Scoop!! Yamaha FZ150 spy pictures!

First came the Yamaha R15 then the stunner from Honda – CBF 125 and now it time for the FZ150!! The Indian bike scene rocking like never before!

The FZ1 in the background...and the FZ150 with an International model astride.
Three beauties together is a sight ;)

The hunky beast FZ150 was caught being tested on road recently. Guess we don't have to wait for too long to see the FZ150 at our friendly neighbourhood Yamaha showroom.


When Yamaha FZ150 was unveiled during the Auto Expo earlier this year, it was love at first sight for all bike enthusiasts present there. After the launch of the superb R15 Yamaha is turning their attention on launching the FZ150.

Yamaha has nicely implemented the design elements of their popular naked bike FZ1 onto its miniscule cousin FZ15 . Probably the 'F' in FZ150 stands for 'Fabulous' as the naked bike with its muscular tank, chunky forks, wide rear tyre and stout exhaust, probably makes it the sexiest motorcycle ever manufactured in India.


The FZ150 will sport an engine (150cc) similar to the Yamaha's previous blockbuster the R15, but with a carburetor. Hopefully this would pump around 14 to 15 bhp, with amazing mid-range performance and should be priced around Rs 70,000.

The brilliant spy pictures of the FZ15 in action was taken by Ishaan from Team-Bhp.com.

Watch this space for more info.

Get ready for Honda CBR 1000cc!

The President and CEO, Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India Pvt Ltd, Mr Shinji Aoyama, and the Operating Officer, General Manager, Planning Division Honda Motorcycle R&D Centre, Japan, Mr Kenji Kawaguchi, at the launch of Honda CBF Stunner motorcycle in New Delhi on Monday July 30th 2008.


Honda launched the CBF Stunner in New Delhi this Monday. The 125 cc bike will be priced from Rs 47,070 up to Rs 51,655 (ex-showroom Delhi). HSMI is also planning to introduce two more new models this year, a scooter and a motorcycle. Remember you got the news first on www.madsarmad.blogspot.com. There are more pictures of the CBF in my previous post... check them out as well.


So now the question is, will HMSI would eat into sibling Hero Honda’s market shares?
Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India (HSMI) said that it would not compete with its sister company, Hero Honda on volumes but by gaining recognition of its brand and customer satisfaction.

“Hero Honda is expanding and we are also expanding. I don’t think we can catch up with Hero Honda….There is no way. To us being number one does not mean scale in business or volumes, but getting recognised as an admired brand and through our customer satisfaction,” Mr Shinji Aoyama, President and CEO.

Honda CRB 1000 RR













This might sound like music to your ears... Honda is gonna tease and please you... the Japanese giant is all set to launch the CBR 1000 real soon. Better start saving!



Here are the specs. of Honda CBF Stunner
Engine type: 4 stroke, Air cooled OHC single cylinder
Displacement: 124.7cc
Price: Rs 47,070 up to Rs 51,655 (ex-showroom Delhi)
Max power: 11bhp @ 8000rpm
Max Torque: 11Nm @ 6500rpm
Starting system: Kick/self
Gear shift pattern: 1 Down - up
Headlamp: 35/35W 12V Halogen
Front suspension: Telescopic hydraulic fork
Rear suspension: 3 step spring loaded hydraulic shock absorver with recangular box type swing arm
Front tyre: 80/100-17″ 46p (tubeless)
Rear tyre: 100/90-17 55p (tubeless)
Front brake: 130mm drum (optional 240mm disc)
Rear brake: 130mm drum brake
Length: 2012mm
Width: 734mm
Height: 1113mm
Wheelbase: 1271mm
Ground Clearance: 173mm
Fuel tank capacity: 10 liters (2 liter reserve)
Kerb weight: 129kg

If you still ain't satisfies and need more details click on the link below:
HONDA CBF STUNNER

'Rock On' - Farhan Akhtar's new movie

Guys this trailer has totally blow me away (no puns intended). Its super hot! You must have a dekko. This is the latest from the makers of the 2001 cult movie 'Dil Chahta hai' (Ritesh Sidhwani & Farhan Akhtar) and its aptly called 'Rock on'. Staring Arjun Rampal, Prachi Desai in a trendy new look (contrary to the TV star's sad bahu avatar), VJ-turned-actor Purab Kohli , Channel 'V' music guru Luke Kenny and Farhan Akhtar. Yup, the director-turned-producer is now debuting in this home production as the lead actor. And whats more Farhan has also sung a song in the movie.

