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The 2022 Triumph Street Triple RS is low on emissions, gets a bit more grunt and a mind-blowing price tag, but is still a no-compromise middleweight streetfighter you should go for.

Story: Sarmad Kadiri
Photographer: Sanjay Raikar

It’s been five years, but I still vividly remember shooting the new Street Triple RS at the Catalunya MotoGP track during the new model’s official media tour. What started as a skeptical ride of a fairingless motorcycle on a race track quickly became one of my fondest cycling memories. Fast forward to 2022 and here I am driving one on our roads, giving me a whole new perspective of the RS.

Since Triumph introduced the new generation, the naked middleweight has become an instant hit, making it a segment leader and a best-selling British marque. Overall, there are three variants to choose from, but our market gets the mid-range ‘R’ trim and the high-end ‘RS’ we have here.

If you like middleweight street fighters but don’t like to compromise, buying the “RS” is a no-brainer. This is the most powerful and desirable Street Triple on the market and Triumph’s Moto2 engine team have ensured that the 765cc straight triple is made to BS6 standard. Now two catalytic converters are required in the exhaust system to further limit emissions. So you can continue to enjoy the much-loved sporty but maneuverable Triple character, but without the guilt.

Triumph Street Triple RS: Design
It is an updated bike, so there are no major changes in terms of design or engine power. But you’ll notice the sharper twin headlights and signature daytime running lights that give the bike its distinct identity. Without looking twice, you’ll know it’s a Street Triple. There are a few other notable changes such as a more pronounced air intake just above the headlights and, like the face, the body also looks more chiseled now – straight from a mosquito net, a reworked side panel, rear section and belly. Even the aluminum frame is finished in Titanium Silver on our Matt Jet Black test bike, though the Silver Ice shade gets a fancier red treatment. You also get new graphics on the TFT with color choices, Bluetooth connectivity and GoPro controls. A new carbon fiber tip on the exhaust completes the visual changes to the BS6 bike.

Triumph Street Triple RS: Engine
Fortunately, as before, on the RS, the 765cc Triple continues to produce an impressive 123bhp, five bhp more than the standard R, making this version an absolute pleasure to drive. Engineers took this opportunity to tweak the engine to deliver a stronger mid-range, making the bike even better for everyday use. Torque has increased by two Nm to 79 Nm, which also peaks sooner than the old bike. Triumph says they have also made the crank, clutch and balancer shafts lighter, which has reduced rotational inertia by around 7%. These changes made the throttle response even more rewarding throughout the rev range now. As we rode around town, the extra grunt and torque became very evident, making the Street Triple RS much friendlier. In addition, you have the option to cycle through the driving modes according to the traffic situation. If you think Road mode is aggressive on congested roads, switching to Rain will make things smoother and less intimidating.

Triumph Street Triple RS: performance
As we pulled away from town and into the twisty hill roads, I could comfortably run around the corners without having to downshift, because there’s always plenty of power under your control. Empty stretches of road and Sport mode are a perfect combination to lift your spirits, as the roar of the three-cylinder echoes through the valley. Motorcycling is truly therapy and bikes like the Street Triple a well-recommended therapist. The sleek six-speed gearbox continues to power the rear wheel, but now features a quick-shifter, so you can up or down a gear without worrying about engaging the gear. ‘clutch. And even when you need to use the clutch, the assist system makes it easy to use. The experience is absolutely effortless.

Triumph Street Triple RS: ride and handling
Speaking of premium parts, the Street Triple RS features premium brakes and suspension that do full justice to the bike’s well-balanced chassis. Up front there’s the reliable, fully adjustable 41mm Showa fork, while at the rear the Öhlins STX40 monoshock provides damping. The bike feels nice, firm and incredibly precise when you throw it through fast corners and the meatier mid-range makes riding through a series of corners extremely rewarding. The incredible grip of the Pirelli tires encourages you to lean more. On long rides on our roads this setup tended to be a bit stiff and whoever thought the saddle would need a little more cushioning. A small compromise for a formidable maneuverability.

Triumph Street Triple RS: braking performance
The braking department is no less impressive either, with twin Brembo M50 monoblock calipers as well as Brembo MCS 19.21 radial master cylinder. The brake lever is also adjustable for reach and bite ratio and a single tap is all you need to lose speed. Strong braking prowess lets you apply the brake just a little later as you approach a corner and effortlessly swing the RS from corner to corner. And that’s when you’ll be congratulating yourself for gassing up and buying the premium RS over the standard R while passing your riding buddies without breaking a sweat.

