True, the ZMR is an underrated bike. Power is set low for a 200+ cc engine to provide mileage (for example a duke200 will give you at max 35 - 38 whereas a ZMR manages a 40+ on avg). ZMR is based on honda's tech, so you can expect the machine to retain most honda characteristics. The only thing I and most people dont like about the ZMR is the styling, if that, lower power, commuter rear shocks (jees, they did'nt give it a mono shock, I mean even unicorn has one) dont matter to you, I'd say go for it. In fact ZMR old one had a better styling than the 2014 one.

I disagree on another 150cc not making a difference / an upgrade part. It finally depends on you !
Is not the cc that really counts, an R15 / CBR / Duke / ZMR / Apache all ride different.
Choose what suits your riding style. See the cons in ownership reviews, and decide if you can live up with it.
For example, an Apache vibrates more than a normal bike after 60.

R15 in 1 word is aggressive. You look at it you wanna race, you ride it, it makes you.

A Duke is all about low, high end power, middle is flat, its a street bike, and acceleration is good.
I dont like its sound (engine makes sound of a vibrating tin can - short stroke side effect).

CBR is a rough and tough bike. Any CBR 150 / 250 for that matter has been lasting + ticking longer than others. See the reviews.
Rev hungry, attention grabber, sound is just awesome. Pillion comfort sets a standard for a sports touring bike.

Ride all of them, take a test ride. Read all ownership reviews + forums on bike problems.
Search on google for "xbhp ZMR problem" / "xbhp CBR problem" / "xbhp R15 problem" they will tell you what the bike is.
I spent 3 months reading + riding all this before buying mine.

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rock18,

bhabi will like it initially but later she will hit you on the head. Pillion comfort is not a plus of R15.
Please dont misguide. The R15 has other areas to score, not this one.

Yes technology is good, build quality is good, power & handling is good.
Forget the thing about a relaxed ride, not for you, not for the pillion.

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Just sharing what I gained from this forum.



Every showroom has its problems, go to the manager again and tell him you are serious about buying this etc etc. you need to know if it will suit your riding or not etc.
Tell them its important and you'd be disappointed by their way of handling customers if they did'nt listen.

If he does'nt budge at all, you can complain in hondas website. And they whoop their asses properly for it.
I dont believe in correcting others repeatedly. mi8 be he gains a lesson but you will waste time.
I suggest you try another showroom if the manager doesnt turn out well.

Bro I have not misguided just read it care fully what I have written. I asked him to take test ride with her mate to make right decision from every test ride.


Apologize if suggested any thing wrong

Bro I have not misguided just read it care fully what I have written. I asked him to take test ride with her mate to make right decision from every test ride.
Apologize if suggested any thing wrong

CBR fairing costs just 1.5k?? Are you sure??

No apologies required buddy... And nothing wrong in saying your view too, might be you find it comfortable.
Just feel that you should have say it openly that comfort is not what an R15 is known for (I've told what I've told since you highlighted the comfort part),
I appreciate the suggestion to test ride it with a pillion ( a girl to be frank ).

since the R15 lacks a grab rail, the pillion needs to stick to the rider. Hope yall get my point Has its PROS and cons

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I quoted an approx figure based on xbhp forums. I did not have the need to replace a fairing, and never plan to.

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Originally Posted by StylishKiller
A Bad Day.

Yesterday night, my Bike was parked outside my house for an hour or so. Someone "PLAYED" with my bike and dropped it on the left side and then picked it up and ran away. Father parked it in the garage in the night. Today morning, when I had a look at it, I was shocked. Left fairing had a scratches and a big CRACK (cry) and the left cowl (I don't know what it is called) had a crack too. (Pics attached).

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hi , the fairing may cost around 1025/- and the back cowl around 230/- .
your insurance will cover 50% or even 60% in accordance with your insurance company !!
I think you should try the front guard next time .

For Reference,
http://www.xbhp.com/talkies/motorcyc...195-print.html

I quoted an approx figure based on xbhp forums. I did not have the need to replace a fairing, and never plan to.

Bro If ur concerned about power +commuting +touring!

R15 V2 is real companion

As concerned for pillion seat it's comfortable for females compared to gents.

Take bhabhi with u at nearest YAMAHA Showroom or just book a ride. And then u will definitely have changes in ur views, it's only machine designed and proven for unmatched handling with same delta box frame as R6 and R1,and is designed By YAMAHA India. So it's mainly a Indian bike with Japanese technology. Just once give it a try at least test ride. Promise u both will enjoy and love the bike a lot lot.

Fanboy spotted [emoji3]

R15 v2 is one of the worst when it comes to pillion comfort.Understand OP's requirement. For daily commuting,and touring you need a bike which has relaxed position and good low end torque. R15 fails miserably on both fronts. Its not bike's fault - its designed to give mini superbike feel, for those who want to rev high, do cornering. I agree it has one of the best look for Indian bike and got some of the advanced tech. But its just not practical bike daily commuting.
For your comment being R15 as champion of power +commuting +touring , again its power aint that high either - there are many bikes in the same class providing more power.

I did not get a proper test ride of CBR 150R. Sent a mail to HMC regarding this. but its of no use, So i am dropping CBR150R from my list.

Just for the sake of it,I test rode Duke 200 and liked the driving position immediately.But the bike which i test rode is 13000kms run Demo bike, so lot of vibrations and engine sounded harsh.
So will try to ride a decently maintained Duke 200 to see if its good.

As of now i am slowly leaning towards the new Karizma ZMR for its smooth engine.

They are just trying to destroy their reputation of good quality and great build by their pathetic ASS. But try and see if you can get some friend's or associates bike for a short ride. That would be much much better.



Was it the duke or the RC....?
karizma is a proven vfm comfortable and overall a nice bike. no worries there. Do update the thread when yo get it.

and be very sure if you wanna catch the duke bug. Its pretty hard to shake it off.

They are just trying to destroy their reputation of good quality and great build by their pathetic ASS. But try and see if you can get some friend's or associates bike for a short ride. That would be much much better.



Was it the duke or the RC....?
karizma is a proven vfm comfortable and overall a nice bike. no worries there. Do update the thread when yo get it.

and be very sure if you wanna catch the duke bug. Its pretty hard to shake it off.