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Technical Specs

Engine

Engine type 4-stroke, DOHC, 4-valve, V-type 4-cylinder

Engine cooling Liquid cooled

Displacement 1,679cc

Bore x stroke 90.0 x 66.0 mm

Compression ratio 11.3:1

Maximum power 147.2 kW (200 PS) @ 9,000 rpm

Maximum torque 166.8 Nm (17.0 kg-m) @ 6,500 rpm

Lubrication system Wet sump

Fuel System Fuel injection

Clutch type Wet, multiple-disc diaphragm spring

Ignition system TCI

Starter system Electric

Transmission system Constant mesh, 5-speed

Final transmission Shaft drive

Primary ratio 1.509

Secondary ratio 3.082

Gear ratio-1st gear 2.375

Gear ratio-2nd gear 1.810

Gear ratio-3rd gear 1.400

Gear ratio-4th gear 1.115

Gear ratio-5th gear 0.935

Fuel tank capacity 15 litres

Oil tank capacity 5.9 litres

Chassis

Chassis: Aluminium, Diamond-shaped

Front suspension system Telescopic forks, Ø 52 mm

Front travel 120 mm

Rear suspension system Swingarm (Link-type suspension)

Rear travel 110 mm

Caster angle 31°

Trail 148 mm

Front brake Dual discs, Ø 320 mm

Rear brake Single disc, Ø 298 mm

Front tyre 120/70 R18M/C (59V)

Rear tyre 200/50 R18M/C (76V)

Dimensions

Length 2,395 mm

Width 820 mm

Height 1,190 mm

Seat height 775 mm

Wheel base 1,700 mm

Minimum ground clearance 140 mm

Service weight 310 kg

Yamaha Accelerates

Launches Legendary Super-bike VMAX and Limited Edition of FAZER & FZ Series while renewing brand association with John Abraham

New Delhi, September 16, 2009: Overtaking the ordinary by miles and miles, and taking biking in India to a different echelon with astonishing performance and revolutionary muscular styling, India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd. today unveiled its legendary flagship muscle bike VMAX. The adrenalin pumping excitement was palpable with the presence of Bollywood hunk and Yamaha’s brand ambassador in India, John Abraham, a passionate biker himself. Adding to the festivity for its fans, Yamaha also introduced Limited Edition of Fazer and FZ Series including FZ-S, FZ16 bikes, which have gained immense popularity amongst the consumers in a short span.

Commenting on the occasion, Mr. Yukimine Tsuji, CEO, India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd., said, “India is one of the key markets for Yamaha. We are constantly shifting gears to transform the market from utility to pleasure & lifestyle. With the launch of all new VMAX, Yamaha brings a new credo for the bikers in India. Today, Yamaha is offering innovative designs, sporty looks and premium features across models as part of its strategy to give consumers a new thrill in biking. The limited edition of high demand model Fazer & FZ series is in line with this strategy. Also with the festive season round the corner, we expect limited editions to be an instant hit amongst biking enthusiasts”.

Talking about Yamaha’s association with John Abraham as its brand ambassador Mr. Tsuji added, “John is a passionate biker himself and fits the brand Yamaha. We are upbeat about John’s association with Yamaha and confident that it will catapult the concept of biking in India to a new level.”

Ford India’s small car, according to Autocar India, will be unveiled this month in India. Codenamed B517, it will be strapped with both petrol and diesel engines, the later could be the 1.4-liter Duratorq engine used on the Ikon and Fiesta, contradicting the 1.5-liter plans.

The new model will go on sale in March next year competing against cars like the Polo, Micra and new Chevy Spark.

Autocar also says the car will be displayed to the media by the president and CEO of Ford Motor Company, Alan Mulally, who will fly down to India for this event. As we reported earlier, the new small car will come with a 1.2-litre petrol engine apart from the all-important 1.4-litre diesel engine. The car is based on a phased out Fiesta platform (details yet to be confirmed).

Sources add the event is scheduled next week.

Update 2 – Prices announced (ex-showroom Delhi) -

New X-Trial -

X-Trail LE – 20.81 lakh

X-Trail SLK – 23.81 lakh

X-Trail SLK Automatic – 25.08 lakh

New Teana -

Teana 2.5 XL – 21.03 lakh

Teana 2.5XV – 25.40 lakh

Update 1 – Our man Madhok, who is at the Taj Lands End in the country’s financial capital, covering the launch of the new Nissan Teana and X-Trail informs me the function is on its way and the vehicles are ready to be unveiled.

We’ll be bringing you the official press release, price, details discussed during the launch and jaw-dropping photographs (nothing else results when Madhok starts clicking) in the next few hours. Keep watching this space for more updates.

If you don’t see a slideshow above, view all the images at the New Honda City Image Gallery

New Honda City additions -

1) Beige interiors

2) 5 spoke Alloy Wheels

3) Front Fog Lamps

4) Chrome door handles

5) Exhaust Finisher

6) Front & Rear mud guards

7) new fabric seats

Silver Colored Fan Knob

9) silver color inner door handles

10) door lining garnish and power windows panel

11) Dual front tweeters

For the full press release click here

Honda Siel Cars India launches the new City
Feature packed Honda City 1.5V adds more excitement to the festive season
(Tuesday, September 15, 2009, New Delhi)

New Delhi, September 15, 2009: Honda Siel Cars India (HSCI) Ltd., leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, today launched a new feature packed Honda City 1.5V and the new Honda City 1.5S with brand new beige interiors.

The top grade sparkling new variant of the Honda City has been launched as part of the Great Honda Fest promotion and will add to the festivities this season for all the Honda City lovers.

The new City 1.5V (MT & AT) comes with the introduction of attractive 5 spoke Alloy Wheels and elegant Front Fog Lamps for enhanced style and better visibility. The exterior looks of the new City 1.5V gets further stylized by addition of Chrome door handles, new Sporty Exhaust Finisher and Front & Rear mud guards.

The new variant has a complete new interior look with the newly introduced Beige high quality fabric seats, Silver Colored Fan Knob, silver color inner door handles, door lining garnish and power windows panel. The car also gets the Dual front tweeters which will enable the customers to enjoy their best quality music and a driver seat back pocket for added convenience.

The new Honda City will now be available as SMT, VMT and VAT. Additionally, all the variants will be available in 2 attractive types – Elegance and Inspire.

GM has launched a new styling package for the Chevrolet Aveo in the UK. This pack is applicable only for the 3-door model, but as we have seen in the past, only a matter of time before the 5-door gets the same creaming.

The styling pack consists of front and rear spoilers, side skirts, floor mats, chrome exhaust tailpipe and skid plates and chrome-effect door handles and interior air vents. Metallic paint is also included.

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