All New Hero Maestro–Features,Video Review

The Hero Maestro appears as a sober looking scooter sporting conservative creases on its front apron and vast side panels. The front mudguard is well rounded while the front apron cleanly houses the clear lens indicators. The handlebar shroud features a bold headlamp and the rear view mirrors with two-tone casing lends the front profile a bit of style. The wide instrument panel is easy on eyes as it houses three pods – one each for analogue speedometer, a backlit  LCD information screen and the regular warning lights. On the handlebar section, the palm grips are impressive. Quality of switches and brake levers feel good too. However, the rear brake has a locking clamp which is inconvenient to operate. Maestro is equipped with a shuttered ignition key slot for safety. The setup includes a manual latch which can be pushed to lock the key access even in the absence of the key. This means that even if you forget to close the safety shutter after parking your scooter and you are not carrying the keys, you can still push the latch (which has a one-way movement) to shut the key access manually.

Sit on the scooter and you would instantly realize what the company means by positioning it as the scooter for males.  The flat floorboard is big in size which along with the bag-hook placed below the seat can be used to transport small goods. There is enormous amount of legroom which can easily accommodate taller riders. The glove box does not come as a standard option with the scooter; the Maestro gets the voluminous scooter-typical underseat bay. The vast side panels sport a boldly written ‘Maestro’ and lead to the tail section of the scooter which includes the brake light cluster and stylish rear grabs.

The scooter is powered by a four-stroke, single-cylinder, 109cc engine which generates smooth, vibe-free power. It quickly pulls from the stationery state with refinement and it churns out 8.09bhp at 7500rpm and a peak torque of 0.92kgm at 5500rpm. The transmission is the scooter favoured CVT.

The Maestro deploys dual linked shock absorbers in front and a single shock absorber at the rear. The scooter uses a steel fabricated underbone type chassis with the engine as the stressed member. The ride quality is comfortable with the suspension effectively doing their job. Also, the seat provides soft padding to the rider and the pillion against the road undulations. Braking is via 130mm drum brakes which use Honda’s combi-brake system (CBS).

Features

• Powerful 109cc engine

• Combined Braking System for simultaneous application of front and rear brakes

• Digital Analog Combo Meter Console with Service Due Indicator

• Multi-lever key with Magnetic head and shutter
• Bold trapezoidal multi-focal reflector headlamp and striking front visor
• Combination tail lamp and clear lens winkers

• Comfortable wide seat

• Stylish rear grab rails
• Maintenance free battery
• Viscous Paper Pleated Air Filter
• Large storage space

All New Hero Ignitor 125cc

Pricing for Hero Motocorp’s choice of weapon in the 125cc segment, the Ignitor is out in the open and surprisingly it is priced a tad over its brother from another mother, the Honda CBF Stunner. Priced at Rs. 60,740 (Ex-showroom, Mumbai) for the top-end Self/Disc brake variant, the Ignitor is approximately Rs. 800 costlier than the Honda CBF Stunner, which has been the premium 125cc offering from the Japanese giant. Price for the base variant which comes minus the disc brake upfront is Rs. 58,638 (Ex-showroom, Mumbai). The Indian major had shown the Ignitor early this year at the 2012 Auto Expo fair in New Delhi, and the official launch is expected to be conducted shortly.

Despite the break-up, Hero still has a few Honda-based products in its kitty and the new Hero Ignitor is one of them. Fundamentally the same as the Honda CBF Stunner, the Ignitor gets aesthetic revamp from Hero. Employing identical underpinnings as found on the CBF Stunner and powered by the same trusty Honda 124.77cc ATFT single cylinder air-cooled engine making 11PS of power and 11Nm of torque, the only major factor that sets the Ignitor apart are the cosmetic alterations primarily on the front fairing as well as finer exterior detailing on the new Hero motorcycle. The front fairing gets pseudo air-scoops and the moniker Ignitor emblazoned on the flanks of the front quarter fairing. Edgier and funkier than the one seen on the CBF Stunner the front-end of the Ignitor is complimented by body-coloured rear view mirrors.

