Hero Honda Karizma ZMR
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Hero Honda Karizma ZMR 
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Rs. 98,500
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VEHICLE SUMMARY
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| Name: | Karizma ZMR |
| Type: | Sports |
| Top Speed: | 126kph |
VERDICT
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| FOR | Technology
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| AGAINST | Price
Looks |
OUR RATINGS
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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
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| Displacement: | 223cc |
| Engine: | 223cc, 4-Stroke |
| Maximum Power: | 17.6 Bhp @ 7000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque: | 18.35 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
| Gears: | 5 Speed |
| Clutch: | Multiplate Wet |
| Bore: | 65.5 |
| Stroke: | 66.2 |
| No. of Cylinders: | 1 |
| Cylinder Configuration: | NA |
| Engine Block Material: | NA |
| Chassis Type: | Tubular Single Cradle, Diamond Type |
| Cooling Type: | Liquid Cooling |
| Carburetor: | NA |
| Motor Power: | NA |
| Motor Range: | NA |
| Paddling Arrangement: | NA |
| 0 to 60: | 3.70 sec. |
DIMENSIONS
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| Length: | 2110.00 mm |
| Width: | 805.00 mm |
| Height: | 1175.00 mm |
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS
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| Weight: | 159.00 kg |
| Ground Clearance: | 159.00 mm |
| Fuel Tank: | 16.00 ltrs |
| Wheelbase: | 1350.00 mm |
| Turn Circle: | 2.50 mtrs |
| Electrical System: | 12V - 7 Ah - 232 W Alternator |
| Headlamp: | 12V - 35W/35W - Halogen |
| Battery Type: | Maintainance Free |
| Battery Voltage: | 6V |
| Battery Capacity: | 6Ah |
| Battery Charger Type: | NA |
| Horn: | NA |
| Wheel Type: | Die Cast Black Alloys |
| Wheel Size: | Front - 80/100x18 47P Rear - 100/90 18 56P mm |
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| Colors: | Spot Light White, Vibrant Orange, Panther Black Metallic, Candy Blazing Red |
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ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
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| Suspension(Front): | Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers |
| Suspension(Rear): | 5 Step Adjustable iGRS System |
| Brakes: | 276mm Dia Disc |
| Brakes(Rear): | 240mm Dia Disc |
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COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE
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| Fuel Guage: | Digital |
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| Tacho Meter: | Digital |
| Trip Meter: | Digital-2 |
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| Warranty: | 3 Years OR 40000kms Warranty |
| Speedometer: | Digital |
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Hero Honda Karizma ZMR Review
2011 New Karizma is here
Wednesday, April 01, 2009
Overview of 2011 New Hero Honda Karizma ZMR
Hero Honda launched the much awaited tourer bike - Karizma ZMR in
Indian Market in 2009 and it has been very well recieved by the Indian
customers. Karizma ZMR is sold along with old Karizma model, Hero Honda
has decided not to phase out Karizma R and sell both the models side by
side. They don't want to end the competition with Apache 180
& Pulsar 220. The stance of Karizma ZMR remains the same as the old
Karizma which is still considered to be the best touring bike in India
with smooth, refined and relaxed Honda engine at the helm. The major and
much needed change in Karizma ZMR was the addition of programmed fuel
injection (PGM-Fi) in the engine. Additionally it also got disc brake at
the rear, gas charged rear shock absorbers, little increase in
power and torque.
Hero Honda is now Hero MotoCorp and the company revealed its new identity at a mega event in London, UK.
Now, Hero Honda has launched the 2011 version of Karizma ZMR which
gets minor face-lift or you can say few cosmetic changes. The 2011 model
features body coloured rear view mirrors, blue back-lit instrument
cluster, new ZMR logo on the instrument cluster, body coloured split
grab rail, re-designed silencer and heat sheild. The company has also
added a attractive new shade "Vibrant Orange" to the color options of
Karizma ZMR.
Fast Facts About 2011 New Hero Honda Karizma ZMR
- Gets Body coloured rear view mirrors
- Features Blue back-lit instrument cluster
- Features New ZMR logo on the instrument cluster
- Gets Re-designed silencer and heat sheild
- Gets new "Vibrant Orange" shade
- Features body coloured split grab rail
- Is powered by a 223cc fuel injected engine
- Maximum power is 17.6 Bhp at 7000 rpm
- Maximum torque is 18.35 Nm @ 6000 rpm
- Is now available in four shades, blue and yellow has been discontinued
Design & Style Of 2011 New Hero Honda Karizma ZMR
In terms of looks the most visible change in ZMR in comparison to the
Karizma R is heavy looking full front fairing with a lot of snazzy
graphics with 'ZMR' stickers. Though it seems a little bit overworked
and gives Karizma ZMR a plasticky look. The designers at Hero Honda
'R&D' must have been a fan of Suzuki Hayabusa!! As far as new
features are concerned the New Karizma ZMR gets all new headlamps with
integrated blinkers and new tail lamps which are now LED ones. The 2011
model of Karizma ZMR features body coloured rear view mirrors, new
design for silencer and heat shield, body coloured split grab rail, blue
back-lit instrument cluster, ZMR logo on the instrument cluster and
all-new 'Vibrant Orange' shade.
