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September 9, 2023September 9, 2023

KTM 125 Duke Motorbike

KTM Duke 125 Motorbike.
Price in India: Rs 178,050/- (2023)
USA Price: US$ 6,500+
UK Price: £ 4,499 (Meets the A1 driver license requirements.)
EU Price: EUR 5,300 EU5
Sri Lanka Price: Rs 576,950/- (2020)
2023 Sri Lanka Price: Rs 712,000/-
Bangladesh Price: TK 360,000/-
Duke 125 European (ABS) Bangladesh Price: Tk 605,000/-
Nepal ABS Model Price: Rs 564,900/-

KTM RC 125 Price in India: Rs 181,500/-+

2023 KTM 125 SX USA Price: US$ 7499.00

KTM 125 Duke EU Price: € 5,684
This KTM 125 DUKE is an entry level. But It is built with the same attitude like the big bikes. This urban warrior of 2022, complete with an LED headlight along with TFT display. 4-stroke single cylinder Engine is provided with fuel injection and a 6 speed transmission to deliver class leading performance with low fuel consumption to give you longer riding.

KTM 125 Duke Motorcycle.

KTM 125 Duke is an entry Level Racing Motorbike with superb performance. This Duke model motorbike is coming with lot of latest technical and safety features a rider may want to have in his motorbike. This entry level bike is good for adventure looking young men. This Duke 125 is an entry level motorbike for Europe, America, Australia, South Africa and in Asia. KTM 125 is nicknamed as urban warrior by its riders. Its 4-stroke single cylinder engine is provided with fuel-injection and a 6-speed transmission to deliver power for to ride in any terrain. Its low fuel consumption gives you more mileage. It is provided with an LED headlight and TFT display.

The 125 Duke comes with a 124.7cc single cylinder, liquid-cooled mill which generates 15PS of power and 12Nm of torque, with its 6-speed gearbox. There are front and rear disc units that goes through dual-channel ABS for to provide solid breaking power, when required.

The model is available in three colors for you to select from. The riders can exchange parts for to suit their riding comfort and requirements. Meanwhile the KTM motorcycles are not available for sale as Brand New ones in Sri Lanka now. This is due to import ban on vehicles in Sri Lanka that was imposed in the year 2020.

KTM 125 Duke Specifications.

Engine: Single-cylinder, 4-stroke engine with Liquid cooling.
Displacement: 124.71 cc
Bore x Stroke: 58 x 47.2 mm
Power Output: 11 kW (14.5 PS) @ 9250 rpm
Maximum Torque: 12 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Start: Electric Start (Self Start)
Transmission: 6-speed
Cooling: Liquid cooled Engine
Clutch: Wet multi-disc clutch, mechanically actuated
EMS: Bosch EMS (Engine Management System)

KTM 125 Duke Chassis.

Frame: Steel trellis frame, powder coated
Front suspension: WP upside down suspension 43 mm (USD Forks)
Rear suspension: WP Monoshock
Front Suspension Travel: 150 mm
Rear Suspension Travel: 150 mm
Front Brake: Four-piston radial fixed caliper, 300 mm brake disc
Rear Brake: Single-piston floating caliper, brake disc 230 mm
ABS: Bosch 9.1 MB Dual-Channel ABS (Super moto ABS)
Head Light: LED
Chain: X-Ring 5/8 x 1/4″
Steering Head Angle: 65
Ground Clearance: 175 mm
Seat Height: 818 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.4 Lt
Dry Weight: 139 kg
Top Speed: 135km/hr.
Digital TFT Display Console.

KTM Motorbike in Sri Lanka.
Models may not be available in Sri Lanka due to Government’s vehicle import Ban.

There are some differences in the Indian version KTM 125 Bike from the European version. This is to keep the price of the bike affordable in India. Because of this Bikes marketed in India may not be provided with Upside Down Forks (UPS) and may not have the Ride by wire feature too.

KTM 200 Duke Price in Canada: $ 4,599

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September 4, 2023September 4, 2023

TVS Apache RTR 150

TVS Apache RTR 150

TVS Apache RTR 150 motorcycles are made in India. But due to lack of people’s interest the model is not coming from the production line any more. TVS motorbikes are produced for racing tracks and they can be used perfectly on the urban streets too. Currently the TVS Apache RTR 150 motorcycle is discontinued and the company is promoting the RTR 160 series. In other words, TVS discontinued the 150cc model and in turn introduced the 1600cc bike to replace it. This RTR 150 motorcycle is removed from the official website of the TVS company. It seems the model is not updated to BS-VI norms in India. For instance, TVS RTR 150 is a good challenger in the two wheel market against Bajaj Pulsar 150, Yamaha FZS, Honda Unicorn, Suzuki Gixxer models in India and other countries. This 150cc Motorcycle is good for the USA youngsters.

