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EDITORIAL CITY OFJOY

By now, all of you must have already noticed the massive changes in the roads within the capital. Isn’t is quite a relief to finally see the demolished streets back in shape with the extended and improved roads. And what a sight we must say! Of course, work is still going on at some sections. But nevertheless, we are loving the rapid pace at which work is being carried out. Finally there is going to be some breather from having to drive in congested roads. Or is it? What about our insane driving/riding habits? Isn’t it high time we got ourselves educated on how to make the right use of the roads? Otherwise, this will only mean that the widened roads will become a playground for deadlier vehicle accidents with more room for careless driving/riding. Public vehicles need to be disciplined, private vehicle drivers will have to be more cautious, riders need to stop being careless and pedestrians should avoid jay walking. And with the roads in the city going through an exciting transformation of its own, the new and improved Honda City couldn’t have really arrived at better time. So we took the new Honda City in both manual and CVT automatic variant for a quick spin around town to tell you what it is all about. Other reviews include of the retro Royal Enfield Continental GT café racer and the attractive Commencal Acid fixxie bicycle. As a nod to the original Continental GT, Royal Enfield has revived the feeling of freedom, fun and responsiveness that riders were trying to achieve back then and re-introduced it in the modern context with the new 535cc Continental GT café racer motorcycle. Stepping up the game in Commencal’s 2013 collection and moving away from their comfort zone of mountain bikes is Commencal’s first fixed-gear bike, the Acid, which pushes the bar when it comes to style over substance. The last month for one was quite eventful as well with a host of motoring and cycling events being held. Catch all the report from some of the most exciting events held in the country and read some about the season opening races of the international F1 and MotoGP Championship. With new regulations in the offing, the tables have turned and the season is looking unpredictable and more dramatic. It’s going to be exciting! So the Nepali New Year 2071 is around the corner and we bet that most of you are pretty much already looking forward to it. Well, we already have a plan and like always we are all geared up to kick in the New Year in style with the 6th Enfield Rendezvous & Poker Run. Pokhara here we come thundering and rumbling! Happy Nepali New Year 2071 folks… Have a great one.

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CONTENTS

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READERS’ PHOTOS NEWS: LOCAL

NEWS: INTERNATIONAL

22 LAUNCHPAD

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6TH ENFIELD RENDZVOUS & POKER RUN PREVIEW

HONDA CB TRIGGER

MARKET WATCH

AUTO SHOWS

EVENT PREVIEW

TEST RIDE

TEST DRIVE

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TEST RIDE

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GO FORD PROMOTES NEED FOR SPEED Go Automobiles Pvt. Ltd, the authorized distributors of Ford vehicles in Nepal, hosted a charity premiere screening of the Need For Speed movie at QFX Jai Nepal on 28th March, 2014 and had extended invitations to selected media. Though the new movie based on the popular EA Entertainment racing game casts Aaron Paul as a car-loving, hardworking street racer in the lead role, Ford’s Mustang has received a star treatment as well. Before he even cast a single actor, director Scott Waugh actually travelled to Detroit

to meet with Ford Motor Co. executives about using the iconic Mustang car in his movie. The Mustang was the perfect fit for his lead character. The Mustang in “Need For Speed” is based on the 2013 Shelby GT500 and billed in the film as the final car famed designer Carroll Shelby was working on at the time of his 2012 death. Among the custom alterations were a wider body, 20-inch alloy wheels, a V8 engine, heavier compression rates on the springs, high-charged Bilstein shocks and thicker sway bars. The interior console was adapted to accommodate an iPad for Paul’s character to use when communicating with his crew and the futuristic side-view mirrors were turned into cameras. Seven

different Mustangs were built, each serving specific purposes ranging from beauty shots, stunts and driving shots to a model that could be lifted by and hung from a helicopter. Need For Speed marks roughly the 3,000th appearance in a feature film for the Mustang, one that Ford is particularly proud of.

HYUNDAI SCHEME WINNERS NAMED Laxmi Intercontinental, the authorised distributor of Hyundai cars in Nepal, has announced the winners of its scheme named “Dashai Tihar Ko Offer Super Duper Bumper”. While Janardan Bastola and Gobinda Prasad Bhattrai won a Hyundai Eon car each, Prakash Upreti, Chaudhari Traders, Naresh Kumar Tuladhar, Geeta Bhuju, Uttam Prasad Acharya, Jots Raj Neupane, Alok Dhungel, Ramesh Kumar Shrestha and Madhusudan Gopal Lakaul, Ganesh Chhetri and Bijay Lal KC won five tola gold each through the lucky draw.

SUZUKI’S LAKHPATI THAU KO THAU OFFER VG Automobiles Pvt. Ltd, a subsidiary of Vishal Group and the authorised importer and distributor of Suzuki motorcycles in Nepal have come up with yet another exciting scheme for their valued customers with the tagline “Lakhpati Thau Ko Thau”. This scheme will give their customers a chance to win a cash prize ranging between Nrs. 8000 to Nrs. 100000 right on the spot at the purchase of a Suzuki motorcycle. According to the company, easy financing facilities have also been made available at all its dealer showrooms and customers looking for exchange options can expect the best valuation for their old motorcycles through the company.

NEW CAMPAIGNS FROM YAMAHA M. A.W Enterprises, the sole distributor of Yamaha motorcycles in Nepal, has set out to deliver a bold fashion statement of its own with the new advertising campaign RAY Z | ‘FOR YOU & ME’ - THE MOST STYLISH UNISEX SCOOTER IN TOWN, aiming to appeal to the young hip urban commuters of both sexes. Yamaha Ray Z screams louder than ever with its trendy look. Heart throbbing actress Namrata Shrestha, who is the Goodwill ambassador of Yamaha Ray and Ray Z, has been leading this campaign. M.A.W Enterprises Pvt. Ltd has always served their customers in the best way and has also provided various schemes like ‘Resale Value Guarantee’ for Yamaha Ray and Ray Z. Continuing with their annual trend, MAW Enterprises has also introduced a consumer scheme entitled – ‘YAMAHA WINNING EXPRESS’ to mark the beginning of New Year 2071. As per the scheme, buyers will get a sure shot cash prize of Rs 7,100. Likewise, as a bumper prize, 4 lucky winners selected through a lucky draw will get the life time opportunity of a Free Trip to Brazil during the most sought after sporting event – FIFA World Cup. With YAMAHA, lucky winners will be getting an opportunity to visit Brazil to experience the energy of the greatest football festival. 18

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KOENIGSEGG UNLEASHES THE AGERA ONE:1 Koenigsegg has officially pulled the wraps off not only the most powerful Koenigsegg ever built, but possibly the fastest car ever built. The car produces 1340bhp and weigh in at just 1340kg, which simply translates to one horsepower for every kilogram! Hence the name Agera One:1. There’s a Le Mans-inspired active wing configuration that produces around 600kg of downforce - the same as the P1 larger air vents for cooling, active undertrim air management, a roof air scoop, titanium exhaust system, upgraded triplex suspension with carbon bevel springs with active shocks and ride height, and of course, an upgraded version of the twin-turbocharged 5.0-litre V8 from the Agera R. Top speed is around 440kph, it’ll go from 0-100kph in 2.8 seconds, 0-300kph in about 12 seconds and 0-400kph in 20 seconds. Koenigsegg has confirmed that just six of the extreme hypercars were built - seven if you include the company’s own R&D car - with two being sold to British customers, and four on their way to China.

PORSCHE REVEALS CAYMAN AND BOXSTER GTS Porsche has announced the fastest and most powerful ever Cayman to grace the streets of the world. It’s the new Cayman GTS. This is chiefly because the 3.4-litre flat-six ‘boxer’ engine has been tuned to deliver 340bhp and 380Nm of torque, while the Sport Chrono pack and active suspension have both been fitted as standard. You get a new front spoiler and black-finish bi-xenon headlights, a new lower rear apron, 20in Carrera S alloys and the option of a 20mm lower ride height. Both of those allow the driver to fine tune damper stiffness and throttle response, and in conjunction with Porsche’s PDK doubleclutch auto box, the new Cayman GTS is able to accelerate from 0-100kph in 4.6 seconds. Top speed sits at 285kph. Now the Boxster. The drop-top sports car also gets the same 3.4-litre flat-six, here tuned to deliver 330bhp and 370Nm of torque, that together with the PDK gearbox - sprints from 0-100kph in just 4.7 seconds (0.3s quicker than the Boxster S), and on to a top speed of 280kph; the first ever Boxster to top the 280kph barrier. There’s the same Sport Chrono pack and active suspension as in the Cayman, a launch control function, the dynamic engine mounts that reduce the weight transfer when your palms get sweaty, 20in Carrera S alloys and the option of a chassis that’s 20mm lower. Externally the Boxster GTS gets a new front spoiler, rear apron and black-finish bi-xenon headlights, and inside there are sports seats and much Alcantara. facebook.com/AutolifeNepal

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DUCATI DIAVEL GETS AN UPDATE The Diavel was launched in 2011 and quickly rose to the top of the power cruiser segment thanks to its revelatory handling, stopping power to rival the firm’s own 1198 superbike, and performance to match from the sportsbike-derived engine. Three years after the bike was launched to widespread acclaim for delivering sportsbike levels of performance to the cruiser class, Ducati has now updated the Diavel. Official images and technical data reveal that Ducati’s game-changing Diavel will benefit from a host of revisions for 2014. The main changes centre around a new twin-spark version of the 1198cc Testastretta V-twin engine. While Ducati claim that it will pack the same 162 bhp punch as the outgoing version, there will be more torque on tap and improvements throughout the rev range. In addition, the new engine is also claimed to deliver improved fuel efficiency, while servicing costs will reduce, with the new model only requiring a major service every 28,800 kms.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON SHOWS THREE NEW MODELS Fresh off the unveiling of the new Street 750 and the launch of Project RUSHMORE, Harley-Davidson has unleashed three new motorcycles that expand its diverse line-up of street bikes. This mid-year release of the retro-cool Low Rider, rangy SuperLow 1200T and classic Street Bob Special Edition completes the largest new-model launch in HarleyDavidson’s 110-year history.

LOW RIDER The Low Rider returns to the HarleyDavidson range after a gap of five years and combines a low seat height of just 680mm with an adjustable seat, handlebars and foot pegs to make sure the rider can get comfortable. The 1690cc V-twin has been through the same revamp as others as part of the ‘Project Rushmore’ overhaul which is more about revitalising the whole range of bikes than creating new models. SUPERLOW 1200T Harley-Davidson is pitching the SuperLow 1200T as a lighter option in the touring category. Thanks to the power of a 1200cc Evolution V-Twin engine, the SuperLow

1200T can run with the pack, while the rear shock absorbers offer easy pre-load adjustment to accommodate the weight of luggage and passenger on the two-up Reduced Reach touring seat. STREET BOB SPECIAL EDITION The new Street Bob Special Edition is a custom model with stripped-down styling and a 1690cc engine, 5-spoke cast wheels and a unique two-tone paint job with graphics. It has forward controls and drag handlebars aimed at giving this bobber a meaner look. The new model has a chopped rear mudguard, Fat Bob fuel tank, and blacked-out engine as part of this styling makeover.

THE NEW YAMAHA TRICITY Yamaha has unveiled a new three wheeler mobility solution for the traffic snarled roads of today in Thailand. The Yamaha Tricity has compact dimensions which match those of other 125cc scooters in its class and weighs in at just 152kgs. The Tricity has good agility thanks to its cleverly thought out design and the parallelogram link system that maintains the distance between the twin front wheels even while taking a turn. Yamaha says that riders can lean the Tricity like they would with a regular two-wheeled scooter. This tri-wheel scooter has a Unified Braking System (UBS), which applies braking power to the rear and front wheels simultaneously when the left lever is pulled. Power is derived from a fuel injected 125cc, liquid cooled, four stroke engine. The power is sent to the tarmac via the rear wheel through a CVT transmission. The scooter named Tricity will be launched in the summer of 2014 in European markets and will be priced at 4000 Euros. 20

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HOREX REVEALS NEW CAFÉ RACER VR6

by an Ohlins steering damper with Brembo rad ia lly-mounted brakes and Bosch ABS. Kineo spoked wheels have a black anodized finish for a different look when compared to the other Horex models.

German firm Horex has revealed a new café racer style version of the VR6 roadster which shares the same 1218cc six-cylinder motor but gets a host of cosmetic changes for the limited edition of which just 33 will be built. Accessory company LSL was drafted in to help customise the bike and set it apart from the other Horex models. Using the frame and engine from the Horex VR6 Classic as a basis, LSL custom designed many of the details of the new Horex VR6 Cafe Racer. A deeper seat matches a modified tailpiece cover over the passenger seat to make it look like a single seat bike. Upgraded suspension in the form of Ohlins FGRT 43mm forks with an Ohlins TTX36 single shock at the back are complemented

The Horex VR6 Café Racer 33 Limited was shown at the Dortmund Motorcycle Show in Germany and each of the 33 examples will cost €33,333.

KTM 450 RALLY REPLICA AVAILABLE ON ORDER KTM has announced that the all-new race winning KTM 450 Rally Replica motorcycle will be available for customers to purchase. The machine was subject to taking on the ultimate test at the Dakar, and the bike went on to work flawlessly throughout the 9000km race with Marc Coma on-board. The bike features an all-new frame incorporating an ergonomic design, a slim body shape with a better seating position, completely re-worked rear suspension and a new overhead single cam 450cc fuel-injection engine. The bike also boasts a front and rear fuel-pump system with multiple tanks, which allows the rider to pick a fuel source to utilise the weight depending on the terrain, a carbon tower at the front of the bike that gives the rider better visibility of the front wheel and thus instilling extra confidence with improved vision along with many other refinements throughout the machine’s design to create the ultimate rally race bike. Fully

living up to the brand’s “Ready to Race” tagline, this 2014 KTM 450 Rally Replica is an exact copy of the bike Marc Coma rode to victory in this year’s Dakar. It can be yours for just $33,000.

