Friday, July 31, 2009

Honda Eterno

India's first 150cc scooter, Honda Eterno has revolutionized the concept of scooters in its segment. Honda Eterno has everything that can ever be expected from a scooter. The name, Eterno, has been derived from the word Eternal', which truly resembles its superior technology and power. Winning millions of Indian hearts with its macho look, high mileage and easy handling, Honda Eterno gives tough competition to motorcycles. Eterno is the perfect family scooter. Other salient features include easy neutral lock, easy operating one-direction gear system, high ground clearance etc.

Looks

Eterno's tough, masculine looking body doesn't bar an equally excellent aerodynamic performance

stylish indicators, head lamp, and tail lights

It is found in different colors: Black, Silver Beige Metallic, Plasma Silver Metallic, Geny Grey Metallic, Fab Green Metallic.

Control

Honda Eterno also has a neutral lock that prevents the scooter from accidentally jumping while starting.

147.7cc engine having bore x stroke of 57 x 57.9 mm, operating at a compression ratio of 9.3

Top speed is over ninety kmph

Acceleration zero to sixty kmpH in 9.5 seconds

Tyres are 3.50 x 10 both front and rear

The optimization of weight balance lends more stability to the scooter and eliminates tail swings even on sudden braking.

Ten inch long kicker gives great mechanical advantage

Shifting gears even in city traffic is quite easy

Easily adjustable headlight beam gives better night rides

Headlight power is 12volt 35Watt

Comfort

Handlebar width is 65 cm (25.5 inches), same as Activa and Nova

Excellent Rear View Mirrors (RVMs) have a 77.5 cm field of vision and a viewing area 90 sq. cm per mirror

It comes with patented one-direction gear system like a motorcycle that makes it easier to locate the neutral and reduce stress on the wrists while changing gears.

Its dual spring suspension provides the smooth riding for its upgraded technology

Huge space under seat, - the seat is 27 inches long and one foot wide at it's widest

Upper spring helps absorbing sudden, heavy shocks over bumps and speed breakers while its lower spring is for absorbing light shocks

Seating geometry and riding posture even for long rides is very comfortable, thanks to the generous seat

Seat height from the ground is 79 cm (31 inches) with bike off-stand, rider of 62 kg on it

Mileage and Economy

Fuel tank is relatively small, with a capacity of just 4.5 litres.

Mileage of 60 km per litre under city riding conditions, 65-68 kmpl on the highway

Waterproof electrical components, stainless steel tuff-up cable, and tuffup wheels reduce maintenance

Meets latest emission norms

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