Teaser of BIKE India Feb 2001 issue

While the new Feb issue of BIKE India is on stands now, those who wanna see a few pages can do it online. Go to http://www.issuu.com/ngpl/docs/bi_feb_10_teaser

2010 Yamaha FZ8 naked and FZ8 Fazer8 (faired)

Yamaha today revealed that the new 800cc FZ8 will also be sold in a faired version, probably called as the Yamaha FZ8 Fazer or the Fazer8

Here is the mail I got..

Dear bunny, Welcome to the first official FZ8 News. Back in November we released the headlight shot of the FZ8. Today the surprises keep on coming as we reveal a detail of the FZ8 Fazer. Yes, you read that correctly. The FZ8 will also be available in faired version with the same outstanding performance for an exhilarating riding experience. More news on both FZ8 and FZ8 Fazer will be revealed on March 12th, 2010 and will be delivered directly to your inbox! The countdown has begun. Till then, Yamaha

Valentino Rossi's 2010 Yamaha YZF-M1 to be shown at Sepang

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The 2010 variant of World MotoGP champ Valentino Rossi's racing bike, the Yamaha YZF-M1 will be shown at Sepang in Malaysia on the 4th of February - just a few days from now. This will also be a showcase for the bike's new colors. Stay tuned for more.

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ALSO SEE:

1. Met god - Rossi!

Official: Bimota HB4 Moto2 Race bike

After the successful release of the Bimota DB8, the company recently unveiled the new HB4 Moto2 race bike.



The Bimota HB4 Moto2 is known for its chassis design and ofcourse its sexy Italian looks. It featurs a steel and cast magnesium trellis frame around the Honda motor. The chassis also features an adjustable steering head and engine mounts system.
Suspension comes from Paioli up front, and Öhlins in the back. Brembos do the duty of stopping the bike!

New Poll created

This was our last poll
Q: 2008 Kawasaki ZZR-1400 or 2008 Suzuki Hayabusa.

Out of a total of 468 votes,
1. ZZR1400 (ZX-14) : 198 votes or 42%
2. New 'Busa : 214 votes or 45%
3. Close call : 28 votes or 5%
4. No, a litre class SBK will do : 63 votes or 13%

Clearly, the world is in love with the mighty Busa!!

Please take out a minute and cast your vote in this new poll - see the right side vertical window. You might have to scroll down a little.

Thanks!

Motorcycle air-conditioner. No more sweating in summers!

In countries like India, where temperatures cross 40 degrees easily in summers, we bikers often find it difficult to go out for a ride. However, EntroSys has developed a unique A/C for motorcyclists. No, I am not kidding. Check out this video yourself.

Though it seems to work nicely, i would want to see a system wherein the pipe connects to the air-vest which also has full sleeves to keep our arms cool. And later, can we have an air-pant too please? :-D

Note: The system works as a heater too for winter riding!

2010 Harley Davidson Forty-Eight 48 revealed

Times haven't been very good for Harley Davidson recently. For example, the company is holding an auction for Buell's assets on the 28th of January 2010. However, in the middle of all this comes a little surprise from H-D. They have revealed the 2010 Forty-Eight or as well call it, the H-D 48.
The Forty Eight is based on the 1200 Platform and gets the 48 name from the 1948 H-D S-model, which was the first bike to have a peanut shaped fuel tank.

The H-D 48 sits low, has a chopped seat and yes, the small tank holds only 2.1 gallons of fuel! The 48 goes on sale just under US$11k.

TVS Scooty Hybrid ridden

TVS takes an eco-friendly initiative with the new hybrid Scooty.



Apart from the usual crop of Indian and imported motorcycles, the recently held Auto Expo in New Delhi also had a range of electric two-wheelers on display from close to a dozen manufacturers. But no matter how green these little wheels may be, there is always that mental block we have with their overall performance and of course, their operating range. However, TVS had something out of the box as an answer to these typical shortcomings - a lineup of sparkling white Scootys on display...

Read more HERE

February 2010 Issue of BIKE INDIA : Not to be missed!

The February 2010 issue of BIKE India is jam packed with stuff you wouldn't want to miss out on. On stands by 25th Jan (monday). Here is a brief on what is on offer



1. We ride the crazy new Kawasaki Z1000
2. We pit the new Pulsar 135 against a 125cc (Stunner) and a 150cc (Unicorn)
3. Our annual awards : Who won what
4. Two-wheeler mecca : The Auto Expo - Full dope
5. We meet Rossi : the interview
6. 1660km across 5 states on the 'Busa and the CB1000R
7. TVS Jive vs Honda Activa : Is the clutchless Jive more practical and easy than a scooter?
8. Free MotoGP Calendar

Met God! Valentino Rossi was in town...

This guy needs no introduction. The guru of motorcycling, a person worshiped by millions around the world, Valentino Rossi was in India recently for two days. This was a chance of a lifetime to meet up with the champ, shake hands, pose for pics, and ofcourse bombard him with questions pertaining to his personal as well as professional life.

Read more about the legend in the Feb 2010 issue of BIKE INDIA magazine. In the meantime, enjoy the picture above : Thats me with the god of biking.

Cyril Despres grabs third win at Dakar

French rider Cyril Despres managed to make it three : He won yet another Dakar rally, this time on his KTM 690 Rally replica. For more dope, click HERE

Harley India to auction the tricolor Fat Boy

Remember the shining Harley Fat Boy in Indian tricolors at the recently held Auto Expo? Well, the news is that this one is up for grabs and will be the first official Harley to be sold in India. But there is a little catch... Read more HERE