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Here is The List of Best Mileage Bikes in India That You Should Buy

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Bajaj Auto makes the most fuel-efficient bikes in India. Here are some details about the top three of them.

Bajaj Platina 100

  • The owner-reported mileage of the Bajaj Platina 100 is 72 KMPL*.
  • The motorcycle is offered in 4 trims and 4 colours.
  • The base trim of the bike is priced at Rs. 64,225* (ex-showroom).
  • The top variant of the bike is priced at Rs. 81, 006* (ex-showroom).
  • The engine of the bike is a 102 CC BS6 unit.
  • The peak power and torque outputs of the engine are 7.79 bhp and 8.3 Nm respectively. 
  • Bajaj Auto offers the bike with front disc and rear drum brakes.
  • The bike is also equipped with the Bajaj-patented combined braking system to offer active safety to the rider.
  • The dry weight of the bike is 119 KGs.
  • The bike is equipped with an 11-litre fuel tank.

Bajaj CT 110

  • The owner-claimed mileage of the Bajaj CT 110 is 70 KMPL* making it one of the best bikes in India for mileage.
  • The base trim of the bike is priced at Rs. 75, 275* (ex-showroom).
  • The top variant of the bike is offered at Rs. 84, 783* (ex-showroom).
  • The bike entails two trims and ten colour options.
  • The bike has a 115.45 cc BS6 engine.
  • The peak power and torque outputs of the engine are 8.48 bhp and 9.81 Nm respectively.
  • Bajaj Auto offers the bike with front disc and rear drum brakes.
  • The bike is also equipped with an active braking safety mechanism known as the combined braking system.
  • The dry weight of the bike is 127 KGs.
  • The bike is equipped with an 11-litre fuel tank.

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Bajaj Platina 110

  • The owner-claimed mileage of the Platina 110 is 70 KMPL*.
  • The base trim has an average ex-showroom price of Rs. 82, 348*.
  • The top trim of the bike entails the average ex-showroom price of Rs. 87,145*.
  • Bajaj Auto offers the bike in three variants and ten colour options.
  • The engine on the bike has a total displacement of 115.45 CCs and is BS6-compliant.
  • The peak power and torque outputs of the engine are 8.44 bhp and 9.81 Nm respectively.
  • Bajaj Auto offers the bike with front disc and rear drum brakes.
  • Bajaj has also equipped the bike with the Bajaj-patented combined braking system for efficient braking.
  • The dry weight of the motorcycle is 122 KGs.
  • The bike is equipped with an 11-litre fuel tank.

To learn more about the motorcycle mentioned above take a test ride of each bike.

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Here Is The List of Best Mileage Bikes in India

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The retail price of petrol across India might have stabilized for the moment. But, the prices are never going back below the INR 100/litre mark.

Hence, when one wants to buy a bike these days, they are always looking for the ones that are fuel efficient.

For the ones who regard fuel efficiency as a unique selling point, here is a short list of the three best mileage bikes in India.

Here goes – 

Bajaj CT 110 

The Bajaj CT 110 is the mileage champion from Bajaj Auto. The reason is simple. The bike has a real-world mileage of 70 KMPL*.

The bike is aggressively priced for an FI-equipped commuter bike. It retails in India currently with an average MSRP (ex-showroom) of Rs. 74,685*.

The bike is offered by Bajaj in two trims. The decked-out top-spec trim is known as CT 110 X. It retails at an (ex-showroom) MSRP of Rs. 82,230*. Both trims are available in seven colour schemes.

The bike is powered by a 115.45 CC, single-cylinder, air-cooled engine. The motor is BS6-compliant and fuel-injected. The peak power mapping set for the engine is 8.48 bhp. The peak torque mapping set for the motor is 9.81 Nm.

Bajaj Dominar 250

Despite being the sibling of the flagship (and fabled) D400, the D250 has a real-world mileage of 33 KMPL! The bike is also aggressively priced as it retails with an ex-showroom average MSRP of Rs. 2, 08,619* (ex-showroom). The bike is offered in a single trim but entails 3 colour schemes.

The D250 is a proper touring bike. The motorcycle is equipped with a brand-new, KTM-derived 250 CC engine. The motor is a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, BS6-compliant unit. The engine has a peak power and torque mapping set for 26.6bhp and 23.5Nm respectively.

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Bajaj Pulsar 125

Much like its powerful siblings, the 125 CC Pulsar retains the sporty character in its engine and looks. The best part about the 125 Pulsar is that it has a real-world mileage of 50 KMs/litre of petrol.

The sports commuter, entry-level Pulsar retails in India with an average ex-showroom price of Rs. 99,002*. Bajaj offers the bike in four trims and three colours. The top-spec variant has an average ex-showroom MSRP of Rs. 1, 08,466*.