'Rock on' is based on four passionate friends and their unsuccessful rock band. So, where's the twist in the script – after ten years when everyone has moved on in their lives, as faith would have it their rock band get a second chance... but can they come back together as a group? Well, you'll have to wait till August for the answer when the movie is released.

For now enjoy this teaser and remember to 'Rock on'!

Porsche's Posh New Phone

In an exclusive event held recently, Porsche launched its swanky new mobile phone - the P'9521. And yes you heard me right. Porsche – the German firm that makes super expensive, super performance cars like the 911 and the sexy Cayenne, (phew) – has now launched a super sexy mobile phone. Seems like the sports car makers want to cash on their brand name some more.

The phone is designed and produced in association with French-based Sagem Mobiles and has space-age features like fingerprint recognition, 3.2 mega-pixel camera and loads of other feature. The sexy flap phone is available in two colour options – dark brown (it looked more black to me) and white. Priced at a whooping Rs 77,000!! yes, now you can pull down your eyebrows back to your forehead.


The event was graced by actor Arbaaz Khan, model Upen Patel and hottie Kim Sharma. And yes did I mention they all were gifted a phone each by Porsche! Some people have all the luck.


Click here to read more about their antics at the Porsche phone launch

Honda to launch a stunning new bike on June 30th 2008

After R15 - Yamaha's mini super bike, Mr. Dependable - Honda India, is all set to launch a brand new stunner themselves. Check the pictures on top, its from Honda India's website. It is speculated that the new bike will be based on the internationally successful CBR125s. Rumors are that it will have the following specs;

Engine: 125cc
Power: 11 bhp
Brakes: Front Disc
Tyres: Front & Rear Tubeless
Design: Half-fairing, Sporty Foot Pegs
Seat: Split-seated Design
Odometer: Digital

But I have my fingers crossed and hope they tweaked the 150cc engine which can pump up to 17 BHP with a twist of wrist.

During the Auto Expo, earlier this year the concept bike that was on display at the Honda stall. I guess it was done on purpose to get a feeler from the public about the displayed model. Compare the my Auto Expo Photos with the images from Honda India website.

The pictures above are the concept CBF Sports from the Auto Expo 2008...

...and this is the CBF Racing version!

Now that the Yamaha R15 has triggered so much of action in the Indian motorcycle industry, Honda too want a share of the pie and more importantly don't want to be left behind.

According to Honda's website the new bike will be launched on June 30^th 2008... that next Monday. So hold on to your knickers coz Honda's new has gotta be a Stunner!

Scoop! Tata Nano - Finally moving!

All of us have been chewing our nail, waiting to see the world's cheapest car on road post its unveiling at the Auto Expo this year. The engineers at Tata Motors have been putting the finishing touches to the Tata Nano. At just Rs. 1 lakh ($2,500) its like reinventing the wheel! The back light looks a little stale though, but what do you expect at that price?!





Here's a video of the Nano being tested on Indian roads. What all do I have to do to please my pals...Happy? If you are still not content click on the link below... I'm sure you'll be happy then ;)

!! Tata Nano being tested !!

McLaren Mercedes F1 car in Mumbai

The spectacular McLaren Mercedes F1 car was unveiled by Official Mobile Partner - Vodafone at Hakone Go-Karting track on an extra sunny afternoon in Mumbai. A couple of sexy imported pit girls spiced up the otherwise dull event by waving checkered flags next to the replica Silver Arrows (read: Mercedes sport cars). This is an exact replica of the F1 car driven by ace driver Lewis Hamilton.