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  • #14926
    Re: Karizma/Karizma R

    Originally posted by ashwinprakas View Post
    If you're interested i can send you a few pics which i've collected of Malcom's bikes.
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    Avoid putting your personal contact numbers on a public forum. PM the required members instead.
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    • #14927
      Re: Karizma/Karizma R

      Hello Karizma owners,

      I am Ankit from Lucknow and avid tourer.For last 6 years I am riding Honda Unicorn and toured alot on my Uni, my steed never ever let me down.Yesterday,I sold my steed as I have clocked more than 1 lac Kms on it and booked Karizma-R which I'll be getting delivery on monday.I am little bit confused as most of the people suggesting for ZMR as ZMA will not be in production in comming time.I dont like ZMR for its full fairing and no kick starter.I can stretch my budget for ZMR but ZMR will not be good choice for touring in off road type conditions.
      Are spare parts ( consumables )of ZMA easily available?
      Peformance of ZMA in off road conditions, specifically chassis stiffness, front and rear suspension performance, ground clearance issues etc?
      Mileage of ZMA if I dont ride above 80Km/hr and mielage on hills?
      Any specific common issue related to ZMA engine?
      Most imp- Hero brand ZMA is as reliable as older Honda brand, I mean hero brand engine having same detuned CRF230 engine?

      Please help.

      Regards,
      Ankit

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      • #14928
        Re: Karizma/Karizma R

        Originally posted by ankit.traveller View Post
        Hello Karizma owners,

        I am Ankit from Lucknow and avid tourer.For last 6 years I am riding Honda Unicorn and toured alot on my Uni, my steed never ever let me down.Yesterday,I sold my steed as I have clocked more than 1 lac Kms on it and booked Karizma-R which I'll be getting delivery on monday.I am little bit confused as most of the people suggesting for ZMR as ZMA will not be in production in comming time.I dont like ZMR for its full fairing and no kick starter.I can stretch my budget for ZMR but ZMR will not be good choice for touring in off road type conditions.
        Are spare parts ( consumables )of ZMA easily available?
        Peformance of ZMA in off road conditions, specifically chassis stiffness, front and rear suspension performance, ground clearance issues etc?
        Mileage of ZMA if I dont ride above 80Km/hr and mielage on hills?
        Any specific common issue related to ZMA engine?
        Most imp- Hero brand ZMA is as reliable as older Honda brand, I mean hero brand engine having same detuned CRF230 engine?

        Please help.

        Regards,
        Ankit
        The Hero ZMA is same as Hero Honda ZMA
        ZMA and ZMR are more or less similar except MPFI and cosmetic mods. The ZMR is heavier. I think by choosing ZMA you have not done anything wrong.
        The spares would be available even if its stopped, there are no plans to stop as such.
        ZMR will give you more mileage though, zma around 35 , zmr may be 40

        Just swap rear tyre to pirelli when you get bike...
        M3:15

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        • #14929
          Re: Karizma/Karizma R

          Originally posted by worrisomebear View Post
          The Hero ZMA is same as Hero Honda ZMA
          ZMA and ZMR are more or less similar except MPFI and cosmetic mods. The ZMR is heavier. I think by choosing ZMA you have not done anything wrong.
          The spares would be available even if its stopped, there are no plans to stop as such.
          ZMR will give you more mileage though, zma around 35 , zmr may be 40

          Just swap rear tyre to pirelli when you get bike...
          Thanks bro for your reply.What about suspension performance of ZMA on bad roads, heard that ZMAs suspension set up is too soft for off roading and bike used to kiss road on big potholes ( GC issue)?

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          • #14930
            Re: Karizma/Karizma R

            Originally posted by ankit.traveller View Post
            Thanks bro for your reply.What about suspension performance of ZMA on bad roads, heard that ZMAs suspension set up is too soft for off roading and bike used to kiss road on big potholes ( GC issue)?
            There is nothnig to worry Ankit everything is fine with ZMA, if there wereissues people wouldnt take zma to laddak!

            You get a good helmet, good gear and rear tyre

            which color you booked?
            M3:15

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            • #14931
              Re: Karizma/Karizma R

              Originally posted by worrisomebear View Post
              There is nothnig to worry Ankit everything is fine with ZMA, if there wereissues people wouldnt take zma to laddak!

              You get a good helmet, good gear and rear tyre

              which color you booked?
              Thanks dear...booked black color and yes I have got all riding gears.
              Any other accessory for ZMA related to touring which I should buy?
              Any thing to look for at delivvery time?