The bike is powered by a 124.4 CC motor. It is fuel-injected and BS6-compliant. It retains its DTSI technology. The peak power mapping for the engine is set for 11.64 bhp. The peak torque mapping for the engine is set for 10.8 Nm. The engine works in tandem with a five-speed transmission.

For more details, please take test rides of the bikes mentioned above.

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Checklist That You Should Consider While Buying KTM Duke 390

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Taking long bike rides is a relaxing activity. But one has to ensure that the bike they have chosen for the ride ticks all the right boxes.

If one has been on the hunt for such a bike then they should check out the KTM Duke 390.

Why?

Well, due to the following reasons –

  • KTM updated the Duke 390. The latest iteration of the motorcycle is equipped with an all-LED headlamp unit. The centre console has a colour TFT screen with Bluetooth connectivity.
  • The bike has a single-cylinder, fuel-injected, BS6-compliant, liquid-cooled, rev-happy motor. Its cylinder has a total displacement of 373 CC. The engine is paired with a peak power mapping set for 42.9 BHP which unlocks at the ungodly 9,000 RPM! The peak torque mapping for the motor is set for 37 Nm. The peak torque is unlocked when the tachometer surpasses the 7,000 RPM mark! The power and torque figures are enough to label the bike as one of the best bikes for long rides!
  • KTM also equipped the bike with a slipper clutch. A slipper clutch, unlike a regular clutch, allows aggressive downshifts without locking up the rear wheel.
  • KTM also went ahead and paired the bike with a track-tuned 6-speed gearbox. The gear ratios have been precisely set to ensure linear power delivery from the engine to the rear wheel. The tack-tuned transmission is also advanced enough to work in tandem with KTM’s Quickshifter+ onboard technology!
  • The bike also comes equipped with a 320mm front disc brake. The rear disc brake is a 230mm unit. Both the rear and the front brake callipers are from ByBre. KTM also offers the bike with dual-channel ABS as part of the standard package.

For more details, taking a test ride of the bike is strongly advised.

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Things You Must Need To Know About The KTM RC 125

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The 2022 iteration of the RC 125 is a massive upgrade from its predecessor. Read on to learn more.

KTM recently unveiled the 2022 iteration of the RC 125. The upgrades were not limited to aesthetics. The Austrian OEM made sure that the changes trickled down to onboard features. There are also quite a few electromechanical adjustments made on the bike.

The entire bodywork of the KTM RC 125 has been heavily inspired by the fabled KTM RC8.

The bike now looks less sharp, to be honest, but it made the motorcycle more aerodynamic. More aerodynamic design means increased fuel efficiency. The bike now can run for 40 kilometres on a litre of petrol.

The visor on the bike is shaped like a bubble. The fairing on the bike as well as its fuel tank has been redesigned. The dual-projector headlamps are replaced by a single headlamp unit with a halogen bulb.

The turn indicators at the front are integrated into the front fairing. The subframe of the bike has been mechanically tweaked. This ensured that the pillion seat has more surface area thus allowing more wiggle room for the pillion rider.

The bike is available at a starting price of Rs. 2, 12,821*. Hence, it is best to apply for a bike loan from a reputed lender.

The fuel tank capacity now stands at 13.7-litres. The engine is the same 124 CC, fuel-injected, liquid-cooled, single-cylinder, BS6-compliant unit. The air intake has been revised and it is now a larger unit. The larger air intake now allows the engine to offer more low-end torque. The radiator unit, cooling the engine has been tweaked as well thus leading to better heat dissipation.

Other features on the 2022 RC 125 are as follows – 

  • A brand new LCD instrument cluster
  • WP Apex USD fork suspension for the front wheel.
  • WP Apex mono-shock suspension for the rear wheel.
  • 320mm front disc
  • 200mm rear disc and
  • Light 5-spoke wheels.

To learn more, booking a test ride at a KTM authorised dealership is strongly advised.

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Bajaj CT 100 – Best Things That You Should Know

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The CT 100 is one of the best low displacement motorcycles available in India. Read this post to learn some interesting facts about the bike. 

Bajaj Auto has always been renowned for making value-for-money motorcycles. Furthermore, all Bajaj bikes are known for low maintenance and running costs.

The Bajaj CT 100 is no exception.

Here are some interesting facts about the bike – 

  • The bike is categorized as a commuter motorcycle that is meant for suburban and rural riders.
  • The bike is offered in three trims.
  • The bike is extremely fuel-efficient. As a matter of fact, the bike is often labelled as one of the best mileage bikes in India. This is not a marketing gimmick as it has a real-world mileage of more than 70 KMPL! 
  • The bike is built around a single-cradle frame.
  • The bike has a 102 CC, BS6-compliant engine and is fuel injected.
  • The engine is tuned to deliver 7.7bhp of peak power and 8.34Nm of peak torque to the rear wheel.
  • The engine is mated to a smooth-shifting 4-speed gearbox with refined gear ratios.
  • The rear wheel gets two SNS (Spring iN Spring) suspension units. The front wheel gets a telescopic fork suspension. 
  • The top trim of the bike is equipped with a fuel gauge, rubber tank pads, a large grab rail and redesigned seats. Longer mirror stalks and clear-lens indicators are also available in the top variant of the bike.
  • The bike is available with three impressive paint schemes. They are ebony black with red decals, ebony black with blue decals and flaming red.

