
I would personally like an inline 4, but unfortunately, we have only liter and above bikes in that category, which goes out of my budget, I wish Honda would have launched a brand new CB 400 or CBR 400RR. Unfortunately we do not have that option.
My constraints are:
Multi-cyl
INDIAN BILLING only. No imported vehicle
Brand new from the showroom.
Price tag - less than 5.5 to 5.75 Lacs - That's the MAXIMUM I can afford.
The only two options I see is the Kawasaki Ninja 250R and the Hyosung GT 650R. If you know any new upcoming vehicle in this segment and price tag, except the Ninja 650R - i dont like it (Not the zx 6R - I love that one) Kindly post more details here.
Now I know both are completely different, but here is what I am looking for:
1.) Daily use within the city+highway (As I ride to work over the highway)
2.) 1 long ride in two months.
3.) Mileage is not really an issue, but should not be ridiculously low, like below 12.
4.) Should be comfortable - I am used to a sporty riding style, but I have heard that the Hyosung gt 650R gives way too much vibrations. Also the pillion position in the gt 650 r is a little high, ( MY gf hates it :P) but it has a grab rail now.
- In put on that ninja pillion riding position please.5.) Practically usable in the city as well as the highway.
6.) Lights (Hyosung has a projector) - Wow
7.) External styling, Oh man I love the looks of the 650R.
8.) Reliability, the Ninja would gain higher points over this
9.) Built Quality, I think that's better in the ninja
10.) Service back up. Again Ninja (That's what I feel) Input please)
11.) Performance - Hyosung
12.) Handling - no clue haven't ridden the 650
13.) PRICE tag - this is where the ninja takes the cup, but by compromising the performance to 1/3rd
14.) Delivery period. The Hyosung guys aren't sure themselves. Ninja - people input please.
15.) Resale Value.
16.) Bike's response - Throttle response and Braking.
17.) Compatibility with Indian road conditions : My comet GT 250 fork oil seals had completely GONE in just 12000kms.
18.) Parts - Availability.
On the above points please comment . I am very confused. And this will be my bike for the next few years. Please suggest.
Hemank





Any ways, Thanks. cheers

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