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Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd, the sole authorised distributor of Honda Motorcycles in Nepal, has launched the Honda CB Trigger in Nepal. This is Hondaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest launch in the 150cc segment after the CB Unicorn and Dazzler. Powering the CB Trigger is a 150cc, air-cooled, spark-ignition, 4-stroke, carburetted engine which produces a power of 14 bhp @ 8500 rpm and boasts a torque figure of 12.5 nm @ 6500 rpm, mated to a 5-speed gearbox. The company believes the acceleration is one of the best in the segment. The CB trigger is the first bike in its segment to have Combi Brake System (CBS) as an option. The CBS applies both the brakes simultaneously which aids stability under hard braking and reduces braking by as much as 32 per cent. Visually, the new bike looks like a beefed-up version of CB Twister with some design elements influenced from the Dazzler. Chiselled to perfection, the Trigger comes with a distinguishing contoured tank with a unique 3D Honda emblem, floating side cowls and arrow shaped trendy side panel which contribute to the aggressive looks. Muscle lines in the side panel and the all black sporty muffler too emphasize the muscular character of the bike. Charming all onlookers, the magnificent

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LED tail light brings loads of attitude to the rear of the bike. Upping the style quotient of CB Trigger is the stylish all black alloy wheels and trendy fully digital advanced instrument panel. The Honda CB Trigger boasts of an upright sitting position, wide seat, kick start, full gear lever, full chain case, diamond frame, monoshock rear suspension, 240 mm front disc brake, 220 mm rear disc brake, tubeless tyres, LED tail light, viscous air filter and maintenance free battery. The Honda CB Trigger weighs 137 kgs and has a fuel tank capacity of 12-litres. The front tyres are 80/100 - R17, while the rear tyres are 110/80 - R17. The CB Trigger has a ground clearance of 175 mm. The company claims that the CB Trigger will return a mileage of 60 kmpl. The bike will be offered in three variants namely Standard (disc brake in front and drum in rear), Deluxe (disc brakes front and rear) and CBS (disc brakes front and rear with CBS). The Honda CB Trigger is available in three colours Pearl Siena Red, Meteor Green Metallic and Black. CB Trigger brings advance features, new technology, power for fun and mileage for daily commute. STC is looking forward to further fortify their presence in the premium 150cc segment with the launch of this new performance motorcycle.

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AUTOLIFE MARKET WATCH

LUBRICANTS Launched back in 2000, Purwanchal Lube Oil Pvt. Ltd is a well-established ISO certified leading lubricant manufacturer in the Nepalese market with two lubricant brands under its portfolio – PLO and STAR. The company has been successfully living up to meet the challenges and demands of the market for over 14 years now. The company has been using base oil and additives like LITHIUM, HCO, and VI that are similar in quality to those used in popular international brands. With a total market share of 8 per cent, products of PLO include AP3 Grease, MP3 Grease, Auto Touch Grease, Turbo 15/40, Super Plus Multigrade 20/50, ATF Dextron-3, Gear Treat GL-5/GL-3, Hydraulic Oil, Brake Oil Dot-3, Fork Oil, Coolant and

other industrial lubricants. Of the few domestic lubricant manufacturers in Nepal, PLO has managed to create a name for itself in the sector where more than 50 brands of lubricants are imported. International lubricants covers 70% of the market whereas local lubricants cover the remaining 30%. The company looks forward to focusing on manufacturing high-class lubricants that can be used in high-end vehicles, creating a possibility for Nepali lubricants to enter the international market. With the launch of their new product ‘Star’ brand for highend vehicles, the company has moved a step ahead towards its ultimate goal. For more effective production of lubricants and to

cater to overall market, the company has been urging the government to reduce customs tax, which currently stands at 15%. However the government has still not addressed the issue. The company has covered 75 districts with a network of 86 dealers, more than 5000 retailer counters and more than 200000 customers till date. Over the years since its inception, the sales and turnover of the company has been increasing annually and the company has been able to expand to markets all over the country. There is fierce competition in the market and domestic lubricant brands have been working together to compete with international products.

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GENEVA MOTOR SHOW

The Geneva Motor Show (Salon International de l’Auto) is an annual auto show held in the Swiss city of Geneva. The show is hosted at the Geneva PalExpo and is organised by the Organisation Internationale des Constructeurs d’Automobil. This year’s show attracted a wide range of production and concept cars from the entire spectrum of companies in the business. Every exotic and mainstream automaker vied for attention as the 84th edition of the show opened its doors to the public from March 6-16, 2014. From chic city cars, crazy off-roaders to powerful sports cars, here is a pictorial round-up of the best that was put out on show at the one of the biggest car events on the planet.

Honda Civic Type R Concept

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Lamborghini Huracan

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Touring Disco Volante

Maserati Alfieri Concept

Infiniti Q50 Eau Rouge Concept

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Nimrod Katyusha

Nissan Juke

Opel Astra OPC Extreme

Range Rover Evoque Autobiography Dynamic

Rolls-Royce Ghost Series II

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Mazda Hazumi Concept

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AUTOLIFE EVENT PREVIEW

GIVING CONTINUITY TO THEIR YEARLY TRADITION, SACRED SUMMITS IS ORGANIZING THE 6TH EDITION OF THE ENFIELD RENDEZVOUS & POKER RUN FROM KATHMANDU TO POKHARA FOR A 2 NIGHTS / 3 DAYS RIDE FROM THE 13TH OF APRIL TILL 15TH OF APRIL, 2014. The Enfield Rendezvous & Poker Run is a non-competitive annual motorcycle riding event aimed at bringing together Royal Enfield and other classic vintage motorcycle riders for a ride through the Nepali countryside. The concept behind the event is to enjoy the thrill of a long highway ride with like-minded riders, stopping by at fixed checkpoints and drawing a playing card at each one for a game of Poker. No, you don’t actually play cards while riding! Riders will have to pick a card only in each pit stop to make a complete Poker hand at the final destination and the best Poker hand wins an award at the end of the run. In addition to that, there are also other various specific awards and the check points offer free food, drinks or lucky spots prizes. Rabi Thapa (CEO of Sacred Summits Pvt.

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Ltd) in association with an Australian friend Stewart Mclean, had initiated the event in 2009 in memory of their riding friend late Binod Chhetri, an adventurer and a die-hard fan of the Royal Enfield motorcycles. Over the years, it has gained much popularity and has become a ‘must attend’ event for Enfielders to come together once a year to swap bike riding stories, celebrate the Nepali New Year in style and share the road with fellow locals and international riders. While Christians waits for Christmas, Hindus for Diwali and Muslims for Id, Enfielders here in Nepal now eagerly anticipate their loudest and biggest reunion - The Enfield Rendezvous Poker Run. So be a part of the biggest thunder ride in the Himalayas. Don’t miss it or you will be talked about!!!

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EVENT ITINERARY DAY 1 (April 13th, 2014): 7:00 am: All participants meet for final registration and collection of official T-Shirts at Sacred Summits, Baluwatar. The participants will also pick their 1st card of the Poker hand. A light breakfast with Tea / Coffee will be provided to the participants at the adjoining Kathmandu Handle Bar.

a special prize for the most supportive female rider/participant etc.

7:30 am - 7:45 am: A short briefing about the objectives of the Enfield Poker Run and safety aspects for the ride will be discussed.

DAY 2 (April 14th, 2014): 8:00 am – 9:00 am: Buffet Breakfast at Hotel Landmark.

8:00 am – 7:00 pm: The ride will be flagged off. The next stop is at Naubise, 26 kilometres from Kathmandu, where the 2nd card of the Poker hand will be picked over a brief tea break. The 3rd will be collected at Mugling, 110 km from Kathmandu, where participants will be provided with a local Nepalese lunch, courtesy of Yeti Airlines. After lunch, it’s a final stop at Akala Highway Restaurant in Manapang, which is around 175 km from Kathmandu. Here, participants will pick the 4th poker card and then set off for Pokhara. Upon arrival at Pokhara, the participants will be allocated rooms at the assigned hotels and the last 5th card will be dealt.

11:00 am: Participants are free to either take part in the Charity Ride to Shree Dhara Pra Bi Vidhyala in Puran Chaur (approx. 20 Km from Lakeside) or it’s a free day to chill out in Pokhara and participate in optional adventure or leisure activities.

7:00 pm: All participants will gather at the Hotel Landmark premises for the prize distributions. Prizes will be distributed to the winner of the Best Poker Hand and other prizes like ‘Hard Luck Award’ for the motorcycle with the most breakdowns will also be presented. There will also be

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8:00 pm: There will be a BBQ Dinner accompanied by some Live Music and free beer by Nepal Ice. The gala celebration to usher in the ‘Nepali New Year 2071 BS’ will go on till the wee hours of the night.

6:00 pm: There will be a Bike Exhibition for the ‘Best Enfield Award’ at Club Amsterdam in Lakeside and participants can enjoy the evening with dinner and Live Band playing at the pub. DAY 3 (April 15th, 2014): 7:30 am – 8:30 am: Buffet Breakfast at Hotel Landmark. 9:00 am: The program officially ends and riders depart for their respective destinations on their own. But there will be a provision of three mechanics available en-route to Kathmandu at Akala Highway Restaurant, Mugling and Malekhu.

PARTICIPATION FEE: Nrs. 5500 for Deluxe Package Nrs. 4500 for Standard Package FOR REGISTRATIONS: Ph. No: 4426695 | 9803025108 Web: www.enfieldpokerrun.com

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Racing is probably the last thing that fires up in your mind when you think of Royal Enfield motorcycles. But many are still unaware of the fact that Royal Enfield had actually built a Continental GT back in 1965, which was a tuned 250cc café racer bike developed to target the young riders of that era. Café Racing culture had first originated in Britain during the post-war era, when motorcycle enthusiasts in leathers, boots and open face helmets began using stripped-down customized fast motorcycles, and raced each other from one café to another. Now, the thing with some cultures is that they never fade away. Thus as a nod to the original Continental GT, Royal Enfield has revived the feeling of freedom, fun and responsiveness that riders were trying to achieve back then and re-introduced it in the modern context with the new 535cc Continental GT café racer motorcycle. So is this really the fastest, lightest and most powerful motorcycle Royal Enfield has ever made?

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The Royal Enfield Continental GT has got everything in terms of styling to be called a proper Café Racer. There’s a low profile extended fuel tank with knee recesses, retro aluminium spoke wheels, clip-on handle bars, stubby front mudguard, fullychromed headlamps, rearset footpegs and neatly sculpted racy single seat with red contrasting stitching and a curved seat cowl. The gloriously red paint scheme on the minimalistic design contrast well with the generously laid chrome bits. However, the GT isn’t flawless because the build

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quality and the level of finish does leave some room for improvement. Interestingly, Royal Enfield offers a mini aluminium bar end mirrors, upswept performance exhaust pipe and a pillion seat as optional accessories to further enhance the styling and functionality. The GT features back-lit twin pod analogue instrumentation cluster with one dial acting as the speedometer in both miles and kilometres, while the other acts as a rev counter with other tell-tale lights such as engine check light, battery warning indicator and turn indicators with high beam. A digital display on the left pod shows fuel tank level, two trip meters and an odometer. It’s guaranteed that every time you head out on the Continental GT, there will be plenty of on-lookers craning their necks to get a better look at your motorcycle. It has the right balance of retro sophistication and modern elegance. 34

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“IT’S NO ROCKET, BUT WHEN YOU LEAN OVER AND GUN THE THROTTLE, A GRIN COMES AUTOMATICALLY TO YOUR FACE. IT CERTAINLY IS HAPPIER TO GATHER MOMENTUM THAN ANY OTHER ROYAL ENFIELD I’VE RIDDEN.” facebook.com/AutolifeNepal

PERFORMANCE

Thumb the starter or hit down the kick-starter and you might be surprised to hear none of the good old thumping that Royal Enfield’s have always been associated with. There is still a throaty, less angry rumble though. The new Royal Enfield features an upgraded 535cc single cylinder air-cooled Unit Construction Engine with a re-mapped ECU and lower inertia, all of which promises extra punch and responsiveness with a power of 29 bhp and 44 nm of torque. It’s no rocket, but when you lean over and gun the throttle, a grin comes automatically to your face. It certainly is happier to gather momentum than any other Royal Enfield I’ve ridden. It’s not difficult though to leave everything behind in a blur because the handlebar vibrations literally make the stock mirror absolutely useless. The vibrations kick in after around 3500 RPM and can make the experience quite annoying on a long haul. It’s impossible to ignore the fairly heavy vibes when you ride it flat out. The gearbox too isn’t perfect – shifts are heavy in feel and not always positive – but it is nice enough.

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Rather than sitting upright, the rider sits sportily crouched over to the clip-on handlebar and the footpegs have been moved back a bit. But though you need to lean a bit more towards the sporty side, the bike still has a comfortable riding stance. Through traffic the GT was very nimble and once out of the city congestion, it dealt with the highway bends exceptionally. Unlike other Royal Enfield motorcycles, the GT actually handles pretty well. Thanks to the new frame by Harris Engineering and sticky Pirelli Sport Demon tyres, the GT carves corners without breaking a sweat. The rear Paioli Twin gas charged shock absorbers combined with the 41mm telescopic suspension at the front further inspires confidence with its stiff set-up. There’s massive stopping power as well with the 300mm Brembo discs in the front and 240mm at the rear.

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Truth be told, there are better motorcycles that will outperform the GT, whether in a straight line or around corners, for its price or much lower. As with every Royal Enfield motorcycle, it also has its own set of problems like the excessive vibrations. But if you can live with all the quirks, it’s a pure emotional joy to ride. There’s a certain aura of some heavenly nostalgic charm around it, and extremely hard to translate into words the blissful experience of raw motorcycling. Also, the bike turns heads wherever you go, because the Continental GT does look tremendously beautiful. So it’s time to get your leather jackets out, don those boots, sunglasses and get that retrolooking half face helmet on. The Royal Enfield Continental GT Café Racer is here! 36

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SPECIFICATIONS

“THERE’S A CERTAIN AURA OF SOME HEAVENLY NOSTALGIC CHARM AROUND IT, AND EXTREMELY HARD TO TRANSLATE INTO WORDS THE BLISSFUL EXPERIENCE OF RAW MOTORCYCLING.”