Triumph Street Triple RS: Price
This brings us to the elephant in the room. The staggering price of Rs 11.35 lakh (ex-showroom) of the Street Triple RS, which is around Rs 2.5 lakh more expensive than the ‘R’. Yes, it’s a lot of money, but you can’t deny that the RS is a lot of motorcycling. To be honest, the standard Street Triple is all you need in town and on weekends, but if exclusivity and the finer things in life are your poison, then go ahead and sign that check.

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Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has raised the prices of Activa scooters in India. The Honda Active 125 as well as the Honda Activa 6G have suffered a price hike in India. Scooters are getting more expensive in the range of Rs 700 to Rs 1000. Rising input costs have driven the rise of scooters in India. Honda Activa is one of the company’s best-selling scooters and has a good turnover.

The Honda Active 125 is available in five variants: drum, alloy, disc, drum LE and disc LE. The Activa 125 drum now costs Rs 74,898 and is more expensive by Rs 741. The Activa 125 Alloy costs Rs 78,567 and is more expensive by Rs 842. The Activa 125 disc now costs Rs 82,162 and is more expensive by Rs 882 The limited edition Drum Activa 125 variant now costs Rs 79,657 while the Disc variant of the same costs Rs 83,162.

The Honda Activa 125 is powered by a 124cc single-cylinder engine that produces 8.1PS of power at 6,500rpm and a peak torque of 10.3Nm at 5,000rpm. The Honda Activa 125 scooter is available in two-tone color options – Pearl Amazing White with Matte Magnificent Copper Metallic and Matte Steel Black Metallic with Matte Earl Silver Metallic.

On the other hand, the new price of the Activa 6G STD is Rs 71,432 while the Activa 6G DLX costs Rs 73,177. Both variants get a price hike of Rs 833 and Rs 832 respectively. The Honda Activa 6G is powered by a 109.51cc single-cylinder engine that produces 7.79PS of power at 8,000rpm and a peak torque of 8.79Nm at 5,250rpm. The Honda Activa 6G scooter is available in six color options: Gorgeous Copper Matte Metallic, Black, Rebel Red Metallic, Axle Gray Matte Metallic, Precious Pearl White, and Decent Blue.

Honda has also increased the prices of its commuter bikes available in India. Honda CD 110 Dream, Honda Livo, Honda CB Shine and Honda SP 125 receive a price increase.

Bajaj Pulsar is one of the most popular and best selling bikes in India. The local bike manufacturer, with the launch of the Pulsar, reshaped Indian mindsets and made them pay attention to the appearance of the vehicle, instead of just the performance aspect of the motorcycles. Bajaj has had great success with Pulsar variants. Starting with Pulsar 135, the manufacturer’s 220cc creation has gained equal traction among bike enthusiasts.

Bajaj launched the first edition of the Bajaj Pulsar 220Fback in 2009 and since then the company has revamped the bike in various aspects related to design, performance and mileage. The 2022 Bajaj Pulsar 220F enjoys the same, if not more, fan following as when it launched.

Engine

The Bajaj Pulsar 220Fis pushed onto the tarmac by a 220cc, 4-stroke, BS-VI, DTS-i powertrain that manages to produce around 20hp of power and a peak torque of 18.55Nm. With the specs that the engine of the Bajaj Pulsar 220Ffosters, it can easily be considered the most powerful bike in its class.

Price

The price of the Bajaj Pulsar 220F varied depending on the type of variant chosen by the buyer. The Bajaj Pulsar 220FABS BS-VI edition slims the price of Rs.1.34 lakh, while the Bajaj Pulsar 220FDagger Edge Edition comes at the price of Rs.1.40 lakh.

Mileage

Bajaj is very keen on making its bikes as efficient as possible for Indian roads and so, even for the 220cc edition of the Bajaj Pulsar, the mileage does the job for Indians. The Bajaj Pulsar 220F, equipped with a 15 liter fuel tank, claims to touch the fuel efficiency of 40 kilometers per litre. However, the number may vary depending on the terrain the bike is riding on and the condition it is ridden in.

Features

The Bajaj Pulsar 220F comes with plenty of features and offers a detailed experience when it comes to bike information. The bike is equipped with a self-cancel indicator and an engine stop switch. Additionally, the bike sharpens projector headlights that provide riding confidence even in low light or dark conditions.

Color

The Bajaj Pulsar 220F offers one of the most diverse ranges when it comes to what shades the bike will wear. The company offers customers the 220cc beast in Sapphire Blue, Sparkle Black, Pearl White and Volcanic Red. Moreover, Bajaj Pulsar 220F also offers two combo colors – Black Blue and Black Red.

