Category: New Bike Review
Yamaha has launched its two bikes in India MTR01 and YZF R1.The Japanese Company’s spokesperson said that the company will be coming up with new products in the Expo held in January 2008.Both the bikes will initially be launched in major cities like Ahmedabad, New Delhi, Bangalore and Chennai.
The launch bikes will be imported from European countries. The MTR01 has a 1,680 cc engine and YZF R1 is powered with a 998 cc engine. The bike may cost up to 10.5 lakhs when bought through an ex showroom in New Delhi and initially only five dealers will be given to sell the bikes. The dealers will increase to 50 by the end of the decade. The YZF-R1 is one of the most technically advanced bikes introduced in India by Yamaha that is one of the foremost Open-class production motorcycle.
Sporty Look of the Bike
The new bike has been improved with redesigned stylish head lights and a LED taillight. The design is fixed with a bigger ram-air intake and has got a screw less windscreen. The bike is attached with a multi-functional digital gauge that includes the adjustable shift light, dual trip meters, full-time clock, odometer, lap timer, temperature reader and a big 15,000 rpm analog tachometer.
The radial tyres are 120/70-ZR17 and 190/50-ZR17 that have great grasp on the roads and can be handled accurately by the biker. The foot pegs are also durable and light weighted. The hollow bolts and fasteners are helpful in reducing the overall weight of the bike. The toolkit is located conveniently and has a good storage space under the passenger seat of the bike. The drive chain is also a durable on having sealed O-ring. The bike is fixed with 8.6 AH battery light and compact battery.
Engine, Power, Torque
The bike is fixed with short stroke 4 cylinder (liquid cooled inline) powerful 998cc DOHC engine having 16-valves.The Yamaha’s Chip Control Throttle can also control the 32 bit ECU fuel injection system that helps it in giving a smooth power delivery .and it takes electronically adjusted funnel length between 65 or 140mm for a broad and immediate power liberation.
The fuel tank is located in the rear and the front has the Ram-Air-fed air box to increase power. The cylinder design helps in weight distribution and strengthens intake for improve cylinder filling and has a strong narrow engine and a narrow chassis.
The bike is equipped with high power and reduced frictions.MTR01 is strapped with a 1680 cc engine, YZF R1 has a 998 cc engine.
Comfort and Ride
Many changes have been made to the previous models of Yamaha as the earlier models were criticized for the power band and for it being out powered by other bikes like suzuki GSX-R1000 and kawasaki ZX-10R.The bike was inefficient in a crowded street due to the lack of low-end sound and the speed in mid ranges.
The new YZF-R1 bike is an advanced open class production motorcycle and all the 4 cylinders are powerful. The bike has the electronic variable length intake tunnel system and the throttle system has the YCC-T fly-by-wire system to provide control on the bike and the torque-limiting clutch is effective to slow the high speed of the bike. R1 has a very effective braking system. The bike has six-speed gearbox that makes it a compact bike that goes to higher velocities in less time
Engineering and Styling
Ramp-type slipper clutch helps it to stop with much ease and makes it fast on braking. The under seat exhaust system has a stainless steel midpipe and corner clearance is great. The radiator capacity on the new bike has been increased by 13% from the previous model and the aluminum liquid cooled oil cooler keeps the temp. stable of the bike. The ignition coils and dual-electrode spark plugs give an easy ignition as Deltabox frame is made up of aluminum.
The Open-class handling new truss-type swingarm improves the performance for the bike. The front brakes are 310 mm discs to give more braking power to R1.A new fully adjustable inverted KYB telescopic front fork has been added to the chassis. The calipers are also new that are six-piston radial-mount type and 5 –spoke wheel makes the bike to be easily brought in action and to be stopped immediately.
Special features
* MTR01 is a 1680 cc engine; YZF R1 has a 998 cc engine.
* Bike has 4 cylinder powerful 998cc DOHC engine having 16-valbes
* Bike has a Titanium underseat exhaust system having stainless steel midpipe
* Dual-electrode spark plugs system
* Dual 310mm front disc brakes
* High- and low-speed compression adjustable in the rear shock
* Five-spoke wheels
* 8.6 AH battery light
* Radial tyres are 120/70-ZR17 and 190/50-ZR17
Some positive and negative specifications of the bike
Positive features of the bike
* The bike has huge power and easy control system
* The gearbox functioning and brakes are powerful
* Grin factor is high
* Looks are just fantastic and stylish.
* Narrow bike with 8 headlights
* The bike is light and very fast.
* Replacement of exhaust is good.
* Road control is high
Negatives features of the bike
* At high speeds the bike makes sound and has vibrations
* A few bikers are complaining of uncomfortable riding position
* The seat gets heated on speeding the bike for some time due to the under seat pipes.
* Corner gets a bit wider and you need to put your weight to the front
* High wear factor
Category: New Bike Review
YAMAHA Motor Escorts Ltd (YMEL), the subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Corporation (YMC) of Japan, which was earlier an equal equity joint venture with the Delhi-based Escorts group, is planning to launch a four-stroke step-through bike by October this year.