The fit and finish is quite good, there are no panel gaps and paint
quality is awesome. The rear view mirrors have been mounted on the front
fairing a.k.a Yamaha R15, which is the best part of the facelift and it
gives Karizma ZMR a very aggressive look if viewed from front. But the
main problem is if you view the bike from side - the front doesn't gel
with the slim looking rear. Hero Honda should have made the rear end a
bit heavy to match it with the heavy front fairing. All in all, New
Karizma ZMR looks much better than the outgoing model which started
looking very outdated in comparison to the Yamaha R15, Bajaj Pulsar 220,
TVS Apache RTR 180 & Honda CBF Stunner Fi.
Instrument Cluster of 2011 New Hero Honda Karizma ZMR
The Intrument cluster is best looking part in Karizma ZMR. Insert the
key and you are greeted with a long scrolling message which ends with
"Bon Voyage Fly Safe". The display is full digital including the
tachometer which has been designed in round shape under a horizontal
digital display which looks very cool especially at night. The 2011
model of Hero Honda Karizma ZMR features blue back-lit instrument
cluster. It also features new ZMR logo on the instrument cluster.
The display also shows real time fuel consumption which is very
helpful in maintaining good mileage. Other tell n tales include the
speedometer, trip meter, fuel indicator, clock and rev counter. The
switchgear remains the same and, in true Hero Honda fashion, there is no
engine kill switch. The instrument cluster features dual colour
illumination - the tachometer is lit in white while the rest gets an
orange backlight.
Main Design Features Of 2011 New Hero Honda Karizma ZMR:
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Full Front Fairing
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Split Clip On Handle Bars
- Body Coloured Split Rear Grab Rails
- Mirrors Mounted On The Fairing
- New Rear Mud Guard
- New Headlamp & Tail Lamp Which Is Now LED
- Rear Disc Brakes
- Turn Indicators Mounted On Front Fairing
- New Graphics
- Slightly Reprofiled Body Work
- Body coloured rear view mirrors
- New deign for silencer and heat sheild
- Blue back-lit instrument cluster
- ZMR logo on the instrument cluster
- "Vibrant Orange" shade
Engine & Top Speed of 2011 New Hero Honda Karizma ZMR
- 223cc fuel injected engine
- Maximum power is 17.6 Bhp at 7000 rpm
- Maximum torque is 18.35 Nm at 6000 rpm
- 0-60 km in 3.7 seconds
- 12 hole fuel injector, 16 bit ECU and 6 high-tech sensors
2011 model of Karizma ZMR is powered by the same 223cc fuel injected
engine which generates maximum power to 17.6 Bhp at 7000 rpm and maximum
torque of 18.35 Nm @ 6000 rpm. Hero Honda has claimed top speed of 126
kmph and 0-60 km in 3.7 seconds in its official brochure but it is still
slower than the current fastest bike in this segment - The Pulsar 220,
which has top speed of 144 kmph. Also I expected much more power and
torque from the altered Fuel Injected engine, Karizma ZMR should have
been at least touching around 20 Bhp with 21-23 Nm torque.
The PGM-Fi system of 2011 model of Karizma ZMR is equipped with a 12
hole fuel injector, 16 bit ECU and 6 high-tech sensors to scan the
engine operating parameters like air pressure, air temperature, and
engine temperature to ensure the optimum air / fuel ratio under dynamic
conditions. An advanced vertical oil cooler provides efficient cooling
to the high performance engine and the IACV (Idle air control valve)
ensures idle stability and smoothens response to throttle changes.
Main Technical Features of 2011 New Hero Honda Karizma ZMR:
1. PGM-Fi: Programmable Fuel Injection
2. 16 Bit ECU Processor For Rapid Digital Fuel Injection Mapping
3. Oil Cooled Engine 4. 12 Hole Fuel Injector For Better Atomization Of Fuel
5. Engine Oil Temperature Sensor Which Provides Different Fuel Mixtures At Different Temperatures
6. Intake Air Temperature Sensor Which Senses The Intake Air Temp To Determine & Supply The Optimum Air To Fuel Ratio
7. Throttle Position Sensor Which Detects Throttle Opening & Provides Input To The ECU
8. Crank Position Sensor Which Senses The Position & Time At Which Fuel Needs To Be Injected In Relation To Crank Angle
9. Oxygen Sensor Ensures Correct Air Fuel Ratio For The Catalytic Convertor
10. Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
11. Idle Air Control Valve
12. Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
13. Rear Disc Brake
Shades Available in 2011 New Hero Honda Karizma ZMR
2011 model of Hero Honda Karizma ZMR is available in following four shades:
- Spot Light White
- Panther Black Metallic
- Candy Blazing Red
- Vibrant Orange (New Shade)
The 2011 model of Karizma is available in four shades: Spot Light
White, Panther Black Metallic, Candy Blazing Red and Vibrant Orange (New
Shade). The company has discontinued Yellow and Blue shade which were
available in 2010 model.
Conclusion - Little Bit Overpriced in Comparison to Power & Torque Figures
Hero Honda's New Karizma ZMR comes packed with more power, more style
and more aggression but the new model leaves us expecting for
more!! Hero Honda should a lesson or two from Yamaha which had gone
almost instinct in India in 2005 but with the launch R15, FZ-Series
& Fazer they are back with a bang and grabbing the premium bike
market share day by day. I may not have been biased towards Yamaha if
Hero Honda had come up with a more powerful and better designed version
of Karizma. Though Karizma has always been very popular among bike
enthusiasts as it is a highly capable bike and it was expected that
Karizma Fi will going to take it a step further. Let's see how Karizma
fans react to the price, design change and will it set the sales charts
on fire and will beat Pulsar, R15 & Apache.
