Frankfurt Motor Show: 2010 Ford Grand C-MAX

Ford is expanding it’s family-oriented MPVs range with a new a new seven-seat model, the 2010 Ford Grand C-MAX. The 2010 Ford Grand C-MAX is targeted to compete with compact seven-seaters such as the Renault Grand Scenic and VW Touran. Ford is hoping to score a similar sales success to that of the S-Max, which doubled Ford’s UK sales of MPVs and cut into the share of the market-leading Renault Espace.

Based on the new global C-platform architecture that will underpin the next Ford Focus, the 2010 Ford Grand C-MAX is a long-wheelbase version of the five-seat C-Max, which was also launched at Frankfurt and will go on sale in autumn 2010. To accommodate a third row of seats, the Grand C-MAX gets a 150mm stretch than the five-seat C-Max. Ford has also eliminated the sloping roof to allow for improved headroom for third row passengers. The greenhouse also gets tweaked in the taffy-pulling exercise.

The Grand C-MAX also has a pair of sliding rear doors which is first used for a Ford passenger car and an optional powered tailgate. In the second row of three seats it has a novel arrangement for the central chair, which tumble-folds and then stores inside the neighbouring seat to open a central aisle through the cabin.

Inside, the cabin appears luxurious and modern. The button-intensive dash is dominated by a massive control knob which operates a small display screen. Other features include contrast stitching, a separate display for climate control functions, and a push button ignition.

It is worth mentioning that Ford is promised the Grand C-Max will build on Ford’s reputation for excellent driving. Due to the Focus’s independent rear suspension, the Grand C-Max is likely to have dynamics to beat its class.

The Ford Grand C-Max is set to be among the first European built. USA saling will begin at the end of 2011. It will be mostly unchanged, except for minor tweaks to comply with US regulations.

Yamaha G5

Libero G5, a 100 cc motorbike, has been offered by Yamaha. A well-built commuter motorcycle, it has a larger physique which makes it feel like a larger capacity bike. The bike hides a fuel gauge, another improvisation on the previous model. Reshaped dummy scoops under the fuel tank, a fresh set of graphics and dual-tone shades make the bike look good to eyes. The bike has high quality aluminium-alloy grabhandles, which make it taking out an impressive affair.

Looks and Styling
Added decals and stylish graphics make the vehicle appealing. Well thought-out changes have been made to make the looks more impressive. The vehicle has alloy wheels and swingarm tubular. The bike has been given attractive body colors to make it look good. The bike has catchy features like new graphics, air scoops, higher ground clearance, rear shock absorbers, and a longer wheelbase that really grabs attention. The head light has been designed with aerodynamic cowling and halogen bulb. Available in several body colors, the bike is a fine experience to drive on road. Luxurious push-cancel indicators and pass-light flashers add to the style in Libero G5.

Control and Comfort
The bike has an excellent body lining as well as aerodynamic cowling. and wider seat that ensures safe and comfortable riding for its passengers. Thanks to a large fuel tank, one need not visit a petrol pump several times a week. Lighting arrangement is such that one has no problem driving in night. Forward Inclined Single Cylinder keeps the vehicle in balance as well. Switchgear, levers, grips and handle-mounted choke levers are fine equipment on the bike.

Engine
The 4 stroke air-cooled SOHC engine churns out maximum power of 7.6 PS (5.59 kw) @ 7500 rpm and maximum torque of 0.8 kgf-m (7.85 Nm) @ 6000rpm. It has 10.5-litre fuel tank.

Engine Type	Air cooled, 4-stroke, SOHC, 2 valve
Cylinder Arrangement	Forward Inclined Single Cylinder
Displacement	106 cc
Bore and Stroke	49.0 mm x 56.0 mm
Compression Ratio	9.0:1
Seat height Rider/ Pillion Rider)	800 mm / 850 mm
Wheelbase	1290 mm
Frame Type	Double Cradle Type
Overall Length	2000 mm
Overall Width	730 mm
Overall Height	1050 mm
Ground Clearance	173 mm
Dry Weight	109 Kg
Kerb Weight	119 Kg
Starting System	Kick Starter
Battery capacity/Type	12V, 2.5AH
Headlight	12V, 35W / 35W(Halogen-HS1)
Lubrication System	Compulsive pressure Wet Sump
Fuel Tank Capacity	13.0 Litres
Fuel Meter	Indicates Fuel Level
Max Power	7.6 PS (5.59 KW) @ 7500 RPM
Max Torque	0.8 kgf-m (7.85Nm) @6000rpm
Brake Type	Front/Rear Drum(Leading Type)
Front Tyre	2.75 X 18" 4 PR
Rear Tyre	3.00 X 18" 6 PR
Carburetor type	Variable Venturi Type
Transmission type	Four steps of regular engagement formula advance
Primary/Secondary reduction ratio	3.722 (67 / 18) / 3.214(45 / 14)
Gear ratio	1st:3.000(33 / 11); 2nd: 1.688(27 / 16); 3rd: 1.200(24 / 20); 4th:0.875(21 / 24)
Caster angle	26.40 degree
Ignition system	C.D.I System (Digitally Timing Advanced)
Suspension Front/Rear	Telescopic fork/ Swing arm
Clutch type	Wet, Multiple-disc

Yamaha Motor India Ltd.

