You must have heard about terms like sprockets, sprocketing, gears and gearing etc. These are integral parts of any motorcycle engine and play significant role in performance delivery of your bike. Today we will try to explain not only the significance of these important parts in your motorbike but implications of altering these parts in the performance of bike also.
Coming directly to the point, this is all about what you need to choose between Suzuki Gixxer and Yamaha FZ older version. Yamaha did led the competition a tough way from the established manufacturers when they launched the FZ in 2008. Every manufacturer tried their best to snatch away their shares from those numerous FZ’s which were ruling the road. This is when Suzuki showcased their contender in the segment, the Gixxer after Yamaha updated the FZ series with new FZ Version 2.0 with latest 149cc fuel injected engine.
The other day one of my Facebook friends Mugees Shaikh messaged me a text, that he wanted to ask a question regarding his bike Hero Karizma R. I replied him to continue the conversation not knowing that this conversation with him will lead me to write an article about a process which often comes to our mind whenever we think or plan to spend our hard earned money and priceless time on attending the engine of our bikes.
The term Valvetrain or Valve Train is often used when we talk about 4-stroke engines, you might also come across terms like SOHC and DOHC while referring 4-stroke engine specifications. Ever wondered what these terms actually are? and what impact these technical jargon leave on performance or fuel economy of your bike?
It was all began way back in year 1984 when the Japanese auto giant Suzuki came to India and established as Ind-Suzuki Motorcycles Ltd. They have introduced a bike with modern 2-stroke 100cc engine (made in Japan) Ind-Suzuki AX100, it was the era predominant with the scooters and the choice for bikes were limited to Yezdi and Rajdoot motorcycles.
In India there’s always a great confusion among the riders, whether they should go for a faired Sportsbike or the naked Streetfighter. Its always about what sort of product you need, according to your usage it should be the thing you put your money on.
Getting your bike serviced regularly is one way to maintain your beloved motorcycle so that it not only last longer but also remains reliable for your daily commute and long journeys. But only a true biker can understand the joy of playing with its toy when it is stand still. Pampering you machine with either new performance parts or simply giving it a wash by yourself gives you an immense pleasure that can only be felt by a motorcycle enthusiast.
The cruiser segment of bikes are one of the most popular and sort after class of motorcycles, big cruiser bikes are now radially available in our country but they still come with hefty price tag. The cruisers of 600cc to 800cc are somewhat affordable in nature, this is a reason most hardcore fans of cruiser styling look into this segment with utmost passion.
There was a time when the entry level motorcycle segment was full of options and 150cc segment used to be considered as performance segment with a few options to choose from, Now the scenario has been changed drastically and we have ample of options available in almost every motorcycle segment, ranging from 100cc entry level bike segment to liter class and above supersport bikes. There is something for everyone to cater their individual needs, in fact now the availability of multiple offers from different manufacturers made the customers more confuse.
Mahindra Two Wheelers have taken what TVS has started to an altogether another level, features which were scarcely available in 4- wheelers now are relishly seen in auto gear scooters,all thanks to Mahindra. Features like Remote flip key, Find Me, Adjustable Seat and Anti theft alarm are only few to name.
