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Thoughts on Ethanol blends

Ethanol Blended fuel is proven to have an adverse effect on the engine. Its simple, its not as energy dense as petrol so it gives less mileage and it absorbs moisture from air so it kinda corrodes the engine from the inside. newer vehicles do come with ethanol compliance but thats got more to do with adjusting fuel ratio than battling science, i.e. it doesnt change mileage, performance and longevity of the vehicle.

We have one of the highest vehicle taxes in the world, from import taxes to road taxes to taxes on vehicle parts and so many numerous extra costs that we have to bear just to own a vehicle.

So its safe to say that the least we expect from our vehicle is longevity, we spend a lot more than the global average thinking that it will hold some of its value and believe that the increase in quality of life a personal transport gives you is worth that money.

News will tell you that our petrol imports will be down because of this decision but we aren't even prepared to produce enough ethanol to satisfy our consumption, so we will have to import that as well.

Now, in a country with a questionable public transport system that labels personal vehicle as a luxury expense. is it smart to blend ethanol to our fuel because other countries need to push their excess ethanol produce that they've invested so much on. Are we that daft to not be able to see whats happening here.

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u/Emergency-Property-5 — 20 hours ago
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Lane overtake fine in nepal

Hello sathi haru. I got fined today at tripureshwor for overtaking lane?? this is my first time getting chit. They handed me my liscence but took my bill book and they told me to come baggikhana singhadurbar ko. Does anyone know kati ko fine lagcha ani k k huncha? I am very worried.

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u/Any-Garlic-1389 — 17 hours ago

Where do you go for servicing? Service centres or normal workshop?

I've been going to service centre till now and my free service is over now. So I'm thinking of doing it in normal workshop cause service centres are too expensive. Will there be any issues?

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u/voidecho09 — 14 hours ago

Manikhel , South lalitpur ride

We are planning to go Manikhel , South Lalitpur and some waterfalls nearby . Need hotel recommendations / contact info near that small river , Local bhako nai thik . Google maps ma bhetena , tiktok yeta uta herda ni bhetena .

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u/Negative-Camel-5672 — 16 hours ago

Regarding bike license?

So voli Mero biometrics xa Ani after how many days aaile trial Dine date aauxa hola aaile ko situation ma. Voli bata trail center ma gayera 1 hour jati practice garni ni sochira xu. I am just begginer Ali Ali matra experience xa bikes ko road ma Ani. 2 din 2 hours trial center ma ghumayo vanye will that be enough?

Ani kati jati cost lagxa hola if anyone's knows it??

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u/Ok_End_4776 — 1 day ago

Second hand bikes

Looking to buy a good condition second hand bike. Any suggestions of stores or dealers in kathmandu? Also what should I be checking in a second hand bike?

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u/Effective-Lab2150 — 1 day ago

can i reach rasuwa nagthali on shine 125cc?

hey planning to go to nagthali next week on 125cc shine bike with pillion on back. how's the road? should i drop this idea and go on 4wheel vehicle? also i am planning to go to Tatopani border.

need suggestions. thanks

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u/Horror_Tear_6879 — 2 days ago

Second Hand Scooty (Need your help)

So I was going to buy my first petrol vehicle after using electric scooters for 2 years straight, parents ley 1.2L ko matra budget diyera Scooty khogne Vanya xaan I wanna buy aprilla or ntorq do you think it's worth it? I live in dang and testo dherai paidainna mero budget ma please help me !!!

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u/Ilyxzzz — 2 days ago

Sathi na sangi eaklai rangi changi

Eauta vid herdai thiye tt ma sathi na sangi eaklai rangi changi re testai vaxa life . Bike kineko nindherai vaxaina as 1,2 maaina laai dherai vanidaaina ig. Eaklai hinxu jatai ni katai yesto ktm ko road haru exolore gaarum vaanxu tyo ni garirako hudina just whoever want to enjoy life be friends can dm me . From ktm.

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u/Ok_Boat3752 — 2 days ago
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How long is Ather 450X delivery currently in Kathmandu 2026?

I booked an Ather 450X in Kathmandu recently.
Showroom says waiting for stock.
Anyone who recently got delivery?
How many days did you wait?

Recently got a call saying expected delivery around 25 May.
Anyone else waiting from same batch?

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u/mrweeeeeeee — 2 days ago

Looking for 2nd hand scooter

Is anyone selling their Yamaha Ray ZR 125cc scooter (2021 or 2022 model) or any other ?! Looking for a well-maintained scooter with proper documents. If you have one or know someone selling, please DM me.

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u/Hack4u_AI — 2 days ago

Looking for the best scooter under NPR 3.2lakh in Nepal.

18M I initially liked suzuki access 125 for its retro looks and mileage but now i’m thinking that it’ll be a little bit old fashioned for someone my age and i considered buying the Suzuki avenis 125 (same engine as access and better mileage ) for its sporty looks but this scooter seems to be matching with a cartoon face so i don’t want to buy this too. Another option is ntorq race edition but it has low mileage. Very confused between these scooters and would really appreciate your suggestions. My priority is mileage, better pickup and easy parts availability and cheap maintenance cost.

u/soltisafal — 4 days ago

HELP

Can you help me buy a scooter for my dad? I want one with good mileage and big storage space. I heard Honda Dio, Yamaha Ray Zr and Suzuki are good in Nepal. Which scooter do you suggest?

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u/StunningMining — 3 days ago

Bike Trail

Trial Diney thau mai practice garna ko lagi process k ho ? Gurjudhara ma trail pani diney ani practice pani milxa ? Thulobharyang ma chai office matra ho ? Trail chai gurjudhara ma ? Please let me know 😭

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u/nature6789 — 3 days ago