Quote:
Originally Posted by n_aditya First off, great pics mate. The bike is gleaming all over. Which wax do you use? . |
Thanks Aditya, I just applied some Turtle Wax that I had got from the states for my Cedia. I guess it works fine for bikes as well. Unless i am mistaken. Hope there is no such thing as separate wax for bikes and cars.
Quote:
Originally Posted by hiren.mistry How is the illumination from the headlamps? The only negative I can see on the Ninja is the console it looks like its come from the 80's. |
Thanks for answering this for me Aditya
Hiren, as Aditya has mentioned, the stock illumination is quite good during the night and on my recent ride on the Bangalore-Mysore highway, on the way back, I didnt feel the need to turn on the high beam. Pretty satisfactory.
However, on some US based kawasaki forums I have noticed people changing the stock headlamp bulbs to
Philips Motovision Bulbs. One of the posters on a thread has quoted that "These are
designed specifically for motorcycles. They have a unique orange reflection that helps you see and be seen (headlight appears "orange" but light output is bright white), they put out about 40% more light than standard halogens and a longer beam of light.
Cost per bulb: about $20.00"
Some other offerings from Philips. Not sure if they are available in India.
PHILIPS MotoVision Light Bulb
PHILIPS Xtreme Power H7
Philips Blue Vision
Bikemaster Vision X H7 Bulb
GE Nighthawk H7-55NH/BP
Sylvania SilverStar Headlight Bulb
The console looks a bit retro but I am happy with the analogue setup. I prefer this to the digital console. Love to see the needle climb. Moreover, I am glad the bike is great in areas that matter most, power, performance and handling.
Few friends also commented on the lack of illuminated switches as seen on the new gen pulsars, no auto-off turn indicators, etc. But i feel the bike has decent controls without the bling factor.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Visaster
How much does it cost own road?
Haven seen one in flesh. Is it bigger than R15?
Is there a showroom in Chennai ?
How many days do they take to deliver if ordered in Bangalore. |
In Bangalore, it costs 3.19 Lakhs on road. You can get immediate delivery in a day or two after registration upon cash payment. Mine took 4 days as i opted to pay by check.
This bike definitely looks and is bigger than the R15. After owning this bike, i had a chance to visit the Yamaha showroom and the comparative small size of the R15 was quite evident.
Quote:
Originally Posted by IronWolf Aditya, dont hijack the thread
Bhargava, This Thread is Maibaa's not Aditya's.
Maibaa, Congrats on your aquisition. Nice looking Sari Guard. Blends well with the bike. When do you plan to take it off
If you boys are going for a ride, do let us know. Dont mind meeting you'll to see the Green twins in action.
<Green with Envy> |
@Ironwolf -
No problem at all. I am glad Aditya has answered some queries on my behalf. This shows that he shares the same excitement of owning the Ninja as I do.
Regarding the question of Saree guard, frankly speaking I was pretty impressed the way Bajaj has designed the Saree guard for this bike. It definitely does not look odd and blends very well into the design of the bike. Not sure if I need to remove it. Maybe someday i might, when I feel the need to.
I will be glad to join you guys on long rides very soon. Just waiting for the fasting month to get over. I already have an invite from Aditya. Damn! these rains are preventing me to take my bike out more often to get over the engine break-in period. I am stuck at 750 kms.