 being test driven on roads in India. The bike is expected to be launched in 2018 and there is plenty of expectation regarding the bike. All this means that the bar has been set really high as far as this bike is concerned. A number of pictures of this bike have gone viral on the internet and from them, it is expected that one of the shades in which this bike would be sold in India is blue. The bike has a big riding seat as well.

Honda NXR 160

Honda NXR 160 would be worth somewhere between INR 80,000 and INR 90,000. It will be introduced in India between January and April 2018. Honda had shown a number of bikes at the 2014 Delhi Auto Expo and this was one of them as well. Of late, Honda has sold a number of bikes in India but Impulse, a 150 cc bike, has been the standout. The bike has been immensely popular – in fact that is an understatement. This bike, like others made by Honda, features the high-class technology that Honda is famous for.

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The Stylish KTM 390 Duke

KTM 390 Duke has a 373.2 cc engine and its minimum price is INR 234,900. As far as qualities such as value for money and performance are concerned this bike has set the bar at a higher level. It has performed so well that it has put a number of bikes in the four-cylinder engine category in shade.

No matter what price you pay for it you can be rest assured that you are choosing the best! This is especially true in case if you are looking for that Molotov cocktail of performance and looks. The engine just so happens to be a single-cylinder liquid cooled one.

The Dependable Bajaj Pulsar NS200

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 has a 199.5 cc engine and is worth a minimum INR 93,457. This one happens to be the first bike to have been designed on the KTM platform and as such happens to be one of the first proper street bikes as well. This is the reason it is in direct competition with KTM Duke 200.

It also happens to be the first bike of its kind – one with a liquid cooled engine that is – to have been made by Bajaj. The engine also happens to be a single cylinder one.

The Powerful KTM 250 Duke

KTM 250 Duke has a 248.76 cc engine and is worth more than INR 181,780. It’s one of the newest entrants in the street bikes segment. In fact, a lot of youngsters have taken a shine to the bike because of the way in which it’s been priced. The design language of this bike is a lot similar to that of KTM 390 Duke, which happens to be a new bike in this segment as well.

The bike’s equipped with a single cylinder and liquid cooled engine. It is capable of making 30 BHP (brake horsepower) and 24 Nm (Newton meter) torque.

Yamaha FZ25 – The Designer One

Yamaha FZ25 comes with a 249 cc engine and its minimum price is INR 125,160. As far as the 250 cc segment is concerned it happens to be one of the new entrants. Its looks are pretty same as that of FZ-16. However, if you take a close look then you would surely find some differences over there.

The headlight designs are different as are the exhausts and the front cowl. The engine is a single cylinder and air-cooled one. It can produce 20 BHP power and 20 Nm torque.

The Competitive TVS Apache RTR 200 4V

TVS Apache RTR 200 4V has a 197.75 cc engine and its minimum price is INR 88,300. As far as the TVS brand is concerned this one is going to be the performance-oriented street bike. In fact, it is the latest addition in this particular segment for the brand as well.

From a style point of view, it has got some features that help it stand out from the others of its own kind. Its price can also be described to be quite competitive. It is a single engine cylinder that can be cooled by oil and air. The bike also has a 5-speed gearbox.

The Expensive Bajaj Dominar 400

Bajaj Dominar 400 has a 373.3 cc engine and is worth INR 144,409 at the very least. In fact, it is one of the newest kids on the block and can easily be called the flagship product of the manufacturer based out of Pune. Its basic platform is the same as that of KTM Duke 390. However, it has been tuned in such a way that it would be better for touring rather than straight out performance as such. The engine is a single cylinder liquid cooled one.

Apart from these, you can choose Kawasaki Z250, Benelli TNT 300, and Royal Enfield Classic 350.

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At present, it’s offering 13 motorcycles across the country and has 20 main dealerships. The main models of this brand that you all can buy in India are Street 750, Iron 883, 1200 Custom, Forty-Eight, Roadster, and Street Bob. It also has some other well-known models such as Fat Bob, Fat Boy, Heritage Softail Classic, Road King, Street Glide Special, Road Glide Special, and CVO Limited.

Indian Motorcycles

Now, don’t you be fooled by this name! It might say Indian Motorcycles but it’s based in the USA. It also happens to be one of the most instantly recognizable brands the world over. It was in 1901 when the company made its first motorbike. The company got into the Indian market in 2013 and right now it is selling 9 models over here. They may be enumerated as below:

• Scout sixty
• Scout
• Chief Dark Horse
• Chief Classic
• Chief Vintage
• Springfield
• Chieftain Dark Horse
• Chieftain
• Roadmaster

It needs to be said over here that the Roadmaster is a freakin’ big bike.