Yamaha Motors India (YMI), is a fully owned subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Corporation of Japan. The company manufactures bikes for domestic as well as overseas market in Faridabad and Surajpur plants. The company has opened Yamaha One, a branded dealership at Delhi. The parent company in Japan has also set up Yamaha Motors India Sales Pvt. Ltd.(YMIS) that looks after the sales and after sales services for Yamaha bikes.

Yamaha Brands

• Yamaha Alba
• Yamaha Crux
• Yamaha FZ 16
• Yamaha Gladiator
• Yamaha Gladiator SS/RS
• Yamaha Libero G5
• Yamaha MT 01
• Yamaha R15
• Yamaha YZF R1

About the Company
Yamaha Motor Company, which came into being as a motorcycle manufacturer in 1955, has been in production of bikes since its inception. With time, the company has diversified into a number of business verticals. In 1960, they began manufacturing powerboats and outboard motors. Thereafter, they developed proprietary engine and fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) technologies. Presently, the company is involved in manufacturing motorcycles, PAS electro-hybrid bikes, marine and power products, and automotive engines. Even unmanned helicopters are now produced by Yamaha.

Yamaha Motor India (YMI) was set up in India in August 2001 as a 100% subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Corporation (Japan), the parent company. However, prior to incorporation, the company operated in India as technology provider for a couple of decades.

Manufacturing plants of the company in India are located at Faridabad (Haryana) and Surajpur (Uttar Pradesh). Bikes manufactured in these plants are sole in domestic as well as overseas market. Yamaha plants in India have environment-friendly features like effluent treatment plant, and rain water-harvesting mechanism. They are developing environment friendly for their bikes too.

Hero Honda CD Deluxe srilanka

Keeping in line with the market trend of launching upgraded versions of entry-level 100cc bikes, Hero Honda came up with CD Deluxe. A polished version of CD Dawn, it resembles the CD-Dawn in every respect barring the frontal appearance and the snazzy new decals on the bike's body panels. The bike has ex-showroom price of Rs 32,000.

Looks and Styling
CD Deluxe comes in the color variants of black with golden stripes, black with yellow stripes, candy tahitian blue, Cool mint green, Amranth maroon, Candy blazing red, and Cloud silver. It has a masculine, sturdy structure, making it fit for everyday use. MR head and tail light ensure better visibility. Attractive graphics make it nice to look at. Wide seat makes it comfortable for the driver and the rider. Other add-ons include a translucent visor, compared to the somber, round-headlamp looks of the CD-Dawn. The bike has spoke wheels and it can get to the top speed of 85kmph.

Control and Comfort
The bike has telescopic hydraulic fork front suspension while the rear suspension has swing arm with hydraulic shock absorbers. The suspension system provides steadiness to bike by preventing it from sudden bumps due to unkind road. It has internal expanding type drums front and rear brakes. It has 4 - speed constant mesh gear box and multi plate wet type clutch. The vehicle has analog fuel gauge and speedometer. It has capacitor discharge ignition and roller chain drive. The bike has the kerb weight of 108kg. The bike performs well on mileage front and can be controlled well in heavy city traffic. It has the fuel tank of 10.50 ltrs and wheelbase of 1230mm.

Engine
The bike has 4 stroke single cylinder OHC air cooled engine churning out maximum power of 5.44 kw ( 7.4 PS) @ 8000 rpm and maximum torque of 0.79 kgm @ 5000 rpm.

Engine	4-Stroke OHC, Single Cylinder, Air Cooled
Bore x Stroke	50 x 49.5
Displacement	97.2 cc
Compression Ration	8.8:1
Max Power	5.44 kw (7.4 PS) @ 8000 rpm
Kerb Weight	108 Kg
Tyres (front)	2.75 x 18 - 4PR
Tyres (rear)	2.75 x 18 - 6PR
Torque	0.79 Kgm @ 5000 rpm
Clutch	Multi Plate Wet type
Transmission	4-Speed Constant Mesh
Final Drive	Roller Chain
Ignition	Capacitor discharge ignition
Wheel base	1230 mm
Brakes (front)	Internal Expanding Shoe Type - 130 mm Dia
Brakes (rear)	Internal Expanding Shoe Type - 110 mm Dia
Head Light	Rectangualr Multi Focal Reflector - 35 / 35W(Halogen Bulb)
Starting	Kick start
Frame	Tubular double cradle
Suspension (front)	Telescopic Hydraulic Fork
Suspension (rear)	Swing Arm with Hydraulic Shock absorbers
Dimensions (LxWxH)	1970x720x1045
Ground Clearance	159 mm
Fuel tank capacity	10.5 L

Bajaj Discover DTSi srilanka

Bajaj Discover DTSi is a 125 cc bike. The Bajaj Discover has been the highest selling 125 cc bike in India since its inception and far ahead of other bikes in its segment. It is equipped with world’s first 125cc DTSi engine which gives best in class power of 8.47kW (11.51Ps). The DTSi - Digital Twin Spark ignition technology leads to optimum combustion and phenomenal performance augmentation. Though the bike is not very comfortable for tall riders, it has proven to be a very popular executive commuter.