The powerful 220cc engine of the Bajaj Pulsar 220F is mated to a 5-speed transmission and has a total curb weight of 155 kilograms.

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Growing up, I always lived in big cities. I’m talking about Jakarta, Hong Kong and now London – cities with thousands, if not millions of cars, but I’ve never driven once.

In London, taking an Uber is incredibly easy. I press a button on my phone and voila! A driver is less than five minutes from my house and will pick me up and take me to my destination shortly. What a dream! Well, if only it were that simple.

Unfortunately, London is insanely expensive and the average Uber ride is around $20 (i.e. not taking into account rush hours, rush hours, etc.) which means that in the long run term, it’s just not feasible, especially not for young people. people.

So what is the solution? A bicycle, of course.

In London, the average commuter spends around £120 GBP (approximately US$160) per month on travel, whether using the bus, train or tube. In the long run, it’s also a lot of money – money that could be invested in a bike.

Enter: VanMoof.

I toyed with the idea of ​​buying a bike for a long time. After all, it’s the fastest and easiest way to get around the city.

As a loyal user of Uber bikes, I have recognized the value of an e-bike. It can take you anywhere incredibly quickly and get you there without you needing to put all your power into the bike, leaving you drenched in sweat.

Today, Amsterdam-based VanMoof launched its two new bikes, dubbed Lyra and Vega, and once again pledged to “revolutionize the way people experience their cities around the world”.

“This is not just a leap forward for e-mobility, but for the future of our cities as a whole,” the label said.

For those of you who like the tech behind the bike, you’ll be enthralled by the new Gen 5 motor. There’s even a Boost button, which will get you going full throttle. The bikes also have a long-lasting battery, which means you can cycle for hours.

I know what you’re thinking. “Someone is going to steal it!” and yes, that’s a big fear for me too, and also part of the reason why I didn’t pull the trigger when it came to buying my own bike.

But, every VanMoof comes with anti-theft technology! “Our ironclad protection puts bike thieves out of business,” says the brand.

With VanMoof’s “Peace of Mind” service, they literally have bike hunters who will track down your bike or replace it in the event of a tragic theft. There are also Bike Doctors, who help you with technical problems.

VanMoof is already present in more than 50 cities and counts big names such as Frank Ocean and Tyler, The Creator on its long list of fans.

It’s about changing the narrative around cycling and encouraging more people to see more of their city while doing it.

You don’t have to wear spandex with sports sunglasses – you can also enjoy a leisurely stroll. And even fashion, thanks to collaborations with labels like Jacquemus and GANNI.

With public transport prices rising, as well as Ubers and taxis in major cities, investing in a VanMoof just might be in our best interest – and the label knows it.

“We want to make our cities greener, cleaner and more enjoyable places to live. And the more people who join the revolution, the better – that’s why our e-bikes are now more accessible than ever. .”

The VanMoof S5 and A5 are currently available through the label’s waitlist, which launched online today, or through an early access code.

Retailing at £2,298 (around US$3,000), it’s certainly an investment, but it’s one VanMoof hopes more young people will make, to completely rewrite the narrative around transport – and we’re all aboard.

Honda Two-wheelers India has drastically reduced the prices of its flagship motorcycle, the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade. The new Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade was announced for the Indian market in mid-2020 while the bike was officially launched last year at a starting price of Rs 32.68 lakh, ex-showroom. However, it has now received a massive price reduction of almost Rs 10 lakh and is currently selling from Rs 23.11 lakh, ex-showroom Gurugram (Haryana).

The new vs old starting prices of the Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade are mentioned in the table below:

Although Honda has yet to send out a press release justifying the reason for the massive price reduction, the new price list has been updated on the official BigWing India company website. The new Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade is currently offered in India in two color variants. Its STD Black variant is now priced at Rs 23.11 lakh, while the STD Red color scheme retails at Rs 23.62 lakh, all ex-showroom prices in Gurugram (Haryana).

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It is worth mentioning that at its previous price, the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade was almost twice as expensive as its rivals including the Kawasaki ZX-10R (Rs 15.83 lakh), Ducati Panigale V4 (starts at Rs 23, 50 lakh) and the Aprilia RSV4 (Rs 23.69 lakh), all prices ex-showroom. The new Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade is the most powerful Fireblade ever! This motorcycle is powered by a 1000cc, liquid cooled, 4 stroke, DOHC, inline 4 cylinder engine.

