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Safety ride tips

Motorcycle riding is great fun and an exciting sport. Motorcycle riding also requires that some extra precautions be taken to ensure the safety of the rider and passenger. These precautions are: Wear a Helmet Motorcycle safety equipments starts with the quality helmet. One of the most serious injuries that can happen is a head injury. Always wear a properly approved helmet. Always assure that the strap is properly locked. Riding Apparel Loose, fancy clothing can be uncomfortable and unsafe when riding your motorcycle. Choose good quality motorcycle riding apparel when riding your motorcycle.( ie)Sleeved shirt and trousers. Familiarize yourself with the motorcycle Your motorcycle skill and your mechanical knowledge form the foundation of safe riding practices. We suggest that you practice riding your motorcycle in a non- traffic situation until you are thoroughly familiar with your machine and its controls. Remember practice makes perfect. Wet Roads Riding on wet roads (or) rainy days requires extra caution. Braking distance doubles on a rainy day, as the friction between the motorcycle tyre and the road reduces. Stay off the painted surface marks, manhole covers and greasy appearing areas as they can be especially slippery. Use extreme caution on railway crossings and on metal gratings and bridges. Whenever in doubt about road condition, slow down. Tyre Always maintain the correct tyre pressure recommended by company High pressure leads to poor road contact, it may lead to skidding while taking a turn or applying brake. Low pressure leads to wobbling, overheating and low pickup. Braking Always apply both the brakes for effective stoppage of vehicle. Caution: Don’t disengage the clutch while braking. Never apply single brake separately as it can result into skidding of the motorcycle there by causing serious accident. Attending Calls Never attend cell phone when you are driving. Park the motorcycle on side of the road and only then attend the calls for yours and others safety. Early Start Always plan your journey before you travel. Start early to avoid speeding, aggressive driving, frustration normally leads to accident. Ride Wisely Always stick to the left lane and leave the right lane for faster vehicles. Never ride in the blind spot zone when following the vehicle, always maintain min distance for better stoppage of vehicle. Sudden side winds, which can occur when being passed by larger vehicles at tunnel exits or in hilly areas, can affect your control. Reduce your vehicle speed and be alert to side winds. Hill Riding While climbing up hill, motorcycle may begin to slow down and show lack of power, immediately shift to lower gears to maintain the momentum. Use engine brakes and lower gears for safe travel. Don’t ride down with neutral which leads to lose of control. Turns Hard braking while turning may cause wheel skid and lose of control. Brake before you begin to turn.

suzuki Access

Dimensions And Dry Mass
Overall length	1780 mm
Overall width	650 mm
Overall height	1125 mm
Wheelbase	1250 mm
Ground clearance	160 mm
Seat height	780 mm
Dry mass	109 kgs
Engine
Type	Four-stroke, Air-cooled,OHC
Number of cylinders	1
Displacement	124 cm3 (cc)
Max Power	6.4 Kw@7000rpm (8.58hp@7000rpm)
Max Torque	9.8Nm@5000rpm (1.0kg-m@5500rpm)
Transmission	CVT
Starter system	Self & Kick
Suspension
Front	Telescopic
Rear	Swing-arm
Brake
Front	Drum brake (130 mm)
Rear	Drum brake (130 mm)
Tyre Size
Front	90/100-10
Rear	90/100-10
Electrical
Spark plug	CHAMPION P-RZ9HC
Battery	12V, 5Ah
Headlamp	12V 35/35W
Fuel Tank : Capacities
Tank capacity	6.4 L
Underseat space	20 L

Gladiator SS and RS

Japanese bike major Yamaha has made sport biking more accessible in India with Gladiator Type SS and Type RS. Packed with 28 new features, this 4-stroke, 11 bhp and 5-speed bike combines sports biking and style and the focus is on performance, styling, handling and comfort.

Yamaha’s race-bred technology delivers an enhanced ride, agile cornering and precise braking. The result is enjoyable sport biking experience. Added to this, the new Gladiator Type SS and RS have been designed for substantial improvement in running performance, overall sporty design and product reliability with added advantages of practical functionality, fuel economy and cost effectiveness.

Describing Gladiator as a next generation bike, T Maeda, chief marketing & sales officer, Yamaha Motor India says, “The Gladiator Type SS and Type RS have been designed to be true to the Yamaha DNA. In its category (125 cc), it is the only machine that can deliver a sport biking experience which is intrinsic to Yamaha brand. Catering to the young, evolving lifestyle market, Gladiator Type SS and Type RS will target young students or young executives who seek a solid machine with good overall product balance and distinctive style. The Type SS and Type RS is a strong product and we are confident it will drive our sales to the fifth gear.”

The Gladiator showcases benchmark 125cc styling, refinement and a free-revving 11 bhp engine with Yamaha Throttle Position Sensor (YTPS) technology that delivers improved standing acceleration. Its 5 speed close ratio transmission allows the rider to make the most of a wide power band to experience excellent performance in both around-turn and high-speed riding.

Aerodynamic racy under cowl, sporty tachometer, wind tunnel designed front cowl, lightweight aluminium wheels and powered front disc brakes gives it a dynamic yet sophisticated look. According to the bike will deliver a mileage of 67 km per litre on actual city road conditions. The Gladiator Type SS will be offered in two colours--yellow and red and Type RS in blue.

The bike will be priced at Rs 46,350 onwards ex-showroom. The company recently rolled out two of its flagship models the Super Sports YZF - R1 and the Torque Sports MT01 in the Indian market. Both are classic Yamaha bikes and will help build its brand and image in India.

