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help required to select between Apache RTR 180 ABS, Unicorn Dazzler and Hero Xtreme

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  • #16
    Re: help required to select between Apache RTR 180 ABS, Unicorn Dazzler and Hero Xtre

    95k budget you can check fz ,even avenger also but I recommend fz
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    • #17
      Re: help required to select between Apache RTR 180 ABS, Unicorn Dazzler and Hero Xtre

      Given your height and weight, I think you would be better off with something bigger than 150cc. If I was you then I'd go for the Pulsar 220f as it fits the bill perfectly and ticks all your boxes! Its in your budget, good power, lovely tourer, great performance, nice average as per your preference level. Only other one that comes close is a Karizma-R albeit with wee bit lesser power but proven and smoother engine and overall quality levels. Karizma has better flickability and handling too. But you get a lot more bells n' whistles with the 220. Projector and elipsoidal headlamp, gas shocks, wide tyre, cheap spares, the works.... Forget the 150cc's man.


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      • #18
        Re: help required to select between Apache RTR 180 ABS, Unicorn Dazzler and Hero Xtre

        For your Height RTR won't suit you, You may encounter knee or back pain
        Dazzler is under-powered and also discontinued by honda
        So the obvious choice is hero Xtreme. Get it! Ypu can expect its mileage from 45-55. Also the bike's saddle height is pretty tall, so it would be perfect for you

        As a side note: If you can extend your budget by 6k then get Karzima R. Mileage would be from 35-42
        Pulsar 200 ns would also be perfect for your height.. Got great power. May have reliability issues
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        • #19
          Re: help required to select between Apache RTR 180 ABS, Unicorn Dazzler and Hero Xtre

          That case p220 would be good choice
          "Life is all about burning petrol and the most efficient way to do so is by riding a bike"
          "A man who dreams of being an astronaut or a pilot, is yet to drive a motorcycle."
          "Often, I find myself in the middle of nowhere,Rarely, in the middle of nowhere, I FIND myself..."

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          • #20
            Re: help required to select between Apache RTR 180 ABS, Unicorn Dazzler and Hero Xtre

            One more addition from my xperience with dazzler and why u sould not go for it
            it doesnt have a kick start and i have trbl starting her in rainy season kick wud have been great....
            Dakhha start is painful and u really miss the kick start..

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            • #21
              Re: help required to select between Apache RTR 180 ABS, Unicorn Dazzler and Hero Xtre

              Friends thanks for your suggestions.
              I had a chance to test ride pulsar 200ns and almost fell for it. Only one thing that kept me away from it was absence of abs. Still have not go schance to test ride RTR.

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              • #22
                Re: help required to select between Apache RTR 180 ABS, Unicorn Dazzler and Hero Xtre

                Originally posted by sonu_randhawa View Post
                Friends thanks for your suggestions.
                I had a chance to test ride pulsar 200ns and almost fell for it. Only one thing that kept me away from it was absence of abs. Still have not go schance to test ride RTR.
                Yup 200NS is right. Glad you liked it.

                About ABS: I have a Honda CBR250R with C-ABS. It does come handy. It is a very nice safety feature. In rain, lose sand, gravel etc, it works like a charm. I had some occasions where it saved my ass too
                But then, ask about the ABS of Apache to experts, if it's that good, you may consider that.
                Still, you will have to chose between overall better bike or a bike with ABS.

                Only Apach, Duke390, CBR250R have ABS afaik.
                All others except Apache is out of your budget.

                Still Pulsar 200NS is a much better bike except the ABS, it's more futuristic, and powerful than the Apache. Apache has some vibration issues too.

                -Valkyrie

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                • #23
                  Re: help required to select between Apache RTR 180 ABS, Unicorn Dazzler and Hero Xtre

                  Originally posted by sonu_randhawa View Post
                  1. Budget : Max 90-95 on road
                  2. Age: 32
                  3. Height: 5'11''
                  4. Weight: 98 KG
                  5. Intended usage (eg. Office/College commute, Highway runs, Racetrack usage, Weekend recreation riding etc.) Office (mix of highway and bad roads) and ocassional long ride
                  6. Fuel Efficiency requirement (approx., if any) : ok with 35-40
                  7. City & Highway percentage usage : no city highway and village roads(village link roads are often bad)
                  8. City / Town /Village of residence (so we can evaluate road conditions / traffic / terrain / altitude / OTR pricing) : Tarn Taran, Punjab
                  9. Brand / Bike type preference (if any) TVS, Hero Motocorp, Honda (No offence but no Yamaha and Bullet)
                  10. Riding Comfort needs special attention

                  Hi Friends
                  I need your help to decide which bike to choose, Currently I have Splendor for 4 years and no problem so ever, I want to buy another bike a bit more powerful for occasional trip to hills. Based on above requirements Please suggest the correct bike. I have some options in mind if possible please suggest one which best suits. I had almost made my mind on Hero Xtreme, then I looked at Honda Unicorn Dazzler and read in forums that it has better suspension now my mind is struck on TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS. Please suggest better option from these and please give reason for the choice( apart from power ).
                  One more query on sidelines : if I buy any one of these will it be possible to make trip to Leh with a pillion along with luggage ( I mean if select certain bike will it carry all this load: mine : 98 kg, Pillion rider: 70 KG plus some luggage and climb all the passes and bad roads ) Please suggest. If bike cannot take that much load We can ride solo on different bikes. I have one concern about Apache RTR 180 ABS that as rad in forums its stock tires are not good for grip if I have to change the tyres to CEAT or MRF what will be the extra cost I have to bear.

                  I want to get Leh'd next year.

                  hello sonu, according to me the best bike that will suite you in all possible ways is the Pulsar 200NS, it certainly accounts for all the 10 commandments that you have specified..!!

                  even though do take a test ride on 200NS and also try the ZMR.!!

                  happy riding..!!

                  CHEERZ...!!

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                  • #24
                    Re: help required to select between Apache RTR 180 ABS, Unicorn Dazzler and Hero Xtre

                    Friends Thanks for the help you provided I finally fell for Suzuki GS150R and got the delivery on 02-10-2013

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