"Luxury Honda CBR1100XX Super Blackbird"

"When Honda launched the Blackbird in 1996 it claimed that it was a dynamic riding machine that would soon become known as "The World's Greatest Super Sport".

The CBR1100XX Blackbird was going to "redefined the standards of the 'big-bike' performance class with a brand new champion". But if you believe everything you read in today's motorcycle mags, the Blackbird is past it.

When the Blackbird was launched it ruled the roost, with more power, better handling and a higher top speed than any other hypersports tourer. Dial superb build quality into the equation, and Honda had a winner.

But other manufacturers didn't sit on their hands. Suzuki launched the Hayabusa in 1999 and Kawasaki introduced the ZX-12R a year later. Both develop more power and have top speeds at least 10mph faster than the Blackbird, which can 'only' manage 175mph. Both out-handle the Blackbird when pushed to the limit. But that hasn't dented sales of the big Honda, which out-sold both the 'Busa and the Kwak in 2001.

So what has the Honda got that the 'Busa and Kwak doesn't? Well, there's long-distance ability, for a start. The Blackbird can carry luggage with ease - Suzuki had problems with the rear alloy subframe fracturing when hard luggage was bolted on.

And the Blackbird's extra weight and softer suspension make it more relaxing to ride. The engine is supremely smooth - Honda designed the 1137cc lump with a dual shaft balancer system to kill vibration dead. If handlebars and footpegs don't buzz with secondary vibration you don't get tired so quickly."

"Luxury Honda CB500"

"Don't be too quick to write off Honda's CB500 as a dull commuter bike. There may not be too much to get excited about, but the bullet-proof 499cc parallel twin boasts typical Honda reliability while offering a cheap and cheerful entry to the world of racing through the CB500 Cup in the UK and other series worldwide. And they can be made to go a bit.

Honda very much had the European market in mind when they came up with the CB500, and its versatility has made it a hit with everyone from dispatch riders and commuters through to training schools, where it makes an ideal and robust trainer for Direct Access.

The CB500 has a responsiveness that belies its apparently conservative capacity and layout. Handling of the liquid-cooled twin is pretty good too. That said, front suspension can be a little harsh and the rear shock is fade-prone when the damping oil hots up.

But what do you want for a little over four grand new at list price? Maybe the half-faired CB500S for 300 quid more?

If you need any more recommendation of the CB's reliability - it is a Honda after all - consider this: at a 1999 24 Hour Le Mans, every team running a CB500 finished without any mechanical woes. Should happily see you to and from work, then."

"Luxury Honda CB250"

"Light, low and nimble, the CB Two-Fifty is a fuel-sipping commuter bike bought by people who wouldn't be seen dead on a twist'n'go scooter.

What keeps the parallel twin's top speed down to 80mph is a single 26mm Keihin CV carb. That's the bad news. The good news is an average of 75 miles to the gallon, giving the Honda a useful 275-mile range for longer trips at the weekend.

Derived from the 194cc CD200 twin of 1980, the Two-Fifty's power unit is a single overhead camshaft design. This ancestry means that there are no balancers to smooth parallel twin vibration at high revs and just two valves per cylinder. But maintenance is cheap, and undemanding enough for mechanical virgins. Maximum torque is delivered at 6500rpm, helping the 234cc twin to zip through its five gears around town.

Styling was vastly improved for 2000 with a US-style CB250 Nighthawk makeover in which the tank and bodywork flow together, helped by plain red paint. A 16 inch rear wheel reduces seat height to 745mm. Weight is just 132kg. Brakes are a single disc and drum combination well matched to the engine's performance.

The Honda's frame is a classic steel tube diamond design open below the engine, with basic suspension. Adjustment is limited to spring preload on the twin rear shocks.

A close competitor is Honda's own CMX250C Rebel cruiser. Look for an example owned by a careful older rider who bought the Two-Fifty because it reminded him of his old CD200."

"Luxury Splendor NXG - Hero Honda"

"Splendor NXG is available in two variants, priced respectively at Rs 40,990 and Rs 41,990 ex-showroom Delhi.

The Gen Next bike has made its debut. Pushing forward the largest-selling two-wheeler brand Splendor to the next generation, Hero Honda Motors has lifted the wraps off its new Splendor NXG. The unveiling of the two-wheeler is seen as strengthening Hero Honda’s leadership position in the deluxe segment.

