Thursday, January 12, 2012

Auto Expo 2012 Comes to An End with a Valedictory Ceremony : BikeAdvice

Auto Expo 2012 Comes to An End with a Valedictory Ceremony : BikeAdvice

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Auto Expo 2012 Comes to An End with a Valedictory Ceremony

Posted: 12 Jan 2012 06:54 AM PST


Original Source: Auto Expo 2012 Comes to An End with a Valedictory Ceremony from BikeAdvice.in

‘Team BikeAdvice’ has given its maximum effort to the core in getting our readers updated with all the happenings live and direct from Pragati Maidan, the venue for Auto Expo 2012 in the capital city. The gala event which is THE biggest in the sub-continent has finally come to an end with its valedictory session.

Commenting at the valedictory session of the 11th Auto Expo in Delhi, Mr. Kamal Nath, Minister of Urban Development, congratulated CII (Confederation of Indian Industries), SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers) and ACMA (Automotive Component Manufacturers Association of India) on successfully organizing this biggest expo. Mr. Kamal Nath said that he was delighted to see the increasing vitality in every expo and changing profile of visitors since 2006, with the age profile of visitors falling every year. He further said that this sector has been an index of the economic health of the nation and after observing the success of the Auto Expo, nobody can say that the Indian automobile industry has been seeing a down trend.

He stated that in the last several years India has been both adopting and adapting to globalization challenges. Yet India has been unique in some sense, with its youthful demographic profile. He stressed that growing disposable income in rural areas will be key for the growth of this sector. He further stated that growing urbanization is a huge challenge for the government and a strong urban planning process is needed to address this issue.

Mr. Rajive Kaul, Chairman, Auto Expo 2012 Steering Committee and Past President & Chairman – Trade Fairs, CII, declared this Expo a huge success. He stated that this time around 1500 exhibitors from 24 countries (Oh, that's just great) have participated with 58 new launches, 9 new concepts and 12 green vehicles. This figure here includes the launch of all automobiles which includes two, three and four vehicles Large crowds visiting the exhibition demonstrate the high aspiration of India's young population. Although the auto industry has been constrained by several challenges such as high inflation, high interest rates and depressed global economy, this Auto Expo has been a success despite all odds. There has been a sheer display of quality, technology, design and R&D capability at every pavilion. The Indian automobile sector is now at par with global standards and has emerged as a global manufacturing hub. With these capabilities, he said that the auto industry which has been growing at a compound annual growth rate of 15% over the past 5 years should continue the growth streak in future as well.

Mr. S. Sandilya, President, SIAM, said that this Auto Expo has displayed new launches and has also facilitated direct dialogue between producers and customers. He, however, has asked for a bigger venue and change in the timing of the Expo from January to early February to accommodate people's expectations.

Mr. Arvind Kapur, President, ACMA, said that despite all odds and infrastructure challenges, this Auto Expo has been a success. In addition, he highlighted that OEMs are playing a pivotal role in the growth of Indian auto sector. The Indian auto industry is now ready to compete with the best in the world and is eagerly looking forward to many more such exhibitions. However, he highlighted that in order to showcase the achievements of the industry in a better format, a bigger venue is required.

What do you feel about this auto expo? We've to agree the fact that many companies which were hyped to launch their new products failed to keep up their words. Leave your comments in the form of words below.

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M.Naren.
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Triumph Stall at Auto Expo 2012 – Models, Details & Prices

Posted: 12 Jan 2012 04:57 AM PST


Original Source: Triumph Stall at Auto Expo 2012 – Models, Details & Prices from BikeAdvice.in

Our generation would be a witness to the oncoming of the iconic bike makers – the UK's mighty Triumph. Triumph is starting their operations in India with 7 new launches from their 2012 international lineup. And Triumph was in full swing when they displayed all the models at the Auto Expo 2012. Let's take a closer look at what all the hoopla is all about.

I would be listing down all the 7 models in ascending order of their price along with the major details of the bike. Read them and understand what these might be made up of. Also listed are the ex-showroom prices of all the bikes which were given to me by the officials (more aptly a beautiful lady) at the Triumph stall at the Auto Expo 2012.

All the Triumph models would come with a 2 year and unlimited mileage warranty as standard.

