Hi readers:
I took a ride on the new Kinetic GF 170 (my friend has one and let me borrow for a day) and have decided to immediately book it. Hoping for quick delivery as simply unbearable to wait! Here is what I think:
> the power of the bike is truly astonishing - it just flies! The acceleration, pick up are great but what is really stupendous is when you get past the 4000 rpm mark. Then you really feel like you are the King of the road. It is so much fun. I swear I did not want to get off the bike. I took it for a long long long ride and was simply spectacular..
> In addition to astonishing power, the bike scores very very high on other factors like comfort (the seating position is the best), handling, cornering, braking.. overall ride quality, driveability, etc
> I always loved the GF styling. I like the’’ naked bike’’ look. For those who prefer sportier, fairing typed look, you can check out the laser variant. little more expensive but has great colors, twin headlamps, fairing etc. cool.
> ok here is some info that I got on the bike from kinetic. I sent them an email and they responded very quickly to me with info. good signof customer friendliness.
’’Thank you for your interest in the Kinetic GF 170. Kinetic GF 170 series are
the next benchmark in performance bikes from the Kinetic-Hyosung
associationafter the much acclaimed cruiser Aquila. The exciting motorcycle
will be available in two variants – GF 170 City and GF 170 Laser. With the GF
series, Kinetic aims to change the price-performance equation of the
performance motorcycles segment - the GF combines exceptional performance
with styling, handling and comfort of riding. The GF City features urban
styling with clean lines, sculpted petrol tank and exposed rectangular
perimeter frame. The GF Laser is given a fresh, sporty look with a half
fairing, twin headlamps, dual tone color schemes and a dashboard-like
instrument console.
Some salient performance features:
o 4 stroke, 4 valve 166 cc engine
o 15 bhp @ 8000 rpm
o Counter balanced engine for minimized vibrations
o 15 Nm torque @ 6000 rpm
o Top speed 115 kmph
o 0- 60 kmph in 6 seconds only!
o Mileage 50 kmpl
o 220 mm Disk brakes
o Complete instrumentation - Digital Gear indicator,
Tachometer, tripmeter , engine kill switch, passlight
Ex showroom prices in Pune are as follows :
GF 170 (Disc + Kick) Rs. 44948
GF 170 (Drum + Kick) Rs. 43241
GF Laser Disc + Kick Rs. 47450
GF Laser Disc + ElectricRs. 50450
So there you have it great pricing as well. I think its a wonderful bike at a wonderful price. Will give you update once I have bought mine and used it for long times. Meanwhile, my friend is thrilled with it.