Engine Type: 4-Stroke Cylinder Layout: Single Cylinder Cooling System: Air Cooled Displacement: 535 cc Maximum Power: 29.1 bhp @ 5100 rpm Maximum Torque: 44 nm @ 4000 rpm Starting Method: Electric/Kick Transmission: 5-Speed Final Drive: Chain Frame Type: Twin Downtube Cradle Frame Wheelbase: 1360mm Seat Height: 800 mm Ground Clearance: 140mm Front Suspension: 41mm Telescopic Forks Rear Suspension: Paioli Twin Gas Charged Shock Absorbers Front Tire: 100/90 - 18 Rear Tire: 130/70 - 18 Front Brake: Brembo 300mm Floating Disc w/ 2-Piston Calliper Rear Brake: 240mm Disc w/ Single Piston Calliper Dry Weight: 184 kgs Fuel Tank: 13.5 litres

PRICE: Nrs. 7,05,000/CONTACT: DUGAR BROTHERS & SONS PVT. LTD BALAJU Ph. No: 01-4362992

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The Honda City is a name that is familiar to everyone. Launched globally first in 1981, the City has always been one of Hondaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top selling car and has quite a reputation in Nepal as well of being one of the most loved and desired cars in the affordable range. So the new 2014 Honda City, which is now in its 6th generation, was obviously one of the most awaited car launches in the country. With the roads in the city going through an exciting transformation on its own, the new and improved Honda City couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have really arrived at a better time. We take the new City in both manual and CVT automatic variant for a quick spin around town to tell you what it is all about.

EXTERIORS With the likes of other brands like Hyundai stepping up the style factor in the segment, Honda had to come up with something from their top drawers. And so they did. The new City borrows a lot of design elements from the likes of the global Honda Civic and though the City retains the core profile of its predecessor, there are a lot of noticeable differences. The first thing you notice is the prominent chrome bar on the grill that demands attention. The bonnet has muscular creases to match the sharp designs of the new bumper which has larger fog lamp inserts, and the sleeker headlights have been split into three parts to integrate the blinkers, high

beam and low beam. Honda has added more character to the new City with f lowing and distinctive aerodynamic shoulder lines that run along its side. The new 15-inch alloy wheels are a disappointment though because it feels under designed as compared to the rest of the car, and look quite dull. The rear end has refreshing changes, which carry on the sharper smart design with large horizontally placed wraparound tail lamps connected by a large chrome accent piece on the boot. Overall, the

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new 2014 Honda City features much sharper lines and more aggressive lines and angles when compared to the previous generation City. INTERIORS Inside, the changes are bigger and the cabin is a huge improvement over the earlier version. The dashboard is decent with an all piano-black matt finish and high quality plastics have been used. The centre console houses a 5-inch touchscreen multimedia entertainment system that doubles as a screen for the reverse camera. It is though slightly outshone by the first-in-segment innovative touchscreen automatic climate control system. The driver console that houses the speedometer and tachometer is extremely well lit up and well crafted. An interesting mix of green and blue ambient colours, which change according to the driving style, lights the instrument cluster. In terms of space, the increased wheelbase has created more room inside the cabin. The rear seat has enough leg room, even with the front seats moved all the way back. To top it all off, the rear passengers now get their own AC vents and power outlets. The new City has a 510 litre boot which is big enough. The highest variant City features a long equipment list including automatic climate control with touchscreen control panel, Bluetooth and iPod connectivity integrated audio system with 8 speakers and 5-inch screen, engine start/ stop button with Honda Smart Key System, steering wheel 42

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THE CITY HANDLES MARVELLOUSLY AT MODERATE SPEEDS. EVEN ON OPEN STRETCHES OF TARMAC, WHERE YOU FEEL THE URGE TO CHARGE DOWN THE STRAIGHT LINE, THE CITY TAKES GOOD CARE OF YOUR NEED FOR SPEED.

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with buttons for cruise control, audio and hands-free control, rear A/C vents, reverse parking camera, four power outlets and sunroof. When it comes to safety, the new City has driver and front passenger airbags, Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) which prevents wheel locking and Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD).

PERFORMANCE The i-VTEC petrol engine in the new Honda City is the same as its earlier model, but it delivers slightly more power and better fuel efficiency thanks to the variable valve timing and the use of a double needle spark plug. Maximum power is now

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rated at 118 bhp @ 6600rpm while a maximum torque of 145 nm is available at 4600rpm. The i-VTEC motor feels very refined and under relaxed driving conditions, one has to really wonder whether the engine is switched on. At higher revs though, the City does feel rougher and less refined. Power delivery is impressively linear and the manual 5-speed transmission ensured smooth and flawless gear shifts throughout. The manual is incredibly easy-to-use and a bit revvhappy because it quickly shoots up to good speeds if given the push. The performance is brisk and the petrol is more suited for the enthusiast. The City is also available with a newly developed CVT that is part of Honda’s

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Earth Dreams Technology. In the CVT automatic though, the power delivery was slightly under par in comparison to the manual. Sudden bursts of power don’t come easy and you do need to plan your moves in advance. However, you couldn’t deem it bad either. Though throttle response on the CVT is not as good on the manual, shifting to the ‘S’ mode does make the engine & transmission work harder and go till the redline. Interestingly for the enthusiasts, the City also gets paddle shifters with 7 ‘virtual’ gear ratios. The shifts are quick without any jerkiness and there is hardly any delay in upshifts or downshifts. The City’s light steering and automatic gearbox make for an ideal combination especially in our congested city and offers relaxed

cruising ability. The automatic variant also gets an ECON button which makes the ECU choose settings to maximise fuel-economy and Honda claims that the automatic is more efficient with a mileage figure of 18 kmpl over the manual’s 17.8 kmpl. In true Honda fashion, the City handles marvellously inside the city at moderate speeds. Even on open stretches of tarmac, where you feel the urge to charge down the straight line, the City takes good care of your need for speed. Braking is crisp and there is little to complain about that. The steering is responsive and light. Although there is some body roll while making tight turns, the City handled well as the suspension has been tuned for precise handling.

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VERDICT The new Honda City in its 6th generation avatar is much better in every way. It looks good, is now more spacious, has new features and is more refined. There is little to fault with the City as it wisely fulfils the needs and wants of the premium mid-level sedan buyer.

PRICE: Honda City EMT: NRs. 34,25,000/Honda City SMT: NRs. 36,50,000/Honda City SVMT: NRs. 38,25,000/Honda VMT: NRs. 40,00,000/Honda City SV CVT: NRs. 42,00,000/Honda City VXMT: NRs. 43,50,000/Honda City VX CVT: NRs. 47,50,000/-

SPECIFICATIONS Engine Type: 16 Valve Inline-4 SOHC i-VTEC Displacement: 1497 cc Fuel Type: Petrol Maximum Power: 118 Bhp @ 6600 rpm Maximum Torque: 145 Nm @ 4600 rpm Transmission: 5-Speed Manual / CVT Automatic with Paddle Shift DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT Length: 4440 mm Width: 1695 mm Height: 1495 mm Wheelbase: 2600 mm Ground Clearance: 165 mm Tyre Size: 175/65 R15 Suspension Front: McPherson Strut Suspension Rear: Torsion Beam Axle Brakes Front: Discs Brakes Rear: Drum Curb Weight: 1085 kg Fuel Tank: 40L

CONTACT: Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd Ph. No: 5549741 | 4225490

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MERCEDES SPRINTER THE MOST PREMIUM PASSENGER VAN AVAILABLE IN THE MARKET

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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a light and heavy commercial vehicle for mass peoplecarrying needs. The Sprinter is designed primarily for businesses like travel and tour agencies. Power comes from a 2148cc fourcylinder Common-Rail Direct Injection diesel engine in two states of tune. The Sprinter Business 311, which is a high roof model, puts out a power 109 bhp @ 3800 rpm and torque of 270 nm @ 14002400 rpm, and the Sprinter Executive 313 delivers 129 bhp @ 3800 rpm of power and 300 nm @ 1600-2400 rpm of torque. A five-speed automatic transmission is standard. Despite being bigger and taller than everything else, the Sprinter is easily manoeuvrable thanks to a more modern chassis design. It feels notably less truck-like and benefits from the visibility afforded by its colossal windshield and short front end. Also a reasonably carlike driving position and respectable handling help make the Sprinter feel manageable around town. Yes it has a Mercedes-Benz badge, but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect wooden trim, leather upholstery

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or the latest high-tech gizmos inside the Sprinter. However, build quality is notably better than in other full-size vans, and it also has a more modern feel to it. Thanks to its sliding-door opening, the Sprinter makes entering and exiting the passenger area a cinch. Inside, it has a space-efficient design and with the low load floor and the high roof option walking upright inside the van is easy. The passenger van features four rows of seats behind the driver and comfortably seats 15 passengers and 1 driver. Comfortable seating space and legroom with reclining seat rows and rollseat for the last seat row offers convenience for all passengers as well as more flexible space for luggage. Notable features in the top variant include 180° opening rear doors, dual air-conditioning with outlets in every row, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, 4-speaker hi-fi sound system of radio and CD/MP3 player with USB, central locking and keyless entry with immobilizer system, joystick gear shift lever on dashboard, interior lighting, electrically adjustable and heated rear-view mirrors. The Sprinter is equipped with disc brakes all around with Electronic Stability Program and ABS to keep the vehicle from lockingup and skidding in panic braking situations. It is also equipped with Acceleration Skid Regulation (ASR), which is activated

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automatically whenever the engine is started, to control and enhance the traction with the aid of brakes and engine control. Selfsupporting body including hollow sheetsteel components results in an extremely torsional rigid body with reinforced chassis. Stabilizer bars allow for better road holding and balance. A better crash behaviour is also achieved due to longitudinally fitted engine. There is a Drivers Airbag and safety belts for every seat as well.

SPECIFICATIONS

“MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER IS A LIGHT AND HEAVY COMMERCIAL VEHICLE FOR MASS PEOPLE-CARRYING NEEDS. THE SPRINTER IS DESIGNED PRIMARILY FOR BUSINESSES LIKE TRAVEL AND TOUR AGENCIES.”

DIMENSIONS & WEIGHT Length: 5640 mm Width: 1922 mm Height: 2365 mm Wheelbase: 3550 mm Tyre Size: 225/70 R15 Brakes Front: Discs Brakes Rear: Discs Curb Weight: 2445 kg Min Turning Radius: 6400 mm Fuel Tank: 75L

Engine Type: Inline-4 Cylinders CDI Displacement: 2148cc Fuel Type: Diesel Maximum Power: 109 Bhp @ 3800 rpm 129 Bhp @ 3800 rpm Maximum Torque: 270 Nm @ 1400-2400 rpm 300 Nm @ 1600-2400 rpm Transmission: 5-Speed Manual

PRICE: ON REQUEST CONTACT: Deepak Gautam & Co. Pvt. Ltd. Sherpa Mall, Durbar Marg-1 Ph. No: 01-4227000 Fax: 01-4420817

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The Sprinter is well suited for both urban or suburban environment and the highway. It is one of the best passenger van available in the market and hence significantly more expensive than most other vans in the segment. The extra cost may be hard to justify, but the Mercedes Sprinter brings a premium feel to the large van market and makes a great statement for a tourist bus with the powerful and superior heritage of the German brand.

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Commencal has never shied away from attention. They made this abundantly clear by featuring their revamped mountain bike line-up for 2013/2014 in bright fluorescent colours that screams to be noticed. Young and lively, their range of mountain bikes are arguably the most stylish ones you’ll find in Nepal. Stepping up the game in their 2013 collection and moving away from their comfort zone of mountain bikes is Commencal’s first fixed-gear bike, the Acid. This road bike pushes the bar when it comes to style over substance. Sexy, light, minimalistic and sleek, the Acid is definitely an eye candy for bike enthusiasts. But is Kathmandu really ready for slick tyres and no suspensions system? STYLING AND FEATURES The Commencal Acid is a sophisticated piece of art, and it easily stands out in the streets of Kathmandu. This neon yellow bike begs to be noticed, and its intricate tube linkages distinguish its identity. Stepping away from their suspension mountain bikes, Commencal’s Acid is a hard tail with wishbone forks in the front. Its asymmetrical top tubes bump up its aesthetic appeal cementing its uniqueness from other run of the mill road bikes. The narrow Freedom Thickslick tyres with its smooth treads are meant for the city and perform great on the tarmac. The traction it gives on pitched roads is unparalleled to other tyres, under dry conditions. Wet conditions will definitely entail different results.

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THE SLICK TYRES POSITIVELY GLIDE OVER THE SMOOTH TARMAC AND PICKING UP SPEED IS A BREEZE.

Originally, the Acid comes without the freewheeling feature (when you are able to keep moving i.e. “coast” without pedalling) which is more traditional in fixies. But with the addition of the flip flop hub you can now switch between fixie to freewheel and the brakes come included as standard. PERFORMANCE First, the good news. Summer is here, and the freshly pitched roads of Kathmandu are the ideal conditions for the Commencal Acid. The slick tyres positively glide over the smooth tarmac and picking up speed is a breeze. The v-brakes work fine as well and the narrow handlebars are a great feature to help squeeze in between traffic. But there are some glitches with the Acid for our kind of uneven roads. When cycling over bumpy roads, the experience on the Acid isn’t what you would like to call smooth because this one does not come fitted with suspensions to soak in the bumps. Also, the slick tyres could wear out sooner than it’s supposed to. Furthermore, since it is a single speed bike, uphill climbs are a burden and you have to get up and pump up the hills like you’re participating in Tour de Nepal. The good thing though is, you do get a good workout. Overall, the Acid stays true to its minimalist nature and there are very few things you need to worry about. Pedal to move forward, pedal harder to move faster and pull in the brake levers to slowdown/stop.

