If you can not wait then as per your req the P220 is out of the list as you are looking for a reliable bike. Between Zma and R15 I would recommend R15 as it has better fuel economy(40+always), much better handling and braking. There is hardly any difference in pickup and topspeed between Zma and R15 but P220 is definately faster than both.
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@ketansrihas: my first advice to you would be to wait for 2-3 months if possible.
If you can not wait then as per your req the P220 is out of the list as you are looking for a reliable bike. Between Zma and R15 I would recommend R15 as it has better fuel economy(40+always), much better handling and braking. There is hardly any difference in pickup and topspeed between Zma and R15 but P220 is definately faster than both.
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I beg to differ here Surbhit. I agree that P220 is faster than both ZMA&R15, but R15 has the highest top speed. Pickup certainly P220 wins hands down.Originally posted by surbhit View Post@ketansrihas: my first advice to you would be to wait for 2-3 months if possible.
If you can not wait then as per your req the P220 is out of the list as you are looking for a reliable bike. Between Zma and R15 I would recommend R15 as it has better fuel economy(40+always), much better handling and braking. There is hardly any difference in pickup and topspeed between Zma and R15 but P220 is definately faster than both.
Anyways, I don't mean to start a debate here.
@ketansrihas: If you have the moolah, go for the R15. It is a marvellous piece of engineering. Of course, like every other bike, it does have its flaws, but there are ways&means to cope with them too!Quench my thirst with gasoline!
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The prob i heard in R15 is the chain .
Its so delicate and the chain must be lubed for every 500kms and is it easy to DIY the lubricationLast edited by ketansrihas; 04-22-2009, 05:05 PM.--------
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Originally posted by Aditya-biking pro View PostGo ahead for the R15
.......if 220 & ZMA don't suits ur build........
The upcoming Apache RTR 180 Menace would also be a good option.
@ Ketan: As Said By Aditya Go For R15 If You Don't Look For BudgetOriginally posted by Sarvajit View PostWait for the RTR 180.
& If You Want A Different Bike Wait For RTR 180 Said By Sarvajit
If Any Doubt Search In What Bike Section For My Thread Target ?
Though I Didn't Include ZMA Insted Of That RTR 160 FI Were You Said City Riding & Lil Touring I Suggest TVS APACHE RTR\FI(160 Even 180)(Not On Your List)
Ps: What's Your Height & Weight ?Failure should never go to heart & success should never go to head,both makes a person to fall in life-Winston Churchill
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Wait for RTR180, it has the potential to put some heavyweights to shame...
or if you are eager to buy http://bikeindia.in/reviews/shootout...orce/Post.aspxLast edited by saif71184; 04-22-2009, 10:07 PM.
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Misconception.Originally posted by ketansrihas View PostThe prob i heard in R15 is the chain .
Its so delicate and the chain must be lubed for every 500kms and is it easy to DIY the lubrication
Truth =
R15 has one of the best chain & sprocket set. For God's sake, it is a DID chain!
But, as with any open chain, it gets dirty and needs some attention (clean & lube every 500 odd KMs). As with any O-ring chain, it makes some noise.
If in doubt, pls check the manuals of any bike with O-ring chain and the chain maintenance would have this mentioned.That includes every bike we spoke about here in this thread, excluding the Karizma.
Another misconception.Originally posted by Devilpulsarian View PostDrop zma from your list.
age old engine (hence has to be reliable) and everything from head to tail.....a simple screw to the piston costs a BOMBBB.....
to the top of it, if you get milege in the range of 32-33kmpl, consider yourself extremely lucky....

Karizma has THE most relaxed engine among the lot at high-speeds. Yes it has less torque than the P220 and lower pickup than the P220 & the R15... but the difference is not a huge one. Again, that's the character of the bike. The relaxed (some call it lazy) engine is a boon for cruising and the smooth & reliable Honda would not need you to buy that screw near the piston so easily. Honda's last to be outlasted by another Honda. In this matter, neither the hot & madly accelerating P220 nor the high-revving R15 or even the high revving & madly accelerating RTR's should be able to match the Karizma's engine life - this is a matter of general physics - more heat & higher friction damage moulds easier/faster.
I just hope this post would not be considered flaming material. If you want me to say some good things about the P220 too, please post something bad but not true first
Ah! and the mileage - Karizma gives me 36-37 and R15 gives me 39-41 in similar conditions. P220 is also in similar range. Even highway mileage of all the bikes are more or less in the same range. You can trust the numbers if you want to trust a person who has toured reasonable well with a team of one Karizma One P220 & One R15. Now, for a surprise, the RTR too delivers similar mileage than these three if toured along near & over 100 KMPH mark. Thr RTR needs to be kept under 90 KMPH mark and with a soft hand on the accelerator for better mileage.Last edited by HydBiker; 04-22-2009, 11:44 PM.
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Perfect,Get The Bike & Post It On R15 Ownership ThreadOriginally posted by ketansrihas View PostI am ready to spend for the R15
My height is 5.9" & 52 kg
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Never MindOriginally posted by ketansrihas View PostHmm i thought i should wait until the launch of new 220
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Failure should never go to heart & success should never go to head,both makes a person to fall in life-Winston Churchill
Yesterday is history.
Tomorrow is a mystery.
Today is a gift, That is why it is called \"Present\".
Enjoy every moment.
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This pinches me for the ZMAOriginally posted by saif71184 View PostWait for RTR180, it has the potential to put some heavyweights to shame...
or if you are eager to buy Tour de force
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Hands-down ZMA is the best bike for touring, still try all 3 and decide you will be in a better positionOriginally posted by ketansrihas View PostThis pinches me for the ZMA
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