i) 300CC TVS BMW Bikes coming soon
Just a couple of weeks more, and BMW will reveal it’s small capacity 300cc range of motorcycles.BMW has revealed that these bikes might have less horsepower, but will have the same engine behaviour as litre-class BMW motorcycles. Although built by Indian partner TVS for competitive pricing, these bikes will be authentic BMWs. There will be multiple models based on this same platform which we assume as – street fighter, supersport & adventure.
ii) Yamaha unveils cheaper YZF-R1S
Yamaha has revealed a cheaper version of their flagship superbike, the YZF-R1.Dubbed as the YZF-R1S, this model is noticeably cheaper in the pricing department, and also gets some equipment stripped off.
Changes:
- Steel conrods instead of titanium
- Steel exhaust headers instead of titanium
- Aluminium wheels instead of magnesium
- Aluminium engine cover instead of magnesium
- Aluminium sump instead of magnesium
- 4 kg heavier than normal R1
- No quick-shifter
- No ‘S’ sticker to hint at a cheaper variant
- Engine revvs to be limited by a fraction
- Powering the R1S will be the same 998cc, liquid-cooled, inline 4 cylinder, DOHC, 16 valves petrol motor matched to a 6-speed gearbox.
iii) 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R Revealed
Kawasaki has revealed the 2016 Ninja ZX-10R. Kawasaki claims that this new ZX-10R is the closest motorcycle from Team Green to the WSBK models.
Powering the new ZX-10R is a 998cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, inline-4, DOHC, 16-valve petrol motor producing 200 BHP of power and 113.5 Nm of torque matched to a 6-speed gearbox. The engine can pump 207 BHP of power with ram air.
Changes include:
- New engine with revised cylinder head
- Titanium exhaust system
- Electronic throttle valves
- Lighter internals
- Revised frame
- New swingarm
- Showa gas forks
- Brembo brakes
- 5 kg heavier than older model
You also get 5 power modes, Inertial Measurement Unit, S-KTRC (Sport-Kawasaki TRaction control), KLCM (Kawasaki Launch Control Mode), KIBS (Kawasaki Intelligent anti-lock Brake System), engine braking control, quick shifter, Ohlins electronic steering damper, etc.
iv) Honda working on a CBR 350RR
We’ve all been updated that Honda will reveal a supersport quarter-litre motorcycle later this month. Dubbed as the CBR250RR, this motorcycle will primarily be focused on the Asian market. Almost every top manufacturer has a 250cc offering in these markets but for Europe, all manufacturers have an upsized 300cc-350cc class model.
On similar lines, a recent update on the internet reveals that Honda will also launch a 350cc CBR350RR. As the name suggests, this motorcycle will have a sporty riding position compared to the Yamaha YZF-R3 & Kawasaki Ninja 300.
Powering the bike will be a 350cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, twin-cylinder motor producing well over 40 BHP of power matched to a 6-speed gearbox. Honda will surely add C-ABS on this motorcycle, considering it is available on the CBR250R as well.
v) 2016 Honda CBR 500RR revealed
Honda has revealed the refreshed 2016 CBR500R. Powering the bike is the same 471cc, liquid-cooled, parallel-twin petrol motor producing 47 BHP of power.
Changes include :-
- A complete new look based on a design theme of 'Aggressive Speed Shape'. Sharp and edgy character lines flow from its new front face - featuring steeply-angled dual LED lights – through to the upswept tail equipped with LED lighting.
- Front suspension upgraded with adjustable pre-load
- Larger fuel tank with new hinged fuel cap (the old one just came off in your hand).
- Adjustable brake levers
- Honda's 'wave' style ignition key
- A new shorter exhaust muffler for enhanced mass centralisation, with internal structure tuned for a satisfying low, crisp exhaust note.
- A range of dynamic new colour schemes.
vi) 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Revealed
Kawasaki has revealed the updated 2016 Ninja ZX-14R / ZZR1400 sports tourer and will go on sale globally very soon. Globally renowned as the reference machine for high mileage performance motorcycling, the ZZR1400 and ZZR1400 Performance Sport models have been refined even further, via a host of engine and chassis modifications.
Key to the ZZR1400 legend is its class leading power and torque characteristics, giving the machine wide versatility, from relaxed everyday riding to hypersport thrills. Utilising new settings in the ECU and a revised evaporative and exhaust system, the bike meets the latest Euro4 emission regulations without any drop in the power figures of this 1,441cc machine – 200PS.
