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Yes, we are under lockdown right now because of a microscopic raging maniac called coronavirus on the lose. Our hopes and prayers are with humanity and to emerging stronger on the other side. And when we do and when life resumes regular service, we're going to want to go on rides. If you've had your bike-buying decisions on hold, if you're looking for power in a two-wheeled package, if you want to scream 'take my money' before you take delivery of your motorcycle? Apologies to make it sound like a low-budget cable TV commercial, but we have some suggestions if you do. Like adventure-style bikes? How about a Himalayan or if you prefer sport class, how about a Suzuki Gixxer SF 250? And all of it under Rs 2 lakh.
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KTM 250 Duke: Positioned between the 200 Duke and 390 Duke in terms of price and performance, KTM 250 Duke is powered by a 248.76cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that produces 29.6 bhp and 24 Nm of torque and is paired to a six-speed manual gearbox. It does a top speed of about 138 km/h. Price: Rs 2,00,576 (ex-showroom, Delhi)
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Royal Enfield Himalayan: Powered by a 411cc single-cylinder engine that makes 24.3 bhp at 6,500 rpm and 32 Nm at 4000-4500 rpm, the new Himalayan is now also equipped with switchable ABS and hazard lights. It gets three new colours, including two dual-tone colours – Lake Blue and Rock Red, which have been added to the existing portfolio of Snow White, Granite Black, Sleet Grey and Gravel Grey. Price: Rs 1,86,811 (ex-showroom, Delhi)
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Suzuki Gixxer SF 250: Yes, one of the newest entrants in the 250cc segment, the Gixxer SF 250 is currently the fastest with a top speed of 155 km/h. It is powered by a 249cc single-cylinder oil-cooled engine that makes 26.5 hp at 9000 rpm and 22.6 Nm at 7500 rpm and is paired with a six-speed transmission. Price: 1.71 lakh (ex-showroom)
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Husqvarna Vitpilen 250: The Vitpilen 250 is a cafe racer with low clip-on handlebars and rear set footpegs for a forward-leaning riding stance. It is powered by a 248.8cc fuel-injected, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, 4-stroke DOHC engine that produces 29.5 hp at 9,000 rpm and 24 Nm of torque at 7,500 rpm. Price: Rs 1.8 lakh (ex-showroom)
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KTM RC200: The only motorcycle on this list with a supersport character, KTM RC200 comes with a 199.5cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine that makes 24.6 bhp and 19.2 Nm and is paired with a six-speed transmission. It can do a top speed of about 140 km/h. Those not looking for a supersport can go for KTM 200 Duke, which is also cheaper than the RC. Price: 1.97 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
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