Engine |
Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Water Cooled, Camshaft Overhead |
Top Speed |
135 KM Per Hour (Appro) |
Maximum Power | 14.8 Bhp @8500 rpm |
Weight |
140 Kg |
Mileage | 38+ KM Per Litter Fuel |
Cooling | Water Cooled |
Price (BDT) |
275,000/= |
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 | 14.8 Bhp @8500 rpm |
Maximum Torque | 14.0 Nm @6500 rpm |
Bore & Stroke | 56.5 * 49.5 mm |
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 Front | Positive Shock Absorber |
Suspension Rear | Single Gas Absorber |
Front Brake | Dual Front 300 mm Disc |
Rear Brake | Single Rear 240 mm Disc |
Front Tyre | 110/70-16 |
Rear Tyre | 140/70-16 |
Wheel Type | 16 Inch Alloys |
Tubeless Tyres | ✓ |
Alloy Wheels | ✓ |
Headlight | LED |
Tail Light | LED |
Battery | 12V/7Ah |
Clock | ✓ |
Low Fuel Indicator | ✓ |
Low Oil Indicator | ✓ |
Speedometer | ✓ |
Tachometer | Analog |
Trun Lamp | ✓ |
Projector Head Light |
✕ |
Top Speed | 155 KM/H |
Mileage (City) | 36 KM/L |
Mileage (Highway) | 42 KM/L |
Mileage (City & highway) | 38 KM/L |
GREEN | ORANGE |
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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 14.8 Bhp @8500 rpm max power and 14.0 Nm @ 6500 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.
Taro GP-2 Sport Rating
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Looks - 9/10
9/10
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Resale Value - 6/10
6/10
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Comfort - 7.5/10
7.5/10
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Fuel Consumption - 7/10
7/10
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Top Speed - 7.5/10
7.5/10
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Value of Money - 6.5/10
6.5/10
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Handling and Control - 8/10
8/10
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Customer Service - 6/10
6/10
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Spare Parts Cost & Durability - 6.5/10
6.5/10
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Reliability - 6/10
6/10
Summary
Taro GP-2 is a fantastic designed sports bike which can be selected at the first sight. But importer of the bike named Taro Bangla should keep the price lower and so that general people can buy the products. Unless it's future would not be very good. However, it's features like reliability, comfort, engine power and mileage all are considerable good.
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