The V-Strom 650 is a middle-weight adventure tourer from Suzuki. Based on the, V-Storm 1000, which is the companys flagship adventure tourer, the V-Storm 650 too carries forward the same design philosophy sporting a beak-like front fairing with vertically stacked headlamps and an adjustable windscreen. The bikes instrument console features an analogue tachometer paired with a multi-function, illumination adjustable display that offers the rider a wealth of information. In the 2019 edition, Suzuki added hazard lamps and side reflectors to the motorcycle.
The motorcycle has been built around a strong yet light-weight aluminium twin-spar chassis, featuring integrated mount points for panniers. It also comes with spoke wheels shod with tubeless radial dual-sport tyres. The motorcycle rides on 43mm adjustable telescopic forks up front and a monoshock with rebound and preload adjustment at the back. For braking, the motorcycle comes with 310mm twin-discs at the front and a 260mm disc at the back, with ABS as standard.
Powering the middle-weight motorcycle is a 650cc liquid-cooled V-twin that is capable of producing 71bhp and 62Nm. The motor comes with rider aids like three levels for traction control, Easy Start System and Low Rpm Assist. Transmission duties are handled by a 6-speed constant mesh gearbox.
The V-Strom 650 XT is available in two colours - Champion Yellow and Pearl White Glacier
The Apache RR 310 is the manufacturers first fully-faired 310cc bike. It carries forward the styling cues from the radical, carbon-fibre clad Akula 310 concept showcased at the 2016 Auto Expo.
The bike sports a sharp and edgy design language all through. It gets a visually tall windscreen, and the dual-LED projector headlamps give the Apache RR 310 a distinctive look. The rear section of the bike sports uniquely designed shark fin-like tail lamps under the split seat. It gets slightly higher set clip-on handlebars which provide for an upright stance, thus making it suitable for touring as well.
The Apache RR 310s instrument console is an LCD unit which displays the engine temperature, fuel level, speed, gear indicator, clock, odometer and side stand indicator. It also houses a unique tachometer which displays rpm in a vertically ascending manner. The Apache RR 310 shares its mirrors and switchgear with its other siblings. The bike is powered by a 310cc single cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected engine. This engine produces 34bhp and 27Nm of torque and is mated to a six-speed gearbox.
Suspension duties are handled by KYB inverted front forks and a preload adjustable monoshock at the rear. Stopping power on the bike comes from a 300mm front disc and a 240mm disc at the rear with dual-channel ABS as standard.
Suzuki has been making the V-Strom in Japan since 2002, although it introduced the model in global markets only by 2009. The V-Strom is a dual purpose adventure bike which incorporates design elements from other Suzuki models. It even borrows the fuel injection system from the track-bred GSX-R models.
Suzuki launched the V-Strom 1000 in India in February, at the 2014 Auto Expo. The brand also makes a smaller-engined version the V-Strom 650. The latter, however, is not in the offering for the Indian market at present due to customs regulations.
The V-Strom 1000 is powered by a 1037cc, V-twin, four stroke engine. This big displacement liquid cooled engine is mated to a 6-speed gearbox. The dual purpose model offers an adjustable windscreen, inverted telescopic front forks, a rear monoshock and dual disc brakes at the front.
Even the India-spec model comes with ABS as standard. Suzuki is currently selling the V-Strom in two colours only: Candy Daring Red and Pearl Glacier White.
The Saluto 125 is Yamahas premium commuter motorcycle positioned in the 125cc segment. It comes with Yamahas 'Blue Core' technology that is offered in the brands other models.
The Saluto looks more or less similar to the Yamaha SZ-R and gets all the basic features of a commuter bike. It features a front cowl with windscreen, 7.6-litre fuel tank, large horn and an electric starter. The Saluto 125 comes with telescopic forks up front and dual shocks at the rear. Braking is performed by drum brakes with an option of disc setup for the front. For the 2018 update, the motorcycle features Yamahas Unified Braking System (UBS) which partially applies the front brake simultaneously during complete application of the rear brake.
The Yamaha Saluto is powered by a 125cc, four-stroke, single-cylinder, carburetted mill that produces 8.2bhp of power and 9.8Nm of torque. This motor comes mated to a four-speed gearbox. The motorcycle weighs 112kg and the Japanese maker says that with the new 'Blue Core' technology, the Saluto 125 is capable of delivering good fuel economy.
The motorcycle is offered in four colour shades with new graphics. The Yamaha Saluto competes with the Bajaj Discover 125, Hero Super Splendor and Honda CB Shine in India