Looks & Styling
Bajaj Discover 125 DTSi is a clear winner when it comes to looks. The designers of this bike have given a lot of thought to its styling, graphics and contours. The stylish head lamps smartly merge into the tear drop fuel tank while the tail lamp also looks cool as it emerges from the body.

Control & Comfort
The long wheelbase and the optimized weight distribution of Bajaj Discover DTSi give right balance and poise. Bajaj Discover 125 has a telescopic front suspension of 31 mm diameter with antifriction bushes and the longest travel in its class of 135 mm. It has world first SNS (Spring-in-Spring) Rear suspension with triple springs also the longest travel in its class of 110 mm. Both the front and rear suspensions help in comfortable riding.

Engine & Performance
Bajaj Discover 125 DTSi produces a maximum torque of 10.8 Nm at 6500 rpm. The strong torque spread of Bajaj Discover results in an absolute linear delivery. Bajaj Discover DTSi has an excellent pick up and is miles ahead of its peer group on this front. It zooms from zero to 60 km/h in just 6.37 seconds and from zero to 100 km/h in 20.09 seconds.

Mileage and Economy
Bajaj Discover 125 DTSi is a rare combination of good looks and mileage. When riding at a normal speed of about 55 km/hr, you can easily get a mileage of around 60 km/l in city conditions.

Parameters	Bajaj Discover DTS-i	Bajaj Discover
Engine
Type	4 - Stroke, DTS-i, Natural Air Cooled	4 - Stroke, Natural air Cooled
Displacement	124.52 cc	111.63 cc
Max Net Power	8.47 kw (11.51 Ps) @ 8000 rpm	6.26 kw (8.51 Ps) @ 7500 rpm
Max Net Torque	10.8 Nm @ 6500 rpm	9.37 Nm @ 4500 rpm
Transmission	4 - Speed constant mesh	4 - Speed constant mesh
Clutch	Wet, Multidisc type	Wet, Multidisc type
Ignition system	Microprocessor controlled Digital CDI	Microprocessor controlled Digital CDI
Starting system	Kick start / Self start	Kick start
Frame	Double cradle tubular type	Tubular type
Suspension
Front Suspension	Telescopic	Telescopic
Rear Suspension	Trailing arm with Dual coaxial springs (Spring-in-Spring) with hydraulic shock absorbers	Trailing arm with Dual coaxial springs (Spring-in-Spring) with hydraulic shock absorbers
Rear Suspension adjustable	Yes	Yes
Brakes
Front Brake	Mechanical expanding shoe & drum type - 130 mm diameter.	Mechanical expanding shoe & drum type - 130 mm diameter.
Rear Brake	Mechanical expanding shoe & drum type - 130 mm diameter.	Mechanical expanding shoe & drum type - 130 mm diameter.
Electricals
System Voltage	12V (AC+DC)	12V (AC+DC)
Battery Type	12V, 2.5 Ah(KS) / 12V, 9 Ah(ES)	12V, 2.5 Ah
Headlamp	35 / 35 W Optoprism - Halogen lamp	35 / 35 W Optoprism - Halogen lamp
Tail lamp	5/21 W	5 W
Brake lamp	10 W	21 W
Turn signal lamp	10 W	10 W
Horn	12V, DC	12V, DC
Tyres
Front tyre size	2.75 x 17, 4PR	2.75 x 17, 4PR
Rear tyre size	3.00 x 17, 6PR	3.00 x 17, 6PR
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity	10 L (Reserve : 2.3 L)	10 L (Reserve : 2.3 L)
Dimensions
Length	2030 mm	2030 mm
Width	760 mm	760 mm
Height	1065 mm	1065 mm
Wheel base	1305 mm	1305 mm
Turning circle dia	2100 mm	2100 mm
Ground clearance	179 mm	179 mm
Kerb weight	125 kg - Kick start / 129 kg - Self start	117 kg
Other features
Ride control switch	Yes	Yes
Ignition cum St. lock	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Shape	Fairing	Fairing
Console	Angular-TwinPod	Angular-TwinPod
Lockable Seat	Yes	Yes
Dipper	Yes	Yes
Turn Indicator	Push Cancel	Push Cancel
Choke	Yes	Yes
Day Flasher	Yes	Yes