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VERDICT The Commencal Acid might just be the sexiest, sleekest and most attractive bike you can get. When you’re riding the Acid, you attract attention. Lots of it. And if you’re the kind who loves the extra attention, this is the bike for you. Its unorthodox style and urban retro appeal is its main selling point. Also, as far as it’s around the city, this road bike is an ideal urban ride. Especially on smooth paths and pavements, the Acid is divine and it does the job well of getting you from point A to point B. But if point B is situated atop a hill or the route is anything but smooth, you might have to put in a little extra effort. However, even when you’re huffing and puffing, the Acid is sure to make it look good. So if you are a cycling fanatic, this makes for a great addition to your collection. But otherwise, despite the utter aesthetic appeal, sadly this beauty is not really ready for the Nepalese roads, nor are our roads ready for the Acid. Around the city is as far as you’ll get with this bike. Expecting anything more out of it would be sinful because multiple functionality isn’t its strong suit.

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SPECIFICATIONS FRAME: Asymetric Acid Cromo Frame 700c FORK: NEW Acid Cromo HEADSET: Neco Integrated Campy Style STEM: Commencal OS Forged Alloy polished black BARS: Commencal Alloy OS polished black GRIPS: Velo w/flange black BRAKES: Road brake calipers BOTTOM BRACKET: Square sealed bearings CRANKS: Acid by Lasco 45t CHAIN: Yaban half link black CASSETTE: Dicta 17t freewheel + 17t track sprocket (fix gear) RIMS: Jalco High profile HUBS: Track hubs nutted 36h SPOKES: Stainless 72p 3x lacing black TIRES: Freedom thick slick 700x28c INNER TUBE VALVE/: Presta SEATPOST: Commencal Al 27,2mm SADDLE: Commencal Acid velvet black SIZES: S, L COLOUR: Yellow Neon Matt Finish BIKE WEIGHT: 10kgs PEDALS: HT Nylon Noir

IF YOU ARE A CYCLING FANATIC, THIS MAKES FOR A GREAT ADDITION TO YOUR COLLECTION. BUT, AROUND THE CITY IS AS FAR AS YOU’LL GET WITH THIS BIKE. EXPECTING ANYTHING MORE OUT OF IT WOULD BE SINFUL BECAUSE MULTIPLE FUNCTIONALITY ISN’T ITS STRONG SUIT.

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CYCLING GEARS & ACCESSORIES The sun has regained its powers and summer is in full swing; which means it’s cycling season. And if you’re going to be straddling your bike, here are a few cycling essentials you will need.

ZEFAL SPY If you plan on getting around the city on your bike, these are worth the investment. In the roads of Kathmandu, you can never be too safe.

• Universal clip-on mirror. Ideal for sport use on road bikes or MTB. • Handlebar diameter : From 16.5 mm to 21 mm • Material : Unbreakable chrome plated plastic • Mirror : Convex • Mirror surface : 15 cm² • Mounting : Snap-on mounting with rubber strap • Weight : 25 g

PRICE: NRs. 2750 (Available at Gear Venture Nepal)

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KALI HASTA GLOVES

Go patriotic this season with Funkier made custom jersey.

Get a grip, people. The HASTA gloves provide protection with great fit and comfort with excellent grip and breathability.

• 100% polyester • Super breathable fabric for moisture transfer • Full hidden zipper • 3 back pockets + 1 waterproof for your smartphone/media player • Jersey’s come with silicon grippers • Raglan short sleeve

PRICE: NRs. 6900 (Available at Himalayan Single Track)

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Micro fiber palm. Silicon fingertip print provides enhanced grip Highly absorbent thumb wipe. Breathable upper material. Sleek silicon closure. Flex zones at knuckles to enhance articulation

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FUNKIER BAGGY SHORTS

You will not be difficult to spot in these shorts. They’re comfortable, stylish and versatile.

• EUROBIKE 2011 Award Winner! Refreshing, fashionable design • 100% Nylon, extremely light Quick Dry fabric • ¾ length for leg protection while riding your MTB • Zipped and tabbed pockets for valuables • Versatile selection of pockets with zippers and Velcro • Velcro straps for adjusting leg width • Elastic back waist + Lacing for adjustment • High visibility

PRICE: NRs. 5315 (Available at Himalayan Single Track)

FUNKIER ARM SUN PROTECTOR Protect yourself from the unforgiving sun with these arm protectors.

COMMENCAL JERSEY AM/DH LONG SLEEVE YELLOW 2014 If you’re going to be serious about cycling, you might as well look the part. The jersey covers the entire upper body, combining style with comfort.

• 100% polyester • 2 3D CoolMax® lateral bands (from waist to sleeve) • CoolComfort® back and chest • Relax Fit cut with Drop Tail with long back finish • Flatlock seams to avoid friction • Washes and dries quickly

• Highly Flexible and specially designed for perfect fit • Equipped with supper soft gripper with inner silicon drops for a firm grips • Microfleece 100% ployester quick dry active protection sublimation print • AVAILABLE SIZES: S,M,L AND XL PRICE: NRs. 2200 (Available at Himalayan Single Track)

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RACEMANDU II THE CLOSEST WE COULD GET TO SOME LIVE MOTORCYCLE RACING ACTION IN NEPAL

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The Satdobato Swimming Complex was an exciting place to be on the 8th of March, 2014. Unlike on any other day, the complex had been laid out to function as a makeshift motorcycle racing track and the entire facility was riding high on adrenaline energy as the keen racers looked forward to prove their mettle in this proving ground. Geared up riders could be seen visibly glowing with excitement as they hustled around the pit area, and it was very encouraging to see companies from the likes of CrossFire, Honda and KTM extending every necessary support to their riders. A variety of raceready motorcycles had been lined up and there was a continuous buzz of revving motorcycles reverberating in the air. Local superbike owners had also turned up to support the championship, and with some of the most exotic high-end motorcycles in Nepal parked in the pit area, the enthusiastic spectators definitely witnessed much more than they had bargained for. It was the place to be for any motorcycle racing enthusiast and the closest one could have gotten to some live circuit racing action in Nepal. The stage had been set for the second season of Racemandu - the only official open category closed-circuit racing championship initiated in Nepal under the affiliation of FĂŠdĂŠration Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM), the global governing

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body of motorcycle racing and organized by Nepal Automobile Sports Association (NASA). NASA is the only automobile sports related organization registered with the National Sports Council and dedicated to the development and management of motorsports in Nepal. But as with most events in Nepal, the event kicked off hours later than the stipulated time. Such delays not only make it boring for the viewers, but dampens the spirits of the participating racers as well. We really hope that the organizers will not overlook this aspect in the next season. Thankfully, after the brief opening ceremony and the riders had taken their pledge to promote fair and safe racing, the event kicked off with the warm-up practice laps for each category. The practice sessions were an unexpectedly exciting affair as most of the riders could be seen pushing their limits, rather than first familiarizing themselves with the circuit. To improvise on the competition and further boost the scope of the championship, NASA had set up three primary racing categories for this year’s Racemandu. There was a National, Novice and Ladies class. Under the National class, only the top tier winners of Racemandu I and the riders who participated in the racing experience at the MMSC Racing Circuit in Chennai under NASA’s supervision were allowed to participate. The Novice class which was further sub-divided into two categories for 100-198cc and 199250cc motorcycles accommodated the rest of the participants, and the Ladies class was strictly limited to female riders with scooters up to 200cc only. The cash prizes had been set at attractive NRs.30,000/-, NRs.30,000/, NRs.20,000/- and NRs.10,000/- in the both the Novice Class and NRs.15,000/-, NRs.10,000/- and NRs.5,000/- in the Ladies

“A VARIETY OF RACE-READY MOTORCYCLES HAD BEEN LINED UP AND THERE WAS A CONTINUOUS BUZZ OF REVVING MOTORCYCLES REVERBERATING IN THE AIR.”

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Class. In the National Class though, only the winner was awarded with a two-way ticket to Bangkok. Apart from the prizes, the top winners will also be eligible to participate and represent Nepal in invitational international racing workshops and competitions. NASA had improvised on the layout of the circuit and it had been designed to be more complex and technical than in the previous championship. The track had been extended to a length of about 1km with a properly laid out mix of straights, high speed corners and tight chicanes. The whole race was carried out following the standard technical racing guidelines set by FIM, and it was a commendable effort by the organizers to have a safety motorcycle inspect the track before the start of every race. The racers in every category put out a great show, and the National class riders particularly displayed some promising talents. It was quite a revelation to witness the level of riding skills that most of the racers displayed lap after lap. Of course, with the riders pushing the limits, accidents were still inevitable and a handful of crashes were accounted for in some of the rounds. But thankfully, there were no serious major injuries to any rider. Volunteers and medical team were generously scattered around the race track to monitor and prevent any untoward incidents from happening. 62

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“THE RACERS IN EVERY CATEGORY PUT OUT A GREAT SHOW, AND THE NATIONAL CLASS RIDERS PARTICULARLY DISPLAYED SOME PROMISING TALENTS.”

In the Ladies category, Dikshya Shrestha finished ahead of Shuvani Thapa and Sita Silwal, all riding Honda Dio scooters. In the Novice category, Yamaha R15 riders Bibesh Shrestha, Bipluv Shrestha and Nehal Man Joshi took to the podium respectively in the 100-198cc category, while in the 199-250cc category Saurav Man Shrestha clinched the top title in the CrossFire XZ250RR with Raj Shrestha on Bajaj Pulsar 200NS and Samit Thapa on Bajaj Pulsar 220 taking the runners-up spot. In the final National class, Shane Wilson Moktan on his race-prepped KTM 200 Duke put up an impressive winning show as other two KTM 200 Duke riders Bikram Thapa and Saras Rayamajhi trailed close behind making it a clean sweep for KTM in the premier category. The race then successfully ended with an exciting stunt show put up by the riders from Riders Unified and Madhyapur Riders, followed by the closing prize distribution ceremony. The Racemandu Championship is indeed a commendable effort by NASA to promote safe motorcycle racing in Nepal, and we really look forward to its continuity with more support from participants, spectators and sponsors in the next season. Motoring events like these specially need more encouragement and support from the auto industry to take the championship to newer heights. It’s definitely going to get bigger, better and faster in the next season!

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AUTOLIFE PROFILE

MOTORCYCLE Racing is extremely fun. But that does not mean you simply hop on to your bike, fire it up and speed away like there is no tomorrow. Along with the healthy dose of enthusiasm, racing requires a lot of dedication and involvement from the rider to continuously develop his skills for pushing the limits. And the same level of dedication is what we saw in Shane Wilson Moktan, the winner of the premier National class in the Racemandu II Championship. Shane had not only prepared himself well for the race, but had gone to the extent of fine-tuning his bike as well with a host of race winning modifications. Now that is the level of enthusiasm we would like to see in every genuinely passionate riders, even though the prospect of a career in Motorsports in Nepal is still at a very early stage. So we caught up with the winner to share with us his Racemandu experience and interest in motorcycling and racing.

READY TO RACE SHANE WILSON MOKTAN AL: What’s your kind of thing? Motorcycle Touring, Motorcycle Modification or Motorcycle Racing? SW: I love Motorcycle Racing. I just love

that feeling of competition on a motorcycle. Also I would always modify the motorcycle I ride, to adjust it to suit my riding style and so that I get more confidence to go faster.

AL: Your most fun motorcycling experience so far? SW: That’s hard to think as there are many.

Most of the rides I go to have been fun and memorable. So whenever the motorcycle feels good and weather is sunny, I have the most fun out of my motorcycle.

AL: If given a chance to ride to any place in Nepal on a motorcycle of your choice, where would it be to and on what? SW: I would like to ride to Pokhara on the

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RC 200 could be slightly stressed on the long straights, but the RC 390 would be the perfect blend of power and handling. So I am looking forward to upgrade to the RC 390 when it’s launched here, and will definitely ride it to Pokhara. AL: Now coming to your impressive racing stint at Racemandu II, we could see that you had tuned your bike to quite an extent for the race. So what are the changes you made on your KTM 200 Duke to ensure that you stayed on the top of the grid? SW: I had done several changes, but not all

of them were specifically for the race. I had upgraded to KTM soft hand grips, shorter gear and rear brake levers, larger 300mm front disc plates (provided by KTM), 45T Rear Sprocket, 390 Duke 112 link X-ring Chain, Metzeler Tyres (provided by KTM), 8mm fork height reduction and Keiti Tank Sidepads. Other changes for better state

of tune were installing KIIRUS 13,000 rpm remapped ECU (provided by KIIRUS Performance), using premium Motul engine oil and replacing new piston, block, fuel pump, valves, valve springs, clutch, clutch springs, clutch cable, throttle cable and disc pads. Some weight reduction was also done by eliminating the headlight, taillight, mudguards, belly pan, pillion handle and pillion footpegs. I got all this done so that the motorcycle becomes faster, and I can control the bike better. AL: Any specific strategy that you religiously took to for further enhancing your personal riding skills to race your best in the championship? SW: My strategy is to spend a lot of time

on the motorcycle, and in the process learn how the motorcycle responds to my inputs. I watch a lot of riding videos, read articles on how to ride faster and try to experiment facebook.com/AutolifeNepal

AL: You finished second in last year’s Racemandu Championship and this year raced your way to the top. So how does it feel to finally be on the lead? SW: This year I had prepared better. The

bike felt fast and I had a good feeling with the bike. It definitely feels good to be on the lead, but I’m unhappy because Racemandu III will only be held after a year. I wish they could have executed it every three months or so.

AL: No doubt that the Racemandu Championship was executed well. But is there any aspects of the championship that you were highly unsatisfied with? SW: Yes! I was an angry man racing that

day. There were 9 of us competing in the National category finals and all of us couldn’t fit in one row on the track. But instead of recording our lap times to decide the grid position, the organizers took to a crazy lucky draw method. I was already frustrated with the concept of the lucky draw, and I had good reason to get angrier when my bad luck placed me in the second row behind five riders. Fortunately, even though I started last, I did not make any major mistakes and progressed to the lead.

