Tuesday, November 1, 2011

New TVS Scooty Streak launched

The ever-popular scooterette gets a makeover

TVS Motor Company recently launched a revamped avatar of their popular feminine scooter, the Scooty Streak. The new Streak comes with new graphics, sharper headlamp and LED tail lamps. Apart from that, it has a contoured seat, lower than its predecessor's to provide better ergonomics to the ladies . To add to it's practicality, the Streak has now been given a mobile charger and lockable front glove box too. It was time that company brushed up the looks and features of the Scooty to keep up with the competition and hopefully, the new avatar of the Streak will attract new customers too.

Yamaha SZ-R

Overview of Yamaha SZ-R

Yamaha wants to achieve its target of capturing 10% market share in the coming years by riding on volumes. The Japanese bike maker has been successful in capturing the imagination of the youth by producing performance oriented bikes likes the R15 and FZ series. The firm launched new models under SZ series that excited the masses who are looking for a reliable commuter bike. The models are:

- Yamaha SZ
- Yamaha SZ-X

Now, Yamaha India has took a step further with the launch of Yamaha SZ-R. It is a sportier version of Yamaha SZ-X and comes with new features and shades. The much needed addition is front disc brake which enhances the braking power for more safety.

Fast Facts About Yamaha SZ-R

- Powered by same 153cc engine that powers SZ and SZ-X
- Generates maximum power of 12 Bhp with maximum torque of 12.8 Nm
- Gets front disc brake, tachometer and has tank protector
- Gets clear lens flasher, colored handle grip end ba
- Features painted muffler end caps along with special graphics
- Available in 3 shades: Quality Black, Quality Red and Quality Blue.

Design of Yamaha SZ-R

The design of Yamaha SZ-R is same like the SZ-X, the only change will be that it will get front disc brake and new color combinations. Yamaha SZ-R comes with front disc brake, tachometer and has tank protector added to the fuel tank to make it appear even larger. The bike also has clear lens flasher, colored handle grip end bar, painted muffler end caps along with special graphics. Yamaha SZ-R competes with the likes of Bajaj XCD 135, Hero Honda Hunk, Suzuki Zeus and Honda Unicorn.

Engine of Yamaha SZ-R

Yamaha SZ-R is aimed to deliver power with comfort and might sport the 153cc engine from the FZ range. Previously it was expected Yamaha SZ-R will feature the 125cc engine from the Gladiator series but Obviously seeking buyers who are looking for more out of their commuter bikes Yamaha India decided to plonk the 153cc engine from FZ Series. So what they get is more power, comfort and styling. The engine of Yamaha SZ-R generates maximum power of 12 Bhp at 7500 rpm with maximum torque of 12.8 Nm at 4500 rpm.

Expected Fuel Economy of Yamaha SZ-R

It is expected that Yamaha SZ-R will return mileage of around 60-70 kmpl in mixed driving conditions.

Shades Available in Yamaha SZ-R

Yamaha SZ-R is available in 3 shades - Quality Black, Quality Red and Quality Blue.