Come
to think of it, it’s been quite some time since the Eliminator was
launched but I am yet to hear of an Eliminator club anywhere in the country,
or Eliminator aficionados revving out on Sunday morning cruises. Touring
still seems to be solely a Bullet-user’s preserve. Which brings
one to the rather obvious conclusion that most Eliminator buyers are more
in it for the posing rather than touring, in show rather than go.
 So
finally we come to the styling of the bikes, with tremendous attention
being lavished on both bikes. The Eliminator was and is still a visual
treat, what with all the detailing and ornamentation. Due care and attention
has been lavished on every little component and it shows in the overall
turnout. The chrome strip on the tank incorporating the telltale lights
and fuel flap looks stunning, the machine top yoke, mega phonic silencer,
elaborate sissy bar, artfully bulged fuel tank, kicked out forks all make
the bike a stunner.
The
Enticer does not lag behind in the style stakes and is a poser’s
delight. She retains the low-slung look popularized by wannabe cruises
the world over. Attention to detail too is impressive and the bike abounds
with delicate touches like the front number plate holder and even the
sissy bar.
Styling
is a personal issue and what’s artful for one could be eyesore for
another. I shall refrain from elaborating too much and instead leave you
to draw your won conclusions from the visuals. Needless to say, both bikes
are stunners in their own right.
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A
lot, apparently. The Enticer was first christened the Royal Star, a propah
name for the cruiser-types. Yamaha also uses this name for her cruisers
in internatinal markets.