Splendor NXG comes with a new engine and pioneering features and combines stylish looks with a high performance engine. According to a review, the new Splendor NXG has been conceptualized to offer a whole new riding experience, and represents the trust Hero Honda has built up over generations for its legendary fuel economy and low maintenance. Splendor NXG is available in a range of five attractive colors and seven stripe combinations including black, candy blazing red, force silver, vibrant blue, and classy maroon.

The new vehicle elevates the largest-selling Splendor brand to the next generation, and also offers a unique package of styling and irresistible features, said a Hero Honda official."

"Luxury TVS Flame Finally launched..."

"Flame sports a new design and embraces the contemporary black theme. Flame borrows the headlamp,front fender, attractive rear view mirrors, body coloured shock absorber springs and special engine cowl from its big brother apache. TVS 125cc Flame is packed with exciting features like attractive body graphics, alloy wheels, disc brake at the front, electric start and handle bar weights to control vibrations.
The Flame is technologically the most advanced motorcycle in the country with a 3-valve 125cc engine and sports the india’s first three-valve CC VTi (controlled combustion variable timing intelligent) engine. The engine’s produces maximum power of 10.5 bhp at 8,250 rpm. TVS has patented the CC-VTi technology in Austria and rest of the world. It has sporty deltaedge exhaust that is not just a styling element but also to deliver the smoothest of sounds,lowest emissions and excellent performance.

Flame has been designed to capture attention in one go. The bike has been given a contemporary urban look by having a black theme. Much of its features like headlamp, front fender, attractive rear view mirrors, body colored shock absorber springs and special engine cowl are designed like the Apache."

"Luxury Hero Honda Glamour FI"

"Its 124.8cc 4-stroke single cylinder OHC produces maximum power of 6.72 kw (9 bhp) @ 7000 rpm and maximum torque of 10.35 Nm @ 4000 rpm.

For injecting requisite amount of fuel, this bike is equipped with advanced computer Programmed electronic Fuel Injection system (PGM-FI) which is used for scanning engine operating conditions through sensors and providing input to the ECU (Electronic Control Unit). This PMG-FI system is equipped with malfunction indicator lamp which starts flickering, if in this system any malfunctioning occurs.

It is available with RTMI or Real Time Mileage Indicator which indicates few important things like average mileage in last 10 seconds, distance traversed, amount fuel consumed etc. When bike knocks over, its ignition and fuel supply is being cut out by one of its very important safety feature i.e Bank Angle Sensor.

This Bike comes with different colors:

* Candy Blazed Red
* Black
* Myth Gold


TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF HERO HONDA GLAMOUR FI:

Dimension & Weight
Overall height: 1070 mm
Overall length: 2005 mm
Overall Width: 735 mm
Wheelbase: 1265 mm
Ground Clearance: 150 mm
Kerb weight: 125 kg (Kick), 129 kg (Self)
Fuel Tank Capacity: 12 Litres (Min)
Reserve: 1.5 Ltrs (Approx)

Engine
Type; Air Cooled, OHC
Stroke; (2/4) 4 Stroke
No. of cylinders; Single Cylinder
Bore x stroke; 52.4 mm x 57.9 mm
Displacement: 124.8 cc
Electrical: 12 V, 35 /35 Watt, Digital ignition
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1"

"Luxury Hero Honda Glamour"

"The 125cc 'Quantum Core' engine provides the biker a great biking experience. The Glamour is equipped with the best of Japanese technology for a better fuel- efficiency and greater power of 6.72 BHP (9 KW) @ 7000 RPM. The fuel tank of Glamour is bigger compared to other bikes of its kind.
Besides, other unique of the hero honda Glamour bike are tri-pod instrumental panel, a trendy muffler along with heat guard, a spacious storage box that proves very user-friendly.
True to its name this hero honda bike is definitely glamorous if looks and performance are anything to go by. It strong structure, graphics and its sporty look has the power of pulling a lot of gazes.

Some of the colors in which the hero honda Glamour is available are:

* Metallic Blue
* Metallic Green
* Metallic Silver
* Blue Stripes on Black
* Metallic Maroon
* Metallic Orange
* Metallic Blue
* Blazing red
* Yellow Stripes on Black

Hero Honda Glamour Technical Specifications:

Engine: Air cooled, 4 stroke single cylinder OHC

Displacement: 124.7cc

Maximum power: 6.72 Kw (9 BHP) @7000RPM

Maximum torque: 10.35 N-m @ 4000RPM

Bore X stroke: 52.4 X 57.8 mm

Compression ratio: 9.1:1

Carburetor: Side Draft Variable Ventura (Piston)

Starting: Self Start/ Kick Start

Idle speed: 1400RPM"