For more details such as its average ex-showroom price, one must contact the nearest Bajaj dealership today!

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Best Mileage Bikes in India at Reasonable Prices

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With surging fuel prices, it is natural for one to seek mileage focussed bikes while buying a two-wheeler. Read this post to learn about some of the most fuel-efficient bikes money can buy!

The price of essential fuels like petrol is being hiked every once in a while. Hence, bikers of India are now seeking fuel-efficient and reasonably priced motorcycles. Bajaj and KTM are two leading bike brands in India. These OEMs offer reasonably priced motorcycles with otherworldly mileage.

In this context, here is a list of some of the best mileage bikes in India – 

Bajaj CT 110 

The Bajaj CT 110 returns an impressive mileage of 70 KMPL in real-world conditions. Bajaj offers the bike at an average ex-showroom price of Rs. 69,064*. The top-spec variant is offered at Rs. 76,219*. The bike comes with seven colour options. The motor of the bike is a 115.45 CC, single-cylinder unit. It is BS6-compliant and is tuned to produce 8.48 bhp. The peak torque output of the motor is 9.81 Nm. Bajaj offers the bike with front and rear drum brakes. The bike comes with Bajaj’s passive safety system known as Combined Braking System.

Bajaj Platina 110

The real-world mileage of Bajaj Platina 110 is 70 KMPL. The bike is offered at an average starting price of Rs. 76,605* in India. The top trim is offered at an average price of Rs. 79,970*. The motorcycle is offered in six colour options. The motor on the bike is a 115.45 CC, BS6-compliant unit. It is tuned to produce 8.44 bhp of peak power. The peak torque is limited to 9.81 Nm. The bike is offered with front disc brakes and paired with a single-channel ABS. The rear wheel, however, is paired with a traditional drum brake. It is paired with Bajaj’s anti-skid technology.

KTM Duke 125

The real-world mileage of the KTM Duke 125 is 40 KMPL. It comes with a price tag of Rs. 2, 00,558* in India. The bike is offered in a single trim and colour option. The engine is a 124.71 CC, BS6-compliant, fuel-injected, liquid-cooled unit. It is capable of producing 14.3 bhp of peak power. The peak torque is limited to 12 Nm. The bike is equipped with front and rear disc brakes. They are paired with single-channel ABS. The brake callipers are from ByBre. The front and rear suspension units are from the WP Apex range. The bike rides on the track-tested Trellis frame. It comes with all the best bits from its more powerful siblings.

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Best Bikes for Long Drive Trips

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Bike OEMs in India like Bajaj and KTM offer quite a few bikes ideal for long trips. This post will shed light on two bikes from Bajaj and one from KTM ideal for long rides.

Here goes – 

  • First on the list is the KTM 250 Adventure. The latest iteration of the bike is available at an ex-showroom price of Rs. 2, 55,416*. KTM offers the bike in a single trim. The colors available are two. The bike is powered by a 248 CC, BS6-compliant engine. It has fuel injection and liquid cooling. The peak power and torque output of the engine are 29.5 bhp and 24 Nm respectively. The bike is offered with front and rear disc brakes. Dual-channel ABS is a standard feature. It is one of the best bikes for long rides.
  • The second on the list is the 150 CC Pulsar from Bajaj. The average ex-showroom price of the bike is Rs. 1, 16,118*. Bajaj offers the bike in three trims. The number of colors available for this bike is ten. The top trim comes with front and rear disc brakes. All trims come with single-channel ABS as a standard feature. The 149.5 CC, BS6-compliant engine develops a peak power of 13.8 bhp. The peak torque output is 13.25 Nm.
  • Last but not least is the reasonably priced, true-cruiser-style bike, the Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220. The motorcycle is available at an average ex-showroom price of Rs. 1, 57,146*. The bike is offered in a single trim and two colors. The single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected, BS6-compliant 220 CC motor can produce a peak power of 18.4 bhp. The peak torque output is 17.55 Nm. The bike comes with rear drum brakes with anti-skid technology. The front disc braking system is paired with single-channel ABS.

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Latest Bajaj Pulsar NS 160 Now More Powerful – Know All Details

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Bajaj is the leading bike brand in India as it has the largest market share. The brand offers a myriad of bike models. It offers several naked street bikes as well.

