I bought 5s from ex showroom in chandigarh, in nov - 08
COST ON ROAD:
Bike Costs(NOV-08) 73, 500 Rs, Insurance charges were 1600 Rs, other charges( Alloys bought from agency 5300 by replacing the old ones with wires, Registeration charges 500 Rs, Other modifications like silencer change(350 Rs), Handel replacement of Yamaha 350(150 Rs), Leg guards(250 Rs). So on road it costs me around 81, 650 Rs.
If you need Disk breakes and self start they will charge additional charges of around 9500 Rs.
Service charges from agency:
Rs 550 - Engine Oil
Rs 100 - Gear Oil( Only in 5s)
Rs 20 - Fuel Filter
Rs 670 - TOTAL
Positive features(PROS):
1) It is comfortable and easy to handle bike, than any other bike brands. Its heavy, 350CC powerful engine.
2) It has great lever on its left side like all other bikes, I mean its not like Standard 350 Bullet. so its not a problem if you drive Yamaha, Bajaj, Hero honda bikes. there is not much difference.
3) It is more fuel efficient than Bullet Elctra 4s and Bullet Standard. It gives around 45-48 KMPL on highway, while Standard and 4s gives 35-38 KMPL, 40- 42 KMPL Resp.
4) It has great metallic looks, by few modifications you can have it look like harley:)
5) PICK UP is much better than Standard 350. You can easily feel it.
Negetive Aspects(CONS):
1) If you are thinking of it as a light bike then you are making a mistake. It needs bigger turning radius, and more power to handle when its standing. but while its on road then you will say its better than any lighter bike.
2) Silencer when hot can be hazardous, make sure noone touches it before it cools down.
3) Service charges are slightly more than other bikes, but it only needs oils and general service not like other ones, everytime they needs one new part.
4) Milage is quite less than other bike brands.
If you are choosing Bullet then you might know these cons already but believe me they hardly matters, Because Style and looks are costless.