Bajaj Platina Review
Print This Post
When it comes to riding motorcycles, the brand that has become synonymous with not only looks but also speed and power is Bajaj. Bajaj auto has become a name to reckon with in the manufacturing of motorcycles designed uniquely to cater to the needs of every segment of bike riders. Be it Bajaj Pulsar, Discover or the latest entry level and maybe the last in the 100 cc segment Bajaj Platina, a Hobson’s choice in the bike segment and you will not be cheated. Instead, you are in for a great ride. Here is a short Bajaj Platina review which was launched sometime in the year 2006.
Bajaj Platina is a volume bike, being the cheapest in the motorcycle segment. The USP of Bajaj platina is its low cost and great performance with no compromise on its look and style. From the manufacturing plant of Pantnagar Bajaj Platina has hit the road with price cuts too as the company enjoys tax-cut and excise sops in Uttarakhand. Be it speed, mileage, comfort and safety, Bajaj Auto is the ultimate name in the Indian roads.
Looks: Designed, engineered and manufactured to give complete pleasure to its rider in the lines of Bajaj CT 100 and Bajaj Wind models, Bajaj Platina offers all, an enticing look apart from being the lowest in the price segment of Bike’s cost pyramid. Bike lovers or not, one cannot simply resist but give a glance to the elegant silver color and dazzling chrome graphics of Bajaj Platina as it speeds past you on any road. In contrast to the bright silver color, is the matt-finished black silencer and mellowed graphite tinted engine that adds to the look of this great bike.
Bajaj Platina comes with scintillating unique streak designs side panels with the headlamp being optoprism and clear lens blinkers. The fuel tank is capped with brushed aluminum, while the speed and the fuel gauges resemble etched glass. Thus, the onlookers will not satiate their curiosity till they ride the exquisite styled package of Bajaj Platina.
Performance: Bajaj Platina has a four-stroke, 100 cc engine with a mono cylinder and good brakes from over speeding. In its range, Bajaj Platina offers the highest mileage of about 108 km/l after third servicing with a special feature of spring n spring rear suspension for a comfortable longest travel. The unique ride control switch of Bajaj Platina indicates optimum throttle opening to gain in mileage. The pickup is extremely good and strong and can travel uphill with a single rider on a third gear. The kick start of engine is instant even in a spine chilling weather.
The peak power is at 8.2bhp @ 7200 rpm while the newly improved torque with exhaustTEC technology is 0.82kg at 4500 rpm.
Final Verdict: The beautiful sleek 100 cc Bajaj Platina thus burns fuel efficiently, generates more power, and is equipped with oil indicator too. The fuel gauge adds to optimal fuel consumption and greater control. What more? It saves your frequent visit to the petrol pump (well it’s not on the mileage point I am saying it!) as it has a large 13-liter fuel tank. The tires are long lasting and the low end torque aids in mileage gain.
Bajaj Platina Specifications:
Displacement: 99.27cc
Engine: Four Stroke, Natural air cooled
Maximum Power: 8.30ps@7500rpm
Maximum Torque: 8.05nm@4500rpm
Gears: 4 Speed
Suspension(Front): Hydraulic , Telescopic type , 125 mm travel
Suspension(Rear): Hydraulic , ‘SNS’type, 100 mm travel
Brakes (Front): Drum type, 110 mm/130 mm
Brakes(Rear): Drum type, 110 mm/130 mm
Weight: 112.00 kg
Ground Clearance: 165.00 mm
Fuel Tank: 13.50 ltrs
Wheelbase: 1275.00 mm
Related posts:
- Bajaj Platina 125 Review
- Bajaj Relaunches All New Platina 125 at a Lower Price
- The All New Bajaj Platina 125 – First Impressions
- Bajaj Discover 135 DTSi Review
- Bajaj Pulsar 150cc DTS-i Review
15 comments
Manoj Sharma on February 14, 2009 at 6:57 am
I Have Platina 100cc, I think this is a value for money, with good milage,look and Price. The main speciality of this bike is average of fuel is very good upto 80Km/Ltr in normal condition and there is no vibration on riding.
