Hero MotoCorp's off-road bike
Impulse is now up for grabs. In New Delhi, the single disc model will cost you 74,730. The company has positioned the new 150-cc bike as a dual purpose bike that can be used for both normal commuting as well as off-road adventure.
Superbikes to be rolled out in 2012 Hero MotoCorp's other 150-cc bikes include the Achiever, CBZ Extreme and Hunk, which are priced between Rs 55,925 and Rs 65,215 (ex-showroom Delhi).
According to Hero's website, the specifications of Hero Impulse:
Engine
Type Air cooled, 4- stroke single cylinder OHC , Self start
Displacement 149.2cc
Max. Power 9.7 kW (13.2 Ps) @ 7500 rpm
Max. Torque 13.4 N-m @ 5000 rpm
Ingnition D.C - CDI Ignition System
Transmission & Chassis
Gear box 5 Speed constant mesh
Suspension
Front Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Rear Swing Arm with Mono Suspension with Nitrox
Brakes
Front Brake Dia 240 mm Disc
Rear Brake Drum Internal expanding shoe type (110 mm)
Wheels & Tyres Tyre Size Front 90 / 90 x 19 - 52 P
Tyre Size Rear 110 / 90 x 17 - 60 P
Electricals Battery 12 V - 4 Ah, MF Battery
Head Light 12 V - 35 W / 35 W - Halogen Bulb (Multi -Reflector Type)
Tail Stop Lamp 12V - 0.5 W / 4.1 W LED Lamp
Turn Signal Lamp 12 V - 10 W (Amber Bulb) x 4 nos (Multi-Reflector-Clear Lens)
Dimensions Wheelbase 1360mm
Ground Clearance 245 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 11.1 Litre (Min) - 2.6 Litre (Usable Reserve)