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05/01/2014

We reported in detail when the new Yamaha R25 concept was unveiled at last year’s Tokyo Motor Show in November 2013. The latest concept from Yamaha basically previews the production spec model of the Japanese bike maker’s upcoming production spec 250cc contender.

While it is true that the R25 concept is in the process of spawning the production model, the manufacturer has so far refrained from revealing any details of its soon to be launched model. However, it seems like Yamaha hasn’t been very successful with hiding its upcoming baby from the prying eyes of auto hacks and bike aficionados and if a Japanese two-wheeler magazine, Young Machine, is to be believed, the pics you see here could very well be of the real deal!


Yamaha-R25-launch-pics-1

The upcoming bike, which would go on sale under the YZF-R25 moniker, could look much like the concept we saw earlier, with the only major difference being the inclusion of a pair of headlights and of course, a typical Yamaha red, white and black livery.

Powering the upcoming Yamaha YZF-R25 could be an all new liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 250cc, in-line two-cylinder, fuel-injected motor that is expected to have segment leading performance figures. The engine is likely to come mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox.

Quite obviously, the upcoming Yamaha YZF-R25 will battle it out with the Kawasaki Ninja 250 and even the Kawasaki Ninja 300 in markets like that of our country.

It may be noted that Yamaha have left many of us with high hopes by previewing the Yamaha YZF-R25 concept. However, it would be interesting if the Japanese bike maker will be a tad too late with coming up with an entry level 250cc contender. What do you feel? Do share your thoughts by penning them down in the comments section below.

03/10/2013

oh come on Do n't do this again....

Now that Aston has killed the Cygnet, here's the time we shackled one to a Virage and towed it through Monaco...

http://www.TOPGEAR.com/uk/photos/aston-martin-cygnet-aston-martin-virage-top-gear-2011-10-05

02/10/2013

Tata Nano CNG e-Max India launch slated for this month
Wednesday, October 2, 2013

by CarToq Editor
In October, Tata Motors will launch the CNG-petrol dual fuel version of the Nano in India.

The CNG powered Nano, called the e-Max, will sit above the petrol engined versions of the car in terms of price and positioning. CarToq sources have indicated that the Nano CNG’s LX variant is priced at around Rs. 2.9 lakhs, on-road Mumbai. The price of the Nano CNG represents a near 40,000 rupee increase over the regular petrol LX variant, which sells at 2.51 lakh rupees, on-road Mumbai.

Dealership stockyards in Mumbai and Delhi have already begun receiving the Nano CNG and bookings for the same are being taken at select dealerships. The features and equipment on the Nano CNG is said to be similar to those available on the petrol powered version. The Nano CNG’s engine is the same 624cc twin cylinder unit that’s also found on the petrol powered version. The motor’s output, while running on CNG, drops to 33 PS-45 Nm. On petrol, the engine outputs 38 PS of peak power and 51 Nm of peak torque.

Transmission duties to the rear wheels are handled by a 4 speed manual gearbox. The Nano CNG e-Max retains its rear engine layout while two, 16 liter CNG fuel tanks are located beneath the front seats in the interest of saving the already limited boot space. The 15 liter petrol tank of the Nano is retained as it is and this gives the car dual fuel capability. Switching to petrol mode from CNG mode is achieved by means of a dashboard mounted toggle switch. In CNG mode, the Nano is said to deliver a mileage of 36 Kmpl/Kg.

The combined (CNG + petrol) range of the Nano is 400 Kms. Tail pipe emissions at 75 grams of CO2/Km means that the Nano CNG is one of the lowest CO2 emitter among cars sold in India. Surprisingly, the Nano LX CNG, with a kerb weight of 735 kilograms, is heavier than the petrol powered model by a full 100 kilograms. Tata Motors might have strengthened key elements of the car such as the suspension, to cope with the higher kerb weight. The Nano’s nearest rival cost-wise, is the Maruti Alto 800 CNG, a car that’s priced at Rs. 4.04 lakhs, on road Mumbai.

Technical Specifications – Tata Nano eMax CNG
ENGINE

:

Bi fuel (Gasoline / CNG)

Fuel type

Type
4 stroke, water cooled, multipoint injection system, 2 cylinder,In-line
Cubic capacity
624 cc
Made of:Aluminum Head, Aluminum Block
Installation:Rear, Transverse, rear wheel drive
Max power:38 PS @ 5500 rpm (Gasoline)
Max torque:33 PS @ 5500 rpm (CNG)
51 Nm @ 4000 rpm (Gasoline)
Bore/stroke:45 Nm @ 3500 rpm (CNG)
73.5 mm x 73.5 mm

Compression ratio:10.3: 1
Valve gear:2 Valves / cylinder, SOHC

Engine management:Bosch

CHASSIS AND BODY:Monocoque,non-galvanizedsteel body, Four door car

Construction

Kerb weight:735 Kg (LX)
Wheels:Front: R12 Rear:R12

Made of:Steel
Tyre size:

Front: 135/70R12 Rear: 155/65R12

Spare wheel:135/70R12

TRANSMISSION:Rear wheel drive
Type
Gearbox:Four forward + one reverse speed
Gear Ratios
1st:3.45
2nd:1.94
3rd:1.26
4th:0.838
Reverse:3.07

Final Drive Ratio:4.5
Low range ratio:NA

SUSPENSION:
Independent, Lower wishbone, McPherson Strut type, with ARB.

Front

Rear:

Coil spring and hydraulic shock absorbers

STEERING TYPE:Mechanical rack and pinion

Type of power assist

Turns lock to lock:3.3

Turning radius:4 m

BRAKES: 180mm drum brake

Front

Rear

:

180mm drum brake

Anti-lock

:

NA

Front Disc Size

:

NA

Rear Disc/Drum Size

:

NA

Safety Features

:

Front- 3 point seat belt,Rear-Lapbelt

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS

3099mm

Length

:

Height

:

1613mm ECIE

Width

:

1495 – Over body 1750- Over outer rear view mirrors

Wheelbase

:

2230mm

Front track

:

1325mm

Rear Track

:

1315mm

Boot volume

:

0.5m3 – Seat folded, 0.15m3 Seat unfolded

Ground clearance

:

180mm-Unladen

Fuel Tank capacity

:

Gasoline 15 litres, CNG (2 cylinder) – 32 litres water capacity