The CBR1000RR-R Fireblade develops a staggering maximum power of 214.5 hp at 14,500 rpm and 113 Nm of maximum torque at 12,500 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and it also benefits from Honda’s Selectable Torque Control (HSTC). For braking duties, the motorcycle is equipped with two 330 mm discs at the front and one 220 mm disc at the rear with dual-channel ABS.

Also read: Triumph Tiger Sport 660 vs Kawasaki Versys 650 vs Suzuki V-Strom 650 XT: Comparison

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Today being the residual economy of the past few years, we have another repercussion on the record—and this one is going to hit Honda NR750 fans with a full no-no.

Our source today is a specialist in the rare collector’s motorcycle trade named Ciarán Perrin (of Extreme Trading in Norwich), who forwarded to Multi-channel network that it is almost impossible to get your hands on the usual lots of nice retro Japanese machines from 1980/1990.

The reason?

Apparently soaring prices in Japan mean that bikes are not only twice as expensive and harder to get here (in the UK), but they end up around the same price as a bike in the UK anyway United States, making imports unnecessary for today’s market.

Combine this with:

1. US cries louder than ever for retro collectibles
2. Eased import regulations making buying retro deals easier than ever

…and you have a sparse market that just can’t keep up.

“…it no longer makes commercial sense for importers like Ciarán to bring in bikes for sale”, explains the report.

Ciaran continues:

“If I want to buy an RC30 or an NR750 in Japan, by the time I land it they’re the same price as you can buy one in the UK. I still have to do some work when it arrives too.” As nice as it is, you’ll probably have to put an extra £1,500 into it – maybe £5,000 depending on what needs to be done.”

“We’re still buying the bike from Japan if we can find it, but basically it’s sort of finished at the moment. I know two dealers who have sold bikes to America, and once they leave the UK United, they will not return.

We’ll keep you posted on more stories and information as they come in from the pipeline itself. Be sure to subscribe to our newsletter where our main man Cameron Martel curates the best of the latest news and delivers it to your inbox, drop a comment to let us know what you think and as always , stay safe on the twisties.

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Irish cameraman Pierre Zakrzewski, killed while covering the war in Ukraine, has spent his life discovering the world through travel, a passion that will eventually lead him to a celebrated career in journalism, his mass of funeral.

Zakrzewski (55) was killed just outside Kyiv on March 14 alongside his colleague Oleksandra Kuvshynova when the car they were traveling in was hit by incoming fire.

His funeral remembered a man loved by his family and colleagues, who had led a life shaped by adventure.

In one of three eulogies, Zakrzewski’s brother, Stas, told the congregation how Pierre’s French godfather, Jean-Pierre, had been a particularly important influence, regaling him with travel stories that inspired to dream of adventures in faraway places.

Michelle Ross-Stanton, wife of the late Pierre Zakrzewski, speaks to Foreign Secretary Simon Coveney at her husband’s funeral. Photography: Tom Honan for The Irish Times

“And 42 years later,” he said, quoting his late brother, “for most of the year, I find myself all over the world. Whether it’s for work or just a trek, I am still as amazed by the world and the adventure as when I started.

Stas described how, fleeing the constraints of traditional education, Pierre had learned about life during those years.

“That’s where his interest in photography and politics started to merge with freelance journalism,” he said. “He taught us to think outside the box and that nothing is impossible.”

The life of Zakrzewski, who is survived by his wife Michelle and extended family, was celebrated in a ceremony at the Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Foxrock, south Dublin. Foreign Secretary Simon Coveney attended, while President Michael D Higgins and Taoiseach Micheál Martin were officially represented by aides-de-camp, Commanders Deirdre Newell and Claire Mortimer respectively.

Pierre Zakrzewski’s coffin is carried to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Foxrock. Zakrzewski’s brother Greg is pictured at left. Photography: Tom Honan

Ukrainian Ambassador to Ireland Larysa Gerasko and US Ambassador to Ireland Claire Cronin were also present, as was Labor Party leader Ivana Bacik.

A large Garda presence led traffic outside as participants entered the church. Zakrzewski’s modest, unvarnished coffin was transported with the accompaniment of Iníon Choncúr Bán, played on uilleann flute by Mark Redmond.

Ukrainian pins were worn on the mantles of mourners, and on the altar was a row of handmade sunflowers, the national flower of the beleaguered country in which Zakrzewski died covering the conflict.

Small Irish and Ukrainian flags were tied to the handles of his coffin and the tearful nieces and nephews who followed him held more homemade sunflowers tied to straws. Some of them then paid their respects at the altar – a toy motorcycle; Zakrzewski’s first and second favorite foods, dry sausage and Tayto chips; a book about the Rolling Stones; and a camera.