Yamaha Alba

Yamaha Alba

Dimensions and Weight
Wheelbase	1300 mm
Weight	123 kgs
Engine
Model Designation	Single Cylinder Air Cooled
Start	Kick Start
Fuel Efficiency	60 - 65 km/l
Displacement	4-Stroke SOHC
Transmission	5 Speed Constant Mesh
Suspension
Front	Telescopic Hydraulic Type
Rear	Rectangular Swing Arm with Hydraulic Shock Absorber
Brakes
Front	Drum Type (Disc Type is optional)
Rear	Drum Type
Tyres
Front	2.75 X 18" 42 P
Rear	3.00 X 18" 6pr, 52 P
Fuel Tank	13 Liters
Performance
Maximum Horsepower	7.6bhp at 7,500 rpm
Maximum Torque	80 Nm at 6000 rpm

The Suzuki Zeus

The Suzuki Zeus marks the Japanese giant's entry into the executive segment of the Indian bike market. The Zeus is Suzuki's second offering after the entry-level bike Heat.

The Zeus is equipped with a single cylinder, air-cooled, four-stroke 124cc engine that generates a peak power of 8.7 bhp (one of the lowest in its class) at 7000 rpm and a maximum torque of 10 Nm at 3500 rpm. Thus the lack of power is offset by the overall torquey performance. Zeus is one of the few bikes in the market that do not have a constant velocity (CV) carburetor.

On the styling department, the unique front bikini fairing and under-engine front cowl imparts a stylish and aerodynamic look to the Zeus. The V-shaped, large multi-reflector headlamp enhances visibility and bright gear indicator lights come above a speedometer and a quick-reacting tachometer in classic twin-pod format.

Despite offering some goodies like optional disc brake for the front wheel, die-cast sub-frame and aluminium rear grab rail, the Zeus misses out on crucial features like electric start, box section swing arm for better turning stability (the Zeus features a conventional tubular swing arm) and thicker rear tyre.

Suzuki Zeus Technical Specifications

Dimensions And Dry Mass
Overall length	2040 mm
Overall width	770 mm
Wheelbase	1240 mm
Ground clearance	155 mm
Overall height	1085 mm
Dry mass	113 kgs
Engine
Type	Four-stroke, Air-cooled,OHC
Number of cylinders	1
Bore x Stroke	53.5mm x 55.2mm
Displacement	124 cm3 (cc)
Compression ratio	9.6:1
Carburettor	VM18
Air cleaner	Non-woven fabric element
Starter system	Kick
Lubrication system	Wet sump
Transmission
Clutch	Wet multi-plate type
Transmission	5-speed constant mesh
Gearshift patterm	1-down, 4-up
Chassis
Front suspension	Telescopic, Coil spring, Oil damped
Rear suspension	Swing-arm type, Coil spring, Oil damped
Front brake	Drum brake (130mm)
Rear brake	Drum brake (130 mm)
Front tyre size	2.75-18 42P
Rear tyre size	3.00-18 52P
Electrical
Ignition type	Electronic Ignition (CDI)
Spark plug	NGK
Battery	12V 9.0 kC (2.5 Ah)/10HR
Headlight	12V 35/35W
Brake light/Tail-Light	12V 21/5W
Fuel Tank : Capacities
Including reserve	12.0 L
Reserve	2.1 L

The Suzuki Heat

The Suzuki Heat is Suzuki's entry-level bike. With the 125cc Heat, Suzuki is trying to woo the economy-segment buyers with a more powerful bike.

The Heat is equipped with a single cylinder, four-stroke engine that produces a displacement of 124cc. On the suspension aspect, telescopic coil springs do duty at the front while the rear suspension is taken care by swing-arm type coil springs.

The Heat comes with a large 12-litre fuel tank with a 2.1 reserve. The idea is to ensure longer ride without refueling in rural areas where petrol pumps are sparsely situated. On the styling front, flashy decals and stylish graphics run the length of the bike and the multi-reflector headlamp enhances visibility.

Suzuki Heat Technical Specifications

Dimensions And Dry Mass
Overall length	2040 mm
Overall width	770 mm
Wheelbase	1240 mm
Ground clearance	155 mm
Overall height	1085 mm
Dry mass	110 kgs
Engine
Type	Four-stroke, Air-cooled,OHC
Number of cylinders	1
Bore x Stroke	53.5 mm x 55.2 mm
Displacement	124 cm3 (cc)
Compression ratio	9.6:1
Carburettor	VM18
Air cleaner	Non-woven fabric element
Starter system	Kick
Lubrication system	Wet sump
Transmission
Clutch	Wet multi-plate type
Transmission	5-speed constant mesh
Gearshift patterm	1-down, 4-up
Chassis
Front suspension	Telescopic, Coil spring, Oil damped
Rear suspension	Swing-arm type, Coil spring, Oil damped
Front brake	Drum brake (130 mm)
Rear brake	Drum brake (130 mm)
Front tyre size	2.75 -18.4PR
Rear tyre size	3.00-18.6PR
Electrical
Ignition type	Electronic Ignition (CDI)
Spark plug	NGK
Battery	12V 9.0kC (2.5 Ah)/10HR
Headlight	12V 35/35W
Brake light/Tail-Light	12V 21/5W
Fuel Tank : Capacities
Including reserve	12.0 L