Hero Honda Karizma R
Encyclopedia
The Hero Honda Karizma is the flagship motorcycle
of Hero Honda
. It was launched in May 2003 and was replaced by a cosmetic upgrade Karizma R. The bike has been prominently associated with the reality show MTV Roadies
. There is new model looking slightly different called Karizma ZMR FI which is fuel injected and fully digital console new graphics etc.
. The instrument panel and the tank recesses are also designed keeping their functionality in mind. The horn has come under criticism for not being loud enough.
series of enduro/MX/supermoto bikes that are sold in the USA and South American markets. It has a five-speed gearbox in place of the CRF's six-speed. The engine is an all aluminium, undersquare engine (bore 65.5 mm (2.6 in) and stroke 66.2 mm (2.6 in)) running a compression ratio
of 9:1. It features a Kehlin CV carburettor with a CCVI switch. The top speed is around 130 km/h and the 0–60 km/h is achieved around 3.8 seconds. The Karizma is reported to have an overall fuel economy of 40 km/l (90 mpg or 2.4 l/100 km), with a best of 50 km/l (120 mpg) and a worst of 28 km/l (66 mpg).
Motorcycle
A motorcycle is a single-track, two-wheeled motor vehicle. Motorcycles vary considerably depending on the task for which they are designed, such as long distance travel, navigating congested urban traffic, cruising, sport and racing, or off-road conditions.Motorcycles are one of the most...
of Hero Honda
Hero Honda
Hero MotoCorp formerly Hero Honda is a motorcycle and scooter manufacturer based in India. Hero Honda started in 1984 as a joint venture between Hero Cycles of India and Honda of Japan. The company is the largest two wheeler manufacturer in India...
. It was launched in May 2003 and was replaced by a cosmetic upgrade Karizma R. The bike has been prominently associated with the reality show MTV Roadies
MTV Roadies
MTV Roadies is a youth-based popular reality television show on MTV India.When asked about the show, executive producer said, "Roadies has travel, adventure, drama, touch of voyeurism..."-Format:...
. There is new model looking slightly different called Karizma ZMR FI which is fuel injected and fully digital console new graphics etc.
Design and Styling
Karizma has been designed specifically for the Indian market. The styling is inspired by Honda VFR800Honda VFR800
The Honda VFR800, also known as the Interceptor, is a motorcycle introduced by Honda in 1998. It is a successor to the VFR750F , which was preceded by the VF750.From its first sales in 1986, the VFR750F scored highly on many press reviews...
. The instrument panel and the tank recesses are also designed keeping their functionality in mind. The horn has come under criticism for not being loud enough.
Comfort and handling
The seating of Karizma is aimed for a sporty stance which can result in discomfort in long distances. Reviews have praised the handling of Karizma as "being easy for novice", "impeccable on straights and cornering" and as an "accomplished bike" in ride and handling. However the rear tyre, the handle bar and the foot pegs have been blamed in affecting the handling.Performance and fuel economy
Karizma has the tried and tested, but slightly detuned version of 223 cc SOHC air-cooled engine from the CRF230Honda CRF series
The Honda CRF series is a line of four-stroke motocross and trail motorcycles manufactured and marketed by Honda.The CRF line was launched in 2002 as a successor to the Honda XR series. The full sized motocross bikes are equipped with liquid-cooled, single-cylinder four-stroke engines that are...
series of enduro/MX/supermoto bikes that are sold in the USA and South American markets. It has a five-speed gearbox in place of the CRF's six-speed. The engine is an all aluminium, undersquare engine (bore 65.5 mm (2.6 in) and stroke 66.2 mm (2.6 in)) running a compression ratio
Compression ratio
The 'compression ratio' of an internal-combustion engine or external combustion engine is a value that represents the ratio of the volume of its combustion chamber from its largest capacity to its smallest capacity...
of 9:1. It features a Kehlin CV carburettor with a CCVI switch. The top speed is around 130 km/h and the 0–60 km/h is achieved around 3.8 seconds. The Karizma is reported to have an overall fuel economy of 40 km/l (90 mpg or 2.4 l/100 km), with a best of 50 km/l (120 mpg) and a worst of 28 km/l (66 mpg).
External links
- Karizma R official website (requires Flash)