Brand watch: Hunk comes to town

Kathmandu, December 16:

Syakar Co Ltd, the sole authorised dealer for Hero Honda motorcycl-es in Nepal, has laun-ched Hunk in 150cc premium segment.

The Hunk that comes with a price tag of Rs 1,54,900, is the ninth new Hero Honda model that has been introdu-ced in 2007 (Hero Honda unveiled six revised models and three new models this year), states a company press release.

Hunk’s tweaked engine has a displacement of 149.2cc and produces 14.2 bhp @ 8500rpm with a max torque of 12.8Nm @ 6500rpm. Advanced tumble flow induction (ATFI) helps the Hunk to provide improved torque and higher fuel efficiency. The engine breathes through a CV carburetor and the ignition is guided by a microprocessor. Its engine is teamed with a five-speed constant mesh gearbox. The Hunk can hit the 60 kmph mark in 5 seconds.

The latest addition to the Hero Honda, Hunk has a gas reservoir suspension. This revolutionary inert gas reservoir suspension ensures smoother shock absorption even in the roughest road conditions. The monotube design ensures consistent performance and durability.

It is available in five colours; force silver, panther black, sports red, fighter blue and black.