Apache RTR 150 Motorcycle.
Price in Sri Lanka: Rs 331,900/-*
Bangladesh Price: Tk 185,000 (Double/Disc)
Bangladesh Price: Tk 172,000 (Single/Disc)
Currently RTR 150 is not in production and out of stock in India.

What is RTR stand in the TVS motorcycles?
For instance, RTR stands for Racing Throttle Response
RTR can provide instant acceleration to 60 Km/H in 4.8 seconds. (Without pillion passenger).
This RTR 150 is considered as one of the most powerful machine in the 150 cc sector in India.

TVS Apache RTR 150 Specification

Engine: 150cc, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, Dual Valves (Many countries offer 160 cc version too.)
Gear: 5 speed constant mesh
Speedometer: Digital (with top Sped recording facility)
Fuel Tank Capacity: 16 Lt
Curb Weight: 137 Kg
Tyre: Tubeless
Front Brake: Disc (270 mm Petal type)
Rear Brake: Drum (130 mm) OR Disc (200 mm Petal type)
Height: 1105 mm
Length: 2085 mm
Width: 730 mm
Wheelbase: 1300 mm
Ground Clearance: 165 mm
Saddle Height: 790 mm

TVS Apache RTR 150 Speed.

Top Speed: 130 Km/Hr
Highway Mileage: 50/L
Mileage city limit: 40 Km/L
Battery type: 12V, 9Ah
Headlamp: AHO (Always Head Light ON.)
35/35W Halogen HS1 Clear lens with Multi-Face Reflector
Color Selection: Green, Red, Yellow, Gray or White

In conclusion, TVS Apache was first introduced in the year 2006. Since then it has received more than 6 awards.
Similarly, First RTR Motorbike was introduced in the year 2012.

TVS Racing.

In addition, This had Won the National Championship Title in Road Racing for the 6th year in a row.
In addition, it bagged top positions across all categories in Raid de Himalaya 2017.
More over it had won the Desert Storm Rally 2017.
Further more it was leading across all categories in Indian National Supercross Championship.
After that, Won the Dakshin Dare Rally 2017.
Winner of Indian National Rally Championship 2017.
Similarly, Finished 13th overall in Dakar 2017.
Top 5 finish at Merzouga Rally 2017.
Top 3 finish at Baja Aragon 2017.
More over, Winner of Pan Africa Rally 2017.
Above all Top 5 finish at Rally of Morocco 2017.

TVS Apache RTR 150 Top Speed: 139Km/H. YouTube.

September 4, 2023September 4, 2023

TVS RTR 180 Motorbike.

TVS RTR 180 Motorbike.

Price in India: Rs 132,220/- (Single Chanel ABS)
Nepal Price: Rs. 279,900/-
Sri Lanka Price: Rs 628,000/- Currently out of Stock

TVS RTR 180 Motorcycle is now released as all new 2022 Edition along with Race Intensified Graphics & Performance. This is another motorcycle available from the TVS RTR series from the year 2019 onward. This racing machine has been tuned to deliver more power than before. Dual-Channel ABS with RLP (Rear wheel Lift-off Protection) control offers quick detection and recovery of the wheel lock achieving higher stability through precise close-loop slip control.

Perfect stiff chassis. Front suspension is telescopic oil damped and the rear suspension is mono-tube inverted gas filled 5 step adjustable shocks with rectangular swing arm that provides unrelenting strength without compromising performance. Apache RTR 180 sports all-new camouflage and speed-line graphics to communicate the unpredictable and impulsive character of the machine which is meant to defy all limits and evade all speed radars. LED light guide in the headlamp panel coalesces with the pilot lamps. Large Roto Petal Disc brakes also facilitates enhanced heat dissipation for a smoother ride.

TVS RTR 180 Motorcycle Features.

RTR 180 Engine: SI, Fuel injected 4 stroke, Air cooled Type
Engine Capacity: 177.4 cm3
Cylinder: Single
Maximum Power: 16.79PS @ 8500 rpm /12.35 kW @ 8500 rpm
Maximum Torque: 15.5 ± 0.3 Nm @ 7000rpm
Bore x Stroke: 62.5 x 57.8 mm
Carburetor: Race Tuned Fuel Injection
Gears: 5
Valves Per Cylinder: 2
Starting Method: Electric Start
Idle Speed: 1450 ± 200rpm
Ignition Type: IDI- Dual Mode Digital Ignition
Power to Weight Ratio: 89.2 kW/ton
Compression Ratio: 9.5 Â± 0.5 :1
Top Speed: 114 Km/h

Frame: Double Cradle Synchro STIFF
Front Suspension: Telescopic Forks with Hydraulic Dampers (105 mm Stroke)
Rear Suspension: Monotube Inverted Gas-filled shox (MIG) with spring aid
Battery: 12V, 9Ah
Headlamp: 35/35W Halogen HS1 Clear lens with Multi-Face Reflector
Tail Lamp: 0.5W LED- Twin triangle with prism on lens

Tubeless Tyre: Front and Rear
Front Brake: Disc (270 mm Petal type)
Rear Brake: Disc (200 mm Petal type)
Brake Fluid: DOT 3 / DOT 4, USA Standard.
ABS: Single-Channel Super Moto ABS.