Ensuring the fast rising speed and rpm readings stay in focus, a new instrument cluster features high-visibility dials and LCD displays using a dot-pattern background, plus black/white interchangeable displays for easy reading in both day and night time.
The already high-spec Performance Sport model receives further upgrades which would not look out of place on the World Superbike winning Ninja ZX-10R. Most obvious are the new Brembo M50 monobloc brake calipers, which combined with a Brembo radial-pump master cylinder and stainless steel brake lines, supply ultimate stopping power. The model also features an Öhlins TTX39 rear shock absorber with settings unique to the ZZR1400, plus Akrapovic silencers; a partnership forged from Kawasaki’s all-conquering World Superbike effort.
The new ZZR1400 models stay loyal to the machine’s substantial fan base, whilst taking the ZZR riding experience a step further.’
vii) Kawasaki reveals 2016 Vulcan S cafe
The Japanese manufacturer has now revealed the 2016 Vulcan S Cafe which is nothing but a cosmetic update.
- Three-tone paint
- Signature tank badging
- Dark-tinted windshield deflector
Powering the bike is a 650cc, 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, DOHC, liquid-cooled motor producing 63 Nm of torque matched to a 6-speed gearbox.
Kawasaki reveals 2016 Vulcan S Cafe
Vulcan S ABS Cafe
viii) Next-Gen Suzuki Hayabusa Rendered
Japanese sources have come up with a rendering image which is rumoured to be the next-generation Hayabusa.
The rendering image looks inspired by the concept GSX which was revealed a couple of months back. The styling overall looks a bit sleeker & looses the bulk at the front which the Hayabusa carried for quite a few years. However, the layout of the headlamp & turn indicators on the front fairing is reminiscent of previous Hayabusa models along with the air ducts at the front.
Quite a few styling changes are expected, but the Hayabusa will continue to look like a big sports tourer. With the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R getting updates quite frequently, Suzuki had to respond with a new Busa. What’s interesting is that the new Hayabusa is expected to be powered by an all-new 1,500cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke petrol motor. This motor is not only larger in capacity compared to the Kawasaki ZX-14R, but is also expected to be more powerful.
Let’s hope that this new model is revealed at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show.
ix) Suzuki GSX-R 250 Rendered
Another rendering image has emerged on the internet claiming that what you see could be the production-spec Suzuki Gixxer / GSX-R 250.
Suzuki had already confirmed that they are working on a bigger 250cc model. This bike is being developed by Suzuki in Japan.
The most important bit of news here is that powering this GSX-R250 would be a 250cc, parallel twin-cylinder petrol motor. ABS could be a possibility.
With this, Suzuki is targeting the Yamaha YZF-R3 & Kawasaki Ninja 300.
The rendering image hints that the Gixxer / GSX-R 250 will have a riding position similar to the Ninja 300, which is a bit relaxed and not too committed.
X) New Ninja 300 coming in 2016
Rendering images emerging on the internet hint that Kawasaki might introduce a new Ninja 300 in 2016.
As seen in this rendering image, the changes to the Ninja 300 are:
- Sharper headlamp & front fairing
- New side fairing
- Underbelly exhaust
- Revised rear panel
- New tail tidy
There are no details available yet if the chassis and engines will see any change. However, we do expect a few tweaks to the 300cc motor, to churn out equal or more power compared to the Yamaha YZF-R3.
The handlebar remains to be raised higher, to continue with the relaxed riding position.
This new model could be revealed at the Tokyo Motor Show or EICMA in Milan.
xi) End of the Honda Fireblade (Cbr 1000RR)
Honda could pull the plug off the popular Fireblade in due course of time.
The CBR1000RR continues to remain on sale at the moment, but sources on the internet claim that there are no development plans beyond 2017.
The current CBR1000RR is powered by a 999cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 16-valve, DOHC, inline-4 cylinder petrol motor producing 131 kW of power and 112 Nm of torque matched to a 6-speed gearbox.
The Fireblade could be replaced by a cheaper version of the RC213V-S. When ready, this all-new V4 1,000cc superbike will slot in above the Fireblade in the pricing department and pick up a fight against the new Yamaha YZF-1 & the BMW S1000RR.
vi) 2016 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R Revealed
Kawasaki has revealed the updated 2016 Ninja ZX-14R / ZZR1400 sports tourer and will go on sale globally very soon. Globally renowned as the reference machine for high mileage performance motorcycling, the ZZR1400 and ZZR1400 Performance Sport models have been refined even further, via a host of engine and chassis modifications.
