Hero Honda Karizma R

Hero Honda Karizma R

Hero Honda Karizma R
Manufacturer	Hero Honda
Production	2007 - 2014
Predecessor	Hero Honda Karizma
Successor	Hero Honda Karizma ZMR FI
Class	Sport touring motorcycle
Engine	223 cc (13.6 cu in) air-cooled, four-stroke cycle, single, kick start / electric start
Compression ratio	9:1
Top speed	140 Kmph
Power	14.9 kW (20.0 hp) @ 8,000 rpm (claimed)
Torque	14.5 ft⋅lb (19.7 N⋅m) @ 6,500 rpm (claimed)
Transmission	5-speed
Suspension	Front: Telescopic fork, 135 mm travel Rear: Swing arm
Brakes	Front: 276 mm (disc) Rear: 130 mm (Drum brake)
Tires	Front Tyre: 2.75 x 18 -42P and Rear Tyre: 100/90 x 18 - 56P
Wheelbase	1,355.00 mm
Dimensions	L: 2,125.00 mm W: 755.00 mm H: 1,160.00 mm
Fuel capacity	15 litre (V2)
Fuel consumption	40 km/L
Turning radius	2.5m
Related	Honda CRF230

The Hero Honda Karizma R is a motorcycle launched as a successor of Hero Honda Karizma . It was launched in 2007^[1][2] and was given a minor cosmetic update in 2011. In September 2009, it was supplemented by a full faired variant Karizma ZMR with Programmed fuel injection.^[3] After the separation of Hero Honda joint venture, They rebranded the same model in 2012 as Hero Karizma R and it got a generation update in 2014 with new styling,clip on handle bar setup and performance changes.

Karizma 2014 refreshed model 2nd generation cosmetic update in karizma R series

Design and styling

Honda seems to have contributed a lot in the 'blending' starting with the styling being inspired by Honda VFR800.^[4] The instrument panel and the tank recesses were also designed keeping their functionality in mind. The horn came under criticism for not being loud enough.^[5] In the initial models, the rear tyre was smaller, resulting in critical reviews which were addressed in the upgrade of 2014 and also the styling is inspired by Honda CBF600.^[6]

Karizma R in Blue shade (R design on the tank)

Comfort and handling

The sporty seating position is similar to Honda CBZ 125 F and BMW F650.^[7] 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.^[8] However the rear tyre, the handle bar and the foot pegs have been blamed in affecting the handling in the first models.^[9]

karizma R seating position and rear view.

Performance and fuel economy

Karizma has the Original Honda's tried and tested, but slightly detuned version of 223 cc SOHC air-cooled engine from the CRF230 series of enduro/MX/supermoto bikes that are sold in the US 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 or 2.58 in and stroke 66.2 mm or 2.61 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).^[8][10]

Hero MotoCorp launched second generation Karizma R in 2014 with updated styling inspired from EBR after the separation of Hero Honda Joint Venture. The bike has been praised by many due to its affordable maintenance costs and its ability to endure long trips despite the lack of water-cooling system. Due to its joint partnership with Honda, many of its parts such as fuel pump, rear brake pads, spark plug are compatible with prominent Honda models and can be sourced by international owners on online marketing sites such as Amazon and eBay. Due to its revered history, there has been reporting to indicate that Hero plans to relaunch the model with higher engine size to compete with other established brands.

References

1. "Hero MotoCorp History | Hero MotoCorp Information".
2. "Hero Honda's Karizma to cost Rs 79,000". The Times Of India. 16 May 1997. Archived from the original on July 20, 2014. Retrieved 28 January 2012.
3. "Hero Honda launches Karizma ZMR". 29 September 2009. Archived from the original on 24 March 2012. Retrieved 28 January 2012.
4. ":: Autocar India - Car and Bike Magazine ::". Archived from the original on 2009-11-11. Retrieved 2009-11-06.
5. Sarkar, John (15 Jul 2007). "The Karizma R of cruising". The Economic Times. Retrieved 2011-03-08.
6. Ganguly, Riju (31 October 2013). "2009 Hero Motocorp Karizma". TopSpeed. Retrieved 15 February 2019.
7. "Hero Honda-Karizma". Overdrive. July 1, 2003. Archived from the original on 2009-11-11. Retrieved 2009-11-06.
8. "Karizma | Automobile and Car Review India". Archived from the original on 2008-10-14. Retrieved 2008-10-26.
9. "So just how good is the R15 on the track". Bike India. January 10, 2008. Retrieved 2009-11-06. ^{[dead link‍]}
10. "HERO HONDA KARIZMA-Overdrive". Archived from the original on 2008-12-31. Retrieved 2008-12-17.

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• Hero Honda Ambition 135
• Hero Honda Super Splendor
• Hero Honda Splendor
• Hero Honda Hunk
• Hero Passion
• Hero Pleasure
• Hero Honda Achiever
• Honda Shine
• Honda Unicorn
• Hero Honda CBZ
• Hero Honda Karizma
• Hero Honda Karizma ZMR
• Honda Activa

External links

• Karizma ZMR official website
• Karizma R official website
• Hero Honda Karizma