Height: 1105 mm
Length: 2085 mm
Width: 730 mm
Wheelbase: 1300 mm
Ground Clearance: 165 mm
Saddle Height: 790 mm
Kerb Weight: 137 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity: 12 Lt

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August 30, 2023August 30, 2023

Speed Boats.

Speed Boats are the darlings of the rich people. They take these boats for their pleasure trips mostly in high seas. Some people have their own boat yard while many others tow it to their home after the vacations. Meanwhile some of the owners hire best Pilots to go on International Speed Boat racing competitions. If their boats become as a winner they can collect large amount of prize money from the organizers. Large speed boats used to be floating in waters on safe places with a care taker person.

Modern Day Feature Boats.

Many rich people in Sri Lanka know that their country is surrounded by ocean, although most of them are not interested in roaming the seas with their speed boats. In foreign countries people used to go on fishing, deep sea diving, skiing, surfing, Wake-board, and good for speed sailing. Having a boat will surely change your life style in this island nation. The boat’s engine comes with self start (through battery start). There are lot of speed boats are provided by local companies on daily rental basis at affordable price.

These boats are similar to cars where they have many gadgets in them like Satellite TV, Home theater, sound system with blasters. In addition good seating in bucket seats, enough place to carry bags and carriages. Some normal priced boats can achieve 60mph (96 Km/H) on calm water on a normal climate day.

The speed boats far different from the sail boats. They come in different shapes and attractive shinning colors. It is necessary for you to register them with your local authorities. The registration number should be marked clearly in the front and the rear of your speed boat.
While on the sea you must observe the country’s maritime laws and you are requested not to pollute the sea. Also you must take care of the endangered spices and not to harm them while you are sailing in the harbor area or in the open sea. Keep it in mind that using speed boats are like using a motor car on the street and all the necessary things will apply on your boats and on you.

Speed Boats Suggested price in Sri Lanka.

Price may vary around Rs 7Million+ (US$ 25,000)

Speed Boat Specification.
Passenger Capacity: 10
Maximum Capacity: 816 kg
Maximum Horsepower: 500 HP
L.O.A 6.4 m
Fuel Capacity: 155 Lt
Beam: 2.5 m
Approx. Boat Weight: 1406 kg
Draft: 38 cm

Source: International-Boats

Sri Lanka Boat Maker.

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August 29, 2023August 29, 2023

Suzuki Access 125 Scooter

Suzuki Access 125 Scooter.

Suzuki Access 125 is the flagship scooter of the Suzuki India Motor Company. This two wheeler combines the best of both worlds of power and mileage. Access 125 scooter is one of the best selling Suzuki model in India and in other Countries too. Most people in India prefer the 125 scooter models.

Access 125 Price in India.

Ride Connect, Disc Brake, Alloy Price: Rs 90,000/-
Access Special Edition Disc Brake Variant: Rs 84,800/-
STD Access Drum Price: Rs 79,900/-
STD Access Disc Price: Rs 83,600/-

Suzuki Access 125 Scooter Features:

Combined Brake System.
Chrome plated LED headlamp steel body and fender.
LED Position Lights
E20 Compliant, OBD -2 Feature.
All Aluminum 4 stroke, single cylinder 124cc Engine.
New Bluetooth Enabled digital Meter.
Suzuki Easy Start System.
Comfort Long seat.
New one push central button lock system.
Front Pocket.
Large Under seat storage (21.8 L),
Mobile Charging Socket (Optional)
2 utility hooks.
Stylist Tail Lamps.
Chrome Muffler Cover
Aluminium Grab Rail

Access 125 Scooter Specifications.

Engine Type: 4-Stroke, 1-Cylinder, Air cooled
Valve System: SOHC, 2 Valve
Displacement: 124 cc
Bore x Stroke: 52.5 x 57.4 mm
Maximum Power Output: 8.7ps @ 6750rpm
Maximum Torque: 10.2N-m @ 5500rpm
Fuel System: Fuel Injection
Starter System: Kick and Electric (Self Start)
Transmission Type: CVT

L x W x H: 1,870 x 655 x 1,160 mm
Wheel Base: 1,265 mm
Ground Clearance: 160 mm
Seat Height: 773 mm
Kerb Mass: 103 kg
Wheels: Steel/Cast
Fuel Tank Capacity: 5 Lt

Front Brake: Drum/Disc
Rear Brake: Drum
Tyre: Tubeless
Front Suspension: Telescopic
Rear Suspension: Swing arm
Battery: Maintenance Free 12V, 3Ah
Headlight: LED