The two striking features on the Ignitor are inclusion of a digital speedometer and a kick-starter while the CBF Stunner employs a fully analogue instrument console and does away with the kick-start option. On the inside, while the power numbers are similar between the two motorcycles, the Ignitor makes 11Nm of torque lowdown the range at 5,000rpm, which is 1,500rpm lower than the CBF Stunner’s 11Nm of torque peaking at 6,500rpm. With the torque being made available lower down the rev-range, the Ignitor should have excellent in-town rideability as well as impressive in-gear acceleration.

The power from the engine is transmitted via a 5-speed gearbox with a one-down/four-up shift pattern on the Ignitor. Handling the suspension duties are telescopic forks upfront and twin adjustable shock absorbers on the rear, while stopping power comes from a 240mm disc brake upfront and a 130mm drum brake working on the rear. The 17-inch wheels are shod with tubeless tyres.

All New Hero Impulse

• High torque ATFT engine and high ground clearance for rough terrain riding
• Raised fender and large diameter front wheel with “stud pattern’ type tyres
• Sturdier front suspension with long stroke and large front disc brake for cross country riding
• Nitrox gas-filled mono shock rear suspension
• Straight pull spokes at the rear for touch terrains
• Low maintenance seal endless drive

Engine

Type
Air cooled, 4- stroke single cylinder OHC , Self start

Displacement
149.2cc

Max. Power
9.7 kW (13.2 Ps) @ 7500 rpm

Max. Torque
13.4 N-m @ 5000 rpm

Ingnition
D.C - CDI Ignition System

Transmission & Chassis

Gear box
5 Speed constant mesh

Suspension

Front
Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers

Rear
Swing Arm with Mono Suspension with Nitrox

Brakes

Front Brake
Dia 240 mm Disc

Rear Brake Drum
Internal expanding shoe type (110 mm)

Wheels & Tyres

Tyre Size Front
90 / 90 x 19 - 52 P

Tyre Size Rear
110 / 90 x 17 - 60 P

Electricals

Battery
12 V - 4 Ah, MF Battery

Head Light
12 V - 35 W / 35 W - Halogen Bulb (Multi -Reflector Type)

Tail Stop Lamp
12V - 0.5 W / 4.1 W LED Lamp

Turn Signal Lamp
12 V - 10 W (Amber Bulb) x 4 nos (Multi-Reflector-Clear Lens)

Dimensions

Wheelbase
1360mm

Ground Clearance
245 mm

Fuel Tank Capacity
11.1 Litre (Min) - 2.6 Litre (Usable Reserve)

 

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All New Hero CBZ Extreme

• New digital – Analog combo meter console
• All secure ignition switch with key shutter
• Diamond lustre headlight
• Anti drag fuel tank
• 5 spoke wheels & front and rear disc brakes.
• Prism shell LED tail lamp

Engine

Type
Air cooled, 4 - stroke single cylinder OHC

Displacement
149.2 cc

Max. Power
10.6 kW (14.4 PO@ 8500 rpm)

Max. Torque
12.80 N m @ 6500 rpm

Bore x Stroke
57.3 x 57.8 mm

Carburettor
CV type with carburetor controlled variable ignition

Starting
Self Start

Ingnition
AMI - Advanced Microprocessor Ignition Sy

Transmission & Chassis

Cluch
Multiplate wet

Gear box
5 Speed constant mesh

Chassis Type
Tabular, diamond type

Suspension

Front
Telescopic hydraulic type

Rear
Rectuglar swing arm with 5 step adjustab gas reservior suspension

Brakes

Front Brake
Disc Dia 240 mm

Rear Brake Disc
Disc Dia 220 mm

Rear Brake Drum
Drum internal expanding shoe type (130 mm)

Wheels & Tyres

Rim Size Front
18 x 1.85, 5 Spoke cast wheel

Rim Size Rear
18 x 2.15, 5 Spoke cast wheel

Tyre Size Front
80 / 100 x 18 – 47 P

Tyre Size Rear
100 / 90 x 18 – 56 P

Electricals

Battery
12 V -4 Ah, MF battery

Head Light
12 V -35 WI 35W - Halogen bulb – Trapeze

Tail Stop Lamp
12 V -0.5 WI 4.1W (LED lamps - Clear lens)

