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    Which 150cc bike to buy?

    Hi everyone,

    This is my first ever post on this forum.I have decided to buy a new 150cc bike.Here's the criteria for the bike.

    Needs
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    --> Price Range : less than 72-73k
    --> I weigh 57-58kg so the bike should not be too heavy and i should feel comfortable riding it
    --> Mileage : I have to commute to office everyday almost 24km. So i would need a descent mileage say 45-55kmpl
    --> I am confused on the choice between Apache RTR 160,RTR 160 FI and the Yamaha FZ.....
    --> Looks : The bike should be good looking


    Could you guys give me some suggestions on which one to buy??.....

    Edit: I need to buy a bike by mid or end august....so please help me out....

    And one more concern is i shouldnt have a backache...cos i already have a slight problem.....
    Last edited by nimma; 07-30-2009, 10:02 PM.
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    • #3
      Since your Daily commute is Long and you have a Bad back i would not recooment Any RTR . They have sporty riding stance that can take a toll on Long distances .
      You also need 45-55 Mileage so Fz ruled out but its quite comfortable .

      Other Bikes -Pulsar 150 and Gsr 150 . both are good bikes with all that you need and look quite good .

      My pick would be the Pulsar 150

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      • #4
        the point is in Bangalore everybody seems to have a Pulsar 150 and its getting boring looking at it....I have riven the GS 150R (My roomie has it)....its good but it has a bit higher riding position which is a bit uncomfortable for me...I am around 5-8' or 5-9'.....so what would you suggest me instead??...

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        • #5
          Originally posted by nimma View Post
          the point is in Bangalore everybody seems to have a Pulsar 150 and its getting boring looking at it....I have riven the GS 150R (My roomie has it)....its good but it has a bit higher riding position which is a bit uncomfortable for me...I am around 5-8' or 5-9'.....so what would you suggest me instead??...
          so go for FZeeee
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          • #6
            Originally posted by Puneet1 View Post
            Since your Daily commute is Long and you have a Bad back i would not recooment Any RTR . They have sporty riding stance that can take a toll on Long distances .
            You also need 45-55 Mileage so Fz ruled out but its quite comfortable .

            Other Bikes -Pulsar 150 and Gsr 150 . both are good bikes with all that you need and look quite good .

            My pick would be the Pulsar 150
            24 KM on RTR is like 15-20 Minutes at worst

            @nimma: I would suggest you have a feel of the bikes and decide..
            The best bets are
            1) RTR (FI or Carb)
            2) FZ (Fazer)
            3) Unicorn\Pulsar\CBZ X

            IMHO A sporting stance done correctly helps get the weight off the back and throws the weight on to your thighs... !
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            • #7
              Lean figure with backache.......only 150cc requirement under 72....
              Let us list the 150cc models

              GS: Good ride - More gears for city ride.!!!... Lack of service centres is the only problem
              FZ : Good Ride - will look Somehow not composited with your Lean looks
              RTR: Vgood ride for Lean Guys....but u have Backache....Not good - but i would strongly recomment - buy this and get used to it....back ache will not be a big problem
              CBZ: Nice commuter i will secondly recomment this
              P150: No Comments
              HUNK: Nice but but a bit heavy ....so not recommending
              Unicorn : Good Commuter but will look big....But i will thirdly recommend this
              Achiever : Good commuter......Styling i know u will not go for it.....

              Atlast Four stands out : (if u are not going for P150)

              RTR
              GS
              Unicorn
              CBZ
              Test drive the above Four......and come to an END.......

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              • #8
                The Unicorn itself or the two HH iterations (CBZ-X and Hunk) would be ideal as per your requirements.
                Take a TD of each and take your pick.
                The Zuki GS150R comes loaded with a few issues right from the showroom (viz. Rusting inside the tank, Tardy rear brake).

                All things considered, the Uni's/Uni engined HH twins riding position is very back-friendly as well.
                Please do let us know as to what you finally plonked for.

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                • #9
                  Hi Nimma,

                  Your looking for a Bike within 72k, 45-55kmpl, good looks, commuter, light weight ---- Too many requirements
                  however when you choose a Bike you have to compromise any one of your Requirements

                  I would suggest UNICORN would be the best option
                  It is <72K, 45-50kmpl, Looks are not that bad, Good commuter as well as Tourer, I am sure your would feel very easy to handle the Bike

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                  • #10
                    i am also ~58kgs.. and am driving FZ, if mileage is no concern you can go for it...
                    whn i thought of buying these are the factors..
                    unicorn heavy than any bike in its class+but more waiting time in HYD, donno other places
                    gsr - handling is good.. but i didnt like the phy.appearance..
                    cbz - this was my 2nd option gud looking.. mileage better than fz...
                    apache - frankly i never thought of it..
                    pulsar - common vehicle.. so out of my mind...

                    lastly i choose fz..

                    may b as per ur req... better gor for unicorn as this proven reliable machine for both road an highways
                    Last edited by grandvam; 07-30-2009, 11:42 PM. Reason: missed to add some information
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                    • #11
                      @Nimma - Since you dont want Pulsar then take GS 150 or FZ . Fz is now coming with 3k discount and its comfortable and with a easily adjustable suspension . Only concern would be mileage of around 38-40 .

                      Gs 150 is other option and i dont think it would be too high for you once you get adjusted to it . Im sure a shorter custom seat can be made for you if its a problem .


                      Originally posted by satyenpoojary View Post
                      24 KM on RTR is like 15-20 Minutes at worst
                      IMHO A sporting stance done correctly helps get the weight off the back and throws the weight on to your thighs... !
                      I ride 50+ everyday .
                      In delhi 25 kms one way it takes me 45+ Mins everyday , add all the Bumps , uneven roads and you have sore back with the RTR . though now i have set the rear suspension to softest and it does help to ease the ride quite a bit but that fun in cornering with hardest setting suspension is gone.

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                      • #12
                        Get the FZ bro its one amazing versatile machine, especially on bangalore roads the bike is a real dream to ride.
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                        • #13
                          yeah ofcource..
                          go for fz, it will return you around 45 kmpl...
                          Personally i think its the best among 150s (leaving R15 though)
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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by Puneet1 View Post
                            @Nimma - Since you dont want Pulsar then take GS 150 or FZ . Fz is now coming with 3k discount and its comfortable and with a easily adjustable suspension . Only concern would be mileage of around 38-40 .

                            Gs 150 is other option and i dont think it would be too high for you once you get adjusted to it . Im sure a shorter custom seat can be made for you if its a problem .


                            I ride 50+ everyday .
                            In delhi 25 kms one way it takes me 45+ Mins everyday , add all the Bumps , uneven roads and you have sore back with the RTR . though now i have set the rear suspension to softest and it does help to ease the ride quite a bit but that fun in cornering with hardest setting suspension is gone.
                            Mumbai is worst man when it comes to Infrastructure\roads\traffic and traffic sense
                            I ride a 'bit' more than 50KMs a day, and was doing it on my RTR and now do it on my R15... havent had a problem with back... but yeah had a problem long back... then was advice to wear the lumbar belt and sit on the bike and a few tips and tricks by a doc who loves to ride and he kinda sorted out my stance...!

                            @Nimma where are you based out of? and can you throw some light on what would be your standard riding conditions and what more you expect from 'your' bike!
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                            • #15
                              Go for P180 UG4, you wont regret it else Unicorn though i dont like Unicorn much. but it has got a good engine! Do test drive a FZ before buying, i was not impressed with it somehow when i gave a test ride. Apache is great if you are not on the taller side.

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