Triumph

Triumph can be called an all-rounder of sorts because it makes various kinds of motorbikes such as retro classics, ADVs, naked sports bikes, cruisers, and faired sports bikes. As far as its cruisers in India are concerned the most prominent names would be Thunderbird, Rocket III, and Thunderbird LT (Light Touring). It’s said that both Thunderbird and Thunderbird LT have been fitted with the largest parallel twin engines in the world. The engine measures 1699 cc. Rocket III’s said to have the largest capacity producing engine at 2294 cc. The company kicked off its operations in India in 2013. Ever since, it’s become immensely popular as well.

Royal Enfield

Royal Enfield happens to be one of the most loved brands of motorbikes in India. It has been selling in the country for a really long time. As such, it’s always had a clear idea of what the long distance riders in India might want from their bikes. As far as product portfolio is concerned the one of Royal Enfield is an enviable one indeed. In fact, now it has also started to export its products to other countries and started settin’ up showrooms over there as well. Its most popular cruiser bikes are Classic350, Classic 500 ,Thunderbird 350 and Thunderbird 500.

Ducati

Ducati’s one brand that’s known more for its red-hot sexy beasts! However, Diavel happens to be a sports cruiser bike in essence. Its looks are a bit quirky and its engine is damn strong as well. In fact, it’s the perfect bike if you’d like to think that way. It’s also sure to give ya extreme comfort in riding and some quick-fire performance to boot. However, if ya can wait then ya might also be able to buy one of them XDiavel bikes as well.

Suzuki

As far as the cruiser game’s concerned the bike-makers from Japan shouldn’t be counted out of contention altogether, ya know. One of the best cruiser bikes of Suzuki is Intruder. It comes in two main varieties – 800 cc and 1800 cc. In both the cases the engines happen to be smooth from within – the kind that ya normally associate with bikes made in Japan. They happen to be liquid cooled too.

Yamaha

Yamaha is also one of the Japanese bike makers that have got a cruiser of their own – Vmax. The bike happens to be shaft driven and comes with a 1700 cc engine as well. The terms shaft driven would indicate that a shaft is used by the engine in order to get power across to the back wheel. It can be bought in all the metros of India.

Apart from all these options, you can also choose the cruiser bikes made by Hyosung and Bajaj. In fact, Hyosung has three bikes from which you can choose – Aquila Pro, ST7, and Aquila 250.

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The scooter has been designed in such a way that it can be used conveniently in an urban setting. The scooter would be sold in Europe from some point in 2018. Piaggio has still not said anything about whether it will launch the scooter in India.

Details on the scooter

The scooter is expected to have a TFT (thin film transistor) screen that will measure 4.3 inches and come with various multimedia options. It will be able to consistently produce power in the range of 2.7 BHP (brake horsepower) and would be able to get up to 5.4 BHP at the most.

Piaggio has further stated that the bike would be operating in complete silence. If you buy the X variant you would get a generator along with the electric motor. This would help you get twice the range that the makers are claiming to provide.

Elettrica would get its power from a lithium-ion battery that is light and it would run 1000 cycles at the very least. This means that with one battery you would be able to drive at least 50,000 to 70,000 km.

The scooter comes in a couple of riding modes – Power and Eco. In the Eco mode, you would not get top speeds in excess of 30 kilometers per hour (KMPH).

Some more information

The design of this bike is a lot similar to the scooter design used normally by Vespa. The scooter also has a multimedia system that allows you to pair a Bluetooth headset, as well as your smartphone, to the scooter.

The dashboard provides you plenty of information too and it comes with a number of interactive options. This includes notifications pertaining to incoming messages and calls.

The dashboard also tells you about the speed you are going at, the battery charge that remains, and the residual range.

It is pretty easy to operate the multimedia system – you have a joystick that can be accessed quite easily and is there on the right handlebar.

If you connect your smartphone to the scooter you would be able to use a headphone and operate it by way of voice commands. The scooter will be coming in seven colors. There will also be plenty of accessories to choose from in this case.

In this day and age when fossil fuels such as petroleum and coal are coming to an end and their unabashed abuse has led to environmental pollution of such potentially catastrophic proportions, it is highly important that vehicles such as these are promoted and used to a greater extent.

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