Turn Signal Lamp
12 V -21 W (Amber bulb) x 4 nos. (MFR - CI)

Dimensions

Length
2080mm

Width
765mm

Height
1145mm

Wheelbase
1325 mm

Ground Clearance
145 mm

Fuel Tank Capacity
12.1 litre (Min)

Reserve
1.5 litre (Usable reserve)

Kerb Weight
148 kg (Brakes - FR/ RR --> Disc/ Drum)

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The New Hero Honda Hunk 2011

Hero Honda will launch a new Hunk in the highly competitive 150cc Indian motorcycle market. The new Hunk features addition of new features to take on the segment leader Pulsar 150 and the recent entries in the 150cc space. The rear disc will be optional and the bike is expected to be launched in a couple of weeks at a price hike of Rs. 2,000/-.

The 2011 Hero Honda Hunk has the following new features : -

1. New Front Visor
2. Re-designed Front Fender
3. Digital And Analogue Instrument Console
4. Rear Disc Brake
5. Tubeless Tyres
6. Tank Decals
7. New Silencer Muffler
8. LED Tail Lamps

10.Maintenance Free Battery

Design & Styling of New Hero Honda Hunk

The tank shrouds are big and New Hunk’s tank has good knee recess. Similar to some popular international bikes, New Hunk’s telescopic fork is golden in colour. This nicely gels with the 5 spoke black alloy wheels. The gas holder of the rear suspension is also golden. Hero Honda’s New Hunk embraces the contemporary black theme - the handlebar weight, alloy wheels, silencer guard and the grab rail of the New Hunk are painted black.

Engine of New Hero Honda Hunk

New Hunk’s engine is same as the X-Treme’s 4 stroke 150cc engine. It develops 14bhp at 8500rpm of power and 12.8Nm of Torque. Hunk’s 150cc engine is mated with a conventional 5speed gearbox. Similar to the TVS CVTi engine the Hunk’s 150cc engine produces tumble induction for efficient burning which means more efficiency.

Variants of New Hero Honda Hunk

- New Hunk Front & Rear Disc Brake
- New Hunk Front Disc & Rear Drum Brake

New Hero Honda Hunk is available in two variants, one comes with front and rear disc brakes and second one comes with front disc brake and rear drum brake.

Suspension & Electricals of New Hero Honda Hunk

Suspension is through telescopic fork at the front and the rear suspension is a 5 step adjustable gas charged one. New Hunk’s battery is the same 12V-7Ah and the ignition is through AMI(Advanced Microprocessor Ignition).

Instrument Cluster of New Hero Honda Hunk

New Hero Honda Hunk features digital plus analogue instrument cluster which is the latest trend among premium bikes.

Shades Available in New Hero Honda Hunk

- Force Silver
- Ebony Grey (New Shade)
- Blazing Red (New Shade)
- Sports Red
- Bold Brown (New Shade)
- Panther Black

Hero Honda Splendor Pro

Hero Honda India has launched the new bike in its Hero Honda Splendor series – the Hero Honda Splendor Pro. Hero Honda is releasing its new 100 cc bike with electric start and alloy wheels with re designed speedo meter. Altogether style and outlook had been changed with grab handle and side indicator changes. New Splendor pro is BS3 compliant which is another initiative from Hero Honda towards green earth. It is available in 8 different colors.

Hero Honda Splendor Pro Price

Hero Honda Passion Pro is priced at 44,000 which seems to be reasonable price.

