The living standards of the Vietnamese people have increased year after year and the demand for motorcycles is more diversified. The vehicle is not only the means of transport but also the way to show off acteristics. All men, from artists, engineers to young businessmen, are keen on showing their statuses on the vehicle.
Grasping this taste, Kawasaki decided to return Vietnam. In April 2008 in Hanoi, Nhat Linh Joint Stock Company was officially named the northern distributor of Kawasaki products and ed Kawasaki motorcycle showroom at 45 Le Van Luong Street. This showroom displays sporting models such as Vulcan 900 Custom (903 cc), Boss (174 cc) and KSR (112 cc).
Vulcan 900 Custom, a cruiser, is designed on classic Kawasaki Cruiser manufacturing technology in combination with fashionable style. Vulcan 900 Custom has three classic colours: black, red and blue. Like other cruiser models with electronic fuel injection, the V-Twin engine installed for Vulcan 900 Custom has a capacity of 903 cc and reaches maximum capacity of 60 horsepower at 3,700 rounds per second. The powerful engine enables Vulcan 900 Custom to reach a speed of 100 kilometres an hour in 7 seconds. The maximum speed is 200 kilometres per hour. Speed and fuel dashboard is simply designed to drivers to easily read indicators. With well-designed handlebar, long chrome-plated and 685-milimetre saddle high, Vulcan 900 Custom s a comfor driving. The rear of Vulcan 900 Custom stands out with powerful shock absorbers and double chrome-plated exhausts. The first Vulcan was sold after three days in the showroom.
Boss with an engine capacity of 174 cc is the best seller at the showroom. Boss, a classic cruiser, has model design and powerful four-stroke and five-gear SOHC engine. The American-styled well-designed handlebar and well-balanced bodywork enable drivers to easily control the vehicles at all types of terrains. The long and 685-mm high saddle s a comfor driving. Boss, the largest motorcycle in Vietnam in terms of engine capacity, requires an A1 grade driving licence - the lowest grade driving license. Therefore, not only men but women are also keen on this model.
KSR (112cc) is a small model and is super light as it is made from special metal. Kick-starter is more than 50 per cent lighter than other models. KSR is specially designed for Asian markets. KSR is applied gearbox technology used for heavy vehicles. Apart from easy-to-use acteristics, KSR can be upgraded to 178cc among other features.
To date, many customers in northern localities like Hanoi, Quang Ninh, Haiphong, Lang Son and Vinh Vung arrived at the showroom to buy high-grade Kawasaki vehicles. The Kawasaki&rsquos return to Vietnam meets the desire to show off the mighty of the men.
Mr Pham Anh Duc, Director of Nhat Linh Joint Stock Company, said: From June 24, 2008 to July 5, 2008, Nhat Linh Joint Stock Company and Vinpearl Land and LG Scarlet sponsored a big promotional programme in the Vincom Twin Tower in Hanoi. The company also offers special treatments and gifts for buyers of Kawasaki products.
Ngo Khuyen
Vietnamese