Bonneville (Rs 5.5 Lakhs)

  • Modern Classic
  • Powered by an 865cc DOHC parallel twin motor
  • Surprisingly this is an Air cooled engine
  • Produces peak power of 68PS @ 7500rpm & max torque of 68Nm @ 5800 rpm
  • Comes with a 5 speed gearbox
  • Tyres: Front – 110/70 R17 ; Rear – 130/80 R17
  • Brakes: Front – Single 310mm disc with Nissin twin piston caliper; Rear – Single 275mm disc with Nissin twin piston caliper
  • Analogue speedometer with odometer, tripmeter and clock
  • Saddle height at a very low 740mm (adjustable)
  • 2115 x 790 x 1130 (Length x Width x Height in mm)
  • Wheelbase: 1490mm
  • 16 liters of fuel tank capacity
  • Weighs a heavy 225 kg all inclusive
  • Would be available in Phantom Black & Aurum Gold
  • This would be the cheapest Triumph at 5.5 lakhs ex showroom

Having seen this bike for the first time, it looks a very huge version of Yamaha RD350. True classic and contemporary styling.

Street Triple (Rs 5.75 Lakhs)

  • Naked Sports
  • Powered by a 12 valve DOHC inline 3 cylinder 675cc liquid cooled engine
  • Capable of producing an insane 106PS @ 11700 rpm. Max torque of 68Nm @9200 rpm
  • Sports a 6 speed gearbox
  • Tyres: Front – 120/70 R17 ; Rear – 180/55 R17
  • Brakes: Front – Twin 308mm disc with Nissin twin piston caliper; Rear – Single 220mm disc with Nissin single piston caliper.
  • Digital speedometer, trip meter, analogue tachometer, lap timer, gear indicator, programmable gear change lights and clock
  • Saddle height at 800mm (adjustable)
  • 2000 x 735 x 1060 (Length x Width x Height in mm)
  • Wheelbase: 1410mm
  • 17.4 liters of fuel tank capacity
  • Weighs a heavy 189 kg all inclusive
  • Would be available in Phantom Black, Imperial Purple & Crystal White
  • Price – 5.75 lakh ex showroom

At this price this bikes makes immense sense. I am sure the era of twin lights is coming back and in style. With a pronounced styling Street Triple is the bike I would love to own with my senses open.

Daytona 675 (Rs 7 Lakhs)

  • Super Sports
  • Powered by a liquid cooled 12 valve DOHC inline 3 cylinder 675cc engine
  • Capable of producing a humongous power output of 125PS @ 12600 and 72Nm of peak torque @ 72Nm
  • 6 Speed gearbox
  • Tyres: Front – 120/70 R17 ; Rear – 180/55 R17
  • Brakes: Front – Twin 308mm disc with Nissin four piston caliper; Rear – Single 220mm disc with Nissin single piston caliper.
  • Digital speedometer, trip meter, analogue tachometer, lap timer, gear indicator, programmable gear change lights and clock
  • Saddle height @ 830mm
  • 2020 x 710 x 1105 (Length x Width x Height in mm)
  • Wheelbase: 1395mm
  • 17.4 liters of fuel tank capacity
  • Weighs a heavy 185 kg all inclusive
  • Would be available in Phantom Black & Diablo Red
  • Price – 7 lakh ex showroom

I don't know how the R6 rides. I don't know how this Daytona rides. But if there is any other bike which seems so desirable after the R6, it is this one!

Speed Triple (Rs 8 Lakhs)

  • Naked Sports
  • Elder brother of Street Triple
  • Powered by a 12 valve DOHC inline 3 cylinder 1050cc liquid cooled engine
  • Capable of producing 135PS @ 9400 rpm. Max torque of 111Nm @7750 rpm
  • Sports a 6 speed gearbox
  • Tyres: Front – 120/70 R17 ; Rear – 190/55 R17
  • Brakes: Front – Twin 320mm disc with Brembo 4 piston caliper; Rear – Single 225mm disc with Nissin single piston caliper.
  • Digital speedometer, fuel gauge, trip meter, analogue tachometer, gear indicator, programmable gear change lights, lap timer, service interval announcement
  • Saddle height at 825mm (adjustable)
  • 2100 x 795 x 1110 (Length x Width x Height in mm)
  • Wheelbase: 1435mm
  • 17.5 liters of fuel tank capacity
  • Weighs a heavy 214 kg all inclusive
  • Would be available in Phantom Black, Diablo Red & Crystal White
  • Price – 8 lakh ex showroom

If your insatiable quest doesn't get quenched by the smaller Triple (which in itself is insanely bigger), consider this mammoth to be parked at your doors – Simply a drool maal.

