KARIZMA ZMR 2011

KARIZMA ZMR the one and only bike which looks most Dangerous and Huge . It can be called as the HUGE INDIAN MONSTER MOTORBIKE . It looks Gleaming in all the colours but one of the most Excellent Paintjob i seen in Black Metallic colour and it looks more Dangerous in Black Colour .

First of all , If you want to look awesome and unique in the crowd then you should only go for the all new Above all KARIZMA ZMR . One reason behind it is i personally saw Karizma Zmr very few times in comparison to all bikes !  

"BUYING A KARIZMA ZMR IS JUST SIMILAR TO HAVING A FIGHTER PLANE"

Isn't truth ? The KARIZMA ZMR purely resembles to a Fighter jet which is much aggressive and waiting to fight and win ! 

KARIZMA ZMR have been added a different body cowl to the previous edition KARIZMA R which makes it new and unseen before .!

The Digital Instrumental Cluster

The Best, I would say. If at all you want to see an even better looking instrumental cluster in an Indian bike it is in the hand of Hero Honda only. An amazing piece of work I would say. Just turn the key on and The Karizma ZMR displays ‘Hi Welcome on board the Karizma ZMR. Fasten your helmet and fly safe. Bon Voyage.’

KARIZMA ZMR is design for TOTAL STYLING and for best value of one's money .

Braking

This is the area of concern when it comes to reviewing Hero Honda bikes. The front tyre sports a 276 mm diameter disc and at the tyre, it is a 240 mm diameter disc. But the braking is again not so damn precise, as against many of the other bikes in the market.

I expected sharp braking effect which this bike failed to provide me with. Aesthetically, both the front and the rear discs are Astra gold touched making it a noticeable feature and is really a good move from Hero Honda.

Suspension

The Karizma ZMR is equipped with Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers in the front and the Hero Honda’s flagship Gas Reservoir Suspension at the rear.

ENGINE


Karizma ZMR sports an air-cooled, 4 stroke, single cylinder engine. The displacement capacity is 223cc making it the bike with the highest displacement in India till before Honda CBR 250R’s launch. The bike is capable of producing a maximum power of 13.15kW @ 7000 RPM and a maximum torque of 18.35Nm @ 6000 RPM.

However, for its price, the company could have provided a liquid cooled engine. I wish, the next generation Karizma sports one such engine. But the oil cooler solves the problem of engine overheating, which a tourister kind of bike should never experience. The bike has a multi plate wet clutch with a five speed gear box.


The bike sports a PGM-FI, which stands for Programmed Fuel Injection. This ensures that Karizma offers decent fuel efficiency, despite its large engine displacement.

Lights and Electricals

The 12V, Multi reflector Halogen bulbs in the headlamp gives us the confidence to ride in nights without any fear. The tail lamp is fitted with LED lamps making it look great at nights. The electric start is not a kind of feature touch as we had mentioned while reviewing Hero Honda Hunk. But that has got absolutely nothing to grumble about.

As with the case of other Hero Honda bikes, this bike also does not house a basic ‘Engine Kill Switch’. I could not come up with a proper reason why Hero Honda engineers are not concentrating on this small switch at all.

Sensors in Karizma ZMR

• Engine Oil Temperature Sensor
• Intake Air Temperature Sensor
• Throttle Position Sensor
• Crank Position Sensor
• Oxygen Sensor
• Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor

Riding Experience

First thing I want to tell you here is the fact that touching 100 kmph mark is absolutely a cakewalk for this bike. No struggles to do that. The initial pick up is almost close to excellent. The riding position offers good support to the back; highly suited for long rides. Though, the distance between the seat and the clip on handlebar is pretty large and one has to stretch a little, it is still fine.

This bike is almost 30kg heavier than the Yamaha YZF R15. This makes it slightly difficult for new users to handle this. Karizma ZMR enables pillion riders to have a comfortable journey at times of long drives. So it is a big nod for this bike from pillion riders too.


However, the size of the rear tyre could have been widened, thereby offering better road grip.

Colour Schemes

Available in the market with a set of 4 gorgeous colour schemes namely Vibrant Orange, Spot Light White, Panther Black Metallic and Candy Blazing Red.

PRICING FACTOR

Priced at 1.10 lakh, you get a big macho bike with great capabilities that also offer you a style statement.

Cheers!!!

(Oops! sorry to mention the Runner - None other than the Karizma ZMR Fi - cos he has the best styling and he was designed to rule.

even though he has not won the Best Bike of the Year.

He is the "King Bike of the Year"

Cheers again!!!Cheers!!!

(Oops! sorry to mention the Runner - None other than the Karizma ZMR Fi - cos he has the best styling and he was designed to rule.

even though he has not won the Best Bike of the Year.

He is the "King Bike of the Year"

Cheers again!!!

CONS OF THE BIKE 


However, I observed a minor flaw with the bike here. The gear lever goes further down even after putting the bike in the 1^st gear. Similarly, the lever goes further up after the 5^thgear. There is still free play left with the gear lever. This should be resolved for hassle free riding.