“Motivated by his desire to sincerely meet genuine, egoless people, to truly present their stories and their uniqueness to the world, he distinguished himself as a storyteller,” Father Kieran Dunne said in his homily.

Pierre Zakrzewski with colleagues in kyiv. Photograph: Fox News via The New York Times

He was “a proud Irishman, unafraid of his roots and down to earth, able to cross languages, cultures, traditions and identities and see them not as barriers but as oceans of possibilities for human encounter, sharing and growth”.

St. Patrick’s Cathedral High School Choir sang Amazing Grace.

In his eulogy, his friend and Fox News colleague Tim Santhouse recalled how Zakrzewski spent many months after the US withdrawal from Afghanistan helping those trapped inside to escape. His childhood friend, Ronan Hingerty, said Zakrzewski would not be measured by awards or honors, but by how he made people feel.

Moments before his casket was led to the hymn How Great Thou Art, Father Dunne offered a final thought on the nature of Mr Zakrzewski’s life’s work.

“Telling the truth is a labor of love,” he said. “Love always has a price. And what a terrible price.

The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Abubakar III, has asked traders not to raise food prices as the month of Muslim fasting approaches.

“I use this medium to call on all merchants who sell things to be afraid of what Almighty God will ask of them when they come to him on the day of judgment,” Mr Abubakar said.

He said traders should instead reduce commodity prices to receive God’s blessings.

“Instead of raising the prices of foodstuffs and other necessities, try to lower the prices in order to gain the blessing of Almighty God,” he said.

The Sultan made the call in Bauchi on Saturday following a week-long 2022 nationwide Quran recitation competition organized by the Bauchi State Government in collaboration with Usman Dan Fodio University in Sokoto.

He stressed the need for traders to be wary of judgment day and avoid extortion from bosses.

The sultan, who is also the general chairman of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, called on governments at all levels to devise measures to reduce the cost of living in the country.

“I think it is up to all of us to work together and bring this rising cost of food down to affordable levels so that we can all have a successful Ramadan.

“I think it’s not too much to ask of the government after all, we elected you to serve us and not for us to serve you,” the sultan said.

Muslims around the world will observe a 30-day fasting period (Ramadan) starting in April.

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Friday, March 25, 2022

Used cars being unloaded from a freighter at the Port of Mombasa. FILE PHOTO | NMG

By JOHN MUTUA
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Car sales rose 14% last year, defying a record rise in vehicle prices amid a recovery from the economic woes of Covid-19.

Data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) shows that the number of newly registered units rose to 107,499 units last year from 94,128 the previous year.

The uptick came in a year when prices for second cars rose as much as 52% due to a combination of factors including expensive units in source markets like Japan, a weakened shilling against the dollar, and supply issues due to coronavirus restrictions.

Expensive cars were expected to dampen demand in an economy that has yet to fully recover from the effects of Covid-19 that triggered layoffs, job cuts and business closures.

This is a recovery from the performance recorded in 2020, when sales fell 16.5% from 109,751 the previous year due to shipping problems caused by the closure of ports in countries like Japan.

“People had been adopting a wait-and-see attitude in 2020 because of Covid, but since last year things have started to pick up and sales are getting back to normal,” Charles Munyori, secretary general of the Kenya Auto Bazaar Association, who represents used car dealerships.

Kenya eased restrictions that were imposed to curb the spread of the coronavirus last year, marking the start of economic recovery as businesses resumed hiring and ended pay cuts, which in turn increased the purchasing power.

Prices of popular Japanese models for 2014 such as Toyota Harrier, Toyota Fielder, Toyota Rav 4, Toyota Premio and Nissan X-Trail have increased by a range between 200,000 and 600,000 shillings since April last year.

Shipments were halted for most of 2020 after source markets like Japan closed ports due to bans on travel and social gatherings, causing shipment delays for months.

The closure has also led to increased shipping costs as shipping companies have raised prices due to limited spaces resulting in record prices for used cars which are popular in Kenya especially with the middle class.

Japanese cars dominate the Kenyan used car market, with over 80% market share.

Motorcycle registrations also rose as the economic recovery took hold in one of the country’s most popular modes of transportation. KNBS data shows motorcycle registrations rose 15% to 285,203 units from 246,705 a year earlier.

Motorbikes are preferred for their ability to avoid traffic jams and low fares in urban centers, which makes them convenient, especially during peak hours on the roads.

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