Tiger 800XC (Rs 11.4 Lakhs)

  • Off roader
  • Powered by a 12 valve DOHC inline 3 cylinder 799cc liquid cooled engine
  • Capable of producing 95PS @ 9300 rpm. Max torque of 79Nm @7850 rpm
  • Sports a 6 speed gearbox
  • Tyres: Front – 90/90 ZR17 ; Rear – 150/70 ZR17
  • Brakes: Front – Twin 308mm disc with Nissin 2 piston calipers; Rear – Single 255mm disc with Nissin single piston caliper.
  • Digital speedometer, trip meter, analogue tachometer, gear indicator, fuel gauge, service indicator and clock
  • Saddle height at 845mm (adjustable)
  • 2215 x 865 x 1390 (Length x Width x Height in mm)
  • Wheelbase: 1545mm
  • 19 liters of fuel tank capacity
  • Weighs a heavy 215 kg all inclusive
  • Would be available in Phantom Black, Intense Orange & Crystal White
  • Price – 11.4 lakh ex showroom

For the off-roading junkies who just can't find something right till now, your tool has arrived! Not my type though!

Storm (Rs 17 Lakhs)

  • Power Cruiser
  • Powered by a DOHC parallel twin 270 degree 1699cc liquid cooled engine
  • Capable of producing 98PS @ 5200 rpm. Max torque of (cough cough…!) 156Nm @2950 rpm
  • Sports a 6 speed gearbox
  • Tyres: Front – 120/70 R19 ; Rear – 200/50 R17
  • Brakes: Front – Twin 310mm discs with Nissin 4 piston calipers; Rear – Single 310mm disc with Brembo twin piston calipers
  • Analogue speedometer, integrated rev counter, scroll button on handlebars, Trip computer, fuel gauge and clock
  • Saddle height at 700mm (adjustable)
  • 2240 x 880 x 1120 (Length x Width x Height in mm)
  • Wheelbase: 1615mm
  • 22 liters of fuel tank capacity
  • Weighs 339 kgs all inclusive ONLY!
  • Would be available in Matt Black & Jet Black
  • Price – 17 lakh ex showroom

Name it hurricane, storm, earthquake, it simply seemed built for purpose – a purpose to demolish stuff. Those torque and power figures can put modern cars to shame. Shell out 17 lakh and you can make this as your new home.

Rocket III Roadster (Rs 22 Lakhs)

  • Power Cruiser
  • Powered by a DOHC inline 3 cyliner 2294cc liquid cooled engine
  • Capable of producing 148PS @ 5750 rpm. Max torque of (** Author faints**) 221Nm @2750 rpm
  • Sports a 5 speed gearbox; shaft drive
  • Tyres: Front – 150/80 R19 ; Rear – 240/50 R16
  • Brakes: Front – Twin 320mm discs with Nissin 4 piston calipers ABS; Rear – Single 316mm disc with Brembo twin piston calipers ABS
  • Analogue speedometer with LCD odometer, trip information, clock, analogue tachometer, fuel level indicator and gear indicator
  • Saddle height at 750mm (adjustable)
  • 2500 x 970 x 1165 (Length x Width x Height in mm)
  • Wheelbase: 1695mm
  • 24 liters of fuel tank capacity
  • Weighs 367 kgs all inclusive Only!
  • Would be available in Phantom Black, Phantom Red Haze, Phantom Blue Haze
  • Price – 22 lakh ex showroom Only

If this were not a public forum and you people were not reading this, I would have expressed my feelings better. This is the hugest bike I have ever seen with my naked eye. Considering its specs, It feels it could gulp down roads without burping even once. If you are eyeing this colossal creature start gymming right away. If God gives me immense money and close all my senses, this Rocket would be my choice!

By,
Saad Khan
Team BikeAdvice

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