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arun.manuel14 · 08-29-2011, 10:37 PM

Hey guys , I'm new here . I'm planning on buying a bike by the end of September and I need some advice . As of now I'm inclined towards the New R15 but waiting for its official release .
I'll be riding about 20-25kms a day(To and fro for college) . I don't mind a sporty riding posture I've ridden a friend's r15 and loved it .
I'm not very particular about the mileage but I need atleast 30kmpl .
Also I'll be keeping this bike for atleast 4 years so I need something that'll remain consistent for the time period . Something that wont trouble me for a long time.
Vibrations is a big NO . Also Im not a very experienced rider , I ride my friend's bikes once in a while (I'm not bad either )
So should I go for the New R15 or Old R15 or Apache 180ABS or soemthing else?
Budget is around <1.25l

Thanks in advance!

Noor · 09-01-2011, 04:15 PM

Thread approved and merged

saipranav · 09-01-2011, 06:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arun.manuel14

Hey guys , I'm new here . I'm planning on buying a bike by the end of September and I need some advice . As of now I'm inclined towards the New R15 but waiting for its official release .
I'll be riding about 20-25kms a day(To and fro for college) . I don't mind a sporty riding posture I've ridden a friend's r15 and loved it .
I'm not very particular about the mileage but I need atleast 30kmpl .
Also I'll be keeping this bike for atleast 4 years so I need something that'll remain consistent for the time period . Something that wont trouble me for a long time.
Vibrations is a big NO . Also Im not a very experienced rider , I ride my friend's bikes once in a while (I'm not bad either )
So should I go for the New R15 or Old R15 or Apache 180ABS or soemthing else?
Budget is around <1.25l

Thanks in advance!

Test ride an well maintained rtr abs, try concentrating on the vibes... use a helmet... if you are irritated... dont consider it, test ride new r15 also... if you are planning to have a pillion rider regularly, r15 is out of question :P ... or else it is a very good option, i'm also hearing about next gen pulsars and new apaches... look out for them, if they come in september,i have a feeling ktm200 is gonna come this month... you can consider them also...

shivank · 09-01-2011, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arun.manuel14

Hey guys , I'm new here . I'm planning on buying a bike by the end of September and I need some advice . As of now I'm inclined towards the New R15 but waiting for its official release .
I'll be riding about 20-25kms a day(To and fro for college) . I don't mind a sporty riding posture I've ridden a friend's r15 and loved it .
I'm not very particular about the mileage but I need atleast 30kmpl .
Also I'll be keeping this bike for atleast 4 years so I need something that'll remain consistent for the time period . Something that wont trouble me for a long time.
Vibrations is a big NO . Also Im not a very experienced rider , I ride my friend's bikes once in a while (I'm not bad either )
So should I go for the New R15 or Old R15 or Apache 180ABS or soemthing else?
Budget is around <1.25l

Thanks in advance!

Considering the statement in bolds, the RTR is a big NO for you.

Also, 99% of your post talks about R15 and only 1 % about RTR.

You have already made your mind, go with the R15 V 2.0!

sharingan · 09-02-2011, 08:29 AM

The R15 is the best handling machine in your options. no vibes, feels safe at any speeds. the cons of r15: bad to ride with pillion, especially if the pillion is heavier that you. less initial torque making it uncomfortable for heavy traffic.

eliksir · 09-02-2011, 08:56 AM

R15 all the way

arun.manuel14 · 09-02-2011, 10:25 AM

Thanks guys , I've taken all your advice into consideration and I'll make a decision soon .

About pillion rider , Can the new R15 even take a pillion a rider who is heavy?!

Nishchal_Hellfreezerider · 09-04-2011, 11:43 PM

Dude....I think You Should Go For Apache RTR 180 ABS..... I own one! Its just Awsome.... Best Handling, Best Pick-Up, Good Racing Aerodynamic Body and Now its Loaded wid ABS which makes it the best xtra braking power machine!!!!!

View Poll Results: Which bike to go for?
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YAMAHA YZF R15	68	66.67%
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08-29-2011, 10:37 PM	#141 (permalink)
arun.manuel14 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 14	R15/Apache 180? Hey guys , I'm new here . I'm planning on buying a bike by the end of September and I need some advice . As of now I'm inclined towards the New R15 but waiting for its official release . I'll be riding about 20-25kms a day(To and fro for college) . I don't mind a sporty riding posture I've ridden a friend's r15 and loved it . I'm not very particular about the mileage but I need atleast 30kmpl . Also I'll be keeping this bike for atleast 4 years so I need something that'll remain consistent for the time period . Something that wont trouble me for a long time. Vibrations is a big NO . Also Im not a very experienced rider , I ride my friend's bikes once in a while (I'm not bad either ) So should I go for the New R15 or Old R15 or Apache 180ABS or soemthing else? Budget is around <1.25l Thanks in advance!

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09-02-2011, 08:56 AM	#146 (permalink)
eliksir Elixir of life Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Calicut Posts: 673	R15 all the way __________________ CRAP Blog

09-04-2011, 11:43 PM	#148 (permalink)
Nishchal_Hellfreezerider Godlike! Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 20	Dude....I think You Should Go For Apache RTR 180 ABS..... I own one! Its just Awsome.... Best Handling, Best Pick-Up, Good Racing Aerodynamic Body and Now its Loaded wid ABS which makes it the best xtra braking power machine!!!!! __________________ NiShChAl ShArMa ®™

09-02-2011, 08:29 AM	#145 (permalink)
sharingan I dont race, its just my bike... Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 129	The R15 is the best handling machine in your options. no vibes, feels safe at any speeds. the cons of r15: bad to ride with pillion, especially if the pillion is heavier that you. less initial torque making it uncomfortable for heavy traffic.

09-02-2011, 10:25 AM	#147 (permalink)
arun.manuel14 Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 14	Thanks guys , I've taken all your advice into consideration and I'll make a decision soon . About pillion rider , Can the new R15 even take a pillion a rider who is heavy?!

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