AL: Racemandu is a promising initiative by NASA to promote safe motorcycle racing and boost the scope of motorsports in Nepal. What in your opinion would be the right way to move ahead for building the prospect of a competitive international standard professional racing scene here in Nepal in the near future? SW: It’s quite obvious that we will first need

a dedicated racing track. Anywhere within 50kms from Kathmandu would be great and I’m sure the venture would be profitable with the level of enthusiasm in the riders.

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MY STRATEGY IS TO SPEND A LOT OF TIME ON THE MOTORCYCLE, AND IN THE PROCESS LEARN HOW THE MOTORCYCLE RESPONDS TO MY INPUTS. AL: It’s the bitter truth, but as of now, racing motorcycles is yet to become a promising career option at least in Nepal. So what’s your personal take on this for giving continuity to your dedication and passion towards motorcycle racing, despite all hurdles? SW: I will always try to give the most I can

to support the development of motorsports in Nepal. And I believe, what we are doing, is already creating a good platform to encourage motorcycle racing. There are many things that I believe can be done for riders of today and tomorrow. 1. Pocket bikes and Pit bikes are inexpensive to race and a parking lot is sufficient to race them. Adults and kids both can improve their riding skills. 2. Dirt/Enduro Racing has a lot of potential for success as we already have an excellent track with the terrain in Nepal. Imagine the highest motorcycle endurance race in the Himalayas. 3. For Road Racing, the guys at NASA are already at it. But like all government organizations, progress is a bit slow.

AL: How closely do you follow the international motorsports scene? Who are the professional racers that you look

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what I have learnt on the rides I go to on Saturdays. Developing riding skills take time and one can’t just practice a few weeks before the race and expect to be competitive. One needs to be dedicated to keep learning and improving.

up to for inspiration? SW: I follow the

entire MotoGP Championship very closely. Valentino Rossi has been a great inspiration to me and among the newer riders, Jorge Lorenzo and Stefan Bradl are competitive and consistent as well. In the Moto2 class, Maverick Vinales and Luis Salom are my favourites. My favourite Moto3 riders have moved up to Moto2, but KTM rider Jack Miller of Australia was outstanding in Qatar.

AL: One thing that you despise about the general motorcycling scene here in Nepal. SW: Most bikers want to race, and with the

lack of a proper race track, we dangerously end up racing on the streets. But this needs to be kept out of the streets. A race track should have been there as this will not only reduce road accidents of fast young boys and girls, but riding on a track improves one’s riding skills as well.

AL: Finally, a motorcycle that you wish was parked in your garage. SW: I really wish I had a KTM 1290 Super

Duke R with the KTM PowerParts Racing kit. It’s a crazy motorcycle, and with the KTM PowerParts it’s a 192 bhp monster!

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A THREE DAY CELEBRATION CUM COMPETITION OF VARIOUS MUSCLE POWERED AND ADRENALINE FILLED ADVENTURE SPORTS PHOTOS: EL YAK MOUNTAIN BIKING | WWW.ELYAK.COM

Following the success of the first two events, the Himalayan Outdoor Festival took place for the third consecutive time from the 21st of March to the 23rd of March, 2014. The Hattiban Resort, located at an altitude of 1852m and 15km southwest of Kathmandu, has become a popular hub for such adrenaline fused events, and HOF had plenty of them. Various like-minded associations like the National Sports Council, Nepal Tourism Board, Hotel Association of Nepal, Nepal Mountaineering Association, Nepal Mountaineering Instructions Association, Nepal National Mountaineering Guide Association, Nepal Mountain Bike Association, Nepal Cannoning Association, Trail Run Nepal and Hash Run Group extended their support to this exciting festival. Like before, the event was a three day celebration cum competition of various muscle powered and adrenaline filled adventure sports.

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Numerous activities like the iceaxe Pull-Up, acrobatic paragliding, dyno competition, slack line competition, flying fox, zip lines, mud run, live DJ music, etc were included. On the cycling front, they had a number of events that pulled in a large number of cycling enthusiasts. This year, there were a few new event introductions as well. The first ever XC Eliminator race in Nepal helped showcase the speed and power of Nepalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Top riders. Other firsts were the Amateur Male and Female XC (Cross Country) races, Junior XC Races and an Amateur Downhill. Year after year, the Himalayan Outdoor Festival has brought together almost every adventure enthusiast in the nation, including many foreign participants as well. This time around too, the organizers and supporters did not disappoint. It definitely looks like HOF is here to stay, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re pretty stoked about it. facebook.com/AutolifeNepal

Here is a brief report on the cycling events and their outcomes:

NIGHT UPHILL RACE

This was the first event to kick off the mountain biking events in the festival that took place on the 21st of March. The race required riders to race on the uphill route from the main road towards the event site and it got more interesting when riders had to do it in the dark and navigate their way only with the help of their headlamps! Tara Thapa Magar deserves a special mention here as she was the only female participant to complete the race with a timing of 31 minutes 39 seconds.

WINNERS 1st: ROAN TAMANG | 11.07.52 2nd: LELISH MAHAJAN | 11.46.00 3rd: JEFF WEBSTER | 13.36

DOWN HILL RACE

Downhill racing is one of the most thrilling, adrenaline filled aspects of cycling and with the abundance of hills surrounding Nepal, there is really no dearth for downhill racers in the country. Two options were offered during the festival, a challenging full tilt track for experienced riders and a gentle roll down for newbies. With riders pushing their limits and speeding down the technical course at breakneck speeds, the viewers were kept at the edge of their seats and the participants off theirs.

ELITE CATEGORY WINNERS 1st: PARMESHWOR POKHREL | 2:47:77 2nd: RAJESH MAGAR | 2:49:90 3rd: CHRIS KEELING | 2:50: 21

CROSS COUNTRY

Cross-Country cycling is the most common discipline of mountain biking. While less publicized than downhill cycling, this is the one that garners the highest levels of participation both recreationally and competitively. Unlike other disciplines of cycling, cross country racing emphasizes endurance above technical prowess and consistency is the key to finishing first. The Amateur race was perfect for first timers while the Eliminator race for the professional was a short course, one lap elimination race where riders went head to head.

AMATEUR MALE CATEGORY WINNERS 1ST: LELISH MAHARJAN 2ND: JEFF WEBSTER 3RD: DHARMA NAGARKOTI

AMATEUR FEMALE CATEGORY WINNERS 1st: TARA THAPA MAGAR 2nd: SARIA SATO

OPEN CATEGORY WINNERS

ELITE WINNERS

1st: CALEB SPEARS | 1:55:34 2nd: DAWA SHERPA | 1:57:87 3rd: JEVI LIMBU | 2:02:09

1st: Cory Wallace | 9mins 13 sec 2nd: Ajay Pandit Chettri | 9mins 44 sec 3rd: Raj Kumar Shrestha | 10mins 8 sec

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WOMEN FOR CHILDREN 2014

A CHARITY CYCLING EVENT INITIATED BY THE KGH GROUP TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE WELFARE OF THE HELPLESS AND NEEDY CHILDREN ON THE OCCASION OF INTERNATIONAL WOMENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DAY. COURTESY: ANISH SHAKYA

To mark International Women's Day, KGH Group of Hotels & Resorts in association with World Cyclist Foundation Nepal had organized the second successful series of Women For Children, on March 8, 2014, with the tag line 'When there's a wheel, there's a way'. WFC is an annual charity cycling event initiated by KGH Group. The event is organized to raise funds for organizations working for the welfare of the helpless and needy children. This year the event gathered a total of 182 participants amongst which 118 were cyclists and remaining 64 were supporters who joined the after-rally event at Park Village Resort, Budhanilkantha. With a motive to encourage female participation, the event saw 63 female participants out of the total 182. The female participants inaugurated the rally by releasing gas balloons at Patan Durbar Square, which was the starting point. The rally then headed towards Lagankhel, Kumaripati, Jawalakhel, Pulchowk, Kupondole, Basantapur and Kathmandu Guest House in Thamel where the cyclists were welcomed to a show by a cultural Newari band and provided with refreshments. After a break of 20 minutes, the rally continued from Thamel and headed via Sohrakhuttey, Balaju, Basundhara, Narayan Gopal Chowk and reached the final destination Park Village Resort at Budhanilkantha.

and other numbers before Mika Sundari from Japan ended the program making the crowd dance around to famous numbers like Resham Firiri. One lucky guest returned home with a two-way flight ticket to Bangkok which was sponsored by Thai Airways. Niraj Neupane, a young participant bagged the ticket prize in the lucky draw picked by Dr. Reva from USAID. The organizers have planned to donate the overall collected amount from the event to Kuti Dada Higher Secondary School in Dolakha. The event was sponsored by Zaika Nepali Cuisine and supported by The Kathmandu Post, Nepa - Sa, AutoLife, Pedal Sports, Kathmandu Mattress, Ne' Brasserie, GATE College and Kathmandu Eugene Sister City.

After the end-of-rally, the after-rally event commenced at the Park Village Resort with live fusion performances by Sujendra Dhoj Karki and band along with buffet lunch & refreshments. The enthusiastic cyclists continued to groove to the musical performances after Jyovan Bhuju stepped in and belted out famous Nepali numbers like Lekali, Kalilo Tama and other hit songs. The powerful performance of soothing jazz music by The Others added a different flavour to the event followed by Anisha Maharjan who impressed the participants with live cup song 68

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4TH NATIONAL DOWNHILL CHAMPIONSHIP IN THE MOST THUNDEROUS BIKING SPECTACLE THAT TESTED THE TRUE GRIT OF RACERS, THE NATIONAL DOWNHILL CHAMPIONSHIP SET THE TRAILS IN HATTIBAN ABLAZE. WORDS AND PHOTOTS: EL YAK MOUNTAIN BIKING | WWW.ELYAK.COM

Some thirty-odd riders and a fleet of spectators flocked to Hattiban in the fourth edition of the National Downhill Championship held on March 15th, 2014. Though it’s seen a good share of downhill races in the past, the serene hillock on valley’s southern front came abuzz once again as Elite Men, Elite Junior, Open and Masters Category racers gave their best performance rolling and jumping through the harsh trails. Organized by Nepal Cycling Association in collaboration with the government, the much awaited event adhered to international racing standards and policies set by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), the global cycling body. Participants included experienced riders from Kathmandu, Dharan and Pokhara, while international cyclists from Yak Attack also got a shot. It’s worth a mention that one confident 9-year-old cyclist Pranav Pokharel also gallantly rode through the trail, thoroughly impressing the audience. With a time of 02:41:06, winner Rajesh Magar 70

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made a podium debut in the Elite category with a significant margin over El Yak’s Mangal Lama, 2nd, and Life Cycle’s Shakar Yakthumba, 3rd. National coach Ajay Narsingh Rana stated this downhill event was the deciding factor for the National Downhill Team, which would represent Nepal in various international racing events. “Our riders had evidently prepared very hard for the event and we’re glad it’s turned out as expected. They’ll definitely be a formidable team participating in Indonesia later this year”, he stated. Race organizers did a fine job of pulling off a national-level event quite smoothly, well acknowledged by all the riders. “The trail has improved since I last raced here in January”, said Magar, winner of the race. “Though it’s not as technical as international ones, bigger jumps and road gaps have made it more exciting and challenging. The effort put into details by the organizers definitely shows!” Downhill biking started drawing attention in Nepal since 2007, and in a very short time has catapulted this high-risk sport in the limelight of adventure industry. Thanks to NCA’s active interest in promoting the sport, Nepal is gaining its due reputation as a mountain biking mecca slowly but steadily, with an ever increasing number of valley dwellers taking it up as a hobby!

ELITE MEN CATEGORY WINNERS:

OPEN CATEGORY WINNERS:

Position Name Time 1 Rajesh Magar 02:41.06 2 Mangal Lama 02:44.11 3 Shakar Yakthumba 02:44.95

Position Name Time 1 Chris Keeling 02:39.86 2 Rajesh Magar 02:41.06 3 Mangal Lama 02:44.11

ELITE JUNIOR CATEGORY WINNERS:

MASTERS (40+) CATEGORY WINNERS:

Position Name Time 1 Suman Tamang 03:15.61 2 Ayush Kapar 03:16.64 3 Phurba Lama 03:40.95

Position Name Time 1 Jeff Nielson 03:22.32 2 Jerry Mccuaig 04:08.14 3 Subash Thapa 04:15.11

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PHOTOS: UMANG SHRESTHA | EPIC MOUNTAIN BIKE

The cycling culture has become very popular in Nepal, and to make sure that it is headed in the right track, E’s Nest Bike Park has been running Nepal’s first pump track training centre. The pump track, located at Dhobighat, allows cyclists to hone the skills that are useful in both downhill and cross-country riding. On 1st March 2014, the pump track hosted the E’s Nest Pump Fest 2014. The event was managed by Hub events and sponsored by Commencal, Hello Paisa, ESET, TravelMakers, Redbull Nepal, QFX Cinemas, Kali Protectives, Taas N Tawa, Republica, AutoLife, Funn, Nescafe, Epic Rides Nepal, Chain Bikes, Maxxis and WD-40, and supported by Nepal Cycling association, Himalayan Single Track, Grind Customs, Panc Bikes and Epic Mountain Bike. The

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event was carried out to encourage and promote cycling and extreme sports in Nepal, and to make sure that these practices were carried out in a well-managed and safe manner. With a pump track that was built to meet international standards, there definitely couldn’t have been a better venue for the event. The main attractions of the event were the Dirt Jump, Big Air, Berm Speed and Pump Track where the participants laid it all on the line to impress the judges Gavin Platt and Umang Shrestha. Even the unexpected rain wasn’t able to dampen the spirits of the contestants and the onlookers. The event went on according to plan and everyone had a great time performing as well as watching the skills of the participants. Prizes for the winners of the events were sponsored by Himalayan Single Track, Grind Customs, Panc Bikes and Epic Mountain Bike.