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              • #14932
                Re: Karizma/Karizma R

                Originally posted by ankit.traveller View Post
                Thanks dear...booked black color and yes I have got all riding gears.
                Any other accessory for ZMA related to touring which I should buy?
                Any thing to look for at delivvery time?
                thats great.

                Just swap the tyre asap, you will get good value back on new mrf.. keep front as it is..

                rest just check for scratches, take logbook, toolkit and others
                M3:15

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                • #14933
                  Re: Karizma/Karizma R

                  Originally posted by ankit.traveller View Post
                  Thanks bro for your reply.What about suspension performance of ZMA on bad roads, heard that ZMAs suspension set up is too soft for off roading and bike used to kiss road on big potholes ( GC issue)?
                  The ZMA-R still has the Honda engine,(though with Indian Barrel & Piston) with imported Carb and self starter motor...the Alloy wheels are Enkei who are trusted throughout the world....
                  If you hit pot holes at high speeds, the front mud guard will hit the Number plate..
                  I bought a pre-owned ZMA with 21 k Kms on odo and it was as good as new,and remains so till date at 29 K Kms..
                  The only down side with ZMA/ZMR is.... it is boring...cruising at 110 kmph will get boring after some time,since there is no wild vibes, or wavering...Even at those speeds, the ZMA/ZMR is planted on the tarmac, has control and engine sounds sweet, and you have every chance of falling asleep...and you will get addicted to it's smoothness..upgrading from a ZMA/ZMR is very difficult, since most other bikes will seem uncivilized (except CBR 250) ..
                  Just my thought...
                  Last edited by psr; 09-13-2013, 08:18 PM.
                  When Was The Last Time,You Did Something For The First Time.

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                  • #14934
                    Re: Karizma/Karizma R

                    Originally posted by ankit.traveller View Post
                    Hello Karizma owners,

                    I am Ankit from Lucknow and avid tourer.For last 6 years I am riding Honda Unicorn and toured alot on my Uni, my steed never ever let me down.Yesterday,I sold my steed as I have clocked more than 1 lac Kms on it and booked Karizma-R which I'll be getting delivery on monday.I am little bit confused as most of the people suggesting for ZMR as ZMA will not be in production in comming time.I dont like ZMR for its full fairing and no kick starter.I can stretch my budget for ZMR but ZMR will not be good choice for touring in off road type conditions.
                    Are spare parts ( consumables )of ZMA easily available?
                    Peformance of ZMA in off road conditions, specifically chassis stiffness, front and rear suspension performance, ground clearance issues etc?
                    Mileage of ZMA if I dont ride above 80Km/hr and mielage on hills?
                    Any specific common issue related to ZMA engine?
                    Most imp- Hero brand ZMA is as reliable as older Honda brand, I mean hero brand engine having same detuned CRF230 engine?

                    Please help.

                    Regards,
                    Ankit
                    You made perfect choice. Don't worry about spare parts availability et al. Enjoy your Karizma and do post some pictures upon getting the delivery. It's been quite long since I have checked out a brand new Karizma!
                    "Biking is Divine"

                    All Karizma Owners Connect With Each Other On the Karizma Group on facebook

                    https://www.facebook.com/groups/HeroHondaKarizma

                    https://www.facebook.com/AnmolSharmaPhotography

                    https://www.facebook.com/ThinkDigitall

                    http://anmolksharma.blogspot.in/

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                    • #14935
                      Re: Karizma/Karizma R

                      Originally posted by psr View Post
                      The ZMA-R still has the Honda engine,(though with Indian Barrel & Piston) with imported Carb and self starter motor...the Alloy wheels are Enkei who are trusted throughout the world....
                      If you hit pot holes at high speeds, the front mud guard will hit the Number plate..
                      I bought a pre-owned ZMA with 21 k Kms on odo and it was as good as new,and remains so till date at 29 K Kms..
                      The only down side with ZMA/ZMR is.... it is boring...cruising at 110 kmph will get boring after some time,since there is no wild vibes, or wavering...Even at those speeds, the ZMA/ZMR is planted on the tarmac, has control and engine sounds sweet, and you have every chance of falling asleep...and you will get addicted to it's smoothness..upgrading from a ZMA/ZMR is very difficult, since most other bikes will seem uncivilized (except CBR 250) ..
                      Just my thought...
                      yes good points

                      so you can get the front number plate as a sticker on front mudguard

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                      Originally posted by worrisomebear View Post
                      yes good points

                      so you can get the front number plate as a sticker on front mudguard
                      No need to get grips and all that stuff, the karizma grips are very good, no need to buy teflon as well
                      M3:15

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                      • #14936
                        Re: Karizma/Karizma R

                        Originally posted by worrisomebear View Post
                        thats great.

