No doubt the bike is a clear winner in the power bike segment of india.It gives a good head to head competition with the pulsar(180), yamaha rx-z.Owning one this bike myself, i have noticed that it is a star in terms of pick up, speed;but drops down drastically when it cums to mileage.It touches a top end of 140kmph, at a avg. of 20-25kmpl.Keeping aside the mileage, this bike is no doubt a good one , in terms of power, performance.Abit consious while riding this, it’s a rocking bike for the youngsters.With 17bhp on board, Cubic Capacity of 250, 0-60kmph in about 4secs., its a good product from the hero honda people.It will burn your pocket , set biside the demerits, this is an excellent bike.I’am over satisfied with this bike, But gets kicked by the Old Bull--------- RD 350.If u really want power & a raw one then its the RD, but this bike is high on maintainence, so may be a substitute for this is the Karizma.Looks are good , styling is good, product is a good one , so why not buy it?