May 31, 2014 05:07 PM
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I'm writing this review after using Honda twister for a period of~2yr(12500KM). I'm happy to be owning this bike, but there are some limitations that I have discussed below.
Fuel efficiency: >60kmpl always. Even better on straight roads/ w/o signals.
Looks are great as you see.
Pickup is awesome.
Gear shifting is not so smooth, but manageable.
Braking is good.
Awesome city handling.
Drive is awesome at 60km/hr, and it reaches 60km/hr effortlessly. With little more throttle you can easily do up to 80km/hr. Riding at 70-80km/hr is also comfortable. With full throttle you may cross 80km/hr upto~100km/hr, but this bike is not built for that.
-I personally feel that this bike is for single person riding with occasional double ride. If you always ride doubles than you may think of better bike.
-It's very light weight bike with little narrow tyres, this might be giving it as advantage of fuel efficiency along with pickup. At the same time, it's disadvantage if it's windy road. Also, you can feel your bike shifting away if a bus/heavy truck pass by in speed. So if your place is windy, do not buy it.
-This bike is for pure city use, don't think long drives on this bike. However, I have driven long without any problem, but it's not for long(200 km+) drives at stretch.
-Engine is good but not as good as Unicorn.
-This bike needs service every 2500 km, just a engine oil replacement will not do. If it's not services then I felt the rides are not as smooth.
-Also, needs a regular cleaning and oiling it's exposed chain. Do not buy this bike if you are going to use it in places with lots of dust and dirt. Also, you may have to clean the chain more frequently during rainy season.
Overall, you'll be happy to buy this bike (keep in mind above limitations).
