Xenitis new 125cc bike – the ‘Xpression’

Xenitis first motorcycle:

The first two-wheeler manufactured in West Bengal was rolled out on April 29th by the Xenitis Group. The 125cc motorcycle is named e’Xpression’.

 

Engine and Powertrain:

The ‘Xpression’ develops maximum power 10+bhp at 8500rpm and a peak torque of 8.4Nm at 7500rpm. According to the spec, the maximum power can be attained only at 8500rpm not a decent figure for Indian customers. And more importantly peak torque is not up to the 125cc standard and can be attained only at 7500rpm (no Indian motorcycle reaches peak torque at more than 6500rpm) this is miserable. The rotary gear, 5 speed constant mesh gearbox is mated to this engine.

Styling and Engineering:

Similar to the non automotive Chinese products, Xenitis ‘Xpression’ looks gorgeous with the traditional round type headlamp and sleek body graphics – extended from the tank to the rear panels. Rear view mirrors and bar end weight are given a steel touch. Passion plus type orange needle in white background is used and hence it ensures better readability of speedo.

 

Xpression’s dimension and tyre size are in line with other Indian bikes. Telescopic forks at the front and Yamaha type rear suspension helps to suspend this 120kg bike. The 15L fuel tank and 12V-6.5 Ah battery is new to the 125cc Indian customers. Tail lamp integrates rear indicators and a distinct luggage plate (if endurable) along with the die cast grab rail is a notable feature. At this cheap price, disc brakes at the front and alloy wheels are impressive offerings.

Pricing and the future:

Initially, the ‘Xpression’ will be available only in the eastern region and will be available nationally within six months. The Xenitis ‘Xpression’ is available in three colours and is aggressively priced at Rs39,900. However the quality and reliability issues are always associated with Chinese products. Like the electric bikes, availability of spares and service will remain a problem as the bikes are imported from china. Whether the Indian customers will prefer cheap bikes as Chinese pens and clocks has to be watched.

For the new ‘Xpression’ technical specification and to know more about Xenitis visit globalauto.in