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    Which used bike for track use?

    Hi guys, I am looking for a used bike for track use and need to decide between Duke 200 and Pulsar 200NS. My budget is around 75 to 80K at max.

    Pulsar 200NS: Finding one doesn't seem to be an issue, but production seem to have been reduced to favour AS version. IMO this would be a trouble when I try to sell it off after an year or so. I have a fear that Bajaj might completely stop the production of this model if AS does well in the market.

    Duke 200: Hard to find one in good condition for the mentioned price range. Not sure why 2012 model owners are quoting price close to a new 200NS price, introductory price was around 1.3L onroad!
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    Re: Which used bike for track use?

    Query approved.

    Did you consider R15 as one of your options?
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    • #3
      Re: Which used bike for track use?

      Originally posted by sunilg View Post
      Query approved.

      Did you consider R15 as one of your options?

      +1 for R15 , Else look at CBR 150. For your purpose these fit perfectly.
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      • #4
        Re: Which used bike for track use?

        Originally posted by giridhar View Post
        Hi guys, I am looking for a used bike for track use and need to decide between Duke 200 and Pulsar 200NS. My budget is around 75 to 80K at max.

        Pulsar 200NS: Finding one doesn't seem to be an issue, but production seem to have been reduced to favour AS version. IMO this would be a trouble when I try to sell it off after an year or so. I have a fear that Bajaj might completely stop the production of this model if AS does well in the market.

        Duke 200: Hard to find one in good condition for the mentioned price range. Not sure why 2012 model owners are quoting price close to a new 200NS price, introductory price was around 1.3L onroad!

        R15 or an RC200.

        Buying a naked for a track is almost as stupid as commuting on a supersport.

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        • #5
          Re: Which used bike for track use?

          Originally posted by sunilg View Post
          Query approved.

          Did you consider R15 as one of your options?
          Originally posted by jayanth_b_p View Post
          +1 for R15 , Else look at CBR 150. For your purpose these fit perfectly.
          R15 seems to be expensive to maintain! Guy who rides with me on the track has one, so have an idea about its pros and cons. Will have it as an option if none of the above two workout.

          Originally posted by HyperRetard View Post
          R15 or an RC200.

          Buying a naked for a track is almost as stupid as commuting on a supersport.
          Thanks for the tip man.
          Last edited by giridhar; 07-30-2015, 08:49 PM. Reason: I am no keyboard warrior :P
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          • #6
            Re: Which used bike for track use?

            What Happened to your 2 Stroke Resto Plans,My Friend ?

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

            Anyways,Look for R15(Overall the Best,Can't believe 'High Maintainence'),RTR 180 ABS(Safest,Awesome Exhaust Note and Performance,Suffers from Vibrations),Pulsar 220F (Fastest but least reliable)
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            • #7
              Re: Which used bike for track use?

              I would suggest the rc200 over the r15.
              Availability in second hand market will be a problem though.

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              • #8
                Re: Which used bike for track use?

                Gixxer sf
                Few mods and the bike is ready for track use,check out cuprace gixxer.

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                • #9
                  Re: Which used bike for track use?

                  My pointers
                  RC200 > R15 > Gixxer SF (if someone selling or get new)
                  Nakeds are not for track, you would get tired because of wind blast.
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                  • #10
                    Re: Which used bike for track use?

                    Originally posted by TVSian View Post
                    What Happened to your 2 Stroke Resto Plans,My Friend ?

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

                    Anyways,Look for R15(Overall the Best,Can't believe 'High Maintainence'),RTR 180 ABS(Safest,Awesome Exhaust Note and Performance,Suffers from Vibrations),Pulsar 220F (Fastest but least reliable)
                    RX100 is up and running, just needs a fresh coat of pain.

                    Originally posted by Abishek94 View Post
                    I would suggest the rc200 over the r15.
                    Availability in second hand market will be a problem though.
                    Yes, without a doubt RC is built for the track, but its almost impossible to find one in my budget.

                    Originally posted by jacob.robinson.921025 View Post
                    Gixxer sf
                    Few mods and the bike is ready for track use,check out cuprace gixxer.
                    Again finding a used one is close to impossible, power bump from my current ride is not much.

                    Originally posted by prateek2210 View Post
                    My pointers
                    RC200 > R15 > Gixxer SF (if someone selling or get new)
                    Nakeds are not for track, you would get tired because of wind blast.
                    Been to track on my Hunk, never felt uncomfortable, chennai track has only two long straights . Would see if I could get an RC close to my budget.


                    Thanks for the inputs guys, will look for above mentioned bikes too. More inputs from my side:
                    • I can't get a new bike even if my budget permits(personal reasons)
                    • Been to track already on a naked, except for awkward handle position I didn't have any issue.
                    • Going to track just to have fun, not into serious racing.
                    • Reason for stressing on low maintenance is that I already have a few to maintain(big headache)
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                    • #11
                      Re: Which used bike for track use?

                      Used RTR 180 ABS can be found cheaper (Ranging from 50K to 90K).

                      I would say,Mod your RX 100 and set the track on Blue smoke.

                      Or try to get an RD 350 !
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                      • #12
                        Re: Which used bike for track use?

                        Originally posted by giridhar View Post
                        RX100 is up and running, just needs a fresh coat of pain.



                        Yes, without a doubt RC is built for the track, but its almost impossible to find one in my budget.



                        Again finding a used one is close to impossible, power bump from my current ride is not much.



                        Been to track on my Hunk, never felt uncomfortable, chennai track has only two long straights . Would see if I could get an RC close to my budget.


                        Thanks for the inputs guys, will look for above mentioned bikes too. More inputs from my side:
                        • I can't get a new bike even if my budget permits(personal reasons)
                        • Been to track already on a naked, except for awkward handle position I didn't have any issue.
                        • Going to track just to have fun, not into serious racing.
                        • Reason for stressing on low maintenance is that I already have a few to maintain(big headache)

                        Looking at your requirements I too would suggest rtr180.
                        Firstly it will be well within your budget and secondly, low maintenance costs. The extra cash can be used to get a good set of tyres.

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                        • #13
                          Re: Which used bike for track use?

                          Originally posted by Abishek94 View Post
                          The extra cash can be used to get a good set of tyres.
                          ^^ Exactly ! The Tyres Sucks.Get something like MRF Zapper VYDE.Make sure you get the ABS,You'll love it.
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                          • #14
                            Re: Which used bike for track use?

                            Originally posted by TVSian View Post
                            ^^ Exactly ! The Tyres Sucks.Get something like MRF Zapper VYDE.Make sure you get the ABS,You'll love it.

                            Actually ABS is nor really useful on the track. But yes, I admit, at that budget, its the Apache that makes the most sense.

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                            @ thread starter

                            Or you can buy a Pulsar RS200 and "leave track racing to amateurs"

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                            • #15
                              Re: Which used bike for track use?

                              Originally posted by HyperRetard View Post
                              Actually ABS is nor really useful on the track.

                              @ thread starter

                              Or you can buy a Pulsar RS200 and "leave track racing to amateurs"
                              Apache RTR 180 ABS Be like -

                              Click image for larger version Name: Supa Hot Fire.jpg Views: 2 Size: 20.7 KB ID: 1916953

                              You are right,If he gets a Failsar RS 200,Ya know what's gonna happen

                              ABS,is very important esp in Racing.Please watch from 2:51 on this Video

                              TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS
                              https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vIK0lKdUFAM
                              TVS Apache RTR 180 ABS
                              Last edited by TVSian; 07-31-2015, 04:51 PM.
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