Hero Honda Karizma R
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| Manufacturer | Hero Honda |
|---|---|
| Production | 2007-present |
| Class | 200 cc+ |
| Engine | 223cc Air-cooled, four-stroke cycle, single piston, kick start / electric start |
| Power | 17 hp (13 kW) @ 7000 rpm |
| Torque | 18.35 N⋅m (13.53 lb⋅ft) @ 6000 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-Gear |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork, 135 mm travel Rear: Swing arm |
| Brakes | Front: 276/260 mm (disc) Rear: 130/230 mm (Drum/Disc) |
| Wheelbase | 1355 mm |
| Dimensions | L: 2125 mm W: 755 mm H: 1160 mm |
| Weight | 150 kg (wet) |
| Related | Bajaj Pulsar,Yamaha R15 |
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The Hero Honda Karizma is the flagship motorcycle of Hero Honda.It was launched in May 2003 and was replaced by a cosmetic upgrade Karizma R .The bike has been prominently associated with the reality show MTV Roadies It currently retails at Rs 86,502 on-road in mumbai[1]
Design and Styling
A large portion of the Karizma's styling is inspired from Honda VFR800.[2]The instrument panel and the tank recesses are also designed keeping their functionality in mind. The horn has come under frequent criticism for not being loud enough.[3]
Comfort and handling
The seating of Karizma is aimed for a sporty stance which can result in discomfort in long distances[4].Reviews have praised the handling of Karizma as "being easy for novice" ,"impeccable on straights and cornering" and as an "accomplished bike" in ride and handling[5]. However the rear tyre, the handle bar and the foot pegs have been blamed in affecting the handling[6]
Performance and fuel economy
Karizma sports an all aluminum, undersquare engine (bore 65.5 mm* stroke 66.2 mm) running a compression ratio of 9:1. It features a kehlin CV carburettor with a CCVI switch. The top speed is around 125 kmph and the 0-60 kmph is achieved in 3.8 seconds.The karizma is reported to have an overall fuel economy of 40 kmpl, with a best of 54 kmpl and a worst of 28 kmpl.[7][8]
References
- ^ http://www.herohonda.com/karizma/index.html
- ^ http://www.autocarindia.com/new/RoadTestDetails.asp?ID=1010
- ^ http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/As_You_Like_It/The_Karizma_of_cruising/articleshow/2204165.cms
- ^ http://www.overdrive.in/article/Cruise-missiles/page2.html
- ^ http://techwebtoday.com/review/karizma.html
- ^ http://www.bikeindia.in/reviews/shootout/So-just-how-good-is-the-R15-on-the-track-/Post.aspx
- ^ http://www.overdrive.in/article/HERO-HONDA-KARIZMA/page5.html
- ^ http://techwebtoday.com/review/karizma.html
External links
Karizma R official website http://www.herohonda.com/karizma/index.html