Key to the ZZR1400 legend is its class leading power and torque characteristics, giving the machine wide versatility, from relaxed everyday riding to hypersport thrills. Utilising new settings in the ECU and a revised evaporative and exhaust system, the bike meets the latest Euro4 emission regulations without any drop in the power figures of this 1,441cc machine – 200PS.
Ensuring the fast rising speed and rpm readings stay in focus, a new instrument cluster features high-visibility dials and LCD displays using a dot-pattern background, plus black/white interchangeable displays for easy reading in both day and night time.
The already high-spec Performance Sport model receives further upgrades which would not look out of place on the World Superbike winning Ninja ZX-10R. Most obvious are the new Brembo M50 monobloc brake calipers, which combined with a Brembo radial-pump master cylinder and stainless steel brake lines, supply ultimate stopping power. The model also features an Öhlins TTX39 rear shock absorber with settings unique to the ZZR1400, plus Akrapovic silencers; a partnership forged from Kawasaki’s all-conquering World Superbike effort.
The new ZZR1400 models stay loyal to the machine’s substantial fan base, whilst taking the ZZR riding experience a step further.’
vii) Kawasaki reveals 2016 Vulcan S cafe
The Japanese manufacturer has now revealed the 2016 Vulcan S Cafe which is nothing but a cosmetic update.
- Three-tone paint
- Signature tank badging
- Dark-tinted windshield deflector
Powering the bike is a 650cc, 4-stroke, 2-cylinder, DOHC, liquid-cooled motor producing 63 Nm of torque matched to a 6-speed gearbox.
Kawasaki reveals 2016 Vulcan S Cafe
Vulcan S ABS Cafe
viii) Next-Gen Suzuki Hayabusa Rendered
Japanese sources have come up with a rendering image which is rumoured to be the next-generation Hayabusa.
The rendering image looks inspired by the concept GSX which was revealed a couple of months back. The styling overall looks a bit sleeker & looses the bulk at the front which the Hayabusa carried for quite a few years. However, the layout of the headlamp & turn indicators on the front fairing is reminiscent of previous Hayabusa models along with the air ducts at the front.
Quite a few styling changes are expected, but the Hayabusa will continue to look like a big sports tourer. With the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-14R getting updates quite frequently, Suzuki had to respond with a new Busa. What’s interesting is that the new Hayabusa is expected to be powered by an all-new 1,500cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke petrol motor. This motor is not only larger in capacity compared to the Kawasaki ZX-14R, but is also expected to be more powerful.
Let’s hope that this new model is revealed at the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show.
ix) Suzuki GSX-R 250 Rendered
Another rendering image has emerged on the internet claiming that what you see could be the production-spec Suzuki Gixxer / GSX-R 250.
Suzuki had already confirmed that they are working on a bigger 250cc model. This bike is being developed by Suzuki in Japan.
The most important bit of news here is that powering this GSX-R250 would be a 250cc, parallel twin-cylinder petrol motor. ABS could be a possibility.
With this, Suzuki is targeting the Yamaha YZF-R3 & Kawasaki Ninja 300.
The rendering image hints that the Gixxer / GSX-R 250 will have a riding position similar to the Ninja 300, which is a bit relaxed and not too committed.
X) New Ninja 300 coming in 2016
Rendering images emerging on the internet hint that Kawasaki might introduce a new Ninja 300 in 2016.
As seen in this rendering image, the changes to the Ninja 300 are:
- Sharper headlamp & front fairing
- New side fairing
- Underbelly exhaust
- Revised rear panel
- New tail tidy
There are no details available yet if the chassis and engines will see any change. However, we do expect a few tweaks to the 300cc motor, to churn out equal or more power compared to the Yamaha YZF-R3.
The handlebar remains to be raised higher, to continue with the relaxed riding position.
This new model could be revealed at the Tokyo Motor Show or EICMA in Milan.
xi) End of the Honda Fireblade (Cbr 1000RR)
Honda could pull the plug off the popular Fireblade in due course of time.
The CBR1000RR continues to remain on sale at the moment, but sources on the internet claim that there are no development plans beyond 2017.
The current CBR1000RR is powered by a 999cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, 16-valve, DOHC, inline-4 cylinder petrol motor producing 131 kW of power and 112 Nm of torque matched to a 6-speed gearbox.
The Fireblade could be replaced by a cheaper version of the RC213V-S. When ready, this all-new V4 1,000cc superbike will slot in above the Fireblade in the pricing department and pick up a fight against the new Yamaha YZF-1 & the BMW S1000RR.
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