Hero Honda Splender Pro Mileage

No words on mileage yet

Hero Honda Splendor Pro bike specifications :

* 100cc Air Cooled, 4 Stroke, OHC engine
* Maximum Power: 7.4 Bhp @ 8000 rpm
* Maximum Torque: 7.95 Nm @ 5000 rpm
* 4 Speed Gears
* Headlamp: 35W/35W Halogen Bulb
* Wheel Type: Alloys
* Multi Plate Wet Clutch
* Dimensions:1970×720x1040 mm
* Wheelbase: 1230 mm
* Wheel Size: 2.75×18 – 2.75×18 mm
* Weight: 109 kg
* Ground Clearance: 159 mm
* Fuel Tank Capacity : 11 ltrs
* Speedometer: Analogue

Adding yet another milestone in the illustrious journey of its iconic motorcycle brand Splendor, Hero Honda Motors Ltd. today launched“Splendor Pro” - the New Generation Splendor with all-new features including Power Start - to further build on its leadership position in the deluxe segment.

The launch of Splendor Pro comes close on the heels of the introduction of the all-new Super Splendor in the market earlier this month, thereby intensifying the company’s launch blitz heading into the festive season. With this launch, the most popular motorcycle brand now comes with “Power Start” - and hence improvements in performance - design toughness and safety - which is certain to appeal to riders who value durability and performance

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Anil Dua, Sr. Vice President (Marketing & Sales), Hero Honda Motors Ltdsaid, “Splendor is the most trusted and popular two-wheeler brand in the industry. Keeping in mind the varied needs of customers, it has been our constant endeavour to innovate in the deluxe category to build a range of Splendor offerings while strengthening the trust of our valued customers. With the all-new Splendor Pro, we have brought in a fresh round of excitement to our customers. This bike re-defines performance, safety, toughness and aesthetics in this segment. We are confident that Spendor Pro will further augment our growth in the deluxe segment.”
“We are also looking forward to maintaining the all-time high monthly sales numbers of the past few months. We have lined up a few more exciting launches in the run-up to the festive season.” He added

Designed with an attention to detail, the Splendor Pro features improvements in technology, design and aesthetics towards ensuring a hassles-free drive for the rider.
Incorporating the New-Gen APDV engine with Advanced Pro-series Digital Variable Ignition System, the new Splendor Pro offers greater power of 7.8 Ps. Combined with improved safety features ranging from toughened steering head for all terrains, and tyres with wider crown for improved handling, the new Splendor Pro delivers on performance and reliability. The bike also features a wide range of aesthetic improvements such as new muffler cover, new refreshed front visor, new handle holder and key design and Tough Silver colour engine cover.

The new Splendor Pro is attractively priced at Rs 39,950/- (spoke drum kick, ex-showroom Delhi) and Rs 41,950/- (spoke drum self, ex-showroom Delhi). It is being made immediately available through Hero Honda’s wide network of over 4200 sales and service points across the country.

Hero Honda’s Splendor brand was introduced in the Indian market in the year 1994 and since then the brand has become a living legend in the motorcycle industry in the country, and indeed across the globe, winning the unwavering trust of the customers. The bike has grown to be synonymous with reliability, performance and value. Since its launch, the Splendor range has been regularly updated to meet customers’ evolving preferences and tastes.

Hero Honda Hunk Review

Today morning I went to the nearest Hero Honda showroom and I got myself a test ride of the new Hero Honda Hunk. Hunk is a 150 cc bike from Hero Honda and costs Rs.55000 (ex-showroom). It has a self start and kick start model.

How does it look?

I was really astonished by the great looks of the Hero Honda Hunk. Stylish and majestic are the first words that anyone would utter from their mouths on the first looks of Hunk. The side skirts (called shoulders by Hero Honda) in the tank is the most noticeable feature of the bike. It is sharp and curved which gives a really good muscular and sporty look. In my opinion it looks better than Pulsar, CBZ or any other bike in the 150 cc range.

The butterfly like head light design looks like the head light of Karizma but, it is slighly smaller in size. While riding the bike I felt that that the doom is slightly smaller compared to the size of the tank, but this does not affect its external appearance.

The alloy wheels look great. Nowadays alloy wheels have become the standard in every bike in the premium segment. The tail portion of the bike looks unique and some may like and some may not.

How does it perform?

