Hero Honda Karizma is , Pschycologically, The First Indian, Premium
Segmented Sports Bike.The only India made bike to sport an engine of more than 200cc. It has a cubic capacity of 223 cc
I have always been a fan of Hero Honda motors. Well up till now they had what you say economic class bikes, that offered mileage and comfort to the rider. In India mileage is the main concern for the lion share of the bike owners. But Dont expect this from, the most awaited bike of the year 2003, KARIZMA.
Karizma is a type of bike which has been developed, keeping in mind the class of people who want more and more power and who don’t give a damn about mileage and price figures. A Premium Segmented bike, that is KARIZMA.
The bikes designing, has been top class.The trapezoidal headlight with a powerful halogen lamp, looks fascinating from the front. Indicators have been well carved out.The large fuel tank which holds about 15 litres of petrol at a time, fits well enabling the rider to stretch his hands, thus giving the bike a sporty look. The tail light, is quite big and contains two bulbs.Space has been provided for the tool kit, under the saddle.The thick exhaust has been covered with heat guard.
The bike offers the most comfortable drive comparing to any other bikes in the Indian Market.
Suspension at the Front is reliable, Telescopic Hydraulic Shocker and Rear, a 5 Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shocker.So, minor potholes and even the bigger ones wo’nt cause any problem.
For the first time in motorcycling history, we have a Digital odometer, Tripmeter, Fuel Gauge instead of the Analog ones.The bike also has a real time clock.There is a clutch actuation switch too in case of Electric Starting, for safety purposes if the bike is in any gear.Ignition is AMI (Advanced Microprocessor Ignition) for better control over ignition timings.Starting is through Kick and Self Starter
both.
The bike comes in seven attractive shades, viz. Red, Maroon, Yellow, Golden, Blue, Silver and Black and has an Ex-Showroom price of Rs. 80, 000(Registration+Insurance Charges Extra).But looking at the overall package, the bike seems to fit this price tag.