Kamzi on February 27, 2009 at 8:07 am
Hey I wnt gone own a bike and I want fuel effeciency around 50-60kmph, and a bit of power and style. Am confused between pasion pro, XCD 135 and platina 125.
Can any1 help me?
I hv heard that bajaj engines are not on which we can rely cause it stops the perfomance after 3-4 years that has been promised at the time of purchasing.
surendra on March 28, 2009 at 5:22 pm
hai friend your blog is very nice
the information given by u is also good
all the best
Geetansh on May 13, 2009 at 1:43 pm
I have heard the same as Surendra says. I am in the same condition. I am also searching for a bike with a mileage of around 55-65kmpl and a bit of power and style. Can anyone suggest me a good bike.
@ Surendra – If u have got a reply, please tell me soon. Thanks in advance.
Geetansh on May 13, 2009 at 2:04 pm
I have heard the same as Kamzi says. I am in the same condition. I am also searching for a bike with a mileage of around 55-65kmpl and a bit of power and style. Can anyone suggest me a good bike.
@ Kamzi – If u have got a reply, please tell me soon. Thanks in advance.
amandeep singh arora on June 4, 2009 at 12:41 am
hi sir,
sir i think u should go for TVS Star city… it’ll best suit u in terms of power and the desired average u wnt…
asarora…..
Ayan on June 5, 2009 at 11:46 pm
The Platina 125 seems to be OK as a 125cc bike, the main problem is the very poor Head light and has a breaking problem at little high speed.
Shafeeq on June 19, 2009 at 5:56 pm
hi i want 100cc bike with good mileage and good quality (Life line should be high).pls help me to take decision
Shafeeq
Nilesh on July 3, 2009 at 5:16 pm
Hi I purchased my first bike is platina 125 dtsi..I m very happy to bought it.Bike is very confertable and mileage about 75 kmph ..
hari krishna on September 1, 2009 at 11:10 pm
Hi , I purchased a 125cc DTSI , mileage abt 53-56Km/L, what i feel is riding comfortability is less in this bike , will feel insecure if its riding more than 45Kms, of course less pickup , no meaning in advertising that its 125CC . happened to ride Bajaj 4S Champion, and felt that its better than Platina 125. Engine making sounds in 1500Kms itself , i havent at all ride the bike more than 50Km/Hr.
anil on October 3, 2009 at 12:45 pm
hi
i want 100cc or 125cc bike with good mileage and good quality (Life line should be high).pls help me to take decision
Issaka on October 30, 2009 at 8:18 pm
Don’t say don’t ask. Bajaj platina 100 is the best motorcycle i’ve never rode before.It is my 6th motorcycle, but so far it is the best. I had it for almost one year, but never got to pay for something else except gas and oil change. It is suitable for all type of terrain, and comfortable in riding. I love my bike and recomend you to try it.
Hari on November 24, 2009 at 1:32 am
Hello All,
I doubt , those who write + about this bike is sales persons, single rider , can suggest only to pizza delivery, vibration above 50+ , milege 50 -55, engine will “blow off” just after 2k kms, fork too sensitive to bend.
wont suggest .. go for hero honda
vinay on May 11, 2010 at 5:02 pm
i own a platina 2007 model,single handled, & use for movement to office and to my native, maximun time it will not be having the pinion driver,
Its pick up is good cosidering 100CC models and give me a mileage of more than 65KMPL in city and in highways fell comfortable to drive above 75KMPH, with an average mileage of 70 to 75 KMPL,
i would obviously recommend for the person who would use bike for single use commuting between office to residence.
Kuttan on July 16, 2010 at 2:13 pm
Bajaj platina is best compared to other Hero honda bikes for which you have to spend another Rs 10’000 more. Mileage wise , and powerwise bajaj is far superior to any hero honda bike launched so far.