When I took the bile out for the test ride, the first thing that I noticed was the responsiveness of the throttle. It is very sensitive and the engine responds even for the slightest twist. Even though it is just 150 cc, the pickup is quite good in comparison to other bikes. The bike does not vibrate until the speeds of 80 kmph, but after that it becomes a little unstable. For Indian riding conditions, most of the time we would be driving the bike only around 60 kmph!

Hunk boasts a 5 speed gear box with the usual 1 down, 4 up gear shift pattern. The clutch is smooth and gears can be shifted with the slightest effort in the foot. The front wheel has a 240 mm disc break and rear wheel has a 130 mm drum breaks. In my opinion it gives enough safety for Indian road conditions.

How does it feel?

The cushioned seats are very comfortable and in my opinion you can use this bike for long distance travel. The handle bar positions and foot rests are ergonomically designed to keep your body comfortable as much as possible.

Hero Honda Hunk is most suited for youngsters, especially college students. The front seat is separated from the back seat by a step and hence it makes a bad choice for a family man to buy it (when he needs to have 2 kids and 1 wife in the same bike!).

How does it stand out?

The bike claims to have a ‘big bike feel’ which is the most sought after feature in the Indian bikes today. It boasts of puncture resistant tires for tough riding. Many bikes  feature ‘gas reservoir suspension’ nowadays and the Hero Honda Hunk is no exception! Gas reservoir suspension claims to give a ’smoother’ ride. Hunk features tumbleflow induction technology which combines air and fuel to give a surge of adrenaline pumping pickup. The bike comes in red, blue, black and silver.

BikeAdvice Overall Rating: 4.75/5

Looks: 4.5/5

Performance: 5/5

Specifications:

Engine: Aircooled single cylinder 4 stroke OHC
Displacement: 149.2 cc
Maximum Power: 10.6 KW (14.4 PS) @ 8500 RPM
Maximal Torque: 12.8 N-m @ 6500 RPM
Gear Box: 5 Speed
Brakes: 240mm Front Disc and 130 mm Rear Drum
Tires: Front: 2.75 x 18 – 42P, Rear: 100/90 x 18 – 56P
Fuel Capacity: 12.4 Litres (+ 2.2 Ltrs Reserve)
Weight: 143 KG

Hero Honda Karizma ZMR Fi

Hero Honda has finally launched the much awaited tourer bike - Karizma ZMR Fi in Indian Market. Karizma ZMR will be sold along with old Karizma model, Hero Honda has decided not to phase out Karizma R and sell both the models side by side. They don't want to end the competition for Apache 180 & Pulsar 220 as Karizma R is priced around Rs. 80,000.

The stance remains the same as the old Karizma which is still considered to be the best touring bike in India with smooth, refined and relaxed Honda engine at the helm. The major and much needed change is addition of programmed fuel injection (PGM-Fi) in the engine. Additionally it also gets disc brake at the rear, gas charged rear shock absorbers, little increase in power and torque. Hero Honda also started giving teaser advertisement on leading TV channels in which they show few glimpses of New ZMR's front fairing, headlight and tail light. And now they have started full commercial of Karizma ZMR featuring Hrithik Roshan. He drives the ZMR through water and dodges few tornados. ZMR looks quite stunning in white shade in the commercial with ZMR sticker in red shade. To view the TV commercial scroll down this review to images and videos section of Karizma ZMR.

Design & Style Of Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

In terms of looks the most visible change is heavy looking full front fairing with a lot of snazzy graphics with 'ZMR' stickers. Though it seems a liitle bit overworked and give Karizma ZMR a plasticky look. The designers at Hero Honda 'R&D' must have been a fan of Suzuki Hayabusa!! As far as new features are concerned the New Karizma ZMR gets all new headlamps with integrated blinkers and new tail lamps which are now LED ones.

The fit and finish is quite good, there are no panel gaps and paint quality is awesome. The rear view mirrors have been mounted on the front fairing a.k.a Yamaha R15, which is the best part of the facelift and it gives Karizma ZMR a very aggressive look if viewed from front. But the main problem is if you view the bike from side - the front doesn't gel with the slim looking rear. Hero Honda should have made the rear end a bit heavy to match it with the heavy front fairing. All in all, New Karizma ZMR looks much better than the outgoing model which started looking very outdated in comparison to the Yamaha R15, Bajaj Pulsar 220, TVS Apache RTR 180 & Honda CBF  Stunner Fi.