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THE WINNERS: BEST TRICK: Winner: Roku Ustugi 1st Runner Up: Sandeep Ale 2nd Runner Up: Christopher Keeling BIG AIR: Winner: Sandeep Ale 1st Runner Up: Pushpa Maharjan 2nd Runner Up: Samarpan Ghishing BERM SPEED: Winner: Pushpa Maharjan 1st Runner Up: Sandeep Ale 2nd Runner Up: Samarpan Ghishing PUMP TRACK: Winner: Pushpa Maharjan 1st Runner Up: Umang Shrestha 2nd Runner Up: Christopher Keeling

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AUTOLIFE MOTORSPORTS

MARQUEZ TAKES THE WIN IN QATAR A thrilling start to the 2014 MotoGP World Championship in Qatar, as the young champ Marc Marquez battles it out with the veteran Valentino Rossi for a close victory. INFO & PHOTOS: www.MotoGP.com | Manufacturers

World Champion Marc Marquez started his MotoGP™ title defence with a victory in the opening round of the 2014 MotoGP™ World Championship in Qatar, beating Valentino Rossi in a close battle, with Dani Pedrosa coming home third. The Repsol Honda rider emerged victorious from a closely-fought contest with Movistar Yamaha MotoGP’s Valentino Rossi. Starting from pole position, Marquez traded places with Rossi at the front of the field numerous times throughout the twenty-two lap race, before Marquez made the race-winning pass in the final stages to take the checkered flag by 0.259 seconds. In third place at the Qatar Grand Prix was Repsol Honda’s Dani Pedrosa who crossed the finish line 3.370 seconds after his teammate.

Bradley Smith (Monster Yamaha Tech 3) as they fell out of their hunt for a podium. Ducati Racing duo Andrea Dovizioso and Cal Crutchlow did well to finish in fifth and sixth. Crutchlow rode almost running out of fuel during the end of the race on his Ducati debut. Scott Redding (GO&FUN Honda Gresini) saw a terrific start to his premier class season when he managed to beat Nicky Hayden (Drive M7 Aspar) for seventh place by a very slim margin of 0.035 seconds. The top ten was rounded off by Colin Edwards (NGM Forward Racing) and Andrea Iannone (Pramac Racing). Non finishers included Bradley Smith and Pol Espargaro of Monster Yamaha Tech 3 and Hector Barbera of Avintia Racing (Open Class).

It was a race to forget for the two-time world champion Jorge Lorenzo (Yamaha MotoGP), as he crashed on the first lap itself while leading the pack. Similar fate caught Stefan Bradl (LCR Honda) who also crashed after eight laps while running in front. NGM Forward Racing’s (Open Class) result didn’t come as a surprise amid their spectacular show during testing, as Aleix Espargaro finished fourth. This result though was cashed-in more so because of the crashes of Alvaro Baustista (GO&FUN Honda Gresini) and

The riders will reconvene for the next race at the Circuit Of The Americas on 13th April, 2014.

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ROSBERG WINS AUSTRALIAN GP Beating pole man Hamilton, team-mate Nico Rosberg came flying through from third to take the lead in the F1 seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s opening race at Australia. INFO & PHOTOS: www.Formula1.com | Manufacturers

Nico Rosberg dominated the first race of Formula 1's new turbocharged hybrid power unit era to win the 2014 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne for Mercedes on 16th March, 2014. The German made a superb start from third on the grid, passing Daniel Ricciardo's Red Bull and the polesitting Mercedes of teammate Lewis Hamilton to grab the lead. Rosberg made the most of the W05's pace advantage to streak away from the field at will and record the fourth grand prix victory of his career. Rosberg's team-mate Hamilton slipped back to fourth on the first lap as he struggled with an engine problem in his Mercedes. After initial confusion as to whether he should soldier on, the 2008 world champion retired his W05 into the pits as early as the third lap of 57. Australian home hero Ricciardo completed a remarkable turnaround in fortunes for Red Bull by narrowly beating McLaren's Kevin Magnussen to finish second. The world champion squad looked to be in desperate trouble in pre-season testing, but made enormous strides with its Renault-engined car in Australia. Things were though less rosy for Ricciardo's world champion teammate Sebastian Vettel, who started out of sequence on the medium tyre after a

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disappointing result in qualifying on Saturday consigned him to a row six start. His struggles with a lack of power from his Renault engine continued into the race and he joined Hamilton in retirement after only five laps. McLaren rookie Magnussen completed the podium on his F1 debut, after surviving a wild oversteer moment shortly after the start. The reigning Formula Renault 3.5 champion beat team-mate Jenson Button to third spot by 3.2 seconds. The 2009 world champion started down on row five after his final flying lap in Q2 was spoiled by yellow flags, but he used smart strategy to jump from the fringes of the top 10 to sixth as the safety car came out, then overhaul Fernando Alonso's Ferrari and Nico Hulkenberg's Force India at the second round of stops. Williams driver Bottas overcame JeanEric Vergne's wildly oversteering Toro Rosso and Hulkenberg in the closing stages to finish sixth, but will rue what might have been after a messy race. The Finn starred in the early stages as he worked the Williams through to the top six from 15th on the grid, but the Finn touched the wall coming out of Turn 10 on lap 11 and broke his right rear wheel. He avoided suspension damage and pitted for a replacement, before working his way

back through the field. A decent points finish was at least some reward for Williams after Felipe Massa was wiped out by Kamui Kobayashi's locked-up Caterham at the first corner on the first lap. Kimi Raikkonen's Ferrari beat the Toro Rossos of Vergne and F1 rookie Daniil Kvyat as these three completed the top 10. Perez's Force India, both Saubers, and both Marussias also made the flag as 15 cars in total made the finish. Jules Bianchi finished eight laps down and unclassified after failing to make it off the grid, causing an aborted start and forcing him to start from the pitlane behind the Lotus of Romain Grosjean. Grosjean made it to lap 45 before retiring his troublesome twintusk E22, while team-mate Pastor Maldonado and Caterham's Marcus Ericsson also stopped out on-track shortly after half-distance It was indeed an exciting start to the new era of F1 and the racing was good!

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Lewis Hamilton sparked his 2014 Formula 1 season into life by dominating the Malaysian Grand Prix on 30th March, 2014. The 2008 World Champion made up for the disappointment of early retirement from the season-opener in Australia by comfortably beating Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg to victory by 17 seconds at the Sepang International Circuit. Melbourne winner Rosberg maintained his position as championship leader by finishing second. He jumped reigning world champion Sebastian Vettel off the line and successfully repelled both Red Bulls after a massive tank-slapper coming through Turn 3 on the first lap. He reported struggling with his rear tyres in the early stages and could not keep pace with Hamilton. Rosberg finished a comfortable 7.2s clear of third-placed Vettel, who put his first championship points on the board after his own early retirement in Australia. The Red Bulls were side-by-side through the opening sequence of turns, as Vettel’s team-mate Daniel Ricciardo went round the outside at Turn 2. Rosberg’s massive wobble coming though the long sweeping righthander at Turn 3 allowed the reigning world champion to come back at his team-mate briefly, but Ricciardo held firm, only to be passed on lap four when Vettel slid up the inside at Turn 1 unchallenged.

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Ricciardo had to get his elbows out again after the first round of pitstops, successfully rebuffing the efforts from Fernando Alonso to pass as he rejoined. The Red Bull prevailed over the Ferrari after more side-by-side action through Turns 1, 2 and 3. But this proved a moot point ultimately, as Ricciardo suffered a botched late pitstop that required mechanics to push his car back to the Red Bull pit to refit the left front wheel correctly. He rejoined the race, but then suffered a front wing failure on the start-finish straight, having broken it by running wide out of Turn 14 coming onto the back straight. He retired shortly afterwards. Ricciardo’s misfortune promoted a personal duel between Alonso and Nico Hulkenberg, in which the Spaniard again prevailed to take fourth. Hulkenberg’s Force India used an unconventional two-stop strategy to get ahead of the Ferrari, but ultimately Alonso used the advantage of fresher tyres to get ahead in the closing stages. Jenson Button completed a stealthy climb from 10th on the grid to complete the top six, ahead of the duelling Williams of Felipe Massa and Valtteri Bottas. Button’s McLaren team-mate Kevin Magnussen recovered from an early five-second stop-go penalty for puncturing the right-rear tyre on Kimi Raikkonen’s Ferrari to finish ninth, while

Formula 1’s youngest ever points scorer Daniil Kvyat scored again by rounding out the top 10 for Toro Rosso. Raikkonen recovered to a pointless 12th, behind Romain Grosjean’s much-improved Lotus. The podium in Sepang once again demonstrated Mercedes’ superiority over the rest of the grid. It was the first one-two finish for the Silver Arrows since the Italian GP in 1955. It was also Lewis Hamilton’s 100th points scoring finish in a Formula 1 Grand Prix. F1 now heads to Bahrain on 6th April, 2014. AUTOLIFE March/April 2014 77

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Man of Steel Releasing on: June, 2013 Genre : Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Sci-Fic Director : Zack Snyder Cast : Henry Cavill, Amy Adams, Russell Crowe Synopsis: A child sent to Earth from a dying planet is adopted by a couple in rural Kansas. Posing as a journalist, he uses his extraordinary powers to protect his new home from an insidious evil.

Main Tera Hero

Aadi Baato Genre : Family Release Date : 04 Apr 2014 Length : 2 Hrs 5 Min Director : Shabir Shrestha Cast : Yash Kumar, Jenisha K.C, Anu Shah, Dhiren Shakya, Ruby Rana Aadi Bato is a film based onmusical love story between a musician and his childhood love who lost her memory in a car accident. The film captures the relationship between brotherhood, friendship and their sacrifices for the shake of love and music.

Monsters University Releasing on: July 2013

Genre : Comedy Release Date : 04 Apr 2014 Length : 2 Hrs 8 Min Director : David Dhawan Cast : Varun Dhawan, Ileana DCruz, Nargis Fakhri

Genre : Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy Director : Dan Scanlon Cast : Nathan Fillion, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi Synopsis : Mike Wazowski and James P. Sullivan are an inseparable pair, but that wasn’t always the case. From the moment these two mismatched monsters met they couldn’t Our Love Story begins with the Mischievous, Clever, Charming, a Daredevil stand each other.and “Monsters University” unlocks the door to the HERO (Varun Dhawan) who falls in love with Sunaina (Ileana D’cruz). How can a how Mike and Sulley overcame their differences and became Hero’s love story be complete without a villain! the best of friends.

After Earth Releasing on: June, 2013

Muppets most wanted

Genre : Adventure, Comedy, Crime Genre : Action | Adventure | Sci-Fi Release Date : 04 Apr 2014 Director : M. Night Shyamalan Length : 1 Hrs 30 Min Cast : Jaden Smith, Will Smith, Sophie Okonedo Director : James Bobin Synopsis: One thousand years after cataclysmic events forced Cast : Ricky Gervais, Ty Burrell, Tina Fey humanity’s escape from Earth, Nova Prime has become mankind’s new home. Legendary General Cypher Raige returns from an extended Flush with their revival’s success, Kermit the Frog and his friends are tour of duty to his estranged family, ready to be a father to his 13-year- by Dominic Badguy to go on a world tour. Unknown to approached old son, Kitai. When an asteroid storm damages Cypher and Kitai’s them, this is all part of the sinister plan of Constantine, the world’s most craft, they crash-land on a now unfamiliar and dangerous Earth. As his evil frog, to become the greatest thief of all time. After making sure father lies dying in the cockpit, Kitai must trek across the hostile terrain is jailed as himself, Constantine impersonates him to use that Kermit to recover their rescue beacon. His whole life, Kitai has wanted nothing tour as cover for his scheme. the Muppets’ more than to be a soldier like his father. Today, he gets his chance.

rio 2 3d Genre : Animation, Adventure, Comedy Release Date : 11 Apr 2014 Length : 2 Hrs 0 Min Director : Carlos Saldanha Cast : Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway, Bruno Mars

World War Z Releasing on: June, 2013

Genre : Action, Drama, Horror, Sci-Fic, Thriller Director : Marc Forster Cast: Brad Pitt, James Badge Dale, Mireille Enos Synopsis : United Nations employee Gerry Lane traverses the It’s a jungle out there for Blu, Jewel and their three kids inworld RIO in 2, aafter fromthe Zombie pandemic that is racethey’re againsthurtled time to stop that magical city to the wilds of the Amazon. As Blu tries to fit in, he goes and beak-to-beak with toppling armies governments, and threatening to decimate the vengeful Nigel, and meets the most fearsome adversary of all - itself. his father-in-law. humanity facebook.com/AutolifeNepal

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EXTRA FEATURES AND SAFETY Bama Motors Pvt. Ltd, KTM

CHERY Models A1 1.3L

17,99,000 1297 5M 82 114 155 N Y N N Y N Y N N

QQ3 Full Option

17,90,000

Tiggo 2.0 A/T

36,75,000 1971 A 123 168 160 Y Y Y N Y N Y N Y

812

130

Vijay Motors Pvt. Ltd, Naxal Tel: 4411919 | 4425603

CHEVROLET Models Captiva 2.0 Automatic LTZ

75,00,000 1991 5A 148 320 175 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N Hansraj Hulaschand & Co Pvt. Ltd, Maitighar Tel: 4239641 | 4231985

DAIHATSU Models Terios

48,99,000 to 55,00,000

1495

103

140

BATAS Brothers Pvt. Ltd, Gairidhara Tel: 4004644 | 4004645

FIAT Models Linea 2013 Model (Diesel)

35,89,000 to 40,79,999

1368

115

168

Punto 2013 Model (Petrol)

23,71,999 to 27,34,999

1172

175

Go Automobiles Pvt. Ltd, Thapathali, KTM Tel: 4244254 | 4257001

FORD Models Everest

75,00,000 to 2953 5A 153 380 165 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 80,00,000

