Bajaj Auto claims to have taken a historic one in the Two Wheeler industry with its up and coming dispatch of Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG, touted as World’s First Decompressed Natural Gas Motorcycle. Aimed at the Indian rider who entertains dreams of minimal fuel consumption and negligible running costs, this bike is set to alter the conception of daily commuting forever. While petrol prices are getting expensive, the Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG is a solution that proves to be practical and low-cost without compromising on performance.
Unique & Practical Design
Visually, the Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG appears like a regular commuter motorcycle albeit with changes to make room for its CNG tank. In order to do so, it gets a split fuel system — one for the very low volume petrol tank at the back of the scooter and another is actually safety mounted safer inside in the main body– are placed to keep things running. Bajaj has made sure that the design is rather balanced so riders dont feel any sort of discomfort due to the added weight. For starters, the motorcycle comes with a smattering of body panels as well as some nice-looking headlamps that incorporate halogen lighting and good seats meant for both you and your pillion.
Engine & Performance
It uses a 125cc single-cylinder, air-cooled unit which is mated to a CNG kit. The power is sufficient for city driving and operates at extremely low cost. The Freedom 125 is offered with a 5-speed manual gearbox, delivers smooth gear shifts for daily riding. Bajaj says that the top speed of the bike —good enough for surf-urban applications— makes it apt for office-goers, delivery riders, and service economy-to-rural customers.
Mileage & Fuel Efficiency
The biggest highlight of Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG is its high fuel efficiency. As a result, it greatly helps to save money on fuel cost with 102 km per kg claimed for the bike in CNG mode. It also has a tiny petrol tank so it can run as a dual-fuel motorcycle when there is no CNG filling station around. With this hybrid fueling setup, riders can benefit from spirited long-distance travel without dreading of running out of power.
Comfort & Ride Quality
The freedom 125 CNG designed by Bajaj is knitted keeping comfort in the centre. Developing a comfortable riding position with an upright stance, long, well-padded seat and handlebars that are easily within reach made it quite relaxing to ride. The front end of the scooter is supported with telescopic forks while at the rear it gets twin shock absorbers to offer a bump free ride. It uses 17-inch wheels running on tubeless tyres that provide decent stability and grip.
Features & Technology
There appears to be a semi-digital instrumentation on the Freedom 125 CNG which shows speed, available fuel levels for both petrol and CNG, trip meter, and odometer. A simple flick of a switch allows the rider to instantly convert from petrol to CNG mode DONE Other features include:
- Start: Electric start and Kick start
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- Fuel source i.e., low fuel alarm for both fuel sources
- Front disc (if optional) and rear drum brakes for more efficient braking
Safety & Durability
In fact, Bajaj points out that the CNG tank playing it safer than the old battery-powered Freedom 125 by being integrated into a sub frame which enables of damage in case of an accident. The company also guarantees that every cylinder passes a series of high-pressure tests and sheath leak tests. The bike gets a stronger chassis in order to handle the additional heft it would be carrying around and stability even at higher speeds.
Pricing & Variants
As for the pricing, the Freedom 125 CNG could be priced in between of ₹95,000 (Ex. Showroom), and it will be available different trims to cater all ranges of customers. The Bajaj CNG motorcycle is expected to cater not just to urban customers who have been looking at ways to save costs on daily travel but also play a vital role in providing affordable mobility services among rural clients.
Final Verdict
The Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG creates a new category in the Indian motorcycle market. Thus it goes on in unbeatable mileage, lower running cost and practical design as ideal for those who need eco-friendly reliable and also affordable two-wheeler???? Another way that Bajaj has showcased firs mover advantage on its Innovate or Die ethos with the Freedom 125 CNG and future commuter bikes in India could very well tread a similar path.