                        Just swap the tyre asap, you will get good value back on new mrf.. keep front as it is..

                        rest just check for scratches, take logbook, toolkit and others
                        In my Uni I had Micheli Sirac street 100/90x18 with Honda Tuff up tube and tyre never got punctured in its 30000Kms life, should I go for same as pirelli is not available in Lucknow.

                        Originally posted by psr View Post
                        The ZMA-R still has the Honda engine,(though with Indian Barrel & Piston) with imported Carb and self starter motor...the Alloy wheels are Enkei who are trusted throughout the world....
                        If you hit pot holes at high speeds, the front mud guard will hit the Number plate..
                        I bought a pre-owned ZMA with 21 k Kms on odo and it was as good as new,and remains so till date at 29 K Kms..
                        The only down side with ZMA/ZMR is.... it is boring...cruising at 110 kmph will get boring after some time,since there is no wild vibes, or wavering...Even at those speeds, the ZMA/ZMR is planted on the tarmac, has control and engine sounds sweet, and you have every chance of falling asleep...and you will get addicted to it's smoothness..upgrading from a ZMA/ZMR is very difficult, since most other bikes will seem uncivilized (except CBR 250) ..
                        Just my thought...
                        Thanks sir for your reply.Its the only reason I have booked ZMA, relaxed engine, loads of torque at lower RPM,reliable tourer.I am a tourer not a peg scrapper.I want to keep ZMA upto next 6 years.

                        Originally posted by anmol_1990 View Post
                        You made perfect choice. Don't worry about spare parts availability et al. Enjoy your Karizma and do post some pictures upon getting the delivery. It's been quite long since I have checked out a brand new Karizma!
                        Thanks Bro.Will post pics on tuesday.

                        Originally posted by worrisomebear View Post
                        yes good points

                        so you can get the front number plate as a sticker on front mudguard

                        ----consecutive posts auto-merged-----



                        No need to get grips and all that stuff, the karizma grips are very good, no need to buy teflon as well
                        How about anti rust treatment in open parts of chassis tube and swingarm as I have seen sone new karizma getting rusted in swingarm and nearby area?

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                        • #14937
                          Re: Karizma/Karizma R

                          Originally posted by ankit.traveller View Post
                          In my Uni I had Micheli Sirac street 100/90x18 with Honda Tuff up tube and tyre never got punctured in its 30000Kms life, should I go for same as pirelli is not available in Lucknow.


                          Thanks sir for your reply.Its the only reason I have booked ZMA, relaxed engine, loads of torque at lower RPM,reliable tourer.I am a tourer not a peg scrapper.I want to keep ZMA upto next 6 years.


                          Thanks Bro.Will post pics on tuesday.


                          How about anti rust treatment in open parts of chassis tube and swingarm as I have seen sone new karizma getting rusted in swingarm and nearby area?
                          Wow sirac lasted u 30k km? I thought it lasts lesser so chose the mrf meteor 100/90 for my uni

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                          • #14938
                            Re: Karizma/Karizma R

                            Originally posted by sinnerz2000 View Post
                            Wow sirac lasted u 30k km? I thought it lasts lesser so chose the mrf meteor 100/90 for my uni
                            Still had life left for 10K Kms more when I sold my Uni.I used to keep pressure at 35psi.Planning to put same in karizma.

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                            Click image for larger version Name: DSC06658.jpg Views: 1 Size: 99.5 KB ID: 1857953

                            Here, this was my steed.I was on Uttarakhand trip from 3rd june-13 to 11 th june-13,just before disqaster.Pic is from Chamoli-Chopta road.

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                            • #14939
                              Re: Karizma/Karizma R

                              Originally posted by ankit.traveller View Post
                              Thanks dear...booked black color and yes I have got all riding gears.
                              Any other accessory for ZMA related to touring which I should buy?
                              Any thing to look for at delivvery time?
                              Post a pic of your tyre

                              If you are comfortable with Michelin sirac street go for it

                              If you can get m45 michellin go for that
                              M3:15

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                              • #14940
                                Re: Karizma/Karizma R

                                Originally posted by worrisomebear View Post
                                Post a pic of your tyre

                                If you are comfortable with Michelin sirac street go for it

                                If you can get m45 michellin go for that
                                Can I put tubeless tyre of ZMR or better in both fron and rear on stock alloys?
                                Or should I go for Michelin sirac street with honda tuff up tube at rear combination?
                                Only sirac street is available in Lucknow.

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