All New Fiesta (Petrol)

34,00,000 to 1499 5M 107 140 NA Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y N 38,99,000

Fiesta Classic (Petrol)

24,50,000 to 29,90,000

1596 5M 99 146 175 Y Y Y Y Y N Y N N

Figo Petrol

18,99,000 to 24,50,000

1399

160

150

All New Ranger

48,50,000 to 62,00,000

2499

266

EcoSport 1.5 Petrol

29,99,000 to 41,90,000

1499

107

140

Kuga 2.5

75,00,000 to 79,00,000

2521

107

250

Saakha and Universal Automobiles, Kupondole Tel: 5011500

GEELY Models LC Panda

GREAT WALL

16,75,000 1342 5M 85 110 NA Y Y Y N Y N N N N Himchuli Auto International, Kupundole Tel: 5521730

Models

Florid 1.5L Elite

16,00,000 1497 5M 103 138 160 Y Y Y N Y N Y N N

Wingle 5 2.5TCI SLX

30,95,000 2499 5M 107 300 140 Y N Y N Y Y Y N N

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EXTRA FEATURES AND SAFETY Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd, Kantipath Tel: 5549741 | 4225490 |4253522

HONDA Models

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Accord 2.4 MT

78,50,000 2354 5M 180 222 225 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N

City SMT

38,50,000 1497 5M 118 146 175 Y Y Y N Y N Y N N

Civic 1.8 SMT

58,00,000

CR-V 2.0L

99,00,000 1997 6M 167 218 180 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N

Jazz Select

32,25,000 1198 5M 89 110 175 Y Y Y Y Y N Y N Y

Brio VMT

26,70,000 1198 5M 88 109 NA Y Y Y N Y N Y N N

Amaze

1799

130

172

205

25,50,000 to 1198 5M 87 109 NA Y Y Y N Y Y Y Y N 28,00,000 Laxmi Intercontinental, Thapathali Tel: 4101556 | 4101557

HYUNDAI Models Verna 1.4

32,96,000 1396 5M 107 135 NA Y Y Y N Y Y Y N Y

Accent GL

29,96,000 1399 5M 94 124 170 N N N N Y N Y N N

i10 Magna 1.2

21,56,000 1197 5M 66 99 140 N N Y N N N Y N N

i20 Magna O

26,56,000 1197 6A 90 220 160 Y Y Y Y Y N Y N Y

Santa Fe GLs Low Trim

99,96,000

Santro GL+

18,56,000 1086 5M 62 96 NA N N N N Y N Y N N

Sonata GL

65,96,000 1998 6M 165 198 NA Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N

Tucson GL Petrol

69,96,000 1998 6M 177 382 NA Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N

Elantra GLS

56,96,000 1591 6M 130 157 NA Y Y Y Y Y N Y N N

Eon Dlite+

15,76,000 814 5M 56 NA NA Y N Y N N N Y N N

Grand i10

23,26,000 to 26,96,000

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1197

194

420

114

210

160

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EXTRA FEATURES AND SAFETY Continental Associates Pvt. Ltd, Tinkune Tel: 2054003 | 2054004

KIA Models Cerato 1.6L

42,49,000 1591 5M 123 156 NA Y Y Y N Y Y Y N N

Picanto 1.2 EX

25,49,000

Rio 1.4L

29,49,000 1399 5M 94 125 NA Y N Y N Y Y N N N

Sorento 2.2L Diesel

102,50,000 2199 6M 197 421 NA Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y

Soul 1.6L

43,49,000 1591 5M 124 156 NA Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N

Sportage 2.0 L Diesel

65,50,000 to 83,50,000

1086

1998

177

392

Agni Incorporated Pvt. Ltd, Uttar Dhoka Tel: 4414626 | 4414628

MAHINDRA Models

Bolero LX MDi 4WD

28,85,000

2523

180

Scorpio VLX 4WD

52,35,000

2179

120

290

150

XYLO

33,35,000 to 40,85,000

2498

112

240

135

Thar

22,15,000 to 30,55,000

2498

112

235

140

Quanto

31,75,000 to 35,90,000

1493

100

240

XUV500

54,00,000 to 63,00,000

2179

140

330

Padma Shree Pvt. Ltd, Gyaneshwor Tel: 4435688 | 4435631

MAZDA Models BT-50

47,50,000 2499 5M 140 330 NA Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N

Mazda 3 Full Opt

66,50,000

1598

103

145

Mazda 2 Full Opt

46,00,000

1498

102

135

Mazda 6 Full Opt

76,50,000

2489

170

226

CX-7

82,00,000 to 2488 5M 161 218 NA Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 85,00,000 Leon Motors Pvt. Ltd, Shantinagar Tel: 4622074 | 4622485

MITSUBISHI Models ASX 4WD GLX

79,00,000 1998 6CVT 150 197 190 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

Lancer EX GLX

66,00,000 1998 6CVT 150 197 200 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N

L200 Sportero 4WD 48,00,000 2477 NA 135 NA 175 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Double Cab Outlander

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84,00,000

2360 6CVT 170 226 190 NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA

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ABS

Remote Locking

185

175

Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

Sunroof

Bluetooth

Fog Lamps

Leather Seats

Steering Adjust

Airbags

267

TECHNICAL Pajero GLS 3.0 V6

Climate Control

Top Speed (KMPH)

Torque (NM)

Gearbox

2972

Power (BHP)

Cubic Capacity (CC)

1,30,00,000

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Pajero Sport GLX

85,00,000 2477 5M 175 400 NA Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

Mirage

28,95,000 to 30,90,000

1193

100

Dugar Automobiles Pvt. Ltd, Balaju Tel: 4362992 | 4350912

NISSAN Models Models Navara LE

45,90,000 2488 6M 175 403 170 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N

New Sunny 1.5

37,50,000

110

148

Tiida Sedan M

1598

110

153

170

X-Trail

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88,00,000 1995 6A 150 320 185 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Nemlink Int’l Traders Pvt. Ltd, Panipokhari Tel: 4006528 | 4410323

PERODUA Models Models MYVI SX

27,00,000 1298 5M 86 116 NA N N Y N Y N Y N N Constant Business Group Pvt. Ltd, Naxal Tel: 2297455

PROTON Models Models Savvy

20,75,000 1149 5M 74 NA NA N N Y N N N Y N N

Persona 1.6

30,75,000 1597 5M 110 148 NA Y Y Y N Y Y Y N N

Gen 2 - 1.6

30,50,000

1597

125

150

Skoda M.A.W, Thapathali Tel: 4216835 | 4268788

SKODA

Models

Superb

81,90,000 to 83,90,000

1968

140

320

206

Fabia

23,95,000 to 28,95,000

1200

110

Laura 1.8

61,49,000 to 65,49,000

1798

118

250

225

Yeti 2.0

70,90,000 to 72,90,000

1968

140

320

210

Rapid

31,25,000 to 1598 5M 105 153 NA Y Y Y Y Y N Y Y N 40,95,000 Constant Business Group Pvt. Ltd, Naxal Tel: 2297455

SSANGYONG Models Korando Active

50,75,000 1998 5M 175 360 180 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y

Rexton

59,75,000 2696 5M 160 340 180 Y Y Y N Y Y Y N Y

Actyon Sports

34,75,000 1998 5M 140 310 NA Y Y Y N Y Y Y N Y Vijay Motors Pvt. Ltd, Naxal, KTM Tel: 4414158

SUBARU Models Forester

90,00,000 2498 5M 230 320 NA Y Y Y Y Y N Y N N 95,00,000 (A/T)

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SUZUKI

Models Ertiga Lxi

31,00,000 1373 5M 94 130 170 Y Y Y N Y N Y N N

Alto K10 Vxi

17,29,000

A-Star Zxi

22,29,000 1000 5M 67 90 160 Y Y Y N Y N Y N N

EECO STD 7Seater

17,85,000

Grand Vitara MT

70,00,000 1995 5M 164 225 175 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y

Ritz VXI

22,35,000 1200 5M 75 190 NA N Y Y N Y Y Y N N

Swift Vxi

25,49,000 1200 5M 75 190 160 N Y Y N Y Y Y N N

Dzire Zxi

29,99,000 1200 5M 75 190 160 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N

SX4 Zxi

33,19,000 1586 5M 102 145 175 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N

1000

1200

1000

101

145

New Wagon R Vxi

19,99,000

Zen Estilo Vxi

18,95,010 1000 5M 64 84 150 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N Sipradi Trading Pvt Ltd, Teku Tel: 4250610 | 4250612

TATA Models Aria Prestige AWD

53,85,000 2179 5M 138 320 NA Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y

Indica Refresh

15,45,000 to 17,95,000

1405

100

145

Indica Vista Q-JET

26,55,000 to 27,95,000

1248

190

160

Indigo CS

21,45,000 to 24,75,000

1405

135

165

Manza Q-JET

29,95,000 to 33,25,000

1248

200

Nano

8,58,000 to 11,88,000

624

105

Safari Dicor

34,85,000 to 39,95,000

2179

138

320

Sumo Grande

30,55,000 to 34,85,000

2179

120

250

140

Sumo Gold

25,85,000 to 29,85,000

2956

223

175

Vista D90 ZX

26,95,000

1248

200

165

Y Y Y N Y N Y Y N

Safari Storme LX VX

37,85,000 51,85,000

2179 6M 138 320 NA Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N United Traders Syndicate, Sinamangal Tel: 4478301-5, 4478003

TOYOTA Models Avanza

40,80,000

1298 5M 90 120 150 Y Y Y N Y Y Y N N

Corolla

72,50,000

1598 5M 104 145 170 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N N

Fortuner

96,00,000

2928 5M 160 343 170 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y

Land Cruiser Prado 16,500,000 2982 5M 129 343 170 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y Dual AC

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Yaris Sedan

54,50,000

1298 5M 86 120 NA Y Y Y N Y Y Y N N

Etios

35,45,000

1496 5M 90 132 NA Y Y Y N Y N Y N N

Rav 4 Auto

97,80,000

2362 5M/4A 167 224 NA Y Y Y Y Y Y Y N Y

Pooja International Pvt. Ltd, Panipokhari Tel: 4006605 | 4006606

VOLKSWAGEN Models

Passat CC Automatic 94,50,000 1798 6A 158 250 223 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Golf

48,00,000

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Cubic Capacity (CC)

Updated April 2012

1595 5M 103 148 120 Y Y Y Y Y N Y N N

Passat A/T Loaded 85,50,000 1798 6A 158 250 220 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Polo

24,95,000 to 33,95,000

1198

103

153

185

Tiguan TDI

70,50,000 to 92,50,000

1964

138

320

Touareg 3.0D A/T (Full Option)

1,36,00,000 2967 8A 241 550 220 Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y Y

Vento 1.6

32,95,000 to 43,95,000

1598

103

153

185

Mileage (KMPL)

Fuel Tank (Litre)

Dry Weight (KG)

Ground Clearance (MM)

Wheelbase (MM)

Height (MM)

Length (MM)

Top Speed (KMPH)

Gears

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Models

SYM

Shrestha Company Pvt. Ltd, Teku, Tel: 4251202 MAGIC 110 RR

1,59,900 110

N/A 7.2/6000 4 80 1890 N/A 1205 N/A 102 3.5 N/A

ORBIT II

1,84,900 125

N/A 8.33/6500 CVT 91 1905 N/A 1325 N/A 109 5.2 N/A

JET4

2,09,900 125

N/A 8.6/7000 CVT 85 1900 N/A 1330 N/A 113 5.2 N/A

5,99,900

N/A

WOLF SB250Ni

250

23.1/6000

KTM DUKE

2005

N/A

1320

150

173

N/A

Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Ltd Naxal, Tel: 4415462 200 DUKE

3,89,900 199.5 25/1000 19.2/800 6 135 N/A 810 1350 165 126

ANNA LIFAN

140

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COOL BOY

DUE

Annapurna Lifan Company Pvt. Ltd Teku, Tel: 4241521 1,55,900 149.4 13.5/8500 8.5/7500 5 95 N/A 830 1680 250 120 10.5 50 99,900

97 5.5/7500 6.6/5000 4 N/A N/A 750 1208 140 95

APOLLO

4 70

Universal Super Impex Jyatha Tole, Tel: 4227337 ORION RX 250T

3,16,000 249.4 17.5/7500 18/5500 5 105 N/A 930 1420 280 118 8 35

ORION RX 250M

3,16,000 249.4 17.5/7500 18/5500 5 105 N/A 880 1420 280 118 8 35

THE WORLD’S

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Fuel Tank (Litre)

Mileage (KMPL)

Ground Clearance (MM)

Wheelbase (MM)

Dry Weight (KG)

BAJAJ

Height (MM)

Length (MM)

Top Speed (KMPH)

Gears

Torque (NM)

Power (BHP)

Cubic Capacity (CC)

All prices are subject to change without prior notice. Please confirm with the showroom for accuracy.

