2010 Ducati Hypermotard 796 launched

Remember we told you about the Hypermotard 796 on 17th September (READ). The Italian motorcycle maker has finally launched the bike at a MSRP of $9995 - that is a cool $5000 less than its bigger sibling.

The engine is air-cooled, sports two valves per cylinder and puts out 81 horsepower and 56 lb-ft of torque. The bike also sports an APTC clutch and a single-sided swingarm along with redesigned top and bottom fork clamps and a revised steel trellis frame. The Ducati Hypermotard 796 will be sold in Ducati red and matte black in addition to the cool matte white scheme.

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Hero Honda Karizma ZMR launched

Yet another Hero Honda rolls in.
The world's biggest manufacuturer of two-wheelers, Hero Honda rolled out a new upgrade of the 223cc Karizma today. Called the ZMR, the bike has been priced at Rs 91,000 (USD 1900) and will come with features like a full body cowl and fuel injection.

The power has gone up slightly to 17.8PS, though there wont be a much of a difference in the performance.

For more details, see BIKE INDIA

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2010 Ducati Hypermotard 796 ?

Didnt we all love the Ducati Hypermotard 1100? The only issue with that was the high price - a bike not meant for everyone. But Ducati seems to have an answer in the form of the new 2010 Hypermotard 796. And this one is coming soon! No, this one wont really be a less radical Hypermotard, rather a more affordable one. Just like the current Hypermotard is based around the Monster 1100, this one too be made around the smaller Monster 696. There is every possibility though that the Ducati Hypermotard 796 might use a modified current 696 unit.

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2010 Suzuki Bandit and GSX1250FA coming to USA ?

Suzuki recently showcased the new updated Suzuki Bandits for 2010 : the GSF1250 and the GSX1250FA. There are slight changes and the bikes do look better. These high capacity machines with touring abilities have always had a good market in the US. But will these two upgrades come to US?

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Scoop Image of Yamaha YZF-R250?

Is this the real thing? We told about Yamaha's plans for a 250cc super-sport machine way back in March 2008. Now we came across a Japanese magazine carrying a picture of this new Yamaha YZF-R250 bike. Is this for real? Is this just a concept? A rendering? Our fingers are crossed!

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New R1 LE gets Rossi’s Fiat Yamaha MotoGP team graphics; R6 gets minor updates to boost power
Yamaha Motor Corp USA released info on its new ’10 models today, with an R1 LE model in Valentino Rossi/Fiat Yamaha MotoGP graphics heading the list. The new livery is basically the same as the MotoGP team bikes, with sponsor logos, Rossi’s famous “46” number on the nose fairing, and “The Doctor” stickers on the windscreen; there is also a replica of Rossi’s signature on top of the fuel tank. Mechanically, however, the R1 LE is identical to the standard model—so that means no Ohlins suspension and forged aluminum wheels as with the previous R1 LE edition in ’06. But the flip side to that omission is that the price is much more reasonable, with the ’10 R1 LE listing for $14,500. The standard model will be available in Raven, Pearl White, and Team Yamaha Blue/White motifs with a starting MSRP of $13,290.

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2010 Yamaha VMax VMX17 details

Here are the details of the 2010 Yamaha V-Max VMX17

Unlike any other motorcycle available today, the 2010 Yamaha VMAX is truly in a class of its own. The awesome acceleration and muscular beauty combines with sporty handling and Yamaha's latest electronic engine management technologies to offer an incredibly exhilarating riding experience.

The 2010 Yamaha VMAX has always been the untimate muscle bike, and the 2010 VMAX is the awesome result of its evolutionary journey. The unique features of this iconic beast are richly blended with advanced sportbike technology and forward-thinking style. It all ads up to a machine with immense performance and visual power.

There's only one VMAX.

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Mahindra launches Rodeo and Duro

Mahindra Two-wheelers today launched two scooters in India. The Rodeo and the Duro both share the same 125cc engine that also powers the Flyte.
The Rodeo is competitively priced at Rs. 41,299 (ex-showroom Pune) while at Rs. 38,299 (ex-showroom Pune) the Mahindra Duro is a good value for money.

For more dope on the scooters, see - http://www.bikeindia.in/news/BikeNews/Mahindra-launches-new-scooters/