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  • #16
    Originally posted by chicane1879 View Post
    So true!!

    @TS

    I think you should go for the Dazzler or the refreshed "Hunk". These bikes have good midrange power on tap and will return better mileage figures as well as maintenance costs as compared to the 180ccs. Extra cc difference will make their presence felt more on highways!!
    I rode the Dazzler not very happening For some reason the hunk i rode stalled after every few minutes

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    • #17
      Originally posted by Drifty View Post
      Hi...welcome to Xbhp....If you are comfortable with RTR180....then go for it....you said you will go for hill rides on weekends....among both of the bikes you have mentioned.....RTR180 will make you more happy on hill sections,ghats....but i cant comment on the reliability factor of TVS.....
      ThanxxYa rode the bike..good handling.nice massage to the balls but the raw power is amazing. Quality though seems to be an issue with TVS, though I feel it's overblown

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      • #18
        Originally posted by aargee View Post
        If I were you, I would stick to RTR 180 than P180; however, I like to buy ZMR on these terms. Trust me, you'll love the ride with ZMR than any other motorcycles; very comfortable.
        Checked out the White version ..looked way to flashy for my taste (I am an average Joe )
        BTW hows the mileage??

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        • #19
          Originally posted by satyenpoojary View Post
          If I were you, I would rather buy a Unicorn, or a GS150 or the new SZ... its low on wallet economy wise... peppy enough to have weekend fun...

          SZ scores an extra brownie point for the 'fresh' status
          Thanxxx I am not really inclined towards Suzuki. Will surely think about the SZ though my experience with Gladiator is less than happy

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          • #20
            Originally posted by raja_roadster View Post
            hey doc go for pulsar 180 in my opinion stretch a little and give it a 220 street fighter; the apache is a king when it comes to sprints it will smoke even the p220 but handling overall rideability ???????? it lags behind the p220 with its enormous torque and being the fastest bike ever made in India is a best pick
            Just saw the Street fighter though didn't ride it.. Just feels too plasticyI don't know but it was plastic everywhere and the front cowls got loose when i wriggled them

            Originally posted by sambit View Post
            Who said Pulsars r not good?
            Any bikes maintained perfectly,is reliable.
            If you are looking for comfort,then P180 is for you...or you can even consider P220,as milage is never a concern for you.
            If you want some Raw Power,Love Zipping in traffic,Apache is the machine.
            I was in same situation last year,while buying a bike....
            I didnt get P220 instantly,so I bought the Apache 180...
            no problem till now.11000 kms covered.
            i m riding daily to office.(35 kms.)

            Buy any of them,you will never be dissapointed..........

            Just Maintain your bike properly....

            My vote------Apache 180

            all the best...for your future ride...
            Thats called rhetorical explanation
            Yes I will take good care of my ride and now have started tilting towards the MENACE

            Originally posted by Speeed View Post
            I recommend you to go for A180 as me and my friends find it more reliable (Pulsar lovers NO HARD FEELINGS). Its a beautiful machine on city roads , Highways , ghats whatever it may the bike wo'nt let you down.
            Thanx

            Originally posted by HydBiker View Post
            Hey thread starter, I didn't read your post. I didn't even see who you are. On a purpose that my following message should not be adultered.

            When there is a conflict between the mind and the heart choosing between two good things, you'd better stick to your heart. Mind needs logic. It's course changes when a new logic is introduced. But heart sticks on to what it liked.
            going with my heart MENACE seems to be choosing me

            Originally posted by Satyamzma View Post
            anyday a P180 is overall a better package then A180
            Please explain..

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            • #21
              Originally posted by drarifhashmi View Post
              Yes I will take good care of my ride and now have started tilting towards the MENACE



              Thanx



              going with my heart MENACE seems to be choosing me



              Please explain..
              hey doc its quiet simple your heart and body are fallen for the rtr 180 as its given a soothing feeling to you, same is happened with me some days back i test rode the R15, zma-r, hunk, P220 and apache rtr 180 back to back. i am 5'10 though i loved the zma-r but after riding the 180 i have also fallen for the menace, though some say its not suiting for tall guys and all but i felt it comfortable to ride, now waiting for 10th sept to see whats next under the hood of hyperedge or rtr 180 is the way to go

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              • #22
                A180

                pros- faster ! handles great ! sporty seating position great for short runs and when your in the mood for some racing.
                cons- vibes, harsh ride, back breaking on long rides due to sporty seating position, some mileage issues.

                P180

                pros- fast ! handles well ! Reliable. more stable @ higher speeds than A180. great for cruising as well as racing and better ride quality compared to A180. lesser if not no vibes compared to A180.
                cons-heavy hence sluggish. little difference compared to other pulsars (A180 has white to distinguish it and blue console display) mileage. ride quality not upto the mark.

                if you want a timid personality, a ride which would please you take the P180.

                if you want a crazy ride which wouldnt necessarily please you all the time take the A180. I wouldnt say its unreliable but my friends A180 visited the service centre more times than my another friends P180.