The proposed bike will be the first offering from YMEL, after the erstwhile 50:50 joint venture company — Escorts Yamaha Motor Ltd (EYML) — was converted into a majority owned company of YMC, after the Japanese two-wheeler major bought an additi onal 24 per cent from the Escorts group.
After the Japanese partner became a majority owner in the joint venture, the name of the Indian company has recently been changed to YMEL.
The main focuses of the new bike would be ease of use and very high fuel efficiency, which YMC feels are the two `wants’ driving purchases in this segment. Accordingly, the step-through bike is expected to provide a fuel efficiency of over 80 km to a lit re of fuel.
Company officials could not be contacted for confirmation about the proposed new offering. However, sources said that the bike would sport a four-stroke engine, which would comply with the present stringent Bharat-2000 emission norms. Also, the engine is likely to have a capacity of about 100cc.
The company’s four-stroke bike, the YBX, which was launched in 1998 has not been received well by the market. Further, after Escorts’ successful motorcycle brand Rajdoot, the group has not been able to replicate the success with the offerings under the Y amaha brand. The Yamaha RX 100 model, which before being withdrawn due to new emission norms, had achieved considerable success.
YMEL has been focusing on exports of the YBX, after the poor pick-up in the domestic market. The company exported 1,858 bikes in June this year and 4,585 units cumulatively since April this year. This was compared to an average of about 450 bikes a month in 1998-99. The company is exporting largely to the neighbouring countries of Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and some other South Asian countries. Exports are likely to continue and include the new bikes being planned.
YMC is also said to be looking carefully at offering new-age designs for its forthcoming products. One of the common criticisms about the bikes offered by the erstwhile EYML was that the designs were dated.
The motorcycle business was a division of Escorts Ltd before it was hived off into a separate company and a collaboration with YMC was signed. Both the promoters had funded this joint venture by providing not only equity, but also preference capital and unsecured loans.
Now that YMC has taken control over the venture, managerial and funding changes are also likely during the next few months. The Japanese major is also expected to invest in modernising the engine shop at the company’s production facilities near Delhi, so urces said.
The equity sale deal between the two partners had been struck by Escorts for approximately Rs. 200 crores and the funds are expected to be brought in by Yamaha subsequently after obtaining the necessary approvals.
Mr. Rajan Nanda, Chairman and Managing Director of Escorts Ltd, had, at the time of announcing the transaction, said that Escorts believes that through this change in equity pattern, the company would be able to build global capabilities, bring in unrest ricted technology and offer a wide range of cost-effective quality products. He had also mentioned that the company would have the additional benefit of enlarging its scale of operations for manufacturing and supplying vehicles in overseas markets.
Escorts has, on its part, assured continued support for the joint venture and will provide a strong base for manufacturing facilities, country-wide dealership network and skilled manpower.
Category: New Bike Review
Yamaha MTR01 and YZF R1 Yamaha has launched its two bikes in India MTR01 and YZF R1.The Japanese Company’s spokesperson said that the company will be coming up with new products in the Expo held in January 2008.Both the bikes will initially be launched in major cities like Ahmedabad, New Delhi, Bangalore and Chennai. The launch bikes will be imported from European countries. The MTR01 has a 1,680 cc engine and YZF R1 is powered with a 998 cc engine. The bike may cost up to 10.5 lakhs when bought through an ex showroom in New Delhi and initially only five dealers will be given to sell the bikes. The dealers will increase to 50 by the end of the decade. The YZF-R1 is one of the most technically advanced bikes introduced in India by Yamaha that is one of the foremost Open-class production motorcycle. Sporty Look of the Bike
The new bike has been improved with redesigned stylish head lights and a LED taillight. The design is fixed with a bigger ram-air intake and has got a screw less windscreen. The bike is attached with a multi-functional digital gauge that includes the adjustable shift light, dual trip meters, full-time clock, odometer, lap timer, temperature reader and a big 15,000 rpm analog tachometer.
The radial tyres are 120/70-ZR17 and 190/50-ZR17 that have great grasp on the roads and can be handled accurately by the biker. The foot pegs are also durable and light weighted. The hollow bolts and fasteners are helpful in reducing the overall weight of the bike. The toolkit is located conveniently and has a good storage space under the passenger seat of the bike. The drive chain is also a durable on having sealed O-ring. The bike is fixed with 8.6 AH battery light and compact battery.
Engine, Power, Torque
The bike is fixed with short stroke 4 cylinder (liquid cooled inline) powerful 998cc DOHC engine having 16-valves.The Yamaha’s Chip Control Throttle can also control the 32 bit ECU fuel injection system that helps it in giving a smooth power delivery .and it takes electronically adjusted funnel length between 65 or 140mm for a broad and immediate power liberation.
The fuel tank is located in the rear and the front has the Ram-Air-fed air box to increase power. The cylinder design helps in weight distribution and strengthens intake for improve cylinder filling and has a strong narrow engine and a narrow chassis.
