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yeah, keep em coming...Originally posted by karthik_R View Post
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Grand Southern Raid | Munnar | Yercaud | Ootacamund
The increase in performance is directly proportional to the size of the hole in your pocket :D
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Here's the link,this was only the practise..Wonder how exciting the race was
YouTube - Kari : Moped class TVS 65TVS 50 XL -> 125 XXL : TVS VICTOR GL : YAMAHA R15-S : YAMAHA FZ1n :: KTM RC 390
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Good video out there, it looks kinda small FLY racing from the distanceOriginally posted by karthik_R View PostHere's the link,this was only the practise..Wonder how exciting the race was
YouTube - Kari : Moped class TVS 65
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Grand Southern Raid | Munnar | Yercaud | Ootacamund
The increase in performance is directly proportional to the size of the hole in your pocket :D
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Did anyone see today's Wheelocity on Zee Business ? It was a full coverage of the 3 days (ucal + one make) at Kari.
The host was desperate to find out what makes the mopeds go that fast. One mechanic personally explained it to her
Stock bore, "engineered" bigger piston, reed valve, carb, clutch etc...
Very funny... It seems crashes thrills her, so..all the crashes were shown on national TV, a pessimistic touch i should say!! Heck, my mom saw that program and ordered a house arrest for the upcoming races
TVS 50 XL -> 125 XXL : TVS VICTOR GL : YAMAHA R15-S : YAMAHA FZ1n :: KTM RC 390
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a week gone-by, waiting for ur updateOriginally posted by karthik_R View PostDid anyone see today's Wheelocity on Zee Business ? It was a full coverage of the 3 days (ucal + one make) at Kari.
The host was desperate to find out what makes the mopeds go that fast. One mechanic personally explained it to her
Stock bore, "engineered" bigger piston, reed valve, carb, clutch etc...
Very funny... It seems crashes thrills her, so..all the crashes were shown on national TV, a pessimistic touch i should say!! Heck, my mom saw that program and ordered a house arrest for the upcoming races 
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HONDA
IDEAL JAWA
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Good job
Hey Karthik,
Your efforts are well appreciated. I would love to do these kinda restorations of old bikes. But unfortunately I am not that talented as you guys and I would like to join you guys in restoring bikes if you allow.
And my dad still rides a 1995 Bajaj M80.
Just a humble request..
Even I am waiting for the update on your XL 50.
Once again great job there. Cheers to you.
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@ All : thanks for the encouraging words. Its high time I resumed working on the bike(which is still the center of attraction in my living room
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Meanwhile guys, I came across this website which is that of a moped collector's. I couldnt help notice a striking similarity between the tvs 50 and this moped. See for yourself.

The engine and the large pully with two holes in it (almost 50%) looks almost similar to the old TVS XL/XTs.
The owner claims that these restored bikes touch 35mph.

Looks like TVS guys derived some design cues from these mopeds. Nevertheless, TVS guys made it reach 100kmph+ back in 1985 which makes them stand apart.what say guys
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Last edited by karthik_R; 09-22-2009, 08:06 PM.TVS 50 XL -> 125 XXL : TVS VICTOR GL : YAMAHA R15-S : YAMAHA FZ1n :: KTM RC 390
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.Originally posted by karthik_R View Post@ All : thanks for the encouraging words. Its high time I resumed working on the bike(which is still the center of attraction in my living room
)
Meanwhile guys, I came across this website which is that of a moped collector's. I couldnt help notice a striking similarity between the tvs 50 and this moped. See for yourself.

The engine and the large pully with two holes in it (almost 50%) looks almost similar to the old TVS XL/XTs.
The owner claims that these restored bikes touch 35mph.

Looks like TVS guys derived some design cues from these mopeds. Nevertheless, TVS guys made it reach 100kmph+ back in 1985 which makes them stand apart.what say guys
?
wil check these link @ home
any more cosmetic updates
on ur puny?
YAMAHA
HONDA
IDEAL JAWA
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yeah tatz true, after seeing those flying monsters (bee's) am feelin "J" about youOriginally posted by karthik_R View PostNo more cosmetic changes, not after seeing the tvs 65 mopeds on track.
It wouldnt be "puny" anymore :P
check the below pic, i found while googling,
http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/members/...uly12kpn89.jpg
the owner has maintained it so good manYAMAHA
HONDA
IDEAL JAWA
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Hi guys, Look what the cat dragged in..
All I have to do now is configure the setup and I am good to go (either for my TVS 65 or my drag victor or my T165 or a cbr600 (who knows))
TVS 50 XL -> 125 XXL : TVS VICTOR GL : YAMAHA R15-S : YAMAHA FZ1n :: KTM RC 390
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BATAVUS !!!...Do they compete with BRABUS ??Originally posted by karthik_R View Post

..Btw, nice find
...Your PUNY is gonna change into JET ty..
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Grand Southern Raid | Munnar | Yercaud | Ootacamund
The increase in performance is directly proportional to the size of the hole in your pocket :D
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A really boring day at office...
Hence was browsing through 'X' and found this thread...
Amazing work man!!!
P.S : I never knew puny 50cc used to do a 105kph back in '85
...hats off to TVS!!!
...Back to HIBERNATE mode...
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To the end of land!!!
Breakfast Ride!!! Mulshi Lake...
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