Instrument Cluster & Features  Of Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

The Intrument cluster is best looking part in Karizma ZMR. Insert the key and you are greeted with a long scrolling message which ends with "Bon Voyage Fly Safe". The display is now full digital including the tachometer which has been designed in round shape under a horizontal digital display which looks very cool especially at night.

 

The display also shows real time fuel consumption which is very helpful in maintaining good mileage. Other tell n tales include the speedometer, trip meter, fuel indicator, clock and rev counter. The switchgear remains the same and, in true Hero Honda fashion, there is no engine kill switch. The instrument cluster features dual colour illumination - the tachometer is lit in white while the rest gets an orange backlight.

10 New Design Features Of Hero Honda Karizma ZMR:

1. Full Front Fairing
2. Split Clip On Handle Bars
3. Split Rear Grab Rails
4. Mirrors Mounted On The Fairing
5. New Rear Mud Guard 
6. New Headlamp & Tail Lamp Which Is Now LED
7. Rear Disc Brakes
8. Turn Indicators Mounted On Front Fairing
9. New Graphics
10. Slightly Reprofiled Body Work

Engine & Top Speed Of Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

New Karizma ZMR Fi is powered by the same 223cc engine but has been altered by Hero Honda engineers, now it gets fuel injection which has increased the maximum power to 17.6 Bhp at 7000 rpm which is up by 0.6 Bhp and maximum torque has been increased by .15 Nm which is now 18.35 Nm @ 6000 rpm.

Hero Honda has claimed top speed of 126 kmph and 0-60 km in 3.7 seconds in its official brochure but it is still slower than the current fastest bike in this segment - The Pulsar 220, which has top speed of 144 kmph. Also I expected much more power and torque from the altered Fuel Injected engine, Karizma ZMR should have been atleast touching around 20 Bhp with 21-23 Nm torque.

The PGM-Fi system is equipped with a 12 hole fuel injector, 16 bit ECU and 6 high-tech sensors to scan the engine operating parameters like air pressure, air temperature, and engine temperature to ensure the optimum air / fuel ratio under dynamic conditions. An advanced vertical oil cooler provides efficient cooling to the high performance engine and the IACV (Idle air control valve) ensures idle stability and smoothens response to throttle changes.

13 New Technical Features In Hero Honda Karizma ZMR:

1. PGM-Fi: Programmable Fuel Injection 
2. 16 Bit ECU Processor For Rapid Digital Fuel Injection Mapping
3. Oil Cooled Engine
4. 12 Hole Fuel Injector For Better Atomization Of Fuel
5. Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Which Provides Different Fuel Mixtures At Different Temperatures
6. Intake Air Temperature Sensor Which Senses The Intake Air Temp To Determine & Supply The Optimum Air To Fuel Ratio
7. Throttle Position Sensor Which Detects Throttle Opening & Provides Input To The ECU
8. Crank Position Sensor Which Senses The Position & Time At Which Fuel Needs To Be Injected In Relation To Crank Angle
9. Oxygen Sensor Ensures Correct Air Fuel Ratio For The Catalytic Convertor
10. Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
11. Idle Air Control Valve
12. Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
13. Rear Disc Brake

Shades Available In Hero Honda Karizma ZMR

Hero Honda Karizma ZMR Is Available In Following Five Shades:

- Pearl White
- Moon Yellow
- Panther Black
- Sports Red
- Vibrant Blue

In my opinion Karizma ZMR looks best in Blue shade which gives it a bigger and meaner look. In yellow and red shades it looks a bit plasticky and down grade. Hero Honda has also introduced white shade with the launch of Karizma ZMR. The autorised dealers have started taking bookings of New Karizma, I visited a autorised dealer, they said that you can choose a shade and book your bike but the deliveries will start in first week of November.