Taro GP-2 Predator

Taro GP-2 Key Specifications

Engine	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Water Cooled, Camshaft Overhead
Top Speed	135 KM Per Hour (Appro)
Maximum Power	16 Bhp @8500 rpm
Weight	140 Kg
Mileage	40 km/L
Cooling	Water Cooled
Price (BDT)	275,000/=

 

Engine performance & Transmission

Engine type	Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Water Cooled, Camshaft Overhead
Displacement	150 CC
Compression Ratio	10.7:1
Ignition System	CDI
Starting system	Electric
Clutch	Yes
No. of Cylinders	1
No. of Gears	Six (6)
Maximum Power	16 Bhp @8500 rpm
Maximum Torque	14.5 Nm @7000 rpm
Bore & Stroke	56.5 * 49.5 mm

 

Body Dimensions

Length	1930 mm
Width	730 mm
Height	1080 mm
Kerb Weight	140 Kg
Wheelbase	1313 mm
Seat Height	785 mm
Ground Clearance	130 mm
Fuel Capacity	11.5 L
Fuel Type	Petrol
No. of Seats	2
Loading Capacity	140 Kg

 

Suspension

Suspension Front	Upside Down (USD)
Suspension Rear	Monoshock

 

Brakes

Front Brake	Dual Front 300 mm Disc
Rear Brake	Single Rear 240 mm Disc

 

Tyres & Wheels

Front Tyre	110/70-16
Rear Tyre	140/70-16
Wheel Type	16 Inch Alloys
Tubeless Tyres	✓
Alloy Wheels	✓

 

Electricals & Features

Headlight	LED
Tail Light	LED
Battery	12V/7Ah
Clock	✓
Low Fuel Indicator	✓
Low Oil Indicator	✓
Speedometer	✓
Tachometer	Analog
Trun Lamp	✓
Projector Head Light	✕
Handlebar	Aluminium
Swingarm	Aluminium

 

Performance & Mileage

Top Speed	135 KM/H
Mileage (City)	35 KM/L
Mileage (Highway)	40 KM/L
Mileage (City & highway)	45 KM/L

 

Taro GP-2 Sport Available Colors

GREEN	ORANGE

 

Taro GP-2 Sport Review

Taro GP-2 Sport is also a 150 cc sports bike which is yet to available in Bangladesh. According to the report, it would be revealed here in March, 2018. Taro is basically a Italian brand but here in Bangladesh due to the official importar, it would be known as Taro Bangla. At the same time, Taro Bangla will release two different bikes from two different cc. Today we talk about Taro GP-2.

Basically in Bangladesh the usage of 150 cc bikes are heavy. But they are not actually sports category bike. People would like to buy 150 cc standard bike due to reasonable price and great mileage. People used to consider first 150 cc sports bike. Here in Bangladesh, there are not much 125 cc sports category bikes available only but few. They are obviously top rated like Aprilia RS4 125, KTM Duke 125 and RC 125. All three are premium segmented bikes which consists of heavy price tags. So, people like these bikes but most of the people of the country does not have ability to afford such bikes.

However, there are also some 125 cc sports bikes like Race GTR 125, GSR 125 and so on. These are available with lower price tags but not so lower which used to be expected by the people. They can not dominate the market at all which are also assembled in China though, it was originated somewhere else. So. considering all the fact the upcoming bike if Taro would face tough competition here which would be not from other 125 cc sports bikes but from the demand of people. Would they fill up the demand of people of the country that will be the main question. And obviously company should keep the price of their bike lower than same segment other sports bikes. Let’s see the complete specification of Taro GP-2 125 below.

Design & looks: Taro GP-2 Sport is almost as same looking as GP-1 just it’s displacement is less. It has attractive front end with wide rear position. The mirrors are also stylish. The bike is full faired and completely unique designed in Bangladesh. The bike has full engine guard attached with his seating position. Considering the design, it is very strong and well decorated bike.

Engine performance: Taro GP-2 Sport is a 150 cc bike consists of it’s actual displacement. Besides, the engine is four stroke, liquid cooled and camshaft overhead. However, the bike has six speed gearbox that can make 135 kmph top speed. The engine is very reliable type which can generates 16 Bhp @8500 rpm max power and 14.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm max torque.

Dimensions & seating position: Taro GP-2 Sport is a full faired sports bike and it’s measure are much alike with available sports bike in Bangladesh. It’s dimension is (1930 mm * 730 mm * 1080 mm). Besides, the wheelbase is greater which is 1313 mm and also it has good ground clearance. So, most of the obstacles on the road can not causes the riders of the bike. However, the bike has splitted seating position included where the rear seat is pretty higher and compatible with sports looks. The bike has 11.5 litres fuel tank capacity where the ignition system is EFI.

Suspension & Brakes: Taro GP-2 Sport has good quality suspensions added to the bike like it’s elder brother Taro GP-1. It has also front positive shock absorber and rear single gas absorber. Overall, the suspensions are great. Besides, it has front dual hydraulic disc brake added which are 300 mm disc each. rear brake is also hydraulic disc which is 240 mm disc. Braking system of the bike is so impressive.

Mileage: Taro GP-2 Sport is a highly decorated 150 cc sports bike and so, it’s mileage would be lower just like other available sports bike. But considering overall features, it’s average mileage would not less than 38 km hopefully.

Instrument Panel & Features: Taro GP-2 has attractive instrument console. There are digital and analog combination. RPM meter is analog and rest features are almost digital. It has digital speedometer, low fuel indicator, clock, digital gear display, odometer and trip meter. Besides, headlamp and tail lamp of the bikes are LED.

Colors & Price: Taro GP-2 will be available in Bangladesh with four colors. The colors are Red, Black, Green and Orange. The price of this motorcycles is 275,000 BDT.