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  • Blame it on Yamaha Or Wait for the Yamaha ???

    Guys I need ur suggestions for my new bike. I was very happy when I came to know about my new bike. But after some time I got confused and asked myself "DUDE, Congrats for the new bike but which one?"

    My ONLY choices-
    When FZ-16 was launched, I was flattered, Finally A real street bike in India. But after some time FZ-S was launched. And now I've seen the pics of Fazer 150. My father wants me to go for Apache RTR 160 and also I have HH Hunk somewhere in my mind too.

    My needs-
    Extremely good pickup and top speed above 110kmph.
    Must be good for occasionally touring, probably once in every 2 weeks.
    (Mileage doesn't matter to me.)

    My thoughts-
    FZ-16 is a great bike but speedometer looks cluttered. And I've heard about its performance is great in streets and city but not on highway.
    FZ-S has got better colour scheme and better looking speedometer. But don't you think its not as macho as FZ-16? It has a lil bit Indian styling with bright colours and small visor which lacks the real FZ character.
    Apache is obviously more powerful than FZ and my frnd who owns a FZ told me that his bike loses out to Apache in drag race and on highway. But I've heard (and also read Owners experience here) that it has some reliability issues.
    HH Hunk is a nice bike but frankly I don't like Hero Honda Bikes. I don't know why I hate them? I've rode Hunk once and found it too stiff (ride quality) and a bit bulky.
    Last one, The Fazer 150 is looking good in the pics. I would love to own that bike. Yes, It has same features as FZ-16 with a quarter fairing. But I don't think Yamaha will launch this bike with the same speedo and colour schemes as FZ-16.

    My prefernece-
    So tell me guys which one? Should I ignore the speedometer, be satisfied with the available colour, accept whatever top speed it delievers and buy the FZ-16?
    Or should I, cut all these names from my list and start staring pics of Fazer 150 till its official launch?
    I've got this whole month either To wait or To select any one of them.
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    • #3
      If you have decided on the FZ-16, then go for it ... buy it, go on rides and post beautiful photographs here..
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      • #4
        If this month is the max time you can wait... Then you should go for the FZ, as you are somewhat hooked into it. Dont trust the speculations on new launches...

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        • #5
          as you said "I've got this whole month either To wait or To select any one of them" then wait till you find something better , if not go for Fz16
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          • #6
            Originally posted by kurtrules View Post
            If you have decided on the FZ-16, then go for it ... buy it, go on rides and post beautiful photographs here..
            Originally posted by blisteringintelligence View Post
            Then you should go for the FZ, as you are somewhat hooked into it.

            no, i haven't decided on any bike till now and i am not hooked on any bike till now. FZ-16 is my first preference...

            and bro i also want to go for a ride but on which bike???

            Originally posted by niks_devil666 View Post
            then wait till you find something better , if not go for Fz16
            thats the question bro...

            by the way, I want some views (not reviews) of fellow xBHPians out here on FZ-S... that would be much appreciated...
            thanx
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            • #7
              Good pickup and top speed, mileage not an issue, touring twice every month...
              Karizma fits the bill perfectly...have you considered it?
              Also look at the new GSR150....its worth taking a test drive atleast. The rtr is beautiful in city but I dont know about the touring capabilities.

              good luck..
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              • #8
                Why dont you consider the new Pulsar 200?
                It's also a nice looking bike[pain for existing p220 owners] ..but though you can give it a look and yeah Apache 180 is also coming(coming....coming....coming...) which is same with ninja , you havent given your budget.
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                • #9
                  Originally posted by beowulf View Post
                  Good pickup and top speed, mileage not an issue, touring twice every month...
                  Karizma fits the bill perfectly...have you considered it?
                  Also look at the new GSR150....its worth taking a test drive atleast. The rtr is beautiful in city but I dont know about the touring capabilities.
                  Originally posted by haxor View Post
                  Why dont you consider the new Pulsar 200?
                  It's also a nice looking bike[pain for existing p220 owners] ..but though you can give it a look and yeah Apache 180 is also coming(coming....coming....coming...) which is same with ninja , you havent given your budget.
                  thanx for the suggestions
                  but I've already mentioned my ONLY choices...
                  So it would be much better if u guys please consider the bikes which I have in my mind...
                  thanx a lot...
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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by badbikerboy View Post
                    thanx for the suggestions
                    but I've already mentioned my ONLY choices...
                    So it would be much better if u guys please consider the bikes which I have in my mind...
                    thanx a lot...
                    Better wait fro the new Apache rtr 180.Will be launched in this month I hope so.
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                    • #11
                      If you want acceleration and top speed then nothing comes close to RTR
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                      • #12
                        Here's a look at your priorities.
                        > You don't like HH bikes for some reason (which you don't know) So knock off CBZ, Hunk and Karizma.
                        > You say >110 kmph top speed, FZ true max. speed is less than 110 kmph. Speedo may show 120 kmph.
                        > No mention of Uni nor GSR...sack them !
                        > What is left is RTR (your Dad's suggestion) and FZ (your love)

                        Among these two I vote for FZ-16, go for it. FZ has good accln, top speed is less than 110kmph, touring- good but not excellent. Somewhat, logically your easiest choice must be FZ. Go and get it.

                        ps : With needs like you, I would fix my eyes ONLY on Zma !!

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                        • #13
                          I would suggest you to get RTR160Fi and if you can wait then wait for RTR180.
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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by badbikerboy View Post
                            My ONLY choices-
                            When FZ-16 was launched, I was flattered, Finally A real street bike in India. But after some time FZ-S was launched. And now I've seen the pics of Fazer 150. My father wants me to go for Apache RTR 160 and also I have HH Hunk somewhere in my mind too.
                            Unless and until you are too much attracted by the new paint scheme of FZ-S there is no point paying 2K for the same.Same goes for FZ-semi faired version although I guess it looks much better than FZ-S.But performance will definitely take some kind of beating if they go with same heart as that of FZ.

                            In the end its you who have to decide based on your priorities.
                            Last edited by MG; 06-03-2009, 11:06 PM.
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                            • #15
                              @badbikerboy: first of all your need and thoughts does not match.
                              Seeing your needs the list will be like this:
                              1. Zma
                              2. R 15
                              3: RTR.
                              NOW THE CHOICE IS YOURS.
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