The bike is equipped with high power and reduced frictions.MTR01 is strapped with a 1680 cc engine, YZF R1 has a 998 cc engine.
Comfort and Ride
Many changes have been made to the previous models of Yamaha as the earlier models were criticized for the power band and for it being out powered by other bikes like suzuki GSX-R1000 and kawasaki ZX-10R.The bike was inefficient in a crowded street due to the lack of low-end sound and the speed in mid ranges.
The new YZF-R1 bike is an advanced open class production motorcycle and all the 4 cylinders are powerful. The bike has the electronic variable length intake tunnel system and the throttle system has the YCC-T fly-by-wire system to provide control on the bike and the torque-limiting clutch is effective to slow the high speed of the bike. R1 has a very effective braking system. The bike has six-speed gearbox that makes it a compact bike that goes to higher velocities in less time
Engineering and Styling
Ramp-type slipper clutch helps it to stop with much ease and makes it fast on braking. The under seat exhaust system has a stainless steel midpipe and corner clearance is great. The radiator capacity on the new bike has been increased by 13% from the previous model and the aluminum liquid cooled oil cooler keeps the temp. stable of the bike. The ignition coils and dual-electrode spark plugs give an easy ignition as Deltabox frame is made up of aluminum.
The Open-class handling new truss-type swingarm improves the performance for the bike. The front brakes are 310 mm discs to give more braking power to R1.A new fully adjustable inverted KYB telescopic front fork has been added to the chassis. The calipers are also new that are six-piston radial-mount type and 5 –spoke wheel makes the bike to be easily brought in action and to be stopped immediately.
Special features
* MTR01 is a 1680 cc engine; YZF R1 has a 998 cc engine.
* Bike has 4 cylinder powerful 998cc DOHC engine having 16-valbes
* Bike has a Titanium underseat exhaust system having stainless steel midpipe
* Dual-electrode spark plugs system
* Dual 310mm front disc brakes
* High- and low-speed compression adjustable in the rear shock
* Five-spoke wheels
* 8.6 AH battery light
* Radial tyres are 120/70-ZR17 and 190/50-ZR17
Some positive and negative specifications of the bike
Positive features of the bike
* The bike has huge power and easy control system
* The gearbox functioning and brakes are powerful
* Grin factor is high
* Looks are just fantastic and stylish.
* Narrow bike with 8 headlights
* The bike is light and very fast.
* Replacement of exhaust is good.
* Road control is high
Negatives features of the bike
* At high speeds the bike makes sound and has vibrations
* A few bikers are complaining of uncomfortable riding position
* The seat gets heated on speeding the bike for some time due to the under seat pipes.
* Corner gets a bit wider and you need to put your weight to the front
* High wear factor
Cost
The bikes MTR01 and YZF R1 premium cost Rs 10.5 lakh in Indian in an ex-showroom in Delhi.
Technical Specification YZF R1
| Type |
Liquid cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, forward inclined, parallel
4-cylinder |
| Displacement |
998 cc |
| Bore and stroke |
77.0 x 53.6 mm |
| Compression ratio |
12.7:1 |
| Max. power (with direct air induction) |
139 kW (189 HP) @ 12,500 rpm |
| Max. power (without direct air induction) |
132.4 kW (180 HP) @ 12,500 rpm |
| Max. torque (with direct air induction) |
118.3 Nm (12.1 kg-m) @ 10,000 rpm |
| Max. torque (without direct air induction) |
112.7 Nm (11.5 kg-m) @ 10,000 rpm |
| Lubrication |
Wet sump |
| Carburettor/Fuel supply |
Fuel injection |
| Clutch type |
Wet multiple-disc coil spring |
| Ignition |
TCI |
| Starter system |
Electric |
| Transmission |
Constant mesh, 6 speed |
| Final transmission |
Chain |
| Primary reduction ratio |
65/43 1.512 |
| Secondary reduction ratio |
45/17 2.647 |
| Gear ratio: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th |
38/15 2.533, 33/16 2.063, 37/21 1.762, 35/23 1.522, 30/22 1.364,
33/26 1.269 |
| Frame |
Aluminium die-cast Deltabox |
| Front suspension |
Telescopic forks, Ø 43 mm |
| Front wheel travel |
120 mm |
| Rear suspension |
Swingarm |
| Rear wheel travel |
130 mm |
| Caster angle |
24º |
| Trial |
102 mm |
| Front brake |
Dual discs, Ø 310 mm |
| Rear brake |
Single disc, Ø 220 mm |
| Front tyre |
120/70 ZR17MC (58W) |
| Rear tyre |
190/50 ZR17MC (73W) |
|
Dimensions
|
| Overall length |
2,060 mm |
| Overall width |
720 mm |
| Overall height |
1,110 mm |
| Seat height |
835 mm |
| Wheelbase |
1,415 mm |
| Min. ground clearance |
135 mm |
| Dry weight |
177 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity (reserve) |
18 litres (3.4 litres) |
| Oil capacity |
3.83 litres |