Price (NRS)

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Updated March 2014

140

Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Ltd Teku, Tel: 4220094 | 4261200 Models AVENGER 220

2,46,900

DISCOVER 100 DTS-SI

1,44,900 94.38 7.5/7500 7.85/5000 5 90 N/A 800 1305 165 108 8

DISCOVER 125 DTS-SI

1,63,900 (DISK) 124.6 11/8000 10.8/5500 5 N/A N/A 800 1305 165

110

DISCOVER 150

1,72,900

144.8

13/7500

12.75/5500

110

N/A

800

1305

115

PLATINA 100

1,22,900

99.27

8/7500

8/5500

N/A

805

1275

160

100

PLATINA 1,38,900 125 DTS-SI

124.58

9.5/7000

11/5000

100

N/A

785

1275

160

100

BOXER 150

1,39,900

144.8

12/7500

12/5000

100

N/A

803

1285

N/A

122

PULSAR 150 DTSI

2,09,900

149.01

15.06/9000

12.5/6500

115

N/A

785

1320

160

120

PULSAR 180 DTSI

2,26,900

178.60

17/8500

14/6000

120

N/A

785

1345

165

130

PULSAR 220F

2,49,900

220

21/8500

19/7000

135

N/A

795

1350

165

140

PULSAR 200 NS

2,64,900

200

23.2/9500

18.3/8000

135

2100

805

1363

167

145

219.89 19/8400 17.5/7000 5

120 N/A 710 1475

DAELIM

169

165

80 N/A

AKU Nepal Enterprises Kalimati, Tel: 4288339 | 4286018 Models ROADWIN 150R

2,88,500

150 15/10600 12.5/8400 5

5,00,000

249 23/9000 19/8000 5 140 N/A 780 1380 150 160

ROADWIN R250 FI

DEMAK

120 N/A 780 1380

150

135

N/A

15 N/A

Agni Incorporated Pvt. Ltd Uttar Dhoka, Tel: 4420964 Models COUGAR 250

3,95,000

249 19/7500 N/A 5 N/A N/A 760 1480 140 140 14 40

2,38,000

150 13/8500 10/7500 5 N/A N/A 840 1380 270 120 8.5 50

DMX-R

DUCATI

Turbo Motors Trading Naxal,Tel: 4435720 Models HYPERMOTARD 796

18,50,000

803 81/8000 74/6250 6 200 N/A 825 1455 N/A 155 12.5 N/A

MONSTER 696

16,80,000

696 80/9000 69/7750 6 N/A N/A 770 1450 N/A 160

N/A

MONSTER 796

18,90,000

803 87/8250 79/6250 6 220 N/A 800 1450 N/A 167

N/A

848 EVO

27,00,000

849.4 140/10500 98/9750 6 N/A N/A 830 1430 N/A

168

15.5 N/A

1198

N/A

1198.4 170/9750 131/8000 6 N/A N/A 820 1430 N/A

171

15.5 N/A

MULTISTRADA 1200 S

35,00,000

1198.4

150 / 9250

118 / 7500

N/A

850

1530

N/A

192

N/A

SPORTSCLASSIC GT1000

N/A

992

92 / 8000

90 / 6000

N/A

810

1425

N/A

185

N/A

GLOBAL

Jai Shambu Automotives Pvt. Ltd Ravi Bhawan, Tel: 4289933 | 4277049

Models

G-100

1,21,000

7.2/8000

6.5/6000

N/A

1280

150

100

N/A

UFO 150

1,56,500

149.6

8.5/7500

9.2/6000

AUTO

N/A

1275

135

100

N/A

XPRESSION+

1,48,994

124

10.5/8500

8.4/7500

N/A

1280

140

100

N/A

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Dry Weight (KG)

Fuel Tank (Litre)

Mileage (KMPL)

Ground Clearance (MM)

Wheelbase (MM)

103

N/A

860

1375

280

115

VR 200H

3,49,000

197

19/7500

15/6000

105

N/A

860

1375

290

130

HARTFORD

Height (MM)

Length (MM)

12.5/7500

Gears

13.5/8500

Torque (NM)

149

Power (BHP)

2,99,000

Cubic Capacity (CC)

VR 150H

Price (NRS)

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International Motor Pvt. Ltd Teku, Tel: 4265336 | 4265337

Models

HERO

Nepal General Marketing Pvt Ltd Jyoti Bhawan, Kantipath, Tel: 4225377 Models XTREME DSS 2,07,500 150 14.2/8500 12.8/6500 5 110 N/A 800 1325 145 135 15 60.25 HF DELUXE DRS

100

7.2/8000

7.5/5000

N/A

790

1230

165

100

10.5

GLAMOUR 1,89,500(DSS FI)

125

9/7000

10.35/4000

N/A

775

1265

150

115

HUNK 2,08,500(DDS)

150

14.2/8500

12.8/6500

110

N/A

795

1325

145

135

12.5

KARIZMA DSS

2,47,500

223

16.5/7000

18.3/6000

125

N/A

1355

150

135

KARIZMA ZMR

3,07,000

223

17.5/7000

18.3/6000

130

N/A

1350

160

145

1,33,500

795 795

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Top Speed (KMPH)

Updated March 2014

PLEASURE 1,44,500 102 7/7000 7.8/5000 AUTO 80 N/A 750 1240 125 95 5.5 50

SPLENDOR NXG

1,45,500

100

SPLENDOR PLUS

1,42,500

100 7.4/8000 7.2/5000 4

85 N/A 775 1230 160

110 10.5

SPLENDOR PRO

1,49,000

100

SUPER SPLENDOR

1,60,500

125

7.7/7500

7.6/7500

7.6/6000

8.04/4500

9.13/7000 10.35/4000 4

100

N/A

100 N/A

HONDA

785

1230

160

100

775

1230

160

100

775

1235

150

110

Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd, Kantipath, Tel: 4253522 | 4163501 | 4256199 Models

ACTIVA

1,54,900

110

8/7500

8.8/5500

AUTO

N/A

765

1238

145

100

5.3

AVIATOR 1,64,900 110 8/8000 8.82/5500 AUTO 85 N/A 790 1256 145 95 6 52

CB SHINE 1,74,900(DRS)

125

10.3/7500

10.9/5500

100

N/A

790

1265

175

110

CB TWISTER

1,70,900(DSS)

110

9/8000

9/6500

N/A

800

1262

180

100

CB UNICORN

2,09,900 (DSS)

149.1

13.2/8000

12.8/5500

115

N/A

790

1340

180

135

CB UNICORN DAZZLER

2,12,900

150

14/8500

12.8/6500

120

N/A

780

1328

162

125

CBF STUNNER

1,89,900 (NEW)

125

11/8000

11/6500

100

N/A

790

1271

173

120

NEW DIO

1,60,900

110

7/7000

N/A

762

1235

145

100

CBR 250R

5,24,900

250

25.3/8500

23 7000

155

N/A

780

1370

145

150

CBR 600

600

118/13500

66/11250

240

N/A

820

1369

135

156

CB 600F HORNET

600

102/12000

63.510500

210

N/A

800

1435

135

CB 1000R

CBR1000RR

183

22,00,000 1000 125/10000 100/8000 6 240 N/A 825 1445 130 213 17 15

26,00,000

NXR150 BROS 5,25,000

CRF 250L

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7.8/5500 AUTO

7,75,000

1000 175/12000 112/8500 6

N/A N/A 820

1410 N/A

200

150 14/8000 13.6/6000 5 N/A N/A 830 1353 245

249.6 22.8/8500 23.8/7000 6

N/A N/A 875 1445 255

17.7

120

N/A

144

7.7

N/A

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Fuel Tank (Litre)

Mileage (KMPL)

160

N/A

647 72/9000 61/7250 6 190 N/A 790 1435 185 200

N/A

11,10,900

647

72/9000

61/7250

200

N/A

830

1435

165

200

N/A

RT 125D

4,68,900

124.5

13.5/10000

11/8000

N/A

790

1350

230

135

N/A

GV250

6,49,900

249 27/10500 22/7500 5 N/A N/A 710 1508 150 167

N/A

GV650P

13,50,000

249 80/9000 67/7250 5 N/A N/A 705 1700 160 220

N/A

Power (BHP)

HYOSUNG

Height (MM)

155

Length (MM)

Dry Weight (KG)

Ground Clearance (MM)

Wheelbase (MM)

Top Speed (KMPH)

N/A

Gears

Torque (NM)

160

Cubic Capacity (CC)

175

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Price (NRS)

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Batas Motors Pvt. Ltd Naxal, Tel: 4004626 | 4004627

Models

GT250N

6,20,900

249

GT250R

7,05,900

249 26.35/9000 21/6750 5

GT650N

10,65,900

GT650R

26.5/9000

21/6750

150

N/A

830

1435

150 N/A 830 1435

KAWASAKI

Hansraj Hulaschand & Co. Ltd Teku, Tel: 4220094 | 4261200

Models

NINJA 250R

NINJA 650R

7,49,900

249 32/11000 22/8200 6 160 N/A 790 1400 135

160

13,50,000 649 72/8500 64/7000 6 N/A 2110 805 1410 130 211 16 N/A

MAHINDRA 2 WHEELERS

SG Global Pvt. Ltd Teku, Tel: 4231057 | 4231058

Models

DURO RODEO

1,45,900

124.6

8/7500

9/5500

AUTO

N/A

770

1290

155

100

1,61,900 124.6 8/7000 9/5500 AUTO 85 N/A 760 1245 155 106 4.5 45

PIAGGIO

Anna Automobile Pvt. Ltd Teku, Tel: 4229855

Models

BYQ125

ISHINE 100

1,48,000

126.3

9.7/8500

1,49,000

96.21

8.6/7000

N/A

1295

180

N/A 6.81/6000 AUTO N/A N/A N/A 1340 130

ROYAL ENFIELD

115

6.5

Dugar Brothers & Sons Pvt. Ltd Balaju, Tel: 4362992

Models

SACHS

CLASSIC 350

4,31,000

346

20/5250

28/4000

N/A

800

1370

140

170

13.5

N/A

CLASSIC CHROME CLASSIC 500 DESERT STORM

5,55,000 5,15,000 5,35,000

499

27/5250

41.3/4000

130

N/A

800

1370

140

170

13.5

N/A

ELECTRA TWIN SPARK

4,15,000

346

20/5250

28/4000

115

N/A

800

1370

140

170

13.5

N/A

3,35,000

346

18/5000

32/3000

100

N/A

760

1370

140

150

14.5

4,11,000

346

20/5250

28/4000

115

N/A

770

1370

140

170

15.5

STD350 UCE

THUNDERBIRD TWIN SPARK

Saakha & Company Pvt. Ltd. Kupondole, Tel: 5011500 Models MADASS 125

2,00,000

125

8/8400

9/5400

N/A

SUZUKI

835

1235

130

100

5.1

N/A

Ganesh Enterprises Kamalpokhari, Tel: 4422818 | 4423444 Models ACCESS 125

124

8.5/7000

9.8/5000

AUTO

N/A

780

1250

160

110

N/A

GSR600 16,00,000 (ABS)

599

93/12000

65/9600

215

N/A

785

1440

130

185

16.5

GSX650F

16,50,000

656

85/10500

62/8900

240

N/A

770

1470

125

220

GSX-R600

22,00,000

599

125/13500

68/11500

265

N/A

810

1400

130

180

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Mileage (KMPL)

Fuel Tank (Litre)

Dry Weight (KG)

Ground Clearance (MM)

Wheelbase (MM)

Height (MM)

Length (MM)

Top Speed (KMPH)

Gears

Torque (NM)

Power (BHP)

Cubic Capacity (CC)

Models GN125H

1,67,888 124 12/8000 10/7500 5 110 N/A 735 1280 175 107 10.3 35

GS150R

2,07,888 149.5 13.8/8500 13.4/6000 6 110 N/A 790 1340 160 135 15.5 60

SLINGSHOT

1,65,888 (DISK)

124

8.5/8500

10/6000

100

N/A

790

1265

160

115

B-KING

25,00,000

1340

181/9500

146/7200

240

N/A

805

1525

120

235

16.5

N/A

BURGMAN 400

16,50,000 400 34/7300 36.3/5800 AUTO 150 N/A 710 1585 125 210 13.5 N/A

GZ250

6,25,000

249

20/8000

18.7/7000

N/A

680

1450

125

140

N/A

DR200SE

6,00,000

199

15/8500

17.7/7000

N/A

810

1405

260

115

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Price (NRS)

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AIT Pvt. Ltd Teku, Tel: 4253661 | 4261330 Models APACHE RTR 160

2,12,900

160

15.2/8500

13.1/6000

120

N/A

790

1300

180

120

APACHE RTR 180

2,26,900

180

17/8500

15.5/6500

125

N/A

790

1326

180

120

SCOOTY PEP+

1,29,900

5/6500

5.8/4000 AUTO

N/A

740

1230

135

SCOOTY STREAK

1,34,922

87.8

5/6500

5.8/4000

AUTO

N/A

740

1230

135

4.7

STAR CITY 110

1,45,900

110

8.2/7500

8.1/5000

N/A

790

1240

165

JIVE

1,52,889

109.7

8.4/7500

8.3/5500 AUTO

N/A

780

1260

165

WEGO

1,58,900

110

8/7500

N/A

770

1275

150

100

8/5500

AUTO

Import USA Pvt. Ltd Gairidhara, Tel: 4004664 Models X-TREET

279900

230

RENEGADE(SPORT)

225000

140

RENEGADE

325000

230

18/8000 15.55/5500 5 10.97/7900 10.53/5600 5 18/8000 15.55/5500 5

147 2040 1100 1300

300

121

95 19758 1010

375

110

325

150

1350

120 2310 1168 1375

YAMAHA

Morang Auto Works Teku, Tel: 4261160 | 4268252 Models

ENTICER DLX

1,81,900

123.7

11/8000

10.4/6500

N/A

710

1375

140

105

13.5

N/A

FAZER

2,21,900

153

14/7500

14/6000

115

N/A

790

1335

160

130

13.5

FZ-16

1,99,900

153

14/7500

14/6000

115

N/A

790

1335

160

125

FZ-S

2,23,900

153 14/7500 14/6000 5 115 N/A 790 1335 160 125

SS 125

1,79,900

125

11/7500

10.4/6500

110

N/A

795

1295

155

110

SZ-R

1,91,900

153

12/7500

12.8/4500

105

N/A

802

1320

165

120

SZ-X

1,74,900

153

12/7500

12.8/4500

105

N/A

802

1320

165

120

YBR 110

1,42,900

106

7.5/7500

7.8/6000

100

N/A

795

1290

173

115

YBR 125 DX

1,64,900

125

10.8/7500

10.4/6500

105

N/A

795

1300

180

115

13.5

YZF R15

3,31,900

150

17/8500

15/7500

135

N/A

790

1290

160

120

RAY

1,59,900

113

7/7500

8.1/5500

1835

675

1270

128

104

RAY-Z

1,69,900

113

7/7500

8.1/5500

1835

765

128

104

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