                P180 is a overall better package cause you can ride fast enough when your happy and you can ride slow without those annoying vibes when you return from a hard days work.
                Last edited by yellowspunk; 08-13-2010, 07:36 PM.
                Regardless, Life shall go on.

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                • #23
                  Originally posted by shrinathrao View Post
                  hey doc its quiet simple your heart and body are fallen for the rtr 180 as its given a soothing feeling to you, same is happened with me some days back i test rode the R15, zma-r, hunk, P220 and apache rtr 180 back to back. i am 5'10 though i loved the zma-r but after riding the 180 i have also fallen for the menace, though some say its not suiting for tall guys and all but i felt it comfortable to ride, now waiting for 10th sept to see whats next under the hood of hyperedge or rtr 180 is the way to go
                  I have decided on the Menace Just can't resist anymore What's this hyper-edge thingy?? Why would TVS introduce a modded 180 I guess they would rather enter the 200cc segment and even if they mod the 180 cc I think it will be the ABS thingy they showed at expo 2010...

                  Should I wait for it??? I have paid an advance but can afford to wait .... Wat say??

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                  • #24
                    Originally posted by yellowspunk View Post
                    A180

                    pros- faster ! handles great ! sporty seating position great for short runs and when your in the mood for some racing.
                    cons- vibes, harsh ride, back breaking on long rides due to sporty seating position, some mileage issues.

                    P180

                    pros- fast ! handles well ! Reliable. more stable @ higher speeds than A180. great for cruising as well as racing and better ride quality compared to A180. lesser if not no vibes compared to A180.
                    cons-heavy hence sluggish. little difference compared to other pulsars (A180 has white to distinguish it and blue console display) mileage. ride quality not upto the mark.

                    if you want a timid personality, a ride which would please you take the P180.

                    if you want a crazy ride which wouldnt necessarily please you all the time take the A180. I wouldnt say its unreliable but my friends A180 visited the service centre more times than my another friends P180.

                    P180 is a overall better package cause you can ride fast enough when your happy and you can ride slow without those annoying vibes when you return from a hard days work.
                    BS - they are purely personal opinion...
                    What do you mean by ride quality? I hope it is just vibes...
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                    • #25
                      Menace : If your heart says so go for it with eyes closed . Its one bike in India that is made for racing alone you said it massaged your balls common man then its your perfect Romace partner go for it and let the Love meter(your digital speed meter) show your re on the verge of climaxing every 5 minutes after your start romancing(riding)

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                      • #26
                        Originally posted by drarifhashmi View Post
                        I have decided on the Menace Just can't resist anymore What's this hyper-edge thingy?? Why would TVS introduce a modded 180 I guess they would rather enter the 200cc segment and even if they mod the 180 cc I think it will be the ABS thingy they showed at expo 2010...

                        Should I wait for it??? I have paid an advance but can afford to wait .... Wat say??

                        any mod on a present bike can be made feasible go for the menace why wait for something that's not properly announced even if announced don't wait because you can have the ABS(or what so ever mod brought later)by throwing some extra bucks but time will not rewind at any cost enjoy your ride as soon as possible .My Wishes...

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                        • #27
                          GET READY TO RACE...........
                          And do share your experience after Riding it...
                          HH Dawn - TVS Star City - Yamaha Gladiator - TVS RTR 180 - Honda CBR 250R - Yamaha R3

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                          • #28
                            And as far as the vibes are concerned,ride it for 10 days,then you will get addicted to the vibes............ask a true Apachian,he would definitely say,he would miss the vibes,if it suddenly disappears now.....
                            HH Dawn - TVS Star City - Yamaha Gladiator - TVS RTR 180 - Honda CBR 250R - Yamaha R3

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                            • #29
                              Originally posted by drarifhashmi View Post
                              I have decided on the Menace Just can't resist anymore What's this hyper-edge thingy?? Why would TVS introduce a modded 180 I guess they would rather enter the 200cc segment and even if they mod the 180 cc I think it will be the ABS thingy they showed at expo 2010...

                              Should I wait for it??? I have paid an advance but can afford to wait .... Wat say??
                              Congrats for your new bike doc....by the way.....which color have you chosen???

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                              D.I.Y-RTR180 brake fluid replacing/brake bleeding
                              D.I.Y-RTR180 brake pad replacing/cleaning
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                              • #30
                                Dont Listen to your heart or brain...listen to your Balls

                                Anyway For A180 its only a matter of getting used to it.
                                and about reliability,most of the Apache owners dont complain any massive failure of functioning of bike.

                                I dont like Pulsars cause there are too common.and there is no visula difference between any of the pulsar bikes now!(150,180,220 S)
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