warrior047

Friends,
This is a great forum. I have also decided to buy a bike. Have been planning since a long time but now its high time for me to do so!
I am around 5 Ft 9" & 80 Kg approx. My budget might vary according to the requirements. Anything less than 70k is fine provided it fits extremely well into my requirement.

My requirement:

Should give very good mileage if not excellent (Expecting min 55-60 consistently)
I am compromising above for some good looks as well and not just an ordinary commuter.
Also looking for a resale value after 5 yrs (This is not that imp though)
Most importantly, it should be of low maintenance & highly reliable engine like my current 2001 model splendor!
Bike shouldn't be that heavy as am afraid I can't handle them especially, when I try to put a centre stand
The overall feel of bike should be a perfect balance and not "larger than meets the eye" appeal.


I have ruled out the below already:

Stunner
Shine (I know this is good bike but can't bear it anymore, IMO. No offense to any owners pls)
Passion & passion pro
SS125 (I know its superb, but some how didn't like the design)
Super Splendor (For being an ordinary looking bike)
No Bajaj Bikes please (Had some bad exp for my frinds and I personally don't really like them inspite of their excellent mileage)

Bearing the above,

Does it make sense I see in 125 cc only? If so, can i check out new HH glamor? I think slingshot is as good as this.
I am also liking unicorn but it doesn't have any latest goodies as other bikes and its still 70k when others are giving extras as well as the same quality. Still I might prefer it provided it gives a good mileage.

I always maintain 40-60 speed.

Noor

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princesirohi

you have already ruled out most of the bikes.

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warrior047

Ha yes
But still we have some options and I need you guys help in that!

Wanted DoA

Welcome to XBHB! my comments are in bold.

So bikes you should tryout are SS125, SZ, Discover 150 and Pulsar135. Test ride and find what fits you best

My bet is on P135

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eliksir

guess the SZ-X or SZ-R is the only thing that suits your requirements and haven't been ruled out.
The Unicorn/Dazzler are also worth considering even though they overshoot your budget by a couple of grands

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You have already ruled out most of the options!! well the remaining ones for you are Suzuki GS150R/ Yamaha SZ series/Honda Dazzler

I think you can go for GS150R, gives sedate performance and many claim mileage above 50, though this is marginal compromise compared to the expected mileage, it has all the goodies you expect from a bike. Same is the case with Dazzler, it will also give you a mileage of 50 and has all the goodies you look for in a bike. While the Yamaha SZ is not at the same level, but it lacks in goodies too.

But do consider SS125/P135LS, they suit your requirements in the best possible manner. P135LS is the best VFM machine available out there, i've had a good experience for 10 months with this bike. I'll surely recommend this.

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vipin_s

55-60 kmpl ?
You are 80 kilos, so 150cc is the best bet, in 150cc the best mileage is given by GSR, else you can go for evergreen UNICORN

Echoes

Mine is a separate query but with the similar subject that's y i dint opt for a separate thread(yes im a conservationist) but first of all i would like to thank all the xbhpians including the mods of this site for setting up such an awesome database which is interactive as well as informative. in past couple of days i have gained loads of useful infos and keen insights about biking for which im really grateful. I realized that my knowledge about bikes a few days ago was nothing more than the fact that it has 2 wheels

Now the query. Well im buying a bike in 150CC segment in about a week or so, and i have zeroed upon Yamaha FZ16. i have read all what i could about the bike, the pros and the cons. i know mileage is not its forte but im fine with it as im limited to city driving.
a few things which i am worried about include :-

1. Bends in rear tyre rim and the quality of rear tyre, have heard that its not tops and gives lot of headache.

2. Credibility of tubeless tyre, i mean are they really hassle free just like they are advertized coz i have read just the opposite.

3. Resale value if any?

4. and since im buying this bike from SETCO YAMAHA, Patel Nagar, Delhi, a little bit about their after sales services and customer care will be really helpful

Looking forward to some helpful thots against my first post

Cheers

revvhard

The quality of the rear tire is decent.
the tyre is prone to punctures if used offroad...shudnt be a problem for you as u need it only for city riding
resale value of FZ or for that case any yamaha bike is very good....if mileage is not a problem then go for it...