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**The Monk** · 05-25-2018, 04:18 PM

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**MotoBlizzard** · 05-25-2018, 04:49 PM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

Originally posted by harry91 View Post

A couple of bikes that I have my eyes on

1. Apache 200 4v Race edition ( Seat height 790mm, I think I can manage that )
2. Duke 250

For both the bikes above, I am not much aware of pillion comfort.

I will be buying the bike in a month or so.. If there are any upcoming bikes that you think I should wait for, please do suggest me.

Ditch Duke 250

Test ride both 200 4V and 200NS

**rajivgb** · 05-25-2018, 05:14 PM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

Why not consider Honda CBR250R ABS (cbr costs 2.05 or so on road)

**harry91** · 05-26-2018, 01:38 AM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

Originally posted by MotoBlizzard View Post

Ditch Duke 250

Test ride both 200 4V and 200NS

Thanks for the quick reply.

I have booked a test ride for RTR 200. In Pulsar I am no more interested as my previous bike was a Pulsar 150.
Anyway I don't think NS would be suitable for my height.

Just one thing, can rtr 200 easily crush between 80-100?

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Originally posted by rajivgb View Post

Why not consider Honda CBR250R ABS (cbr costs 2.05 or so on road)

I didnt consider is as I thought that it's a outdated bike. Considering the price point, honda is asking more than it's offering.
Still I will get a test ride.

**tanishq** · 05-26-2018, 05:08 AM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

Originally posted by harry91 View Post

Thanks for the quick reply.

I have booked a test ride for RTR 200. In Pulsar I am no more interested as my previous bike was a Pulsar 150.
Anyway I don't think NS would be suitable for my height.

Just one thing, can rtr 200 easily crush between 80-100?

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I didnt consider is as I thought that it's a outdated bike. Considering the price point, honda is asking more than it's offering.
Still I will get a test ride.

It can Cruise all day long between 100-110 without breaking any sweat!!

**hamadryad** · 05-26-2018, 03:33 PM

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Don't go for Duke 250 as it has a seat height of 835mm, similar to the D390, you could try the apache 200, that bike will be perfect for your height and 80-100kmph cruising speed won't be a problem.
However make sure to test ride the bike around 6000-8000rpm to check for vibes.

**harry91** · 05-27-2018, 06:40 PM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

Originally posted by hamadryad View Post

Don't go for Duke 250 as it has a seat height of 835mm, similar to the D390, you could try the apache 200, that bike will be perfect for your height and 80-100kmph cruising speed won't be a problem.
However make sure to test ride the bike around 6000-8000rpm to check for vibes.

How about cbr25r? Is it still relevant..
Or any other bike launching in near future, may be around in 2-3 months..

**harry91** · 05-28-2018, 02:09 AM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

Few things that I am still confused of

1. Does fuel injection makes much of a difference than carburetor? ( to be honest I am a noob in this area )
Reading and knowing about both of these, I think that it would have been much better if there was a variant with FI+ABS+Slipper clutch (Pirelli tyres would be cherry on top)

2. Also, Does ABS make much difference? I mean should I be going for FI variant of Apache 200 4v or the one with carburetor and ABS?

Anyway, any idea whether TVS would be launching FI+ABS anytime soon?

**Deathwing** · 05-28-2018, 07:29 AM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

Originally posted by harry91 View Post

Few things that I am still confused of

1. Does fuel injection makes much of a difference than carburetor? ( to be honest I am a noob in this area )
Reading and knowing about both of these, I think that it would have been much better if there was a variant with FI+ABS+Slipper clutch (Pirelli tyres would be cherry on top)

2. Also, Does ABS make much difference? I mean should I be going for FI variant of Apache 200 4v or the one with carburetor and ABS?

Anyway, any idea whether TVS would be launching FI+ABS anytime soon?

Fuel injection just makes the bike more efficient and gives more accurate fueling and the bike will feel a tad smoother than compared to carburetor. The FI system I would say is more reliable in the long run but by chance something happens the carb is more easier to fix compared to fi systems where not every mechanic can work with. Coming to abs, I would say it a major life saver, but if you can handle normal braking that differs from person to person but I can say easily abs is a life saver in a unpredictable country like India, I would say give more importance to abs than carb or FI systems, just my 2 cents.

**krishna77** · 05-28-2018, 11:12 AM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

As already mentioned, Apache 200 is a good option for you.
But, take a test ride with FZ25 before finalizing.

**harry91** · 05-29-2018, 04:15 AM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

Originally posted by Deathwing View Post

Fuel injection just makes the bike more efficient and gives more accurate fueling and the bike will feel a tad smoother than compared to carburetor. The FI system I would say is more reliable in the long run but by chance something happens the carb is more easier to fix compared to fi systems where not every mechanic can work with. Coming to abs, I would say it a major life saver, but if you can handle normal braking that differs from person to person but I can say easily abs is a life saver in a unpredictable country like India, I would say give more importance to abs than carb or FI systems, just my 2 cents.

Thanks for your quick explanation.

Anyway, are there any bikes available with FI and ABS and fall under my creteria?

Actually dominar is one but I have height and weight issues with that bike.
CBR is also a good option, but many do tell that it is not VFM and also too old to look at.

**harry91** · 05-29-2018, 04:18 AM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

Originally posted by krishna77 View Post

As already mentioned, Apache 200 is a good option for you.
But, take a test ride with FZ25 before finalizing.

Sure. I will book a test ride for FZ25. Although I dont like its styling, still if its a good contender I will have a test ride.. can compromise with looks for better comfort(if it offers).

**harry91** · 05-30-2018, 02:10 PM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

Heyy guys,
How about ns-rs-as200 arent they good bikes than apache?
I mean is there anytting from these which might suit my needs..

**newwannaberider** · 05-30-2018, 04:26 PM

Re: Help needed to choose bike below 2 lakhs

Originally posted by harry91 View Post

Heyy guys,
How about ns-rs-as200 arent they good bikes than apache?
I mean is there anytting from these which might suit my needs..

AS is discontinued. I've ridden and rode on as pillion on an NS 200 and it's not that comfortable for pillion IMO. RS 200 is a good bike with ABS but don't know about the pillion comfort. Also do check if you'd be comfortable with them since you're on the shorter side.

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