The Pulsar NS 160 is the one that takes the proverbial cake.

Why?

Well, due to the following reasons – 

  • Just like other Bajaj Bikes in India, the NS 160 has a riding triangle that promotes comfortable rides.
  • The overall riding stance of the motorcycle keeps the rider engaged at all times.
  • Short riders don’t have issues riding the bike although the seat height is 805mm.
  • The footpegs are placed towards the back of the bike thus allowing the rider to crouch and reduce air drag.
  • The bike comes with contoured seats and proper padding so that long rides are comfortable.
  • The BS6-compliant, single-cylinder, the oil-cooled motor has four valves and fuel injection. It has a displacement of 160.3 CC and can produce 17.03 bhp power 14.6 Nm torque.
  • The bike can accelerate to 60 KMPH in no time.
  • The acceleration of the engine is linear thus allowing the bike to remain fuel-efficient.
  • The true potential of the motor is unlocked when the RPM surpasses the 5,000 mark. 

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  • The first and second gear ratios are short thus allowing riders to zip around bumper-to-bumper traffic effortlessly.
  • The highway performance is seamless. One can cruise at speeds of 100+ KMPH without worrying about overheating the engine. This is possible due to the efficient oil-cooling system equipped on the bike.
  • A gearbox is a five-speed unit that is paired with a light clutch.

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Bajaj CT 110 – Know Best Features About The Mileage Champion

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The Bajaj CT 110 has always been the best bike in India in terms of fuel efficiency. The real-world mileage of the bike stands at 70 KMPL!

It is positioned in the market as a commuter bike by Bajaj. The overall value for money factor of the bike is second to none. The average ex-showroom price of  the bike stands at Rs. 69,064*. The available number of variants is 2. The bike is offered in seven color schemes.

The Bajaj CT 110 bike has a powerful 115.45 CC engine. It is BS6-compliant and is a single-cylinder, air-cooled unit. Bajaj replaced the carburetor in the bike with an efficient fuel-injection unit. It is mated to a 4-speed transmission.

The peak power and torque outputs of the bike stand at 8.48 bhp and 9.81 Nm. The bike comes with a front and rear drum brake setup. In terms of safety, Bajaj offers the bike with its combined-braking technology. The dry weight of the bike is 127 KGs and it is equipped with an 11-liters fuel tank.

One can also choose the CT 110 X-variant. It is a fancier iteration of the generic CT 110.

The overall looks of the Bajaj CT 110 X are more rugged compared to the base variant of the Bajaj CT 110. The styling elements used on the bike are practical and functional. 

The noticeable change between the Bajaj CT 110 and the Bajaj CT 110 X is the rear fender. The front fender of the Bajaj CT 110 X comes in a matte-black finish. The Bajaj CT 110 X comes with a beautifully designed headlamp cowl with integrated LED DRL. The handlebar on the bike comes with handlebar braces along with a large engine and sump guard.

The Bajaj CT 110 X also comes with a luggage rack tucked at the rear of the bike. The maximum load the rack can carry is 7 KGs. The thigh pads stuck on the fuel tank are thicker compared to the generic Bajaj CT 110.

For more details, visit your nearest Bajaj-authorized bike dealership today!

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Best 200cc Bikes in India That You Should Know

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Bajaj is one of the leading OEMs in India that offers the best 200 CC bikes. Bajaj’s 200 CC bikes offer a high value for money factor. The following is a shortlist of the best 200 CC bikes from Bajaj – 

Bajaj Pulsar NS 200

Bajaj Pulsar NS 200 is a naked street bike. Bajaj offers the bike at a base MSRP of Rs. 1, 49,899. The bike comes with a single trim. The colour options available are 4.

The bike has a BS6-compliant 199.5 CC engine. It is a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected motor. The engine is tuned to develop 24.13 bhp and 18.5 Nm of peak power and torque. The bike is equipped with front and rear disc brakes. ABS is an OEM standard fitment. The dry weight of the bike stands at 156 KGs. The fuel tank has a capacity of 12-litres.

Bajaj Pulsar RS 200

The Pulsar RS 200 is a flagship motorcycle from Bajaj. It has a design language that is not found in any of the bikes developed to date by Bajaj. It is a compact sports bike with a short wheelbase. In terms of sales, it can easily be considered as one of the best 200 cc bikes in India. The bike is available at an average base MSRP of Rs. 1, 84,377.

Bajaj offers the bike in just one variant but the colour options available are three. The engine of the bike is BS6-compliant. It is a 199.5 CC, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, fuel-injected unit. It is tuned to deliver 24.2 bhp and 18.7 Nm of peak power and torque respectively. The bike has disc brakes on both wheels and a single-channel ABS as standard fitment. The dry weight of the bike is 166 KGs. The fuel tank has a capacity of 13 litres.


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