Mahindra to launch Duro
Posted at September 7th, 2009 under Auto News, Auto Scoops | 16 Comments » 
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Along with the Rodeo, Mahindra would launch another scooter called Duro. The duro will spearhead the Mahindra in the performance scooter segment. Unlike the Rodeo, Duro styling is attributed by its dynamic character. Though Mahindra – Sym could have avoided the squarish structures like headlamps and turn indicators. The rakish apron is embedded with turn indicators. The front fender is chunky and houses 3.5*10 tyres. The wide floorboard tapers back to meet its pair of pillion footrests. The body panel flows upwards and culminates in an attractive tail. The tail section sports fin like structure for air intakes. Below the fins is the large tail lamp bounded by turn indicators on both sides. The body coloured pillion grab rail adds the charm. The Duro is young and dynamic.
Instrumentation is very simple and basic. The sporty white dials with orange needles looks nice. But unlike the Rodeo or the flyte, the duro is not featuristic it lacks vital features like front fuelling. To top up fuel, you have to get down and open the seat. The end result is the compromised underseat storage. The seats are soft and wide. Duro uses telescopic fork at the front and swing arm the rear. Duro sport drum brakes at both front and rear.
Electric start is part of standard package. The duro comes with closed glove box to store your knick knacks. Similar to flyte, Mahindra – Sym may offer duro with an industry leading three year warranty. Though we do not know the number of colours the duro will be available – this white one is addictive.
Pictures of Mahindra Sym Duro
Comments (16)
Incredible scoop….hats off vicky
It looks exactly like the Kinetic Nova 135. Only differnece i can spot is that the Indicators are clear and single color unlike the Nova which had a ornage tint. The Registration plate covers where the vent is found in the Nova
Mahindra’s Duro looks really sturdy and hats off to the designers for the great design and looks.
Finally there is some scooter with great blend of looks and durability.
I am sure Mahindra Duro will give the competition a run for their money
Goodbye Activa
The looks are amazing can someone tell me more about the features.
Mahindra Duro seems to be a treat for the scooter lovers.
Thumbs up for Duro
Looks nice can someone tell about the power and engine capacity?
Looks cool.. but manly.. ithink my hubby will find it more macho and i will prefer to njoy the ride.. btw what is the mileage?
Bulky yet stylish.congrats M&M team. Hope it will live up to its name i.e Durable .
Yet another ugly product from Mahindra after xylo.. what can we expect from mahindra…guys don’t make false propaganda.
Duro is made on the chassis of Nova 135 and is powered with the Flyte engine. It will be priced at approx Rs.45,000 and will give mileage of 45 Kmpl
Mahindra SYM Duro is xerox of Kinetic Nova-135 by design. but engine fitted in it be of Flyte. iN NOVA there be body parts in two color which is changed to one color in Mahindra SYM Duro. THERE BE NO NEW THING IN IT.
some one give me another photographs????
Hi vicky i want to know euro and nova 135 is having same engine type or not please send me the mail.
Hi vicky i want to know duro and nova 135 is having same engine type or not please send me the mail.
After purchase kinetic nove we are not able to think to purchase any scooter.Kinetic shut down there business after launch Nova 135.If Mahindra wants back the kinetic customer, It is only possible if they give good deal in exchange of kinetic vehical.
Hi All,
I bought a Mahindra Duro in October 2009.
I have run 9000 kms. My verdict is….
Good features
1. Fuel Tank 6 lts
2. Space below seat
3. Leg Space
4. Front Boot space
5. Pickup
Bad Features
1. Just loves speed breakers. Does not leave any speed breaker untouched
2. Parts quality very bad. Seat has already taken bucket shape. Center stand vibrates causing lot of vibrating noice.
3. Breaks need very frequent re-fit
4. Service quality is pathetic and worst
5. Mileage has never crossed 40 even after service center claiming to have tuned it
6. Faulty fuel guage reading
7. The acclerator handle comes off the scooter
8. I am now experiencing drop in pickup and speed i.e. response to acceleration
9. After 40 kms speed the scooter gives a strange engine noice of woowing
10. I am also experiencing wobling, to which service center says fork is loose. I wonder if they have fixed it.
At current levels of service, please dont buy one. If your service center is Mahaveer Mortors in Bangalore, never ever buy it.